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  1. DDG!

    "Met the X" yesterday...meh

    I cancelled my reservation today. Had the ability to drive the car in Portland last month for about 10-12 minutes. I'm not willing to buy a $120k vehicle without more time to drive it, and I'm not thrilled with the lack of communication from the company. The X is still on the list of vehicles...
  2. DDG!

    Who else hasn't received a Meet Model X invite?

    I received a second email invitation, but have already scheduled my test drive for next week in Portland. Their invitation system must have had a hiccup.
  3. DDG!

    Changing the WA state law on extended warranties

    http://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2015-16/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/Senate/6309%20SBR%20FI%2016.pdf Here's a State Senate report from a couple of days ago on a piece of legislation that covers the Tesla situation (I think). I'm going to go look to see if there's a House bill out there also...
  4. DDG!

    Post Initial Problems with the Model X

    1. That's a pretty big gap. If Tesla says its within normal tolerances, please let us know because I would be appalled at that response. 2. I can see the color difference on my monitor. It can't be correct.
  5. DDG!

    Midnight silver metallic on the model x??

    Best Car Color To Buy, The Monetary Value of Car Color - Kelley Blue Book Interesting article on the popularity of colors on cars, SUVs and luxury vehicles.
  6. DDG!

    Tesla Finance: Production X Leasing Details & Top-Tier US Bank Financing Rates

    Be careful calculating marginal tax rates --- if you itemize (and aren't in the alternative minimum tax (AMT)) you can't add the federal marginal rate to the state marginal rate (because the state tax is deductible in calculating the federal tax). Example: 28% federal rate plus state rate of...
  7. DDG!

    Vendor Happy New Year from XPEL Protective Films (MODEL X inside)

    When you answer, also tell us whether we can tone down the gloss finish in some fashion as well.
  8. DDG!

    Model X may qualify for 50% business write off.

    And I chimed in only because I am a tax CPA with 30 years+ experience and a particular issue needed to be debunked. The most interesting tax project I ever worked on was when a vehicle manufacturer mislabeled the GVWR stickers on a high-end luxury-line SUV one year. That caused the vehicles...
  9. DDG!

    Model X may qualify for 50% business write off.

    My comment (which you have partially quoted) was directed solely at the quote which immediately preceded it in my comment. I was politely saying that the information provided on certain depreciation recapture issues was flat out wrong. Incorrect. Do not rely on it. That said, everyone here...
  10. DDG!

    Rain and/or Snow eXperiences

    I saw that. There's also a Facebook group post about another owner with a different experience with rain. I'm hopeful of getting information about how the doors handle snow (we have a lot of it right now in eastern WA).
  11. DDG!

    WPB Area X owners, care to trade demo rides?

    I was invited to configure in early December but I'm waiting for a test drive. I'm happy to wait another couple of months to make sure that the X is right for me --- otherwise it's an expensive mistake.
  12. DDG!

    Model X + 3 kids in car seats?

    A Facebook Owners' Group member reports that the second row seats don't tilt until they are all the way forward, which she says prevents her from using that second row seat (with a child seat) for access via the FWD. If you use FB, you may wish to search out the group for more info (Tesla Model...
  13. DDG!

    Rain and/or Snow eXperiences

    Soliciting feedback from X owners on their rain and/or snow experiences, both positive and negative, with respect to how the Falcon Wing Doors performed in adverse weather conditions. Your comments are appreciated!
  14. DDG!

    Model X may qualify for 50% business write off.

    You are mixing up Section 1245 property (e.g., tangible personal property (like a Model X), which is always subject to recapture of depreciation at ordinary tax rates if the asset is sold for more than the adjusted cost basis) and Section 1250 property (e.g., real estate, where accelerated...
  15. DDG!

    Post Initial Problems with the Model X

    And some of them are not enjoying the car as much as they had hoped. If they are having problems, they can share them so that those individuals who have not yet configured and finalized their orders can be aware of any pending quality issues. There are comments in closed Facebook groups that...
  16. DDG!

    Will MX fit in my garage?

    Thanks for the garage video. What happens when the garage door is closed? Do the door sensors detect the overhead tracks for the garage door?
  17. DDG!

    Wiki Model X FAQ (wiki)

    That is worse than sad. :)
  18. DDG!

    Wiki Model X FAQ (wiki)

    It's not sad, but it can happen when two (or more) people are editing the same Wiki at the same time. The second person's response will automatically overwrite the first person's saved post.
  19. DDG!

    Wiki Model X FAQ (wiki)

    I can't imagine that the width is accurate --- it would be about a foot and a half wider than my existing 2008 Mercedes E350 --- and highly unlikely to fit through my garage door (house was built in 2005). - - - Updated - - - The Q is in the Wiki, the A is not.
  20. DDG!

    Matt_D's Model X Delivery Thread

    I'd like to gauge how high off the road I'm likely to be sitting in the X when driving --- so I think that means I'd like the "Low" measurement. Thanks!
  21. DDG!

    Insurance for the Signature Model X

    My State Farm agent says the X isn't in their system yet (should be in January). But then again, he says the only S that is in his system is the 70D for the 2015 model year. The 70D quote he gave me for the 2015 model year was $100 more per six months than my existing 2008 Benz. I'll touch...
  22. DDG!

    Random Model X sightings

    Per IRS Pub. 946: "You place property in service when it is ready and available for a specific use, whether in a business activity, an income-producing activity, a tax-exempt activity, or a personal activity. Even if you are not using the property, it is in service when it is ready and...
  23. DDG!

    Matt_D's Model X Delivery Thread

    Beautiful car, Matt! Congratulations on your delivery and a great review! One request: Might you be able to measure how high off the ground is the driver seat when the air suspension is in a "normal setting" mode? I'm interested in doing a comparison to my existing ride (MB E350 sedan)...
  24. DDG!

    Bonnie's Xcellent Adventure w/X Sig 2 - Config, Delivery, Roadtrip

    Thanks for posting, Bonnie --- that's more trunk area space than I saw in the X being charged by a Tesla employee over Thanksgiving at the Gilroy CA SC. Congrats on the new vehicle!
  25. DDG!

    2016 Model X P90D, FULLY LOADED, ALL OPTIONS, Obsidian Black Metallic, Black Leather, Ludicrous

    Upgraded charger? I don't see the screenshot for that.
  26. DDG!

    Gonna bail - anyone else?

    It's an interesting business model to miss deadlines, but still invite your customers to obligate themselves to purchase your product with little or no communication or detail on what they are purchasing. For a product that is selling for $80k+ --- all the more interesting. Was in Portland...
  27. DDG!

    What is the highest reservation number to get invite to configure?

    Access is tied to an invitation to configure, which is tied to a reservation number. When a reservation number is cancelled, there's no longer any access.
  28. DDG!

    Model X LED Headlights

    It also says "rear facing seats."
  29. DDG!

    Design Studio for Everyone

    They are at just above 9,500 now. At 4,500 or so every Monday, there will be another 13,500 invitations to design by the end of the month (there are three Mondays left in December). That would take the total invitations up to the 23k number.
  30. DDG!

    Design Studio for Everyone

    The most recent invitation to design appeared to go to about 4500 folks (an increase from prior invitations). Someone who just reserved (US-based) said they were reservation number 23k or thereabouts. If they continue to invite 4500 folks each Monday through the end of the month of December...
  31. DDG!

    What purpose does the cavity behind the front "T" serve?

    Reading through the landing page of the Press Kit, it's clear that Tesla doesn't differentiate between features that are options versus features that are standard on all versions of the X. That's going to get them into trouble at some stage. They need to learn the words "available" or...
  32. DDG!

    Production X Configuration Has Begun!

    Thanks for calling. I'm so glad that I've decided to wait to configure --- by the time some cars actually get released (and people provide feedback on whether they've made good decisions) I'll be in a better position to make my choices.
  33. DDG!

    Production X Configuration Has Begun!

    I'm 90xx and the Design button is now active for me (reserved in early April 2014). I'm leaning towards waiting to configure until there's something to test drive.
  34. DDG!

    Is the CPO 50,000 mile limited warranty any good?

    In WA, CPO warranties are offered. Extended warranties are not.
  35. DDG!

    Random Model X sightings

    Yes. 6 seater.
  36. DDG!

    Random Model X sightings

    Yesterday at the Gilroy SC. The Tesla employee using it for the holiday showed it off while it was charging.
  37. DDG!

    Only pictures :)

  38. DDG!

    Model X Email: All Rez holders to configure in 2015

    Elon's text: "Lower cost versions coming later" with the additional interpretation of "Tesla time" to define "later."
  39. DDG!

    Model X Email: All Rez holders to configure in 2015

    "We hope to invite all current reservation holders to configure"... is far different than all current reservation holders will be able to configure. Since the lower price point X configurations won't be available for a year, it will be interesting to see how this plays out.