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    Definitive OEM Tire Life Poll

    My 2018 MR RWD got 53k miles on the OEM My wife's 2018 LR RWD got 51k miles on the OEM Both have 18" Aero. Both replaced with General RT43 all seasons
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    Reasonable Selling Price for Mid Range M3

    I have a 2018 MR with about 52k miles. No ceramic or PPF, though, but it does have EAP. I'm in CT. I recently got quotes from Vroom and Carvana in the $30,500-$31,500 range. Not planning to sell, but was just curious. I sold my Ford Focus EV in 2018 and got about $1k more from Carvana vs...
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    Model 3 LR for LONG daily commute?

    My wife has a 2018 LR First Production (RWD, Range initially 310, then bumped to 325). She commutes from southern CT to central NJ, 135 miles each way, mostly highway. She's done it 2-3 days per week for three years, though less frequently during COVID. She does have to be a little more HVAC...
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    FS: Tesla Model 3 Aero Wheels + Tires

    Do you have the tread depths? I'm in lower New Haven County. Thanks.
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    Range Loss Over Time, What Can Be Expected, Efficiency, How to Maintain Battery Health

    Two M3's in my house: 2018 LR RWD: 47k miles, lifetime average 209 wh/mi 2018 MR RWD: 34k miles, lifetime average 198 wh/mi Both are 18" wheels with Aeros Live in CT. We both drive mix of highway and two lane roads, and very conservatively (unless showing off for friends). Wife uses the...
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    Tesla Model 3 Aero Wheels

    Hi. Are TPMS included?
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    Does your spouse have your key on their phone?

    We have two M3s. We each have app\key access on each other’s car.
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    High Milage Model 3

    purchased 6/26/18. 31k miles. LR RWD first production 206 wh/mi lifetime. New England location Tires at 4/32 and 5/32 at 30k rotation
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    FS: 2018 Model 3 AERO Rims + HUB Caps + Tires

    Interested. Do you have pics? Willing to ship to 06437?
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    What cars have you owned before your Model 3?

    For the wife and me. We were day 1 line waiters who placed two reservations. 1987 Dodge Omni 1992 Geo Storm 2001 Nissan Sentra 2001 Toyota Camry 1986 Dodge Dakota 1999 Volvo V70 1998 Ford F150 2002 Mercedes E320 Wagon 4matic 2002 Audi A6 Wagon 2009 Toyota Yaris 2002 Toyota Prius 2008 Honda...
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    Tire Rotation Strategy

    This is exactly how I have done it on my wife's M3 LR RWD. Planning to use the same strategy on my first rotation on the M3 MR RWD. I use two of these: 1.5 Ton Aluminum Racing Floor Jack with Rapid Pump® and two of the hockey puck jack point pads.
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    Noticed battery warming just plugged in not charging.

    I have a LR RWD and MR RWD, charging with a Juicebox 40, and both exhibit exactly that which you describe. IMO it’s operating as intended.
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    Buy MR with existing reservation or via referral link?

    Thank you. I just tested that and it is exactly as you say. Now to decide whether to go blue with white interior or MSM with black interior...
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    Buy MR with existing reservation or via referral link?

    My wife currently has a LR, RWD, vin 21,xxx. We have a second reservation still active and are now ready to buy the MR model. From a delivery timing perspective (sooner is better), is there an advantage to purchasing using the reservation vs. her referring me (I get the SC credit, she gets one...
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    Model 3 Phone Charge Cable Swap Thread

    I have USB-C and need Micro-USB. Willing to ship to CA from CT ASAP. Just sent you a PM.
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    Lifetime Wh/mi

    RWD, Aero covers on 100%, 5,100 miles - 203 wh/mi
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    Connecticut Delivery Process?

    I experienced exactly the same as NYCR160 at the Mt. Kisco delivery center on June 26, 2018. CHEAPR rebate was direct deposited about 12 days after delivery. CT plates arrived the day my NY state temporary tags expired.
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    Rear Axel Squeak/Squeal

    I took my VIN 21,xxx in for the exact same rear, passenger side wheel squeak last Friday. It was loose clips on the brakes. 60 minutes later it was fixed and no more squeak.
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    Chip inside Charge Port Door

    Mine fell off last week, but I had no idea what it was. I heard it hit the ground at the public charger when the door closed on the adapter while I was replacing the plug at the station. Thankfully I put it in my pocket. This thread, Gorilla glue and a small clamp, and it's as good as new...I...
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    Model 3 Phone Charge Cable Swap Thread

    Have: USB-C Want: Micro USB Happy to swap/ship. I'm in Guilford, CT.
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    Model 3 Financing

    I also live in CT. I pick up my 21,xxx VIN at the Mt Kisco, NY store on 6/26, just in time to take advantage of the EV loan program. I'm financing the max $30k at .99% for 66 months. 3/31/16 line waiter at Short Hills, NJ, 4/15/18 invite, 4/17/18 Configuration, 6/11/18 Preparing for...
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    Let's talk financing rates

    Terrific! Thank you. Hoping for my invitation to configure very soon. Line waiter, 3/31/16 at 12:30 (Short Hills Mall, NJ)
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    POLL: If the GOP tax reform kills the $7500 tax credit, will you still buy?

    I'm in CT, too. You'll get the $3000 state rebate. They added the M3 to the program and it allows you to purchase the car out of state since they can't sell in CT. See here for eligible model list: DEEP: CHEAPR - Eligible Vehicles And here for details on purchasing out of state: DEEP...
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    Model 3 pricing spreadsheet

    Indeed, if they don't replenish as they have twice already. The original funding was for ~$1m in May 2015.
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    Model 3 pricing spreadsheet

    I received this from Rachel, a Rebate Processing Specialist with the CT CHEAPR program on 8/7/17: Hi, Thank you for your email. Should the Tesla Model 3 be delivered for sale while the CHEAPR program is in effect, it will be considered an eligible vehicle. We will be adding the Tesla Model 3...