I have a 2015 MS 85D - 92k miles, and got the dreaded BMS_u018 code and won't start without a jump to the 12v. Can't drive it but can put it in tow mode. I still owe money on it (bought used almost 4 years ago) and got the offer from Tesla to transfer FUSC to a new vehicle if I take delivery by EOY.
I'm in a bind - I've got a quote from @Recell for a battery replacement/upgrade, I tried to reach out to @wk057 but haven't gotten a response, and Tesla wants $16k for a like-for-like replacement. I asked about trading as-is, they said if it drives in, sure they'll honor the online trade-in value, but if it doesn't drive, they can't. The problem is the same either way - needs a new HV battery.
What's the best course of action here? I could try to sell it outright, too, but I would still love to have an EV like a Tesla, and that FUSC is very nice and I wouldn't sell it with the car unless I'm trading to Tesla.
I'm in a bind - I've got a quote from @Recell for a battery replacement/upgrade, I tried to reach out to @wk057 but haven't gotten a response, and Tesla wants $16k for a like-for-like replacement. I asked about trading as-is, they said if it drives in, sure they'll honor the online trade-in value, but if it doesn't drive, they can't. The problem is the same either way - needs a new HV battery.
What's the best course of action here? I could try to sell it outright, too, but I would still love to have an EV like a Tesla, and that FUSC is very nice and I wouldn't sell it with the car unless I'm trading to Tesla.