Sold my Hybrid Mav, now moving to this...

[2022 pushed behind 2023's]

I was supposed to buy a BOLT a few weeks ago, watched a video on its cooling/heating of the systems and went "ouch". Very complicated.

I can't afford a New Tesla, heck, its hard to buy a used one (decent) for $50,000.

I had a lot of complaints about the Maverick. Outside of the decent MPG's and low price I see no real value in it.

I decided instead to buy a Tesla with some very mild front end damage for $29,000... I already knew Tesla did a good job cooling/heating their systems but I knew I needed to know more (since this system was the only thing damaged in the accident).



This video does a excelling job on showing why Ford misses the mark often.

Its why my Hybrid would put 10% of the HV battery back INTO the HV battery via the ICE while going UP my driveway.

Its why rain poors in the back doors when you open them.

Its why the infotainment system is glitchy.

Its why Felt is used in the inner fender wells/underneath (and yes Tesla uses solid plastic).

Its why the Lighting uses resistance heating (pretty sure the MachE does as well), while Telsa uses the electric motors heat to warm the HV battery (when cold).

One is good management.

What they don't cover in this is the nightmare these hoses will present in 5 years. Chaffing, dry rot, etc etc. You go in to fix one hose, next thing you know you have to replace them all..ouch.

If you need a cheap decent MPG truck I get buying it...

Otherwise you should stay clear of it, and, imo, Ford.

We should expect better from companies, and I give credit to building a decent MPG truck, but even after 6 months the plastic on mine was turning white.... Its just not made to last.

Are Tesla's perfect? no. But if I had $55,000 to blow I could buy a brand new Model Y off their web site today (and have it in a week!). In 5 years I'd still have a great car.

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[capo99]

Maybe you should read this article. Improving but Tesla still has it’s issues. Great marketing has placed it as something people grovel over. Not saying the Maverick is perfect because its not, but you can get one for 1/3 the cost of a model y.

https://www.hotcars.com/truth-about-tesla-reliability/

 

[Johnkn]

LOL, you bought a wrecked Tesla with ‘yet to be fully known’ damage? Good luck LOL.

In your 5 year senerio you’ll realize it will have been the shop for ~3 years.

And you’ll be plagued with pre-existing damage issues should you try to file any insurance claim in the future.

GREAT move..... AMF




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[clavicus]

 

[LeersMav]

Hmmmmm, have fun.
Mav or Lighting vs. Tesla ???? each are totally different vehicles depending on what you want to do OR what you really desire to have. Gave up a PriusV for the Mav, a lot of trade offs, but love my Mav.

 

[Bushpilot]

I would have preferred the Bolt.

 

[Raymundo76]

I was supposed to buy a BOLT a few weeks ago, watched a video on its cooling/heating of the systems and went "ouch". Very complicated.

I can't afford a New Tesla, heck, its hard to buy a used one (decent) for $50,000.

I had a lot of complaints about the Maverick. Outside of the decent MPG's and low price I see no real value in it.

I decided instead to buy a Tesla with some very mild front end damage for $29,000... I already knew Tesla did a good job cooling/heating their systems but I knew I needed to know more (since this system was the only thing damaged in the accident).



This video does a excelling job on showing why Ford misses the mark often.

Its why my Hybrid would put 10% of the HV battery back INTO the HV battery via the ICE while going UP my driveway.

Its why rain poors in the back doors when you open them.

Its why the infotainment system is glitchy.

Its why Felt is used in the inner fender wells/underneath (and yes Tesla uses solid plastic).

Its why the Lighting uses resistance heating (pretty sure the MachE does as well), while Telsa uses the electric motors heat to warm the HV battery (when cold).

One is good management.

What they don't cover in this is the nightmare these hoses will present in 5 years. Chaffing, dry rot, etc etc. You go in to fix one hose, next thing you know you have to replace them all..ouch.

If you need a cheap decent MPG truck I get buying it...

Otherwise you should stay clear of it, and, imo, Ford.

We should expect better from companies, and I give credit to building a decent MPG truck, but even after 6 months the plastic on mine was turning white.... Its just not made to last.

Are Tesla's perfect? no. But if I had $55,000 to blow I could buy a brand new Model Y off their web site today (and have it in a week!). In 5 years I'd still have a great car.

Good luck getting spare parts for the Tesla; it was almost impossible before the covid & Ukraine War. Can't imagine what it is like now. Hope it all works out for you.

 

[StillWaiting]

Maverick reliability/complaints is a question for you so you buy a wrecked Tesla….um alright.
For real though, good luck

 

[MAVERICK OCD]

GOODBYE AND FAREWELL!

OH, AND GOOD LUCK. YOU ARE GOING TO NEED IT.

 

[1Guy1Truck]

I was supposed to buy a BOLT a few weeks ago, watched a video on its cooling/heating of the systems and went "ouch". Very complicated.

I can't afford a New Tesla, heck, its hard to buy a used one (decent) for $50,000.

I had a lot of complaints about the Maverick. Outside of the decent MPG's and low price I see no real value in it.

I decided instead to buy a Tesla with some very mild front end damage for $29,000... I already knew Tesla did a good job cooling/heating their systems but I knew I needed to know more (since this system was the only thing damaged in the accident).



This video does a excelling job on showing why Ford misses the mark often.

Its why my Hybrid would put 10% of the HV battery back INTO the HV battery via the ICE while going UP my driveway.

Its why rain poors in the back doors when you open them.

Its why the infotainment system is glitchy.

Its why Felt is used in the inner fender wells/underneath (and yes Tesla uses solid plastic).

Its why the Lighting uses resistance heating (pretty sure the MachE does as well), while Telsa uses the electric motors heat to warm the HV battery (when cold).

One is good management.

What they don't cover in this is the nightmare these hoses will present in 5 years. Chaffing, dry rot, etc etc. You go in to fix one hose, next thing you know you have to replace them all..ouch.

If you need a cheap decent MPG truck I get buying it...

Otherwise you should stay clear of it, and, imo, Ford.

We should expect better from companies, and I give credit to building a decent MPG truck, but even after 6 months the plastic on mine was turning white.... Its just not made to last.

Are Tesla's perfect? no. But if I had $55,000 to blow I could buy a brand new Model Y off their web site today (and have it in a week!). In 5 years I'd still have a great car.

Good idea selling the Maverick. Mine is sitting at the dealership with a check engine light and misfire at only 14,000. It’s also had an issue with the gear selector. When it comes back it’s going up for sale. I’m not going the Tesla route however. Back to Toyota and a Tacoma

 

[C J Cox]

For about 10% more than you paid for a used previously damaged Tesla, you could’ve got on the wait list for a factory fresh 2023 Toyota Prius.

 

[Fitzovich]

I was supposed to buy a BOLT a few weeks ago, watched a video on its cooling/heating of the systems and went "ouch". Very complicated.

I can't afford a New Tesla, heck, its hard to buy a used one (decent) for $50,000.

I had a lot of complaints about the Maverick. Outside of the decent MPG's and low price I see no real value in it.

I decided instead to buy a Tesla with some very mild front end damage for $29,000... I already knew Tesla did a good job cooling/heating their systems but I knew I needed to know more (since this system was the only thing damaged in the accident).



This video does a excelling job on showing why Ford misses the mark often.

Its why my Hybrid would put 10% of the HV battery back INTO the HV battery via the ICE while going UP my driveway.

Its why rain poors in the back doors when you open them.

Its why the infotainment system is glitchy.

Its why Felt is used in the inner fender wells/underneath (and yes Tesla uses solid plastic).

Its why the Lighting uses resistance heating (pretty sure the MachE does as well), while Telsa uses the electric motors heat to warm the HV battery (when cold).

One is good management.

What they don't cover in this is the nightmare these hoses will present in 5 years. Chaffing, dry rot, etc etc. You go in to fix one hose, next thing you know you have to replace them all..ouch.

If you need a cheap decent MPG truck I get buying it...

Otherwise you should stay clear of it, and, imo, Ford.

We should expect better from companies, and I give credit to building a decent MPG truck, but even after 6 months the plastic on mine was turning white.... Its just not made to last.

Are Tesla's perfect? no. But if I had $55,000 to blow I could buy a brand new Model Y off their web site today (and have it in a week!). In 5 years I'd still have a great car.

Good for you, I’ll keep my Maverick as it is better suited to my needs.

 

[MLowe05]

I also wasn't happy with the Maverick hybrid and the distinct lack of quality it exuded in every single way and so I also sold it. But I'm not sure a Tesla, much less a wrecked one, is going to be better for you.

 

[Chicolini]

So sorry.
Good Bye!

 

[1fifty]

OP, you seem pretty frustrated with your Maverick and it really is a dirt cheap vehicle built to a price, but most people realize that when they put their money down. Hell, the Maverick I have coming is exactly 1/2 the price of the F150 I have coming and they are both XLT Lux package 4wd!
Wouldn’t it be cheaper to just buy an extended Ford service plan? I’ve always used them on my new Fords due to how many miles I drive per year. With 100k miles of coverage, first day rental and key/lights coverage, I literally worry about nothing on my trucks.

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