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  1. Bruin1996

    Why are you ordering a Performance Model 3 over an AWD Model 3?

    Hi everyone.. I was wondering if the lucky soon-to-be AWD/P Model 3 owners can list some of the reasons why they chose either the Performance or the AWD LR Model 3. I was on the fence between the two models after the announcement but my wife prefers the regular AWD as it seems to be the...
  2. Bruin1996

    Model 3 Test Drive Availability?

    Hello fellow Tesla owners/fans! Merry Christmas to everyone! Especially the lucky people who have just picked up or are about to pick up their Model 3. Apologies if this question has been answered already but I was wondering if anybody knows when Model 3's will be available to the public...
  3. Bruin1996

    Will I get federal tax credit if I buy a Model 3 for my parents?

    Hello everyone, I am not sure if this has already been answered but I would like to buy my parents a Model 3 (they want the base, lower range Model 3 with EAP/FSD and silver color) and I would like to know if I will be eligible for the federal tax credit? I am also probably going to buy...
  4. Bruin1996

    Anyone not waiting for dual motor/performance/Ludicrous model 3 to buy a RWD Model 3?

    Hi everyone.. I was planning to wait to buy a performance dual motor Model 3 and maybe Ludicrous mode but seeing that deliveries of those won't start until Spring 2018 I am tempted to just buy a loaded Premium RWD Model 3 with upgrade package and Full Self Driving. Money is no object for me...
  5. Bruin1996

    Tesla Model S is the pace car for Nike's Breaking 2 attempt

    Some of the best marathoners in the world trying to go sub-2 in a marathon on a racetrack in Italy and they are following a Tesla with 2 drivers (one to control speed and one to steer). No exhaust fumes! Another benefit of electric cars.
  6. Bruin1996

    Recommendations on Southern California Tesla Certified Body shops please

    Hi everyone... Unfortunately I scraped the right side of my Tesla because of a malfunctioning gate (into my community). Hopefully I won't be found to be at fault for the damage. Anyways, I am looking for a good southern California-area Tesla-certified body shop. I have gone to European...
  7. Bruin1996

    Tesla Model S driver survives spectacular collision with 18 wheel truck in NJ

    As reported by Electrek, another save for the 76 year old driver (who understandably had chest pains after the accident) after the truck driver ran a red light and hit the Tesla. The truck flipped over and nearly destroyed a nearby house. More evidence for Teslas being some of the safest cars...
  8. Bruin1996

    Tesla-related websites/web blogs/social media for obsessed fans?

    Hi fellow Tesla fanatics, I apologize if this has already been answered in a previous threads but I am looking for more websites/blogs/Twitter accounts to follow to keep up with the latest in Tesla news. I currently read Teslarati, Electrek, Green Car Reports, and Gas2 as well as follow...
  9. Bruin1996

    Amazon Kindle Deal for Elon Musk Book

    Amazon is having a deal on the Kindle e-book "Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for A Fantastic Future" for only $1.99. Perfect pick up for any Tesla or Elon Musk fans at a great price! Just downloaded mine.
  10. Bruin1996

    Autopark questions from a Model S newbie

    Hi everyone, I just got my Model S about one week ago and I have been trying to get my Tesla to Autopark to no avail. I've driven by open spots between 2 cars perpendicularly parked slowly at 3-5 mph several times but I never see the P light up. Any advice on what I may be missing...
  11. Bruin1996

    Guesses on "token of appreciation" for line waiters tweeted by Elon Musk

    Hi everyone, So what do you think will be the "small token of appreciation" tweeted by Elon Musk for people who waited in line to reserve a model 3? I think the priority to get my Model 3 earlier is enough but am wondering what he could mean.
  12. Bruin1996

    Advice or recs for a Tesla Newbie

    I am officially a part of the Tesla family! Just picked up my silver S 90D with next gen seats and rearfacing child seats. Any advice for a Tesla newbie on what I should get next? I am starting with full cover Xpel and ceramic tint and then will get a Blackvue dual dashcam installed. Also...
  13. Bruin1996

    Professional Dual Dashcan Installation in Southern California?

    Hi everyone, I am interested in installing a Blackvue dual dash cam but I am afraid I am going to mess up my Tesla if I try to do it myself. Does anyone have any recommendations for any reasonably priced professional installers in the Southern California area? Thanks in advance.
  14. Bruin1996

    Hello from Southern California

    Hello everyone, I just joined the Tesla Motor Club forums today and wanted to introduce myself. I'm a 41 year old physician married to another physician with two little kids (1 and 6). I just confirmed an order for a Tesla Model S 90D a few days ago and I am also planning to reserve a...