Any information on Leasing a 135i?

Glassjaw · 12-13-2007, 09:33 AM

Hey I was wondering if anyone knows how much the leasing will start at for a 135i? A friend of mine went to a BMW dealer and one of the reps told him that the 128i is going to start at $299 a month. Anyone have any ideas or know for sure? Thanks!!

atr_hugo · 12-13-2007, 09:38 AM

Wow - $299 is pretty reasonable, we'll see if it's accurate - there are some dealership folks hanging around here, maybe they can chime in.

Oh and welcome to the gang!!

IrvRobinson2 · 12-13-2007, 10:12 AM

we really can't tell how much the payment will be. Think about all the factors that you need to take in consideration: MF, residual, the state you live in, final purchase price.

But, honestly, a $300 seems doable.

Sherifftruman · 12-13-2007, 02:12 PM

$299 for the 128? With how much cap cost reduction? That should make the 135 well under $400 then. I might consider leasing if it is that much cheaper than std finance.

NJKSC27 · 12-13-2007, 03:04 PM

oh no!

here we go

alter ego · 12-13-2007, 05:32 PM

Anybody who is familiar with BMW knows they don't launch at heavily subsidised rates and they know if there is a demand for one model they ask a premium for it. Try leasing a 335 coupe vs a 328 coupe right now..... The 335 has a higher rate and lower residual which makes its already higher price point that much more noticable when you try to lease one. The 1 series will definitely fall into the "specialty" catagory because for most families its not going to be practical due to size and 2 door configuration. BMW is clearly aiming the 135 at enthusiasts and we're going to pay a little more.... The 128 will be built in higher numbers and probably subsidised in the lease end a bit more just like the 328s are now. The "deals" will definitely fall on the 128 but $299..... Probably with the normal $2500 down plus fees on a car with sport or steptronic and not much else. These are still BMWs we're talking about. I priced the 135 the way I want it.... That jumped to $40270 pretty quick!!! (met paint,sport,usb, heated seats, bluetooth, coral red leather) Equipped this way I figure a 36 month lease without $$ down, just inceptions will fall into the low $500s which is just about what my 04 330ci ZHP was when rates were a bit lower a few years ago.

Glassjaw · 12-13-2007, 07:07 PM

I hope its around $400 a month. I wanna just get the leather, auto transmission, and paddle shifters.....I'm in love with this car so much :roundel:
I'm trying to sell my 2003 Acura RSX that has an extended warranty to 95,000 miles.... and THANKS FOR INVITING ME TO THE GANG ATR HUGO!!

Sherifftruman · 12-14-2007, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by alter ego

Anybody who is familiar with BMW knows they don't launch at heavily subsidised rates and they know if there is a demand for one model they ask a premium for it. Try leasing a 335 coupe vs a 328 coupe right now..... The 335 has a higher rate and lower residual which makes its already higher price point that much more noticable when you try to lease one. The 1 series will definitely fall into the "specialty" catagory because for most families its not going to be practical due to size and 2 door configuration. BMW is clearly aiming the 135 at enthusiasts and we're going to pay a little more.... The 128 will be built in higher numbers and probably subsidised in the lease end a bit more just like the 328s are now. The "deals" will definitely fall on the 128 but $299..... Probably with the normal $2500 down plus fees on a car with sport or steptronic and not much else. These are still BMWs we're talking about. I priced the 135 the way I want it.... That jumped to $40270 pretty quick!!! (met paint,sport,usb, heated seats, bluetooth, coral red leather) Equipped this way I figure a 36 month lease without $$ down, just inceptions will fall into the low $500s which is just about what my 04 330ci ZHP was when rates were a bit lower a few years ago.

You are probably closer to reality. If the leasing ends up being in the $500's I will just put something down and buy the darn thing.

NJKSC27 · 12-14-2007, 08:15 AM

i have experienced 335 coupe lease payments close to 700, so i assume around 500-550 for the 135i....i hope

TunedM2C · 12-14-2007, 09:48 AM

Guys, I don't see how it can get any easier. Go to bmwusa.com and price out a 335i coupe to the specs of your 135i. Then go to estimate a payment. This should give you a great idea of where you'll be at in terms of a monthly payment. It's not exact, but at least you'll be in the ballpark.

NJKSC27 · 12-14-2007, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Tuned1

Guys, I don't see how it can get any easier. Go to bmwusa.com and price out a 335i coupe to the specs of your 135i. Then go to estimate a payment. This should give you a great idea of where you'll be at in terms of a monthly payment. It's not exact, but at least you'll be in the ballpark.

could be way off

and anyone who actually pays those "estimates" at dealerships has a screw lose!

Fast Kiwi · 12-14-2007, 12:14 PM

nice to see all the "GUESSTAMATIONS" going on in here. lol..

NJKSC27 · 12-14-2007, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Fast kiwi

nice to see all the "GUESSTAMATIONS" going on in here. lol..

you sell BMW's right? how much are 335's going for with NO discount?

Glassjaw · 12-14-2007, 02:25 PM

I just think it would be soo ridiculous to pay 500 a month for this car. My friend just got a 2008 528xi with premium package, cold weather, and auto transmission. He's leasing it for 3 years and paying 600 a month with 5,000 down. RIPPED OFF MUCH!?

alter ego · 12-14-2007, 09:00 PM

As far as a 2008 528xi, thats a $51000 car.... what do you think it should be with $5000 down? Was it $5000 plus fees or $5000 total? There are a lot of factors involved in there like miles per year, if he is currently a BMW customer or not.... Keep in mind the 135 will be closer to $40000 for most of us than $30000 so if you use the rule of a lease being about $100-175 less than a typical finance over 60 months than that means a $40000 car is usually about $800 ($20/$1000 financed) monthly so if you pay your taxes upfront that makes a lease for 36 months closer to $625-650 but I think BMW will try to market it in the $500's. Which means a strong residual. The 128 will probably fall into the $400's on a lease if they work it this way..... That isn't being ripped off, thats math applied to finance.

12-13-2007, 09:33 AM	#1
Glassjaw 135i addict 1 Rep 49 Posts Drives: Join Date: Dec 2007 iTrader: (0)	Any information on Leasing a 135i? Hey I was wondering if anyone knows how much the leasing will start at for a 135i? A friend of mine went to a BMW dealer and one of the reps told him that the 128i is going to start at $299 a month. Anyone have any ideas or know for sure? Thanks!!
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12-13-2007, 09:38 AM	#2
atr_hugo No longer moderate 325 Rep 4,401 Posts Drives: '13 135i Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: - iTrader: (0)	Wow - $299 is pretty reasonable, we'll see if it's accurate - there are some dealership folks hanging around here, maybe they can chime in. Oh and welcome to the gang!!
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12-13-2007, 10:12 AM	#3
IrvRobinson2 Banned 33 Rep 390 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2007 iTrader: (0)	we really can't tell how much the payment will be. Think about all the factors that you need to take in consideration: MF, residual, the state you live in, final purchase price. But, honestly, a $300 seems doable.
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12-13-2007, 02:12 PM	#4
Sherifftruman Second Lieutenant 3 Rep 295 Posts Drives: Join Date: Aug 2007 iTrader: (0)	$299 for the 128? With how much cap cost reduction? That should make the 135 well under $400 then. I might consider leasing if it is that much cheaper than std finance.
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NJKSC27 automobile aficionado 111 Rep 1,021 Posts Drives: Join Date: Sep 2007 iTrader: (0)	oh no! here we go
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12-13-2007, 05:32 PM	#6
alter ego New Member 0 Rep 17 Posts Drives: Join Date: Dec 2007 iTrader: (0)	Anybody who is familiar with BMW knows they don't launch at heavily subsidised rates and they know if there is a demand for one model they ask a premium for it. Try leasing a 335 coupe vs a 328 coupe right now..... The 335 has a higher rate and lower residual which makes its already higher price point that much more noticable when you try to lease one. The 1 series will definitely fall into the "specialty" catagory because for most families its not going to be practical due to size and 2 door configuration. BMW is clearly aiming the 135 at enthusiasts and we're going to pay a little more.... The 128 will be built in higher numbers and probably subsidised in the lease end a bit more just like the 328s are now. The "deals" will definitely fall on the 128 but $299..... Probably with the normal $2500 down plus fees on a car with sport or steptronic and not much else. These are still BMWs we're talking about. I priced the 135 the way I want it.... That jumped to $40270 pretty quick!!! (met paint,sport,usb, heated seats, bluetooth, coral red leather) Equipped this way I figure a 36 month lease without $$ down, just inceptions will fall into the low $500s which is just about what my 04 330ci ZHP was when rates were a bit lower a few years ago.
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12-13-2007, 07:07 PM	#7
Glassjaw 135i addict 1 Rep 49 Posts Drives: Join Date: Dec 2007 iTrader: (0)	I hope its around $400 a month. I wanna just get the leather, auto transmission, and paddle shifters.....I'm in love with this car so much :roundel: I'm trying to sell my 2003 Acura RSX that has an extended warranty to 95,000 miles.... and THANKS FOR INVITING ME TO THE GANG ATR HUGO!!
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12-14-2007, 08:15 AM	#9
NJKSC27 automobile aficionado 111 Rep 1,021 Posts Drives: Join Date: Sep 2007 iTrader: (0)	i have experienced 335 coupe lease payments close to 700, so i assume around 500-550 for the 135i....i hope
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TunedM2C Brigadier General 828 Rep 4,190 Posts Drives: 2016 LBB M2 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Earth iTrader: (2)	Guys, I don't see how it can get any easier. Go to bmwusa.com and price out a 335i coupe to the specs of your 135i. Then go to estimate a payment. This should give you a great idea of where you'll be at in terms of a monthly payment. It's not exact, but at least you'll be in the ballpark.
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Fast Kiwi First Lieutenant 7 Rep 342 Posts Drives: Si Z4R & Si X3 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Milwaukee iTrader: (0)	nice to see all the "GUESSTAMATIONS" going on in here. lol..
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12-14-2007, 02:25 PM	#14
Glassjaw 135i addict 1 Rep 49 Posts Drives: Join Date: Dec 2007 iTrader: (0)	I just think it would be soo ridiculous to pay 500 a month for this car. My friend just got a 2008 528xi with premium package, cold weather, and auto transmission. He's leasing it for 3 years and paying 600 a month with 5,000 down. RIPPED OFF MUCH!?
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alter ego New Member 0 Rep 17 Posts Drives: Join Date: Dec 2007 iTrader: (0)	As far as a 2008 528xi, thats a $51000 car.... what do you think it should be with $5000 down? Was it $5000 plus fees or $5000 total? There are a lot of factors involved in there like miles per year, if he is currently a BMW customer or not.... Keep in mind the 135 will be closer to $40000 for most of us than $30000 so if you use the rule of a lease being about $100-175 less than a typical finance over 60 months than that means a $40000 car is usually about $800 ($20/$1000 financed) monthly so if you pay your taxes upfront that makes a lease for 36 months closer to $625-650 but I think BMW will try to market it in the $500's. Which means a strong residual. The 128 will probably fall into the $400's on a lease if they work it this way..... That isn't being ripped off, thats math applied to finance.
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