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2021 Refresh Model S Discussion

Discussion in 'Model S' started by Filter, Feb 21, 2021.

  1. Needsdecaf

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    Because existing Porsche owners equate it with "Top Dog". Turbo is now a trim level. Every single Panamera, Cayenne and Macan are turbocharged. Most 718's and 911's are as well (except 718 GTS and GT4 / Spyder models, and the 911 GT3). Yet only one / two trims say Turbo.
     
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  2. Ohmster

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    Agreed. I’ve always advocated keeping the ‘essence and soul’ of the S. That in no way dissuades the need for changes. Improvements are always welcome. The 911 has certainly changed over the years but you can identify it as a 911 regardless of make year. The Panamera is still the Panamera in identity and appearance but the recent changes were substantial. And made the car significantly better looking in my view.

    The S can look different in time without becoming something else.
     
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  3. SO16

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    Not surprising since probably many of those Tesla owners have owned multiple S’s by now.

    The real question, what will those people buy AFTER owning the Taycan?
     
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  4. Daniellane

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    I’m wondering if there are only 2 cup holders that are accessible in the front seat. That would be disappointing. It appears that water bottles can be stored in the door pockets. Currently there are 4 cup holders in my 2018 Model S. 6 if you count the 2 in the back of the center console for rear passengers which are accessible from the front seats. I converted mine to 5 (7) in the front with a 3D printed cupholder doubler. Video Below:

    Tesla Model S/X Cup Holder Doubler!
     
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  5. Str8down

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    Dang, you are 1 thirsty guy.
     
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  6. dannycamps

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    Hey those turbo buttons on older PCs actually did something :)
     
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  7. Filter

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    Waiting for more pictures... I keep hoping Tesla will release more information soon!!
     
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  8. Hayseed_MS

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    Working on one to go on top of the yoke in all that empty space.
     
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  9. elguapo

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    Cup holders have never been a strong suit for Tesla. I think the refreshed S and X will hold fewer bottles/cups because the center console doesn't appear to slide like the current one, so they're putting the cup holders in front of it (I think), but still too close together from what we've been able to see. We shall see...
     
  10. Hayseed_MS

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    You can put a whole Happy Meal on this one...

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  11. Mr X

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    A sentence no one has ever said


    And no. You don't. Lol
     
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  12. SoCalDude

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    There are a few solid aftermarket alternatives to adding cup holders in a Model S. I am thinking about a group buy... 02B188B5-9003-4022-9406-4CC2738366D4.jpeg E31A7350-D13F-485D-B8B3-B434F19B3846.jpeg
     
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  13. Stealth.Pilot

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    I don't see why people think a modern interior means no wood. The trend in modern design is to into integrate organic elements with manmade elements. Have a look a this interior design picture for an example of modern style with extensive use of wood.

    Screen Shot 2021-03-01 at 2.58.28 PM.png
     
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  14. dark cloud

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    okay, but the chick with the gum has to go.
     
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  15. emailforbrett

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    Yes. I do. ;)
     
  16. Zextraterrestrial

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    you've seen the model 3 interior? with ONE piece of wood!? it is very out of place
    I painted mine black...
     
  17. cgiGuy

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    t-hat.jpg
     
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  18. artsci

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    I can imagine all the screaming and complaints on this site if Tesla called the Plaid+ a “turbo”
     
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  19. ucmndd

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    +1

    Carbon fiber is the new chrome. Used to be exotic and expensive to produce, so it came to resemble some expression of status.

    Then they figured out how to imitate it with cheap-ass plastic or greatly reduce the cost through other techniques, and it ended up everywhere, with 90% of applications just looking tacky.
     
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  20. Needsdecaf

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    Wood can look modern.

    Not all woods look modern.

    Tesla wood does not look modern. Most automotive "woods" look pretty cheesy.

    I would totally rock this wooden espresso machine
    . [​IMG]

    Colored differently, would look good in this kitchen.

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