Here’s what’s been posted in one of the Facebook groups:
It seems that a problem that didn’t exist has been solved in a way that victimises working disabled people. I still see no reason why it’s ok to have a Vauxhall with an advanced payment of £7,999 but not a BMW. If I was still working I’d be in a group where such cars would be the norm and being disabled shouldn’t exclude me from that. What’s worse, is that I would probably be pushed into a salary sacrifice option, where I’d have a bigger choice of luxury brands with a 40% discount thanks to the taxpayer. I could easily afford the EQB and could well be waiting to see what the new iX3 comes in at when offered by the finance companies. However, I’m not working nor am I able to, so I’m not only making choices of more appropriate cars but it seems certain brands are simply too luxurious.
It seems that a problem that didn’t exist has been solved in a way that victimises working disabled people. I still see no reason why it’s ok to have a Vauxhall with an advanced payment of £7,999 but not a BMW. If I was still working I’d be in a group where such cars would be the norm and being disabled shouldn’t exclude me from that. What’s worse, is that I would probably be pushed into a salary sacrifice option, where I’d have a bigger choice of luxury brands with a 40% discount thanks to the taxpayer. I could easily afford the EQB and could well be waiting to see what the new iX3 comes in at when offered by the finance companies. However, I’m not working nor am I able to, so I’m not only making choices of more appropriate cars but it seems certain brands are simply too luxurious.Indeed, another half baked decision solving something that never existed. As suggested a £8k Vauxhall is fine, but not one from Alpha, Audi, BMW, MB etc. Any way how did Alpha get it self caught up in all this, yet Volvo doesn’t get mentioned.
As far as business sense goes on a 3 year lease sales, a £4k BMW will be a a better resales option than an £8k Vauxhall, that no one in their right mind would pay anyway.
What isses me off is, there’s no consultation with users on their wider thoughs.
I think those who are able to, will vote with their feet and buy or lease.
