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Trying to decide between 2017 and 2018 Prime

Discussion in 'Prime Main Forum (2017-2022)' started by Richard Neal Irwin, Mar 17, 2021.

  1. Richard Neal Irwin

    Richard Neal Irwin New Member

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    Looking at my first Prime. Found a 2017 with super low miles and good price but wondering if better off with 2018 with newer batteries and everything else. Which matters more, year manufactured or miles driven?

    Welcome any advice.

    Thanks

    Rich
     
    #1 Richard Neal Irwin, Mar 17, 2021
  2. schja01

    schja01 One of very few in Chicagoland

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    Doubt much difference between a three and four year old car everything else being equal.
     
    #2 schja01, Mar 17, 2021
  3. Salamander_King

    Salamander_King Senior Member

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    Not sure what rebates are offered in your region, but have you priced new PRIME? In our area, a brand new 2021 PP LE can be had ~$18k after full tax credit.

    If buying used, 2018 may still have a warranty left if it is less than 3yrs/36k. Otherwise, I don't see too many differences in those two model years. In general, for the traction battery, the age is more important than the miles, but for the engine and any other moving parts, miles are more of the factor than age.
     
    #3 Salamander_King, Mar 17, 2021
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  4. Richard Neal Irwin

    Richard Neal Irwin New Member

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    Thank you. In NC I think the incentive is the gas hoggier the better. At least where I live.
     
    #4 Richard Neal Irwin, Mar 20, 2021
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