snipershrimp said:
Hi there. Also new to this forum here. I'm from Vancouver BC. I have been shopping for a EV.
Currently I'm driving a 2007 FWD Rav4 and looking into moving to the 2014 Rav4.
So far I found 3 stocks in Vancouver area.
https://vancouver.craigslist.ca/bnc/ctd/d/rare-2014-toyota-rav4-ev/6344155084.html
https://vancouver.craigslist.ca/nvn/ctd/d/2014-toyota-rav4-fully/6365801727.html
https://vancouver.craigslist.ca/nvn/ctd/d/2014-toyota-rav4-fully/6362648999.html
Are they priced right?
What do you guys think?
I would say that there's room for negotiation, but it appears that you get to pick your color. The only thing different between the cars is the four colors; pearl white, fleet white, blue and silver. All cars came with "optional" floor mats.
Anyhoo, if you like one, I'd probably buy any of them if they are clean. You just need to go through the list of known issues with the vehicle prior to sale.
http://www.myrav4ev.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=20079#p20079
Prior to purchase or delivery:
1.
RECALLS - check that all recalls have been done
**** Firmware 1.3.101 (US Government recall)
**** Wiper motor (all Rav4s)
**** Seat belts (all Rav4s)
2.
FOBs / KEYs - make sure the both the mechanical keys work, as well as both fobs (very common problem)
3.
12 VOLT BATTERY - Change the 12 volt battery if it is the original black top Toyota one. They aren't known to last more than 3 years. If you let the 12 volt battery fail, it can cause all kinds of issues for the car. I recommend a
Bosch AGM battery, Group 24F, 60 amp/hour
4.
OWNERS MANUAL - you'll want this, if you aren't familiar with the car
5.
CHARGING CABLE - the original is a 120 volt / 12 amp unit with a blue plug handle
6.
ADJUSTMENTS TO SETTINGS
a. Adjust door unlock remote to open all doors with 1 press; only auto-lock when in drive
b. Adjust car reverse tone to single beep
c. Adjust seat belt reminder chime to only chime once
7.
CABIN HEATER - turn the heater to full blast and feel heat come out. This is a $2500 - $6000 repair, which is why you want a warranty. (Frequently fails)
8.
AIR CONDITIONING - turn on air conditioning and feel cold air (this rarely fails)
9.
TIRES - Check tire wear (the original Yokohamas wear out at 30-40k miles)
10.
BRAKES - check brake wear (rarely much wear)
11.
DAMAGE - look for obvious damage BELOW the car (ran over curb and damaged battery case, etc)
12.
CHARGING - plug it into a J1772 charge station and watch it charge
13.
MOTOR NOISE - listen for motor noise (frequently replaced free of charge with 5 year / 60,000 mile warranty, or Platinum Extended Warranty... could be $10,000 to $15,000 otherwise)
14.
CENTER INFO-TAINMENT SCREEN - make sure center navigation screen works ($4000 to replace when not in warranty)
15.
BATTERY CAPACITY - Check the high voltage "traction" battery capacity http://www.myrav4ev.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=1625
That's about it. It's not likely that MOST Toyota dealers are going to know the car very well, or even care to do so. Use your own due diligence and don't rely on others to check these things.