If my power was that expensive I would be FUSCing a lot. Right now it’s 0.14$ a kWh and I find the 3 mile trip to the SC inconvenient. even when I’m right next to it i almost always drive home. If I was paying it’s about 0.35$ a kWh for SC here.
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2016 Model X in 2023? A few questions before I pass the event horizon.
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brainhouston
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Took delivery of a used 17' 100D in December after cancelling rez for 7 seater MY and have zero regrets. As long as it's not your only car like others have mentioned. I referenced this website for lots of helpful info prior to purchasing: Fix Your Tesla - A Guide to Buying a Used Tesla Model X
A used Model X pre 19-20 is a step backwards battery and tech wise over a new MY or M3 but major upgrade in ride quality and luxury features.
Would recommend buying from Tesla Used Inventory for the included warranty. They had put brand new 22" wheels and rear tires on prior to delivery for us and car was in great shape. Most of these are lease completions. Also, was able to have a couple warranty items taken care of the following week (half-axels, and CPU upgrade) at no cost.
If I were to do it again I would go for '18 w/ MCU2, FSD, 100D, PUP (should be standard) or 2020 if budget allows. I wouldn't pursue a 16 or early 17 private party for the free supercharging unless you are trying to Uber or something.
A used Model X pre 19-20 is a step backwards battery and tech wise over a new MY or M3 but major upgrade in ride quality and luxury features.
Would recommend buying from Tesla Used Inventory for the included warranty. They had put brand new 22" wheels and rear tires on prior to delivery for us and car was in great shape. Most of these are lease completions. Also, was able to have a couple warranty items taken care of the following week (half-axels, and CPU upgrade) at no cost.
If I were to do it again I would go for '18 w/ MCU2, FSD, 100D, PUP (should be standard) or 2020 if budget allows. I wouldn't pursue a 16 or early 17 private party for the free supercharging unless you are trying to Uber or something.
Yeah, I pay $0.0876 regardless of time or quantity.Dang... Gotta love my 8.16c cost in WA
Dang, I'm finding 2016's under $40 right now, even some mid-mileage 90's. And then there's also the Tesla Used direct and those start at $58... Just about out of my price range, but tempting...
brainhouston
Active Member
Definitely NOT true lol
I have Sep 2016 90D and no tow bar or active spoiler
Don't know much about tow bar but active spoiler was only available on Performance versions...
Yup. W got a 2016 X 90D and it doesn’t have the active spoiler, but it was delivered with the full size hitch, even though it was spec’d with the accessory hitch. Took some sweet talking but I’m getting the SC to verify it was put on my the factory and activate the configuration. It’ll be half the price of paying for a whole new hitch which is what the other SC wanted to do.
aesculus
Still Trying to Figure This All Out
No. A few of us very early regular X's got the active spoiler too. Not sure when they cut it off (maybe June or July?), but those unicorns are out there. I really like mine.
The active spoiler let’s me know when the car is locked BUT it sits in rain water and the Aluminum corrodes and then the paint peels.
HI Anthony,So I have been seriously considering buying a used 2016 or '17 Tesla Model X as my first Tesla. The reasons for doing so are these:
Negatives:
- Towing Capacity. 5000lbs is much more desirable than the 3500lbs for a Model Y, though those vehicles would be newer and simpler
- Space/Capacity. Almost goes without saying compared to the Y. Actual useable 3rd row seats and bunches of space still.
- Ability to find transferrable free supercharging, though not as prevalent as older Model S'. This is a nice to have, but when I decide for sure what we're going with and if its an X, I'll be looking for it.
I do have some questions. First, it appears the hitch is removable and I didn't see a retrofit option available from Tesla. Do all Model X's come with the hitch and how exactly do I inspect it when looking at a car or at least at pictures of it? If it is removable, how do I order a new one?
- Known drivetrain issues/shudder, if they weren't addressed already
- More complicated overall/Door Issues
- MCU Issues
- Aftermarket used parts availability compared to Y? (Maybe)
Second, for those with early Model X's, what does your charging curve look like nowadays? I can't seem to find many examples of detailed curves of 2016 X's recently, but I'm probably looking in the wrong place.
Third, should I just abandon the idea of getting a Model X and rather look at a used Model Y for around the same price or less instead and just deal with the lower towing capacity/get a smaller trailer?
And I almost made it 10 years from when I registered to when I first posted... I should have bought stock then... oi!
I bought a December 2017 MX P100D and I absolutely love it. I was considering the same choice you were with a new Y vs a used X. I periodically tow my cars and cars of friends and the X is literally the best towing vehicle I owned for this purpose. I use my 2021 2500HD Duramax when I am pulling my camper or going longer distances. The range is an issue but if you are traveling under 60 miles you are going to be fine. I couldn't imagine trying to get into a supercharger with a trailer. Picture of the last vehicle I towed with the Tesla.
I have had my MX for over a year and once I got the issues fixed that I bought the car with I haven't had an issue with the car in a year. Get the MX and have fun.
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Probably. It’s a project truck that’s being restored. I was taking it to a budy’s shop to get some body work done and get a new 360 and trans installed. So, no drivetrain. The Tesla pulled it as good as my 2500. Better with the Regen.
The fun police are everywhere, beware
Uhaul car hauler is Circa 2200lb. That year of Dakota without a drivetrain, probably 3000 or so
So clearly you have died and are a ghost, because model X is only rated at 3500 on the 22’s, and so you died from towing that load
Happy Halloween
Uhaul car hauler is Circa 2200lb. That year of Dakota without a drivetrain, probably 3000 or so
So clearly you have died and are a ghost, because model X is only rated at 3500 on the 22’s, and so you died from towing that load
Happy Halloween
Nope, not dead. the Tesla did great and was safe. I was running about 800lbs in tongue weight.
