It's precisely because the i3/i3s doesn't have all of the latest tech gadgets that the possibility of having a battery replacement that brings improved tech and a significant increase in range really excites me. There's a beautiful and functional minimalism in the interior design of the i3 that...
I have a pretty flexible work schedule, so I could make it up to the Bay Area pretty easily. Do you have a specific shop or dealership you’d prefer to use if all looks good for a swap?
The condition of my wheels is great. I think there might be a minor scrape on the edge of one wheel, but nothing serious. It’s probably only an inch long or less, and not deep. I’m waiting for the rain to end before I get the car washed, after which I’ll post pics. Should be within a few days.
* UPDATE - TRADE COMPLETED *
I have a 2019 i3s with black/machined bi-color wheels. Looking to trade for jet black wheels with someone in SoCal or Bay Area.
Hi, sorry I'm late responding - I didn't get an email notifying me of a response to the thread.
I haven't explored shipping cost, but I don't imagine it would be prohibitively expensive. I"m still interested in a trade if you're amenable. There's a YouTube video of someone who swapped his Deka...
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In October 2021, I flew up from Los Angeles to purchase my i3s from a dealer in Boise, ID, then drove it home to L.A.
2019 i3s REx
Fluid Black
Bi color wheels
Giga World interior with Dark Oak wood
Technology & Driving Assistance package
I've never driven a non-S (I own an i3s), but the ride of the i3s doesn't strike me as particularly harsh, especially when compared with how harsh of a ride many performance cars can have on city streets. The short wheelbase of the car does make it a bit more prone to porpoising on concrete...