I’ll probably just buy, $500/mo 60 months .9% apr which makes a total cost of $30k
Estimated value after 5 years, 15k making cost/mo $250 if i would sell.
Leasing would be (317 x 48) + (18827+ttf) if i wanted to buyout the lease at the end making the total purchase price way over $34000 + ttf
Add in maintenance and repairs after 5 years (that you wouldn’t already be paying for if you leased- you’ll be surprised how much that is) and your avg monthly goes up. Especially if you avoid tire replacement
Personally I would just lease for 36 months. If it holds it value awesome (you can sell to get equity or purchase at below market price). If it doesn’t then it’s not your problem. Or even worse if it’s in an accident and you value plummets. In my mind any small difference in cost is an insurance policy.