Hi,
I am considering buying one of the following:
USED 2013 SL Leaf with Prem package for $14,500 OTD. Car is perfect but has one bar missing on battery condition.
NEW 2015 SV Leaf for around $28,000 OTD or $18k after state and fed rebate.
NEW 2016 SL Leaf with 30kw battery for around $37,000 OTD or $27k after state and fed rebate.
OR should I wait? I have a Chevy Volt so know about electric cars. Our electric bill is zero (actually NEGATIVE $286 this year as we put more power than we take out) so fuel is zero or negligible. It's a luxury purchase as we have three cars and two drivers. It's more of a novelty to be honest. I like the Leaf for its nimble ride and versatility (the Volt is nice but no back seats and much bigger).
Wondering if by buying used I am saving the hit on depreciation when these things only get 30-40 miles after 60k miles. Any thoughts? Is the 30kw battery worth the premium cost? Has the tech changed to make it last longer? What other differences are there in the 2016? Thanks everyone.
I am considering buying one of the following:
USED 2013 SL Leaf with Prem package for $14,500 OTD. Car is perfect but has one bar missing on battery condition.
NEW 2015 SV Leaf for around $28,000 OTD or $18k after state and fed rebate.
NEW 2016 SL Leaf with 30kw battery for around $37,000 OTD or $27k after state and fed rebate.
OR should I wait? I have a Chevy Volt so know about electric cars. Our electric bill is zero (actually NEGATIVE $286 this year as we put more power than we take out) so fuel is zero or negligible. It's a luxury purchase as we have three cars and two drivers. It's more of a novelty to be honest. I like the Leaf for its nimble ride and versatility (the Volt is nice but no back seats and much bigger).
Wondering if by buying used I am saving the hit on depreciation when these things only get 30-40 miles after 60k miles. Any thoughts? Is the 30kw battery worth the premium cost? Has the tech changed to make it last longer? What other differences are there in the 2016? Thanks everyone.