BMW 3-Series Lease Questions

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    You're very welcome, dpmako.

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  • carnaughtcarnaught Member Posts: 3,582
    What do you think, on an '09 328i ?

    MSRP - $42,970
    Selling Price $40,992.65
    Money factor is .00235
    Residual is 70% (2 years at 12k miles per year)
    Payment is $658.07 plus tax – ($54.62) = $712.69
    Total due is $2685.06 (first payment, $712.69, doc fees $389, $561.12 for registration and titling)
    (Dealer says he is not charging for HD radio on the car)

    Thanks.
  • carnaughtcarnaught Member Posts: 3,582
    Oops, forgot to mention: 24 mos., 12,000 mi./yr.
  • carnaughtcarnaught Member Posts: 3,582
    Oops again CarMan, it's $1685.06 for first payment (not $2685.06).
  • scottyt24scottyt24 Member Posts: 24
    hi-

    I've seen 2 different money factors posted for the '08 328i. I've seen .00075 and 59% and .00140 and 50%.

    Does anyone know what the current program is? I'm looking to head to a dealer today and this would be helpful!

    Thanks
  • stuboatstuboat Member Posts: 1
    Can anyone tell me what the money factor is for each of these cars, assuming bmw fs qualification (3 year lease 12,000 miles per year). Also what benefits besides reduced MF rates are there? I've heard no security deposit. Thanks for your help.
  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi carnaught. I haven't seen BMW Financial Services' new November lease money factors yet, so I can't comment on that aspect of your deal, but I can tell you that the car that you are interested in probably has a spread of around $3,000 to $3,500 between its full MSRP and its dealer invoice price. The $1,977 dealer discount that you were quoted isn't bad, but there's still some room there. Have you tried comparison shopping at all. Things are pretty slow for dealers right now (understatement), there's a decent chance that you will be able to find one that will be willing to beat this deal. Try stopping by the "BMW 3-Series Prices Paid and Buying Experience" discussion to see how much other community members have paid for similar cars lately.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi scottyt24. BMW's original money factor for the 2008 328i was probably .00140. Mid-month it enhanced its lease program on all 2008 models. At that point, the factor on this car was lowered to .00075. Unfortunately, this was scheduled to expire at the end of October. I have not seen BMW's new November lease program yet.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi stuboat. BMW is scheduled to introduce a new lease program for November at some point this afternoon. Just in case you are interested, I can tell you what its October program was like for these cars...but keep in mind it is no longer valid.

    BMW Financial Services' October buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2008 335i with 12,000 miles per year were .00085 and 58%, respectively for returning BMW FS customers or new ones who opt to pay a security deposit.

    The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a 650i Convertible were .00075 and 59%.

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  • swongswong Member Posts: 6
    Can u help? I dont' have the money factor or residual info, but can u tell me if this is a good deal? I just received this quote online:

    2008 BMW 328i metallic paint
    power seats
    BMW assist
    i-pod
    MSRP 37,545
    Invoice 35,180
    Selling price 33,999
    Drive off $830
    36 months 15k miles
    442 + tax = 478 per month.
  • gator5000egator5000e Member Posts: 90
    Car_Man,

    Did BMW announce the November lease program for November yet? If so, could you run it by us or point us to a place where we can check it out? Thanks...This site is great!!
  • eights38eights38 Member Posts: 145
    gator5000e,

    Information is Based on Top Tier Credit and 15k Miles per Year (Add 2% for 12k Miles per Year or 3% for 10k Miles per Year).

    2008 BMW 335 Convertible
    36 Months - 0.00175 Money Factor - 54% Residual
    39 Months - 0.00175 Money Factor - 51% Residual
    42 Months - 0.00175 Money Factor - 48% Residual

    2008 BMW 650 Convertible
    30 Months - 0.00075 Money Factor - 63% Residual
    36 Months - 0.00075 Money Factor - 57% Residual
    39 Months - 0.00075 Money Factor - 54% Residual
    42 Months - 0.00075 Money Factor - 51% Residual

    Best,
    Matt
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  • chuckjrchuckjr Member Posts: 95
    What is the current lease figures for both the 08 and 09 328
    I am looking at a 328i sedan w premium package - most likely 12k/year. not sure whether 2 or 3 year.

    In the previous post Matt mentioned adding 2 and 3% for 12k and 10K leases.
    Is this a standard figure or just BMWs?

    thanks

    chuck
  • goldenmeekogoldenmeeko Member Posts: 7
    hey guyz im close to getting a 2008 alpine white 335i with auto,prem, navi, ipod, sport, etc. and im going in the dealer on tomarrow and i need your help! im planning to lease for the first time because i realized that i get bored of cars and i have never kept a car for more then 2-3 years so i wanna lease. what should i look out for and how much you think i should pay? i was thinking 1.5-2k down and about low-mid 500s do you think thats possible? or can it be lower?
  • trinityklmtrinityklm Member Posts: 3
    I'm looking for someone who knows the November buy rate and residual for a 328i xDrive sport wagon. (3 yr. lease with 15,000 miles/year)

    I think I'm being quoted high at .00236 with the buy rate.

    Any ammunition would be appreciated!
  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi swong. Over $1,000 under dealer invoice is an excellent selling price for a leased 2008 BMW 328i. Just make sure that the dealer uses BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor of .00075 to calculate your monthly payment (BMW dealers are notorious for marking money factors up) and you're in business.

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  • nc_driver1nc_driver1 Member Posts: 56
    Hi,
    I am looking into leasing a 328i model, 2008 or 2009 .

    Although the current offer on a 2008 328i w premium package seems attractive-$369/mo w $3269 cash due at signing, 30K miles for the life of the lease, I wish I have some additional information to reference to.

    Therefore, I would very much appreciate any insight about this current offer, the November rates and whether December lease rates are historically better.

    Thanks so much in advance .
  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi chuck. BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24 month lease of a 2008 328i Sedan with 12,000 miles per year are .00075 and 63%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease are .00075 and 58%.

    BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24 month lease of a 2009 328i Sedan with 12,000 miles per year are .00150 and 70%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease are .00150 and 62%.

    If you were to lease with only 10,000 miles per year, these cars' residual values would be 1% higher. BMW FS' residual value adders are 2% for 12k leases and 3% for 10k leases.

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  • scottyt24scottyt24 Member Posts: 24
    Hello-

    Local dealer has a 328xi that was a demo with about 10,000 miles. While I have not been to see the vehicle, was just curious if anyone knew how lease deals worked with pre-owned cars. I would assume that there is still residual and money factors involved? Any idea on typically how these work?

    Thanks
  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Welcome goldenmeeko. You really need to understand how leasing works before negotiating with any dealers. If you don't there is a good chance that you are going to be taken advantage of. The following informative articles that are available here at Edmunds.com will give you an idea of how leasing works: 10 Steps to Leasing a New Car and Calculate Your Own Lease Payment.

    In short, the best way to get a good deal on a leased vehicle is to negotiate as low a selling price as possible on the car that you are interested in and then have the dealer calculate your monthly payment using its buy rate lease money factor.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Here you go, trinityklm. BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2008 328xi Wagon with 15,000 miles per year are .00190 and 54%, respectively. It appears as though the dealer that you are working with is marking up your money factor.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi nc_driver1. As a rule of thumb, savvy consumers who comparison shop in an area that has a decent level off competition are almost always able to beat manufacturers' official advertised lease payments. If I was in the market for a 328i right now, I personally would shoot for a selling price of $500 over dealer invoice and the use of BMW FS's buy rate (.00075) and see what happens.

    Make sure to stop by the discussion "BMW 3-Series Prices Paid and Buying Experience" for additional feedback on what sort of selling price you should pay on this car right now.

    Good luck and let us know if you have any other questions.

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  • nc_driver1nc_driver1 Member Posts: 56
    Thanx CarMan.

    To recap Nov rates: money factor for a 2008 328i is .00075, residual 58% for 36 mo lease w 12k miles/year.

    Do you expect the December rates to be better than current ones?

    Thank you again.
  • webbawebba Member Posts: 30
    Car_Man,

    Do you by any chance have the MF and Residual for a 2009 328i for a 36 month lease with 12K miles/year.

    Thank you!
  • swongswong Member Posts: 6
    Thanks. So the money factor is still 0.00075 even with 15miles/year? And if they mark it up, how do I argue that I know it is only 0.00075? Is this public info?

    Thanks
  • earth777earth777 Member Posts: 18
    Thanks Matt and Carman. do you guys have the Nov. rates for 2009 models? Also, any thoughts if BMW will sweeten the deal in December given their most recent earnings announcement?
  • carnaughtcarnaught Member Posts: 3,582
    Thanks for your recent input. Please check you Carspace email for a message.
  • ahdannaahdanna Member Posts: 52
    Hi Car_man,

    Could you give me Nov MF's and Residuals for:
    - 2009 328xi coupe
    - 2009 Audi A4 Avant Premium Plus 2.0 Quattro
    - 2009 Infiniti G37 Coupe AWD

    All with Auto transmission and all with 3 years/36K, unless there's something that looks better (39, 42, etc.)

    Thanks so much,
    AD
  • viperz4viperz4 Member Posts: 21
    Hi, can someone please tell me the current lease money factor and residual for 2009 328Xi with manual transmission, base package for 36Month/36000 miles and also for 24/months 24000 miles?

    Thanks,
    Aamir.
  • nc_driver1nc_driver1 Member Posts: 56
    Hi,
    How much should I expect to pay in fees (acquisition, disposition, dealer etc)?
    I simply can't get a straight answer from any dealer in the area.

    Thanks a lot.
  • nc_driver1nc_driver1 Member Posts: 56
    Hi CarMan,
    I am reposting my previous inquiries as I need them in negotiating a deal.

    First, kindly let me know how much should I expect to pay in lease fees (acquisition, disposition, dealer etc) and which one of them is a legitimate charge? I simply can't get a straight answer from any dealer in the area.

    Secondly, do you believe that the Dec rates are better than the ones offered now (.00075 buy rate and 58% for 12k/36mo) for leasing a 2008, 328i w Premium Pack. and Auto. Trans?

    Thanks a million for your advice.
  • swongswong Member Posts: 6
    Car Man,

    I have an offer for 2008 328i with premium package.
    36 month lease
    15000 miles/year
    Total Drive off $2000
    $388 month plus tax
    MSRP $36,775
    Invoice $34,892
    Cap Cost $33,300
    Cap Reduction $1,179
    Money Factor.00090
    Residual $20,594
    The salesman said that the money factor would be 0.00075 if I put a securiy deposit, otherwise it would be 0.0009. Also, he said he cannot waive the disposition fee of $350.

    What do you think? Deal or no deal?

    Thanks again
  • nc_driver1nc_driver1 Member Posts: 56
    Hi,
    How much they r charging in fees? doc, acquisition, sec deposit etc...
    Does it have a Premium Pack?
    Thanks
  • goldenmeekogoldenmeeko Member Posts: 7
    i got an offer for a 09 335 coupe with auto,navi,prem,sport,heated seats

    for 1200 above invoice

    he told me 1125 down 687/month after taxes good deal? or should i wait it out and get it cheaper.

    also i finally found a 08 model with same options what should i aim for
  • swongswong Member Posts: 6
    The car does not have a premium package...this was just clarified. I do not have the specific break down for the doc fees, etc. Can you tell me if this is a good deal?
  • webbawebba Member Posts: 30
    Is this a good offer?
    I was offered the following for a 09' 328i (with sport, navigation, BMW assist and auto trans):
    Selling Price- $500 over invoice
    MF- 0.0015
    Residual- 62% (36 month lease with 12K miles/year)
    6% Maryland tax- $2,272.00; tag & process fee- $370.00; Acquisition- $925.00
    Monthly payment- $552.00 (with only first month due at signing)

    Your help is appreciated!
  • goldenmeekogoldenmeeko Member Posts: 7
    09 alpine white 335i coupe with auto, navi, sport, prem, heated seats, HD, i pod
    for 48,605 (1000 above invoice)
    MF-.00090
    residual-60%
    8.25%tax in socal
    12k/year
    drive off is 1500
    monthly payment is 750 including tax

    is this a good deal or no?
  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Yep, those numbers are correct nc_driver1. BMW's November lease program is scheduled to run through the end of the year (December 31st). While it is possible that it would make an unscheduled enhancement to its program in December, don't count on it.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Here's the information that you're looking for,webba. BMW Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 328i with 12,000 miles per year are .00150 and 62%, respectively.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Yes, swong, the mileage allowance has no impact upon vehicles' money factors. If you mark the money factor up, tell them that you know that you are doing so. If they deny it, they're lying. You can always threaten to take your business to a dealer that's more truthful with you.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    No problem, earth777. BMW Financial Services' new November buy rate lease money factor and residual value for the 2009 BMW 335i Convertible is .00200. The money factor for the 2008 BMW 650 Convertible is .00175.

    This lease program is scheduled to run through the end of the year. It is possible that BMW would make an unscheduled enhancement to it in December, but it is difficult to say whether it will.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    You;re very welcome, carnaught.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Here you go, AD. BMW Financial Services; November buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 328xi Coupe with 12,000 miles per year are .00175 and 61%, respectively.

    The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of an Audi A4 Avant Premium Plus through Audi Financial Services are .00202 and 54%.

    The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of an Infiniti G37 Coupe AWD through Infiniti Financial Services are .00279 and 60%.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Here's the info that you're looking for, viperz4. BMW Financial Services; current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24 month lease of a 2009 328xi Sedan with 12,000 miles per year are .00150 and 67%. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease are .00150 and 62%.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hey nc_driver1. BMW Financial Services recently raised its acquisition fee to $725. If you are not a returning BMW FS lessee, you will have to pay a security deposit that's equivalent to your car's monthly payment rounded up to the nearest $50 increment at lease signing. BMW FS will waive its security deposit requirement in exchange for a .00015 money factor increase. I believe that it charges a $350 termination fee. Doc fee / dealer fees vary from dealer to dealer and they aren't anything more than additional dealer profit.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi swong. This looks like a great deal to me. The selling price that you are being given is very attractive and the dealer was very straightforward with you about this car's money factor. If you like it, I personally don't see any reason not to pull the trigger.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi goldenmeeko. $1,200 over invoice isn't bad, but there's still some room there. Have you tied comparison shopping a little bit with a few other dealers? It wouldn't hurt. Also, try stopping by the "BMW 3-Series Prices Paid and Buying Experience" discussion to see how much other community members have paid for similar cars recently.

    Once you have arrived at a selling price that you are comfortable with, have the dealer calculate your monthly payment using BMW FS' buy rate lease money factor of .00200 (for returning lessees or new ones who pay a security deposit) and you're all set.

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  • nc_driver1nc_driver1 Member Posts: 56
    Car Man,
    Thanks for everything.
  • skywalker7skywalker7 Member Posts: 1
    Hello Car Man,

    Great forum--very helpful.

    Do you know the current lease terms for a 2009 335i coupe for a new buyer? 12K/36 months.

    --Residual %
    --Money Factor
    --Spread between MSRP and invoice?

    I'm getting quote money factors from 0.0017 to 0.00215. I figure various dealers are throwing around figures that are too low/high. I heard from one dealer, that some will lure customers in with a low money factor just to get the customer to sign for the lease and drive with the car; only to have 3 days later the lease rejected by the financing company and re-presented with a higher money factor that most buyers will then sign for to save the hassle of returning the car. That would be a total waste everyone's time!

    Thanks
    Peter
  • swongswong Member Posts: 6
    Ok so this is what happened:

    2008 328i
    36 month lease
    15000 miles/year
    $1182.54 down payment
    License Fee $291
    Tax on Down $97.56
    California Tire Fee $8.75
    First Month's Payment including tax $420.15
    (This equals Total Drive OFF $2000)
    M.F. 0.0009
    Cap Cost $33220
    Doc Fee $45
    DMV Electronic Titling Fee $28
    Acquisition Fee $725
    (This equals Gross Cap Cost of $34018)
    Monthly Payment is $388.13 plus tax (=$420.15)
    Residual $20594

    What do you think?
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