CPO luxury SUV or brand-new mainstream SUV?

I'd slow the salesperson down here. In California, insurance quotes flipped a 2024 Rivian R1S comparison for me more than the sale price did. That's the part that actually changes the decision. This is from a 2024 Rivian R1S in California. Happy to compare notes if your setup is different. Not wiring anything in the meantime.

Hard-won lesson from my last deal: A written buyer’s order on the 2024 Rivian R1S is worth more than any verbal “we’ll make it work.” If they balk, that's your answer. On “new mainstream suv,” that was the fork that mattered for me. This is from a 2024 Rivian R1S in California. Did the worksheet show tax yet? I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.

If I were shopping this, i would not wire money until I've seen the 2024 Rivian R1S and the title situation in person or via a trusted PPI. That's the part that actually changes the decision. Verbal 'we'll take care of it' is not a plan. I've seen both outcomes, which is why I'd test instead of assume. I'll update if anything new shows up.

Compare apples to apples or you'll get spun. A written buyer’s order on the 2024 Rivian R1S is worth more than any verbal “we’ll make it work.” If they balk, that's your answer. Was this after sitting overnight? PPI guy I use is booked until next week, so I'm waiting.