Definitely interested in learning more about EV leases when things settle down.
Right now from my understanding, they are making parts to replace on the existing bolts that are out there. Those should be in within a month or two. The new vehicles will be inspected in some way to see if they are cleared to sell or if they need replacement parts. I understand this is vague and Iām not really a fan of speculating until we know something. But for people trying to make a vehicle decision, if you can wait another month or so we should have some solid info if not a solution.
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Waiting a month or so actually fits my timeline very well. Looking forward to hitting you up as the situation improves.
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Are you feeling reasonably optimistic there could still be great deals on the Bolt EUV when the stop sale is over? I know thereās not a way for you to have certainty, but just a guess. I extended the lease on my Volt when it expired in the spring with the intention of getting an EUV and am hoping Chevy will let me hold onto it until theyāre available again. I wish Chevy had more EVs already in their lineup.
I was told by my local dealership that even though I returned my Chevy Volt (this month), GM + Chevy would likely honor my prior lease (like they did recently due to COVID, scroll up) for loyalty discounts. Iām in the same boat as you ā¦ would love an EV but didnāt love my Volt and didnāt want to be making the payments right now as I am currently using public transportation to commute.
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ok so hereās an update, We have started doing replacements on battery modules on existing bolts on the road and our used inventory. If you have one you can schedule with our service department.
For the new ones we expect to get a list of what we can and canāt sell sometime in the next few months as well as fixing the ones not able to be sold (most likely in December).
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Thanks for the update Phil. Iāll be in the market as soon as they start leasing again.
Also If anyone has a current VOLT lease they would like to purchase (the Residual value is way below the market cost, so it makes it a great deal) let me know, iāll be happy to process it for you and I get credit for selling a unit.
additionally if you have you VOLT certified through the dealership it is eligible for 0% financing for up to 72/mo and gets and additional 36k/36mo bumper to bumper warranty.
Phi Gileno
415-596-6262 (text preferred)
PhilGileno@gmail.com
Well OK, itās been a while since I posted, been a while since I had any new information.
I havenāt wanted to just post speculation because weāve been thinking itās been next month every month for the last six months right lol.
But now we know April is going to be the month! We have new units with the upgraded battery components in route that will arrive in April. And will start to fix the in stock units with new battery components.
(keep in mind the process starts in April, but will continue into May and June as far as getting units fixed and available)
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Just in time because with everything happening in the world gas prices are getting even higher than ever. Perfect time for a lease of an electric vehicle. I will update with more information when I have it, everyone have a great day!
Phi Gileno
415-596-6262 (text preferred)
PhilGileno@gmail.com
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Hello @ChevyPhil, I believe 2022 Bolts are trickling in starting this week. Any update on pricing/availability for a Bolt EV 1LT lease in the SF Bay Area?
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Yes Bolts are ātrickling inā.
Basically what is happening is that we are fixing the in stock units that need battery replacement modules (a slow steady process but ramping up) and we should have the replacement units starting to be done the second half of the month and going into may. So coming soon.
There were also some units that were checked by Vin number and didnāt need replacements, those were able to be sold. Those initial units were reserved (the last month or so) and now sold out.
As far as lease pricing, itās looking good, much better than most of what Iāve seen (in the market currently). I think weāre going to be looking good moving forward in the next few weeks and then next few months.
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Hello @ChevyPhil ,
I am interested in the pricing/availability for Bolt EV 1LT (or 2LT) in the SF Bay Area as well.
Emailed you separately.
Thank you.
Could you please share those lease #'s?
Thank you!
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Same - also interested in leasing
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Hey, highly interested to see how the lease numbers will play out. Let me know! Looking for a new daily as my old beater is āgoneā 
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Now doing quotes and taking reservations for incoming units!
With Gas pricing going crazy I know these next Bolts canāt get here soon enough!
but keep in mind there are only so many units coming in at a time, and there are a lot of people who want one. Reserving an incoming unit is going to be the best (and only) way to get one at this point.
The good news is youāll get all the pricing details and answers to your questions ahead of time and just have to wait for your vehicle to arrive.
I have EUVās and EVās in transit arriving may between the 5th-20th
(More EUVās than EVās available).
Please text me for a quote and to reserve your unit
Reservations can now be done with a deposit over the Phone and Iāll email you an online credit app.
Chevy Phil
415-596-6262 (text preferred)
PhilGileno@gmail.com
Hi Phil,
Could you provide the numbers for those leases?
MF, Money Down, Residual, Price after incentives.
Thanks
John
Text me for a quote
Phi Gileno
415-596-6262 (text preferred)
Reservations can now be done with a deposit over the Phone!
Iāll email you an online credit app (we donāt run it until the car gets here)
and gather some info and then take a deposit.
Something to consider if you text me something generic like āHey, whatās the lease price?ā
Itās tough for me to answer without more info.
Because Iām not answering with some BS add special that seems great but almost know one qualifies and doesnāt include tax and fees. I give custom all inclusive pricing for each person.
But I need to know things like
What vehicle do you want?
And I have to see what I have available that is closest to thatā¦ I also need to know what rebates you qualify for. there are multiple rebates available (not everyone gets them)
-If you have a current lease with a bolt, itās an extra $3,750 rebate.
-Itās $1,500 If you have a non bolt lease (or returned your bolt from March 2021 until now)
But $0 if you donāt have a lease at all.
-$750 for supplier from company
-$500 for supplier for everything else
-$750 thatās Bay Area only (sorry Sacramento)
-$750 everyone in the Calif gets.
So help me out with some more info when you text.
- Maybe start with your name and city so know who Iām talking to.
- if Iāve worked with you before In person let me know. I probably remember you.
- let me know what car you want, or ask what I have available at the time.
- let me know if youāre currently leasing anything.
That would be awesome and make it easer for me to get you info. Thanks!
Phi Gileno
415-596-6262 (text preferred)
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