Currently I am coming up against the January 1rst deadline. While I do not mind being a beta tester for small engineering gremlins and omissions (except parking sensors), large ones such as fogging, 12v problems, and charging malfunctions are a serious concern. Anything that turns the car into a very expensive paper weight is a real issue.
I believe that Tesla will work diligently to address these "bugs" and a Model S six months from now will be a more refined car. Please do not mistake this post for bashing. I have definitely drunk the Kool Aid. I am just wondering if a little delayed gratification now will save a lot of frustration.
For those that have taken delivery, any regrets not waiting?
If you are serious about buying the car, then by all means finalize and become a happy Model S owner like many of us. But if you are just wanting to hold a place in line in the hopes that the owner feedback will confirm the car is completely trouble free, then you will never get that warm and fuzzy feeling. I have owned my Model S for a week. Not long enough to give a fair opinion, but this is one amazing car. I would purchase it again in a heartbeat. Even though I am fully expecting to encounter some quirks - nothing yet.
However, I'm hoping that after January 1st, Tesla can focus more on the "due bill" items. In my case, J1772 adapter, and parcel shelf.
