As I write this, the current delta between M3P and M3 LR is $6k. For the MYP and MY LR it is $4k. For the MYP it is a no brainer to go with the P. For the M3P, a little more nuanced.Just curious if in your experience with MS Plaid , have you found any use for Track Mode? Would Track Mode be a good reason to go with a Performance Model 3 or PMY versus just purchasing AB?
If you had $10k to spend on upgrades for a LRM3 or LRMY, i.e. AB, wheels and tires, suspension, what would you do, in what order?
So let me address your $10k upgrade question as I've been down this route already. I'd go with the M3 LR, add boost and find a used set o MPP adjustable comfort coilovers that often pop up for sale here. I buy an inexpensive rear spoiler, get some uber looking wheel covers for the stock 18" wheels and call it a day. I like how the Ubers look, just don't like their weight and range hit. Another option is going with something like the Martian wheels like I had on my Y. I am fine with the stock 18's for 95% of my driving. They are efficient, and handle curbs quite well and are pretty quiet on my car. Once they wore out, I might go with something different but I would likely stay in the same size as a lot of tire options and the wheel/tire combos weigh less.
For me the stock MY LR even w/boost is too slow. So the MYP is the only option and at a 4k difference, it is absolutely the way to go as I'd get the rear spoiler I like and the acceleration comparable to the MY LR w/boost. I'd sell the Ubers and buy a lightweight set of 19's but slightly narrower rim width to get a bit more tire protection of the rim so my wife won't curb the snot out of them. Also less weight so the car feels more agile. Flat out I think the Y feels pretty ponderous, especially compared to the 3.
Let's talk about the track mode. Great fun in my book. The adjustability you have with it is pretty cool. On the Plaid it becomes a monster drift machie with 700 HP directed to the rear wheels only if you want AND it has torque biasing to improve turn in. You can do the same on the 3/Y but without so much power it is less fun when in RWD mode but still fun.
Track mode
Model 3 Owner's Manual | Tesla
Understand how to use Track mode to optimize performance when driving on a closed circuit race track.
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Track mode V2
Track Mode V2 | Tesla Support
Track Mode V2 allows Model 3 Performance drivers to customize its handling, providing even more control over how their car behaves on track.
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How much you might use it will determine how much it is worth to you. For me I figure it is worth about $1500 to me on my Plaid. That is why going with the MYP is the best option for the Y variants. For the 3 a little murkier. If my choice was to only have the M3P vs M3 LR boost and MPP coilovers for about the same money, I'll take the second. If I am willing to spend more money, then the M3P might make more sense depending on how you value the track mode and the slightly quicker 0-60 time. I've never missed the acceleration in my M3 LR after boosting it.
So if doing a M3 LR, I'd do it the same way I did it. Boost first, then MPP. I don't miss having the track mode in it TBH. Maybe because of how I use the car or maybe I have it in the Plaid. I don't use it that much but it is fun when I do but you really need the right area to enjoy it. I do like how I can dial in the handling balance when I want. IF you with something that has track mode, get the S3XY buttons to make it easier and quicker to access. One button touch and you are in it.
Meant to add something, If in the market for a 3/Y and didn't need it immediately, I'd hold off and see how the Highland refresh turns out. Looks like it might have a hatchback which would put the 3 a lot closer to the Y in usability and could be some other good upgrades.
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