2015 Mercedes C Class Lease Questions

mrniepo

Hi Mod, looking for current MF, residual, any incentives on the following models - 36mo -- 7.5k/10k in Southern CA:

--2015 c300 Sport

--2015 c400 4Matic

--2016 c300 Sport

Thanks!

mrniepo

Also would like MF, resid, and incentives for base C300 (not Sport) for 2015 & 2016 models -- 36, 7.5k & 10k in Southern CA (LA). Thanks so much!

Michaell

mrniepo said:

Hi Mod, looking for current MF, residual, any incentives on the following models - 36mo -- 7.5k/10k in Southern CA:

--2015 c300 Sport

--2015 c400 4Matic

--2016 c300 Sport

Thanks!

mrniepo said:

Also would like MF, resid, and incentives for base C300 (not Sport) for 2015 & 2016 models -- 36, 7.5k & 10k in Southern CA (LA). Thanks so much!

There are only numbers for RWD and 4Matic C-Class - no difference on Sport vs. Base.

36/10 numbers:
2015 C300 RWD - .00118 and 61%
2015 C400 - standard MF and 60%
2016 C300 RWD - 00152 and 63%

Add 1% for 7500 miles per year.

thetek9designs

Any incentives on 2015 C400s?

kyfdx

thetek9designs said:

Any incentives on 2015 C400s?

We don't have that information for Mercedes

sergioc615

What is the MF and Residual for 2015 & 2016 C300 4matic Sport 36/15K & 36/12?

kyfdx

sergioc615 said:

What is the MF and Residual for 2015 & 2016 C300 4matic Sport 36/15K & 36/12?

2015: .00119 MF and 58%/60% residual
2016: .00154 MF and 61%/63% residual

joshsdca

Is this a good deal? What should I ask for?
2016 C300, MSRP $54,995, 36/10
$591+tax=$638, $1176 drive away
they say:

63% residual, 6k discount, 00192 MF
I'm in California

Michaell

joshsdca said:

Is this a good deal? What should I ask for?
2016 C300, MSRP $54,995, 36/10
$591+tax=$638, $1176 drive away
they say:

63% residual, 6k discount, 00192 MF
I'm in California

 Does not look like a good deal. Money factor is marked up. What is the net  capitalized cost?  

joshsdca

Michaell said:

joshsdca said:

Is this a good deal? What should I ask for?
2016 C300, MSRP $54,995, 36/10
$591+tax=$638, $1176 drive away
they say:

63% residual, 6k discount, 00192 MF
I'm in California

 Does not look like a good deal. Money factor is marked up. What is the net  capitalized cost?  

Now they are offering:
Net Cap Cost: $51,051
Customer Cash: $1301
Residual: 63%
MF: 00152
MSRP: $55,370 (incl transportation and handling)
payment: $626 incl tax

selling price seems high now. Should I push down? What would be a good price?

thanks for the help!!!!!

Michaell

joshsdca said:

Michaell said:

joshsdca said:

Is this a good deal? What should I ask for?
2016 C300, MSRP $54,995, 36/10
$591+tax=$638, $1176 drive away
they say:

63% residual, 6k discount, 00192 MF
I'm in California

 Does not look like a good deal. Money factor is marked up. What is the net  capitalized cost?  

Now they are offering:
Net Cap Cost: $51,051
Customer Cash: $1301
Residual: 63%
MF: 00152
MSRP: $55,370 (incl transportation and handling)
payment: $626 incl tax

selling price seems high now. Should I push down? What would be a good price?

thanks for the help!!!!!

 We don't track selling prices. Read back to the last page or two of posts to see what others have been able to negotiate. 

richardpark17

Can someone assist with:

Money Factor & Residual
C300
10k/24
10k/36
12k/24
12k/36

Is there any incentives as well? Since most lots right now are trying to push those 2015s out should I expect a loser deal? Looking to get a 0 out of pocket at $350/month

Many Thanks!

kyfdx

richardpark17 said:

Can someone assist with:

Money Factor & Residual
C300
10k/24
10k/36
12k/24
12k/36

Is there any incentives as well? Since most lots right now are trying to push those 2015s out should I expect a loser deal? Looking to get a 0 out of pocket at $350/month

Many Thanks!

.00118 MF and 66%/65% for 24 months, 61%/60% for 36 months.

To get to $350/mo, you'll definitely have to go 36 months, and get a big discount on an low-optioned model. Even then, you might not get that low.

sohelkauser

Can someone evaluate this offer for me.
2015 C300 - MSRP $49735
Money factor - 0.00118
Downpayment - $6k and monthly $429 including tax (Ca) for 12K miles

Michaell

sohelkauser said:

Can someone evaluate this offer for me.
2015 C300 - MSRP $49735
Money factor - 0.00118
Downpayment - $6k and monthly $429 including tax (Ca) for 12K miles

What is the selling price? What is the lease term?

$6k is too much to start a lease - any down payment is at risk if the car is stolen or totaled.

Not a great deal.

sohelkauser

The selling price is $45200 and the lease term is 36 months.
The down payment is basically trade in value of my old car .
Thanks.

Michaell

sohelkauser said:

The selling price is $45200 and the lease term is 36 months.
The down payment is basically trade in value of my old car .
Thanks.

Same thing .. get the dealer to cut you a check for the equity in your trade in. Use that money to offset the higher payments you will have.

sohelkauser

Going to go and negotiate for a lower down payment.
Just from a deal with perspective -
msrp - 49735
cap cost - 45636
residual - 29841
money factor .00118

is this a good price for the car ? 
Thanks for the help.

Michaell

sohelkauser said:

Going to go and negotiate for a lower down payment.
Just from a deal with perspective -
msrp - 49735
cap cost - 45636
residual - 29841
money factor .00118

is this a good price for the car ? 
Thanks for the help.

We don't track selling prices - read back through the last page or two of this discussion to see what others have been able to negotiate.

And, use the 'make / model / year' pull downs at the top of the page to link to the Edmunds pricing tools.

jzcarr25

Hi

Can you please post the latest lease rates on the c63 S and c63? 10k year / 36 months

Thanks !

Michaell

jzcarr25 said:

Hi

Can you please post the latest lease rates on the c63 S and c63? 10k year / 36 months

Thanks !

2016 lease questions should be posted here:

http://forums.edmunds.com/discussion/38171/mercedes-benz/c-class/2016-mercedes-c-class-lease-questions#latest

kainnyc

Hi, moderator, I was hoping you could help me with a small problem. I have a great lease i am great with calculating a deal, but i would like to know what the residual values, and MF are for C300 sport 2016 @ 18k, and 20k.



C300 15k miles, Custom order
$55690
$48121
no maintenance (ripoff) 2/3 price at my mechanic
$488 plus fees @ 1373
Tax, MF, and base are in monthly.
thank you for your time and help.
Love Edmunds lol

Michaell

kainnyc said:

Hi, moderator, I was hoping you could help me with a small problem. I have a great lease i am great with calculating a deal, but i would like to know what the residual values, and MF are for C300 sport 2016 @ 18k, and 20k.



C300 15k miles, Custom order
$55690
$48121
no maintenance (ripoff) 2/3 price at my mechanic
$488 plus fees @ 1373
Tax, MF, and base are in monthly.
thank you for your time and help.
Love Edmunds lol

36/15 numbers:

Either .00152 and 60% (RWD) or .00154 and 61% (4Matic)

Deduct .10-.20 per mile from the residual for the extra miles.

fener61

I am looking at a potential lease of a C300. I asked the dealer for the best prices on either 2015 or 2016 C300's in stock.

He offered three courtesy vehicles, all 2015 models, all under 5000 miles. One of them is RWD, the other two are 4Matics.

Asking price for the RWD is $30k, the 4Matics are $35k.

Are 2015's still available for lease? I know that demo/courtesy cars do fall under the new category, so that shouldnt be an issue.

What is the MF and Residual for RWD and 4Matics? I think the 4Matics are .00119 MF and $60% (36/12), not sure of the numbers for RWD. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

kyfdx

fener61 said:

I am looking at a potential lease of a C300. I asked the dealer for the best prices on either 2015 or 2016 C300's in stock.

He offered three courtesy vehicles, all 2015 models, all under 5000 miles. One of them is RWD, the other two are 4Matics.

Asking price for the RWD is $30k, the 4Matics are $35k.

Are 2015's still available for lease? I know that demo/courtesy cars do fall under the new category, so that shouldnt be an issue.

What is the MF and Residual for RWD and 4Matics? I think the 4Matics are .00119 MF and $60% (36/12), not sure of the numbers for RWD. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

2015 RWD: .00118 MF and 60% residual
2015 AWD: .00119 MF and 60% residual

Residual will be reduced to account for the current mileage.

fener61

kyfdx said:

fener61 said:

I am looking at a potential lease of a C300. I asked the dealer for the best prices on either 2015 or 2016 C300's in stock.

He offered three courtesy vehicles, all 2015 models, all under 5000 miles. One of them is RWD, the other two are 4Matics.

Asking price for the RWD is $30k, the 4Matics are $35k.

Are 2015's still available for lease? I know that demo/courtesy cars do fall under the new category, so that shouldnt be an issue.

What is the MF and Residual for RWD and 4Matics? I think the 4Matics are .00119 MF and $60% (36/12), not sure of the numbers for RWD. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

2015 RWD: .00118 MF and 60% residual
2015 AWD: .00119 MF and 60% residual

Residual will be reduced to account for the current mileage.

Thanks. How would I calculate the new residual?
Looks like I should "Deduct .10-.20 per mile from the residual for the extra miles."

And do I need to know the MSRP?

kyfdx

fener61 said:

kyfdx said:

fener61 said:

I am looking at a potential lease of a C300. I asked the dealer for the best prices on either 2015 or 2016 C300's in stock.

He offered three courtesy vehicles, all 2015 models, all under 5000 miles. One of them is RWD, the other two are 4Matics.

Asking price for the RWD is $30k, the 4Matics are $35k.

Are 2015's still available for lease? I know that demo/courtesy cars do fall under the new category, so that shouldnt be an issue.

What is the MF and Residual for RWD and 4Matics? I think the 4Matics are .00119 MF and $60% (36/12), not sure of the numbers for RWD. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

2015 RWD: .00118 MF and 60% residual
2015 AWD: .00119 MF and 60% residual

Residual will be reduced to account for the current mileage.

Thanks. How would I calculate the new residual? (checking online for the answer as we speak)

The residual will be reduced on a per/mile basis. Probably $0.20/mi., but not sure of Mercedes exact number.

So a car that has 5000 miles would have the residual lowered by $1000.

fener61

kyfdx said:

fener61 said:

kyfdx said:

fener61 said:

I am looking at a potential lease of a C300. I asked the dealer for the best prices on either 2015 or 2016 C300's in stock.

He offered three courtesy vehicles, all 2015 models, all under 5000 miles. One of them is RWD, the other two are 4Matics.

Asking price for the RWD is $30k, the 4Matics are $35k.

Are 2015's still available for lease? I know that demo/courtesy cars do fall under the new category, so that shouldnt be an issue.

What is the MF and Residual for RWD and 4Matics? I think the 4Matics are .00119 MF and $60% (36/12), not sure of the numbers for RWD. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

2015 RWD: .00118 MF and 60% residual
2015 AWD: .00119 MF and 60% residual

Residual will be reduced to account for the current mileage.

Thanks. How would I calculate the new residual? (checking online for the answer as we speak)

The residual will be reduced on a per/mile basis. Probably $0.20/mi., but not sure of Mercedes exact number.

So a car that has 5000 miles would have the residual lowered by $1000.

So, on a car that has a $44745 MSRP, the residual would be lowered by $943. How and where do I factor that in to the lease? Sorry for the questions...I'm new to this.

kyfdx

fener61 said:

kyfdx said:

fener61 said:

kyfdx said:

fener61 said:

I am looking at a potential lease of a C300. I asked the dealer for the best prices on either 2015 or 2016 C300's in stock.

He offered three courtesy vehicles, all 2015 models, all under 5000 miles. One of them is RWD, the other two are 4Matics.

Asking price for the RWD is $30k, the 4Matics are $35k.

Are 2015's still available for lease? I know that demo/courtesy cars do fall under the new category, so that shouldnt be an issue.

What is the MF and Residual for RWD and 4Matics? I think the 4Matics are .00119 MF and $60% (36/12), not sure of the numbers for RWD. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

2015 RWD: .00118 MF and 60% residual
2015 AWD: .00119 MF and 60% residual

Residual will be reduced to account for the current mileage.

Thanks. How would I calculate the new residual? (checking online for the answer as we speak)

The residual will be reduced on a per/mile basis. Probably $0.20/mi., but not sure of Mercedes exact number.

So a car that has 5000 miles would have the residual lowered by $1000.

So, on a car that has a $44745 MSRP, the residual would be lowered by $943. How and where do I factor that in to the lease? Sorry for the questions...I'm new to this.

Multiply the MSRP by the residual percentage, then subtract the mileage deduction from that number. That is your residual

fener61

kyfdx said:

fener61 said:

kyfdx said:

fener61 said:

kyfdx said:

fener61 said:

I am looking at a potential lease of a C300. I asked the dealer for the best prices on either 2015 or 2016 C300's in stock.

He offered three courtesy vehicles, all 2015 models, all under 5000 miles. One of them is RWD, the other two are 4Matics.

Asking price for the RWD is $30k, the 4Matics are $35k.

Are 2015's still available for lease? I know that demo/courtesy cars do fall under the new category, so that shouldnt be an issue.

What is the MF and Residual for RWD and 4Matics? I think the 4Matics are .00119 MF and $60% (36/12), not sure of the numbers for RWD. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

2015 RWD: .00118 MF and 60% residual
2015 AWD: .00119 MF and 60% residual

Residual will be reduced to account for the current mileage.

Thanks. How would I calculate the new residual? (checking online for the answer as we speak)

The residual will be reduced on a per/mile basis. Probably $0.20/mi., but not sure of Mercedes exact number.

So a car that has 5000 miles would have the residual lowered by $1000.

So, on a car that has a $44745 MSRP, the residual would be lowered by $943. How and where do I factor that in to the lease? Sorry for the questions...I'm new to this.

Multiply the MSRP by the residual percentage, then subtract the mileage deduction from that number. That is your residual

I went into the dealership last night to try and secure the lease. I wasn't given any clear printout on the potential lease offer (I think the main thing missing was the cap cost, which they did not give me).

They also mentioned that the current miles would not count against me, and that I could bring the car back with 36k + whatever the mileage was at the time of sale without additional mileage fees. I disagreed, but they said that it would be in writing.

Here was the result (for FL):

MSRP: $46800
Sales Price: $34603
Mileage: 4300
MF: .00164 (sales manager told me he marked it up from .00119)
Residual: 60%
Doc: $300
Lic+Reg: $400
Aquisition: $750

My total came to $340/month with taxes included. Drive off around $1100 (first month, other upfront fees).

Using the exact same numbers in their system, they had $379/month.

I did not move forward with the lease because there was, what I felt, something fishy going on...Can anyone give me an idea why the $40 difference per month between my numbers and theirs? Am I doing something wrong or are they fudging the numbers somewhere and not telling me?

fener61

Looking for some input...

kyfdx

fener61 said:

Looking for some input...

They are correct. You get 36K miles of driving. (36K + current mileage). That is why the residual is reduced. Because the car will have higher miles at the end of the lease, than if it was brand new.

If I add $795 acquisition fee to the selling price, and reduce the 60% residual by $0.20/mile, and use their marked up money factor, I get $329/mo.+tax.

You don't say which state, but if I assume 7% tax, that gives me about $352/mo. That's still quite a bit off, from their number. But, I'm guessing that the residual reduction is $0.20/mile. If it's more or less than that, then that changes the calculation.

But, it's easy to clear up. Tell them you want to know all the numbers and to please send a screen shot of the computer, so you can see the exact adjusted CAP cost and the exact residual.

Another thing to consider. Don't step over dollars to pick up dimes. Yes, they are marking up the money factor, but they are also massively discounting the vehicle. You have to look at the total cost. $1100 upfront and $379/mo. is dirt cheap to lease a $47K MSRP vehicle. That doesn't mean you shouldn't seek clarity, or even to bargain a little lower, if possible, but don't let a really good deal get away.

Be ready to answer, if they ask the question, "What will it take to make a deal". You might save another $10-$15 per month, and get the car you want.

fener61

kyfdx said:

fener61 said:

Looking for some input...

They are correct. You get 36K miles of driving. (36K + current mileage). That is why the residual is reduced. Because the car will have higher miles at the end of the lease, than if it was brand new.

If I add $795 acquisition fee to the selling price, and reduce the 60% residual by $0.20/mile, and use their marked up money factor, I get $329/mo.+tax.

You don't say which state, but if I assume 7% tax, that gives me about $352/mo. That's still quite a bit off, from their number. But, I'm guessing that the residual reduction is $0.20/mile. If it's more or less than that, then that changes the calculation.

But, it's easy to clear up. Tell them you want to know all the numbers and to please send a screen shot of the computer, so you can see the exact adjusted CAP cost and the exact residual.

Another thing to consider. Don't step over dollars to pick up dimes. Yes, they are marking up the money factor, but they are also massively discounting the vehicle. You have to look at the total cost. $1100 upfront and $379/mo. is dirt cheap to lease a $47K MSRP vehicle. That doesn't mean you shouldn't seek clarity, or even to bargain a little lower, if possible, but don't let a really good deal get away.

Be ready to answer, if they ask the question, "What will it take to make a deal". You might save another $10-$15 per month, and get the car you want.

Thank you

fener61

kyfdx said:

fener61 said:

Looking for some input...

They are correct. You get 36K miles of driving. (36K + current mileage). That is why the residual is reduced. Because the car will have higher miles at the end of the lease, than if it was brand new.

If I add $795 acquisition fee to the selling price, and reduce the 60% residual by $0.20/mile, and use their marked up money factor, I get $329/mo.+tax.

You don't say which state, but if I assume 7% tax, that gives me about $352/mo. That's still quite a bit off, from their number. But, I'm guessing that the residual reduction is $0.20/mile. If it's more or less than that, then that changes the calculation.

But, it's easy to clear up. Tell them you want to know all the numbers and to please send a screen shot of the computer, so you can see the exact adjusted CAP cost and the exact residual.

Another thing to consider. Don't step over dollars to pick up dimes. Yes, they are marking up the money factor, but they are also massively discounting the vehicle. You have to look at the total cost. $1100 upfront and $379/mo. is dirt cheap to lease a $47K MSRP vehicle. That doesn't mean you shouldn't seek clarity, or even to bargain a little lower, if possible, but don't let a really good deal get away.

Be ready to answer, if they ask the question, "What will it take to make a deal". You might save another $10-$15 per month, and get the car you want.

This was the information I was give today. Total cap cost is $36494.13 and the residual is $27425.60.

So they are adding around $2000 in fees on top of the sales price? I'll need to ask/see what that is. Am I able to get this removed or are those fees sometimes non-negotiable?

kyfdx

fener61 said:

kyfdx said:

fener61 said:

Looking for some input...

They are correct. You get 36K miles of driving. (36K + current mileage). That is why the residual is reduced. Because the car will have higher miles at the end of the lease, than if it was brand new.

If I add $795 acquisition fee to the selling price, and reduce the 60% residual by $0.20/mile, and use their marked up money factor, I get $329/mo.+tax.

You don't say which state, but if I assume 7% tax, that gives me about $352/mo. That's still quite a bit off, from their number. But, I'm guessing that the residual reduction is $0.20/mile. If it's more or less than that, then that changes the calculation.

But, it's easy to clear up. Tell them you want to know all the numbers and to please send a screen shot of the computer, so you can see the exact adjusted CAP cost and the exact residual.

Another thing to consider. Don't step over dollars to pick up dimes. Yes, they are marking up the money factor, but they are also massively discounting the vehicle. You have to look at the total cost. $1100 upfront and $379/mo. is dirt cheap to lease a $47K MSRP vehicle. That doesn't mean you shouldn't seek clarity, or even to bargain a little lower, if possible, but don't let a really good deal get away.

Be ready to answer, if they ask the question, "What will it take to make a deal". You might save another $10-$15 per month, and get the car you want.

This was the information I was give today. Total cap cost is $36494.13 and the residual is $27425.60.

So they are adding around $2000 in fees on top of the sales price? I'll need to ask/see what that is. Am I able to get this removed or are those fees sometimes non-negotiable?

With those numbers, $357/mo.+tax.

You can ask for whatever you want. No matter how you run the numbers, they may feel that another buyer will give them what they are asking for the vehicle. (and, they are probably right).

fener61

kyfdx said:

fener61 said:

kyfdx said:

fener61 said:

Looking for some input...

They are correct. You get 36K miles of driving. (36K + current mileage). That is why the residual is reduced. Because the car will have higher miles at the end of the lease, than if it was brand new.

If I add $795 acquisition fee to the selling price, and reduce the 60% residual by $0.20/mile, and use their marked up money factor, I get $329/mo.+tax.

You don't say which state, but if I assume 7% tax, that gives me about $352/mo. That's still quite a bit off, from their number. But, I'm guessing that the residual reduction is $0.20/mile. If it's more or less than that, then that changes the calculation.

But, it's easy to clear up. Tell them you want to know all the numbers and to please send a screen shot of the computer, so you can see the exact adjusted CAP cost and the exact residual.

Another thing to consider. Don't step over dollars to pick up dimes. Yes, they are marking up the money factor, but they are also massively discounting the vehicle. You have to look at the total cost. $1100 upfront and $379/mo. is dirt cheap to lease a $47K MSRP vehicle. That doesn't mean you shouldn't seek clarity, or even to bargain a little lower, if possible, but don't let a really good deal get away.

Be ready to answer, if they ask the question, "What will it take to make a deal". You might save another $10-$15 per month, and get the car you want.

This was the information I was give today. Total cap cost is $36494.13 and the residual is $27425.60.

So they are adding around $2000 in fees on top of the sales price? I'll need to ask/see what that is. Am I able to get this removed or are those fees sometimes non-negotiable?

With those numbers, $357/mo.+tax.

You can ask for whatever you want. No matter how you run the numbers, they may feel that another buyer will give them what they are asking for the vehicle. (and, they are probably right).

Thanks again for your replies

fener61

I ended up getting a 36 month 12k/mile lease for $355/month (tax included). Drive off fees were $1100. MSRP was $48060.

I think it ended up being a pretty good deal (even though I let the dealer pocket some extra money)

Michaell

fener61 said:

I ended up getting a 36 month 12k/mile lease for $355/month (tax included). Drive off fees were $1100. MSRP was $48060.

I think it ended up being a pretty good deal (even though I let the dealer pocket some extra money)

Wow - excellent deal!

If the dealer didn't make any money they wouldn't be open.

Enjoy the new C-class

lb530529

Michael, sorry to disturb you again but I am currently comparing a mercedes cl250 vs a bmw 328i xdrive. Would it be possible to list the money factor and residuals on the following:

36/10
2015 CLA 250 FWD and AWD
2016 CLA 250 4MATIC
2015 C300 4MATIC

I am considering demo/loaners to keep a low payment, so besides the adjusted residual, I wasn't sure if the MF also changed for Mercedes.

Thank you

Michaell

lb530529 said:

Michael, sorry to disturb you again but I am currently comparing a mercedes cl250 vs a bmw 328i xdrive. Would it be possible to list the money factor and residuals on the following:

36/10
2015 CLA 250 FWD and AWD
2016 CLA 250 4MATIC
2015 C300 4MATIC

I am considering demo/loaners to keep a low payment, so besides the adjusted residual, I wasn't sure if the MF also changed for Mercedes.

Thank you

There are no lease numbers for the 2015 C-class.

CLA questions can be posted here:

http://forums.edmunds.com/discussion/37562/mercedes-benz/cla-class/2016-mercedes-benz-cla-class-lease-questions#latest

http://forums.edmunds.com/discussion/32229/mercedes-benz/cla-class/2015-mercedes-benz-cla-class-lease-questions#latest

lb530529

Corrected, sorry for the inconvenience.

rimini

Can you please provide April's RV and MF for C300 4matic 24/10K and 27/10K and 36/10K?
Thank you!

Michaell

rimini said:

Can you please provide April's RV and MF for C300 4matic 24/10K and 27/10K and 36/10K?
Thank you!

No 2015 C-Class lease information for April.