So looking for a an earlier one to fit my budget. Came across a 2012 SL, 26k miles, excellent condition (like a new car), includes level 2 charger. $8k, private sale so no dealer fees).
BUT. only 9 bars and LeafSpy says 69.3%. Both of these put it in the worst 5% based on these charts:
https://flipthefleet.org/resources/benchmark-your-leaf-before-buying/
So what I am worried about, is that unless an older Leaf has had its battery replaced, in 3-4 years I am looking at scrapping this (literally, given the high cost of battery replacement - $5k?) as the battery will be shot. This is not the case with say a Prius where a) the cost of battery replacement is a lot less, and b) it will still run when the battery is shot.
Thoughts on this? What am I missing?
Thx! Great forum!!
andre
BUT. only 9 bars and LeafSpy says 69.3%. Both of these put it in the worst 5% based on these charts:
https://flipthefleet.org/resources/benchmark-your-leaf-before-buying/
So what I am worried about, is that unless an older Leaf has had its battery replaced, in 3-4 years I am looking at scrapping this (literally, given the high cost of battery replacement - $5k?) as the battery will be shot. This is not the case with say a Prius where a) the cost of battery replacement is a lot less, and b) it will still run when the battery is shot.
Thoughts on this? What am I missing?
Thx! Great forum!!
andre