I think the frustration is shared by a decent amount, but not a majority. And the fact is the reservations continue to increase even with those leaving. Loyal Fans/Early Adopters are the existing Tesla owners. Then its first come, first served in order of profit. And they could stay afloat by raising capital, but they…
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Who says you heave to be wealthy? I chose to get a loan for a $35k used Model S. Average New Car Price is around $36k for 2017.
I’m considering selling the Model S since I got the Model 3 sooner, which was the original purpose. But I like the Model S enough I may keep it since I drive 25k/miles+ a year and the savings…
Supposedly since the brakes rarely get used, they went with super aggressive pads that had great cold bite but did not resist heat or fade well. Unplugged Performance already has a set of “Street” Pads to correct that. I think SSBL are next. Simple fixes I’m sure the Performance version will have over the “for the…
Seeking Alpha has a ton of great info. This one I doubt though. I think Musk would want nothing with the tax rebate, and to prove even without them Tesla is desirable since that is what is in their near future. I also think that is why there will be a refresh to the Model S between Q3 2018 and Q3 2019 including a…
You are correct, but a bunch of chatter expects 2019 with the air-suspension option. I also had the option showing “Late 2018.”
You are correct. But I don’t think it’s intentional. If he could have it his way, he would have hit 5,000/week before 2017 finished. And I’m sure he would much rather have that then be in this current circumstance of still trying to ramp up.
Having come from an E36 M3 myself years back, I would say the way the Model 3 handles is pretty amazing. I think the difference is how low the center of gravity is. BUT it does not lose grip gradually. The transition between grip and losing grip is narrow. So aggressive rubber, and brake pads and maybe it could hang…
You hit the nail on the head. There are so many short sellers betting against Tesla that they are having a hard time finding shorts to trade. That is definitely the reason why the Base Tesla Model 3 will be pushed back. Tesla will avoid raising capital on wall street until they hit peak. Right now at ~ 3,000/week…
I get completely what you are saying. My reservation was day one as well. I purchased a used Model S to become an existing owner to get my Model 3 sooner as existing owners were bumped up in the queue. That said, I also don’t think you should take it personally. There just is not as much profit in a based Tesla Model…
The rebates phase out once Tesla hits 200k vehicles sold which will happen this quarter. So those same rebates will not remain. And the State of DE rebate expires 6/30/2018. So practically speaking, waiting for the $35k car, those rebates would not remain.
Same could be said for Cash for Clunkers. If you want to level the playing field, then we should talk about all the state and local subsidies to the petroleum industry as well. And the idea to rebates is to bring about a shift to EVs, something Tesla has succeeded in already by making mainstream manufacturers build a…
The way I looked at it, the $35k model without rebates was a decent buy for 220 miles. Having a Model S 75 with 250 miles range is not bad. But we took delivery of our Model 3 earlier this month, and with 310 miles of range was great. And yes, I’m paying $49k instead of $35k. But with the $7500 IRS Rebate + $3500 from …
I bet the Model Y has a better chance of being all AWD. But not the Model 3 until the average take rate of a Model 3 sticker wise is high enough for him to release a sub Model 3 model. Beyond the Model Y, he still wants the Semi, Roadster, Truck, refreshed Model S, and then maybe a sub-Model 3. So it maybe some time.…
Dual Motor is July 2018. Base Model 3 RWD is now Summer 2019.
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I think a revised Model S makes sense. Possibly using the new phone key app and 2170 batteries and magnetic motors like they are using on the Model 3 and Semi. And since Tesla Model S are outselling luxury vehicles in Europe compared to the S-Class, 7-series, and A8, maybe a four door coupe or Turismo version is being…
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This was inevitable. It started with the 3rd Gen Eclipse. The 8th Gen Lancer/Evo could have been the foundation for a 2door version with the Eclipse badge back in 2000/2001. And then after missing the easy layup, they come out with the 4th Gen Eclipse missing the opportunity again. Then they canceled the Evo forever.…