Recent content by brian123

Update: I'm going with a Volt for the time being. Lease pricing seems to be good, but I may possibly buy with 0% 48 months. That way if the vehicle is still great and the EV market is still maturing, I can keep it and have built a ton of equity into it to trade in later. Wish I could make the...

My drive to work is 1.7 miles, I could essentially ride a bike, but not practical year round or always safe with the drivers here. I've put about 70 miles on my Mustang in town over the last week, which includes a few dealer visits across town. Due to my short burst driving, my 2012 V6 Mustang...

Questions: -- In the market to buy a LEAF, how soon does this indicate availability of the 2015 LEAF? -- If the Morningsky Blue is late availability of June, is that June of this year or next year? -- Would the Blue Ocean still be available early on the 2015 while waiting for the new blue...

Thanks for the feedback, $240 is a decent price, though, I'm waiting on details, such as the residual, money factor, etc. I emailed the sales rep early on the 16th for that, but haven't heard back as of this morning on the 18th. I seem to have the worst luck with email communication to all...

Could taking over an existing lease that only has about a year left be an option for you? Could be something similar, or get something a bit more fun with it being short term.

Hmm, I'm excited about possibly better battery cooling, but not liking that Ocean Blue and Light Grey interior seem to be going away. Those documents show black for all trims, I wouldn't mind a different blue if you could still get a light color interior. Suppose I should still consider the...

Ah, lol, this is where my quote is from too. So, since I can't get the VPP $1000 off, would your quote basically be $1000 due for $253 a month with 15k miles a year? Their TrueCar price is quoting at least $4k off msrp. With the $8200 cashback incentive, the lease should be a even a hair bit...

Did that involve any further discounts like VPP? I'm in Modesto so driving to SF Bay Area is possible. Do you mind posting or messaging me some details about your price and where?

How's is this quote? 2014 LEAFZ SV Led/Quick Charge 36 months 12,000 miles a year 2000 due (includes first month) $240 before taxes Haven't got the numbers behind that.

LEAF -- Spark EV -- VOLT This is a touch decision, all have pros and cons LEAF: Max comfort, Quick Charge, Styling (Cost a bit more for desired features, battery doesn't have advance cooling systems) Spark EV: Cheaper, Funner to drive, estimated better battery life (Rare quick charge method...

TEST DRIVE: So, took the LEAF for a test drive Saturday at my local dealer, a quick 2 mile circuit. Very pleasant ride. Surprisingly, it didn't feel much different than a normal car in terms of response and braking, which is a good thing (Unless I hit ECO button). Coming from a 305hp V6 Mustang...

Thank you for the history. So then this is probably a good opportunity then to buy a LEAF while there's this additional $2500 cash back I suppose.

So, while looking to purchase or lease a LEAF in California, some new Nissan incentives popped up in California this month. Lease went from $7500 incentive (Federal) to $8200. Purchase now has a $2500 cash back from Nissan financing After speaking with Nissan dealer, I'm told this is Nissan's...

Received a reply from one of my TrueCar quotes from a Hayward dealer. I'm confused by a note at the end of their message: (Exact wording) I know someone commented that funds are gone for that rebate, so it will take time until the new budget comes in, but not that it is gone. Could the...

That's a good idea to check around. Carmax, I checked them out the moment I started toying with the idea of selling. I heard it could be hit or miss, worse than KBB trade in value, or better. Sadly, they wanted to offer $16k, far below KBB trade in. The dealer I bought it from recently had a...