Washington FS: R1T - Launch Edition Green, Large Pack, 20” All Terrain Dark

[Kiwi]

Heads up to forum members, looking at owning an incredible electric rig! I have to sell this, for personal reasons, but someone will I’m sure find a good home for her:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/175333448882

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[AxelR]

The gain tax will be fun to pay.
GLWS

 

[CharonPDX]

LOL.

Includes the following options:

• Launch Edition

• Large Battery Pack ($6,000 upgrade)

• Rivian Launch Green Metallic exterior color ($1,750 upgrade)

The Large battery isn't an upgrade on the Launch Edition, it's included; and "Launch Green Metallic" is literally free for the Launch Edition, and *NOT AVAILABLE AT ALL* on non-Launch Edition, therefore it has no measurable upgrade value.

 

[RWerksman]

$106k - Reserve not met.

I can't even...

 

[AxelR]

$106k - Reserve not met.

I can't even...

If anything it shows that interest/demand is dying down.

 

[Attesan997]

Yeah OP could’ve easily received $150k not long ago.

If anything it shows that interest/demand is dying down.

A lot faster than I would’ve thought. Auto trader has a ton of them in the $120k range just sitting there last I checked.

 

[AxelR]

Yeah OP could’ve easily received $150k not long ago.

A lot faster than I would’ve thought. Auto trader has a ton of them in the $120k range just sitting there last I checked.

I think, from a usability standpoint, a lot of people will end up with a Lightning. Not everybody wants a super fast truck and it lacks the ability to power homes and such. In addition to that, a lot of reviews are making it clear that the charging infrastructure is not sufficient yet.
Maybe I’m saying all of this to make myself accept that I’m still waiting 3+ years later

 

[Attesan997]

I think, from a usability standpoint, a lot of people will end up with a Lightning. Not everybody wants a super fast truck and it lacks the ability to power homes and such. In addition to that, a lot of reviews are making it clear that the charging infrastructure is not sufficient yet.
Maybe I’m saying all of this to make myself accept that I’m still waiting 3+ years later

My personal opinion is that the Lightning and R1T only compete on a surface level. People will cross shop merely because they're in the same ballpark for price and many just want an electric truck. But the Lightning is really for those who want/need an F150 and wouldn't lose any (or much) functionality if it was powered by the electricity you pay for at home. Just look at the interior materials on even the Platinum trim compared to an Adventure to illustrate my point. Sure the Platinum adds a bunch of features like massaging seats but you're still saddled with a sea of black hard plastic buttons that it shares with the cheaper trims.

In terms of charging infrastructure that's a real issue in many parts of the country, only time will really fix that. But most charging is done at home, folks who rely 100% on the charging infrastructure and not just road trips don't seem to be growing. At least not as far as my anecodal experience at chargers over the years.

 

[Yellow Buddy]

Just look at the interior materials on even the Platinum trim compared to an Adventure to illustrate my point. Sure the Platinum adds a bunch of features like massaging seats but you're still saddled with a sea of black hard plastic buttons that it shares with the cheaper trims.

At the same time, if you compare the lower trims - many truck buyers just don't see the need nor want things like Driver+ we're looking at nearly a $30k difference.

I bought a Pro. $43K with options. The Rivian is $30k more. That's hard to justify IF - big IF, the 230 miles is enough. I prefer a known CarPlay vs an unknown OS/UI. Plus all the usability. Not to mention in real world usability tests - highway (on ramp) pulls, the performance is nearly the same. It is HARD to justify.

That being said if you climb into the lux market and this supports your two different bases. To add CoPilot 360 2.0 w/ assist, that's $10k more on the step from a Pro to an XLT. To add the extended range to match the Rivian, that's now a $74k truck. On a $ for $, like for like. The XLT ER is still has cloth seats. and doesn't have a brake controller if towing is concerned. The Rivian wins hands down. I mean even within Ford, some people have passed on just that $10-$15k difference to wait for the Pro next year.

Where I'm more concerned is the new pricing...
If the demand is dying down at $106k, will the new pricing be problematic for Rivian?

At that point you can get a fully loaded Lariat ER for $15,000 cheaper. Sure there are hard plastics, but that's enough change to hire a custom upholster to wrap that with plenty left over and you still have the larger frunk, backup power, free 80A charger, etc...

 

[Taycanfrank]

R1Ts are still selling to private buyers for $120k plus. It's only auction demand that has died down, there are plenty of serious buyers out there still.

Friend had multiple 120k offers within 24 hours last week and sold for 130. People don't like the hassle of vehicle auctions.

 

[AxelR]

Regarding plastic, the Rivian is only made of plastic inside the cabin. Vegan leather is plastic. It dies go against the environment speech of the company.
That being said, after all sorts of Land Rover (Range Rover for some), Jaguar and such, I would never say that the Rivian is as nice as any of those. It’s very nice but not luxurious. I’d say it’s on par with a mid level German brand offering.
I, somehow, really like the interior of my Raptor. There are hard plastic but they feel very soft to the touch. There are different type of textures throughout (most made of some kinda plastic) that are very pleasant to the eye and the touch (no, it’s not a Range Rover but it dies the job).
In all honesty, the fake leather and other materials in the Rivian are fine by me. Maybe they should have gone a bit more eco friendly.

With all the talk here, someone will eventually make an offer to the disappointed OP

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