Preordered and now having second thoughts...anyone else?

[SilverSurfer2000]

Worse case scenario, you get it and decide its not for you. The immediate resale on it with low miles has to be pretty good if you have a relatively early delivery date.

Yep, I am Jan-Mar 2027.

 

[ScooterAsheville]

Second thoughts just equals common sense, as there are still plenty of plot gaps in the Slate story.

I'm really happy for the super fans, as I think they're going to have immense fun with their trucks. For the rest of us, it might make more sense to enjoy the Slate journey vicariously for a year or two.

 

[EV Trek]

Well you still have to pay all those other fees with any other vehicle you buy so you shouldn’t even count that as a consideration. Start with just comparing what the vehicle will cost. But remember, dealers love to tack on extra fees that you will not have to pay with the Slate.

 

[EV Trek]

A year ago I said I wanted one, but didn’t pay out the $50, nor follow the progress. I pre-ordered for $300 on opening day and got a ‘coming soon’ delivery date (the back of the bus, behind those who paid the $50. I like the look and concept very much, but I ran the configure tool and saw the price rise, and I foresee more increases to install the wrap and add a destination charge. Doubts are lingering, but I will hold for now. What would help? Clarity on tires, and how to get some of the options like wraps done before delivery, and the cost of that. Clarify how service works. Clarify the title transfer process without an in-state dealer.

It is my understanding if you buy the options and accessories when you order the truck the price will include installation. Slate has stated “You get the truck/SUV exactly how you order it. “

 

[SilverSurfer2000]

It is my understanding if you buy the options and accessories when you order the truck the price will include installation. Slate has stated “You get the truck/SUV exactly how you order it. “

My understanding is the opposite. All accessories will be delivered with the truck, not on the truck. I was watching one of the videos wednesday and he was pretty specific with that

 

[danielt1263]

First off, I love the concept.
Now I am not sure that $25k + tax/title/fees/delivery is worth it... I am now on the fence. Am I the only one?

I fully expect that lots of people will put down the $300 but then when December comes along, they will have second thoughts. Maybe as many as a third of them.

I'm sure you won't be the only one. There's a couple of orders of magnitude difference between $300 and $30k.

I'm going to buy, but I have to admit that when I'm in the maker, I'm really struggling to keep the OTD price under $30k. I keep thinking, but I really want this or that feature.

 

[danielt1263]

It is my understanding if you buy the options and accessories when you order the truck the price will include installation. Slate has stated “You get the truck/SUV exactly how you order it. “

I seriously doubt the prices include installation. They have said the price is the same regardless of when you purchase it, and we know the options will not be added at the factory but rather at the distributor (separate company).

 

[EV-LOVER]

I fully expect that lots of people will put down the $300 but then when December comes along, they will have second thoughts. Maybe as many as a third of them.

I'm sure you won't be the only one. There's a couple of orders of magnitude difference between $300 and $30k.

I'm going to buy, but I have to admit that when I'm in the maker, I'm really struggling to keep the OTD price under $30k. I keep thinking, but I really want this or that feature.

You are not the only one with second thoughts! As soon as I did all the math, looked at the delivery timeframe, I decided against the purchase of a Slate Pickup. The idea of a pick up that was inexpensive, could do many things, was intriguing one year ago. Maybe I had too much time to think about it, and yes, decided against it.

 

[Adam W]

I'm really drawn to the DIY ethos, so I actually wouldn't want the truck to come with everything installed. I want to do it myself, that's part of the fun!

Not even the wrap. So one of my concerns is that if I do spring for a wrap at order time, if they'll just automatically install it. I'm likely to just order blank, then immediately upon receipt of the truck pick up a wrap kit just to ensure that doesn't happen.

 

[FlyHappy]

I'm really drawn to the DIY ethos, so I actually wouldn't want the truck to come with everything installed. I want to do it myself, that's part of the fun!

Not even the wrap. So one of my concerns is that if I do spring for a wrap at order time, if they'll just automatically install it. I'm likely to just order blank, then immediately upon receipt of the truck pick up a wrap kit just to ensure that doesn't happen.

you are safe. 100% the wrap pricing is product only, no installation included in that price.

 

[mapleshade]

I have a reservation, but not likely to pre-order (order?) for a year. I want one for the lower cost of ownership. Given that I'm running a 1/2 ton diesel as a daily driver. The annual cost of tax/title/insurance on a Slate will be less than buying fuel and cover 95% of my driving. Two things I want prior to purchase. I want to sit in it for 10 minutes, see how well "husky people" fit. I also want to hear feedback from the 1st 500 buyers. The 3rd of 2 things I would really like, is the 2nd motor and not having to park the vehicle for 2-3 months of the year. It's the Northeast and welcome to my driveway.

 

[atx_ev]

First off, I love the concept. Cheap, simple, no extra crap forced into the purchase price that I don't want. Just a small, basic vehicle that will get me from A to B. Don't need to haul, don't need to tow (that is what my Tundra is for), just a simple runabout that I can use for my 8 mile commute to work and never have to buy gas just to get to work. My first vehicle was a 1989 Toyota base pickup. No clock, no A/C, bench seat and no passenger side mirror...but it was new. Everything I hated about that truck is what I was looking for in this truck. Funny how age does that.

However...

Now I am not sure that $25k + tax/title/fees/delivery is worth it. This is not a "the Maverick is cheaper", "the new Ford EV truck will be under $30k" complaint (I would never buy a Ford), it is just that $30k for a stripped down truck is, for me, a waste of money. I know it is not Slate's fault the tax incentive went away, but if this was $20k OTD then this is an easy purchase for something brand new. But $30k takes it in another direction for me. I am now on the fence. Am I the only one?

Just wait until they are available used. IF they follow other EVs they will be 15K within 2 years.

 

[atx_ev]

First off, I love the concept. Cheap, simple, no extra crap forced into the purchase price that I don't want. Just a small, basic vehicle that will get me from A to B. Don't need to haul, don't need to tow (that is what my Tundra is for), just a simple runabout that I can use for my 8 mile commute to work and never have to buy gas just to get to work. My first vehicle was a 1989 Toyota base pickup. No clock, no A/C, bench seat and no passenger side mirror...but it was new. Everything I hated about that truck is what I was looking for in this truck. Funny how age does that.

However...

Now I am not sure that $25k + tax/title/fees/delivery is worth it. This is not a "the Maverick is cheaper", "the new Ford EV truck will be under $30k" complaint (I would never buy a Ford), it is just that $30k for a stripped down truck is, for me, a waste of money. I know it is not Slate's fault the tax incentive went away, but if this was $20k OTD then this is an easy purchase for something brand new. But $30k takes it in another direction for me. I am now on the fence. Am I the only one?

I have a 2010 tundra, my mechanic said never sell it because the engine and quality of the build on these old tundras is amazing. However my wife refuses to drive it, so when her car is in the shop then I have to drive her everywhere.

Ill probably sell my tundra for 12K and then get the slate.

I still want a gas car for road trips so at some point will get a minivan. My ideal roadtrip car is an EV minivan with EREV.

 

[GrizzlysGhost]

I'm having second thoughts of only ordering 1. A few times now I've been tempted to pull the trigger on another for my son. Lawd help me, hold me back! 😂

 

[JustChris]

That's just the sad fact of inflation. Slate's 25K price is the 10K s-10 you could've got in 1995.

Totally agree, and the reality is that there's huge added value in the fact that this will have all the required safety equipment (and engineering knowledge) that has been gained in the past 30 years.

It's also got the simplicity of an EV, and a manufacturer who welcomes DIY and repair, where other manufacturers are intentionally making driveway repairs/upgrades more difficult.

With this in mind, the value added to this truck is phenomenal and disruptive to this industry, IMO. I couldn't be more excited for this bare-bones, plus options approach! I can't wait!

Take my money!