April 1, 20224 yr 3 minutes ago, Boogyman said: I can't comment on how noisy they are, or on the "fit and finish". I've never even sat in one. Have you? Yes. A few weeks after we placed the order I was getting our Explorer worked on and they had one on the lot. Because there was a GT coming available they were trying to upsell me.
April 1, 20224 yr 1 minute ago, paco said: Yes. A few weeks after we placed the order I was getting our Explorer worked on and they had one on the lot. Because there was a GT coming available they were trying to upsell me. Thats good. I'd assume it was better than the two teslas I experienced. I drove a Model 3 that was a few months old. Both doors rattled from inside very loud. I know that's the "cheap one" but it was pretty bad. And whatever the larger SUV is called, I hitched a ride with a friend in that. It also had a noise from the rear but couldn't tell exactly what or where. It was obviously put together a lot better than the 3 though, but I think it's over a 100G. I considered the 3 before I stopped commuting. Didn't see the point in spending more than what that costs to save a few bucks on fuel. Now I see that noise and reliability is an issue with them and I'm glad I didn't pull the trigger. I still feel an EV for the "regular guy" is getting close but a little bit away.
April 1, 20224 yr 10 minutes ago, Boogyman said: Thats good. I'd assume it was better than the two teslas I experienced. I drove a Model 3 that was a few months old. Both doors rattled from inside very loud. I know that's the "cheap one" but it was pretty bad. And whatever the larger SUV is called, I hitched a ride with a friend in that. It also had a noise from the rear but couldn't tell exactly what or where. It was obviously put together a lot better than the 3 though, but I think it's over a 100G. I considered the 3 before I stopped commuting. Didn't see the point in spending more than what that costs to save a few bucks on fuel. Now I see that noise and reliability is an issue with them and I'm glad I didn't pull the trigger. I still feel an EV for the "regular guy" is getting close but a little bit away. Wife had a Model S. I wasn't a fan, but no rattling sound. The Model 3 is for poor people and the X has been a lemon since it was launched.
April 1, 20224 yr 8 minutes ago, vikas83 said: Wife had a Model S. I wasn't a fan, but no rattling sound. The Model 3 is for poor people and the X has been a lemon since it was launched. That's kinda my point about EVs. That model is supposed to be the affordable one, and they obviously cut a million corners to get it to a certain price point. If they have to be buckets of ish for the "everyman/poors" to afford them, they are not really viable yet. I looked into it to save a bit of cash weekly, but spending any more than what that model costs kinda defeats the point. Now if you just want or like them, that's different. I am only speaking from the practical point of view.
April 1, 20224 yr 11 minutes ago, Boogyman said: That's kinda my point about EVs. That model is supposed to be the affordable one, and they obviously cut a million corners to get it to a certain price point. If they have to be buckets of ish for the "everyman/poors" to afford them, they are not really viable yet. I looked into it to save a bit of cash weekly, but spending any more than what that model costs kinda defeats the point. Now if you just want or like them, that's different. I am only speaking from the practical point of view. What do you consider affordable? There are EV's around 30k available. And that's before the federal tax credit. So knock off another $7500. And then some states have a tax credit. And some power companies have a credit. So, we are talking about quite a few EVs that can be had for UNDER $25k. Your point is bad and you should feel bad
April 1, 20224 yr 12 minutes ago, paco said: What do you consider affordable? There are EV's around 30k available. And that's before the federal tax credit. So knock off another $7500. And then some states have a tax credit. And some power companies have a credit. So, we are talking about quite a few EVs that can be had for UNDER $25k. Your point is bad and you should feel bad I understand the price. I also understand how they get the cars to that price. Don't take it personally bud.
April 1, 20224 yr 54 minutes ago, Boogyman said: I understand the price. I also understand how they get the cars to that price. Don't take it personally bud. Do you?
April 1, 20224 yr Just now, paco said: Do you? Yes. But don't worry about what I think. You don't need a football message board to validate your purchases.
April 1, 20224 yr 44 minutes ago, Boogyman said: Yes. But don't worry about what I think. You don't need a football message board to validate your purchases. Terrific! Lets try this again then. 1 hour ago, paco said: What do you consider affordable? There are EV's around 30k available. And that's before the federal tax credit. So knock off another $7500. And then some states have a tax credit. And some power companies have a credit. So, we are talking about quite a few EVs that can be had for UNDER $25k. Your point is bad and you should feel bad
April 1, 20224 yr 44 minutes ago, paco said: Terrific! Lets try this again then. A 2022 subaru outback.
April 1, 20224 yr 22 minutes ago, Boogyman said: A 2022 subaru outback. MSRP: From $27,145 I provided a link with 5 EVs that could be had for less than that. Two of them are roughly as spacious.
April 1, 20224 yr 4 minutes ago, paco said: MSRP: From $27,145 I provided a link with 5 vehicles that could be had for less than that. Two of them are roughly as spacious. I got the Touring XL whatever. Whatever the top trim is. 40ish G. I got a pretty good deal on it and I'm leasing because I don't put mileage on cars anymore. The idea of just getting a new one every three years appeals to me going forward (for now). I'll probably buy a truck soon to replace the second car (minivan) because it's showing its age. That one I will just buy outright and keep for a long time like I usually do with my secondary vehicle. Maybe I'm not being clear. I wouldn't want any of the EVs in the 20 to 35G range (after rebates and whatever), as they are all junky POS's. And anything more expensive than that, in my opinion, defeats the point of an EV (saving money on fuel). Again, these are my thoughts on the EV thing and yours seem to differ. I don't consider every inexpensive item for sale "affordable" just because it's cheap. There is give and take in every purchase (unless you are Vikas maybe, then you just buy the coolest thing out there regardless of price).
April 1, 20224 yr 18 minutes ago, Boogyman said: I got the Touring XL whatever. Whatever the top trim is. 40ish G. I got a pretty good deal on it and I'm leasing because I don't put mileage on cars anymore. The idea of just getting a new one every three years appeals to me going forward (for now). I'll probably buy a truck soon to replace the second car (minivan) because it's showing its age. That one I will just buy outright and keep for a long time like I usually do with my secondary vehicle. Maybe I'm not being clear. I wouldn't want any of the EVs in the 20 to 35G range (after rebates and whatever), as they are all junky POS's. And anything more expensive than that, in my opinion, defeats the point of an EV (saving money on fuel). Again, these are my thoughts on the EV thing and yours seem to differ. I don't consider every inexpensive item for sale "affordable" just because it's cheap. There is give and take in every purchase (unless you are Vikas maybe, then you just buy the coolest thing out there regardless of price). So the goalposts have from: 3 hours ago, Boogyman said: I still feel an EV for the "regular guy" is getting close but a little bit away. To whatever the hell this is: 18 minutes ago, Boogyman said: Maybe I'm not being clear. I wouldn't want any of the EVs in the 20 to 35G range (after rebates and whatever), as they are all junky POS's. And anything more expensive than that, in my opinion, defeats the point of an EV (saving money on fuel). 1) Guess what, an "affordable" car isn't going to be very high end. Gas or electric 2) Did you even look at that link I posted? Yeah, I wouldn't be caught dead in a bolt either and I'm not exactly a car guy. But also in that list is a MINI Cooper SE. Not sure if you ever have driven a MINI but while small they are hardly junky. The 2022 Mazda MX-30 isn't a bad looking crossover. And the Volkswagen ID.4, which creeps JUST above that sweet, sweet outback you quoted in terms of price looks like a really nice EV. (I personally am not a fan of VW) If you wanted to make an argument, you should have attacked the fact that 3 of the top five have a very limited range (between 100-149 miles) and are only practical as a grocery getter. But instead, you make a broad statement about your personal tastes in an attempt to walk back that the comment that: 3 hours ago, Boogyman said: I still feel an EV for the "regular guy" is getting close but a little bit away. When in fact the average joe (See: not Vikas) can afford one today.
April 1, 20224 yr 31 minutes ago, paco said: MSRP: From $27,145 I provided a link with 5 EVs that could be had for less than that. Two of them are roughly as spacious. What's their average distance on a fully charged battery?
April 1, 20224 yr 2 minutes ago, paco said: If you wanted to make an argument, you should have attacked the fact that 3 of the top five have a very limited range (between 100-149 miles) and are only practical as a grocery getter. But instead, you make a broad statement about your personal tastes in an attempt to walk back that the comment that: Just now, DrPhilly said: What's their average distance on a fully charged battery? See? That's what putting just a tiny bit of thought into something looks like. To answer @DrPhilly, 3 were under 150 miles, but the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV is 259 miles and the 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric is 258 miles
April 1, 20224 yr Just now, paco said: See? That's what putting just a tiny bit of thought into something looks like. To answer @DrPhilly, 3 were under 150 miles, but the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV is 259 miles and the 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric is 258 miles Ok, not enough yet for me to bite. Thanks.
April 1, 20224 yr 16 minutes ago, paco said: So the goalposts have from: To whatever the hell this is: 1) Guess what, an "affordable" car isn't going to be very high end. Gas or electric 2) Did you even look at that link I posted? Yeah, I wouldn't be caught dead in a bolt either and I'm not exactly a car guy. But also in that list is a MINI Cooper SE. Not sure if you ever have driven a MINI but while small they are hardly junky. The 2022 Mazda MX-30 isn't a bad looking crossover. And the Volkswagen ID.4, which creeps JUST above that sweet, sweet outback you quoted in terms of price looks like a really nice EV. (I personally am not a fan of VW) If you wanted to make an argument, you should have attacked the fact that 3 of the top five have a very limited range (between 100-149 miles) and are only practical as a grocery getter. But instead, you make a broad statement about your personal tastes in an attempt to walk back that the comment that: When in fact the average joe (See: not Vikas) can afford one today. I don't see why a non commuter would want an EV at all. And yeah, the EVs you are talking about have ish range. You are right, I didn't look at your link because I had already looked into the low end EVs last year and didn't think they could have changed all that much since the. The only reason I even considered the Tesla was the range. Even if 150 miles would get me to work and back (it was pretty much an even 100 for me), who wants to buy a new car and be limited like that? And yeah, I am speaking for myself. Thats how an opinion works. Those other poors can make up their own minds. I can't see why a person would buy the cheap ones because they are all garbage. Way to many trade offs. You really want an EV. Buy one. For the average family they are a poor option right now. I'd assume financially both you and I are above the average.
April 1, 20224 yr 32 minutes ago, DrPhilly said: Ok, not enough yet for me to bite. Thanks. Out of curiosity, what range would you be looking for? ok, now to deal with the stupid again 24 minutes ago, Boogyman said: I don't see why a non commuter would want an EV at all. Elaborate 24 minutes ago, Boogyman said: And yeah, the EVs you are talking about have ish range. Except.... 2 of the 5 had range that competes with the more expensive models. Again, zero thought put into your statement. 24 minutes ago, Boogyman said: You are right Whenever we debate, this is usually the case. 24 minutes ago, Boogyman said: I didn't look at your link because I had already looked into the low end EVs last year and didn't think they could have changed all that much since the. Admitting ignorance is the first step. Second step is to do something about it. Just a fyi, this is a rapidly evolving market and many new models (and companies) have come about in the past year. 24 minutes ago, Boogyman said: Even if 150 miles would get me to work and back (it was pretty much an even 100 for me), who wants to buy a new car and be limited like that? Again, 2 of the 5 affordable models I quoted have ~250 mile range. So further proof you put zero thought into this discussion. 24 minutes ago, Boogyman said: And yeah, I am speaking for myself. Thats how an opinion works. Those other poors can make up their own minds. I can't see why a person would buy the cheap ones because they are all garbage. Way to many trade offs. Except, you statement wasn't about your opinion. It was that they don't make EV's that are affordable for the average joe. You keep inserting your opinion to try to deflect. How to fix that? 24 minutes ago, Boogyman said: You are right
April 1, 20224 yr 8 minutes ago, CountBlah said: Shuddup and make with the funny cartoons Fair enough Feel free to borrow that. That offer goes for pretty much everyone here.
April 1, 20224 yr 13 minutes ago, paco said: Out of curiosity, what range would you be looking for? 500+
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