I just did a quick run down on my list of possibilities adding VAT to the APs at the start of the quarter and of those still on the scheme the cheapest suitable car could the the Enyaq 85 Edition and that’s going to be over £5,000. I barely managed to justify the money spent on the current car as it was to be a 4/5 year lease after extension (look how well that went) but every 3 years I’d need to find 5 grand!? I think that’s unaffordable.
So, not only does the new government decisions make life even less affordable, but without a selection of new and cheaper cars appearing, I’m going to struggle to continue on the scheme. Due to size I’d struggle with the numerous Kona sized options, anything smaller is definitely out. Of the bigger cars, there’s the Enyaq, Ioniq 5 and the Mustang. With a medical needs lists of heated and comfortable seats, powered tailgate, reversing cameras (preferable 360) and a car big enough that I can fit I didn’t think I was asking too much. The car has to be electric, one pedal or predominantly one pedal driving makes life so much more comfortable, especially after shopping or being on my feet for any length of time. Heads Up Display and wireless CarPlay would be nice to have but aren’t exactly pushing high on the priorities purely because the extra cost of models with all this makes it silly. I’ve got until November next year to find something and new lease starts Feb 27
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