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by OB1CCFC
Tue Apr 04, 2023 7:31 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Driving in icey conditions
Replies: 16
Views: 7646

Re: Driving in icey conditions

As said above by Roybosh I don’t think rear wheel drive is an issue in the ID3 because it has a central centre of gravity. The significant weight of the car is an interesting one. Probably more planted on the flat but a little bit worrying downhill. The car has a lot of low end torque so you have to...
by OB1CCFC
Tue Apr 04, 2023 7:18 am
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Car shooting forward
Replies: 24
Views: 14489

Re: Car shooting forward

I don't have especially large feet - but do find it quite easy to press the accelerator whilst pressing the brake! Likewise! There’s something about the pedals (at least the 1st edition ones) that seems a little off. Either brake size or pedal placement or gap. I’d be interested if the lady who has...
by OB1CCFC
Sat Feb 18, 2023 4:27 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Would you order another ID3?
Replies: 34
Views: 10448

Re: Would you order another ID3?

I sold my ID3 and got a new Niro EV in September. I am really enjoying the car. Generally a bit more all round quality . I am interested in the new ID3 upgrade and hope VW can get a bit more quality and price competitive in this compact EV space. They are much needed. I don’t like Tesla’s and wouldn...
by OB1CCFC
Thu Feb 16, 2023 2:04 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Used EV Prices
Replies: 17
Views: 6629

Re: Used EV Prices

My ID3 was very well put together. There was an ocassional rattle on a rear seat catch which I fixed.
The interior was designed to be fresh, fun and minimalist, not everyone's cup of tea, but that was the design.
it's a very good car.
by OB1CCFC
Wed Feb 15, 2023 2:59 pm
Forum: Off-Topic Chat
Topic: What Lays Ahead?
Replies: 24
Views: 21250

Re: What Lays Ahead?

There’s no doubt that the early ID3’s on 0564 software were rushed out and were a mess.
However, since version 2.4 was installed the car has been pretty stable.
What remains are largely smaller glitches.
I’m sure you’ll enjoy the car.
by OB1CCFC
Tue Feb 14, 2023 7:56 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Used EV Prices
Replies: 17
Views: 6629

Re: Used EV Prices

Looking at car depreciations for last year, before the Tesla price drop, it’s interesting that Tesla was by far the worst. Top 10 biggest depreciating used EVs 2022. Prices for used models 12 months old with 10k miles from Cap HPI Tesla Model 3 -23% Tesla Model S -22% Audi e-Tron -15% Jaguar I-Pace ...
by OB1CCFC
Sat Jan 14, 2023 6:14 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: I'm getting really fed up with this car
Replies: 22
Views: 3868

Re: I'm getting really fed up with this car

The concern is also that there are varying firmware, hardware faults dotted around (along with software variation). These would require recall. Still unsure how much much brand damage has been done around this but they only have themselves to blame. A shame as we really need VW to be a solid founda...
by OB1CCFC
Sat Jan 14, 2023 8:43 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: I'm getting really fed up with this car
Replies: 22
Views: 3868

Re: I'm getting really fed up with this car

The concern is also that there are varying firmware, hardware faults dotted around (along with software variation). These would require recall. Still unsure how much much brand damage has been done around this but they only have themselves to blame. A shame as we really need VW to be a solid foundat...
by OB1CCFC
Fri Jan 06, 2023 6:15 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: SOS not working, amber
Replies: 8
Views: 14473

Re: SOS not working, amber

This typically requires a control unit change.
I drove with the error for 3 weeks, on holiday, with no other effects.
I finally took it in as I was selling my car and wanted it ticketyboo!
by OB1CCFC
Sat Dec 31, 2022 10:19 pm
Forum: Off-Topic Chat
Topic: HAPPY NEW YEAR
Replies: 7
Views: 11780

Re: HAPPY NEW YEAR

Happy New Year to all!

Here’s to seeing many more EV’s next year!
by OB1CCFC
Sun Dec 25, 2022 10:11 am
Forum: Off-Topic Chat
Topic: Seasons Greetings
Replies: 6
Views: 10435

Re: Seasons Greetings

Happy Christmas everyone!

Have a great day!!
by OB1CCFC
Thu Dec 15, 2022 7:32 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: NOTES ON DRIVING AN ID3 ACROSS EUROPE
Replies: 7
Views: 2199

Re: NOTES ON DRIVING AN ID3 ACROSS EUROPE

We drove from Yorkshire to the Switzerland border then holidayed in Germany about 18 months ago on our 58kw first edition. No problems at all. Used Ionity for all but a couple of charges. We felt on 130kph motorways that 110kph was the minimum that was safely comfortable, else we felt a bit too slow...
by OB1CCFC
Wed Dec 14, 2022 4:28 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Rapid charging with software 3.0
Replies: 15
Views: 2524

Re: Rapid charging with software 3.0

The new Niro EV has a relatively low max charging speed. But it does warm the battery optimally if you put a charger as a satnav destination.
Yesterday in Milton Keynes ionity at 0 degsC. Obv low SOC also helps!
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by OB1CCFC
Wed Dec 14, 2022 4:22 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: All season tyres recommendation for ID.3 with 18" alloys?
Replies: 23
Views: 3771

Re: All season tyres recommendation for ID.3 with 18" alloys?

I’ve always found the Michelin cross climates to be great. Also a very quiet tyre….
by OB1CCFC
Mon Dec 12, 2022 10:23 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Driving on snow
Replies: 19
Views: 5646

Re: Driving on snow

I found my ID3 on 19” Contis to be pretty decent on snow. The exception being downhill when you could worryingly feel the chunky weight.
There have been quite a few posts on Speakev about getting tyre socks which seem to help quite a lot and aren’t that bad to put on…
by OB1CCFC
Sun Dec 11, 2022 11:22 am
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Battery and range
Replies: 96
Views: 32676

Re: Battery and range

Tbh in my new Niro EV with its ‘fabled’ efficiency I am struggling to get over 3 mi/kWh on short runs right now, even a 30 mile round trip to the airport with heating on 21 degs C a fair amount of the time didn’t make 3! I’m of the opinion that’s just how these batteries are and you can wrap it in a...
by OB1CCFC
Mon Dec 05, 2022 2:41 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: What you wish you'd asked when you picked up your car from the Dealer
Replies: 8
Views: 2803

Re: What you wish you'd asked when you picked up your car from the Dealer

My dealer gave me the key and said ‘farewell’!
Obviously check the type 2 cable and wheel lock nut and the charge level. I would ask for the bonnet to be popped and check fluid levels.
It would be good for them to demo the infotainment notably the satnav, heating/Demister and the charging screen.
by OB1CCFC
Fri Dec 02, 2022 8:10 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Lane Assist is downright dangerous
Replies: 43
Views: 12432

Re: Lane Assist is downright dangerous

Not sure why anyone would doubt the integrity of the OP and their experiences, especially as these systems have been widely criticised for years. I certainly had a few uncomfortable incidents where I felt the system was potentially dangerous. It certainly needs some work (by all manufacturers) which...
by OB1CCFC
Fri Dec 02, 2022 11:10 am
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: 1 year and 14,000 miles.Some thoughts.
Replies: 23
Views: 4975

Re: 1 year and 14,000 miles.Some thoughts.

Now at 18,000 miles and the software has finally defeated me...... Completely depressed reading about the V3 software roll out and have now decided that enough is enough. Have checked out the MG4, Megan e-tech and the Niro EV. MG 4 is excellent value for money but felt cheap compared to the ID.3. M...
by OB1CCFC
Tue Nov 29, 2022 4:28 pm
Forum: Main Volkswagen ID.3 chat
Topic: Advise for charging when arriving in Folkestone area via Eurotunnel / Le Shuttle
Replies: 9
Views: 1800

Re: Advise for charging when arriving in Folkestone area via Eurotunnel / Le Shuttle

I think there are more chargers at Ionity Coquelles than on the UK side? If you have time I would charge there. I haven't used it as I didn't need a charge at or near the tunnel when I passed through, but have seen others report that they did so successfully, and it shows live on wecharge. No speci...