thought about that too, but if this goes through, the used market's gonna get kicked in the teeth.
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I ordered a M3 LR AWD yesterday. I have little confidence Democrats can pass this bill as it is without the full support of their own senators. i.e. Manchin. They will probably pass some super trimmed down version of it with support from Republicans. I would think at that point the EV portion of the bill would be gone. Of course none of us have a magical crystal ball. I am just making an educated guess here. I opted for ordering and enjoying the car rather than playing the waiting game.
Well now that I have put my order on hold, of course this will be what happens. So, you are welcome.
Seriously, the odds are low but I thought it was worth a little delayed gratification.
⚡️ELECTROMAN⚡️
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I convinced my parents to get a Model Y this spring. Unfortunately now we have this possible $10,000 EV incentive to consider. I guess there’s much worse problems to have. It’s more than twice what they have ever spent on a car before, so I would feel bad if they bought it now and then a few months later it’s $10,000 cheaper.
Their 2007 Outback only has 70k miles on it, so no immediate need, other than life is too short not to be driving a Tesla when you’re 80 years old, or any age for that matter.
Their 2007 Outback only has 70k miles on it, so no immediate need, other than life is too short not to be driving a Tesla when you’re 80 years old, or any age for that matter.
Dogs_In_A_Pile
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That becomes a huge factor the older you get. I'm retired but not near that age and justified my recent order with the fact I'm not getting any younger. Might as well enjoy what I can for as long as I can and the Model 3 is definitely more enjoyable to drive than my current vehicle.
already ordered and will accept delivery. with the influx on the inferstructure bill as it is and the idea that the price is predicted to rise, I would forgo the 7000 tax credit at this point and rather save the 7000 in fuel costs over my non hybrid gas car. For me it was a really simple decision.. do I wait till gas prices arein the 5 dollar a gallon range or do I save now?
deferring your buy for another 5 months to see what happens won't cost that much in fuel (more like $300-500), but I get it, having a new car now rather than later is a good thing.
I agree with your point about gas. The bigger thing to keep an eye out for is to see how much Tesla increases the price. It seems as that the car goes up $500 every other week. We can only imagine it will continue that trend esp with the chip shortage and demand for the car exceeding the supply by a large amount.
That high demand probably means it is harder to get the credits in the bill, i mean, why give extra encouragement when people are already maxing the supply?
When I put my order on hold, i was told the price will stay the same unless I change something, so I can wait without worrying about getting hit with a price bump.
oreobbq
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GM seeks to restore EV tax credit
The automaker is asking the Biden administration to let its customers become eligible for the same tax credits that other brands can still use
GM seeks to restore EV tax creditMake it happen! 7500 is better than nothing.
Have wanted to get an EV for several years, but with two newer reliable cars (Camry hybrid & RAV4) I have held off. The Camry was totaled in January so decided it was time to get serious about an EV. My primary criteria going into my decision were a car made in the US, great range, safety, price, and a car that looked sharp (no offense to the owners of other EV makes). Placed my order for M3 LR in April. A federal tax credit would be fantastic if it happens and if it ends up being retroactive, but that is a lot to ask for and I won't hold my breath. I guess I could delay my delivery and see what happens with the bill, but not sure I can wait. Getting by with one car is getting old and with my new M3 staring me down next month...
oreobbq
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We are awaiting bank checks and lien clearing.
19 M3P, FSD, unplugged performance low springs, F+R swaybars, PPF, martian rims and a lot of miles which i still think I may have over paid for.
oreobbq
Member
Well prices are high across the board at this time. You get to enjoy your M3P now while avoiding these gas prices. Those are nice upgrades also!
Edit: Just saw you were the one who made this thread. You were supposed to stay strong for the rest of us man lmao.
Edit: Just saw you were the one who made this thread. You were supposed to stay strong for the rest of us man lmao.
I found out my work discount would only be $1500 (then taxed down to like $800) for the performance version. And I would have spent a pretty penny on similar mods to this so in the end id say its a wash. Hopefully at 120k miles i can still get fair trade in. Thats only 60k miles away, or 2-3 years sadly....
Did I not read the poll properly...is there an option for ordering, and delaying until whenever...which they will do, and hope for the EV tax credit.
If it doesn't transpire...well, used one I guess. Sell my place to someone else if it doesn't transpire. Or, lock in the price now if the credit comes through and buy.
Know a few people doing this and have already ordered/waiting it out.
If it doesn't transpire...well, used one I guess. Sell my place to someone else if it doesn't transpire. Or, lock in the price now if the credit comes through and buy.
Know a few people doing this and have already ordered/waiting it out.
I was told by Tesla online I can only defer acceptance at most 3 months. Others have had like ordering, talking to their service adviser and getting them to delay their order for months more.
No promises it seems.
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