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Re: Is Eddie Bauer 4x4 "0 down" for real? [Car_man]
by cars4mike
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Mar 04, 2006 (12:36 pm)
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Replying to: Car_man (Feb 12, 2006 8:59 am)
I could have used your help, for sure. The dealer (Haldeman Ford, Allentown, PA) ad offered a 4x4 EB $299/24 months, 0 down, 0 sec dep, 0 bank fee, $35,275 MSRP. When I got there, none at that price, but two slightly lower the rep said would "fit the program". When we get to the deal, he won't go over a worksheet, just tells me that the car doesn't qualify for "the program" and tells me my payment will be $60 higher. I declined, he got the GM, who told me the ad was a mistake and should have been cancelled, but the newpaper (where I happen to work), screwed up and left it run. Then he shaved $20 dollars off the monthly payment to show me how much he "wanted to do business with me". Never could get them to disclose actual numbers. With dealers like this, I think Ford's troubles are about much more than just legacy costs.
Anyway, I think my first venture into leasing probably should be my last. Is there anything I could have or can do to get to the real numbers to evaluate a lease?
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Mercury Mountaineer Premier
by cwakefield
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Mar 06, 2006 (2:40 pm)
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Carman,
Due to the lack of loaded Eddie Bauer's and Limited in our area we have decided to buy a Mountaineer Premier loaded. The dealership that has the car we want are refusing to tell us the March incentives. They told us if they give us the 24 month residual of .60 and a money factor of .00104 then cannot give us any incentives. Is this true?
We would like to take any incentives that are given and apply it to our negative equity trade to bring that amount down. CAn we do this?
What are the incentives in Georgia for a Mercury Moutaineer 2WD Premier for March? What are the residual and money factor for this car for March? What can we combine. We already have a Navigator leased so is there a second loyalty incentive?
We appreciate all your help!!
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Re: Car Man - '06 EB Lease [baggs32]
by Car_man HOST
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Mar 09, 2006 (3:54 am)
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Replying to: baggs32 (Mar 02, 2006 6:49 am)
You're welcome, baggs32. congratulations on your new truck. Enjoy!
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Re: Ford Explorer 2006 (Limited) Lease Questions [jbratx]
by Car_man HOST
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Mar 09, 2006 (3:57 am)
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Replying to: jbratx (Mar 02, 2006 1:14 pm)
No problem, jbratx. I asked myself the same question when I first heard about this program. When I looked into it, it turned out that there is a trick that will still enable lessees to avoid paying a down payment out of their own pockets. The trick is that the lease cash that Ford is currently providing on models counts as a down payment for the down payment match program. Just use part or all of the Explorer's available lease cash as a cap cost reduction and you qualify for the match.
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Re: Ford Explorer: Lease Questions [opinion1]
by Car_man HOST
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Mar 09, 2006 (4:06 am)
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Replying to: opinion1 (Mar 03, 2006 12:50 am)
Hi opinion1. Most manufacturers' captive finance companies, like Ford Credit, are very reasonable when evaluating the condition of leased vehicles at the end of their terms. If they were really picky and nickeled and dimed customers to death, they would risk costing their parent company, in this case Ford, future business. You can find out information on Ford Credit's specific excess wear and tear policy by visiting the following site: Red Carpet Lease - Wear and Use.
As far as what your credit has to be like to lease goes, this varies from bank to bank. I have found thou that banks that are affiliated with domestic manufacturers, like GM and Ford, tend to be fairly lenient about what consumers they approve for leases.
Since you are new to the world of leasing, you definitely should check out the following informative articles that are available here at Edmunds.com prior to visiting any dealers: 10 Steps to Leasing a New Car and Calculate Your Own Lease Payment.
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Re: Is Eddie Bauer 4x4 "0 down" for real? [cars4mike]
by Car_man HOST
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Mar 09, 2006 (4:33 am)
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Replying to: cars4mike (Mar 04, 2006 12:36 pm)
I'm sorry to hear about your bad experience, cars4mike. It sounds like you need to work with a different dealer. This one isn't being very straightforward with you. Ford has enough dealers out there that this shouldn't be a problem. Do some research here at Edmunds.com and figure out exactly how much you should pay for the Explorer that you want. Then comparison shop with a few dealers, either in person, over the telephone, or via e-mail and see which one offers you the best price. Then have them calculate your truck's lease payment using Ford Credit's base lease program. I can tell you what that is, and even work up a lease payment for you if you want.
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Re: Mercury Mountaineer Premier [cwakefield]
by Car_man HOST
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Mar 09, 2006 (4:38 am)
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Replying to: cwakefield (Mar 06, 2006 2:40 pm)
Hmmmm, it sounds like we have another shady dealer here cwakefield. Ford is currently providing $2,000 customer cash on leases of 2006 Mercury Mountaineer Premier or Convenience models through Ford Credit and $2,500 on leases of Mountaineer Luxury models. In addition to this, it is waiving the first month's lease payment. All of these incentives are compatible with Ford Credit's best lease program. You're not off to a very good start with this dealer. You may need to shop around and find a different dealer to work with.
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Re: Mercury Mountaineer Premier [Car_man]
by cwakefield
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Mar 09, 2006 (5:30 am)
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Replying to: Car_man (Mar 09, 2006 4:38 am)
Carman,
Is this $1000 match program only on Fords or can it be used against Mercury products?
Thanks
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Re: Ford Explorer: Lease Questions [Car_man]
by shopchic956
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Mar 09, 2006 (11:27 am)
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Replying to: Car_man (Mar 09, 2006 4:06 am)
Hi Car Man,. I am new here and have some questions I am hoping you can help me with....I have never leased a veich. Always bought..Now I have a 2001 Chevy Blazer..82k, I would say good to very good shape. 4x4. I want to get an explorer, and like the idea of not having it more than 2 3 yrs at most, but am clueless on LEASES.
I cannot have a payment per mth more than 250...I owe 3800 on my blazer, and am looking to get enough for it to pay it off and have like 2000-3000 down....
I do not know what RESIDUAL VALUE, etc APR are can you please explain to me what I should know before going to local ford dealers???? AND is there a diff in getting a lease on a 05 or 06. I think I want the EB being I watn LEATHER and a MOONROOF...is this correct???
Please give me the ins and outs of leasing the best you can..lol I am clueless. Also, what works diof fwith a lease as far as insurance, maitnaince goes?? thank you SO much!! Karen in NY
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