Chevy Volt

[Mark-Ia]

My son is looking at a 2017 Chevy Volt. Anyone here have any experience with one?

 

[buickanddeere]

Is it past warranty ? Can your son afford to walk away from it . In case the vehicle needs $$$ repairs .

 

[buickanddeere]

Plus 8 year old batteries will have lost some capacity .
How much is the price of the vehicle ?

 

[buickanddeere]

Higher prices than I expected

 

[Mark-Ia]

Higher prices than I expected

100,000 miles with a price of $10,500

 

[JMOR]

At least it is a hybrid, so I suppose it can keep going with a total battery failure? If it were pure BEV, I would sure pass on it at that age, because standard BEV has battery warranty to 10 years and after that, if it needs a battery, the cost will be more than car is worth. Time to meet the crusher.

 

[timcasbolt]

A replacement battery would run $10,000+. Something to keep in mind.

 

[JMOR]

A replacement battery would run $10,000+. Something to keep in mind.

That would about double the cost of the car!

 

[JMOR]

Clearly he has no children that he cares about, so I'll forego the obvious of "time + unknown variables * massive potential energy = don't be stupid!!" discussions. In any event, I was specifically warned away from those cars. You see, I have a good old 5 ton 6 X 6. These cars, like the basic crappy Subaroes, seem to be the perfect size that -when you run 'em over them - they get hung up under your Tool Boxes and BEFORE the central axle/ tires can grab it. Then ya got to back up and re-squish it with your fr. axle, go back into fwd gear and then and only then you can completely and easily drive over it. Not Cool!

"-when you run 'em over them". Don't you know better than to do that!

 

[Ericp351]

Good news- with a car like that he ain't got to worry about birth control!

 

[JMOR]

Terrell TX, Saturday, 4 of 5 in a Ford F-150 killed in collision. Update, the 5th has now died from injuries, making 6 total, 3 semis the F-150 and 3 cars.

 

[MarkB_MI]

I'm sure most of us have purchased vehicles that, in retrospect, were poor choices. If your son likes the Volt, I see no reason he shouldn't buy it. It will probably be a learning experience for him, one way or another.

I've known several folks who bought or leased new Volts, but I don't know anyone who currently owns one. They went out of production after 2019, not so much because they were bad but rather because they were an expensive car to build and difficult to sell for a price that was profitable.

Here are my concerns: The Volt is a complicated vehicle that shares few if any parts with other GM models. Your son is likely to be dependent on the dealer for parts and service, since there aren't enough of them on the road to support a big aftermarket industry. GM tries to provide parts support for ten years after end of production, meaning parts will dry up after 2029, if not sooner. And your son may have a hard time finding a dealer with a Volt-qualified mechanic. (That's a problem I've run into with my Duramax Silverado, which IS still in production.) As long as the Volt keeps running, he'll be fine. But a fairly minor issue might force him to park it.

 

[Mule Meat]

Clearly he has no children that he cares about, so I'll forego the obvious of "time + unknown variables * massive potential energy = don't be stupid!!" discussions. In any event, I was specifically warned away from those cars. You see, I have a good old 5 ton 6 X 6. These cars, like the basic crappy Subaroes, seem to be the perfect size that -when you run 'em over them - they get hung up under your Tool Boxes and BEFORE the central axle/ tires can grab it. Then ya got to back up and re-squish it with your fr. axle, go back into fwd gear and then and only then you can completely and easily drive over it. Not Cool!

What may I ask are you talking about?

 

[560Dennis]

My coworker had leased two , he didn’t have any trouble . I have not seen him in five years so I don’t know any more .

 

[showcrop]

What may I ask are you talking about?

If you go back and look at a few of his posts you can't help but see the pattern, and have a good laugh.

 

[Keith True]

Chevy dealer said the battery runs fron $2500-$4000,installed,depending on some upgrade owners might want to make.He said he never replaced a battery that was worn out from age or use.He did some recalls,a few damaged by accidents,a couple with factory defects,and in what he found hard to believe,a couple of high mile cars where the owners made a pre-emptive strike.He told me to stay away from internet fairy tales,they're entertaining,but not factual.I've studied these things a lot,and personally I don't care for hybrids.I like the idea,but I don't like the complexity of two systems married up together,taking turns.Pick one,either gas or electrons,and go with it.With that said,there a lot of younger Prius owners in my family,and they are all on their second or third vehicles.The only repairs they have had done have been tires and brakes.

 

[JMOR]

Chevy dealer said the battery runs fron $2500-$4000,installed,depending on some upgrade owners might want to make.He said he never replaced a battery that was worn out from age or use.He did some recalls,a few damaged by accidents,a couple with factory defects,and in what he found hard to believe,a couple of high mile cars where the owners made a pre-emptive strike.He told me to stay away from internet fairy tales,they're entertaining,but not factual.I've studied these things a lot,and personally I don't care for hybrids.I like the idea,but I don't like the complexity of two systems married up together,taking turns.Pick one,either gas or electrons,and go with it.With that said,there a lot of younger Prius owners in my family,and they are all on their second or third vehicles.The only repairs they have had done have been tires and brakes.

"Young people on second & 3rd Prius".....does not speak well for reliability/longevity.

 

[Keith True]

It does to me.35-40 year old nephews who put 180-200,000 miles on them before they trade.I doubt they get much for them,but they trade to stay in a trouble free situation.They would never dream of running something into the ground like I do.Not one of them ever traded up because the car was worn out.I don't have that kind of mindset.Not one of those boys has needed a tow or a roadside rescue since they were 20.Now before that either AAA or I hauled their Camrys,Jettas,Mazdas,Nissans,Cierras,etc in quite a lot.They don't even know what it is like to go to a repair shop now.

 

[JMOR]

It does to me.35-40 year old nephews who put 180-200,000 miles on them before they trade.I doubt they get much for them,but they trade to stay in a trouble free situation.They would never dream of running something into the ground like I do.Not one of them ever traded up because the car was worn out.I don't have that kind of mindset.Not one of those boys has needed a tow or a roadside rescue since they were 20.Now before that either AAA or I hauled their Camrys,Jettas,Mazdas,Nissans,Cierras,etc in quite a lot.They don't even know what it is like to go to a repair shop now.

I have NEVER needed a roadside rescue or tow in several Chevys and MBs. So, I guess that means these were at least as good as a Prius!

 

[Mark-Ia]

Bought the Volt. Dealer knocked off $500.00 off the price, 6 month warranty on anything with the car, plus there is a $3600.00 tax credit on the vehicle. Makes it very affordable.