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Originally Posted by pfschim1
This is not a mileage question, but I am interested in anyones thoughts on whether I should buy the car at lease end or look at something else.
My X1 has 21k miles, lease is up in Feb and I have a $31k residual.
$31k is a bit high for an open market price on this car in pretty much the same condition.
I have seen BlueBook and CarFax numbers closer to $29k .. so its maybe $2k off.
On the plus side:
I like the cars power ... go E84 Six banger !
Handles very nice for this type of vehicle (tall sedan platform)
I'm familiar with it and how it has been treated and maintained
I'm just generally happy with the car and it would be easy just to buy it outright.
On the down side:
Rear passenger space is tight for adults (but I don't carry others too often)
Premium fuel costs (I know it will work ok on mid-grade)
MPG is not stellar, but its ok for the amount of driving I do
Electronics package is kind of dated .. although it works ok for me
So, thoughts on what I should do here ?
are there any suggestions on how to work with the dealer to get the best possible deal if I want to purchase it post lease ?
let me know
thanks
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Not apples/apples regarding market, but I just bought a 2015 X1 35i M Sport in Lemans Blue, with the Ultimate package, for $27,250 @ ~20K miles here in VA where I'm working. So, I agree that $31K is probably over priced.
Just some food for thought.