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What would I look for in a used Volt?

Discussion in 'GM Hybrids and EVs' started by Chuck., May 1, 2016.

  1. Chuck.

    Chuck. Former Honda Enzyte Driver

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    I'm planning for the future - not planning to get a Volt right now, but curious in what to look for. It's motivated by getting a used Prius, then inquiring about upgrading to plug-in. The consensus was it's better to get a plug-in car.

    My assumption is not many used Volts are on the market.

    My first question on a used Volt is obviously on the batteries - would I be able to know if they are bad/going bad? The followup is can Volt drivers get a grid charger/balancer?

    On the ICE, I know someone that rarely drives far enough to engage it. Could that create issues for the ICE?

    I have driven them for short trips and sometime would like to do it long enough to know it better. I've seen many dashboards and arguable may be the best (Ford and Tesla are really good, too)

    If any of you have brief comments about your experiences, I'd be interested in hearing them.