Before I depart this thread of suffering, I just wanted to say thanks to everyone who shared their experiences ordering, waiting, and taking delivery of the car. Reading this thread daily helped maintain my sanity during the long wait.
I took delivery of my red/white/CF Plaid on Saturday. They’ve just about gotten the completely in-app delivery process worked out, and I was impressed by how smoothly it went. It could have been about 5 minutes or less to pickup the car if I had wanted. While I tried to keep my expectations low, to my delight the car was in great condition with no major issues. I’ve been enjoying it like crazy the past few days. Coming directly from the Raven MSP, it is shocking to me how much they improved this car. Most reviewers who have not daily driven the outgoing model will definitely miss most of the smaller changes that add up to a massive leap forward. It is absolutely amazing. And while the question of whether the additional cost of Plaid over LR is worth it depends on the buyer and their priorities, I find myself marveling at the reality of sitting in a car at this price point with this level of comfort, technology, and performance. It kinda feels like I’m driving around strapped to an ICBM, and I’m loving every minute of it. It not only feels worth every penny, but feels like a steal to me. (Edit: I suspect I would feel the same about the LR with its price point—talk about bang for buck!)
Lastly, to anyone in this thread who has been questioning whether or not the wait for the white interior is worth it, I would like to say yes, yes, yes, it is. I had not seen a refreshed S with white in person until I picked mine up, and I was truly blown away by it. Having driven a Plaid with black/CF multiple times prior to picking up my car, I was surprised by how much more luxurious, warm/inviting, and simply interesting the interior felt with white. I could go on (and on), but if you’re at all inclined to go with white, just do it and you will not regret it.
Thanks again and I hope your deliveries come soon and go just as smoothly as mine.
I took delivery of my red/white/CF Plaid on Saturday. They’ve just about gotten the completely in-app delivery process worked out, and I was impressed by how smoothly it went. It could have been about 5 minutes or less to pickup the car if I had wanted. While I tried to keep my expectations low, to my delight the car was in great condition with no major issues. I’ve been enjoying it like crazy the past few days. Coming directly from the Raven MSP, it is shocking to me how much they improved this car. Most reviewers who have not daily driven the outgoing model will definitely miss most of the smaller changes that add up to a massive leap forward. It is absolutely amazing. And while the question of whether the additional cost of Plaid over LR is worth it depends on the buyer and their priorities, I find myself marveling at the reality of sitting in a car at this price point with this level of comfort, technology, and performance. It kinda feels like I’m driving around strapped to an ICBM, and I’m loving every minute of it. It not only feels worth every penny, but feels like a steal to me. (Edit: I suspect I would feel the same about the LR with its price point—talk about bang for buck!)
Lastly, to anyone in this thread who has been questioning whether or not the wait for the white interior is worth it, I would like to say yes, yes, yes, it is. I had not seen a refreshed S with white in person until I picked mine up, and I was truly blown away by it. Having driven a Plaid with black/CF multiple times prior to picking up my car, I was surprised by how much more luxurious, warm/inviting, and simply interesting the interior felt with white. I could go on (and on), but if you’re at all inclined to go with white, just do it and you will not regret it.
Thanks again and I hope your deliveries come soon and go just as smoothly as mine.
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