Buying used Tesla question

[1flossedm3]

I am looking at purchasing a used 21/22 Model 3 Performance from a dealer. (Trading in my Audi).

I'm curious how the ownership transfer works as there is no key essentially and an App. Is there a way to contact Tesla regarding new owner or would a pre owned dealer know how to do this? I imagine I just install the app on my phone but there must be some transfer process.

 

[jjrandorin]

I am looking at purchasing a used 21/22 Model 3 Performance from a dealer. (Trading in my Audi).

I'm curious how the ownership transfer works as there is no key essentially and an App. Is there a way to contact Tesla regarding new owner or would a pre owned dealer know how to do this? I imagine I just install the app on my phone but there must be some transfer process.

Have you reviewed the information that tesla puts out about this? Also, there is a "key"... the keycards are the keys, and the used dealer should have at least one of them for the vehicle.

Tesla Account Support | Tesla Support

Your Tesla Account includes owner resources, guides and important updates. Combined with the Tesla app, you can do everything from remotely monitoring your vehicle to transferring ownership.

www.tesla.com

 

[Nosken]

And if they only have one key card, they are not expensive like typical key fobs. $35 for two.

Key Card

Model S, Model 3, Model X, and Model Y vehicles come with two Key Cards and one bifold wallet for easy entry, operation and transport. Key Cards are convenient for when your phone is not accessible, out of battery or if someone else needs temporary access, such as a valet. Includes: 2x key...

shop.tesla.com

 

[robussc]

You have to prove ownership to Tesla to get the car added to your account. It’s not particularly hard if you have the purchase docs.

 

[vickh]

Tesla SSO - Sign In

teslaaccount/ownership/transfer/add-car

Enjoy! (and thank me later)

 

[Timmyinpajamas]

Download Tesla app and add vehicle by vin, they’ll ask you for proof of ownership, I sent them a picture of my registration and license, it took a day and half then I got a notification on my phone from app and car Will be linked to your account, don’t factory reset or delete any of the key cards until you link you car to your account,cheers and congrats, I also traded in my Audi for m3