Still want an EV? (NO POLITICS)

[RM7]

Originally Posted by eugenebmw

That's why I always want to get a used 7 series A flagship BMW luxury car cost almost the same as a brand new Accord.

And when you have to replace the engine or transmission in short order because you bought a used BMW only intended to run through it's warranty period, it's like buying another new accord.

[carseatsm5]

Originally Posted by RM7

And when you have to replace the engine or transmission in short order because you bought a used BMW only intended to run through it's warranty period, it's like buying another new accord.

That is a crazy amount of depreciation. Why do super luxury cars all seem to drop like a rock used?

[RM7]

Originally Posted by carseatsm5

That is a crazy amount of depreciation. Why do super luxury cars all seem to drop like a rock used?

That's a huge part. Parts and systems that cost crazy amounts to replace if they go bad, so the "worth" of the car depreciates fast, the cars are so complex now that they are almost guaranteed issues down the road. Complex high strung engines that develop issues, etc.

[pbonsalb]

Originally Posted by carseatsm5

Officials warn that EVs could catch fire if inundated with saltwater from Hurricane Helene]

Will nearby swimmers be electrocuted?

[lemos]

I do wonder if there will be a time, where there will be so many OEM batteries, that you can just replace them, outside of the manufacturer. If that day comes, that's when I will consider EVs. Not before then.

[M5Rick]

Originally Posted by carseatsm5

Officials warn that EVs could catch fire if inundated with saltwater from Hurricane Helene


https://finance.yahoo.com/news/offic...201708365.html

Waiting for the count.

[RM7]

Ooh, lets count how many idiots lost their home because they live on the coast or at 5' above sea level.

[gblansten]

Originally Posted by M5Rick

Waiting for the count.

On a human level in addition to the pain that this hurricane has visited on people I hope no one else feels joy if their cars corrode and catch fire.