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+1SanDust said:The Leaf was cheaper especially after the CARB rebate. Plus it was HOV lane eligible. Plus with the online reservation system I didn't have to negotiate with a dealer.
The Volt was simply not available at a reasonable price. Every local dealer I talked to wanted a healthy markup. Contrast that to the 5% discount from MSRP forum members have negotiated with two Bay Area dealerships. My direct impetus for purchasing an EV was the BP oil spill, and the prospect of not needing a drop of gas in my future vehicle was a welcome bonus.