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Old 09-29-2022 | 11:55 AM
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I asked abt the Activity Key at the dealer and they weren’t sure about compatibility/price. How much is it and does it work (ie. Will a LR dealer program it?).
 
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Old 09-29-2022 | 02:25 PM
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for me the SE was the must, because you could get the white roof. not sure why that's not available at the higher trim levels, The Green or Blue with a white roof looks amazing and I went with the pangea green. The other thing was that the seats are wrapped in black edging at the higher trim levels unless you get the stupid expensive leather. planning on using this outdoors not at the mall, and I wanted a solid tan leather-ish seat so I went with the Acorn stuff.

 
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Old 09-29-2022 | 02:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Jiman01
I asked abt the Activity Key at the dealer and they weren’t sure about compatibility/price. How much is it and does it work (ie. Will a LR dealer program it?).
The activity key was $200 and works as long as you remember to charge it before use. But the screen goes into dark mode very quickly after displaying information. And it's not that intuitive to use at first.

BMW does it better with their digital key that looks like a credit card. Swipe it on the door handle to unlock. Place it on the phone charger to start the vehicle. Fits nicely in a wallet and never needs charging.
 
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Old 09-29-2022 | 04:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Trekkie
for me the SE was the must, because you could get the white roof. not sure why that's not available at the higher trim levels, The Green or Blue with a white roof looks amazing and I went with the pangea green. The other thing was that the seats are wrapped in black edging at the higher trim levels unless you get the stupid expensive leather. planning on using this outdoors not at the mall, and I wanted a solid tan leather-ish seat so I went with the Acorn stuff.
White roof is only available on the std SE and below, why I ordered a 130 SE. Black w/ White contrast Roof.
 
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Old 10-01-2022 | 12:36 AM
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Understanding your situation on the build the only thing I would change is drop the “off road” tires and buy some after delivery. The “off road” tires are Goodyear wranglers and they suck in the mud. They basically glaze over, don’t clean and don’t provide any traction. Save the $400 and buy a decent set of AT’s. Excited to see the finished product. You are going to like it ALOT.

This pic says it all, slid off the trail onto a long log. I was stuck and I don’t think any tire would have helped but after trying like hell to get free you can see the wrangler isn’t even cleaning itself. It is basically a racing slick.






 

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Old 10-01-2022 | 08:50 AM
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That sucks!! I wonder if the 19” wheel option also comes with Wranglers? If so, I might definitely have to make a change. Thanks for the heads up Nuckle🤙🤙
 
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Old 10-01-2022 | 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Jiman01
That sucks!! I wonder if the 19” wheel option also comes with Wranglers? If so, I might definitely have to make a change. Thanks for the heads up Nuckle🤙🤙
I think all of them are wranglers if “off road” tire is selected. Save your originals. If you trade early due to market demand like I have they will give you extra since it is easier to CPO with original equipment.
 
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Old 10-01-2022 | 02:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Nuckle
I think all of them are wranglers if “off road” tire is selected. Save your originals. If you trade early due to market demand like I have they will give you extra since it is easier to CPO with original equipment.
Did not know that. Thanks for sharing. Will find room to store mine.

matt
 
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