Have a budget of 55k for pre-owned S: what should I expect to get?

[NorCalChris]

Hi Everyone!
Been following Tesla since 2008, and has been a dream to own a Model S since it was first announce. Finally at a point where I can afford one and looking to purchase some point in the next 2 months.

I’ve been tracking prices everywhere and it seems like prices bounce all over the place. My question is, if I am patient does everyone think it’s possible to find a Model S with less than 50k miles, enhanced autopilot and ultra hi-fi audio in my price range? I have yet to come across one but feel like I might? I really like the idea of buying straight from Tesla to get the extended warranty, but is this really worth it?

 

[NorCalChris]

Forgot to mention dual motors as well!

 

[Greg29]

Hi Everyone!
Been following Tesla since 2008, and has been a dream to own a Model S since it was first announce. Finally at a point where I can afford one and looking to purchase some point in the next 2 months.

I’ve been tracking prices everywhere and it seems like prices bounce all over the place. My question is, if I am patient does everyone think it’s possible to find a Model S with less than 50k miles, enhanced autopilot and ultra hi-fi audio in my price range? I have yet to come across one but feel like I might? I really like the idea of buying straight from Tesla to get the extended warranty, but is this really worth it?

I can't comment on availability at that price range but I did buy a used S75 from a private owner that had < 50,000 miles and he added the extended warranty prior to selling it to me, we just added cost to purchase price.

 

[iqless]

My years of owning a Model S have definitely taught me warranty is essential.

When you say EAP, do you mean AP2?

 

[SilverGS]

@NorCalChris - I just got a 2016 75D for $56K and its fully loaded other than UHF. I bought mine from Tesla simply because of the 4 year/80k km peace of mind. Mine was built prior to AP2 (its a June 2016 build. AP2 came out in Oct. 2016). Prices in Canada are generally higher than the US, so you may be able to get what you want for $55K, so you'd be looking at a car built from Oct. 2016

 

[byeLT4]

I think it is very possible if you are ok with the smaller battery. That price seems to be where 75Ds are when they are reasonably priced.

Good luck!!

 

[NorCalChris]

Thanks for the input everyone, to answer the questions...

Yes, I'm good with and looking for a 75D. I might settle for a 75 but really want dual motor.

As far as Autopilot goes, I would like 2.0+ hardware, and either EAP or FSD.

My ideal car would be a late 2016 Model S 75D with free supercharging and autopilot 2.0 hardware/EAP, pearl white, black interior, and ultra hi-fi audio. Keeping my fingers crossed that I can find one in my budget in the next couple months!

 

[Rogue Synapse]

...in before the obligatory post from someone telling you what a great model 3 you could get for $55k, bypassing your question...

 

[dannycamps]

I can't speak now towards availability or price but back in April, I purchased a pre-owned 2015 Model S 85D from Tesla with just about every option for $52.7. The car was in perfect condition with under 17k miles and looked like it just rolled off the showroom floor.

I will say this now having lost the 2015 (accident) and replacing it with a 2019, I find that so far AP 1.0 seems to have been a lot more 'sure-footed' on the roads than 2.5/FSD. Of course, this will change as 2.5 is developed further. It has already improved significantly in the last software update or two. AP 1.0 is pretty much going to be as-is from here out but it's still a good system.

In other words, you should be able to find a good car with that budget and I wouldn't be so concerned with AP 1.0 vs AP 2.0.

 

[robg]

Been looking for similar specs too. In theory, a 16 75D with those options should be right around that price. But they're strangely hard to find.

 

[Cheburashka]

My ideal car would be a late 2016 Model S 75D with free supercharging and autopilot 2.0 hardware/EAP, pearl white, black interior, and ultra hi-fi audio. Keeping my fingers crossed that I can find one in my budget in the next couple months!

I have this exact car but it's not for sale.

I think the Ultra hi-fi audio is way overrated. Comparing standard and UFHS, I prefer the standard. I also like how the song plays from the beginning on the standard audio.

Also, I prefer the coil suspension (mainly because I don't want to deal with fixing the air suspension), which is another fairly rare thing.

 

[byeLT4]

I also like how the song plays from the beginning on the standard audio.

What do you mean by this?

 

[Cheburashka]

What do you mean by this?

On my old car with UHFS, when you get in the car, it would play the Slacker song from where you left off.

In the newer one without UHFS, it plays the song from the beginning, which I like more.

Don't know if that's changed with software updates or not.

 

[Brass Guy]

Thanks for the input everyone, to answer the questions...

Yes, I'm good with and looking for a 75D. I might settle for a 75 but really want dual motor.

As far as Autopilot goes, I would like 2.0+ hardware, and either EAP or FSD.

My ideal car would be a late 2016 Model S 75D with free supercharging and autopilot 2.0 hardware/EAP, pearl white, black interior, and ultra hi-fi audio. Keeping my fingers crossed that I can find one in my budget in the next couple months!

If you go to Tesla's site and try a few different zip codes, you should find what you're looking for.
This is a $52,300 2016 90D Pearl white, black next-gen seats, ultra hi-fi audio, free supercharging, 35,221 miles. Found it in San Diego. It'll be a nice introductory road trip.
I don't see the build date, and don't know what version AP hardware it has.

VIN 5YJSA1E2XGF128635

 

[jvmoore1]

i would def check out EV-CPO and sign up for their trial. Great setting up configurations and getting email notifications

 

[Mwy23]

Here's a datapoint: just reserved a white/black interior '16 90D AP2, EAP w/ free supercharging, 41k miles for $61k. PUP, Coil, Subzero, 21" turbines, full glass roof.

 

[neroden]

Easy enough to find what you're looking for pretty much anywhere, including cars.com. Your price expectations are reasonable.

 

[BlueOvalFan]

April of this year I snagged a fully loaded P85D (less cold package and rear seats) with 34k miles for a $51.3. Car was in nearly perfect shape.

 

[Kandiru]

April of this year I snagged a fully loaded P85D (less cold package and rear seats) with 34k miles for a $51.3. Car was in nearly perfect shape.

Ataboy!

FYI I just valued my 2015 S85D 42k miles at a measly 31k for trade in at Tesla.
Will keep her until 2023 and hope to do what you did but on a submersible model

 

[iqless]

Ataboy!

FYI I just valued my 2015 S85D 42k miles at a measly 31k for trade in at Tesla.
Will keep her until 2023 and hope to do what you did but on a submersible model

Tesla valued my 2015 85D at $26k.

I sold it privately for $40k.