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Model 3 Performance/Ludicrous Waiting Room
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Keep in mind that the range difference between LR and M3P is almost all based on wheel size. Change the M3P to 18s and it'll get back much of that 40+ mile difference. Could have the best of both worlds.
Thanks for the update! I'm in Atlanta as well with a similar order date and EDD.
They must not be playing games with Q2 deliveries - my original car from my 4/23 order - I denied delivery because I wasn't sure I really need the m3p (I bought a main vehicle since 4/23). So my order went on "hold" and that hold was going to be removed 6/22 or I lose the $250 order fee. They basically give you 12-14 days to decide... I said what the heck, let me just take the order off hold - did that yesterday. I already have a vin assigned with planned delivery for 6/27-6/30. Wild.
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This all happened super fast. I got my VIN this morning, and was just able to schedule pickup for this Sunday! I am really excited and hope the pickup process goes smoothly!
Just got my VIN this morning. Still considering between LR and performance. Is it possible to switch LR after getting the VIN?
The main concern is about the ride quality and not sure if the performance will be easy to scrape since the it's pretty low and SF bay area roads are terrible.
The main concern is about the ride quality and not sure if the performance will be easy to scrape since the it's pretty low and SF bay area roads are terrible.
I think as long as the “earlier delivery available” option is there for you in the app, you can switch and in my experience any time before you sing any VIN specific documents you are good.
Been riding in my LR AWD-E this week after making the same decision to go LR instead of Perf. Super happy with it. Plenty of power. The carbon fiber spoiler is now available in the shop, so i will add that for some looks.
Unless the performance and/or track capabilities are a priority for you, i think the LR is a winner in its own right.
Been riding in my LR AWD-E this week after making the same decision to go LR instead of Perf. Super happy with it. Plenty of power. The carbon fiber spoiler is now available in the shop, so i will add that for some looks.
Unless the performance and/or track capabilities are a priority for you, i think the LR is a winner in its own right.
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You can refuse it and then switch to an LR. I refused my M3P due to some build issues and was told the next refusal would result in losing my deposit and I would have to submit a new order.
I bet you would get a VIN in less than 48 hours when you order a LR
For me it was immediate as the LR shows up as a “accept earlier delivery”, so i picked the car i wanted as part of the switch and the VIN was assigned right then. We have plenty to choose from because apparently they build some and sent them to the delivery centers before the rebate news went public. I had even walked by the car i eventually bought two days prior thinking there was no reason to consider a LR. Is still funny to think about.
So in answering my own earlier post, I removed hold 6/19 and got an EDD this afternoon of 7/2-7/30 which is okay if it holds. The car we’re replacing will go to family so the timing doesn’t have to be specific.
Same thought process in my head but the M3P is such a great value proposition.
Holy smokes, just got a VIN! Uploaded my docs and hoping I can take delivery soon!
And my delivery is now scheduled for Sunday 6/23. The saga is coming to an end.
I told him this was going to happen but he didn’t;t believe me. 
Happy Friday dude!
Happy Friday dude!
Finally. Was starting to think you were going to have a heart attack lol
I just want to thank everyone for their insight and advice along the way! In particular, for clueing me in to the fact that there are now performance demo models available. I was able to snag one this morning that was already “in transit” to my designated pickup location. The vehicle was not actually used as a demo, but was being sent to the AZ showroom to *become* a demo, so I think I may have gotten lucky in terms of any “demo abuse” (i.e., excessive farting, etc.). It’s noted as “15 miles” in my finance documents, so I assume it’s never been driven by customers, but only on the test track in Fremont.
My latest EDD was 6/21 to 6/30, so I was hoping to get a VIN soon anyhow, but who knows if this would have been further delayed until July (or more), so I figured why not take the risk? I sold my car about a week ago and have been borrowing one (this was due to the lowball, expired Tesla trade-in amount that many of us have experienced), so I’m really just happy to have a car to drive (more relieved than excited, to be honest). My last M3P (a 2023) came with some serious damage (needed a new front bumper and a wheel) all from the delivery truck unloading, so even if there are small issues with the demo model, then I can get them worked out by the service center.
I’m not one to gripe about panel gaps and those sorts of issues, as they don’t bother me. I only care about issues that will *later* become noticeable when I sell/trade-in (dents, paint damage, curb rash). This is what people tend to scrutinize. I won't be wrapping, PPF-ing, tinting, or anything. This car will stay bone stock with the clear windows and summer tires all year long. I'm getting too old to customize. I spent around 30 years customizing cars (full hydraulics, air suspension, coilovers, lowering springs, custom subframe welding, engine builds, exhaust, stereo, among other things). I ordered this car (as well as my 2023) because I think it's perfectly tuned and designed as-is. I know, I'm weird, right?
My original order date was 4/27 (SG/W) and delivery is in Scottsdale (PHX, AZ area). I was able to schedule delivery for this Sunday, 6/23, which was great. I’ll post updates soon. Let's hope it's acceptable.
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