Congrats David! I am an original owner of a 2017 Bolt Premier, and it is my favorite owned car ever. I also don't mind, and mildly prefer the spartan utility of an econo-box hatchback, which is surprisingly big (e.g. I can carry 1 cy of bagged mulch in it). I think that your new battery will come sooner than later. Mine was replaced in late December, and true to form was done in 1 day (had to get a revisit for missed re-programming that cause my car not to know about its new bigger battery). I agree wholeheartedly, the new battery put this car on a whole new timeline, and I'll own it for many years to come. I hope you love your car as much as I do. Do remind Mrs. Volts not to drink coffee while riding in the Bolt - it has a suspension that will make her aware of imperfections in bumpy roads.