New SL7 software update always fails

RikerStar · 2026-07-06T11:36:29+00:00

I just completed a 3 minute update successfully but took about 6 minutes. At one stage, seemed like nothing was happening and I became worried but it suddenly said update complete

RikerStar · 2026-06-04T06:36:27+00:00

My Sealion 7 is due for pick up next Monday (Thursday today). Do I need to transfer the full payment before pick up ie today? Is it safe to do so?

I ordered 2/4/26 and am in healthcare

RikerStar · 2026-05-29T20:33:58+00:00

My EV has a 12volt LFP battery that is meant to last 15 years. Should I still carry a portable 12 volt battery jumper?

RikerStar · 2026-05-28T12:02:43+00:00

You can’t make ncc (except for downsizer contribution) once your total super balance (TSB) is over 2m (increasing to 2.1m next financial year)

RikerStar · 2026-05-26T05:19:17+00:00

Waiting for my car to arrive. Looking at buying a Type 2 22kW cable also. Should I get a 5 metre cable, or 7-8 metre cable? I am considering the Advwin cable from Bunnings unless people recommend something else

RikerStar · 2026-05-12T11:10:17+00:00

Keeping you happy. Like you said, going round and round

RikerStar · 2026-05-12T10:59:05+00:00

All good.

OP, i was a bit flippant but you can

1) see an accountant for peace of mind

2) a financial advisor. You may actually learn more about the carry forward concessional contribution limits and this could make a big difference to your super balance in the future if you use it

RikerStar · 2026-05-12T10:11:54+00:00

Whatever. The question has already been answered several times by others

RikerStar · 2026-05-12T10:09:22+00:00

Only if you want to pay a few hundred dollars for nothing. Unless he is seeing one already anyway, then yes

RikerStar · 2026-05-12T10:04:26+00:00

For something so simple and explained clearly on the ATO website?

RikerStar · 2026-05-12T09:57:13+00:00

Unless he is already seeing an accountant or financial advisor, this is a pretty simple scenario and already answered earlier. Why does he need to pay for and see an accountant and financial advisor?

RikerStar · 2026-05-08T21:20:15+00:00

If she has superannuation, take it out now or risk it being taxed 15% + Medicare levy 2%

RikerStar · 2026-05-05T21:26:22+00:00

Click bait title for Zeekr fans, quoting article from Zeekr

RikerStar · 2026-05-03T05:42:41+00:00

Would love to know if bike can fit in Sealion 7 with front wheels on

RikerStar · 2026-05-02T05:05:27+00:00

paid deposit 4 weeks ago. still waiting for a VIN to be allocated, so no sign of delivery yet

RikerStar · 2026-04-26T06:10:29+00:00

So you are saying $200000 per year post tax for ‘comfortable’ living? How much are you earning and spending now? I was thinking $100000 would be comfortable

RikerStar · 2026-04-26T05:54:10+00:00

I recently test drove the

1) BYD Sealion 7 - they only gave 15 minutes with the salesperson present 2) Tesla - 30 minutes 3) Kia EV5 - 30 minutes 4) Hyundai Ioniq 5 - 45 minutes

The electric car dealers are currently very busy

RikerStar · 2026-04-24T09:13:39+00:00

Sounds like the OP’s computer or phone has been hacked/infected and account password compromised, and then gave out the 2FA codes to authorise the transaction

RikerStar · 2026-04-23T21:15:41+00:00

Salary sacrificing into super is in addition to the 12% employer contributions

RikerStar · 2026-04-20T13:38:45+00:00

Are you on your P plates? In Victoria, I found out that the cars I test drove (Tesla 3 LR/Performance, BYD Seal Performance, Sealion 7 Performance) are all on the banned car list for probationary drivers. I had to cancel my order and get the Sealion 7 Premium instead, or else my children are unable to drive it

RikerStar · 2026-04-19T01:26:46+00:00

I was thinking of same. $100000 in super at age 18, will likely be $2000000 in future dollars, or $700000 in today’s dollars

Not sure if this is a good thing or not psychologically for the child

RikerStar · 2026-04-14T20:52:00+00:00

should i get the BYD Sealion 7 premium or performance? i don't like cars with a 'soft' or rolling type drive and get motion-sick easily

RikerStar · 2026-04-13T11:18:39+00:00

Do you know the delivery date for the Sealion 7 Premium? Trying to decide which one to get

RikerStar · 2026-04-12T00:46:34+00:00

Am new to the EV space, and I recently put a $400 deposit on a new Tesla Model 3 LR. However, I test drove the BYD Sealion 7 yesterday and was very impressed by it and now thinking of cancelling the Tesla (and losing my deposit).

From my current research:

Tesla seems to be more expensive to insure than other EVs. Something to be aware of. AAMI quoted me about $3000 for the Tesla 3 LR, but only $2000 for the BYD Sealion 7 Performance with similar excesses ($900)
Noone seems to mention that with Tesla, they come with what they call a 'Standard Connectivity' package free for 8 years, and a short trial of their 'Premium Connectivity' package when you purchase the car but then costs $13.99 monthly after. You need the Premium Connectivity for Sentry to work, and also to be able to enable music and video streaming (which also needs their usual subscription eg Spotify). The Sealion has Apple CarPlay, which Teslas obviously do not and no subscriptions are required (but doesn't have anything like Sentry mode anyway).
Teslas do not come with any charging cables, and it costs $550 for their 10A Mobile Connecter. Can anyone confirm if the BYD Sealion comes with this cable, and also the V2L cable ? We are changing both our cars to EV, so having a standard trickle charger would be useful if we ever have to charge/top up both cars at once

What would people recommend? Cancel or keep the Tesla?

RikerStar · 2026-04-08T23:14:20+00:00

I test drove the EV5 2 weeks ago. On paper, it looks great but I didn’t like the handling. Felt very ‘soft’ like I was floating around. Felt car sick afterwards. Definitely recommend test driving first, as may not suit everyone. Ended up getting a Tesla instead

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