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[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

𝗩𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 (𝗖𝗮𝗿 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆) : www.vcheck.uk/?aid=31442

[@craigroberts3732]

I bought a 2023 Citroen ec4 recently with 6k miles for £14k (new they are over £30k) and super happy with it. Very comfortable car with a 7 year 100k battery warranty and I love it. Such a bargain if you can look past the propaganda

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

👍 great price

[@richarddixon6354]

Great video and some really interesting prices. Your comment ‘At twelve and a half grand I am a very forgiving man’ did make me laugh. We all know your limit now!

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

😂😂👍👍

[@harrisonajones]

I am loving these videos. Really helpful to hear what someone in the know thinks about some of these EVs. Ive had some real beauts of cars in the past that were new/near new, but since I got rid for an old Citron c3 musher outright and no monthly payments, my next move is due to be around the 10-12k mark. So these are really insightful. Even though I don't do many long journeys, having 150m+ range would be a real help, meaning I can literally just charge at home. For a single car household, is that an issue with the battery if its not used to that extent over long periods? Or provided I am sensible, doing only smaller trips and a larger one once or twice a month would be fine? From a battery health perspective. Cheers for the help!

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

No, different battery chemistry needs to be handled differently but it’s no issue (lots of batteries like to be always kept between 20-80% whilst others (look up LFP batteries) can be charged regularly to 100% without issue. It’s important to keep charge in the battery however, I hardly ever let mine go below 20% and if I do on a longer run I get it back over 20% as quickly as possible.

[@humphreychiu1767]

Good point on the NCAP rating early on in the video. Your Mii and my eUp gets only 3* because it was based on a car in the early 2000s without many of the (costly) camera based assistance systems. Last decade's 5* is not the same as today's 5*. Euro NCAP should separate ratings for those advanced assist systems.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

For me personally I find it less and less relevant as the years go by. I want to know about crash test performance primarily.

[@crm114.]

Great selection. I’m glad you made the point about the battery. People need to accept that, unless you’re very unlucky, an EV battery is good for at least 200,000 miles. And, if you are unlucky you’ve got that great warranty which also covers the drive chain.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Plenty of cars on sale with 250k+ on the clock out there

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Different chemistry types, lots of anecdotal nonesense on all sides but at the end of the day it’s different strokes for different folks at times. I’d rather have to refuel very slightly more often in a 10 year old car than replace cambelt, gearbox, clutch, head gaskets, sensors, exhausts, oil……..

[@crm114.]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuruAbsolutely. In my 4 years of EV owenership, I’ve spent £195 in servicing costs and that includes wiper blades.

[@mikegregory8353]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuruHow many 10 year old cars need new gearboxes and clutches? Not all cars have cam belts. Ridiculous generalisations!

[@mikegregory8353]

@@shreeshsaurya4203 And if you buy an 8-10 year old ICE car it’s still going to have the same range as the day it was built. And even if the engine or gearbox was shot, most ‘normal’ ICE cars can be kept going with even a £1000 replacement engine or gearbox. What are you going to do with a 10 year old EV that needs a replacement battery?

[@Yorkie-UK]

This is good stuff. When my P*2 is up, the 2nd hand car market is going to be worth looking at if the prices stay as they are! On the battery pretty much all cars come with an 8 year warranty as standard, this would probably only be voided if the car had a CAT write off status. There are a number of cheaper 3rd party battery warranty products available. For any normal use car the battery shouldn't give anyone any worries.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

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[@bst1623]

Problem with the Enyaq is that most things were an option, so it's really hard to know what you're getting. At least with the ID4 (which isn't as good-looking IMO) you know the spec.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Good call 👍

[@PeteMulv]

For about £20 you can get hold of an OBD2 dongle and with aapp you can get your own SoH check when you veiw the car and by all accounts they are not far off a mechanica diagnostic tool, nice round up of cars. You have got me thinking about swapping my E208 GT for a little bit more range, probably a Kona, because at my age I'm not a boy racer anymore.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

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[@trevorcrook2565]

Great video Jim! Another good buy is the 38kWh Hyundai Ionic. My son just got a top spec 2021 model for just over £12k. In this mild weather it actually betters its WLTP range of 195 miles, he's getting over 200 with mostly motorway driving, not seen less than 5 miles/kWh yet. Still got 2 more years of warranty too (5 more on the battery).

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

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[@davidy7004]

I think the Niro was a fair bit bigger than the Kona in the first generation models? Certainly in boot space and perhaps also passenger space? Which may explain the price difference? The latest versions of both are more comparable in size as I understand it (Kona has grown a fair bit).

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

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[@Gopher31]

I remember when Euro NCAP was about telling you how safe a car is. Now it tells you how annoying a car is!

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

😂👍

[@linedancer111]

Wow that’s a bit of an eye opener!

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

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[@glengosling5636]

Another great show. I wish I’d waited to get a second hand EV , some great buys .

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Hindsight is a wonderful thing. I still think lease new / buy used is a good way to go and I’d still be leasing if I could (for one of the cars at least).

[@MurshedIslam]

Another useful video Jim, however can i suggest you also quote the torque figures as well please. I love how nippy mine is - see a gap, put your foot down and you're in like Flynn 😉

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

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[@front2427]

mmmmm matron

[@DavidBoreham-kk9dx]

Congrats on the 48k subs you're getting there 🎉🎉🎉

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Thank you!!

[@OldCarsNewVan]

Really interesting. I don't believe EVs are the environmental magic wand but I'm excited to get one because they are now fantastic value for money - 20/21 plate ID3 for about £12k - for my modern car that's bonkers value!

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Me either although the effect on air pollution must be decent. Environmental reasons were not why I got the car and I’m sure there are plenty like me, a happy bi-product though. There is some amazing value around.

[@mikebrueton6716]

I recently sold my Kia souls first edition 20 plate 35,500 miles £13k. It was a brilliant car.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

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[@DjiKandyuk]

Jim you forgot the ZS EV I got a 2020 exclusive with 31k miles for £10k, my dream of owning a car that new and also and EV became a reality and so far so good the car is a joy to drive

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

I didn’t forget, I just didn’t include - there’s a difference 👍

[@Nabeel6235]

Hi Jim, The iD 7 Touer is on an amazing flash deal atm through Lease Loco, perhaps you can make a video on it?

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

I’m on holiday mate but really appreciate the heads up - I’ve done a quick post instead thanks to you👍

[@Travel_Day_Dreams]

For that mid-life crisis moment it's worth considering that you can put yourself into a '22 plate Audi RS e-tron GT for about half the price of a similar age R8, that's what I call a bargain and you can tell the missus about all the money you "saved". 🤣

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

😂👍

[@rascal1956]

Some great bargains in this video, not for everyone, but well worth considering.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

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[@isackville]

Some fantastic bargains there jim

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Yes mate 👍

[@user-gb2bl4mg6e]

Great vid as I’m considering the switch sometime next year. Would be great if you haven’t already done a video on getting an EV charger installed at home. Best chargers etc, general process.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

I have done one but have an update coming very soon

[@gonzaloleviatanh]

Waiting for the Tesla M3 2021 to be a bit cheaper. Also like the EV6

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Both great choices

[@Pete.Ty1]

👍👍👍. Thank you Jim

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

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[@DavidBoreham-kk9dx]

Nice group of used EVs Jim definitely the best way to buy an ev do I get an extra medal for 2 comments?

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Gold Star ⭐️

[@DavidBoreham-kk9dx]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru my first 1 ever 🤣🤣🤣

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

👏👏👏

[@Gopher31]

I wonder when the government will put pressure on councils to find solutions for the 40% of people who cannot charge these things at home! Private companies have solutions but councils don’t want to help in most cases!

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Needs to be handled at national level, not by the local paper pushers - it’s a disgrace how much investment is sitting there not being used due to planning issues

[@pccorner101]

During covid EV’s were selling over RRP, oh how times have changed.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Great eh!

[@GrahamNewman-mq7gr]

Regardless how you "Dress these EVs up". The problems are still there...Range/ Charging / Depreciation/ Insuring costs . With petrol, diesel vehicles you can always find replacment engines usable parts for older vehicles. These electric lemons are scrap when the battery goes .You are only buying what life is left .ALL BATTERIES DECAY FROM USE . RAPID CHARGERS DISTROY BATTERIES. COLD WEATHER REDUCES CAPASITY DRAMATICALY.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Don’t get one if that’s what you think. Nobody will mind what you drive.

[@adrianwood2566]

House. Got the full Bingo card on EV myths! 😂

[@jasperphillipsjp]

Hi Jim I hope you are good can your share the link for autotrader toolbar with the enhanced info please as mine has been deleted thanks Jasper

[@colhum1]

👍 Cheers Jim

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Thank you

[@osm6435]

Been watching Fully Charged Show Jim? ;-)

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Nope, why?

[@osm6435]

​@@DefinitelyNotAGuru Meant Fully Charged Show. Very similar selection.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Ah ok. I guess they would be, the bargains are the same for everyone eh. I don’t k ow when there’s came out but I filmed this 10 days / 2 weeks ago.

[@chelseaboyuk75]

Defo a deal Tesla pal ….lol Mr McMaster ain’t stupid

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

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[@Popeye147]

That bloke who complains about his Taycan does my swede in. I did follow him for a while but it was the same rubbish every time he spoke-unsubscribe

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

He’s doing pretty well from it by the looks of it

[@trader548]

What do you think of the Jaguar i-Pace EV400 for about £18K? 4.5 to 62 MPH with 280 mile range?

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

I like them but a couple did try to kill their owners recently.

[@garybrown8183]

@@trader548 if you can stretch to a 2020 onwards with the reconfigured battery control system then it removes some of the risks. Also if you go for HSE then it is unmatched in regards to toys, comfort, quality and speed for a used ev bargain. I have a 2020 HSE and I love it. I also paid 1/3 of the new retail price. We must be close to the floor price before a slight rebound

[@ChrisPeacock-rz6kq]

@@garybrown8183 currently looking at 2019 HSE with 32k for under 20k. Should I not go for it and look for 2020.

[@DavidBoreham-kk9dx]

YES YES 🎉I'm 23rd again do I get another medal? 🎖🏅🥉

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

If I had a red pen I’d write “must try harder” Dave 😂👍

[@DavidBoreham-kk9dx]

@DefinitelyNotAGuru my always used to say that I was very trying!🤣🤣🤣

[@leegorman8322]

Allow me to put it another way, can you see a flawless EV transition? Thanks 🤥

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

I simply don’t care to be honest and I don’t understand all the tribalism on both sides - it’s utterly boring. The government needs to do a lot more for those without easy access to home charging (that want it) and I don’t think the government should dictate what anyone drives but remember there’s no ban on driving existing petrol and diesel cars, you just won’t be able to buy new ones in 11 years time. ELEVEN YEARS! There’s just no place for the nonsense on this channel - there are plenty of others doing that. If you don’t want one, don’t get one Lee but please don’t burn any calories worrying about the rest mate. Life is short 👍🙏

[@leegorman8322]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru Future might be ethanol, Jim, if we can make enough 🤗

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

@@leegorman8322 maybe, who knows eh 👍

[@adriancunningham2938]

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[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

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[@mustafaassad2916]

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[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

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[@nickyboy.]

9th

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Out of the medals but a solid showing from the veteran

[@gregconnor8777]

EV's are a depreciation disaster. These prices wont do it for alot of people. Private individuals do not buy new ones or buy uses ones. It gets tiring hearing of EV's. Your content about what you can get for your money is good on this and lease deals. However, this is not the future. Trust me, car makers will make the change. Already seeing that with Aston and Mercedes. Watch this space.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Disaster? A right result for a used buyer. Q1 3024 used EV sales were up by more than two thirds (71.0%) to 41,505, so not none. Don’t get one if you don’t want one, nobody will care Greg. Be happy mate, you can drive what you want👍

[@johnw65uk]

I’m a private individual I bought an ex lease id3 that was £34k new for £14k with 25k miles. Its price according to motorway has flatlined the last 3 months, the lease company took the depreciation hit. Not me. Sorry but you’re talking nonsense.

[@ssdma02]

😂

[@gregconnor8777]

@@johnw65uk OK, let me know what you get when you trade it in, then we will see who is making sense

[@adrianwood2566]

Most private buyers purchase 2nd hand. Fleet and lease companies have been sustaining the 2nd hand market as long as they have been around. Private buyers are buying as lease or via salary sacrifice skewing the numbers. This is exactly what the market needs cheap 3yr old EVs. You only lose on depreciation if you are paying cash. Treat it transactional. It costs x per month ands that is what I can afford. You are commenting on a video that shows how cheap they are!

[@worldofcars_ldn]

Thanks Jim, always treat your kite, like you treat your woman…..

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

You mean take her home on weekends to meet your mother?

[@worldofcars_ldn]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru I think we both know where this is going!

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

That’s what she said

[@tadhgcronin175]

Even if I won an EV in a raffle I wouldn't keep it let alone buy one.

[@grantrandall1674]

That just goes to show how little truth you actually know, understand or appreciate about them. Try driving A decent one (there are some duds) and learning. (There is a lot to learn. I've been making the effort for a year to understand everything before I bight the bullet. I'm getting one this winter as my 9yr old Peugeot enters is 10th yr. I'm going for 800v EV6 for it's fast charging and towing ability.

[@OM617a]

Same here, i see far too many broken down at the roadside and on recovery trucks. This is not acceptable for cars that are 1-3 years old. I have been driving a 40 year old car for years without issue. Add smart motorways and it is very unsafe.

[@Superman-nn4nw]

@@OM617aSure you do.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Thanks for letting us know. I might take it off your hands cheap if you ever do so keep playing eh. I’ve heard rubbing a rabbit’s foot on your little gentleman can improve your chances 🤞

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Oh yeah, I’m sure 😂 I never do a motorway trip without seeing a broken down EV 😂😂😂