Honda Accord Tops New and Used Car Leasing Requests on LeaseCompare.com

    CINCINNATI--May 2, 2002--Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (ACS), an innovator in online direct to consumer auto leasing, today released a list of the top 10 most requested vehicles from its popular auto leasing website www.LeaseCompare.com. The Honda Accord topped both the new and used car lists which are based on lease quote requests submitted to the website for the first quarter of 2002.
    LeaseCompare.com is the first and only auto-leasing marketplace that enables consumers to compare auto lease payments in real-time from multiple lenders and apply for credit online - all in a matter of minutes. This list is the first comparison of both new and used vehicle requests since LeaseCompare.com added a late model used car leasing option to the site this year.

The Top 10 Most Requested Models

  Rank    New                         Used
  ----    ---                         ----
   1      Honda Accord                Honda Accord
   2      Volkswagen Jetta            BMW 5 Series
   3      Volkswagen Passat           Chevrolet Corvette
   4      BMW 5 Series                Mercedes Benz E Class
   5      Audi A4                     Honda Civic
   6      Honda Civic                 Porsche 911 Carrera
   7      BMW 325 Series              Audi A4
   8      BMW 330 Series              Porsche Boxster
   9      Acura MDX 4WD               Volkswagen Jetta
  10      Acura TL                    BMW 330 Series

    "The data collected from the used car leasing requests may surprise some people," says Tarry Shebesta, President of ACS. "Many consumers think used cars are less desirable but as you can see from the used model list that higher end cars continue to hold their appeal over time. Customers still enjoy the warranties of a late model car and luxury of a more expensive vehicle for the same monthly cost as buying a new, mid-level car."
    Because few dealers offer used vehicle leasing, most consumers are unaware that a late model used car can be leased. LeaseCompare.com allows consumers to explore all used car finance/lease options quickly, easily, and conveniently.
    Consumers can also now identify a late model used car they wish to lease from almost any source. Online used car listings, local papers, dealers, eBay and other auctions or even their neighbor's car for sale are all possible alternatives.

    About Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (www.acscorp.com)

    Based in Cincinnati, Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (ACS) is a leading provider of consumer automotive services, including car buying and leasing, fleet resources, vehicle remarketing, and used vehicle sales.
    Founded in 1989, ACS's mission is to provide services that enhance the experience of buying or leasing a car. ACS achieves this by leading the industry with innovative proprietary technology, superior customer service, and years of industry experience.