Eastcoastcarguyy Reviews - Your Go-To Auto Source in the NY Tri-State Area and FL

Mike was extremely responsive, helpful and honest. He went above and beyond to help me along the way. I plan to use him again and I recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy car lease “consultant”.

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Just picked up my Mazda CX90 from Mike, from start to finish I could have not asked for a smoother transaction! Mike had the best deal by far compared to other brokers and the process was seamless! He had timed everything perfectly from me selling my existing lease and picking up the new Mazda the same day! Highly recommended!

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Great experience working with Mike. First time leasing a car without visiting the dealership. I contacted Mike after reading his reviews in this forum. Mike was very professional and prompt. He found us the best deal for color/trim we were looking for and delivered the Mazda CX-50 at our home. The whole process was very smooth. Highly recommend!

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TLDR: Mike A. is living proof that there are rare exceptions to the old “If it seems too good to be true…” rule. If you value your time, money and sanity, don’t even think of leasing a new car without at least checking to see if he might be able to help you.


Full Review:

This was my first time leasing a car or dealing with a lease broker. Before working with Mike, I had been trying to do business with another broker that was recommended here, but this other guy could just never come through for me. He always seemed annoyed by my emails and took days to respond, never answering all of my questions. It was very stange… he was quick to give a quote, but was never able to back it up with an actual car. When I said I was ready to lease, a few days later he said I was out of luck as they had to put a “temporary hold on the program.” And then when he finally got back to me a few weeks later (after repeated attempts to get a straight answer), he said he didn’t when know if/when he could get me a 2025, but he could get me a 2024 in my 2nd choice color.

(The reason I’m sharing this about the other broker is because of how much my experience with this first guy contrasted with my experience with Mike.)

I was just about to proceed with the first deal when that little voice inside (you know the voice I’m talking about) said “Don’t do it, keep shopping.” So for some reason, I decided to give Eastcoastcarguy another look. I think I originally didn’t contact Mike because he didn’t have enough of a track record, at least when compared to the other brokers. Also, when I read some of his glowing reviews here, I thought, seems too good to be true, these are probably fake reviews from his friends. But I listened to that voice again and decided to give him a shot anyway.

Long story short:

• September 15 - I contacted Mike via the forum on a Sunday night; He got back to me that same night
• September 16 - He provided a quote for a 2025 Mazda CX5 Turbo Signature in my preferred color - the exact car we wanted
• September 17 - I said let’s do it and he ran a credit check
• September 20 - Mike picked up the car from his dealer and stored it overnight in a secure garage at his location (and even sent us pictures of our new baby that was on the way)
• September 21 - Only six days after first contacting him, Mike personally delivered our new car to our front door. We signed the docs, paid his fee and were done within about 30 minutes!

**Worth noting:

• Mike made a small mistake when calculating the tax rate in the initial quote he sent me, but discounted his broker’s fee to make it up to me. Even with the slightly higher adjusted quote for my 2025, it was still cheaper than the other broker’s quote for a 2024 model.

• There were a few small scratches on a piece of plastic trim next to one of the windows that I didn’t discover until after he dropped off the car and left. I contacted Mike, and he offered to have me take it to a body shop to have it fixed and he would pay for it; or, he could order a replacement part. I went with the second option, and a new OEM part arrived at my house a few days later.

• He never asked for anything up front other than a credit app and insurance info. Broker and delivery fees were paid at time of delivery.

We absolutely love our new CX5, and Mike is a big reason why. When I initally tried negotiating with dealers directly (an absolute time-wasting nightmare), the best I could ever do on my own was a few points below MSRP, and that was always for a 2024 or a color we didn’t want. Mike got us exactly what we wanted - for an astonishing 11.5% below MSRP. He was always professional, pleasant to work with, and quick to respond to my endless questions. The amount of time, money and aggravation Mike helped me save really seems too good to be true.

I couldn’t imagine leasing a car again without first checking with Mike. He does what he says he’s going to do, owns up to it if there’s a problem, and actually makes car leasing fun and easy. What else could you possibly ask for?

Thanks, Mike… I’ll see you again in about 35 months! :wink:

-J

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I’m incredibly grateful to Mike A. for securing an amazing deal on my lease. After discussing my options with him, I chose a car that fit my budget, completed the application, and everything fell into place. He even delivered the car from NY to NJ and took my old vehicle.

There was a minor issue in the closing process due to a communication oversight. Adjustments were made and it was quickly resolved.

His broker services were outstanding, and I will definitely be using him again when my lease is up. I’ll also recommend him to anyone looking for assistance.

Thank you, Mike for your help! Wishing you and your family all the best!

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This was my family’s first time leasing with a broker and everyone ended up happy.

Mike made the process super smooth and simple and took the time to adress any questions or concerns.

Highly recommend :+1::+1:

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Mike is easy to deal with, responsive and in my research easily had the best prices on this site without the misleading rebates and requirements that no one qualifies for.

I’ve recommended him to several people already and will be back soon to return another lease.

From start to finish Mike A made the process of getting into a new lease incredibly easy and stress free. Very quick and clear communication via email / text and I had my car delivered to my door 5 days later by Mike himself. A few quick signatures and that was it. The price I got was better than anything I found on here and the car was more equipped than other deals I was seeing and still cheaper. I would not hesitate to recommend Mike and would gladly use his services again.

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Just got a 2025 Mazda CX-90 through Mike. Great to deal with, no surprises and incredibly up-front.

I Emailed from his post and he responded right away with the quotes I requested. He followed up with me as inventory was lowering at my request (as I wasn’t ready to make a decision on model yet). Worked with me on delivery date a couple week later due to my request, but locked me in right away with just a credit app. Even had the price drop slightly after his quote.

Delivery timing itself was on-point to his 2 hour window he gave me and really quick setup from signing the documents to setting up the Mazda App, and taking my ending lease back for return.

Highly recommended.

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Unbelievable how easy getting a car is thanks to Mike. Truly hassle free experience. He got me a great deal on my Volvo xc90. Delivery was made right on time. Will definitely recommend him to anyone.

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Mike was great to work with! Got us a great deal on a Mazda CX90 PHEV, came in lower than anyone else I spoke to. Helped me return my previous car too. Fantastic experience!

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Nice and easy experience selling our leased Lexus GX460. Mike was patient and offered the best price. He wrote us the equity check on the spot as well.

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Used Mike to extract equity out of my maturing Atlas lease. Seemed either a hassle or a rip off when I checked with other brokers, online platforms and other car-buying-services. Online platforms wouldn’t touch it because of the hassle that VW makes it for 3rd party buyers. Mike gave me a fair valuation, came and picked up on a weekend, and paid for it instantly.

There wound up being an issue where my bank wouldn’t let me cancel the final lease payment before selling the car to Mike. But Mike reimbursed me right away after confirming with the dealer that payment reduced the payoff amount. All in all, great experience with Mike & recommend him for anyone that wants a responsive, hardworking and honest broker.

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Mike was so professional helping me lease Volvo XC90. Would definitely lease again with him, got the best monthly payment, so smooth experience.

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Mike A did it again! This is the 2nd vehicle I’ve leased with him and the company. Once again easy process, door to door delivery. Dealerships can’t come close to their pricing.

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Mike was so easy to work with. I needed a new lease and fast. I just had a baby and needed it to be convenient. Mike took care of everything for me. He also gave me a better price than multiple other quotes I got. The car was delivered in great condition and I’ll be reaching out again next time my husband or I need a new lease.

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One of the easiest lease deals I ever did. Been leasing my cars through brokers for past 10 years. Dealing with Mike was a simple and quick. Got me a price on my i7 that I never thought possible. A++ service.

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Had the pleasure of working with Mike on securing a MDX at a very competitive price. He is proactive and kept me informed throughout the whole process. In just a few days, we nailed down the deal and I took delivery. Needless to say the whole process was seamless and painless which made the whole experience really enjoyable. I would not hesitate to reach out to him for any future needs.

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Mike was amazing. Excellent experience. Got ny qx60 from him without a glitch. Super transparent and helpful. I didnt have to think twice. Even helped me return my old lease. Best deals and service out there right now. I will definitely be keeping my business with him. Highly recommend you all reach out to him even if your not sure. He will guide you best. Super knowledgeable and professional guy.

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I had an absolutely amazing experience working with Mike (Michael A.) as my car lease broker! He went above and beyond to help me secure a fantastic deal on my new Mazda CX-30. Mike’s professionalism, transparency, and deep knowledge of the leasing process made the entire experience seamless and stress-free.

From the moment we connected, Mike was attentive to my needs and budget, answering all my questions with patience and clarity. He worked tirelessly to find the perfect car for me and negotiated terms that exceeded my expectations. What truly stood out was his commitment to ensuring I was completely satisfied—he handled every detail with care and efficiency.

If you’re looking for someone who truly has your best interests at heart, Mike is the broker to call. I couldn’t be happier with my new Mazda CX-30 and highly recommend his services to anyone in the market for a car lease. Thank you, Mike, for making this such a great experience!

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