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  • jrmcltjrmclt Member Posts: 4
    I need some advice. I am currently leasing through Honda Finance. I want to sell my car to a private party and then payoff the finance company, thus getting out of my lease so I can lease a different car. Sounds easy, but here is my question.

    I don't have the money to payoff the lease, not until I am paid by the buyer. But the lease company will only allow me to payoff the lease and then will send me the title which I will sign over. But who will pay me for a car, and then not get to take the car as a week passes and we wait for the title.

    Any suggestions on how to make this work??
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    This should help: General Questions about Leasing Vehicles

    tidester, host
    SUVs and Smart Shopper
  • bviolettebviolette Member Posts: 1
    I was just at a mazda dealer today, trying to trade my 2006 Acura TSX for a 2008 Mazda3. They were basing my trade-in on KBB and not Edmunds. Kbb was $3000 lower than Edmunds. I'm just wondering if anyone knows what the difference between KBB and Edmunds.
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    In a nutshell, Kelley is the dealer asking price. Edmunds is the actual selling price. It sounds like the dealer is asking you to leave $3,000 on the table here. ;)

    What is the "Kelley Blue Book" Price?

    You may enjoy participating in the Edmunds, KBB, NADA pros and cons discussion too.
  • pelaspanpelaspan Member Posts: 2
    Where should I post this?

    Have put a used 3.8L engine from 1987 Buick Riviera in 1988 Cutlass Ciera (threw a rod on the 3.8L engine in the Ciera). Can't get Riviera engine to start. Turns over fine and will run with a squirt of gas in the air intake. Pressure on the injector header seems low, but fuel pump and filter replaced only 3 months ago. Is there a difference in the engines that would cause the computer (kept Ciera computer) to not recognize signals?
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    Try the "No Start" Problems discussion.

    The Engine Swaps discussion may help too.
  • zkaudiozkaudio Member Posts: 60
    What is the most car that can be bought this month at 1500 otd and 400/mo for a 15k/yr 24mo lease?

    Any ideas?
  • Mr_ShiftrightMr_Shiftright Member Posts: 64,481
    You can find this information here:

    Incentives and Rebates
  • penn2penn2 Member Posts: 128
    Car Man

    Have been having trouble getting response on Acura RL forum -- and timing is somewhat of the essence for negotiation purposes

    I realize you and your colleagues are much in demand but, if you (or anyone) could provide me with the following for leasing ( 12K mi/36 mos.)an 08 RL Tech package:

    > current MF(will this likely go down in Feb and/or Mar?
    > buy rate (does this stay constant?)
    > residual based on above info

    Thank you!!
  • oepsiewoepsieoepsiewoepsie Member Posts: 1
    My beetle have a 140 000 miles, but today the temp light flashed and then it went into red. I stopped the car and checked that the reservoir needed some coolant, unfortunate i did not have the G12 pink coolant for the beetle, Please advise me on what to do this is my daily transport i cannot afford it that anything major is going to happen to my car. thank you all. :
  • KCRamKCRam Member Posts: 3,516
    Stop by the Volkswagen Beetle Maintenance and Repair discussion, and you should get some sound advice.

    kcram - Pickups Host
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    Try doing a search (if you haven't already done so) in the Acura RL Lease Questions topic where you posted your question. Here's a thread that directly addresses your concerns: Car_man, "Acura RL Lease Questions" #192, 28 Sep 2007 2:02 am It's from a couple of months ago so it doesn't reflect the Federal Reserve's recent prime rate adjustments. Also, be aware that money factors vary from place to place and depend on other factors such as credit worthiness, terms of the lease and so on.

    tidester, host
    SUVs and Smart Shopper
  • mtn_trvlrmtn_trvlr Member Posts: 5
    I'm trying to find out who made a small 4wd pickup in the early 80's that was full time front wheel drive and you kicked the rear wheels in when going to 4wd. I almost want to say Datsun or Nissan but couldn't swear to either. anybody else remember anything like that?
    thanks
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    The I spotted an (insert obscure car name here) classic car today! discussion may be the best place to ask for help.
  • penn2penn2 Member Posts: 128
    Thanks so much Car_man - - your response is greatly appreciated

    And yes, did my due dilligience before I bothered you with questions but info was dated and/or not specific to trim line and terms I am seeking -- and while the post you directed to me was heplful, I am in desperate need for current information(whether recent Fed action has impacted or not)

    So, if I could please ask you one more favor based on 08 RL Tech Package, 36 mos., 12K Yr., Super Preferred Credit

    >buy rate and/or MF(southeast PA)
    >residual (based on 36 mos & 12k mi/yr
    >current incentives

    Thanks again Car_man!
  • penn2penn2 Member Posts: 128
    Apologies HOST - you are tidester!!! Not Car_man!!
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    This should help: New car incentives, auto rebates, dealer incentives at Edmunds

    Also, have a look at Rebates, Incentives, APRs - Questions & Comments

    For exact money factors and residuals you will have to call the bank or dealer.

    tidester, host
    SUVs and Smart Shopper
  • penn2penn2 Member Posts: 128
    thank you tidester

    So, just to be clear, you do not have residual # or lease buy rate for car in question? (detailed in previous post)

    One of the draws of your forum and specifically, your expertize is not to be dependent on banks or worse, dealers, who have their own agenda

    Isn't there someone on Forums that would know Acura RL buy rates and/or residuals?

    thanks for help either way -

    If no
  • mtn_trvlrmtn_trvlr Member Posts: 5
    thanks, steve
  • kdw72697kdw72697 Member Posts: 1
    Hello!

    I would like some advice on the merits of selling, trading or donating my really ugly used car (minor dents, etc). In which forum should I post my question?

    thanks!
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    I notice that there is some recent discussion of residuals, money factors and so on in Acura RL Prices Paid and Buying Experience. One discussion starts here: sarahbeth0404, "Acura RL Prices Paid and Buying Experience" #858, 3 Jan 2007 9:39 pm!keywords=allin%3Amsgtext%20limit%3A.ef3a217%20residual

    Our online calculators will provide you with estimates. Try it here: Acura RL Loan Calculator at edmunds.com

    You will need to provide basic information (model, style, zip code etc.). Again, these are estimates (good ones!) but the most accurate numbers will be from your dealer or bank.

    Good luck!

    tidester, host
    SUVs and Smart Shopper
  • penn2penn2 Member Posts: 128
    Thank you once more, tidester, for your help!
  • acepilot2acepilot2 Member Posts: 2
    Can any one tell me why the drivers heated seat does not heat up as much as the passenger seat? How can I fix the problem?
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    What car Ace? Try Browsing by Vehicle on the left and find an appropriate discussion to ask in. Could be a flaky wire, thermostat out of whack, bad heat sensor or maybe your model has heat on the seat and the back and one of the connections came loose on the driver's side.

    Ask in a discussion for your make/model and if it's a known problem, someone will tell you what the fix could be. Stay warm!
  • itonsitons Member Posts: 3
    My agreed upon nissan monthly lease payment has increased by $7 over my previous payments from last year. Am I missing something? Can they do this?

    Thanks
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    You should be paying what is specifically stated in your contract. I recommend posting your question in General Questions about Leasing Vehicles.

    tidester, host
    SUVs and Smart Shopper
  • itonsitons Member Posts: 3
    Thats what I thought too. I will post there also.

    Thank You
  • acepilot2acepilot2 Member Posts: 2
    2004 Honda Pilot EX
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    A couple of members have had the opposite problem!

    Honda Pilot Driver's Seat Catches Fire

    Try posting in the general Honda Pilot Maintenance and Repair discussion and check out the thread in there starting with post #2444.
  • citroendrivercitroendriver Member Posts: 1
    We had many vacations in the USA up to the early 90's, and always rented fairly large American built cars (nothing against Japanese or European, but why cross the Atlantic and then rent an import?). Now we are coming back with 2 teenage children for a 3+ week summer trip starting in San Francisco, through deserts and canyons, and flying back from Montana. Only National seems to do the one way rental we want, so that means GM cars.

    Here in the UK I drive an excellent SAAB 9-5 Wagon, cruise, climate, auto box, but also run a Citroen Synergie 7 seat van manual shift with climate (bit smaller than a Chrysler Voyager, you might know it as a Peugeuot 806). The children prefer the van - better view and it feels less enclosed.

    So it looks like the best choice for us is a minivan - Chevrolet Uplander looks OK apart from no cruise control listed, but what about a mid sized SUV like a Trailblazer, or even push the rental and fuel budget to a full size SUV like a Dodge Durango?

    3+ weeks/3000+ miles in an 'just OK' car is fine, but I want to avoid 3 weeks in a terrible one. These models are not generally available in the UK so any advice or real world experience would be welcome.
  • pedalmanpedalman Member Posts: 4
    Anyone had any experience cartopping a canoe on a Malibu Maxx, Dodge Caliber, or PT Cruiser?
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    In addition to looking at the specific make/model discussions, I think I'd ask in the GM Is on The Offensive. Will it work? discussion. Lots of GM fans participate and they will know a lot about the various GM models offered through the rental companies.
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    I've hauled a lot of canoes around on various rigs (link) but not on any of those vehicles. Try the specific make/model discussions using the Browse by Vehicle search on the right for details about roof rack options and how to tie the painters down.

    This thread may be of interest too:

    steine13, "Chronic Car Buyers Anonymous" #10811, 9 Oct 2007 6:24 pm
  • jacsdadjacsdad Member Posts: 2
    Hi....I just agreed to a 39mo lease on a GMC Acadia, including $525 as a security deposit. Today, I got a call from the finance manager asking if I wish to have the Lease Protection Plan. Now, I know they try to add on costs after you put down your deposit but before you sign and drive away (which is tomorrow). However, the mgr tells me that I would be responsible for every nick, scratch, etc upon lease end if I don't have the Plan. So, naturally, I'm sure they'd find enough "damage" to eat up my security deposit and then some. The Lease Prot Plan is $600 (and we'd cancel the Sec Deposit --- so a net jump of $75). And, it covers me for $200 of over-mileage charges (12,000/yr; $0.40 per after) and $5,000 of "damages".

    Is this a complete scam to ensure that they get the $600 and not have to dicker with returning a security deposit? I just don't know if it's true that a lease comes with no expected wear and tear --- that all scratches, dents, etc are out of pocket after 39 months. Any ideas where I could get an accurate, quick answer would be greatly appreciated. I thought I did my homework fairly well on the deal, but overlooked this aspect. It just sounds wrong that there is no allowance for normal wear ( isn't that part of the depreciation I'm paying for?)

    Thanks for all the help. The Acadia forum was a big help to me this last month!
    -Steve
  • KCRamKCRam Member Posts: 3,516
    head over to GMC Acadia: Lease Questions to get that solved :)

    kcram - Pickups Host
  • sarasmilessarasmiles Member Posts: 3
    At the end of a lease is the purchase price stated on the lease negotiable?

    Thanks-
  • KCRamKCRam Member Posts: 3,516
    The Purchasing at the End of Your Lease or Lease Termination Fees and other costs discussions should help you out.

    kcram - Pickups Host
  • dustymollydustymolly Member Posts: 1
    I have been trying to get into the new car area to price out a car. The screen goes dark blue and a window pops up that says it is accessing the information(not exact wording) but runs forever. It never goes further. What am I doing or where do I go to get help with this. Thanks,
    dustymolly
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    TMV is working for me - if you are still having trouble, please refresh or close your browser and try again. There may be something cached in your computer memory that's making your page load hang (or maybe you landed on an out of sync server at Edmunds and refreshing may get you back on track).

    If you continue to have problems, please use the Help link at the bottom of the Edmunds TMV page.
  • olivegreenolivegreen Member Posts: 6
    We just purchased a new XXXX 2008 SUV. Drove home, was reading over the Monroney sticker and then realized TWO items listed were NOT installed on our car.
    Am working with dealership (they are VERY upset as they found another new car with similar mistakes and took it off sales the lot).
    Dealership said they are in contact with manufacturer and will get back to us when they have more info.
    Question:
    What are our legal rights?
    What "compensation" if any should we accept? For example, should we give away our (unknown at this time) rights for a "free oil change" and/or a few shiny beads they might toss our way to make us happy.
    OR
    Does this go much deeper and we have a real bull by the horns, so to speak?
    Would appreciate any and all suggestions/thoughts. Maybe other websites that have answers?
    I have searched Google/Dogpile but with little success.
    Thanks
    Not too happy camper :confuse:
  • vic16vic16 Member Posts: 1
    My Audi lease is ending Feb 24th and I'm trying to decide whether I should:
    1) Turn in the Audi to the Audi dealer, then lease a new car. We have decided that the new car will be a Chevy Malibu or a Cadillac CTS.
    2) Buy the Audi, then sell it privately, then lease the new car.
    3) Have the Chevy/Cadillac dealer call Audi finance to get a dealer payoff amount so that I can "trade" my car to the Chevy/Cadillac dealer, then lease the new car.

    Here are my end of lease terms:
    A) For me to turn it in to Audi:
    Turn in fee: $350
    Damage charges: $760
    Excess mileage: $6,500
    Security deposit: $425 credit
    Total cost for me to turn in the Audi: $7,185
    B) For me to purchase the Audi:
    Purchase price: $18,000
    Tax: $1,080
    Security deposit: $425 credit
    Total cost for me to purchase the Audi: $18,655

    C) Kelley Blue Book private party value: $16,000; Dealer trade-in value: $12,500
  • KCRamKCRam Member Posts: 3,516
    We don't appear to have a current discussion about erroneous window stickers, perhaps that might be a good one to add to our Smart Shopper board (Tide? Kirstie?)

    Regarding your comment about compensation, keep in mind that if the error appears on the manufacturer sticker, it's beyond the control of your dealer as they of course did not build the car - that sticker is applied at the factory. if it's a supplemental sticker of dealer installed equipment, that is solely the dealer's responsibility. Compensation thus rests with which sticker is ion error.

    kcram - Pickups Host
  • KCRamKCRam Member Posts: 3,516
    Try the Purchasing at the End of Your Lease discussion for some ideas.

    kcram - Pickups Host
  • olivegreenolivegreen Member Posts: 6
    I agree you should add (and looking forward to) a discussion about erroneous window stickers as my minimal research on Google/Dogpile did find other people with the same question but no solutions!
    I will be monitoring this forum.
    Thanks
    Nikkis Mom
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    Smart Shopper has a page for such situations: Smart Shopper - Suggest a topic of discussion

    I'll start up a topic right after my class tonight!

    tidester, host
    SUVs and Smart Shopper
  • lvlumpylvlumpy Member Posts: 1
    I have an 1951 Chrysler radio that I would like to find out how much it is worth, if anything. The model number is 816. Thank You for your time. :confuse:
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    I have created a new discussion for you. Check it out here: What to do when the window sticker doesn't match the car?

    Please post your question there. I'll be interested in reading what everyone has to say about it!

    tidester, host
    SUVs and Smart Shopper
  • 0patience0patience Member Posts: 1,712
    Is there a help page for posting?
    Is html allowed in those posts?

    Wish there was an edit and preview for it. Would make it much easier for me.

    Also, while I'm at it...........

    Is there any way to remind folks that post the questions, that information, like the year, make, model and engine are pretty necessary information for those trying to help.

    Probably the wrong spot to post this, not sure. But I figured I would start here.
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    I think the help page is coming soon. An edit mode is on the todo list but I don't know the ETA.

    HTML isn't allowed in Answers, at least not yet. You can paste a URL in the message or in the source if you like. I think there's an issue with nefarious code if people get to use HTML, but maybe some filters will get added in the future to prevent that.

    I'm not sure how to get people to put their make/model info and other details in - it's easy to click on the category for make/model and there's some "for best results" language on the Ask Question page, but even if that reminder was in flashing dayglow pink with a klaxon sounding, lots of people will probably just continue to ignore it.

    If anyone wonders what the heck Answers is, check it out:

    Answers

    And thanks for all your great advice 0patience!
  • 0patience0patience Member Posts: 1,712
    I'm not sure how to get people to put their make/model info and other details in - it's easy to click on the category for make/model and there's some "for best results" language on the Ask Question page, but even if that reminder was in flashing dayglow pink with a klaxon sounding, lots of people will probably just continue to ignore it.

    Agreed.

    About the html. Some folks know how much I like to use bold and italics, so those are the things that I see as important. Even if they are UBB code, that would be cool.

    The edit thing is killing me. I end up having to make a correction reply, which I find counter productive.

    Anyway, that's my story and I'm sticking to it. ;)
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