When is the best time to lease 2017 Maserati Quattroporte?

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Hello! :slight_smile:

New to this forum but interested in leasing a 2017 Quattroporte Q4 or possibly GTS. Based in SoCal. I checked prices on TrueCar and dealers offer anywhere between 15-20% off MSRP.

  • The GTS is a rare Maserati Quattroporte model and dealers typically carry one or none at all in inventory down here in SoCal. How does this influence my chances of getting a (good) deal on the price and/or lease terms? One could argue both ways I guess but I wonder what experienced lease hackers would say as a rule of thumb?
  • When would be the best time to lease between now and December?
  • Dealer told me they were placing orders for the 2018 models now, arriving in Sep/Oct. Is this a good time to lease a 2017 or better wait?
  • Dealer said my specifications might not be available and need to place factory order (in which case my car would be a 2018 model). Would this influence their willingness to discount the car for me and influence the lease terms in any way?
  • Where could I find residuals and MFs for Quattroportes? I’d like to use the lease calculator to get ballpark values and go into the finance office prepared.
  • Can I collect lease offers elsewhere than the dealer itself before I have my meeting? How and where?
  • Would the 1% of MSRP “rule-of-thumb” apply for premium cars such as the Maserati QP too?

Please forgive my ignorance, I’m new to the game but eager to learn! :slight_smile:

Thanks in advance for any replies!