Hey.. it's me again...
Saw the new design of the 2018 with the increased range and power... so got the itch again....
As usual whenever I make a big financial decision I try to weigh the pros and cons.. I would really appreciate any current owners input to help me either justify the purchase or forget about owning a Leaf :|
Pros-
1. I want one... I've been intrigued since 2010... but it's a want.. not anywhere near a need. I just bought and PAID OFF a 2016 Nissan Altima that is in *knock on wood* perfect condition. I pay about $90 per month in gas, and I really like the car.
2. The technology, and no gas, and the "fun factor" of driving an all electric vehicle.
3. With a potential trade in value of my paid off vehicle, tax incentives and rebates, and a good down payment the car would not cost me that much more (especially when you put in monthly gas savings) literally less than $100 per month.
4. It fits my driving habits- I would charge from home, and my daily driving is well within the 150 mile range.
Any more pros you guys can add????
Cons-
1. I have a perfectly good paid off car that runs great, don't need a new one.
2. I live in South Louisiana- Oil is KING here, therefore there are NO quick charge options for me.. so I would be very limited to where I could go. Even if I just wanted to go to New Orleans, I would have to account for 4 or 5 extra hours of charge time to get back home (only level 2 chargers available).
3. Where I live, my wife and I are very concerned about service on the vehicle if God forbid something were to go wrong with it. My local Dealer won't even sell me a Leaf, I will have to go to New Orleans to buy it. But if something goes wrong, can the mechanics here in Louisiana be able to fix an electric car? How long would that take, how long would I be without a vehicle?
4. I would have to install a level 2 charger at my home, I was quoted a price over the phone of at least $1500 to $2500 for installation as it would require a new circuit box as my house is old.
5. I live in South Louisiana- it's HOT all the time.. isn't this bad for the batteries (rapid gate and whatnot) would this cause my battery to degrade at a faster rate)?
6. My wife said she would be nervous about driving or riding in the vehicle with me.. she would be afraid of us getting stranded if something goes wrong.. come to think of it... maybe this one is a pro ?
7. I do not have a closed in garage, my car would have to charge and be parked out in the open in my driveway or front yard.
8. How long would this car (battery) last? Would it last as long as my current ICE altima will?
I welcome any and all comments... I'm secretly hoping that you guys can help me justify the car... right now I'm having a difficult time.
Thanks in advance,
Coach
Saw the new design of the 2018 with the increased range and power... so got the itch again....
As usual whenever I make a big financial decision I try to weigh the pros and cons.. I would really appreciate any current owners input to help me either justify the purchase or forget about owning a Leaf :|
Pros-
1. I want one... I've been intrigued since 2010... but it's a want.. not anywhere near a need. I just bought and PAID OFF a 2016 Nissan Altima that is in *knock on wood* perfect condition. I pay about $90 per month in gas, and I really like the car.
2. The technology, and no gas, and the "fun factor" of driving an all electric vehicle.
3. With a potential trade in value of my paid off vehicle, tax incentives and rebates, and a good down payment the car would not cost me that much more (especially when you put in monthly gas savings) literally less than $100 per month.
4. It fits my driving habits- I would charge from home, and my daily driving is well within the 150 mile range.
Any more pros you guys can add????
Cons-
1. I have a perfectly good paid off car that runs great, don't need a new one.
2. I live in South Louisiana- Oil is KING here, therefore there are NO quick charge options for me.. so I would be very limited to where I could go. Even if I just wanted to go to New Orleans, I would have to account for 4 or 5 extra hours of charge time to get back home (only level 2 chargers available).
3. Where I live, my wife and I are very concerned about service on the vehicle if God forbid something were to go wrong with it. My local Dealer won't even sell me a Leaf, I will have to go to New Orleans to buy it. But if something goes wrong, can the mechanics here in Louisiana be able to fix an electric car? How long would that take, how long would I be without a vehicle?
4. I would have to install a level 2 charger at my home, I was quoted a price over the phone of at least $1500 to $2500 for installation as it would require a new circuit box as my house is old.
5. I live in South Louisiana- it's HOT all the time.. isn't this bad for the batteries (rapid gate and whatnot) would this cause my battery to degrade at a faster rate)?
6. My wife said she would be nervous about driving or riding in the vehicle with me.. she would be afraid of us getting stranded if something goes wrong.. come to think of it... maybe this one is a pro ?
7. I do not have a closed in garage, my car would have to charge and be parked out in the open in my driveway or front yard.
8. How long would this car (battery) last? Would it last as long as my current ICE altima will?
I welcome any and all comments... I'm secretly hoping that you guys can help me justify the car... right now I'm having a difficult time.
Thanks in advance,
Coach