2016 Model S Refresh Mega-thread

[omarsultan]

Just checked with my SvC--the headlights are not retrofittable, at least on my classic P85. I was hoping they could be, even if the "adaptive" part was not functional, as I need to replace my headlight clusters anyway.

 

[mbaier]

do any of you know if the new nose might be retrofittable on a 2015 model S85D ?

 

[Pantoot]

They are proactively calling people with pending orders as well. (They asked if I wanted the "free upgrade", and if I wanted to take delivery early)
Guy said that the new charger was standard, but to upgrade I would have to pay the $500 change fee.
I don't understand that logic, I want to give them an extra $1500 to change from something I didn't order to something else I didn't order, for a car without a VIN.
Oh well, I guess 48amp is fast enough, we hardly ever needed the 80amp from my wife's car anyway.

 

[zambono]

A search for LIFTGATE on the specs page has only one mention. Under Premium Upgrades as "power liftgate".

Go to design studio, then in Standard Equipment left column under convenience - Automatic rear liftgate

 

[ohmman]

Go to design studio, then in Standard Equipment left column under convenience - Automatic rear liftgate

I think all this distinction between automatic vs power is just an editing issue. My guess is they're the same. Power liftgate is now standard across the board.

 

[xrayvsn]

I am curious with the letter from Tesla saying since you ordered the car you will be given the new model S nosecone and headlights for free. If you did place an order and actually prefer the old (I guess now called classic) look, would you have option to have that instead (or are you forced with the new look no matter what)? I'm not sure I would be happy if I placed an order expecting one look and get a completely different look if I didn't like the new look.

When I originally ordered my car in Oct 2015, I had April delivery date to coincide with my birthday, but during one visit, the manager had said you might get the new refreshed Model S likely modeled after the Model X. I actually didn't like the front of the model X, and I actually bumped my delivery to Dec 2015 just to ensure it. Honestly I'm glad I did. The big thing I see about this new version is the LED adaptive headlights (hoping can retrofit) but other than that, happy with my choice.

 

[chipmunk]

They are proactively calling people with pending orders as well. (They asked if I wanted the "free upgrade", and if I wanted to take delivery early)
Guy said that the new charger was standard, but to upgrade I would have to pay the $500 change fee.
I don't understand that logic, I want to give them an extra $1500 to change from something I didn't order to something else I didn't order, for a car without a VIN.
Oh well, I guess 48amp is fast enough, we hardly ever needed the 80amp from my wife's car anyway.

I have no idea if it's true, but on this Model X thread, a couple of folks are claiming the upgrade from 48 Amp to 72 Amp is software and can be applied later.

 

[algorithms]

Figured I'd throw in my findings as well- Just got confirmation from my DS who confirmed after I received the free nosecone update e-mail from Tesla that this also includes all of the updated premium interior features as well. I'm stoked.

 

[Grendal]

I like the refresh.

 

[Tellotes]

Also received the "Order in queue? Goodies at no cost to you!" message. Pumped about that.

Curious to know if the options I'd ordered carry over to the new options as well. (i.e., Premium interior/upgrades specifically) / adaptive LED, etc.

Yes according to the rep at tesla i spoke to 5 minutes ago! I will be getting all the new upgraded option i have selected (including the premium upgrades package). I was really worried about this glad we are being grandfathered in.....

 

[FlatSix911]

Just checked with my SvC--the headlights are not retrofittable, at least on my classic P85. I was hoping they could be, even if the "adaptive" part was not functional, as I need to replace my headlight clusters anyway.

Interesting information ... I wonder why? Is the wiring harness for the adaptive controls different?

 

[Chris P]

I think all this distinction between automatic vs power is just an editing issue. My guess is they're the same. Power liftgate is now standard across the board.

Just talked to local store - they said automatic does not equal power. Automatic means it pops open with the fob but that you have to still manually raise/lower it. They will double check, however.

 

[Karynt]

That's great! Ordered mine today! Happy to pay the little bit extra GO TESLA!

I ordered my Model S last Thursday. I received the Tesla email saying I'd receive the new front end and lights at no charge.

I received a response email from my salesman saying that since I ordered the premium interior and lighting package on 4/7 that my Model S will get everything included on the refresh luxury package, which means all the filters and bio- weapon whatever.

Here is a ? That I am waiting for a response to:
I ordered the no extra charge piano black interior decor. That option is obsolete and ALL the new decor options cost $750-$1,000. I wonder what I will end up...?

 

[Jumper]

I ordered my Model S last Thursday. I received the Tesla email saying I'd receive the new front end and lights at no charge.

I received a response email from my salesman saying that since I ordered the premium interior and lighting package on 4/7 that my Model S will get everything included on the refresh luxury package, which means all the filters and bio- weapon whatever.

Here is a ? That I am waiting for a response to:
I ordered the no extra charge piano black interior decor. That option is obsolete and ALL the new decor options cost $750-$1,000. I wonder what I will end up...?

I think that the dark ash is now the "base" and replaces piano.

 

[efusco]

Just talked to local store - they said automatic does not equal power. Automatic means it pops open with the fob but that you have to still manually raise/lower it. They will double check, however.

Local stores are, quite possibly, the single worst source of information you could use, sorry to say. Double checking is wise.

 

[MSullivan]

Auto Liftgate is the language used on the Model X page which we know is power. I'm pretty sure they're the same. What else would be Auto about it?

But why mention it in the Premium Upgrade package if it is now standard?

 

[eye.surgeon]

I can't wait until they release an all-new S and people start asking if they can upgrade every body panel and interior trim to the new one

 

[Tellotes]

Not sure how i feel about the standard DARK ASH trim. Its looking kind of fugly. I may need to upgrade to the carbon fiber once my DS calls back.

 

[RogerHScott]

Power liftgate is now standard across the board.

It wasn't on the 90D I just got less than two weeks ago. Is it only "standard" on certain models?

 

[ohmman]

It wasn't on the 90D I just got less than two weeks ago. Is it only "standard" on certain models?

That was a guess, which I think my whole post (not just the sentence you quoted) makes a little clearer. Just want to make sure nobody takes it as fact. @Chris P noted above that it may just mean automatically opening but not closing.