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  1. CUBldr97

    Choosing between a used MS 60 and MS 85

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  2. CUBldr97

    Choosing between a used MS 60 and MS 85

    ... When i researched the question, the only reference point was an early MS 60 owner who had a bad MS60 battery, upgraded to an 85 at the time, the battery was about $50K, tesla gave hiim some credit and he paid about $16k to upgrade.... Besides all the other differences pointed out about a...
  3. CUBldr97

    Choosing between a used MS 60 and MS 85

    one other issue with a 60 or an 85 CPO is the battery warranty. there is a difference... When i got my CPO the difference between equal cars was about $8k... there is a cap on the mileage of a 60kwh car, there is not on the 85kwh battery... No one has really tested the limits of the...
  4. CUBldr97

    Announcement of new Model S June 9th

    Order your Tesla Model S | Tesla Motors New software limited 60kwh design atarting at $66K
  5. CUBldr97

    CPO en route to me!

    welcome to the club... what s the specs? Mine is a CPO as well delivered to me 1Feb 2016... Dec 2013 production S85 RWD, air, pano, rear facing seats, all weather... love every minute im driving it, even in DC traffic!
  6. CUBldr97

    Upset at SMH article - Tesla worse than a Prius!

    that's also assuming that a prius is driven is such a way to maximize the battery usage... Even when using dirty coal here in maryland I still save several tons of CO2 compared to the ICE vehicle, not taking into account anything having to do with production and transport of gasoline...there...
  7. CUBldr97

    Federal Tax credit when leasing.

    when i leased my nissan leaf, i was entitled to the tax credit.... Im really not sure how you are not entitled to it... the tax credit is for the first person to register the car.... tesla gets their own tax credit for the car... i would dig further... the tax code does state it is for...
  8. CUBldr97

    Aero wheels

    Im sure they will make a difference, i have not found the article... but Nissan LEAF guys did a similar things and basically covered the wheels completely...aero discs for dramatic improvements... when your range is less than 80 miles adding 10 miles or more is huge!
  9. CUBldr97

    Black Onyx Wheels

    they must feel empowered after the big story of Musk outright canceling a customers car order for the X. threatening to push your order back, because you are asking questions as to the delay? That's rubbish! Elon and the rest of management needs to get their stuff together. If this is how...
  10. CUBldr97

    Winter Driving

    just priced it on whispbar for my 2013 model 2 with shipping it was $596..so buying from Tesla is cheaper.
  11. CUBldr97

    Installing Xpel around CF spoiler

    just out of curiosity what does something like this cost? full body wrap...just ball park? thanks
  12. CUBldr97

    States' concerns about incentive program trigger change

    referal program change in VA? Quick-thinking Tesla Motors Changes Tesla Referral Program to Comply With Virginia Auto Dealer Laws | Transport Evolved Basically you wont get the $1000 for a referral but the friend will get $2k discount instead.
  13. CUBldr97

    Cost of ownership spreadsheet -- need help to find

    all these spreadsheets are great...thanks for them! still going to be a hard conversation... but I think I have earned it...retiring from the military, and starting a new career... Cheers!
  14. CUBldr97

    Cost of ownership spreadsheet -- need help to find

    Many months ago I saw a spreadsheet comparing a model S to other premium cars and even a minivan. I need some help finding that to show some hard data to my spouse. All she sees is sticker shock.... Doesn't see the long term... All our cars we keep for ever, with over 115,000 miles. i know...
  15. CUBldr97

    Tesla Lease offer 70D: reasonable or not?

    I have a LEASE right now on a Nissan leaf, AND I got the $7500 tax credit... it does not go to the bank, IT goes to the person WHO FIRST registers the car....has nothing to do with the bank... ITS a TAX CREDIT....
  16. CUBldr97

    Two annoying sounds my S makes that are driving me crazy

    So I take it the TESLA doesn't have an automatic noise generator for "pedestrian warning"? Ie cant sneek up on someone walking. The reason I ask is the Nissan Leaf generates a higher pitched whistle (whine) when at slow speeds, goes off around 25mph or so... I was told this was a mandatory...
  17. CUBldr97

    So, my car was hit by lightning at the Grove City, OH supercharger...

    Love your moniker "Sarah Day: Lightning charging her Model S since May 2015 Destroyer of Superchargers" GLad you kept your sense of humor through all this...
  18. CUBldr97

    Must have accessories?

    Interesting, my leaf has none of that and I bought it here in MD.... It does have free roadside assistance though... I guess I will ask about that.... - - - Updated - - - Many years ago, I worked as a tire technician....the slime never rendered a tire unusable or fixable...just caused a big...
  19. CUBldr97

    So, my car was hit by lightning at the Grove City, OH supercharger...

    This story has a lot of interest, glad nothing happened to OP physically! Everyone is very interested in the outcome... I know as a EV owner (LEAF) this post and the following conversation really got my attention. Never even occurred to me that even at home being connected or charging during...
  20. CUBldr97

    Blogger Claims Tesla's Battery Swap a Scam

    Interesting article. Does anyone have actual experience with battery swapping? Or received the "invitation" to participate? How does that work with the 8 yr warranty? How do you know the year of your battery you get when the swap occurs? Seems like with battery swapping the 8 yr warranty...
  21. CUBldr97

    Model S reliability issues

    seems like you are trying to nuke the issue.... either your in or you are out... from all i have read over the years the car is very reliable... I own a leaf....the only issue the leaf has is range anxiety...I just have to plan my day well, and find a charger if i need to drive more than 80...
  22. CUBldr97

    Maintenance Service Fee

    yep sorry that should have said 25k- 50k miles for the brake fluid....which I meant....
  23. CUBldr97

    Anxiety about charging (thinking about cancelling p85d order)

    Even if you are renting you can have a 220v circuit installed for $100-300 by a good electrician. Its not hard, I did one myself, TO CODE, for $100 in parts(40amp circuit, 50 feet of heavy duty electrical wire (properly rated) and the wall plug). AND as a selling point to your landlord, make...
  24. CUBldr97

    Maintenance Service Fee

    Let me get this out of the way...I do not own a Tesla, I am a huge enthusiast who plans on getting one... I drive the Nissan Leaf, as my first foray into the EV world. It was an experiment...WELL worth it, basically a free car for 2 years (2 year lease- fees- minus federal tax credit=almost...
  25. CUBldr97

    One week old today, and then backed into....

    Man that really sucks. Hope it fixed. What is the wrap and the other stuff you did for? I keep seeing things in threads talking about wraps and such, I don't understand why. Can you tell me what's that all about? Sorry new guy here waiting to buy my Tesla.
  26. CUBldr97

    Audi e-diesel takes a bad idea and makes it worse

    So I don't agree, EV are great for passenger cars, but what about trucks (18 wheeler) or Trains. We still have to move goods around the world. A clean diesel is the only this can happen. Airplanes will never be electric.... So while Audi developed this for a SUV, the implications are much...
  27. CUBldr97

    Should i upgrade from non AP 85 to 85D .. with a loss of 3.5k

    Tesla is offering to buy the car back, and the difference is about $6k.... Pretty good deal, when, if this was any other car there would be about 20-30 % depreciation driving off the lot. So you get all wheel drive, auto pilot, ne battery, new car, new warranty , another tax credit etc...
  28. CUBldr97

    Random Ramblings on 20 Months of Model S Ownership - Part II

    Thanks appreciate it, I figured there was basic 6k or 12k mile checks, to include rotating tires, lubricating joints, brake checks etc... didn't know if those were included in cost of car or not. Thanks again.
  29. CUBldr97

    Random Ramblings on 20 Months of Model S Ownership - Part II

    What has been the operating costs of your model S? Any unexpected costs other than tires? How about service. What is the normal costs of maintenance, and how frequent? I know there isn't much, as compared to an normal car. I have been driving a LEAF for the last year, and plan on upgrading...