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Hmm. My reservation was on Apr 1. I don't have any estimate yet.
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Hmm. My reservation was on Apr 1. I don't have any estimate yet.
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Ben
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Model 3 customer deliveries are starting/have started this week. Anybody here get to order theirs yet?
I just made a reservation 2 days ago. I assumed they would be no better, and quite likely worse than the Model S (which isn't very good) as far as driver space for the extremely-tall set. I was wrong.
(I'll have to test drive one myself, but I'm 90% sure based on specs and videos posted that it will work for me.)
So they won't get around to me for at least a year - that's cool; more chance for me to get the finances in order and for them to work out the bugs. Plus I might want the AWD option (not yet available) depending on cost. But until then, I have to live vicariously through others. :coffee:
I just made a reservation 2 days ago. I assumed they would be no better, and quite likely worse than the Model S (which isn't very good) as far as driver space for the extremely-tall set. I was wrong.
(I'll have to test drive one myself, but I'm 90% sure based on specs and videos posted that it will work for me.)So they won't get around to me for at least a year - that's cool; more chance for me to get the finances in order and for them to work out the bugs. Plus I might want the AWD option (not yet available) depending on cost. But until then, I have to live vicariously through others. :coffee:
Mental Nomad
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Still can't order.
Kinda want AWD.
"The invites appear to still be limited to early reservation holders in California and current Tesla owners.
After designing their Model 3, they are also told that they can take delivery in about 4 weeks."
https://electrek.co/2017/12/15/tesla-model-3-batch-configuration-invites/
Kinda want AWD.
"The invites appear to still be limited to early reservation holders in California and current Tesla owners.
After designing their Model 3, they are also told that they can take delivery in about 4 weeks."
https://electrek.co/2017/12/15/tesla-model-3-batch-configuration-invites/
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OP
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I am undecided if I wish to order or not. As designed with options, my cost would be ~ $59K before incentives. I may wait for all wheel drive or even cancel my reservation.
You probably already know this but the federal tax incentives are probably going to expire in 2018 or shortly after based on the volumes Tesla is doing now. If you wait or cancel you may not get that benefit later down the line. Can't see the current administration renewing any of those EV incentives.
They’re going to go bankrupt. Get your Modern day Edsel while you can!
Poker Zombie
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I still think it's a snap buy. If Tesla goes belly-up, you own a collector's vehicle. If Tesla stays successful, you get the tax incentive, a great car (I've heard nothing but rave reviews from owners), no more trips to the gas station, a nearly zero-maintenance vehicle, and a car that is expected to last much longer than a typical automobile.
Plus, each electric vehicle to hit the road increases the demand for a nation-wide infrastructure that will support and cater to electric vehicle owners.
Plus, each electric vehicle to hit the road increases the demand for a nation-wide infrastructure that will support and cater to electric vehicle owners.
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I wanted to like the Tesla 3. But, just hate the whole dashboard setup. I want my speedometer and info infront of me. Don't want to look to the side or take my eyes off the road. I guess you could get used to it?
Ben
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I would snap buy today if I could get an invite (and arrange the financing - another challenge you probably don't have to worry about; being a sole proprietor has it's disadvantages...) And I don't even know if it'll fit me great (I know it would be at least OK, but maybe not optimal.)
Don't buy the FSD now; real FSD is still several years away, at least (IMO.)
I strongly recommend sticking with the stock wheels over the $1500 "upgrade" as they provide better range and the covers can be removed when range is not a concern, leaving a decent-looking wheel underneath. Also tires wear less quickly and are cheaper to replace. If you get them and decide you really can't stand them, aftermarket wheels can be had at a similar cost.
All-wheel-drive may or may not provide some towing capacity, at a cost of probably an additional $4-5k. I'm guessing you're not wanting it for all the snow/ice in FL.
You will be able to still get the $7500 tax credit as long as you take delivery by Sept. 30 (possibly longer, but I wouldn't count on it.) After that it will go down to $3750 for the next 6 months.
Tesla will NOT be going bankrupt anytime soon; I'm willing to put down a large amount of action on that.
I've had an electric Ford for almost 5 years now. Not a dime in gas, no carbon emissions for that long. Electricity prices where I am are some of the cheapest on the continent. I'm a very happy camper!
"Tesla will NOT be going bankrupt anytime soon; I'm willing to put down a large amount of action on that. "
Then do it. Buy a chunk of their stock, commensurate to the large amount of action you're willing to put down. We'll all watch and cheer together.
"Then do it. Buy a chunk of their stock, commensurate to the large amount of action you're willing to put down. We'll all watch and cheer together.
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"Tesla will NOT be going bankrupt anytime soon; I'm willing to put down a large amount of action on that.
Then do it. Buy a chunk of their stock, commensurate to the large amount of action you're willing to put down. We'll all watch and cheer together.
I already have - a very substantial amount. If I wasn't on the brink of paying off the house, I would be dumping another 10-15K into it right now, as the stock is getting pummeled along with others in the Trump trade war fiasco. Since Tesla's primary focus is US and Canada sales, I think the trade war will be a small dent in Tesla's overall profitability potential, therefore I believe the current price is oversold.
Tesla’s stock is getting pummeled because they are producing half the number of cars in their business plan and smothering under debt that can only be repaid if they sell cars they aren’t producing.
Poker Zombie
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Sure, that's there too, but it is always there. Tesla production has never met Elon Musk's lofty goals, but the stock typically gets hit with a 10% downturn, then crawls back up. The bigger overall stock market drop has led to overselling. I'd price it fairly at $300-$325, but the recent drop to $250 was absurd panic amid trade war fears.
Ben
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Overvalued? Quite likely - at least until recently (one could view the downturn as more of a market correction than anything else.)
Going bankrupt? Not unless half of the Model 3's start spontaneously catching fire. Musk's BS projections aside (which everyone knows are BS by now, before they even leave his mouth) the overall speed with which they have been able to scale production has been pretty strong. And here just within the past week or two, it looks like they've really gotten over the hump. (y) :thumbsup:
Going bankrupt? Not unless half of the Model 3's start spontaneously catching fire. Musk's BS projections aside (which everyone knows are BS by now, before they even leave his mouth) the overall speed with which they have been able to scale production has been pretty strong. And here just within the past week or two, it looks like they've really gotten over the hump. (y) :thumbsup:
OP
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I am hoping to schedule a test drive this week and then make my decision.
Ben
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If you get in one, can you do me a favor? Take a pic with the camera facing directly forward and about 4 inches below the roofline (i.e. my eye level?)
So, you're saying that the trade war rhetoric is the primary reason for why Tesla stock is getting hit?
First big debt payment is in the fall. Hopefully their production ramp up will be in time.
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BukNaked36
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As a Wisconsite, I have to ask why did they made them rear wheel drive?
Standard rear while drive cars in snow handle terribly.
Not sure how that translates to 6'9". Do you have 3-4 inches of extra headroom? Or is it 'snug' ?
OP
OP
Post lots of pics please - interior and exterior.
I tried to arrange a test drive - not available. Only one on display in Florida and it is in Miami.
pron incoming, ETA 1pm pst. I won't give a full review, you can find plenty of good ones on youtube with a quick search, but I'd be happy to answer specific questions about the touch screen, dash panel usability (no standard dashboard display) etc. I've been driving the car for a few weeks.
Not sure how I'm supposed to know who is 6'9". Is it in the forum FAQ?
The car has a surprisingly large amount of headroom, as stated before, I'm very comfortable in the car. For someone who is 6'9" I would imagine it would be pretty difficult to feel comfortable, not because you wouldn't fit (I don't think your head would hit the ceiling of the car) but because your line of sight would be staring into the sun shade in a normal position rather than through the windshield. But I would expect the Model 3 is about as good as any car for headroom at this size (midsize sedan). Getting in and out is fine for me but it's obviously not as comfortable as a larger car like an SUV or a large size sedan.
From the Tesla forums:
Curb weight:
3549 lbs. (Model 3)
3814 lbs. (Model 3 Long Range)
Weight distribution:
47% front, 53% rear (Model 3)
48% front, 52% rear (Model 3 Long Range)
Shouldn't that help combat the problem of fishtailing in the snow, since there is plenty of weight over the drive wheels?
Poker Zombie
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Personally, I prefer rear wheel drive in the snow. It's more fun.
Pron:
This is the view looking straight forward taken at exactly my eye level (I'm 6'4")
This view is taken 2-3 inches higher than my eye level. What I assume it would be for someone 6'9". Maybe this is a little too extreme. I'm sitting straight up so if I was this tall I could slouch a little to improve my windshield vision.
Some other interior shots:
This last one I was trying to show the top plexiglass panel but the interior is reflecting into it so it's hard to tell. Having the glass is partially what gives better headroom since there isn't a more bulky steel frame with headliner.
This is the view looking straight forward taken at exactly my eye level (I'm 6'4")
This view is taken 2-3 inches higher than my eye level. What I assume it would be for someone 6'9". Maybe this is a little too extreme. I'm sitting straight up so if I was this tall I could slouch a little to improve my windshield vision.
Some other interior shots:
This last one I was trying to show the top plexiglass panel but the interior is reflecting into it so it's hard to tell. Having the glass is partially what gives better headroom since there isn't a more bulky steel frame with headliner.
OP
OP
Do you have a pic of the aero wheels with the plastic removed ?
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