Agree. Just saw in person - the dark ash looks like piano black under most lighting conditions. Only showed the grain when the salesperson and I took it outside in direct sunlight and even then just barely showed up.
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Agree. Just saw in person - the dark ash looks like piano black under most lighting conditions. Only showed the grain when the salesperson and I took it outside in direct sunlight and even then just barely showed up.
I emailed torkliftcentral. They wrote back pretty quickly:
No definitive answer yet.
If we can get a good closeup of the now-non-hex area below the new nose, that might be helpful in telling us whether the existing Law will work without needing a new version.I emailed torkliftcentral. They wrote back pretty quickly:
No definitive answer yet.
Bladerunner
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Thanks, it's not like I haven't been on the other end...ordered my first one in March 2013, took delivery in May 2013 - then shortly after they introduced folding mirrors and parking sensors. Then TACC. Then...auto pilot. Was I envious? Of course! Did I love my Tesla less, NO! It was and still is an incredible machine and I drove it with joy every single day for nearly 3 years, and now her new owners are enjoying her just as much. Was I happy for those back then who (maybe) unwittingly ordered at just the "right" time and got a "bonus"? YES! I got what I ordered when I ordered it, why would I hate on anyone? And as Tesla owners, we are all fortunate.
Anyhoo, moving on...
HyperMiler
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Piano black is so popular in the industry because a highly polished injection mold is all that is required to produce it, without coating, painting or any other cover.
Is Ash a (high quality) plastic, coated, or a true wood veneer?
Is Ash a (high quality) plastic, coated, or a true wood veneer?
bradjc
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Awesome for you that you'll be on the bleeding edge of these new features/upgrades! I'm one to always want the latest and wouldn't be happy with pulling the trigger just before a significant change, and am willing to wait. Others won't want to wait and want to be driving it right now and "why would you give up any time behind the wheel for X, Y, Z?" Different strokes as they say.
I already replied and put some pics I took. The dark ash basically looks like piano black, but you can see some grain if you look at it from an angle without reflections. Its just as shiny and will look just as good if not better because of the subtle detail.
Took delivery of my Model S a few days ago (03/31) so a little disappointing that the new look and HEPA now available and I missed out on this - particularly because I had delivery set for mid-end of April and the Tesla rep talked me into taking it early... I don't know if this was intentional to move the old parts or if just to help with their end of quarter sales targets.
I do love my new car but timing here could not have been worse.. I've reached out to see if any exchange option but so far I'm getting the run around. Considering the 90 day happiness guarantee but I read they may block you from ordering new Tesla if you avail of this - does anyone know if this is the case or any other options to exchange a few days after delivery?
thanks!
I do love my new car but timing here could not have been worse.. I've reached out to see if any exchange option but so far I'm getting the run around. Considering the 90 day happiness guarantee but I read they may block you from ordering new Tesla if you avail of this - does anyone know if this is the case or any other options to exchange a few days after delivery?
thanks!
Focus on the "I love my new car" and you'll be happier. Every Tesla owner could tell this story if he wanted to (I could have had parking sensors and auto folding side mirrors if only I had waited another month when I ordered in 2013). That's the price you pay for wanting a car that is continually being improved. Keep wanting the next great thing and you'll never get to drive one.
HyperMiler
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This is an all looks no substance facelift. Looks nice, yes!
Are we really getting excited about a new shape of the single piece plastic front bumper and lights that are arguably nicer looking, but simpler and cheaper to make than the previous version, and a storage bin?
Only to a degree. Progress Tesla style is different.
Are we really getting excited about a new shape of the single piece plastic front bumper and lights that are arguably nicer looking, but simpler and cheaper to make than the previous version, and a storage bin?
Only to a degree. Progress Tesla style is different.
If you leased, perhaps they would waive the "waiting period" if you evoked the happiness guarantee? They also allow a "trade-up", right? If you want a more expensive car they will usually allow, if I read it correctly?
From Tesla Leasing (bold added by me):
"Every lease comes with Tesla's Happiness Guarantee. If you don't like your car for any reason within the first 90 days, you can return it and your remaining lease obligation is waived. While you cannot immediately lease another Model S, you can upgrade to a higher optioned Model S for a fee to cover the new vs used value difference. Contact Us for more information."
A lot of "outs" there if you ask me...
If you say "I love the car and would have been cool to get that stuff but no big deal" I say keep it.
If it's going to gnaw at you, I say turn it in.
I love the refresh. I new it was only a matter of time. I do wish it had the ventilated seats though. As it stands I'm not sure what I want to do. I got rid of my volt and picked up a CPO in Dec to hold me over till the model 3 but now I'm think I might just want to upgrade and stick with the S. AHHHH!!!
What's the big deal about this 'refresh'? They make the nose more conservative, and change a couple of things? Who cares. Wait till Fall and get something else. Wait till next year and get something else.
Personally I generally skip every other generation.
Personally I generally skip every other generation.
Tesla DOES NOT do "model years" like all other manufacturers, that is, Tesla does not make changes to their models on an annual basis, changes are implemented when Tesla decides to implement them without regard to a time of year.
They will technically be the 2017 model when it's technically 2017. Or maybe not, as by then the car may give been updated again.
Even a cursory perusal of this site or any other Tesla site would make it obvious that Tesla doesn't do model years. It changes when it changes.
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