Pro S More Expensive than 1st Edition -- Why?

Availability?

Illuminated Billboard?

But seriously, that was the whole point of the 1st. Give $2,000 in exchange for pre-orders for a brand new vehicle. Build a little buzz.

Nai3t said:

Illuminated Billboard?

But seriously, that was the whole point of the 1st. Give $2,000 in exchange for pre-orders for a brand new vehicle. Build a little buzz.

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So Specs are the same ...


Wonder if it's because of the White Steering wheel and Accents? If people still think the White (1rst Edition) will look like crap before long? Maybe thats why they are a few thousand less?


Anyway .. after 2 test drives I still like the white best.. I absolutely hate the piano black ..shows every speck of dust (I have it in my Chevy Bolt)

We're still under an NDA in beta.

EVone said:

So Specs are the same ...

Wonder if it's because of the White Steering wheel and Accents? If people still think the White (1rst Edition) will look like crap before long? Maybe thats why they are a few thousand less?

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No, vw did not make the msrp less because they thought they had an inferior interior. Nai3t already correctly answered your question. Sounds like you should find a first edition though!

eb2143 said:

No, vw did not make the msrp less because they thought they had an inferior interior. Nai3t already correctly answered your question. Sounds like you should find a first edition though!

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I think you're missing the Point... these are essential the exact same vehicle spec wise ...with the exception that the 1rst edition has the While wrapped Steering and Accents.. otherwise exact same specs


So Why are they charging 2k more for the Pro S ?


Yep, looks like going for 1rst edition.

I guess putting a reservation down September 2020 gets a discount?

Does Pro S have the receiver hitch standard? I always forget.

EVone said:

I think you're missing the Point... these are essential the exact same vehicle spec wise ...with the exception that the 1rst edition has the While wrapped Steering and Accents.. otherwise exact same specs

So Why are they charging 2k more for the Pro S ?

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Nai3t answered the question already. This was a brand new model in an area that VW has decided is their future - EVs. People were being asked to pre-order a car up to six or eight months prior to their receiving it. So, to get orders, and build "buzz", they offered a unique "first edition" (with the white steering wheel and screen cases) and a unique combination of a few features (20" wheels and a tow bar) plus a discounted price. This was the reward early adopters would receive -- a slightly different car from what all those who follow would get.

EVone said:

I 've gone through the specs on each , I must be missing something .

What does the Pro S offer that isnt on the 1rst Edition


TIA

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I believe the PRO S also has the lighted VW badge in the front. The 1st edition does not have this.

That's correct. It's $2K more in the Pro S for the lighted VW badge.

When I was '2nd chance' offered an FE reservation in early January that effective $2K in "free" options was one of the positive tipping points for me, as I expect many others.
We early adopters, and thereby s/w beta testers, deserve "a little sumthin, yunno for the effort."

GambitID4 said:

I believe the PRO S also has the lighted VW badge in the front. The 1st Edition does not have this.

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Huey52 said:

That's correct. It's $2K more in the Pro S for the lighted VW badge.

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The FE also came with the hitch receiver - that's the main substantive difference.

I guess it's too early in the morning for tongue in cheek sarcastic humor. 🤷‍♂️

Yes, the hitch receiver and a number of other items. ChristophW had a nice comparative list way back when and as his accompanying financial logic was as usual flawless it was one of my primary FE decision points. That and much earlier adoption of course.

ericy said:

The FE also came with the hitch receiver - that's the main substantive difference.

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Here is a great video from out of spec explaining the difference.

cvflowe said:

Here is a great video from out of spec explaining the difference.

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Thanks' cv.. Should have known..just ask Kyle ... As he says ..essentially no real difference. Other than 2k more for the Pro S

Funny he locks himself in the back seat

cvflowe said:

Here is a great video from out of spec explaining the difference.

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He doesn't mention the hitch. Does the Pro S Gradient have a hitch or not?

Spin said:

He doesn't mention the hitch. Does the Pro S Gradient have a hitch or not?

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Nope, nor is it even available as an upgrade yet. Could be a future upgrade according to my dealer's part guy.

I'm curious to see what the prices on these FE look like when they come up used. I think the FE was an excellent value for the money.