Sometimes delivery is delayed, sometimes it's rescheduled for, "This weekend!" You're so close to Fremont you can almost catch a car as it rolls off the assembly line. You may suddenly be offered a car if you can get ready in two days. Worse, Tesla may cancel your scheduled delivery if you can't take advantage of their accelerated schedule.
- Give your insurance agent a heads-up so they can start preparing a policy.
- Line up your funds. Could be rummaging under your mattress for some of the $100 bill bundles that make it so lumpy; figuring out some financial maneuvers; loan-shopping...
- If you're selling or trading-in a car, start that process. Frame your strategy for early, timely and delayed delivery.
Start work on your home charging solution. I live on the East Coast. The Tesla-recommended electrician I used reports he's swamped with Tesla charger installations. It seems California has even more demand. There are a handful of Model 3 threads discussing:
1. Is home charging even necessary? My opinion is, "Yes, unless you value your time at about $1.00/hr."
2. Does a regular wall outlet provide enough power for overnight recharge? Consensus seems to be, "Yes, if you have a short commute, or access to a charger at work and never expect to take a long trip on short notice."
3. How much power should I provide?
Think about after-sale improvements. Floor mats? Paint protection? Window tint? Better wheels/tires? Air freshener for rear view mirror?... Lots of threads discussing these and organizing group buys. Floor mats are back-ordered, get your order in early.
First Battery Electric Vehicle? Read threads on charging and trip planning.
