I've been looking on ev cpo almost everyday for a used Model S. Of course I want the newer front end but it cost so much more then the the older ones. Even with the different options and mileage of course. Guess I will keep looking.
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A used 2016 and above Model S or a new Model 3
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rking0122
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I purchased my AP2 11/16 (refreshed) build MS75 for $49,300 (CPO) back in October 2018. 18600 miles at the time. With EAP (At least when I bought all CPO received EAP). And it was a super clean car. It did need tires when I picked it up.
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rking0122
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Yes. I was stoked. I love it. Picked up same day as order from the Tempe SC. Was a lease return that came from CA.
1. There is lag between EV CPO and tesla.com....I have found cars on tesla.com that show up a few hours later on evcpo.
2. You have to keep checking multiple times a day...the best cars go very fast
3. Tesla advisors are almost useless...as is the tesla website, you have to be agressive in your search
To prove the point here are a ton of cars under $45k that have the refreshed facia..some even with dual motors.
rking0122
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Refreshed perhaps, but AP1. Oct. 2016 builds were the first to have refresh and AP2.
there is not a whole lot of difference and AP2 won’t get you FSD. But getting an AP2 cars would likely not get SC for life. You have to figure out what is your main driver, is it cost, SC, or AP, dual motors, speed, or range.
For SIRIUS XM I have a streaming subscription for a year at 6 bucks a month. I have Verizon unlimited data as well. The sound on my Model 3 with the premium sound system is very good. I only get drop outs at places where I know my cell signal is bad.
rking0122
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I have SC for life, and I plunked down the 2K to add FSD to my AP2.0 just this week like all the other AP2.5 cars out there. Yes, the car isn't dual motor and is a 75, which is okay with me. Personally I thought I got a steal, and maybe I did.
Oldschool496
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You may have, to most peoples point and now with your post, I am starting to see the light. You have not gotten anything yet. You paid for something that you physically and theoretically don't have yet. Somewhere you saw value in that move.
Cheburashka
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I wanted to add a Tesla for a commuter car in LA. I test drove a model 3 dual motor and loved the way it drove, the smaller size and the steering feel.
But ultimately, I didn't love it more than the S with the dual screens and the air suspension. So I bought a used Model S 85. Depreciation on these Teslas is almost as bad (or good if you are in the market for used) as Mercedes in Los Angeles.
Couldn't be happier, but interested to see if the model Y offers anything that would have changed my mind if it was availble at the time.
But ultimately, I didn't love it more than the S with the dual screens and the air suspension. So I bought a used Model S 85. Depreciation on these Teslas is almost as bad (or good if you are in the market for used) as Mercedes in Los Angeles.
Couldn't be happier, but interested to see if the model Y offers anything that would have changed my mind if it was availble at the time.
1. Model S battery is prone to catch fire in a bad accident, in which case it can be difficult to open the doors from outside. M3 seems to have neither of those problems.
2. Model S front suspension steering arms are prone to snap off. Unresolved.
3. Model S front air suspension makes rattling noise at low speeds. Unresolved.
4. Model S AWD tends to develop shudder in front on high-acceleration launch after 30,000 miles, due to wear on half-arms.
All amply documented on this forum, use search function.
I think the premise of this thread is actually a bit nonsensical. What is being asked is similar to the following:
1. Should I buy a new 3 series or a used m5
2. Should I buy a used jeep or a rav4
Its apples and oranges. M3 is good for being a smaller more nimble car, if you have a small family or are single, it makes a lot of sense. Older people tend to not want to drive sub-compact cars...they want something more substantive. Either way you cant go wrong. I will say even if you buy a P3d for $60k+ when a model S pulls up besides you, it is the more substantive car, and turns more heads even if it is older.
1. Should I buy a new 3 series or a used m5
2. Should I buy a used jeep or a rav4
Its apples and oranges. M3 is good for being a smaller more nimble car, if you have a small family or are single, it makes a lot of sense. Older people tend to not want to drive sub-compact cars...they want something more substantive. Either way you cant go wrong. I will say even if you buy a P3d for $60k+ when a model S pulls up besides you, it is the more substantive car, and turns more heads even if it is older.
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