2010 Mercedes Benz ML Lease Rates – August 2009

logo_benzUPDATE: PURCHASE CASH for MLs is $3000. My Take: B and I were discussion how MB comes up with their lease rates yesterday. The conclusion? We have no idea. Just look how the ML350 24-month money factor, how arbitrary is that? Since when did MB start making 24-lease rates looks semi-attractive? I’ve always pegged them as more of a 36,39,48 month lease type of car. Anyway, the residual values still stink on the 24-month terms anyway, so it’s not like it really matters. Overall, 2010 MLs are not recommended unless you plan to buy them. MBFS 3.9% financing is available for up to 66 months and 2.9% financing for 66 months on the 2009 model.

Check out the new LIST for the recommended leases of the month.

2010 Mercedes ML-Class

2010 Mercedes ML350 BlueTec
24-month | 15k miles | residual 59% | .00430 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 52% | .00395 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 43% | .00395 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 37% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes ML350
24-month | 15k miles | residual 53% | .00059 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 50% | .00237 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 39% | .00237 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 34% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes ML350 4matic
24-month | 15k miles | residual 53% | .00082 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 50% | .00209 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 39% | .00209 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 34% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes ML550 4WD
24-month | 15k miles | residual 49% | .00430 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 43% | .00395 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 36% | .00395 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 32% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes ML63 AMG 4WD
24-month | 15k miles | residual 53% | .00430 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 46% | .00395 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 39% | .00395 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 34% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes Benz GL, GLK Lease Rates – August 2009

logo_benzMy Take: Bummer, almost a year later and the GLK is still a bad lease. I’m giving them until 2011 to improve things, that’s when my G37 lease is up. LOL. In other news, GL450 seems to be pretty decent if you ask me. Residual still fairly high and the money factor is pretty decent, a fairly low 3.24% APR. They are also running a special right now on the 2010 GL450 where the dealer contribution is about $2,325. I’m not seeing any rates on the 2009 models, but there is $10,000 in cash you can use on leases or purchases right now. Looks like MB’s attempt to clearance some of the outgoing models. Worth a looking into if you ask me.

Check out the new LIST for the recommended leases of the month.

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2010 Mercedes GL-Class

2010 Mercedes GL350 BlueTec
24-month | 15k miles | residual 59% | .00430 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 50% | .00395 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 43% | .00395 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 37% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes GL450
24-month | 15k miles | residual 55% | .00180 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 53% | .00135 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 40% | .00135 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 35% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes GL550
24-month | 15k miles | residual 51% | .00430 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 46% | .00395 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 37% | .00395 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 32% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes GLK-Class

2010 Mercedes GLK350
24-month | 15k miles | residual 55% | .00276 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 51% | .00290 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 40% | .00290 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 34% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes GLK350 4matic
24-month | 15k miles | residual 55% | .00240 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 51% | .00247 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 40% | .00247 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 34% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes Benz E-Class Lease Rates – August 2009

logo_benzMy Take: Waiting for the E-Class numbers to drop? Keep on waiting. They look practically the same as last month, with the exception of the 24-month terms MF going up a bit. But who cares really, MBs aren’t meant to be leased on short terms anyway. Since its a month older, you might have better luck lowering the sale price. What I would suggest doing right now is to do your initial inquires for the next couple weeks, then wait until the last few days of the month to really push on your negotiations. Best of luck to you, this is a fine car so it’s worth all the effort.

Check out the new LIST for the recommended leases of the month.

2010 Mercedes Benz E-Class

2010 Mercedes E350 Coupe
24-month | 15k miles | residual 62% | .00382 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 57% | .00347 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 48% | .00347 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 40% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes E350 Luxury Sedan
24-month | 15k miles | residual 61% | .00315 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 56% | .00270 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 45% | .00270 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 37% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes E350 Sport Sedan
24-month | 15k miles | residual 61% | .00315 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 56% | .00270 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 45% | .00270 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 37% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes E550 Coupe
24-month | 15k miles | residual 60% | .00382 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 55% | .00347 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 46% | .00347 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 38% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes E550 Luxury Sedan
24-month | 15k miles | residual 58% | .00315 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 53% | .00270 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 42% | .00270 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 34% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes E550 Sport Sedan
24-month | 15k miles | residual 58% | .00315 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 53% | .00270 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 42% | .00270 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 34% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes Benz C-Class Lease Rates – August 2009

logo_benzMy Take: Looks like the 2010 C-Class has arrived for those who have been eagerly awaiting it’s arrival. Numbers look okay I guess. Nothing to sing about in all honesty. You can probably expect some discounting, but nothing like that past few months. In all honesty, I was expect much worse since they just arrived. I would probably wait a little bit to see if the MF drops a bit more. I personally like them in the lower .00100s instead of the high .00100s. However, if you REALLY must have a C-Class, it probably won’t kill you to get it this month, you will probably have to negotiate a bit harder, that’s all.

Check out the new LIST for the recommended leases of the month.

2010 Mercedes Benz C-Class

2010 Mercedes C300 Luxury
24-month | 15k miles | residual 60% | .00208 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 55% | .00208 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 45% | .00208 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 39% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes C300 Luxury 4matic
24-month | 15k miles | residual 60% | .00198 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 55% | .00198 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 45% | .00198 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 40% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes C300 Sport
24-month | 15k miles | residual 60% | .00208 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 55% | .00208 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 45% | .00208 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 39% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes C300 Sport 4matic
24-month | 15k miles | residual 60% | .00198 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 55% | .00198 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 45% | .00198 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 40% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes C350 Sport
24-month | 15k miles | residual 58% | .00208 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 54% | .00208 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 45% | .00208 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 40% | .00395 base money factor

2010 Mercedes C63 AMG
24-month | 15k miles | residual 57% | .00430 base money factor
36-month | 15k miles | residual 51% | .00395 base money factor
48-month | 15k miles | residual 44% | .00395 base money factor
60-month | 15k miles | residual 39% | .00395 base money factor

Mercedes Benz Exclusive European Delivery Package

logo_benzThe Exclusive Package includes a variety of benefits at no additional cost to the customer and is perfect for people who wish to plan their own vacation through Europe, using the Mercedes-Benz Delivery Center in Sindelfingen as the starting post of their journey.

  • One night accommodation – single or double occupancy – at the customer’s choice of twelve (12) selected 5-star hotels. Buffet breakfast is included.
  • Fifteen (15) days of zero-deductible comprehensive insurance. Note: If the customer requires insurance for a period longer than 15 days, coverage can only be purchased in monthly increments. For example, for 45 days of insurance coverage, you would order two month’s coverage, which is the actual coverage period provided, not one month plus 15 days. The monthly premium has been adjusted for the 15 days premium subvention provided by MBUSA.
  • Two taxi vouches for travel from Stuttgard Aurport or Central Railroad Station to the hotel in Stuttgard or the Sindelfingen Delivery Center.
  • Breakfast or lunch at the Sindelfingen Delivery Center restaurant.
  • Singelfindgen Factory Tour.
  • Full tank of fuel.
  • Inland transportation of the customer’s vehicle from any of the established drop-off points.
  • Ocean shipping and marine insurance.
  • European and U.S. Wharf charges.
  • VPC processing and delivery to the selected U.S. Dealer
  • No destination charge for European Delivery Vehicles

Models available with 7% Savings off the total vehicle price

  • C300W
  • C300W4
  • C350W
  • GLK350W
  • GLK350W4
  • E350W
  • E350W4
  • E350C
  • E550W
  • E550W4
  • E550C
  • E320 Bluetec
  • CLS550C
  • SLK300
  • SLK350
  • SLK55
  • SL550
  • SL600
  • SL63
  • S550V
  • S550V4

Available at MSRP. Limited to 8 vehicles per month per region. Requires Market Manager Approval.

  • C63
  • S600V
  • SL65
  • E63
  • CLS63
  • CLK63

Available at MSRP. Dealer must provide unit from their inventory.

  • S63
  • S65
  • CL600C
  • CL550C
  • CL63
  • CL65

Not Available for European Delivery.

  • M-Class
  • R-Class
  • G-Class
  • GL-Class

Price.

Customer can now enjoy a 7% customer savings off the MSRP on selected models. Destination charge does not apply and should not be calculated into the vehicle price.

All MSRP’s exclude taxes, title/documentation fees, registration, tags, MB dealer prep, labor and installation charges, insurance, certificate of compliance and non-compliance fees, and finance charges.

Black Forest Alps Rally. Superior-rated optional package. Often referred to as “Germany’s Best Kept Secret”.

European Navigation.

The Delivery Center will provide a portable navigation system at no additional cost to European Delivery orders equipped with navigation. The unit must be returned at time of drop off. The customer will be required to provide a credit card in the event the portable navigation unit is lost, stolen, damaged, or otherwise not returned. A letter with details on navigation and portable unit offer will be included in customer’s portfolio.

Winter Travel.

While traveling in Europe during the months of November through April, it is the responsibility of the car owner/driver of a European Delivery vehicle to adhere to local traffic regulations, which require that a vehicle must be operated on winter tires in winter – like conditions and is required to take appropriate measures for travel in prevailing weather conditions.

As stated in the vehicle’s Operator’s Manual, always use winter tires at temperatures below 45 degrees F (7 degrees C) and whenever wintry road conditionals prevail.

See Operator’s Manu for specific details concerning operation of your vehicle, including information concerning approved tires for winter driving conditions.

While traveling in Austria during winter months of November through April, you must operate your vehicle on winter tires. If you disregard this, you can be assessed with a fine of up to € 5.000.

*This information is taken straight from MB’s intranet. 😉