Tue Feb 04, 2014 10:55 pm
I asked about the 2013 model in December, was told it wasn't available anymore, put a deposit on the 2014 model stipulating I'll only take one provided the BC rebate is still available (due to expire end of March I think). Got a call from the dealer few weeks later that they found a 2013 model and in the color I wanted and that I could pick it up anytime. Picked up the SV in Blue Ocean - gorgeous color (I was a bit worried since I chose it based on photos only) on Jan 5th. Got a small discount from the dealer since I was technically buying the 'last year's model'. Put almost 1000 kms on it so far and I absolutely LOVE IT! What a wonderful car. Great handling, I love the preheat option in the winter, more options than I understand what to do with...
Decided not to install a charging station at home, I just plug it into regular outlet on the side of our house. Car easily trickle-charges overnight. I have also used a number of many Level 2 chargers in Burnaby, Vancouver & Richmond for a quick top up (I calculated it gives me about 5.5 km top-up every 10 minutes not accounting for heating). Fast charging station is coming this year I think.
Apparently there are less than 700 ev's registered in BC at the moment, sharing almost 350 charging stations which BC Hydro pushed for. A great province to jump onto the ev wagon. I am surprised more people don't want to get one here.