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I would ask if they accept pre-purchase inspection (PPI). basically they will drop of the car to a mercedes dealer for full inspection. normally just 2-3 hr labor and dealer will give you some update.
I done that before when I purchased a M3CS through a local used car dealer few years ago.
Good idea. Ask for a Vehicle Master Inquiry also, to see everything that was ever done on the car.
Just curious...what happened to the seat cover.....
The seat cover was defective when we took delivery almost a year ago. We did not do a thorough inspection late in the evening when we made a choice between two EQS SUVs. The other available SUV had a noticeable dent in the passenger side door. The trade-in value of our Taycan was falling like a rock at the time. A better offer from the dealer compared to offers we received on the Taycan earlier in the day was motivating us to do a deal that evening. It wasn't until we drove off the lot that we discovered the issue with the seat. It took ten months to get a new seat cover from Germany.
A year later it now seems to have been silly to worry about the value of the Taycan dropping by $12K when the EQS SUV we got in exchange has depreciated $50K since Tesla lowered prices and EA is doing its best to make EVs a failed experiment.
The seat cover was defective when we took delivery almost a year ago. We did not do a thorough inspection late in the evening when we made a choice between two EQS SUVs. The other available SUV had a noticeable dent in the passenger side door. The trade-in value of our Taycan was falling like a rock at the time. A better offer from the dealer compared to offers we received on the Taycan earlier in the day was motivating us to do a deal that evening. It wasn't until we drove off the lot that we discovered the issue with the seat. It took ten months to get a new seat cover from Germany.
A year later it now seems to have been silly to worry about the value of the Taycan dropping by $12K when the EQS SUV we got in exchange has depreciated $50K since Tesla lowered prices and EA is doing its best to make EVs a failed experiment.
Defective EQS SUV Napa leather seat cover.
Did you buy your EQS?
I would never "buy" an EQS at least brand new. I'd lease it first, see how the market flows, and negotiate with MB at the end of the lease if I want to buy the car out.
I saw a 2022 CPO 27k miles EQS450+ for 59K... I'm glad I didn't finance or buy my EQS. It's going back to MB at the end and I will have them deal with depreciation.
Hey everyone, I’m in the market for an electric car and have been looking at used EQS. I found a 22 model in my area that was a one owner lease with ~35k miles for $60k. What’s everyone’s experience with the 22 model year EQS. I know there have been a decent amount of electrical issues with them being a new model. Would you feel comfortable buying a used EQS that’s almost out of warranty? I believe the manufacturer warranty is 50,000 miles. I know the battery warranty is a lot longer.
I have had 2 different EQS 580s and both were completely trouble free. Awesome car. At $60k I would say it doesn’t require a second thought. That’s a bargain for a car of this caliber.
The seat cover was defective when we took delivery almost a year ago. We did not do a thorough inspection late in the evening when we made a choice between two EQS SUVs. The other available SUV had a noticeable dent in the passenger side door. The trade-in value of our Taycan was falling like a rock at the time. A better offer from the dealer compared to offers we received on the Taycan earlier in the day was motivating us to do a deal that evening. It wasn't until we drove off the lot that we discovered the issue with the seat. It took ten months to get a new seat cover from Germany.
A year later it now seems to have been silly to worry about the value of the Taycan dropping by $12K when the EQS SUV we got in exchange has depreciated $50K since Tesla lowered prices and EA is doing its best to make EVs a failed experiment.
Defective EQS SUV Napa leather seat cover.
Sorry, that is bad luck about the seat. Not sure how that got out of the factory, let alone out of the dealership after multiple eyes had taken a look at it. You bought this brand new, to be down $50,000? While the depreciation is brutal, that is any high end German luxury car. I've told this story elsewhere on this forum, but pre pandemic, I got my parents a 1.5 year old BMW 7 Series w/ 2000 miles for an amazing half off the MSRP of like $130,000. It was never even titled...driven by a BMW executive. Back in 2011 I got an awesome 2008 BMW 7 Series for $33,000 w/ 29,000 miles, original MSRP of $100,000...awesome car I drove to 70,000 miles and sold for $21,000. For all of us buying the EQS new or close to it, it will cost a small fortune in depreciation.
taycan Gts I bought 180k and sold in this May for 120k. exactly 1 year 12k miles. taycan price crash about 10k-15k at June tho
Ouch! Painful. Unless our EQS causes major problems, we plan to keep it for the long run, so I'm not sweating the depreciation. We tried to keep our Jaguar I Pace for the long run, but made it only 4.5 years, with the car being at the shop literally about 1/3 of the time. And they still could not fix it. Much better start w/ the EQS w/ no issues at 11,500 miles. Hoping my new EQB treats me well, but we'll see. Jaguar seemed like a beta project, or maybe even a test mule. So awesome when working, though. Do you guys think the Taycan will stabilize in price after the initial plunge? As crazy as it sounds, I think the EQS or Taycan is a relative bargain at $145,000, considering you can buy a pos Jeep for over $100,000, or a Toyota for the same. I don't think anyone can claim any Jeep or Toyota is anywhere near EQS territory.
Ouch! Painful. Unless our EQS causes major problems, we plan to keep it for the long run, so I'm not sweating the depreciation. We tried to keep our Jaguar I Pace for the long run, but made it only 4.5 years, with the car being at the shop literally about 1/3 of the time. And they still could not fix it. Much better start w/ the EQS w/ no issues at 11,500 miles. Hoping my new EQB treats me well, but we'll see. Jaguar seemed like a beta project, or maybe even a test mule. So awesome when working, though. Do you guys think the Taycan will stabilize in price after the initial plunge? As crazy as it sounds, I think the EQS or Taycan is a relative bargain at $145,000, considering you can buy a pos Jeep for over $100,000, or a Toyota for the same. I don't think anyone can claim any Jeep or Toyota is anywhere near EQS territory.
We drove a GLB loaner when our EQS SUV was in the shop for a wheel alignment. 50 miles in the GLB is enough for a lifetime. I can't imagine being satisfied with an EQB after driving your EQS 580. I would look for a year old pre-owned EQS SUV being dumped by an owner who could not adapt to life with an EV before I bought an EQB.
taycan Gts I bought 180k and sold in this May for 120k. exactly 1 year 12k miles. taycan price crash about 10k-15k at June tho
Part of your problem though is you overpaid for the Taycan by over optioning it. Nobody should pay more than 155-160k for a GTS. Once you are up at 180k you should have a Turbo.
2022 Taycan GTS, 2023 EQS580 SUV, 2023 EQS580 sedan
my friend has a turbo on hand now. he heard me sold for 120k he went to check at July, they only offer 80K. his car msrp is 190k. his taycan turbo is 2021 has more mileage ~23000 miles.
btw my taycan dealer sold for 135k in 1 week.
right now taycan in lot gives 10k discount. it is the only Porsche model that gives discount. it is all about supply and demand.
if 911 production is 100 times more than now, the price of this car will drop to half.
Taycan is a good car don't give me wrong. I won't sell it if I don't have back pain.
Originally Posted by stealth.pilot
Part of your problem though is you overpaid for the Taycan by over optioning it. Nobody should pay more than 155-160k for a GTS. Once you are up at 180k you should have a Turbo.
We drove a GLB loaner when our EQS SUV was in the shop for a wheel alignment. 50 miles in the GLB is enough for a lifetime. I can't imagine being satisfied with an EQB after driving your EQS 580. I would look for a year old pre-owned EQS SUV being dumped by an owner who could not adapt to life with an EV before I bought an EQB.
Lol....not a fan of the GLB. Keep in mind though that the GLB is a different experience than an EQB. I've seen a couple reviewers talking about that, for which I agree. But for me it is a super easy to drive around town car with great visibility and smaller in size. Seat preference and driving position is obviously a personal thing, but I find the EQB great in both regards. It's got a great stereo, nice tech, heated seats and steering wheel, and driver assistance package. And I'm putting on Nokian snow tires, and it will be our winter car instead of taking out the EQS on the worst weather days. I find ice MB cars pretty boring and I'm not interested, but I'm really happy with my EQB.
Lol....not a fan of the GLB. Keep in mind though that the GLB is a different experience than an EQB. I've seen a couple reviewers talking about that, for which I agree. But for me it is a super easy to drive around town car with great visibility and smaller in size. Seat preference and driving position is obviously a personal thing, but I find the EQB great in both regards. It's got a great stereo, nice tech, heated seats and steering wheel, and driver assistance package. And I'm putting on Nokian snow tires, and it will be our winter car instead of taking out the EQS on the worst weather days. I find ice MB cars pretty boring and I'm not interested, but I'm really happy with my EQB.
What makes the EQB better than a GLB? I thought the chassis were pretty much identical.
my friend has a turbo on hand now. he heard me sold for 120k he went to check at July, they only offer 80K. his car msrp is 190k. his taycan turbo is 2021 has more mileage ~23000 miles.
btw my taycan dealer sold for 135k in 1 week.
right now taycan in lot gives 10k discount. it is the only Porsche model that gives discount. it is all about supply and demand.
if 911 production is 100 times more than now, the price of this car will drop to half.
Taycan is a good car don't give me wrong. I won't sell it if I don't have back pain.
seems you are right. I just looked on Cars and Bids and prices have plummeted.
But that offer of 80k was a joke. If he wants more than that he can just put it on cars and bids and sell it within a week for around 120k.
I do agree that I could find a used EQS from a Mercedes dealer. The difference is, this is probably listed at $10k lower which is a big difference. It’s why I’m considering buying from a local dealer.
Ok for a little perspective on the cost of repairs. I went to a local EV event and ran into a guy I used to work with who has an Audi E-tron, He said he had a motor cooling leak repaired under warranty that would have cost $12K had it not been covered.
What makes the EQB better than a GLB? I thought the chassis were pretty much identical.
Being electric, it is super well grounded/1000 pounds heavier and handles much better/differently than the GLB. It is whisper quiet with no engine making noise. Of course it benefits from the instant torque of an EV. I would have no interest in a GLB. Or any other ice MB, except maybe an S class coupe. Loaner ice MB I've driven are a complete yawn.
Ok for a little perspective on the cost of repairs. I went to a local EV event and ran into a guy I used to work with who has an Audi E-tron, He said he had a motor cooling leak repaired under warranty that would have cost $12K had it not been covered.
Oh my goodness. No wonder used e-trons are so cheap.
I'd like a used EQS/Taycan/E-tron GT/Lucid Air/BMW iX, but I'm scared of repair costs once the warranty is expired. What do you guys think?
Oh my goodness. No wonder used e-trons are so cheap.
I'd like a used EQS/Taycan/E-tron GT/Lucid Air/BMW iX, but I'm scared of repair costs once the warranty is expired. What do you guys think?
You can purchase an extend warranty from a reputable company like Fidelity who covers the EV battery and drivetrain. Below is my contact information for more information.
Trenton O. Gibson tgibson@highline-autos.com Highline Autos Direct: 602.909.9216 Office: 480.348.0777
Oh my goodness. No wonder used e-trons are so cheap.
I'd like a used EQS/Taycan/E-tron GT/Lucid Air/BMW iX, but I'm scared of repair costs once the warranty is expired. What do you guys think?
Its a 120k+ car......nothing is cheap. After the warranty period an extended warranty is absolutely essential. A 2000 dollar investment can save you very big bucks. I always get one. The good thing is that the battery warranty is 8 years /100k miles given that the battery is 40k.
Its a 120k+ car......nothing is cheap. After the warranty period an extended warranty is absolutely essential. A 2000 dollar investment can save you very big bucks. I always get one. The good thing is that the battery warranty is 8 years /100k miles given that the battery is 40k.
Is that $2k a year for extended warranty? I'm more concerned about things such as what he mentioned, "motor cooling leak repaired under warranty that would have cost $12K". I'm mostly confident that the battery will be fine since I haven't heard of many EVs needing complete battery replacement.
[QUOTE=GrayA;9019965]Is that $2k a year for extended warranty? I'm more concerned about things such as what he mentioned, "motor cooling leak repaired under warranty that would have cost $12K". I'm mostly confident that the battery will be fine since I haven't heard of many EVs needing complete battery replacement.[/QUOTE
Extended warraty covers everything not covered under warranty. Im not reaaly up to date on the details specific to EVs but I would expect them to mirror the usual ones sold by MB. Regardless Luxury cars with lots of doodads are not known for being problem free. Quite the contrary! If you want to keep an epensive car past its warranty period after the OEM warranty expires and extended warranty is the way to go.
09-30-2023, 07:35 AM
. Not sure how their EV's will play out over time.
