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Old 02-03-2025, 03:36 PM
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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 View Post
A few assumptions that I don't agree with. First, you are assuming that the initial value of the vehicle is $50K for leasing or buying. But, as a cash buyer who is willing to walk out the door, I expect to get a better price than someone who is leasing. Also, I never trade in a vehicle when buying. If you maintain a vehicle in tip top condition, you can sell it to a private buyer for more money than the trade-in value. Also, what do you do when the dealer wants to discount the residual value of a leased vehicle due to nitpicking defects and charge you for them?
And you are making assumptions I don’t agree with. Every deal is unique and there is no way to know in advance how things will go. You insist you can do better - great, go do better. Are my numbers incorrect or just not something you would agree to?
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