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      08-21-2012, 11:47 AM   #20
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Originally Posted by Patsc23 View Post
Finance rates @ 1.99%, crappy residual and mileage limitations, no brainer for me. Purchase all the way based on what I'm used to and expected hold period. Leasing has just never been for me.

Am I correct in thinking those that do ED have a higher residual right off the bat?
No, ED does not affect the residual. It does lower the cap cost though.

I am leasing because the M5 will be my business vehicle, and the tax advantage of leasing over a purchase is significant.
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