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How does NJ sales tax affect the lease vs buy decision?
In NJ, when you buy a car you pay 6.625% sales tax on the full purchase price. When you lease, you pay 6.625% only on your monthly payments (plus the drive-off amount). On a $40,000 vehicle, that’s roughly $2,650 in tax on a purchase vs. $400–$500 spread across a 36-month lease. This tax treatment significantly favors leasing in NJ compared to states that tax the full capitalized cost.
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From start to finish, purchasing my new Jeep was seamless and refreshingly honest. Every question was answered clearly with zero pressure, and I really appreciated the straight talk. An easy, smart decision all around.
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I’ve never used a broker to buy a car before and honestly, I was skeptical. But after this experience, I’ll never step foot in a dealership again. I have a demanding job with very little free time, so I simply texted David exactly what I wanted—and that was it. The entire process happened while I was in back-to-back work meetings. I never even had to pick up the phone! It was completely stress-free and I couldn’t be happier with my Maserati Grecale!
I’ve never used a broker to buy a car before and honestly, I was skeptical. But after this experience, I’ll never step foot in a dealership again. I have a demanding job with very little free time, so I simply texted David exactly what I wanted—and that was it. The entire process happened while I was in back-to-back work meetings. I never even had to pick up the phone! It was completely stress-free and I couldn’t be happier with my Maserati Grecale!
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I just leased my new 2026 Nissan Rogue through Vantage Auto Group, and the experience was fast, easy, and completely stress-free. I worked with Charles Serpone, who was prompt, knowledgeable, and professional every step of the way. He listened to what I wanted and helped me get the exact price I was aiming for. I couldn’t be happier with the process — highly recommend Vantage Auto Group and Charles for anyone looking to lease their next vehicle!
I just leased my new 2026 Nissan Rogue through Vantage Auto Group, and the experience was fast, easy, and completely stress-free. I worked with Charles Serpone, who was prompt, knowledgeable, and professional every step of the way. He listened to what I wanted and helped me get the exact price I was aiming for. I couldn’t be happier with the process — highly recommend Vantage Auto Group and Charles for anyone looking to lease their next vehicle!
Michael Tier
Great service! Sean worked with me over a couple of weeks to get a car that fit my budget and that I love. They delivered the car right to my house with a full tank of gas, signed some paper work and I was done. 100% would recommend.
Great service! Sean worked with me over a couple of weeks to get a car that fit my budget and that I love. They delivered the car right to my house with a full tank of gas, signed some paper work and I was done. 100% would recommend.
Peter Foltz
Leased a brand new VW Tiguan for my daughter’s 17th birthday. Great pricing! Excellent service! No problem. Will recommend and come back when lease expires. Great job!
Leased a brand new VW Tiguan for my daughter’s 17th birthday. Great pricing! Excellent service! No problem. Will recommend and come back when lease expires. Great job!
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Working with Vantage was an awesome experience. They walked me through every step and made me feel like their top priority! They even returned my EZpass device that I had mistakenly left in my trade-in. I didn’t even know this industry existed prior to working with them, but I will never walk into a dealership to buy a car again, thanks to the amazing service Vantage provided. Highly recommend!
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