I had an arm full of boxes for some simple mods when my wife dropped me off for the car too. I was putting in console tray and dash and stuff while she was talking about the car hah.
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Yeah that's crazy. I bought the wall charger, watched a YouTube video and installed it with about $120 worth of stuff from Lowes. It's basically a breaker and 3 wires. Hardest part was stuffing the dang cable through the flex conduit.
It really depends on your setup. In my case, my box is all the way on the other side of the house, the the run was very long. With the cost of copper, it was pricey. I actually had two runs pulled. It can be as low as $2-300 if your box is in the garage already. As far as the plug vs charger, the actual electrical work isn't going to be that different. Obviously you'd have to add $500 for the charger itself. For what it's worth, I went with the Tesla wall connector.
Everything related to construction is very expensive these days because contractors are very busy due to low interest rates.
Small basic jobs get expensive because no one is looking for extra work, especially small jobs.
Yeah I don't blame them, it wasn't hard but I wouldn't waste my time coming out to do it for only $300 either.
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Great to know! The turbines actually look pretty damn nice in that fitment! Much closer to the original intent of the prototype. Thanks @MODEL+
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We did this... lucky my father in law is an electrical engineer... so it cost $89.63 in parts and nothing else. Getting 19-24 miles/hr charging, but my house is older and I think were slightly limited by the wiring (or so the electrical engineer says... I trust him)
both of these pics are cars that are NOT lowered?Thank you for your kind words @Ralbright
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Uberturbines on 2021+ M3P have deeper hub pockets in the back of the wheels to clear 15mm spacers. This is measured by another member here and also proven in our testing.
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These are all examples of 2021 M3P using 15mm Aspira Spacers all around on 20" Uberturbine wheels.
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We also offer spacers by H&R. Their 14mm is a different style that uses extended shank bolts instead, making them compatible with older M3Ps using the 20" Sport Wheels.
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mine had this, its the rubber piece behind the door that's bent...open the door and look from the inside to see if its that
Just wanted to provide my thoughts on the car after three days of ownership for anyone who was in a similar position as I was while waiting on the car / deciding to order one in the first place...
It really is a great car.
First things first, acceleration: Yes, the car is ridiculously fast at all speeds. Instant torque and acceleration isn't limited to low speeds - you will be thrown into your seat when accelerating at highway speeds as well. What is even more amazing to me, though, is how this instant torque can be used to rotate through and out of corners. To say I have not experienced something like this is an understatement - I did not even know this experience was possible. For reference, I test drove current generations M340i & Audi S4, and have sat passenger in the previous generation Porsche 911 and a Ferrari F430. I initially thought the steering was numb during my test drive - it no longer bothers me.
Acceleration is one thing, but I am equally amazed by Autopilot. I did not go with FSD and do not regret it a bit as in my opinion the extra features are either too early in their development or would only seldom be used. I most enjoy it in those brief situations like tying my shoes or reaching for something in my bag. Side note: it's pretty amazing that this is standard on even the base Standard Range version. The Performance is such an excessive car, honestly the SR or LR (if you need extra range and want the slightly better interior) are more than enough for most people. In no way would I look at the SR or LR as "lesser" vehicles.
I love the interior and integration of technology throughout. From the HomeLink automatically opening/closing the garage as I approach/leave it, the dash cam automatically starting recording when the driver honks, to the control and insights the app provides, you are continuously reminded that despite seeming simple at the surface, you are indeed driving a car like no other. Sound system is good. Others rave about it, but I recently spent time in a Volvo XC90 with a Bowers and Wilkins system and nothing has ever sounded the same since.
My biggest concern going in was overall ride quality/comfort. As someone who has spent significant time in a current generation Mercedes E-class and previous generation Lexus ES350, I can say this car is not as refined as those. Where the Mercedes excels at highway speeds, it is here where you realize the amount of wind noise the Tesla allows. Likewise, the Lexus handles city bumps and imperfections much better. That may be okay for most Performance buyers as that is what they are expecting given the larger wheels and lowered suspension, but just want to point this out. My previous car was a 2018 Honda Civic and this is about on par with it in terms of ride quality. For me these are all worthy trade-offs as I no longer have to hear the sound of an engine reving (seriously, try carving corners in this thing with no music - it is a very cool experience), but nevertheless there is room for improvement.
Some changes I would like to see: Air/magnetic suspension, more bolstered seats (the car corners so flat, but you would never know it as the seats don't hold you in place), ambient lighting, and cooled seats.
Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks.
It really is a great car.
First things first, acceleration: Yes, the car is ridiculously fast at all speeds. Instant torque and acceleration isn't limited to low speeds - you will be thrown into your seat when accelerating at highway speeds as well. What is even more amazing to me, though, is how this instant torque can be used to rotate through and out of corners. To say I have not experienced something like this is an understatement - I did not even know this experience was possible. For reference, I test drove current generations M340i & Audi S4, and have sat passenger in the previous generation Porsche 911 and a Ferrari F430. I initially thought the steering was numb during my test drive - it no longer bothers me.
Acceleration is one thing, but I am equally amazed by Autopilot. I did not go with FSD and do not regret it a bit as in my opinion the extra features are either too early in their development or would only seldom be used. I most enjoy it in those brief situations like tying my shoes or reaching for something in my bag. Side note: it's pretty amazing that this is standard on even the base Standard Range version. The Performance is such an excessive car, honestly the SR or LR (if you need extra range and want the slightly better interior) are more than enough for most people. In no way would I look at the SR or LR as "lesser" vehicles.
I love the interior and integration of technology throughout. From the HomeLink automatically opening/closing the garage as I approach/leave it, the dash cam automatically starting recording when the driver honks, to the control and insights the app provides, you are continuously reminded that despite seeming simple at the surface, you are indeed driving a car like no other. Sound system is good. Others rave about it, but I recently spent time in a Volvo XC90 with a Bowers and Wilkins system and nothing has ever sounded the same since.
My biggest concern going in was overall ride quality/comfort. As someone who has spent significant time in a current generation Mercedes E-class and previous generation Lexus ES350, I can say this car is not as refined as those. Where the Mercedes excels at highway speeds, it is here where you realize the amount of wind noise the Tesla allows. Likewise, the Lexus handles city bumps and imperfections much better. That may be okay for most Performance buyers as that is what they are expecting given the larger wheels and lowered suspension, but just want to point this out. My previous car was a 2018 Honda Civic and this is about on par with it in terms of ride quality. For me these are all worthy trade-offs as I no longer have to hear the sound of an engine reving (seriously, try carving corners in this thing with no music - it is a very cool experience), but nevertheless there is room for improvement.
Some changes I would like to see: Air/magnetic suspension, more bolstered seats (the car corners so flat, but you would never know it as the seats don't hold you in place), ambient lighting, and cooled seats.
Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks.
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Day 1 PPF/tint installed and paint corrected. My pickup is Saturday or Monday. Chrome badges being painted black. Can’t wait to bring it home!
nextelmatt
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Hi all, congratulations to all that have received their P's, and hoping those waiting get them soon.
I had planned to post some more pics today, but it rained. Raleigh Delivery yesterday 30-Mar. Ordered 11/3, canceled 1/4, re-ordered 1/23, delivered 3/30.
Seems really tight on panel gaps, windows are aligned and no issues. Compared to my VIN 321xx, this is nicely put together. The acceleration is phenomenal, and the ride is only a bit harsher than my old one with 19's. It is worth the wait.
I do miss FSD as you could lane change in autopilot mode with the signal stalk or Nav on AP. So that is on the list when I start road tripping again.
Mods: Red tire caps from my father; red mask in center console for shopping (so far)
I had planned to post some more pics today, but it rained. Raleigh Delivery yesterday 30-Mar. Ordered 11/3, canceled 1/4, re-ordered 1/23, delivered 3/30.
Seems really tight on panel gaps, windows are aligned and no issues. Compared to my VIN 321xx, this is nicely put together. The acceleration is phenomenal, and the ride is only a bit harsher than my old one with 19's. It is worth the wait.
I do miss FSD as you could lane change in autopilot mode with the signal stalk or Nav on AP. So that is on the list when I start road tripping again.
Mods: Red tire caps from my father; red mask in center console for shopping (so far)
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I had some issues with connectivity as well. Once I added a payment method to renew with in March 2022, it started working.
Took a ~220 mile trip to Treehouse Brewing yesterday with my wife. We stopped for lunch on the way up and got accustomed to the car as well as autopilot along the way. Great trip but was a bit surprised to leave at 100% and arrive back home at 9%. I suppose the 310 estimate is best case scenario and someone with a steadier pace than I.
Gave it a quick wash and dropped it off for Xpel PPF. Hope to have it for the weekend! No regrets, really enjoying the car.
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Callahan27
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My drivers door glass
My drivers door glass is not flush to the b pillar and all the other 3 doors are fine. I have wind noise from the area the glass isn’t flush. Have a SC appointment next week for this and few other minor things.
Just ran out to my garage and my driver's glass, b pillar and rear door glass are all not flush with one another too. Also the body lines don't perfectly match on the driver's door like everyone is mentioning.
Following this thread to see if anyone ever gets these issues fixed... otherwise I'll live with it.
Here is what my drivers side door B pillar fitment looks like. Not sure if it’s normal or not.
The body line at the door, weather stripping at of top door panel and drivers door glass all have offsets varies from 1/8”-3/16”.
Rear drivers door and B pillar also slightly offset.
All of the offsets are biggest at bottom of window, adjacent to B pillar.
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