I don't know if Mark Ferguson is still around, I got a returned email when I tried to send him a message, but we had talked some time ago about me participating in a Finance/Lease section here on the forum.

I would post information on Mini Coopers here like I do for other forums.

Please let me know if this is still of interest.

Mini Cooper Auto Lease Programs – Effective November 2008

These lease programs are provided courtesy of LeaseCompare.com by dealer partners and are NOT for redistribution.

Follow these 3 steps for the best lease deal!

1) Use the data listed below each vehicle model, and the Lease Formula at the bottom of this page, to calculate a manufacturer (captive) lease payment.

2) Compare special Bank Lease programs by clicking on the vehicle model name to see instant lease payments.

3) You’ve done your homework, now choose the best lease and start driving your car!

NOTE: Choosing a lease program, captive or bank, with the lowest money factor and a realistic residual value will provide you with the best overall leasing option.

FREE help on using this data or general leasing questions is available https://secure.acscorp.com/pla/pla.php]HERE.[/url]

2009 Mini Cooper Coupe
24 Month – Residual 78% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 69% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 57% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate

2009 Mini Cooper S Coupe
24 Month – Residual 78% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 69% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 58% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate

2009 Mini Cooper John Cooper Works Coupe
24 Month – Residual 74% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 65% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 55% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate

2008 Mini Cooper Coupe
24 Month – Residual 73% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 64% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 54% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate

2008 Mini Cooper Coupe S
24 Month – Residual 70% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 61% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 51% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate

2008 Mini Cooper Coupe Clubman
24 Month – Residual 71% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 63% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 53% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate

2008 Mini Cooper Coupe Clubman S
24 Month – Residual 69% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 61% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 51% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate

2008 Mini Cooper Convertible
24 Month – Residual 64% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 57% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 47% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate

2008 Mini Cooper Convertible S
24 Month – Residual 65% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 57% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 48% of MSRP – .00239 Base Rate

Residuals posted are for 15K miles/year. Add 2% to Residual for 12k mi/yr and 3% for 10k mi/yr on all terms

Lease Payment Calculation Formula:
(Cap Cost – Residual Value) / Term = Depreciation
(Cap Cost + Residual Value) X Base Rate = Interest
Depreciation + Interest = Base Monthly Payment

Terms Used in Lease Formula:
CAP COST = Vehicle Purchase Price (amount financed)
RESIDUAL VALUE = MSRP (window sticker) X Residual %
TERM = Length of Lease in Months (3 years = 36 months)
BASE RATE = Dealer’s Buy Rate (dealer can mark this up for profit)

NOTE: The manufacturer (captive) lease programs provided are for reference only. Base Rates may vary by region. Your dealer has the option of offering you a higher rate.

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