Scout warns VW dealers on using intimidation to stop direct-to-consumer sales

[smboogie]

I have to agree, just look at recent vehicle sales from reservations that have occurred. Bronco's are a great one, Hummer EV another. People reserved their vehicle at a price and they immediately attempted to add on more costs and charges. As I recall even Rivian attempted this but back tracks when a large % of reservation holders threatened to pull them causing a huge credit to be issued.

The most recent car I purchased was from CarMax and the process was easy, even though it took too much time. Even the trade in was super easy to have completed.

 

[rfk]

https://www.carscoops.com/2025/01/s...ornia-dealer-association-against-legal-fight/

 

[Uncle Spade]

Mic... Drop...

 

[joewilk45]

I need to figure out what to do with my current vehicle lease is up in May of 2026. Do we buy it out at 42 k probably have 30 k miles on it. 2023 Volvo XC90 plug in hybrid. What will it be worth at trade in when scout becomes available ? Or do I walk and lease or buy a Kia or Hyundai for same cost of lease buyout I'm thinking a 2025 Hyundai Palisade maybe worth more than Volvo at trade in or just keep Volvo which is a great ride. Planning for a car 2yrs out poses some challenges.

 

[rfk]

I need to figure out what to do with my current vehicle lease is up in May of 2026. Do we buy it out at 42 k probably have 30 k miles on it. 2023 Volvo XC90 plug in hybrid. What will it be worth at trade in when scout becomes available ? Or do I walk and lease or buy a Kia or Hyundai for same cost of lease buyout I'm thinking a 2025 Hyundai Palisade maybe worth more than Volvo at trade in or just keep Volvo which is a great ride. Planning for a car 2yrs out poses some challenges.

I always helpfully advise fewer job changes and car transactions. If you like the Volvo just keep it, Scout timelines could change again and its better to be in position to just wait it out.

That said, one consideration is warranty coverage on that PHEV - powertrain is 4 years/ 50k miles? Traction battery is 8 years/ 100k miles? Will those cover your likely usage? If not, you might likely get hit with a big $ repair, e.g. ERAD, HVCH, just out of warranty. Perhaps dial-up Steingold Volvo in RH for an extension when the time comes to decide way forward.

 

[joewilk45]

I have prepaid maintenance 4 sets wipers one set of brakes and rotors along with 40,50,60 service to extend warranty 8 yrs 100 k 4 k cost I know Michael thank you for your insight