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  1. donfenn

    Is The 2027 Air Announcement Imminent?

    They really need to improve lease return programs to keep current Air drivers in a Lucid.. Attrition due to bad lease experience is unforgivable . One of my friends just gave up on leasing another Lucid after dealing with Bank of America $2k+ wear charges-- and his car looked very nice to me.
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    A good way to check battery health?

    At 34 months and 26k miles. My Pure AWD shows: 95%
  3. donfenn

    Buying your Air at lease-end

    Thanks for the update. I have one more payment to make, and then I’ll reach out to see what their best buyout number might be. I like my car and know it well, but I do wish it had surround-view cameras, soft-close doors, and a few of the other features available on a later model Touring. If I...
  4. donfenn

    Santa Cruz Interior experiences

    I have often thought that the Santa Cruz presents as the most beautiful interior theme.. As I ponder getting my next Air I have considered Santa Cruz, but concerned about the maintenance with light carpets and rear seat. Curious to hear from those who have lived with it..
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    Air HVAC Buttons Glare / Reflection

    I have not experienced this issue... Does it only occur with glass roof?
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    Chinese Tires-- Anyone taking the risk?

    Pilot Sport EV has been OEM for Lucid 20" on Air... They have worked well for me. 23k on fronts and still have original rears at 26k.
  7. donfenn

    Is service overwhelmed?

    The Beverly Hills location has wash rack.. I have only had field service for past year or more, but when they washed my car there a couple of times it came out looking good and free of scratches. The good news is that they are splitting that location into two hubs... They are opening a new...
  8. donfenn

    Years of Persistent Software Failures - Lucid Air Software Team’s Incompetence is Unacceptable

    Unless it is a fairly recent build, it will not have the newer chip. Also, a large portion of the used Airs hitting the market are coming off lease. Lessees, including me, are not going to spend $950 upgrading a car they are about to return. I am not even sure Lucid upgrades the computer...
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    Anyone else encounter a strange tear in seat upholstery?

    If it looks like odd tear or deterioration Lucid ervice should replace it under warranty.... They have oem style seat covers and can disassemble seat in field to replace the cover.
  10. donfenn

    Help with Seat Stain

    I know they now have PurLux replacement covers, which have been needed due to proliferation of tear issues... Not sure about leather, but would assume there is a part number. Check with service.
  11. donfenn

    Buying a Lucid in the next 60 days

    Three years and no odor from PurLuxe, but have had tears, which Lucid replaced under warranty.. The material is comfortable, but if you plan on keeping the car for long term I would be wary about the durability of the synthetic material.
  12. donfenn

    Years of Persistent Software Failures - Lucid Air Software Team’s Incompetence is Unacceptable

    Almost three years of ownership with no major issues. Yes, I’ve had the usual odd software glitches and some CarPlay annoyances, but I dealt with plenty of CarPlay nonsense in Porsche and BMW products too. It does seem to be getting better, and I still love the way the car drives. I did have a...
  13. donfenn

    Did production stop on the Air Touring?

    There has been some conjecture that Lucid may slide back new 2027 Air production until current Air inventory burns off. I don’t know if there is anything solid behind that, but one recent report used language suggesting Lucid may “hold back on Air,” and I’m not sure what that really means in...
  14. donfenn

    Lucid (allegedely) hires AlixPartners as part of restructuring.

    There was a comment in one of the reports which said they are going to focus on Gravity and hold back on Air... What does that portend for the Air's future??
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    Lucid (allegedely) hires AlixPartners as part of restructuring.

    I appreciate Nick Twork clarifying that the AlixPartners engagement is focused on operational improvement and execution, not the darker rumors some people were assuming. That said, I think Lucid management should probably go a step further with a clear customer-facing message. This is not just...
  16. donfenn

    Air software version 2.10.0

    Makes sense... Maybe if they finally do redesign of the screen layouts and graphics they will find a way to improve the look, although if it happens this might only work for later cars or those with the updated processor...
  17. donfenn

    Possible Sign of Service Improvements

    I noticed that the Air service vehicle which came to me yesterday stll had original dmv registration tag on window from mid 2022. I am sure its on the road everyday -- so going on it's fourth year. I have seen Gravity service vehicle on the road here in L.A. too
  18. donfenn

    Goodbye and farewell after 40 months

    I used to consider that some other automotive entity would partner-up or absorb Lucid if the PIF stops their support, but given the unfortunate state of EV sales that does not seem like a likely outcome.
  19. donfenn

    Possible Sign of Service Improvements

    I had a Lucid field service tech out today for a minor trim issue, and the crew was excellent — an experienced tech paired with a trainee. That seems to suggest Lucid is adding at least one more mobile service person in the L.A. area. They also mentioned that Lucid is planning to open a...
  20. donfenn

    Buying your Air at lease-end

    At this moment, it is $45,100. but could possible negotiate lower buy-out--However, they won't discuss discount from residual value until last payment is made. However, I see 2024 Tourings with same or less mileage in same price range, with more original warranty in this price range. It is a...
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