My used '02 had 7,100 miles on it when I bought it two months ago, it now has 10,800 miles and runs great with no problems. It had the hybrid battery recall done by the old owner and another minor recall.

Just curious, why are you looking to lease an almost 3 year old car for 5 years? If you don't have the cash why not just take out a loan -- it should be much cheaper. Leasing normally only makes sense if you plan to keep a car 2-3 years and have no intention of buying it at the back end. Further, what could the residual for the lease be at the end of 8 years? I think you are effectively just buying it but paying a higher interest rate than if you financed it. Please let us know why you think this makes sense -- thanks.

Kirby
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