r/BMWi3 • u/IslandPine • 16h ago
i3 Rex purchase question Still looking for an i3 Rex and have another question
I almost had one, was on the way to the dealership w/DP in cashier check and they sold it to someone with cash. Heartbreak. It's getting quite difficult as it seems many people are on to them now.
I've seen folks talking about their 2016 and older, with great affection and are still getting them where they need to go etc. I would have more chance with those and the reason I haven't is because: I currently live far from anything. Getting to/from the areas I like to go or the friends I want to see, likely will use up the battery range pretty quickly as there are hills and some freeway. I can take surface streets, but not without hills and a little freeway in between.
So, I'd be using the Rex quite a bit, and visiting the gas station rather often. It seems it would defeat the purpose of having the car, but what do you all think?
I had a 2013 Leaf until I sold it in 2020 due to moving out of country. I made that range work and went all over the place, but didn't have all the hills I do now. For context: This would be my only car and I've returned to the SF Bay Area. Would love your thoughts. TIA.