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2023 Rivian R1T — how much reconditioning is worth doing before listing?

SunBeltHaulerCommunity StarterJun 21, 20262023 Rivian R1T Quad-MotorNashville
Car needs tires soon and has a few cosmetic issues. I am not sure whether spending money first will return more in the sale price.
apr
10.4
location
Nashville
ppi planned
term months
72
asking price
71000
dealer doc fee
699
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HybridMechanicish897Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 21, 2026permalink
I'd treat 12V warnings as a no-ignore. On the 2023 Rivian R1T, I'd get the 12V/DC-DC side checked even if the traction pack looks fine. I'd do that before spending real money. On “how much reconditioning is worth doing before,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Not gospel, but it saved me a headache. Climate here is different, so treat that as a local data point. I'd rather pay for diagnosis than a second guess-repair.
HybridMechanicish897Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 21, 2026permalink
Low-voltage gremlins will strand you even with a full pack. Try a second charger before blaming the 2023 Rivian R1T — site sharing and pack temp change the curve a lot. Then you'll know the next fork. Not gospel, but it saved me a headache. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.
TowMechanicish155Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 22, 2026permalink
Low-voltage gremlins will strand you even with a full pack. Try a second charger before blaming the 2023 Rivian R1T — site sharing and pack temp change the curve a lot. I'd do that before spending real money. Have you gotten a second quote in writing? Your commute and mine probably aren't the same, but the test still applies. No warning lights, which is why I'm documenting it.
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