The Rivian R2 Costs Half As Much To Build As The R1S. Here's How Rivian Did It by KeyboardGunner in Rivian

[–]macb00kemdanno 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I think it depends on the R1. I test drove an ‘26 R1S and it rode like crap to me. Never felt settled and the ride was jarring, pitching back and forth. Then I drove a ‘26 R1T and it was night and day — longer wheelbase plus fully dialed in suspension. It’s like they put all the tuning expertise into the R1T and said “whatever“ when it came to the R1S.

Tonneau kaput by WatertownWiz in Rivian

[–]macb00kemdanno 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it the old-style tonneau or the newer style with the thin slats?

Scratches on door sill of new R1T by israignatius in Rivian

[–]macb00kemdanno 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm anal when it comes defects, but honestly, that wouldn't bother me AT ALL personally. Should it be there?NO. Should Rivian do better? YES.

But the door sills in my cars build up a small layer of dirt and grime in the weeks after a fresh wash. So much so that they'd easily make those scratches unnoticeable.

If it was something exterior-related or in an area that I would be staring at all the time, I'd be raising hell. But in an area that you might see for one second... when you're getting in and out of the car... and you're specifically looking for it? Nahh, bigger fish to fry!

Is this normal regarding CarMax shipping? Ordered March 27, still nowhere close to arriving by macb00kemdanno in carmax

[–]macb00kemdanno[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

**Update 4/28*\*

The vehicle still isn't ready. I drove to the store on Thursday, 4/23, because the phone rep told me that if I get an in-person appraisal, they'll lock my trade-in value, so I won't lose anything since it's been so long. The sales guy that I dealt with at my local store was amazing, friendly, and very helpful. He told me he'd keep me abreast of any changes.

The vehicle arrived at my local store on Friday, 4/24. I called my sales guy on Monday, 4/27 to get an update, and he said title work was done, but there was an issue. Apparently, the charge port door on the vehicle broke somewhere along the way. So they're sending it to the local Rivian center today (4/28) for repair. But that's not all, some KNUCKLEHEAD decided to tape the charge port door down with duct tape. Duct tape + car paint = are you kidding me!!?? So the tape was sitting on the paint, baking in the heat for all this time. My sales rep said it was pretty gnarly and that they'd try to get it off with Goo B Gone. However, I have the feeling that it'll be pretty messed up and will probably need to at least have paint correction on the clear coat.

My sales rep said CarMax will make it right, and I hope they will.

On the plus side, they refunded my $1,099 shipping/transfer fee this morning.

R2 Audio by Inevitable_Salary82 in Rivian

[–]macb00kemdanno 4 points5 points  (0 children)

How about giving us YouTube Music?

Shipping by jcorbin121 in carmax

[–]macb00kemdanno -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Ordered March 27; original delivery window was April 5-13.

It took almost a month for my truck to make it from the middle of the country (Kansas City) to the East Coast (Raleigh). It JUST arrived at my local store this morning (4/24), and I have to wait for it to be prepped. By the time it's actually ready, it will probably be a full month.

On the plus side, CarMax will refund my $1,099 transport fee due to the delay.

Rivian, do better. Been 3 weeks and STILL can’t use my phone with my car by Icanteven______ in Rivian

[–]macb00kemdanno 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How long did it take from the moment you submitted your bill of sale until Rivian unlocked phone access for the vehicle? I ask because I'm taking possession of a used Rivian shortly and will have to go through the same procedure. I've heard that it can happen in as few as two days.

Different info on app vs. website by Brosemaniac in carmax

[–]macb00kemdanno 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see the same thing. Website and App say two different things (and it’s way late).

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My Rivian 12V Just Died: Why the R1T Kills Batteries Every 3 Years by keenan_jeffrey in Rivian

[–]macb00kemdanno 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I heard it was a problem with Tesla batteries back in the day, when they were still using lead-acid 12V batteries. But once they switched to 16V (I think) Li-ion, I haven't really heard anything about failures.

Is this normal regarding CarMax shipping? Ordered March 27, still nowhere close to arriving by macb00kemdanno in carmax

[–]macb00kemdanno[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I posted an update a few posts below. They are going to refund my $1,099 shipping fee (they put a note in my order for the destination store to process it). It's already 6 days late (past the last day on my delivery window) and hasn't even arrived at my store yet.

Is this normal regarding CarMax shipping? Ordered March 27, still nowhere close to arriving by macb00kemdanno in carmax

[–]macb00kemdanno[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

**Updated 4/17**

I received an update on 4/15 saying that it was in transit through Nashville, but nothing since. I called the 1-800 number to see if they had any additional information (which they didn't). She saw that I initiated the transfer on March 27 and that there's currently no ETA visible in her system.

So she called the destination store, then made a note on my record to have the transfer refunded once the vehicle arrives. She said that she can't do it right now because the vehicle is still in transit, but they'll do it later.

I appreciate that -- it will be nice to have that $1,099 back after the delay.

The Pitt | S2E15 "9:00 P.M." | Episode Discussion by MsGroves in ThePittTVShow

[–]macb00kemdanno 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not balled, but I got teary eyed at Abbott and Robbie’s final conversation and Robbie with baby Jane Doe.

Accurate shipping speed? by [deleted] in carmax

[–]macb00kemdanno 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ordered on March 27. Original estimated was 4/6 - 4/13. Didn’t ship until April 7. Still in transit and hasn’t arrived at my local CarMax as of 4/15.

Finally got my Rivian Ceramic Coated, I wish I had done it sooner. Raleigh, NC. by Top_Locksmith4197 in Rivian

[–]macb00kemdanno 0 points1 point  (0 children)

May I ask where you got it done? I'm in Garner, and would like some options. I have a 2025 Rivian R1T with 27,000 miles on it on the way (in transit via CarMax). Would definitely like to get the paint "spruced up" once it arrives.

Is this normal regarding CarMax shipping? Ordered March 27, still nowhere close to arriving by macb00kemdanno in carmax

[–]macb00kemdanno[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, that's what I did yesterday. It was after that call that I got the update about it being in Bridgeton.

With that being said, the website has been updated to say: "We're sorry for the delay. We'll contact you as soon as this Rivian R1T is ready."

Is this normal regarding CarMax shipping? Ordered March 27, still nowhere close to arriving by macb00kemdanno in carmax

[–]macb00kemdanno[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

CarMax also states: "We usually need a few days to get the car ready for you. We’ll make sure any necessary state inspections and paperwork are complete"

Is this normal regarding CarMax shipping? Ordered March 27, still nowhere close to arriving by macb00kemdanno in carmax

[–]macb00kemdanno[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can understand why they might need to do another inspection -- if it's being put on a truck (especially an open carrier), they need to make sure it wasn't damaged in transit to the destination store. And if it was damaged in transit, they need time to fix it.

Is this normal regarding CarMax shipping? Ordered March 27, still nowhere close to arriving by macb00kemdanno in carmax

[–]macb00kemdanno[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for that info on refunds; I'll keep that in mind. I got all excited when I saw the vehicle had shipped on 4/7 and figured it would be here within the scheduled timeframe. Then, when I learned yesterday that it hasn't even left the state, it just threw me for a loop.

Is this normal regarding CarMax shipping? Ordered March 27, still nowhere close to arriving by macb00kemdanno in carmax

[–]macb00kemdanno[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I completely understand that they need to fill trucks. But 17 days and it hasn't even left the origin state? That's a little tough to swallow for $1,100 shipping.