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I was in your exact position this last summer. Safelite had to source the glass from Tesla, they could not locate any available 3rd party glass. I preferred the Tesla SC option due to warranty coverage. Think auto windshield wiper function. I submitted to Geico the pre-work estimate to...

I too share a concern on Mobile Access deactivation. I approached the local SC and asked that they consider the policy. In short that mobile access remain active anytime the vehicle is traversing public streets. Once it is at the SC, I understand the need to deactivate (e.g. assume the HVAC...

Have you considered your return route via Corsicana supercharger? That would drop an easy 40 miles off the Waco-plano-Waco round trip and should be easily covered in an 85.

Building on some of the thoughts others have posted here as well as being another Texan, enjoy the test drive and find a way to get all of your questions answered either via Tesla or other owners. In addition to funding your mortgage and car payment, how does the retirement savings contribution...

For what it is worth this is the same process I lived through a year ago (end of Nov '12). The one thing we can all do is let our representatives know that TADA does not represent our interests and the law needs to be corrected to permit a start up from establishing a direct sales model. BTW...

DITTO KenEE, very well put. I too have this exact combo, from the same providers and fully echo this sentiment.

tdiggity, I am bummed to say I think I have beaten you. My 90% standard full charge has came in low at 207miles - late last month. Prior to this time, I too was babying the battery with regular ~66% SOC slider setting. I have since performed a few slow "trickle" charges dropping amperage...

Went by Columbus yesterday around noon. Physically all pieces appeared in place (individual chargers, cables and the power platform built to comply w/ 100 yr flood plane). Photos above are great, thanks for taking the time to snap the photos. Work crew was on site. The work crew shared...

I want to say thanks to the contributors on this thread. The "Car Show Poster v6" was a hit at a recent fundraiser car show put on at the local pre-school. The organizers (school teachers) were impressed with the quality and presentation of key information (read ... Gold Star earned) and so...

I have noticed this. If I understand your situation. Your car has been sitting/parked for a while (e.g. In your garage.) You do not have auto lock when you "walk away" from you car set and you did lock lock your car. You come out to your car in the evening to plug it in for overnight charging...

Very true, I consider myself lucky to have missed not having to deal with your headache. With some of the forum chatter about qualifying your Tesla for Texas sales tax exemption, I believe this would be the most influential factor in getting the legislature to wake up and change the dealer...

Ours was delivered back in Dec, back when the TX process was being refined given all of the dealer law noise. At the time, payment had to be confirmed before the vehicle could be loaded to leave the factory. And that corresponded to the MVPA date. Even with that requirement and the...

I'm on the side as others posted above. Have 10,500 miles on the car over 9 months. I went with aftermarket Xpel Ultimate with full hood protection and fully recommend it. Installation was quality and no issues like stated like the Tesla sourced film. There really is a difference in film...

YEAH!!!!! I know that Elon has made this a key criteria, but always good to see in formal results. Here is the NHTSA website should take you right to the Tesla Model S page. Looks like they are still updating the detailed page. 2011 & Newer - Search Results | Safercar -- National Highway...

This credit was on the books for the 2012 tax filing year. As Paualllup Bill points out getting the IRS charging credit while also filing the 7,500 vehicle credit leaves next to nothing (pennies) in the form calculation. I am sure if you found a way to spend >$5-7k on the installation there...

I have an early production 85 (non-sig), with 9,500 miles on it and SW 4.5. I did my first max change to completion on Monday of this week. (I have done a few other charges in the months of ownership where I continued charging past the normal range, but always stopped and immediately drove the...

Count me in. There is a great sea food restaurant in San Leon, Top Water grill. It allows for a nice drive along the way and a great place to hang out. Keep me posted.

Not to take your thread completely off topic, but I have found the AC and tinted windows to be very effective. I think my hottest was in the low 110s. Our ambient temp here in Houston is a little cooler than DFW or perhaps Phoenix. However what has been more notice able is the door handle...

Gnelson, Your car looks incredible. I hope you find it everything you had envisioned and more. Perhaps I'll see you at an upcoming coffee and cars.

Yes sir, you guessed it.

It was a busy morning. Still a lot of interest in the car by many. I arrived by 6:05 and the spots we have parked in recently were already marked off by another club. (They arrived at 5:45.) I ended up parking just around the corner.

NHTSA.dot.gov reports TSBs. You have to search under 2013. http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchResults.action;jsessionid=LpvyRqmT6yFDQ4q7Jl8c95sWcRngGpkcgvLN3n98ykYTR2FvLQ27!1447027474

I'll be there in the morning. With a little luck, I'll get there by 6:30 and try to save spots if I'm the first. Any others, aside from Greg, planning to be there? Stephen in the past how many spot have you normally grabbed?

I understand that ppf should be treated similar to normal paint (wash and wax), however with the following exception - avoid products with petroleum distillate. Xpel sells their own brand of surface treatment, but you should should be able to apply any safe product to the surface. I have...

I have attempted to comprehend this thread after re-reading it, I am only assured that I know practically nothing about options trading. So after tracking along with this topic for a few days, I do have one question that I was wondering could pose as a possible/partial explanation. In this...

One more vote in favor of this combo. At least that is what we have. As stated above, it is very dark and keeping it clean requires effort (but it looks great.) I did see a blue with grey interior a week ago. Note that the head liner & A, B, C pillar trim remains the same tannish color...

Here is a copy of the communication I sent to my congressman and separately a congressman that my wife knows (in case you find inspiration from them): Representative Elkins, This contact is in follow up to my correspondence of April 1, 2013 and is to reaffirm my interest in and ask for your...

It was great seeing you all at HC&C. Nice turn out: 6 Model S and 1 orange Roadster. I enjoyed meeting/seeing you all. @Stephen - anything in the works for another Tesla group get together? Till next time. Have a great weekend. P.S. don't forget to contact your senator and congressman about...

HOUSTON Coffee and Cars - April 6 What is the plan this Saturday for Coffee and Cars? Are others planning to reconvene at the Relax the Back parking spots? I believe it is on and the weather looks cool and promising (10% chance of rain). Houston Coffee and Cars - Where All Automotive...

Another Blue MS with Tint This is FormulaOne Pinnacle 30% on all door and rear windows. We already had some heat last week and I can confirm the tint has demonstrated effective at noticeably cutting the heat passing into the cabin.

Your post looks a bit dated. Not sure if you sold it. Just wanted to compliment you on the color. If only Tesla offered that deep maroon option. I'm hooked. Best of luck with your sale.

@Flybob. I get your point, however it is worth noting that all three are blue exterior.

Guaranteed Resale Value Out of curiosity - has anyone checked out the Guaranteed Resale Value hyperlink on the bottom of the True Cost of Ownership | Tesla Motors page? Here is the direct URL: http://www.teslamotors.com/sites/default/files/pdfs/tesla-resale-value-guarantee.pdf Will those of...

The Houston service center is located at: 3750 Westchase Dr, Houston, TX 77042. As of Friday they were still finalizing the office setup, it the service bays were in operation. Rich said Tesla Motors website to be updated shortly once official opening was completed.

If I had one regret, It would be my color choice. The blue is a bear to keep clean. I had it detailed this past week. During the process, it was collecting dust/pollen/airborne particles real-time at a rate that was readily noticeable. Probably would have gotten grey or silver.

For me it is a function of protecting the front fascia. My prior car (acquired preowned) had some irritating fine rock chips on the front. After spending 1 too many Saturday's washing the car and reflecting on the paint, I was resolved to get a protection film on my next new car. I did not...

Igor, I replaced my Audi S4(v8) with the 85kWh non-performance and have been very happy. The model S is certainly quicker than the S4. I would do it again without regret.

I just took a quick measurement. For the "plug", I get: 4 3/4" For the short segment of cable up to the elbow in the plug, including the lighted box, i get: 22". I hope this helps. Good luck with your project. Be sure to post pictures of the finished product.

It looks like you have Blue too. When I got my car, we quickly had a full hood paint protection film installed. The shop commented on how soft my blue paint was. Given their familiarity with high-end & exotic cars; I passed this word along to my Delivery Contact that perhaps the Blue paint...

Battery showed 146 miles of rated range and the odometer shows 29 miles once rolled off of the truck and sitting in the driveway.

I have not been to the Miami store, so this is based only my impression of the Houston store. Given the auto dealer laws in Texas, Tesla in Houston has limited ability to discuss vehicle details, specifically things that relate to commercial aspects. Since you may have limited access, it might...

I too got the washer fluid low notice. Given the car is less than a week old without significant wiper use, I contemplated if Tesla was only filling the reservoir with a limited amount for some reason. Also of note my phone synch had a bunch of numbers I did not recognize and all were dated...

One thought is that the battery capacity is part of each vehicles VIN#. Perhaps as a manufacturer, Tesla has to stay within a set of regulations regarding what modifications they "support" to the core vehicle.

Bummer. I found some paint blemishes too. But after some diligence with the finish and some cleaner wax, I ended up resolving "flaws" that I thought were to be more concerning. It ends up that for me in shipping Tesla uses a vehicle wrap and in some locations the wrap contains strips of tape...

Been with USAA for at least two decades. Followed up with them for a confirmed quote once I had VIN. Their rate was 2x previous "preliminary" quote. I asked if there were any errors/fat fingered the entries. Confirmed all was correct. I called GIECO, got same coverage for 1/2 USAA rate...

The short answer, "Yes...WHOOP!!!! And Gig'em". It was an amazing first year in the SEC.. You will now return to on-topic discussion.

P1309 arrived yesterday safe and sound; odometer = 29. Parcel shelf was not delivered. Does anyone know the Tesla plan with regard to fulfilling this common due bill item? I also have a malfunction with an exterior door handle. Being in TX no live delivery specialist was present. Have a call...

Yes, I can confirm ours (Houston) vin1309 (r123) confirmed for truck delivery tomorrow pm, and another lucky sole in Lufkin tomorrow AM. Lynn, can you confirm registration occurs at county tax office and not DMV.

Thanks widodh for the inputs. Yes, I am looking at some "fat" cable for this extension cord, noting your prior posts about voltage drop sensitivity. Also thanks for the reminder about the adapters. Yes I hope to minimize their use, not only for voltage preservation, but also considering their...

I searched and came up with a few extension cord topics, but they read specific to Roadster. Now that there are a few Model S on the road, I am looking for some voice of experience and practical advise. When I travel to family (parents/in-laws) I will travel min 300 round trip. Very likely...