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curmudgeon
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Yes drilled holes for the holders.
If you change the plates the please post some pics, I'd be very interested in a simpler fixing. The standard plates are a bit bulky, but worse the rear plate doesnt sit in the holder properly on mine.
Rear plate holder is horrible IMHO, remove it and just place plate only over the mounting holes, looks MUCH cleaner
Front is much harder to deal with because of the curve and the holes, ideally a stick on plate, but the holes will likely show through
curmudgeon
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Rear plate holder is horrible IMHO, remove it and just place plate only over the mounting holes, looks MUCH cleaner
Front is much harder to deal with because of the curve and the holes, ideally a stick on plate, but the holes will likely show through
Yes I'd like to see if a stick on plate is possible given the curvature, some pics woul dbe nice if anybody tries this.
I picked up my P3 yesterday from Heathrow. I was early, so time to do insurance etc. Had to wait for a reg no...but all ok. Around 50% charge, enough to get home. Handover was distinctly average, not much useful info - directed to the manual! But I got all the cables I was expecting and loads of time to experiment with the controls. Bedlam in the Heathrow centre - simply isn’t enough space...having said that they had lots of people and were making best of it.
Car is superb, power awesome regenerative braking almost renders brake pedal redundant. 20 inch wheels, in my experience offer very little cabin noise issue - if road surface is rubbish you know it - just like most cars, if surface is good, no sound at all. Touch screen also excellent and quickly got used to the position and intuitive controls. Sound superb, Spotify use seamless.
Using phone to operate car is great - no need to worry about the credit card keys. Gave me confidence I’d actually locked the car!
Home charging worked well - finally can see charge levels from my Pod Point. Set up of phone and home Wi-fi was a breeze.
Just a single gripe...I missed two visible scratches on the metal trim above one of the windows that had to have occurred in transport. I suspect the Tesla chap may have seen them, but it wasn’t flagged. There were small bits of plastic on my car that in their haste hadn’t been completely removed. Contacting Tesla to see what can be done is a nightmare (no response). I’ll contact Customer Services in writing this weekend.
Off on a proper journey tomorrow to Nottingham with wife and kids. Will get to see impact of my heavy foot on the battery range and possibility of charge required enroute. Says something about this car that everyone is looking forward to a 2.5 hour journey.
I became properly fixated on Tesla about a year ago (so a relative novice on this forum). There is something hugely satisfying that I’ve taken the step to ditch the BMW and have to say, on first impressions the car is worth all the hype.
Final word, these cars genuinely appear to attract aggressive behaviour from a certain calibre of driver...which is crazy really given the scope of their capability.
Car is superb, power awesome regenerative braking almost renders brake pedal redundant. 20 inch wheels, in my experience offer very little cabin noise issue - if road surface is rubbish you know it - just like most cars, if surface is good, no sound at all. Touch screen also excellent and quickly got used to the position and intuitive controls. Sound superb, Spotify use seamless.
Using phone to operate car is great - no need to worry about the credit card keys. Gave me confidence I’d actually locked the car!
Home charging worked well - finally can see charge levels from my Pod Point. Set up of phone and home Wi-fi was a breeze.
Just a single gripe...I missed two visible scratches on the metal trim above one of the windows that had to have occurred in transport. I suspect the Tesla chap may have seen them, but it wasn’t flagged. There were small bits of plastic on my car that in their haste hadn’t been completely removed. Contacting Tesla to see what can be done is a nightmare (no response). I’ll contact Customer Services in writing this weekend.
Off on a proper journey tomorrow to Nottingham with wife and kids. Will get to see impact of my heavy foot on the battery range and possibility of charge required enroute. Says something about this car that everyone is looking forward to a 2.5 hour journey.
I became properly fixated on Tesla about a year ago (so a relative novice on this forum). There is something hugely satisfying that I’ve taken the step to ditch the BMW and have to say, on first impressions the car is worth all the hype.
Final word, these cars genuinely appear to attract aggressive behaviour from a certain calibre of driver...which is crazy really given the scope of their capability.
I’ve read on here a few times that phone cables are no longer provided.
Tesla are quite notorious for not keeping stock of accessories. It seems strange when many of them are high margin items.
You might care to look at some of the third-party wireless chargers. I’ve got the TapTes one in preparation for my car. It seems very well made, supports horizontal as well as vertical charging, and is much cheaper than the official Tesla one. It cost $49.90 (so about £41.50) delivered, and arrived in about 12 days. Also comes with USB splitters so you can still use TeslaCam etc.
If you’re interested I also have a 10% discount code I can share if you DM me. I’m not affiliated in any way, just a happy customer.
dst87
Member
The Edinburgh SC told me the Tesla Qi pad wasn't available in the UK at the moment, but we've already purchased the Nomad Model 3 charger which is exceptional. I've ordered stuff from them before and the build quality and shipping speed is wonderful. You can even pick the shipping option with taxes/duties paid to avoid the rip-off admin fees.
I was under the impression that the cables for the standard dock were included as standard. I'm sure I've seen videos where they were in a little bag in the armrest bit, but I could be wrong.
Thank you Roy. I may well DM you for that discount code, going to have a think today if I shall wait for the Tesla/Nomad wireless charger or get some cables.
The person in the Edinburgh SC said that they would be opening an online shop soon for the UK. Take this information with a pinch of salt
Here are some photos of my TapTes charger:
UK accessories for RHD Model 3
And here one of the inside:
UK accessories for RHD Model 3
Thiellie
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dst87
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Thiellie
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All good - currently doing a writeup about the whole process with pics etc...
dst87
Member
I will very much look forward to reading all about it, and enjoying your photos!
Just wanted to say a massive thank you to all the members of this great forum! Your tireless information gathering and question answering has been excellent and has really helped me out a lot over the last few months.
I have finally picked up my M3 yesterday at heathrow and the process was pretty painless. Absolutely love the car is truly amazing.
Good luck to all of you still waiting, not long now. The wait will be worth it!
I have finally picked up my M3 yesterday at heathrow and the process was pretty painless. Absolutely love the car is truly amazing.
Good luck to all of you still waiting, not long now. The wait will be worth it!
What kind of human are you !?
Pics!!
And congratulations Enjoy. I got a long way to go Only ordered and finalised on the 9th August.
Fullerene
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I got bored of Top Trumps when I was about 9 years old, maybe I need a "This vehicle is in Valet mode" sticker for the rear windscreen to deter the hopefuls..
MrBadger
Badger out
Driven by Auto Pilot
Immune to flashing lights and honking horns
May brake suddenly, so do not tailgate either
Immune to flashing lights and honking horns
May brake suddenly, so do not tailgate either
