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Apparently you won't get much for it, then. I'm kind of in the same boat, but I'd really like to get an electric model that's been produced for a few years, wh

Apparently you won't get much for it, then. I'm kind of in the same boat, but I'd really like to get an electric model that's been produced for a few years, which means there won't be much on the used market.

hammock 9y ago
You missed his point. He will wear out his car until it has no value then gladly buy another used car at a great price.
- gozur88 9y ago
  I didn't miss the point. That was a joke.
madengr 9y ago
There are lots of 2015 Nissan Leafs coming off 2 year leases. I picked up one 6 months ago for $8500 with 19k miles.
- gozur88 9y ago
  The Leaf is a bit lean on range for me. That's not a bad price, though.
Cerium 9y ago
About two years ago I bought an off lease 2012 Nissan Leaf for about 12k including all taxes and fees. It had 20k miles on it, very good condition, and battery at about 90%. So far I have been very happy, and have spent nearly no money on the car besides insurance and registration since my employer offers free charging. Obviously range is an issue, but is mitigated since I am married and have a gas car as well to use on longer trips. My wife and I never both drive further than the leaf can take us in a normal work day. Anyway, I tell this story because I was surprised to find that there were a huge number available in the Bay Area where I live. It seems that uncertainty over future models with increased range and the lifespan of the batteries has made many people reluctant to make a purchase leaving quite a glut. The retailer I purchased from had about 25 Nissan Leafs in his lot.
- Baeocystin 9y ago
  I've been thinking about picking up a lightly-used leaf, but the prices are plummeting, and I'm willing to bet they'll drop further still once the longer-range 2018 model comes out. And you're right about how many are around the bay area. Even here in Gilroy, there are a half-dozen used ones sitting on the lots.
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hammock 9y ago

You missed his point. He will wear out his car until it has no value then gladly buy another used car at a great price.

gozur88 9y ago
I didn't miss the point. That was a joke.

madengr 9y ago

There are lots of 2015 Nissan Leafs coming off 2 year leases. I picked up one 6 months ago for $8500 with 19k miles.

gozur88 9y ago
The Leaf is a bit lean on range for me. That's not a bad price, though.

Cerium 9y ago

About two years ago I bought an off lease 2012 Nissan Leaf for about 12k including all taxes and fees. It had 20k miles on it, very good condition, and battery at about 90%. So far I have been very happy, and have spent nearly no money on the car besides insurance and registration since my employer offers free charging. Obviously range is an issue, but is mitigated since I am married and have a gas car as well to use on longer trips. My wife and I never both drive further than the leaf can take us in a normal work day. Anyway, I tell this story because I was surprised to find that there were a huge number available in the Bay Area where I live. It seems that uncertainty over future models with increased range and the lifespan of the batteries has made many people reluctant to make a purchase leaving quite a glut. The retailer I purchased from had about 25 Nissan Leafs in his lot.

Baeocystin 9y ago
I've been thinking about picking up a lightly-used leaf, but the prices are plummeting, and I'm willing to bet they'll drop further still once the longer-range 2018 model comes out. And you're right about how many are around the bay area. Even here in Gilroy, there are a half-dozen used ones sitting on the lots.

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