Recent content by Hoopoe

I found it interesting that there didn’t seem to be any rushed end of quarter push this time around. Just riding the already very competitive price drops of the last few months. Being in the market additional incentives are always appreciated but I’m not expecting any major changes in price by...

Do you have a business that can do 179 on the X? If you buy through the business there is no income phase out on the $7500 rebate and with the 179 deduction I think the X is the clear winner on post tax price so long as it doesn’t turn out to be a lemon. This is my big concern as I know a lot of...

While you can sometimes get a larger amount of depreciation by using the standard and especially bonus (18,000) in the first year consider the after tax implications of regular mileage based deductions. You’ll have to pay tax on the depreciated price - sales price as taxable income except if you...

Less wind noise from front windshield. Current level is acceptable but on par with my Honda Fit and nowhere close to my prior BMW/Mercedes experiences. Road noise seems much improved on more recent Model 3 builds. Include change lanes with turn signal with basic Autopilot. So many more button...

I generally agree. Amazing car and unparalleled performance and driving experience. Maps are ok and I like the ability to plan charging with integrated navigation but find that avoiding traffic isn’t great and navigation UI isn’t up to snuff with google/Apple Maps and CarPlay. iPhone integration...

I ended up putting in an order for regular Model 3 LWD with 19inch wheels. My sales rep said he would regularly check his calendar daily to see if he could find one that pops up. Until then it’s a 5-9 week wait right now for new orders and even a regular long range would be good enough so might...

I am looking at buying a new Model 3, ideally with the "stealth performance" spec and the 19" sport tires. Seems like the best blends of power, fun to drive, efficiency and overall value/cost. The sales rep I talked to at the local Tesla store said that their inventory of this is almost non...

Is the full 179 deduction still active for 2019? I have been hearing guidance from some peers whose accountants have suggested a max of 25k plus regular depreciation for this year. Looking to make a purchase between X and 3 in the next few weeks and this could make a big difference. Limits for...

It’s still a wash in terms of total gas vs electric cost so the fun factor of the Tesla still wins the day. But I’m worried that the change to EV rate plan moves the low cost charging from 12am to 3pm which is easy to charge but then you get credits from solar at the low rate during that time...

I'm about to purchase a Model 3 this next month after my lease expires but have hit a roadblock with some research into the electric rate plans offered by PG&E in California. We live in a rural area with most of our heating etc on electric so have a high overall consumption but also a fairly...

Any updates on efficiency now that OP has more miles?

So at delays. Perhaps a model X refresh in the works?

I’m interested in your experiences. In particular real world range, build quality/reliability.

Any insight on how to best navigate a model x 179 when it come time to upgrade with regards to depreciation recapture?

I think that FSD is overpriced now. Would be a fun rare convenience feature that I would pay 2k for or so, but not this ever escalating price based on the Tesla taxi service. I would never let the American public into my car especially unobserved. Would make more sense for Tesla to break down...