Hey there, I know many of you will not be interested in this being NZ New Tesla owners. But for some of us in the second hand market, it was the only way to get our hands on one (especially with the current wait times on MX and MS being 2023/4). I checked the NZTA registration data and it shows 76 of us who have bought/sourced an import from Japan (mostly MS). Is that you? I'm keen to chat if so, share some experiences. Message me direct, or post below.
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Japanese Tesla Import Owners
- Thread starter Jansy123
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RobDickinson
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Audietron
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I was almost there.... but then ended up buying M3 and book Model S/X/Cybertruck to get whatever comes first with refreshed design.
I hope other used car users register here, less likely as mostly used car users heavily depend on info from dealers, or try to discuss in country of import area of forum.
I think the Japanese cars have Tesla type connector, no type 2 /CCS2
make sure it comes with a mobile charger of some sort
I have seen Japanese MS charging at vector 50Kw DC charger with CHAdeMO to Tesla adapter
the owner said it came with the car
Drive EV offers conversion for about $6k
shop.driveev.co.nz
make sure it comes with a mobile charger of some sort
I have seen Japanese MS charging at vector 50Kw DC charger with CHAdeMO to Tesla adapter
the owner said it came with the car
Drive EV offers conversion for about $6k
Japanese Tesla Model S EU/NZ Charger Conversion - US Tesla Plug to Type 2
Japanese Tesla Model S EU/NZ Charger ConversionWe offer conversions of Japanese Tesla Model S from the factory fitted "US Tesla Plug" to the “Type 2” plug that is standard on NZ new Tesla Model S and widely supported in New Zealand.Upgrading to the Type 2 plug is a huge advantage as it unlocks...
shop.driveev.co.nz
Yes, the car does come with a home charger 10A, but I have managed to score a Tesla Gen 3 charger that has the Tesla Jap/US style connector.
Amazing what you can get off Trademe sometimes!
CHadeMO are available for these from Korea, but are sold out at the moment.
As long as I have a good home option, I'm OK for now.
The Drive EV conversion would be nice, but $6k is too much at the moment.
Amazing what you can get off Trademe sometimes!
CHadeMO are available for these from Korea, but are sold out at the moment.
As long as I have a good home option, I'm OK for now.
The Drive EV conversion would be nice, but $6k is too much at the moment.
Audietron
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Smart move...
Only during road trip you need adaptor to use commercial chargers, otherwise home charger charges nicely everyday. If battery still under warranty, ideal to leave it to 100% to allow trickle charging, if outside warranty then better never let it go under 20% or over 80% - as replacement is crazy expansive.
RobDickinson
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Hi guys/gals; Had our Japanese import 2019 M3 LR since June 2021. Have gone full Tesla with solar, power wall and 24 amp charger. Happy to field questions about all aspects of Chichi. Clive Shaw, Timaru; [email protected]
