My R2 Delivered (VIN 0686) - First Photo 📸

[OhmMyGod]

Congrats, Launch Green is an epic color!

Is there anything shocking (good or bad) that was not apparent during first looks or demo drives which is now apparent as an owner?

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[HAL9000]

Congrats, Launch Green is an epic color!

Is there anything shocking (good or bad) that was not apparent during first looks or demo drives which is now apparent as an owner?

So far, it's as expected. I'm just a little annoyed that there is no pet mode yet (coming soon).

 

[travman1974]

Being that your in California did you get portable charger and adapters free?

 

[HAL9000]

Being that your in California did you get portable charger and adapters free?

Yes, I was given an adapter on the spot (J1772 to NAC). I was told that 'charging stuff' would be mailed to me—whatever that means. Maybe it's the Combo CCS1 DC Adapter? Who knows; I didn't question it, I just wanted my truck.

I'll update the thread once I receive the mystery box.

 

[R1TCntrlMaIzzy]

There will always be those that do not believe you received your R2. I say enjoy the ride and don’t be concerned with proving yourself.

Congrats!!

 

[HAL9000]

There will always be those that do not believe you received your R2. I say enjoy the ride and don’t be concerned with proving yourself.

Congrats!!

100% man. I could have just not come on here.

Yep, I'm enjoying it. Thanks again!

 

[narmstrong79]

I love it so far. It actually rides better than my R1T and is quieter inside.

Is the key-up setting all-purpose or conserve mode?

 

[ribuck97]

That is insane! I'm no car expert but is it something where air suspension is really more about ride height adjustment vs general smoothness?

I would imagine R1S would be way smoother.

“Rides better” is subjective and not necessarily “rough” or “smooth”

I drove the R2 then the R1S. I felt the R2 was “harsh” and the R1S was “smooth”, however the R2 was 100% more in tune with the road where the R1S sort of just floated. I almost equate this to driving a sports sedan, ie BMW M3 vs 5/7 series.

And both the R1 and R2 are exceptional at eliminating body roll but accomplish it in entirely different manners.

If one prefers handling ”on rails” with the ability to feel the road and that is “riding better” this is the R2. If you want a long haul cruiser then this leans more to the R1. Both models “can do“ either.

$0.02

 

[dleepnw]

So far, it's as expected. I'm just a little annoyed that there is no pet mode yet (coming soon).

Not great timing. Summer heat is coming (already here in some places) and they launch without pet mode?

How's the audio? I test drove an R2 yesterday and the sound was honestly kinda horrible. To be fair, the test vehicle had only 200 miles so its probably not broken in. I spent 10 min of my 30 min drive playing around with the EQ and other settings but it was just bad. I'm hoping yours will sound better over time. My R1T Meridian is miles better than what I heard in the R2.

 

[jlstan]

I understand how ridiculous this is, but whether I go through with my order likely depends on the sound system. I don't need 2 trucks, and I have the Meridien in my Gen 1 T. I love the Meridien.

 

[narmstrong79]

I understand how ridiculous this is, but whether I go through with my order likely depends on the sound system. I don't need 2 trucks, and I have the Meridien in my Gen 1 T. I love the Meridien.

I haven't driven an R2 yet, BUT, if Gen 2 is any indication....... if you have the Meridian system and Audio is most important to you. Add a Comma Ai (for UHF ability) to your Gen 1 and ride that thing until the wheels fall off. Most in-house system will not meet Meridian (or other Mid/higher end OEM) audio quality. It'll be good for 90% people, but not for audiophiles.

I have a Gen 1 post Meridian, i believe it was labeled "Elevation" at the time.

 

[Utah-Jay]

I listen to talk radio 80% of the time… I am loving hearing how all you “audiophiles” can’t/wont’ get an R2… Just moves me up in the reservation/order list

 

[TimK]

I listen to talk radio 80% of the time… I am loving hearing how all you “audiophiles” can’t/wont’ get an R2… Just moves me up in the reservation/order list

Same here. I have single side deafness so stereo means nothing to me. I can hear the difference between a bad and good sound system but that's about it. Audiophiles please move me up in line.

 

[mpw81]

The demo vehicle I drove the other day had a VIN in the mid 700s. These had to have been made more than 2 weeks ago so that they could get them to the service centers by the 9th.

Rivian is WELL over 1,000 vehicles made by this point. My guess is over 2,000.

The demo units alone must be somewhere between 200-500, if each of the 100 service centers gets a few. I think the Q2 production numbers are going to surprise a lot of people, since the "consensus" was that they will deliver only 400 by the end of June.

The demo unit I had in Denver on Wednesday looked flawless.... except for a small silver dollar sized defect on the back right corner (either on the window or the panel right behind the window). It looked sort of like a a mirror that was hit with a small ball pin hammer. The point being, I think the demo vehicles are normal production vehicles for customers that they found issues with that make them un-deliverable without re-work.

 

[HAL9000]

The demo unit I had in Denver on Wednesday looked flawless.... except for a small silver dollar sized defect on the back right corner (either on the window or the panel right behind the window). It looked sort of like a a mirror that was hit with a small ball pin hammer. The point being, I think the demo vehicles are normal production vehicles for customers that they found issues with that make them un-deliverable without re-work.

I think it might be from back window installation
My R2 has it on the left. It's very small.

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