2009/2010 Mercedes Benz ML, R, CLK, SL, SLK Lease Rates – September 2009

Published 2009/09/08 by G

logo_benz My Take: I’ve picked out some of the following models as “decent” leases for the month. As usual, the leases with high residual values (.00200+) should be avoided. Those above .00100 may need some MSDs to make them a bit more affordable. Residual values for all Mercedes Benz are typically fairly low, so don’t expect any crazy-cheap leases. Don’t forget to do a little shopping for comparable models from other brands to see if its worth the extra cash to be seen in a Benz.

Here are some of the notable models you should probably look into:

ML350, ML350 4matic, R350, CLK Convertibles, SL550 and non-AMG SLKs.

I might consider doing away with “THE LIST” since there haven’t been CAN’T-MISS deals lately. The 2009 E-Class, 2009 3-series, 2009 Acura TL and 2009 C350 were probably the best all-around deals this year. Other honorable mentions are the G37, Accord and Camry. As you can see, most of the better deals occured in the 1st half of the year (which I consider the best time to lease), so you probably won’t be seeing great deals on the 2010 until sometime next year.

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2010 Mercedes ML

2010 Mercedes R

2009 Mercedes CLK

2009 MODELS

2009 Mercedes SL

2009 Mercedes SLK

2010 Mercedes Benz GLK Lease Rates – September 2009

Published 2009/09/06 by G

logo_benz My Take: These numbers are almost identical to last month’s. The GL550 does get a little love from MBFS, but the rest pretty much the same. I’m really bummed about the GLK still; The car isn’t that new anymore and it’s not like it’s flying off the lots. I still don’t get it. If MB would cut the MF in half, I think you’ll probably see more GLKs bring moved. Look at what Audi is doing with the Q5, the money factor on those is insanely low. Anyway, besides the GL450/GL550, I would suggest passing on the rest. September isn’t the month for GLKs or GL diesels.

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2010 Mercedes GL

2010 Mercedes GLK

2010 Mercedes Benz C-Class Lease Rates – September 2009

Published 2009/09/042009/09/04 by G

logo_benz My Take: For those who waited on the 2010 C-Class last month, you just saved yourself some cash. The residual value on the C stayed the same (GOOD) and the money factor dropped 0.00035 points for practically all trims in the 36 and 48 month terms (except the C63, which is expected). The drop of the money factors saves you about $21 per month. The Lease Calculator rates a C300 Sport with Premium 2 package (sold at invoice) at 1.32 rating, which is just “Average”. This means, there’s room to go down, but it won’t kill you if you really want it. Remember, this is contingent on you getting at least invoice as the sale price and paying your usual $2000 (or so) inception fees.

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2010 Mercedes C-Class

2010 Mercedes Benz E Class – September 2009

Published 2009/09/042009/09/04 by G

logo_benz My Take: Some old thing, different month. The only noticeable change is the 60-month term, where the money factor drops from 0.00395 to 0.00385. My recommendation is to pass on this, but if you are really in need of the E-Class and simply can’t live without one right now, wait until the very end of the month and try to get as close to invoice as possible. Avoid sale events (such as Labor Day) since the busier a dealership is, the less likely they are to cut you a nice deal.

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2010 Mercedes E-Class

09 Mercedes Benz G, SL Lease Rates – August 2009

Published 2009/08/132009/09/04 by G

logo_benz My Take: The last two rates I got from MB are the G (don’t lease it please) and the SL (maybe just the SL550). The financing for the SL is much more attractive than the lease if you ask me (1.9% for up to 36 months and 2.9% for up to 66 months). Although, if you want to “lease-to-buy” the SL550, that might be such a bad idea since the interest rate is only about 1.4% on the 36 and 48 month leases. Something to think about if you are in the market for the SL.

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2009 Mercedes G-Class

2009 Mercedes SL-Class

2010 Mercedes Benz CL, CLS, R, S Lease Rates – August 2009

Published 2009/08/132009/09/04 by G

logo_benz My Take: The remaining 2010 MY Mercedes models are nothing to sing about this month. Low residual, high money factor pretty much puts them out of the auto leasing landscape. What is notable, however, is the presence of a Hybrid in the S-Class lineup. Looks like MB has decided to join Lexus in the luxury Hybrid market. I still wouldn’t lease them though.

UPDATE: CLS models are getting $3000 cash towards a purchase this month.

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2010 Mercedes CL-Class

2010 Mercedes R-Class

2010 Mercedes S-Class

09 Mercedes Benz SLK Lease Rates – August 2009

Published 2009/08/132009/09/04 by G

logo_benz UPDATE: I have just been informed by Aaron McCroskey that there is $5000 cash on the SLK toward a PURCHASE for those who are interested.

My Take: SLK300 has such a low money factor, they might as well lend you the money interest free. This is an excellent “lease-to-buy” candidate since the APR is a measly 0.144%. The lowest APR you can get on a purchase is 1.9%, so a good idea would be to lease the car for 48 months, then purchase the car in full at lease end or refinance the remainder. This method isn’t for everyone obviously because you could get stuck paying a high interest rate on the remainder of your payoff, so plan accordingly. The SLK350 is not a bad option either, but not as good as the SLK300.

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2009 Mercedes SLK-Class

09 Mercedes Benz CLK Lease Rates – August 2009

Published 2009/08/112009/09/04 by G

logo_benz My Take: This is the last 4-seat convertible you will see from MB for probably a year. The E-Class should be coming out with a convertible sometime next year or early 2011 as a replacement (and a wagon too). If you can’t wait until then, you may want to get in on what’s left of the CLK350 and CLK550 convertibles. They are still have a decent money factor and residual value, so they are worth looking into.

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2009 Mercedes CLK-Class

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2009/2010 Mercedes Benz ML, R, CLK, SL, SLK Lease Rates – September 2009

2010 Mercedes Benz GLK Lease Rates – September 2009

2010 Mercedes Benz C-Class Lease Rates – September 2009

2010 Mercedes Benz E Class – September 2009

09 Mercedes Benz G, SL Lease Rates – August 2009

2010 Mercedes Benz CL, CLS, R, S Lease Rates – August 2009

09 Mercedes Benz SLK Lease Rates – August 2009

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