BimmerSass
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- Jun 8, 2023
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I live in northern Virginia/DC area. Looking to buy my first EV, have had my eye on the i3 for years. I have a 2001BMW 330i 5 speed. I love this car but, between gas and repairs it just doesn’t make financial sense anymore…not to mention my mechanic just retired! All signs point to me finally getting my i3.
I could use some reassurance and advice. I understand there is some extra maintenance with this car.. ie more frequent tires replacements, but reading these post about some people having $7,000.00 + repairs cost is making me hesitate on buying one.
My roundtrip to work is 65 miles, my average speed is 45. I have a garage to plug in my car at home. At work our garage has a level2 charger at $1.50 per hour, which I could us to top off if I need to. I think for my needs and price range, I need a 2017-18 REX. Larger batterie then pervious years, but still affordable. I think I need the REX because I want to keep a 20-80% charge most of the time, I understand that will help keep the battery in good condition. Sounds like the REX’s has a more chance of mechanical issues?
Your group is so knowledgeable, many technical thing go over my head. But like me you all have a love of the drive …and that’s why I'm reaching out to you for advice. I need advice on what I should be paying attention to while checking out used i3s car…other than the basics.
Most of the criteria used to calculate prices are designed for non EVs, so prices are everywhere..mostly too high and don’t give the proper info need to to assess correct value and life of battery ..so frustrating.
Thanks in advance for any insight.
I could use some reassurance and advice. I understand there is some extra maintenance with this car.. ie more frequent tires replacements, but reading these post about some people having $7,000.00 + repairs cost is making me hesitate on buying one.
My roundtrip to work is 65 miles, my average speed is 45. I have a garage to plug in my car at home. At work our garage has a level2 charger at $1.50 per hour, which I could us to top off if I need to. I think for my needs and price range, I need a 2017-18 REX. Larger batterie then pervious years, but still affordable. I think I need the REX because I want to keep a 20-80% charge most of the time, I understand that will help keep the battery in good condition. Sounds like the REX’s has a more chance of mechanical issues?
Your group is so knowledgeable, many technical thing go over my head. But like me you all have a love of the drive …and that’s why I'm reaching out to you for advice. I need advice on what I should be paying attention to while checking out used i3s car…other than the basics.
Most of the criteria used to calculate prices are designed for non EVs, so prices are everywhere..mostly too high and don’t give the proper info need to to assess correct value and life of battery ..so frustrating.
Thanks in advance for any insight.