Recent content by inmyprime

About two years ago, the heating broke (made a pop sound then wouldn’t blow hot air anymore). It was repaired but now happened again (although I didn’t hear the pop this time). Tesla is charging £1,400 to fix. Is it normal for it to keep breaking and is there any point arguing with Tesla about...

All ends well! I just picked up the car and it looks like new to me. The final estimate from the Tesla-approved place was over 7k. This was done for £250+VAT. They even cleaned up all the other little scratches all over the car. I am a little bit gobsmacked that repainting/repairing wasn't...

Thanks - I have been reading up on it. Few questions: 1. Does the wrapping in any way impact the reflective surface? (make it less reflective) or is it pretty much indistinguishable from non-coated? Part wrapping makes sense if you are not changing colour of it. 2. Is maintenance for the...

Fascinating - thanks!

Well, looks like I will be buying you guys a beer in Disney Land ;) Took it to another shop (with good reviews) and the guy was confident everything can be fixed for £250+VAT. When I told him Tesla shop wanted to replace the whole panel, he held his head in disbelief and said it was completely...

Ha, thanks! I appreciate it. I was under the impression that it would not be possible to fix the scratch and dent without leaving some visible marks. In terms of cost, it's about the same: pay £1,000+ privately or £1,100 excess through the insurance to replace the panel. (Plus bit more in...

Unfortunately not protected, no :( I will try an alternative body shop, just to get another opinion.

Thanks - I am not sure we have "Carfax" (or UK equivalent) reports. If we do, perhaps someone could clarify? It looks like I may pay the excess (£1,100) and the insurance would pay the rest. But my premiums will go up by few hundred £ next year plus I might lose 2 years of 'no claims' (out of my...

Thanks - yes, I realise now I have to be extremely vigilant when it comes to narrow spaces. This is the metal bolt that scratched it (at my local council). The gate is already extremely narrow and someone left the bolt pointing outwards. I thought I was safe to pass. Is Tesla's paint especially...

Ah ok, I thought that might be the case. Some of the sensors seem to alert of other cars within close proximity when you are driving at full speed. For some reason I thought all parking sensors would be active if you are parking (at snail's speed). Thanks.

That's the photo of the damage fro interest

Hi, quick question about the rear sensors: I am not sure they are working correctly on my car. I turned and drove through a very narrow gate (very slowly) and while the front of the car beeped, the rear left sensor was completely quiet so I thought I was safe. However I heard a noise and saw...

Quick question as I couldn't find the info re the service plan: is it worth it getting a pre-paid plan? Does anyone know the current costs (and does it include wheel alignment?) And how does this compare to paying separately each year for the first 4 years? I am trying to get an idea. My Tesla...

Thanks very much - great info.

Excited that the Model S is now on a ship and en route to Europe...According to the website! Suddenly a worry came up: We have recently had a number of burglaries on our street (with cars being stolen). Certain cars seem to attract more thieves (usually sports cars). I was wondering whether...