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Lexus GS 450h Lease Questions

38 messages,  Last post on Nov 17, 2009 at 3:07 AM

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What is this discussion about? Lexus GS 450h, Hybrid Cars, Car Leasing, Car Buying, Sedan


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Re: trying to lease an 08 [eights38] by bmwconvert
Feb 08, 2008 (12:48 pm)
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Replying to: eights38 (Feb 04, 2008 4:54 am)

I have an '07 with 18k miles that I took delivery of back in May 2006 (one of the 1st delivered). Willingly paid sticker to get it when it came out, so can't complain about the price. What has upset me is that the value has dropped precipitously. I recently asked my Lexus dealer and a Mercedes dealer where I was considering a swap, to get me a quote on the car. Lexus came back with a $38k bid and Mercedes with $43k (higher no doubt because they were going to make money on the sale of the new car to me, and generally a more aggressive dealer).
 
The explanation I received from both dealers is that there is NO resale market for this car, therefore few wholesalers are interested in bidding for it. It worries me for a year or two down the road with what it's going to be worth. I also think people are scared about how the batteries are going to hold up.
 
I kept the car and remain reasonably happy with it. Nothing I can do about the value now, but it's something that new buyers and leasers should consider. There's obviously a reason why Lexus is putting the residuals so low on the leases. It appears to reflect reality.
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Market Changing by drlease
Feb 29, 2008 (10:00 am)
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The Market looks like it may be droping now. I talked to a Leasing Company in Ohio (Thompson and Ward Leasing) I found by searching New GS450h on Autotrader in Columbus. A new 08, MSRP $60,350, Said he would sell it for $55980, AND could get a .00234 mf on the car. I passed because the car was red and I want black, but I think it shows the direction of the Market.
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Lease rates by socaljd
Jul 03, 2008 (2:24 pm)
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Hi CarMan,
 
What is the current MF & residual on a 36mo/12k term for a '08 450h ?
Is the MSD program for Lexus still the same (.00008 MF reduction for each SD) ?
Due to the current economy, do you think a 450h can be had for under invoice (in SoCal area) ??
 
TIA - socalJD
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Re: Lease rates [socaljd] by Car_man HOST
Jul 09, 2008 (2:15 am)
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Replying to: socaljd (Jul 03, 2008 2:24 pm)

Here's the information that you're looking for, socalJD. According to the latest information that I have seen, Lexus Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2008 Lexus GS 450h with 12,000 miles per year are .00155 and 47%, respectively.
 
It is difficult to say how low the dealers in your area will be willing to go on this car, but I personally doubt that you will be able to get one for under invoice. I personally would shoot for a couple hundred dollars over. Try stopping by the "Lexus GS 450h Prices Paid and Buying Experience" discussion for additional feedback on this car's pricing.
 
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Current lease rates by nemia
Feb 16, 2009 (7:13 am)
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Anyone know what the current lease rates for the GS450h are, including the mf and residual for the 08 for a 36 mo lease w/12k mi per year?
 
Thanks!
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Re: Current lease rates [nemia] by Car_man HOST
Feb 26, 2009 (3:53 am)
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Replying to: nemia (Feb 16, 2009 7:13 am)

Hi nemia. Here's the information that you're looking for. Lexus Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2008 GS 450h with 12,000 miles per year are a terrible .00285 and 41%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top aka "Tier 1+" credit tier.
 
The lease program is bad, but Lexus is providing $6,000 dealer cash on this car right now. Make sure to take it into account when negotiating the selling price.
 
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lexus gs 450h by linog
Feb 26, 2009 (8:31 pm)
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I went to the lexus dealer in the san fernando valley in californa and thier giving me a lexus gs 2009 450h for 1050.00 a month- 12k min per year- 36 months and- 6,500 down they said the car is fully loaded total with tax the car costs 71,000.00 the guy said what do you
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Re: lexus gs 450h [linog] by Car_man HOST
Mar 16, 2009 (3:00 am)
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Replying to: linog (Feb 26, 2009 8:31 pm)

Hi linog. Wow that's a lot of money. Did the dealer mention what this car's selling price is? The selling prices of leased vehicles are negotiable, just as if you were paying cash for or financing them. Without knowing what this car's selling price is, it is difficult to tell how large a dealer discount, and in turn how good a deal you are getting. Find out what this number is and let us know. I am sure that either myself or another knowledgeable community member will be glad to give you their opinion on it.
 
One thing that jumps out at me about this deal is the large down payment that the dealer is asking for. I always advise consumers not to make any sort of capitalized cost reduction when leasing. Those who make one risk losing part or all of it if their vehicle is totaled in an accident or stolen and never recovered. Even though it means that your monthly payment will be a little higher, you will be much better off going with a zero down lease.
 
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Re: Current lease rates [Car_man] by vigorlover
Mar 26, 2009 (8:05 pm)
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Replying to: Car_man (Feb 26, 2009 3:53 am)

Hello CarMan. The date of your post is Feb 26, 2009, is the $6000 dealer cash you mentioned still going on? Nothing was listed when I looked at the incentives on this site. Maybe ended before March?
 
I am looking to get a new car, preferably before the CA tax rate goes up on April 1. However, if other programs might kick in that would provide savings that offset the extra ~$550 in tax, I could certainly wait.

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