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The New Re-Designed BMW 325 Dethrones Infiniti G35 on LeaseCompare.com's Top 10 List

CINCINNATI--July 19, 2005--Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (ACS), the leader in online direct-to-consumer auto leasing, released a list of the top 10 most requested vehicles from its popular auto leasing website www.LeaseCompare.com for the second quarter of 2005. The Infiniti G35 has finally relinquished its two year reign at the number one spot to the newly re-designed BMW 325 series.
The Top 10 Most Requested Models

New Car Rankings

2nd Qtr     1st Qtr
2005        2005      Make & Model
----        ----     --------------
1           5        BMW 325
2           1        Infiniti G35
3           4        BMW 330
4           3        Acura TL
5           2        BMW 5 Series
6           10       Chevrolet Corvette
7           6        Honda Accord
8           nl(a)    Honda Odyssey
9           9        Mercedes E Class
10          8        Acura MDX

Used Car  Rankings

2nd Qtr     1st Qtr
2005        2005      Make & Model
----        ----     --------------
1           4        Porsche 911 Carrera
2           1        BMW 330
3           2        BMW 5 Series
4           10       Mercedes Benz CLK Class
5           7        Mercedes Benz SL Class
6           3        Mercedes Benz E Class
7           nl(a)    Chevrolet Corvette
8           8        Porsche Boxster
9           nl(a)    Land Rover Range Rover
10          5        Infiniti G35

nl(a) = not previously listed


A complete list of vehicle rankings can be found at http://www.LeaseCompare.com.

With the popularity of the newly redesigned BMW 325 and 330 Series, the G35 finally gave up its number 1 ranking. The new car list is loaded with other re-designed models including the Acura TL, BMW 5 Series, Honda Odyssey and the Chevrolet Corvette. These vehicles make great lease candidates as they hold their value well.

"With interest rates on the rise and gasoline prices at record levels, people are looking for ways to save money and leasing is an excellent financing option," says Tarry Shebesta, President of ACS and a certified lease consultant. "Leasing a new or used vehicle helps take the bite out of the high cost of fuel prices. Lease payments are typically much lower than conventional finance payments."

LeaseCompare.com, as the name suggests, provides an interactive tool to instantly evaluate leasing options from a number of sources. Customers can lock in the lease quote they like and apply for credit online. ACS facilitates leases that customers choose from LeaseCompare.com.

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

Based in Cincinnati, Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (ACS) is a leading provider of direct-to-consumer auto leasing through its popular website LeaseCompare.com. 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.