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Damaged 2008 1.5 for quick sale, runs and drives fine.

Discussion in 'Roadster 2008-2012' started by Carl W, Dec 16, 2019.

  1. Carl W

    Carl W 2008, #311 thunder gray 1.5

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    I'm putting up my 2008 1.5 (#311) for sale as is. If it sells within the next week, then great. If not, then I'll go ahead and get it fixed. I just don't want to wait for the repair to get done as this is my daily driver.

    The car still runs and drives fine. There are no error messages except telling me the front hood isn't closed, which it isn't! Still drives straight. However, with the broken hood hinges, I keep the speed down when driving it to the car shop.

    Here is the security footage of the crash and pictures attached. Happened November 2, 2019.



    Damage includes front bumper and foam backing, hood (hinges broken, too), both fenders have slight nicks, front crash structure, driver's headlight, grill. While the car hasn't been disassembled, it appears the frame is straight. Repair estimate (replacing all above parts plus other headlight (to better match left new headlight)) is $21k in parts and $8k in labor. However, could be done a lot cheaper if buying used parts and doing it yourself.

    I'll add some more pictures, but the rest of the car is in excellent condition. Everything works. Interior is still nice, too. Other than the front damage from this crash, she's in excellent shape. Unrelated to the accident, the coolant reservoir needs to be replaced (I ordered one and Tesla was ready to replace it) as it cracked, but I fixed it until the new one is installed. No leaks anywhere.

    I don't know the CAC and have had trouble viewing it, but she charges in standard mode to 146 to 150 miles. Has 60,400 miles. Range mode was near 200 the last time I range charged it, which was several months ago. Charges normally.

    Includes Tesla car cover and CAN adapter. Clean title. NOT a salvaged title.

    I've researched salvaged Roadsters (found 5 of them) with similar damage and they tend to sell for $23k to $25k, and that's with a salvaged title and without being able to test drive it. I'll entertain any offers, but $25k will be a "buy it now" decision. Make it fast, or I'm going to get it fixed.

    After a week, if it doesn't sell, I'll just get it fixed instead. I just don't want to wait the months it will probably take to get it fixed....
     

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  2. backmost

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    Have you contacted Gruber or Carl Medlock? They may be interested in it for parts
     
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  3. Carl W

    Carl W 2008, #311 thunder gray 1.5

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    How Do I get hold of Carl? Gruber I can find....
     
  4. CM_007

    CM_007 Carl Medlock

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    Give me a call 206-304-1217 if we can agree on. a price I’ll buy it and fix it.
     
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  6. Carl W

    Carl W 2008, #311 thunder gray 1.5

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    Adding some pictures taken today and after a standard charge.
     

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  7. Carl W

    Carl W 2008, #311 thunder gray 1.5

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    SOLD! Carl Medlock is buying it, so she's going to a good home.
     
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  8. AEdennis

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    On another note...

    what are you replacing her with?
     
  9. Carl W

    Carl W 2008, #311 thunder gray 1.5

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    Thinking of going with a model 3 because it will fit our family better for next little while. My 16 year old daughter is still learning to drive and our Toyota Sienna is kind of big and she's not allowed to drive the roadster. Then, after a couple of years, I'm going to want to add back a Roadster because I'm going to miss it badly.
     
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  10. AEdennis

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    Don't forget to use your own referral code... Sad that your Roadster is moving out of the OC... But look forward for when you replace her...

    (The #5 that you missed out on is at Gruber, and now your own Roadster is headed to Medlock... Needless to say, Roadsters that are associated with you have ended up at expert hands...)
     
  11. Carl W

    Carl W 2008, #311 thunder gray 1.5

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    Is it better to use my own code (in which case I'll need to get one) or my friend's code?
     
  12. AEdennis

    AEdennis Active Member

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    Use your code... log into your Tesla account and get it on the website. You registered the Roadster with Tesla, right?
     
  13. Carl W

    Carl W 2008, #311 thunder gray 1.5

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    Yes, I'm registered but I don't see how to actually get my own code. Still trying....
     
  14. AEdennis

    AEdennis Active Member

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    you get double the miles of supercharging applying your own code.

    log into Tesla.com. Click on MANAGE your Roadster... click on your Referral link and order your car there.

    there might be some Performance 3s available locally.
     
  15. AtAge19

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    @Carl W,

    If available, may I please pick-up your Tesla Car Cover, Carl?

    - P.
     
  16. Carl W

    Carl W 2008, #311 thunder gray 1.5

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    If the car buyer doesn't want it, then yes. Back with more info when I have it.
     
  17. AtAge19

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    @Carl W,

    Carl,

    Consider it noted.

    Refresh your Inbox, Carl. P.M. sent!

    - P.
     
  18. Carl W

    Carl W 2008, #311 thunder gray 1.5

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    Sorry, but the buyer wants it.
     
  19. jakubon1s

    jakubon1s New Member

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    If anyone is having crashed Roadster I might be interested to buy it.
    In case you know anyone owning crashed or with bricked batteries, let me know!

    Thanks in advance!
     

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