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Update. I have a Model Y test drive scheduled for today. Want to experience the ride in something more current. Honestly, I do love so many things about my M3.

Interesting to know the newer cars from Tesla drive differently. Back when I bought mine I had to travel from Michigan to Indiana to take delivery and bought the car without driving one (Telsa was prohibited from selling cars direct-to-consumer in Michigan at that time). I have always felt...

I used to love my car, a 2019 dual motor M3. In 5 years it has had no mechanical issues. But.. I have had quite the experience with collision costs and headaches. A few months after I took delivery, I was hit by a drunk driver at 6am. The car drove away, but it was in the auto body shop for...

Please excuse me for latching on to this thread for a related question. I have been using a Kingston 120 GB SSD and it's now full and won't record anything more. I can not figure out how to erase content to have an empty disc. Anyone know? (on an iMac) Thanks! addendum: I figured it out...

BigTuna00 I share your opinion. No bueno! Honestly, I don't think the shape of the M3 wheel wells is suited for mud flaps 2b substantially effective. Bummer.

On the Shop-Tesla page, regarding M3 mudflaps: "4x front mud flaps, 2 sets in two different sizes" Not sure what this means. Only front flaps and no rears? And, are the two front sets of different lengths, shorter and longer? Whoever has bought a set, could you tell me what you were sent...

Same thing happened to me a few months ago. Turned out I needed to update cc because card on file w/Tesla had expired. Supercharger allowed me to charge prior to updating card (only tried 1 time). Be that as it may, what you describe is scary as hell for all of us on the road, far from home...

So, I eventually did receive Tesla's email for the return. More importantly, I found a better option to gather the charging cable, for less than 1/2 the price. Take a look here.

Has anyone returned an item ordered online from the Tesla store? I bought a cable organizer for my garage wall. It is small and I am unhappy with it. Submitted an online return request (successfully). Web page said "Return Request Submitted" and "Return instructions and shipping label have...

Interesting about the potential software update. Thanks for that information. Interesting note though... I watched a YouTube video of how a 9v radio battery can pop open the frunk of a M3 (which gives access to the 12v for replacement). Of course, this will only be helpful if your car dies in...

My friends with Model S get warnings before their 12v dies. Does the M3 give a warning? I have searched YouTube and Google to see a photo of what a warning looks like, but there's nothing! Has anyone had their 12v battery die (were you stranded?) and did your car give a warning first? Jeff

If I remember the center screen correctly, when charging isn't there an option to limit the incoming kilowatts when charging? Why not set it to whatever makes you comfortable?

Sherlo, thanks! Hey, one follow question. Do you think there's a concern for curb rash? I've noticed the metal rim sticks out a wee bit beyond the rubber tire.

Winter in the upper midwest means dried salt on the body paint. Not fun hand washing in freezing temps. Is there any danger to using a commercial car wash? I am not referring to paint or finish damage. How about the battery receiving a drenching of high pressure water.

It would be nice to color match mud flaps for the model 3. This is the only seller I can find that does this. Unfortunately, the bad reviews for their product are horrible enough I'm staying away. Hard to believe there are no other sellers, but if there are, I can't find them. Do you know of...

It's not the consumption that concerns me, rather, I want to do what's best for the battery. Is the battery "happiest" when it is run down to 20%, charged to 80% and plugged in to the UMC every night for necessary consumption? Not that I can accomplish this, just trying to understand ideal...

OP... I agree with M3BlueGeorgia.. trivial, if any cost/flow of energy. I have an unrelated question. Tesla recommends, in cold weather driving, to always leave the car plugged in when not in use. They don't say to always "charge" the car when not in use. So, does the battery draw a small...

Hand warmers can be helpful to thaw a charge port. I read a post from a guy who got his port door to open, then couldn't get electricity to flow due to an inability to make a connection from ice in the charge port. He activated a hand warmer and stuffed it into the charging receptacle (making...

OMG!! RayCanuck that is exactly the sound, and MP3Mike, the fix you reference is golden! My ranger is coming over to install a winter wheel package and I'll ask him if he can replace the HV battery breathers. Thank you guys. Really appreciate your posts!

Supercharged for the first time this weekend. Actually supercharged 3 times. Each time, I occasionally heard a loud pop from under the floor, presumably the battery. One was right rear, one was under frunk. The car charged and drove, otherwise, normally. Is this sound normal for a 2019 dual...

Interesting. I live in Michigan. No SC. Closest is Chicago. I'll call and inquire about shipping to authorized auto body shop in my hometown. Thanks!

I'd like to buy second set of 18" wheels and mount snow tires. I prefer Nokian, Michelin or Blizack, so the combo Tesla offers is out. Doesn't look like Tesla sells just the wheels. Is OEM from another source the same thing as manufactured by Tesla? What vendor do you like?

Thanks Mark. Phone batteries seem to drain more quickly than I can find time to charge them. I'll appreciate the day when my watch can get me home!

Can an Apple Watch become a key to unlock and drive a M3?

Wanted to share following information: It is possible to replace a rear quarter panel on an M3 without removing the glass roof. I was told be everyone who chose to comment that this was a requirement for quarter panel replacement. The issue with roof replacement is, quite often, the glass...

I set the speaker balance more towards the rear of the car. It resets to center every time I park. Is there a way to keep the audio settings and not have the car default back to factory settings when off?

Nogasmn, Getting the seals separately and making your own kit, I think, will not be satisfying. The reviews on available seals are aweful. "Chinese junk" is what I commonly see. The adhesive is poor and separates soon after application. The seals arrive folded (not coiled) and have...

Does anyone have experience with the Basenor door seal kits sold on Amazon? This particular vendor has sold a lot and the reviews don't suck, which is notable for door seals! I believe the purpose is not to deaden interior sound, but rather, to keep the door jams cleaner and make for nicer...

mokalette, I suffered a similar accident, but not as severe as yours. My car has been in service since June 7th. Insurance gave the okay to order parts on June 26th. On August 1st I asked for status update and was told all parts had been received and "The car should be over for the cut in...

VT_EE, Would you be willing to share with us your car's outcome? Does it look perfect (showroom condition at repair sites) and does it drive perfectly? I am really hoping for good news. My car is in the midst of the exact same repairs.

Billionaiire, On July 1st you said two weeks were needed and your car would be returned to you. Can you give us an update on how it looks and drives?

billionaiire, this stock image is a good angle to look at a rear quarter panel. The rear quarter panel does not touch the glass roof. The small, triangular window needs to be removed, as does the trunk lid, to replace a quarter panel, but why the glass roof? I am not doubting you. Matter of...

Thanks mrau. The car is at Koenes Auto Body in Grand Rapids, MI. They have a great reputation locally. I do trust them. Yes, when the car is repaired and returned to me, I will update this message board.

Update: $2,900 in parts, $11,000 in labor. I'm three weeks into this. My Tesla certified auto body shop has told me "Sir, in our experience, we have waited 5-6 months for parts".

sorry. I've tried to indulge aliengr0 and joined Vimeo then uploaded a video, having never used this site prior. I'll give it a bit more effort, later today.

. It's not an impressive crash, to watch. I've watched enough youtube videos to know any impact on a wheel can cause quite severe, not outwardly recognizable damage.

My baby was injured and I'm concerned she'll never be the same. Damage isn't bad, but sensors have been destroyed and steering is off center. Impact was left rear wheel and left rear quarter panel. No body shop evaluation yet (tomorrow). It's a 2019 with 1,300 miles. So bummed. Tesla told...

hcdavis3, Thanks for your reply. Appreciate the research. I wonder if 3M has backed away from this product cuz it shouldn't be this tough to find.

hcdavis3, I've been on Amazon. Many sellers eager to send me Chinese product. If you have found 3M brand P-type and Z-type door seals on Amazon, I would most appreciative if you would send links. Thank you!

Where can I find 3M brand rubber door seals? Lots of info on how and why to add second seal around doors. Several people say off brand double sided tape fails quickly. I'm having trouble finding 3M brand. Anyone found a source? Thanks!

Great info. Thanks guys.

My son wants Spotify premium service, which we will sign up for. Can the M3 stream music this way and if so, would that be via a bluetooth connection from a phone, or can Spotify be accessed directly from the display screen (preferred)? Thanks