Akikiki
A'-Lo-HA ! y'all
Akikiki,
Thanks for the info. I was told the holes, brackets, etc. to mount parking sensors showed up on the Model S in early 2014, but that not all units got the sensors until about November that year and before that they were options. I think mine - which has the Tech package - rolled off the line in May 2014 and i saw in other posts that listed ranges of VINs that included the sensors and they were after mine. I'll know soon enough when I pick it up on the 7th.
In any case, I agree the front facing camera tied into the 17" display is probably the best enhancement one could make to a Model S, so I remain interested, although I am a little concerned about being a good enough DIY guy to do the install. The electronics don't worry me - it's the auto body work, but I see lots of good advice in these threads and think i can work my way through . I plan on installing a front and rear dashcam DIY-style based on information in these forums as well.
Are you kamaaina or a transplanted haole? I lived in Aiea for 4 years while in the military - great life! Miss the water and all the good Hawaiian traditions.
Mankirk
Mankirk, Me? I'm transplanted haole - 30 years. I'm a redneck and a cracker. Never lost my southern drawl though. I know Aiea well. Aiea Bowl, Koa House, yep. I'm near Valley of the Temples.
I had one of the first '13's to get the parking sensors. Even the Service Center staff was surprised to see them. I'll be keeping an eye open for your comment regarding yours.
I am hoping all this didn't mislead you. There's no auto body work. When you run the video cable to the front, its threading it under the front fender and down under the hood under plastic panels to expose above the lower grille.