Great deal? Or get something newer...

[MSublime]

Hello Tesla friends!

My mother-in-law has offered to sell me her 2016 (pre-facelift) Model S 85D with 42k miles for what Tesla offers her which is $35,500. Especially in today's market this seems like a lot of car for that money and I already have L2 charging at home. Her concern is it's an older car but I'ave always read Teslas hold up really well, especially if their average SOC is kept below 80%.

If I said no, what would you guys wait for? New M3? That's the only car even remotely close to the price I'm offered for the MS.

Thanks for your expert opinions!

P.S. the MS still has its original MME but I understand I can pay to upgrade that.

 

[ucmndd]

I mean, if you can get a car at trade value, particularly Tesla trade value (which is generally regarded to be low), then yes that’s an objectively “good deal”.

It would have to be a very early 2016 to be an 85D as the 85 was discontinued in February, but that’s not a huge deal.

Issues to watch for with all 85 batteries are reduced range and slow supercharging.

 

[MSublime]

I mean, if you can get a car at trade value, particularly Tesla trade value (which is generally regarded to be low), then yes that’s an objectively “good deal”.

It would have to be a very early 2016 to be an 85D as the 85 was discontinued in February, but that’s not a huge deal.

Issues to watch for with all 85 batteries are reduced range and slow supercharging.

It's an early 85D. Delivery was March I think. Thank you for your tips about battery and charging!

 

[Zishan]

If you pass, I'd suggest that you suggest to her to get an offer from CarMax, Vroom, Carvana, etc. As someone already stated, Tesla trade-in values are typically low and she will likely get a better offer from these guys ^!

 

[JimmyB]

I love my 85D, and that does seem a pretty good price right now (depending on options, condition etc) - if the car fits your needs and lifestyle, go for it. If you don’t like it, you can probably flip it for a small profit.

 

[ev-now]

I love our 2015 - 42K is no miles at all. If you are worried X-Care have a really good extended warranty you can buy. Price dropped a lot early this year. I added 4 years to ours, charge-port failed (turns out due to an issue I could have gotten resolved under warranty if I'd known it was brewing) - and their process for service is as simple it was with Tesla and only uses Tesla (you use the app, schedule Tesla and then get the estimate to X-care who approve it as you would as the owner).

 

[ayavner]

Dunno, sounds like a pretty good deal to me. Is she also in CA?

 

[365gtb4]

How is equipped? There were a lot of options. Sunroof, premium sound, seating interior, air suspension. wheels. etc. I love my 2015S85 and its been very reliable. At 40k miles I've seen about 4% battery degradation. If it has a clean Carfax and in excellent condition it a good value.

 

[MSublime]

If you pass, I'd suggest that you suggest to her to get an offer from CarMax, Vroom, Carvana, etc. As someone already stated, Tesla trade-in values are typically low and she will likely get a better offer from these guys ^!

Cool, didn't think about.

 

[MSublime]

I love our 2015 - 42K is no miles at all. If you are worried X-Care have a really good extended warranty you can buy. Price dropped a lot early this year. I added 4 years to ours, charge-port failed (turns out due to an issue I could have gotten resolved under warranty if I'd known it was brewing) - and their process for service is as simple it was with Tesla and only uses Tesla (you use the app, schedule Tesla and then get the estimate to X-care who approve it as you would as the owner).

Cool I'll check them out.

 

[MSublime]

Dunno, sounds like a pretty good deal to me. Is she also in CA?

Yes

 

[MSublime]

How is equipped? There were a lot of options. Sunroof, premium sound, seating interior, air suspension. wheels. etc. I love my 2015S85 and its been very reliable. At 40k miles I've seen about 4% battery degradation. If it has a clean Carfax and in excellent condition it a good value.

Loaded, has everything.

 

[SoCal Buzz]

Wow, I would jump at that car for that price (assuming you like the color, etc.), especially in today’s market. Note that Tesla offers about $5k below their resale price. With MCU upgrade, you’ll be good to go.

 

[dannycamps]

Good deal - that's a lot of car for the money.

I would consider as someone noted, the X-Care warranty as well as the MCU2 upgrade.

 

[XCare EV]

Sounds like a couple folks have recommended us, so I'll chime in. If you'd like, send me VIN number, current miles, miles you drive per year on average and your Zip Code and I'll shoot you options for coverage. No hard sell, just info to help with your process. [email protected] Cheers! Brent

 

[MSublime]

Sounds like a couple folks have recommended us, so I'll chime in. If you'd like, send me VIN number, current miles, miles you drive per year on average and your Zip Code and I'll shoot you options for coverage. No hard sell, just info to help with your process. [email protected] Cheers! Brent

E-mailed you, thanks.

 

[MSublime]

Good deal - that's a lot of car for the money.

I would consider as someone noted, the X-Care warranty as well as the MCU2 upgrade.

Is this still the $1500 upgrade you get through Tesla service?

 

[SoCal Buzz]

Infotainment Upgrade | Tesla Support

Upgrade your Infotainment system to access new features, and for a more advanced and smoother user experience.

www.tesla.com

Check your AP version. Late 2016 Tesla transitioned from AP1 with Mobileye to their own AP2 processor / sensors.

I think it's +$500 if you want XM / FM radio installed too.

 

[XCare EV]

E-mailed you, thanks.

Just sent your options. $35,500 is a screamin' deal. Good luck, and LMK if you'd like to connect to discuss further! Brent