I didn't have to pay the $200 Georgia EV fee when I bought out the lease in December. It seems that many others have reported that they had to pay it before their birthdays when purchasing.
I e-mailed all the local dealers about a buyout of my 2015 SV expiring this month. Offers varied greatly, but I took one for $9000, more than $7300 off my reserve of $16,326. I had to pay a $699 processing fee and finance.
Would you mind saying what dealer you used? I am not getting a very good offer from Atlanta dealers on my 2015 expiring this month. So far they are adding substantial fees.
Did you have to pay the $200 Georgia EV tax again? I just paid it when I renewed my tag for the lease and hoped it would be good for the year if I purchase the car.