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That’s got to have more to do with Hagerty vs Bringatrailer? That would be silly for Orange paint to justify the same premium as a brand new battery… right?!

I understand from a purely logical perspective where you are coming from, but I think it’s hyperbole to say that the only difference is some badges. I can put signature badges on any car but I can’t make that car one of the first 100 built if it wasn’t (using that number as a place holder here...

That auction is really interesting to me. To have 2,800 miles and a literally brand new R80 upgrade (installed September 2023), I thought for sure it would bring over $100k. My takeaway is that maybe prices are being driven by collectors that want to stash away cars with provenance...

VIN 184 has 2 days left on BAT, bid currently at $83k https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2008-tesla-roadster-32

Just wanted to share the exciting news that VIN 1418 arrived safely to Texas where it will be cherished and enjoyed! I am really happy to be an active member of the Roadster community again and can't wait to parade this beauty all over DFW and beyond! :)

Interesting listing on bringatrailer.com. This one has been owned by The Petersen Auto Museum since 2017: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2008-tesla-roadster-31/ Just listed and already bids over $100k, should be fun to watch!

oof, 2018 not 2008 lol.

Dat was me :) I sold 543 in 2008 when I was changing jobs and could no longer justify a third vehicle, and I cannot tell you how excited I am to make 1418 an orphan no more!

Roadster 543...SALE PENDING

Hello all, Just wanted to outline that Roadster 543 is still for sale. She just received her annual service, as well as a full inspection at Tesla Dallas & passed with flying colors. She is now more than ready for her new forever home. I am still asking $57,000. This is still the only known...

Howdy... As it nears the delivery of my Model X, I'm hoping to speed up the sale of my gorgeous 2010 Roadster. Most important to note - the Power Electronics Module failed due to the previous generation dual fan setup on 2.0/2.5 cars, and was replaced in September 2017. The service center...

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It would need a few upgrades / retrofits from Tesla, but it can certainly be done!

Hello all. I've been swamped with work and have not been 100% focused on keeping up with this. However, Roadster 543 is still available! I am dropping the price to $59,000. The brand new Power Electronics Module still has a transferable WARRANTY until September 2019. If anyone would like more...

Price reduced to $60,888. Hoping to find this beauty a new home soon.

Thank you!

@FrenchTexan, I sent you a DM. Hope it worked for you. Thanks!

Price reduced to $61,888. As always, I'm still open to offers depending on timeframe, and am happy to arrange shipping anywhere at buyer's expense. Here is the link to my listing with CarGurus.

Tesla only accepts Roadsters on trade-in to give them away at auction. That being said, they offer about half of the current market value.

Here's a few more photos. Thought some of you might like proof of the PEM's replacement, which is evident by the "remanufactured" tag and the serial number. PEMs are built in the Tesla factory in California and sent to service centers with that title. Original window sticker. Price is...

Selling my 2010 Roadster 2.0 for a Model X lease. Located in Fort Worth, TX. New PEM and upgraded PEM/Motor fan unit with existing warranties. Asking $63,000. Radiant Red, Premium Beige interior, cast wheels, new rear tires, battery CAC 151. (click above for link to my thread in the For Sale...

As much as it saddens me to do this, I am letting my beautiful Roadster go. After accepting a fantastic new job that requires a 60-mile commute each way, I've fallen for leasing a Model X with Autopilot. More importantly, when we sell the Roadster, we've decided to put in solar and a Powerwall...

"There were only 2,500 of these manufactured and there are less than 2,000 left word-wide." Would love to know where this data is coming from. Probably just a guess?

That is awesome!! Will PM my address shortly. You rock!

In TX, this would not fly because the DMV requires either a title application or bill of sale along with the title. The title and the second doc must have matching names, signatures, dates, miles, etc. for them to accept the transfer. I would be shocked if CA doesn't have a similar requirement...

I feel as if I’ve read several times that range charging then letting a Roadster sit is discouraged. Can someone verify this?

Haha I love it very much and thank you for the time with it but 523 would not be complete without it! Southlake, TX

Figured another quad picture couldn’t hurt :cool:

Not sure what you are asking or if maybe this was not meant for the Roadster area... But just in case here's an attempt to answer. TOP0 shows the cloth top TOP1 shows body color top TOP2 shows carbon fiber Omitting "TOP" altogether yields an open air image If you really are messing with this...

Just Wow. Two gorgeous vehicles!!! I am suddenly realizing I need a Red Model 3 to match my Roadster... :p

Just out of curiosity, and because I love pictures of Roadsters in general... Any pics of those AR883s on your car?

Every step of the way, I feel like 523 couldn't be sexier... and then the next mod totally blows me away. First the interior, then the hardtop, now the wraps. Dang brother, you do good work! Looking forward to mimicking a good bit of this soon :D

Congrats!!! I am so excited to see my 543's orphan brother adopted :D. They lived together for almost a year at Starwood haha.

That is indeed the single motor configuration "upgraded" fan. The original for my 2.0 #543 was two distinctly separate units. My impression is that all Roadsters originally came with the 2 unit configuration, but they could have produced some later VINs with the upgrade from the factory...

Appears to have the appropriate range for a 3.0, right? That seems like an incredible deal...

Thank you TEG, I think that’s a great idea. First Generation, Second Generation or Gen 1, Gen 2 would make the most sense to me.

What a wonderfully ironic post :p

Try cycling (opening and closing) the charge port door several times to reset the VDS. I don't know exactly what that does but I've seen it recommended before.

Ditto, I was hoping to do the whole interior CF kit eventually but that’s looking unlikely.

Awesome idea! Wish I could be there

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Interesting that they drove 58,000 miles without ever reporting anything to CarFax or AutoCheck. Not even a registration renewal since the first record in Feb 2011.

@DamienG Thoroughly enjoying this! Only thing I can think to potentially add if it wouldn't be too hard is a check box (like you did for sport or carbon) for the infotainment group on the interiors.

@DamienG, your configurator site is awesome! Thank you for sharing and most importantly thank you for including the Roadster!!!

That was 100% a scam... a 2.5 sport simply won't go for literally anywhere near that, combined with all the sketchiness surrounding the listing. @DeedWest had an absolutely amazing reupholstery done to 523, check it out: The Electric Blue Upgrade Thread

I would be interested if there are any carbon fiber interior pieces. Also, I’m sure there is a market for the wheels if they are in good shape. What wheels are on it? Trying to think of what else... maybe the top and any wall connectors?

Had an awesome time at the Grand Opening event at the new Fort Worth, TX gallery! The new gallery is easily 3 times the size of the one they moved from. The turnout for the event was great, and I had lots of fun conversations with both Tesla Employees and fellow owners. 0543 was the only...

It’s clear that you completely understand what you are getting into, and I know that overall you will be very happy that you did! Cheers to many happy electric miles :D

For determining your fan setup, on my 2.0 you can just look through the mesh of the rear bumper and see the fan/fans. The original was two separate units, one motor/fan setup to the right and one to the left of the space. The upgrade is a single motor turning two fans mounted on either side of...

I was under the impression that the fan upgrade only helped with PEM and motor cooling, while AC was only re-routed for battery cooling. Does the fan assist with battery temps and/or does AC assist with PEM/motor?