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    Leaf was my "Gateway Drug"

    After 7+ years and 5 Nissan Leafs my wife and I graduated to a stronger addiction We now have 2- 2023 Tesla Model Y's and a of yesterday we also have '23 Ford Lightning Lariat w/Extended Range Battery. For sure we will miss simplicity of the Leaf and appreciate Nissan introducing us to EVs...
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    Why do "some groups" bad mouth EVs?

    As a 5 time Leaf owner and a current 2x Tesla owner I constantly get negative comments about EVs from certain politically leaning uninformed people. It drives me crazy For Example, comments I've heard just this year: I wouldn't by an EV because of how much the battery cost to replace every 3...
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    Tesla charging comparison

    We upgraded our Leaf to a Tesla model Y. We normally charge the Tesla to 80%. My wife had to drive the 125 mile from cabin to house for emergency dentist appt today. We can just make it both ways with 80% barge. We have a 60 amp Wall Charger hard wired to 60 amps at home that outputs 48...
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    Got call from dealer today.

    Earlier this year I was in the market for a used Leaf Plus below $25k so it would qualify for EV tax credit. I was looking for a car for my wife for local trips since she was familiar with the leaf. Dealers weren’t moving from listed prices and were adding up to $3k in market adjustment. Later I...
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    Tax Credit Question after April 18th 2023

    I searched but can't find answer here. On the web I read that after 4/18 the Leaf won't qualify for the tax credit. What is the real deal? Will still qualify for full $7,500, qualify for the reduced $3,750 credit of loose all credits? Telsa announced that it will lose full creed for the...
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    Tesla vs Leaf comparison

    After 7 years and 5 Nissan Leafs I replaced the last Leaf with a 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range. Here are some observations Tesla Pros; Very comfortable seats Memory power seats, steering wheel settings and mirrors. Massive acceleration Great charger network with FAST Super Chargers Single...
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    Key FOBs for 2023 leaf

    I just want to let everyone know if you need a Key FOB for a Leaf newer than 2020 that the 2020 FOB will program fine and the emergency key blank is the same. Nissan wants $203 for a FOB for a 2023 Leaf. I purchased 2 brand new never used Nissan OEM FOBs for a 2020 Leaf from...
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    Spare Ket FOBS 2023 Leaf

    When I bought my 2023 SV+ today the dealership quoted $397 each for 2 additional Key Fobs and programming. I always keep a spare fob at home and at our cabin for all my vehicles, in case of emergency. The Nissan part number for a 2023 is 285E35SA1C. No after market supplier sells a FOB...
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    New 2023 SV Plus impressions

    I just picked up a 2023 SV Plus and traded in my 2020 SL Plus with 16,000 miles. Here are some details and first impressions I opted for Pearl White vs the Gray I traded in. Gray in Florida gets hotter than white. It cost me $8,431 out the door with trade in, all taxes, fees etc. After I...
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    Part number request for 23 SV key fob

    Does anyone have ability to find part number for a key fob for a 2023 SV+? I found part number 285E35SA1A but it only shows up to 2020.
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    Does 2023 SV Plus have Homelink?

    I have a 2023 SV plus preordered. Does anyone know for certain if the 2023 SV Plus comes with Homelink rear view mirror to open/Close garage doors? The window sticker doesn’t show it. I know on previous years it was standard on SL and SV with tech package. Owners manual states “if equipped”.
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    2023 60 kWH vs 2022 62 kWH?

    What’s the deal with the Plus battery rating in model year 2023? Previous years the Plus battery was a 62 kWH battery but for model year 2023 it’s rated at 60 kWH. Is this a different battery or just the same battery with less rating?
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    Seats- 2020 SL Leather vs 2023 SV Cloth

    I have a deposit on a 2023 SV Plus to replace my 2020SL Plus. I was cleaning (detailing) the interior today to get it ready to trade in and I fell in love with how well the Leather has held up in 15,000 miles. I transport 2 dogs and a parrot in a cage on he back seat routinely. The dog...
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    Ordered a Tesla Model Y last night

    Some of you might have seen my posting that I negotiated a 2023 SV Plus and trade my 2020 SL Plus. After tax credit the trade will cost me $623 total Well yesterday I test drove a Tesla Model Y. I was very impressed. I had a deposit on the original Model 3 when it came out but after test...
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    Will 2023 Ariya and Leaf qualify for Tax Credit?

    The new rules for tax credits are confusing to say the least. Ariya: From what I can decipher the Ariya WILL NOT qualify for the tax credit. Am I wrong? Leaf: I just made a deal to trade my 2020 SL Plus in on a 2023 SV Plus that arrives the end of September. I had to read multiple web...
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    2020 SL Plus to 2023 SV Plus

    I just signed a buyers order for a 2023 SV Plus that’s already built and it’s inTransit, expected to arrived in 9/26. I put a refundable deposit on it to lock it in. The deal is $9,500 out the door, plus my 2020 SL Plus. I verified in government site that the vin is eligible for full $7,500...
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    Wiper Blade Inserts for 2020 Leaf ?

    Does anyone know if there are wiper blade inserts that fit a 2020 Leaf? If not does anyone have part numbers for OEM blades?
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    Will Leaf loose tax credit with new bill?

    Here’s a good read about new tax credit. They say 70% of new EVs will not qualify for a tax credit after January. I wonder if the Keaf falls into that bucket. https://apple.news/AThFG0WwISkupKaxdyj2EaA
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    I’m filthy rich, according to Fox News.

    She describing who benefits from the recently passed “Inflation Reduction Act” Fox News commentators continuously state rich people who can afford these $100,000 EVs are the ones who benefit from the tax credit. My top of the line Nissan SL Plus EV sells for less than the average new car and...
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