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I've been a member of this forum for two years. I really enjoy the commentary and conversation. What I've observed over the past two years is that, possibly more than any other discussion of EVs, the Lucid Air resembles the old Indian tale of the blind men and the elephant. Each person walks up to a different part of the elephant and carefully feels what he encounters. The one who finds the tail says it's a rope. The one who encounters the trunk says it's a hose. The one who touches a leg says it's a tree, etc.
Few individuals on this list view their Lucid Air the same way. Some are impressed with the styling. Others rave about the performance. Still others bask in the luxury. Some are beguiled by the technology. Sure, many combine parts of all of these in their appreciation, but each of us focuses on one aspect. Sometimes reading posts here I think I'm reading about five totally different cars.
One thing that sets Lucid owners apart is an investment in a new brand with substantially new, and usually superior, technology, not to mention that until recently most people invested $100K+ in a Lucid. Thus, it's easy to become defensive when you've made such a substantial investment. If I had bought the Ford Mustang EV, which I closely investigated, for $55K, I would not be half as demanding about its quality and performance. (When you buy a Ford you don't expect perfection. <g>)
I chose Lucid for its range and advanced technology. The performance, styling and comfort were secondary considerations. (Whether I accelerate from 0-60 in 3.9 or 6 seconds is irrelevant.)
Now that I've owned my Air Touring for 14 months, my main disappointment is the range. In retrospect, I would have spent more for the long range edition of the Grand Touring. I don't hold this against Lucid, but the EPA and others should get a bit more real about range under actual driving conditions. Thanks to a stream of updates, the technology is living up to expectations. And yes, it is a fine looking car. I've only owned sedans and only will own sedans.
I envy those of you who have a stable of fine cars and can compare your Lucids to BMWs, Mercedes and other luxury vehicles. All I know is that my Air surpasses all the modest vehicles I've driven in my life.
Few individuals on this list view their Lucid Air the same way. Some are impressed with the styling. Others rave about the performance. Still others bask in the luxury. Some are beguiled by the technology. Sure, many combine parts of all of these in their appreciation, but each of us focuses on one aspect. Sometimes reading posts here I think I'm reading about five totally different cars.
One thing that sets Lucid owners apart is an investment in a new brand with substantially new, and usually superior, technology, not to mention that until recently most people invested $100K+ in a Lucid. Thus, it's easy to become defensive when you've made such a substantial investment. If I had bought the Ford Mustang EV, which I closely investigated, for $55K, I would not be half as demanding about its quality and performance. (When you buy a Ford you don't expect perfection. <g>)
I chose Lucid for its range and advanced technology. The performance, styling and comfort were secondary considerations. (Whether I accelerate from 0-60 in 3.9 or 6 seconds is irrelevant.)
Now that I've owned my Air Touring for 14 months, my main disappointment is the range. In retrospect, I would have spent more for the long range edition of the Grand Touring. I don't hold this against Lucid, but the EPA and others should get a bit more real about range under actual driving conditions. Thanks to a stream of updates, the technology is living up to expectations. And yes, it is a fine looking car. I've only owned sedans and only will own sedans.
I envy those of you who have a stable of fine cars and can compare your Lucids to BMWs, Mercedes and other luxury vehicles. All I know is that my Air surpasses all the modest vehicles I've driven in my life.