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Model 3 performance new 18 inch wheel option now avail 7/15/19

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the option disappeared last week. You can still order thru an advisor just like you had to prev.
It was never avail online. The 18's are just greyed out since last week but can still place orders confirmed.

Oh I see, when I ordered it Wednesday, it showed the 18 option, that's the only reason I found out about it. So when I called to order it, I asked how I can order with the 18" option like it states on the page.
 
I know the text was gone from the website last I checked. But is there evidence that it's no longer available off-menu? I would imagine Tesla would take your $2k for a while yet.

Well, my original config was white ext black int and 19” and I was told I couldn’t get it because there was no Moreno inventory. As far as I’m concerned these can’t be ordered to be built and whatever is out there are all that are available. This is Ontario Canada. I originally left it because I really wanted the combo I had on my original AWD but then called later and got matched to a black ext, white int 19” that’s in transit through the US at the moment.

Not sure why but they flat out said can’t do it to my white one, they were all matched already.
 
Well, my original config was white ext black int and 19” and I was told I couldn’t get it because there was no Moreno inventory. As far as I’m concerned these can’t be ordered to be built and whatever is out there are all that are available. This is Ontario Canada. I originally left it because I really wanted the combo I had on my original AWD but then called later and got matched to a black ext, white int 19” that’s in transit through the US at the moment.

Not sure why but they flat out said can’t do it to my white one, they were all matched already.

More not Moreno, what the heck.

Also to add to the point, I recall when I was on the phone contemplating colour combinations and had thrown out there but I will take a grey with black interior and 19” he immediately gave me a warning saying there was only one left and if I wanted it I should tell him immediately and there was no guarantee if by chance someone else was doing it at the same time. I thought it was weird, like everyone says if it’s a cash grab why not sell everyone whatever combo they want? weird.
 
How did this work out financially? Asking for a friend :)

With the full $10k rebate I qualified for on the MR, it was a nearly a wash selling it (I netted $800).

I basically got my Carmax quote for $40k and posted it for sale to anyone who could beat that price. Only got $500 more but still I thought the price was decent for an MR with no autopilot.
 
I basically got my Carmax quote for $40k and posted it for sale to anyone who could beat that price. Only got $500 more but still I thought the price was decent for an MR with no autopilot.

May I ask, for the sake of data collecting, what the original purchase price was (just the vehicle, not taxes/fees) and how many miles were on it when you sold it?

Thanks!
 
With the full $10k rebate I qualified for on the MR, it was a nearly a wash selling it (I netted $800).

I basically got my Carmax quote for $40k and posted it for sale to anyone who could beat that price. Only got $500 more but still I thought the price was decent for an MR with no autopilot.

I am debating on selling my MR. If i read your post correctly, were you able to sell MR for USD $40k ? Did Carmax quote you that price ? What location and miles please if you can share.
 
They are still available. I bought my Blue P3D- with black interior tonight. Hopefully I'll pick it up on Friday. Sales lady said there are still quite a few but they are going fast.

I was at the Indianapolis service center today and they had quite a few and at least 1 in each color. They even had a red one with 19” wheels...it really caught my attention bc I didn’t think it was 19” wheels but my SA pointed out the break calipers weren’t red. Anyway, when we got back to the store, she asked if I wanted it and showed me the listing on her computer. It was 53,xxx. For some reason, I didn’t think it would be for sale but there it was for sale.
 
This is also new finding.
On the tesla site it shows the 18 inch Performance wheel package coming with:
Includes:
• 4 x 18X8.5J Aero wheels
• 4 x 235/45/18 – MICHELIN PILOT SPORT 4 tires
• 4 x tire pressure sensors
• 4 x Tesla logo Aero wheel caps

Now what we dont know is if the cars are coming equip with this from the factory when selecting the 18 in or if this an accessory package? This also poses a concern if your ordering a P3D- and live in the cold temps as these are summer tires only and one who orders would need to buy all seasons or snows.

I do not expect the Pilot Sport 4's to ever be stock for 18" tires. BTW these are different from the 20" Pilot Sport 4S
 
I'm a long-time /r/teslamotors lurker with my eyes set on an LR AWD but for such a small price difference the P3D- was too enticing to pass up. I emailed a sales rep at the Cincinnati Tesla store asking if they could check inventory for one of these cars. They were able to find two different cars with 18in aeros and 19in sport wheels with the white on blue colors I wanted. Needless to say I'm joining the Tesla family!

TLDR; These cars are still out there, and apparently available with 19in wheels. It can't hurt to call or email your local dealer and inquire if you're interested!
 

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I'm a long-time /r/teslamotors lurker with my eyes set on an LR AWD but for such a small price difference the P3D- was too enticing to pass up. I emailed a sales rep at the Cincinnati Tesla store asking if they could check inventory for one of these cars. They were able to find two different cars with 18in aeros and 19in sport wheels with the white on blue colors I wanted. Needless to say I'm joining the Tesla family!

TLDR; These cars are still out there, and apparently available with 19in wheels. It can't hurt to call or email your local dealer and inquire if you're interested!

Yes, I agree. The impression I got from my SA and an Inventory Specialist from Fremont was that the cars are around the area and not just at my location (Indianapolis).