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wiztecy
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I use to be very picky about scratches on my previous cars, especially my 1st car which was a Mustang turbo (evolution of the turbo SVO). I found later this became just an extra stress point in life that I really didn't need and can put that energy elsewhere. I still love all my cars, give them a nice polish/was every couple of years, touch up nicks and minor scratches which I've become really good at, buff out scuffs, and give it the love of pure appreciation.
Since mine is my daily driver, it becomes normal wear and usage which has goodness in itself, the goodness of usage and enjoyment! I've grown more in the direction of being concerned about keeping all the mechanical components clean and working smoothly such as the braking, suspension, motor, PEM, battery and as well as keeping the under belly pans free of cinders and debris. But most importantly improving areas where an accident can damage or total my Roadster (mirrors, brakes, suspension, tires, etc).
That's where my personal safety and longevity of the car really rides on. As much as I hate repaints, the car can always be re-coated if I wanted to put it in a museum.
But there's nothing wrong with keeping it sparking clean and shiny
Just make sure to use the Roadster well!
Since mine is my daily driver, it becomes normal wear and usage which has goodness in itself, the goodness of usage and enjoyment! I've grown more in the direction of being concerned about keeping all the mechanical components clean and working smoothly such as the braking, suspension, motor, PEM, battery and as well as keeping the under belly pans free of cinders and debris. But most importantly improving areas where an accident can damage or total my Roadster (mirrors, brakes, suspension, tires, etc).
That's where my personal safety and longevity of the car really rides on. As much as I hate repaints, the car can always be re-coated if I wanted to put it in a museum.
But there's nothing wrong with keeping it sparking clean and shiny
Just make sure to use the Roadster well!
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shrink
Member
I've found the exact opposite. Bought mine as a CPO 1-1/2 years ago and the swirl marks were terrible. I even had it professionally corrected and then Opticoat applied - swirl marks are still visible. Not as bad as when I got the car, but they're still there. It's actually much worse than other cars I've had. I'm not sure if it's the paint or how the first owner took care of the car, but the swirl marks are bad.
Like wiztecy, I've stopped worrying about it though. I'll repaint or wrap it if it becomes a seldom used collector one day.
PokerBroker
Member
I daily mine too, it is a filthy pig in the Minnesota winter months... I just enjoy being reminded what color it is in the spring, swirls don't get to me too much
wiztecy
Active Member
Good point. I'd rather not be worried about cosmetic issues than pull my hair out every time a passenger puts their fingerprints on the roof
Totally. With the GlassTop you can catch many finger and palm prints of the the very curious and intrigued admirers.
Very important on the drivers side. Water might get into the Service disconnect and you get an isolation error which deactivates the drivetrain immediately.
The Roadster community has always been supportive of each other. I remember attending a Tesla event at the Santa Monica Blvd store and let's just say they know how to have fun.
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