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Are lease payments expected to come down in late 2026?
It depends on the brand and segment. Manufacturers with excess inventory may offer stronger lease incentives to move cars. If the Federal Reserve cuts rates further, base money factors could drop as well. However, vehicle prices are unlikely to return to 2019 levels, so significant payment decreases would need to come from better residuals and manufacturer subsidies.
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I had a great experience with Vantage. From start to finish the process was seamless and quick. My salesperson Mark Viegas was great and very professional. I would recommend him and Vantage to anyone looking to by a new car.
I had a great experience with Vantage. From start to finish the process was seamless and quick. My salesperson Mark Viegas was great and very professional. I would recommend him and Vantage to anyone looking to by a new car.
Brian Dorst
Such a wonderful experience with Sean and his team at Vantage Auto Group. Imagine not having to sit at a dealership for several hours. That alone is worth the 5 star review. Add to that how knowledgeable Sean is, how he actually wants to get you the best deal, and how little stress you'll experience throughout the entire process, and 5 stars just aren't enough. I would recommend Vantage Auto Group to anyone!
Such a wonderful experience with Sean and his team at Vantage Auto Group. Imagine not having to sit at a dealership for several hours. That alone is worth the 5 star review. Add to that how knowledgeable Sean is, how he actually wants to get you the best deal, and how little stress you'll experience throughout the entire process, and 5 stars just aren't enough. I would recommend Vantage Auto Group to anyone!
Lisa
Recently bought a car through Vantage Auto Group and can’t say enough how great they were. Their process was seamless and they made buying a car a great experience. highly recommend Vantage Auto Group!
Recently bought a car through Vantage Auto Group and can’t say enough how great they were. Their process was seamless and they made buying a car a great experience. highly recommend Vantage Auto Group!
Cory Rothbort
Justin Schoenberg
Very nice company. They helped me find the vehicle I wanted and helped sell my old car as well. Everyone in the company is great and very helpful explaining all the steps involved. Would highly recommend using them.
Very nice company. They helped me find the vehicle I wanted and helped sell my old car as well. Everyone in the company is great and very helpful explaining all the steps involved. Would highly recommend using them.
DreadBasil
I had a great experience working with Sean at Vantage Auto Group. I wasn’t really looking forward to going through the car-buying process, but Sean made it incredibly easy. He found the exact car I wanted, got me a great deal, and had it delivered right to my driveway, without ever having to deal with a dealership. There was no pressure, no pushing, and no feeling that anyone was trying to take advantage. Everything was smooth, straightforward, and stress-free. I would absolutely recommend Vantage Auto Group to anyone who wants the car-buying experience to be easy and hassle-free.
I had a great experience working with Sean at Vantage Auto Group. I wasn’t really looking forward to going through the car-buying process, but Sean made it incredibly easy. He found the exact car I wanted, got me a great deal, and had it delivered right to my driveway, without ever having to deal with a dealership. There was no pressure, no pushing, and no feeling that anyone was trying to take advantage. Everything was smooth, straightforward, and stress-free. I would absolutely recommend Vantage Auto Group to anyone who wants the car-buying experience to be easy and hassle-free.
Neetu A
Sean and the Vantage team made leasing a new car an easy experience. Would definitely recommend.
Sean and the Vantage team made leasing a new car an easy experience. Would definitely recommend.
Kevin Brotspies
David Bloomberg
I just got my 3rd car through Vantage Auto. The process has always been seamless. I've mostly worked with Sarah and she's always very responsive. She finds out what we want and our approximate budget and is quick to tell me what my options are - including some out of the box ideas. She's able to find good deals on cars we may not have previously considers. Sarah coordinates everything including test drives, picking up your old car, and delivering the new car. I've been very happy with the service I've received from Vantage and highly recommend them for your car shopping needs.
I just got my 3rd car through Vantage Auto. The process has always been seamless. I've mostly worked with Sarah and she's always very responsive. She finds out what we want and our approximate budget and is quick to tell me what my options are - including some out of the box ideas. She's able to find good deals on cars we may not have previously considers. Sarah coordinates everything including test drives, picking up your old car, and delivering the new car. I've been very happy with the service I've received from Vantage and highly recommend them for your car shopping needs.
Josh Sobin