Direct to Consumer Model in States Where it is Illegal

[Nice Dawg]

Does anyone know how Scout will address the direct to consumer model in states where it is currently not allowed? I know Texas does not allow it and I assume I would need to take delivery at the factory if that’s the case.

The lobbyists for the Auto Dealers association is strong!

 

[quikster]

While I would love to travel to the factory and do a factory tour along with picking up my Scout, you really need to go over the vehicle when you pick it up:

• VIN number match
• Glass and mirror inspection
• Wheel inspection
• Interior/exterior lights
• Other electronics (Bluetooth, GPS, Charging ports, cameras...)
• Door panel alignment
• Sit in the seats

There may be issues you want resolved before you leave the pickup point, and that may mean leaving your vehicle there until resolved.

I am not sure where this leaves me on picking a delivery option since I have not seen Scout's choices yet, and I have not seen any other buyer reports on delivery day experiences.

luckily for me that wouldn't be too much of an issues as the factory is only ~1.5 hours away so I would certainly be willing to drive there to pick it up.

 

[JBScout]

NC doesn't allow direct to consumer sales. Everyone that has a Rivian picked up out of state.

Tesla figured a way around it. VW pockets are deep, they can make it happen. Here's a better question, where do Rivian owners, and where will Scout owners service their cars?

 

[blmtnc]

Tesla figured a way around it. VW pockets are deep, they can make it happen. Here's a better question, where do Rivian owners, and where will Scout owners service their cars?

I think Scout has made public statements that they're all in on a remote servicing model where parts and tech(s) are sent to you for things the average consumer can't take on.

 

[timmyhil]

Scout plans on service centers and at home/remote service. They have also said that 80% of the car will be right to repair and that the owner will be able to do it them selves.