Re: Buying LEAF

[UkboyTop contributor]

Dont know how far this's true..but there may be a reduction of taxes.

[Deegoda Gamage]

Ravi Karunanayake and Badula Gunawardhna are in the same boat

The think they are Economists

Late Mr Kingsly Wickkraratne also thought in the same way

[BullvsBear]

Now I think it's worth considering the purchase of an electric car.

Shall wait till the car dealers come out with their pricing structure.

Some sales people who got the news earlier and many others speculated of duty hike, have imported LEAF vehicles in numbers over the last few months, aiming good gains. Now that will not work, instead, already imported and newly importing vehicls will create some oversupply scenario further reducing price to the shit. Entrance of the new improved version further affect the older version market. So if any one is planing to buy one it may be prudent to wait few weeks and see the pattern.  Some what sounds  like stock picking eh! It's very important to identify the bottom in both cases.

Yes Hal u r correct,new Leaf 2014 5D X @ 28/=now @ nugegoda from today,what about used leaf then

This is soo interesting,and i also like to see this plummet to Electric cars and Eco Friendly Cars.

Now You can Buy a Nissan Leaf for around Rs 2.3 mn even    
(Not pearl white color)

[Deegoda Gamage]

Some people say Electric car tax has been a Deal.No economic reason to increase tax

Thank President. HE has taken correct decision

Because of wrong decisions of one person whole marketing system of electric cars is fully complicated now

Who is resposible

[nis2008]

Now You can Buy a Nissan Leaf for around Rs 2.3 mn even    
(Not pearl white color)

you are talking about used car price or unregistered??. i checked in internet all cars are above 2.8m

[chutiputhaTop contributor]

Now I think it's worth considering the purchase of an electric car.

Shall wait till the car dealers come out with their pricing structure.

Some sales people who got the news earlier and many others speculated of duty hike, have imported LEAF vehicles in numbers over the last few months, aiming good gains. Now that will not work, instead, already imported and newly importing vehicls will create some oversupply scenario further reducing price to the shit. Entrance of the new improved version further affect the older version market. So if any one is planing to buy one it may be prudent to wait few weeks and see the pattern.  Some what sounds  like stock picking eh! It's very important to identify the bottom in both cases.

Yes Hal u r correct,new Leaf 2014 5D X @ 28/=now @ nugegoda from today,what about used leaf then

This is soo interesting,and i also like to see this plummet to Electric cars and Eco Friendly Cars.

Now You can Buy a Nissan Leaf for around Rs 2.3 mn even    
(Not pearl white color)

yes...2014 Used...can be catch around 2.2M

[HAL9000Top contributor]

When 2016 240 km range models flood the market, older models can go further dirt cheap.

[HUNTERTop contributor]

I wish I could see the weekly price range of LEAF plotted in a chart.

Some simple TA will show the optimum price and the time to pick one.

I expect the chart to show a 'Pin bar' or a 'head and shoulder'

[BullvsBear]

Now I think it's worth considering the purchase of an electric car.

Shall wait till the car dealers come out with their pricing structure.

Some sales people who got the news earlier and many others speculated of duty hike, have imported LEAF vehicles in numbers over the last few months, aiming good gains. Now that will not work, instead, already imported and newly importing vehicls will create some oversupply scenario further reducing price to the shit. Entrance of the new improved version further affect the older version market. So if any one is planing to buy one it may be prudent to wait few weeks and see the pattern.  Some what sounds  like stock picking eh! It's very important to identify the bottom in both cases.

Yes Hal u r correct,new Leaf 2014 5D X @ 28/=now @ nugegoda from today,what about used leaf then

This is soo interesting,and i also like to see this plummet to Electric cars and Eco Friendly Cars.

Now You can Buy a Nissan Leaf for around Rs 2.3 mn even    
(Not pearl white color)

yes...2014 Used...can be catch around 2.2M

Used in Japan ....
Unregistered in SL....

I also think going for a Nissan Leaf..
What do you think guys...

Should I wait another couple of months..

[BullvsBear]

When 2016 240 km range models flood the market, older models can go further dirt cheap.

http://2016electriccars.com/2016-nissan-leaf-release-date-and-changes/

[BullvsBear]

I wish I could see the weekly price range of LEAF plotted in a chart.

Some simple TA will show the optimum price and the time to pick one.

I expect the chart to show a 'Pin bar' or a 'head and shoulder'

 

Wow...

waiting to see your Nissan Leaf TA

[chutiputhaTop contributor]

Latest Update - Leaf is 2M now. Used in Japan 75000KM.
Unregistered in SL

[කිත්සිරි ද සිල්වාTop contributor]

75K is like a life time in a place like Japan.
(I am yet to see any stalled LEAF on E01).  

Latest Update - Leaf is 2M now. Used in Japan 75000KM.
Unregistered in SL

[HAL9000Top contributor]

75K is like a life time in a place like Japan.
(I am yet to see any stalled LEAF on E01).  

Latest Update - Leaf is 2M now. Used in Japan 75000KM.
Unregistered in SL

75 K one must be a taxi in Japan , By the way in a LEAF review article, it was mentioned that the highest Odo meter recording in Japan so far was a taxi and it was just above 100,000 km, and the battery indicator shows 99% healthy battery according to the review that I read few months back.

[chutiputhaTop contributor]

Yah Hal,I also hope it should be a taxi in Japan....
Anyway Now the Floating around 2M to 2.3M

75K is like a life time in a place like Japan.
(I am yet to see any stalled LEAF on E01).  

Latest Update - Leaf is 2M now. Used in Japan 75000KM.
Unregistered in SL

75 K one must be a taxi in Japan , By the way in a LEAF review article, it was mentioned that the highest Odo meter recording in Japan so far was a taxi and it was just above 100,000 km, and the battery indicator shows 99% healthy battery according to the review that I read few months back.

[HUNTERTop contributor]

Finally, I went to see a LEAF in a car sale.

Right now, I am with a Prius and was thinking of moving to a more simple car. (As I am, these days, not using the car very much).

There had been very nice positive reviews about LEAF; about the leg space, luggage space, seat size, road clearance etc. So, I guess, my expectations were a little high.

I started from the rear side. The boot volume (luggage area) was good; there was enough depth and area to hold a lot of things' was happy; a plus point.

But then I noticed, there was no spare wheel. It reminded me my recent experience when one of my tires blasted. The spare wheel saved me lot of time.

Then I moved to the rear seat. Well, it was not very impressive I would say. It's good for two people but three people would find it too crowded. The leg space did not seem very comfortable. (I was comparing with the Prius, however, I think, Aqua or a Fit may have similar space)

Then the road clearance. Regardless of what I had heard, it was not much deviated from other 'low profile' vehicles (such as Prius, Aqua). So, it's OK but nothing special.

Finally, the driver's area. It was modern looking though seemed little compact. Displays were good looking. I saw enough facilities for phone charging etc. Nothing much to complain there. Only thing was that, it gave me a feeling of a modern toy car. (Well, it's personal I guess. Younger generation might prefer it that way )

So, putting all in all, I feel LEAF may be a handy 'city' car for a family of about 3; but did not give me the impression of a family car in true sense (When thinking of going on a vacation trip).

And, I am back to square one; looking for a simpler (family) car to replace a Prius.

[blacknights]

Finally, I went to see a LEAF in a car sale.

Right now, I am with a Prius and was thinking of moving to a more simple car. (As I am, these days, not using the car very much).

There had been very nice positive reviews about LEAF; about the leg space, luggage space, seat size, road clearance etc. So, I guess, my expectations were a little high.

I started from the rear side. The boot volume (luggage area) was good; there was enough depth and area to hold a lot of things' was happy; a plus point.

But then I noticed, there was no spare wheel. It reminded me my recent experience when one of my tires blasted. The spare wheel saved me lot of time.

Then I moved to the rear seat. Well, it was not very impressive I would say. It's good for two people but three people would find it too crowded. The leg space did not seem very comfortable. (I was comparing with the Prius, however, I think, Aqua or a Fit may have similar space)

Then the road clearance. Regardless of what I had heard, it was not much deviated from other 'low profile' vehicles (such as Prius, Aqua). So, it's OK but nothing special.

Finally, the driver's area. It was modern looking though seemed little compact. Displays were good looking. I saw enough facilities for phone charging etc. Nothing much to complain there. Only thing was that, it gave me a feeling of a modern toy car. (Well, it's personal I guess. Younger generation might prefer it that way )

So, putting all in all, I feel LEAF may be a handy 'city' car for a family of about 3; but did not give me the impression of a family car in true sense (When thinking of going on a vacation trip).

And, I am back to square one; looking for a simpler (family) car to replace a Prius.

As of my experience Prius is a much more practical car here in SL's car market. Especially with the current tax structure. (Although electric cars are taxed lower, with the limitations of available electric cars, they can only be considered more as city cars except for few high end luxury electric cars)