She is now officially MINE!!!!
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A brand new 2005 LS430 is sitting in my driveway.
Crystal White Exterior/Cashmere Interior with the Modern Luxury Package and Smart Access.
I was not expecting to lease the vehicle so soon BUT.. I just happened to inquire to a dealer who needed an extra sale for November and they gave me, quite simply, an offer I could not refuse.
They DROVE the vehicle to my house (an hour's drive) did the presentation in my driveway and the paper work in my dining room table.
I leased for 36 months/12K miles per year $697 per month (plus tax) with $1650 total due at signing (including first payment).
I am in awe of the level of service and the ease of the transaction. I am also in awe of this vehicle. Smooth. powerful, elegant... my goodness is this a special car.
Looking forward to three years of carefree driving in PURE luxury!!!
And please allow me to give a quick thanks to all of the posters in this forum. You have all been very helpful in presenting "real world" experiences that helped me decide on a vehicle. I 've been lurking around for years with just an occasional post on this forum.
Now I can actually post as an actual owner..
Crystal White Exterior/Cashmere Interior with the Modern Luxury Package and Smart Access.
I was not expecting to lease the vehicle so soon BUT.. I just happened to inquire to a dealer who needed an extra sale for November and they gave me, quite simply, an offer I could not refuse.
They DROVE the vehicle to my house (an hour's drive) did the presentation in my driveway and the paper work in my dining room table.
I leased for 36 months/12K miles per year $697 per month (plus tax) with $1650 total due at signing (including first payment).
I am in awe of the level of service and the ease of the transaction. I am also in awe of this vehicle. Smooth. powerful, elegant... my goodness is this a special car.
Looking forward to three years of carefree driving in PURE luxury!!!
And please allow me to give a quick thanks to all of the posters in this forum. You have all been very helpful in presenting "real world" experiences that helped me decide on a vehicle. I 've been lurking around for years with just an occasional post on this forum.
Now I can actually post as an actual owner..
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Congratulations on your new Lexus! Post some pics
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COngrats!
Quick question.
What makes a potential buyer look into leasing a vehicle? With the monthly payment you posted, isnt that pretty much close to what you would be paying for a 04 model or even yet an 03 model?
Quick question.
What makes a potential buyer look into leasing a vehicle? With the monthly payment you posted, isnt that pretty much close to what you would be paying for a 04 model or even yet an 03 model?
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Originally posted by Pagong
COngrats!
Quick question.
What makes a potential buyer look into leasing a vehicle? With the monthly payment you posted, isnt that pretty much close to what you would be paying for a 04 model or even yet an 03 model?
COngrats!
Quick question.
What makes a potential buyer look into leasing a vehicle? With the monthly payment you posted, isnt that pretty much close to what you would be paying for a 04 model or even yet an 03 model?
In my opinion there is nothing like getting a brand new vehicle every two to three years. It is one of the few areas in my life where I allow my heart to contol my decisions. I could buy a used LS.... but NAH!
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gteach, congrats on your new car!!
Yes, Lexus, sales and service department is second to none.
When I first got my car, I had trouble programming the garage door opener.
The service manager at my local lexus DROVE TO MY HOUSE and program EVERYTHING for me!!!
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Yes, Lexus, sales and service department is second to none.
When I first got my car, I had trouble programming the garage door opener.
The service manager at my local lexus DROVE TO MY HOUSE and program EVERYTHING for me!!!
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I too was impressed with the treatment when we bought our pre-owned. In the past, when sitting in a dealers finance office, I feel like I'm being drained of dollars here and there. At Lexus, it was relaxing and simple. They just made their $$ wihout beating me up in the process.
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I'll post the entire lease details in a bit... off the top of my head the car stickers at around $62 grand and they sold it to Lexus Financial for around $54K. Residual was around $35K... I don't remember the money factor.. gotta look it up.....