Exterior

Hi everyone, We obviously haven't gotten to summer yet but I am wondering how the glass roof in the Model 3 will affect cabin temperature and passenger comfort. I've only sat in one coworker's Model 3, but it was in a basement parking lot. I asked him this question and he said it was fine...

anyone has experience installing passenger side tail light, i got mine damaged, planning to buy the part from ebay. but wondering how easy is it to install the tail light myself, tesla quote 500$ for new install ebay has part for 200$, wondering to install myself... any helpful tips appreciated

One of the first things I noticed in our Model 3 was the amazing sound system. I was wondering how they achieved it, so my son and I did some investigating. All video credits go to my son, I was just the guy with the car.

I remember seeing a post about a shop in Santa Ana that works on Tesla wheels and calipers that was highly recommended for powder coating. I can’t find it now. Can anybody help point me to that shop in Santa Ana, Ca?

My new (1st) model S arrives in a couple weeks. With respect to autopilot. 1st - I assume using auto pilot in heavy rain, and certainly snow, is not a good idea. Lane markings need to be visable. I would think a light rain might be O’k. 2 - Sensors on front & rear bumpers, camers on fenders...

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My heated seats run great for about 20 mins and then they fizzle out. I tried to see if anyone else has observed this exact problem and I couldn't seem to find it. . . I want my seat to run and run hard until I tell it not to. . . Instead, it heats for exactly 20 mins and then starts...

I recently came into possesion of a Model S and a vinyl cutter. Anyone out there have vector files I can use? Thank you in advance.

We drove our 1-month-old Tesla down to Florida for a family vacation. While we were parked at Disney transportation center (Magic Kingdom), something happened to our car... We are just puzzled what in the world happened. Any ideas? Some sort of liquid hit the rear glass, then damaged and...

I'm planning on getting my calipers done but not sure whether to have them painted or powder coated. Painting will be slightly cheaper but may not last as long. There's less risk to affect the brakes. Powder coating is slightly more expensive but supposedly more durable. Also it may be...

I have a set of 22" forged wheels coming in about a month 9" in front 10.5" in the rear, for those that are running unplugged brackets or even just lowering links what size tires are you running with your 22's? Pics coming soon!

I'm hoping there is someone here who has completed what I am attempting successfully, so here goes... I have a December 2014 S85 with Gen 1 seats. These have been the one biggest drawback to the car. I didn't react quickly during the brief period that Tesla would have retrofitted Next Gen seats...

Is there anyone that uses an aftermarket seat cushion and can recommend one? The seat in my Sept 2017, Cream, PUP Model X is just not comfortable for my body apparently (both on the seat bottom and seat back) and I need to look for a good cushion. I did try a memory foam one from Amazon that...

Hi all, I have purchased a lot of cars in my time, so I am not sure where I got left off of the “coatings” bandwagon……but I have never had it on any of my cars. I am trying to research as much as I can but the fundamental question is for those that have done it, is there really that...

Just got mine, already thought of a few items I want to add exteriorly. I am interested in what you think the inside needs? Both already on the market or Needs to be made?

I'm unable to use my water at home (hard, minerals, etc). Because it DESTROYS car paint. Seriously wrecks it. So, I did the unlimited (1x/day) plan. For 2017, I ran the report. 113 car washes. Mostly auto, but I also do hand bay, where I hand wash it. for $26.95/month, this works out to...

I have Xpel Ultimate w/Cermaic Pro coating on my X. Someone opened their door and damaged the Xpel (1 yr ago) but saved the car from damage. Xpel is almost 2 yrs old. While at the hand detailing place, they got water inside the hole of the wrap and it filled up like a ballon. My question...

Hi all, just picked up a facelifted car and unfortunately I am a bit underwhelmed by the headlights. I have read the threads on this forum thus far----but haven't found any solutions. I did reach out to theretrofitsource.com and unpluggedperformance.com---and nobody seems to be working on any...

I am not a big thread creator. I do follow but rarely create. I thought everyone who follows these forums or are on the fence about Tesla model 3 may have some interest in my point of view. I just took delivery of a model 3 long range. I had a 2014 p85 pre autopilot and loved that car. I am a...

Are there any touch up paint for the white model 3? I found a few rock chips in the front that I would like to use white touch up paint for. I want to make sure its the same color though. I heard something that Model S white is the same as Model 3 but not sure if I heard that correctly.

was At the Dublin SC today and came across this red Model S with the new 21” rims.

Can anyone in the Toronto area recommend a good place to get paint protective film (PPF) installed. My model S is three months old and I am terrified what the winters and road salt are going to do to my paint. Any suggestions appreciated.

I'd appreciate input from current or potential owners of the Model 3 concerning body wrapping, both as a means of full-body protection and as obtaining a body color not offered by Tesla (dark green). What has been the experience with either Full Body 3M or Avery Dennison vehicle wrap vinyl...

Ive spent some time in my 2014 Model S with the ultra high fidelity sound upgrade, and have been impressed and disappointed at the same time... I think the majority of people on this forum will really like the UHFS system for its hard hitting bass, no rattles, clearly heard mid range...

I received an email to configure today but I am a little hesitant. Anyone know if there will be a future sun roof option? I believe Elon may have said there isn't but maybe someone has seen something else? Also, black interior is required for first production but something about the white is...

Is the charge port door supposed to sit this way? I already took it to service because: 1. Charge port door wasn't sitting flush/closing all the way 2. My app showed charge port door was open even when it wasn't They replaced my charge port door, and the app no longer shows it as open when...

Hey All, My MX is due on on 3/15 and I am looking to get the wheels powder coated matte black. Going for that Stormtrooper look with Pearl White! Anyone have recommendations on a great shop in the south OC area? Thanks!

First of all, are there any news or updates regarding alternative interior color options? To take advantage of the tax credit, might have to go with black interior, my question is what exterior color will go well with black interior? My preference is black exterior and beige interior...

I Have no relationship to this company. Sometimes things go right. Would like to share that. They did a brilliant job repainting my new-to-me 21” turbines to correct curb rash. I had noticed their truck at my service center and made a note of it. The tech said he just did his first Model 3...

Only Model 3 I have seen is my own. The bottom edge of the headlights is proud of the bumper. Is this typical? intentional? aerodynamic?

I took delivery of my Model 3 last week and it's been great. Haven't had any major issues, but noticed a couple of things about the center screen. When driving the car, the screen looks gorgeous in general, but when the sun is coming in at a low sharp angle from behind, there's a reflection...

I have custom wheels 3 piece on my Vette and Camaro as well as few other wheels on my other rides. So the Tesla felt left out so, we went with the below setup. The monoblocks should hold the horsepower well. So we added 1 piece forged wheels 100% American made 21x9 = 26lbs 21x10 =28lbs Finish...

I have a large dog, 95#. She doesn't mind going in my wife's Range Rover or the kids' Volvo, but she digs in her heels when I try to put her in my Model X. I wonder if there's a sound at a frequency I can't hear? The "step up" is not an issue for her, and she needs much more human pushing to...

My build date is 09/2017. Has anyone experienced this issue and fixed via SC?

This is a straight forward question. Which do you prefer? Curious how choice might effect resale value... I have 2 days to Change my order. I’m a bit conflicted. Current Model S has Sun Roof. Ordered an S with All Glass Roof Yesterday. I think I will miss XM more than Roof rack option. Feel free...

Disclaimer: I have no association with this website--saw this deal and thought that given the popularity of this camera, some here might like it. I also cannot speak to the reputation of the website since I've not yet used it to purchase anything. BlackVue DR750S 2-Channel Dash Camera...

Posted a month back about a smoking FWD. In short (no pun intended) early in the AM I set car via app to precondition. Car had already charged to 100% around midnight prior. I drive a 75D MX, build date late AUG 2017. Walked into the garage to see faint whisp of white smoke coming from the...

Can someone recommend a company that has experience window tinting a Model S in the Durham region or Eastern Toronto? Also, what type of film do you recommend? Thanks in advance. Mark

Anybody have an pictures of their tint job on the model 3? Particularly interested in how the rear window was tinted and how it was blended with the factory tint. Edit: oops can a mod drop this in the interior/exterior area?

Hello everybody, I’m in the market for a cpo Model s and I am reasonably short (5’ 5”). How has everybody’s experience been for short drivers. -Daniel

With nothing more than a drill and rotary file ( a small hand file would have worked also ), I removed a small amount of plastic to raise the installed height of my 2017 MS phone docking connector. This of course was needed to allow my iphone with a case to properly engage the connector. A well...

Does anyone know the paint code for the 18" stock wheels? I have a blemish I'd like to cover on the exposed rim. It looks very close to the exterior midnight silver metallic paint.

I took delivery on my white M3 this weekend! What an awesome car! I made my own QI duel chargers and works and looks great! Saved $100 on the one that has yet to be released. Easy to do yourself! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075Q97P9T/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Hi everyone - since the model 3’s exterior door handle requires a push-n-grab action to open the door, the area above the door handle seems to get scratched very easy by fingernail from everyday use (sort of like the door cup area in a traditional car door). Anyone have some creative idea on...

New owner of a cpo, the driver handle is making an annoying high pitch squeaking noise when the door is shut. Obviously it needs service which it is going for on Tuesday, however does it require a full replacement or is there some lubricant that is required as maintenance on the extending handles?

It bothers me that my S won't keep the parking lights on when I turn the switch to parking lights, and I leave the car. As soon as I open the door to get out... they go off. Tsk! tsk! tsk!... this right here is Tesla's error. Sometimes I just want my car to be marked at dusk, because, you...

The sound system is exceptional in the Model 3, and it appears that this subwoofer and amp are part of the reason.

So I'm sure everyone on this forum is well aquainted with Evannex's gorgeous rear center console for the Model S. If not, it is $329 and here is the link, Rear Center Console Insert for Tesla Model S I have no doubt that like all Evannex products this console is great but being a cheap kind...

Has anyone tried to replace the sliding door in the facelift center console? I have a 2016 MS with the black door and would like to change it out with one of the carbon fiber ones they offer in the newer version of the console. I bought the "CF sticker" but don't like the fit so I didn't put it...