Model 3 Performance Waiting Room

[Remesar]

Well guys I picked up my new model 3 today! Unfortunately it has 2 paint defects that need to be fixed on the rear rocker panels. The one on the passengers side is quite noticeable. Looks like a drip of paint and sticks out a good chunk. Tesla gave me the option to leave it or have them repaint it. Not thrilled I have to deal with this but looks like I will be taking it on on Monday to have them fix it. Rest of the car looks great! No other issues that I can see right now. It's also raining and the car got super dirty already so hard to really see more. But all gaps looks great and the interior looks great as well.

I would not get hung up on those defects, I doubt they are noticable from a 6ft view. You can probably wetsand it down to make it less noticable. or throw some PPF over it to mask it. You can probably mitigate it with a good polishing compound as well.

I bet that damage will occur over time from just driving anyways based on how close to the wheel well it is.

 

[Gulfcoaster]

I was thinking about that but I went and ahead and used my nail and it basically broke off and is now showing white down what should be paint so it needs to be redone unfortunately.

Ohhh jeez, so sorry

 

[Gulfcoaster]

I would not get hung up on those defects, I doubt they are noticable from a 6ft view. You can probably wetsand it down to make it less noticable. or throw some PPF over it to mask it. You can probably mitigate it with a good polishing compound as well.

I bet that damage will occur over time from just driving anyways based on how close to the wheel well it is.

Actually….valid points. Wet sand it flush, slight dab of touch up paint and PPF. Much better than repainting the entire rocker panel.

 

[Remesar]

Actually….valid points. Wet sand it flush, slight dab of touch up paint and PPF. Much better than repainting the entire rocker panel.

If you really want to mask it, I bet some good ole tesla mudflaps will cover that right up.

 

[Not an M]

No VIN and you ordered 4/9?? Bizarre. You might need to press someone on this because that's ridiculous and could be an oversight. What were the specs of your car? I'm in Atlanta, too, so perhaps it's a Georgia issue?

White on Black without FSD. Nothing weird. I've been bugging my SA, but I honestly don't know who else to talk to. I can't lie, its been pretty annoying seeing people who order over a month after me getting their cars and I'm just sitting here ...

 

[Not an M]

Ordered on 5/12, white on white no FSD. Told today that my car is expected off the assembly line on 6/12 and a VIN will be assigned at some point after. Things are looking like the end of the month for me - if I don't change my mind.

Well that's good to hear! I really hope mine will be in that batch!

 

[indigo6]

Went and dropped off the check from my bank today. Car was in the lot and the delivery team let me do a “preinspection” Everything looked great, consistent gaps, paint was perfect, interior was good but many things were still covered.

The car was in transport mode with one “alert” didn’t want to mess with it so I’m not sure what that was about.

One thing I noticed was that the QR code sticker that had the VIN said “new process” on it, not sure what that means. Overall I’m happy to be picking it up tomorrow!

 

[bman325i]

Got my VIN this morning! Pick-up scheduled for Monday!
Ordered 4/22, Black/Black/no FSD
I thought I was picking up from Del Amo (Torrance) but it's actually Buena Park... close enough.

Omg lucky. I got my through Torrance Del amo mall too but picking up at Buena Park. Well they told me it would be delivered to me.

 

[Red Leader NH]

Delivery experience was better than expected. Minor gap that was resolved in the few minutes. The drive home I was so excited I forgot all the controls I’ve been learning on YouTube videos for months. Had to stop at a rest area to refresh my memory how to use cruise and auto. Turns out I needed to turn these features on before being able to use.
I was doing some spirited driving from the dealer to my closest supercharger which was a 200 mile drive. Left Tesla with 300 miles of range and got to the charger with 32 miles left.
There was a nice couple that picked up their LR at the same time in NJ and we met at the charger in VT. They had 100 miles of range left but they caught a rock and cracked the windshield right over the VIN plate. I felt so bad for them I was heartbroken.
Couple things I noticed about Autopilot was if there’s any markings or light lines from roadwork it starts playing pong with the lines… also the 75 mph limit is no joke. I was trying to pass and gave it some juice in autopilot and when the speed went above 75 all sorts of alarms went off and disengaged autopilot. Alarm on the screen said it was disable for the remainder of the trip. I pulled over at another rest area and it worked fine when I got back on the road.
Hope everyone gets their Tesla soon!

 

[Doge-1]

Went and dropped off the check from my bank today. Car was in the lot and the delivery team let me do a “preinspection” Everything looked great, consistent gaps, paint was perfect, interior was good but many things were still covered.

The car was in transport mode with one “alert” didn’t want to mess with it so I’m not sure what that was about.

One thing I noticed was that the QR code sticker that had the VIN said “new process” on it, not sure what that means. Overall I’m happy to be picking it up tomorrow!

Looks REALLY good! Grats and such

 

[jpchi02]

Originally ordered 4/9 - VIN 5/29 - Took delivery today!!!! A few very minor things I noted (back seat usb-c’s don’t seem to work) and some slight panel alignment issues, but everything else is solid and she’s sooooo fun to drive. Have patience, you’ll all be ripping yours soon!

 

[pip86]

Well folks, tomorrow (6/11) is the big day! I’m scheduled for contactless Home delivery, and don’t need to be home or available at all. That being said, the delivery window is 9:30a - 6p. Tomorrow is going to be a LONG day of waiting. Kind of perfect timing, as tomorrow is also my last day of WFH!

I worked with my SUPER communicative SA to ensure that all documents, monies, and signatures are done. I hope she’s still around when I’m ready to buy a second Tesla!

I plan to spend some time tonight looking at some of the delivery checklists that others have used.

 

[Syphher]

If you really want to mask it, I bet some good ole tesla mudflaps will cover that right up.

It's on the front part so no mudflap would cover this unfortunately

 

[Butter2000]

This AM my window went from june 23-30 to showing a vin and got a text to schedule delivery. Getting it 6-18 (Philadelphia, PA pickup) so excited! Order was on 5-23

 

[Wood1030]

Omg lucky. I got my through Torrance Del amo mall too but picking up at Buena Park. Well they told me it would be delivered to me.

Same here. Initial order @ Del Amo, was told I’d p/u @ MDR, but when I talked to a service/delivery center, she said they’ll probably deliver to my home, even though when I initially requested home delivery, the web portal said it wasn’t available.
That is, whenever I get a VIN and delivery date...pfft

 

[Wood1030]

Originally ordered 4/9 - VIN 5/29 - Took delivery today!!!! A few very minor things I noted (back seat usb-c’s don’t seem to work) and some slight panel alignment issues, but everything else is solid and she’s sooooo fun to drive. Have patience, you’ll all be ripping yours soon!

Team MSM! That’s my exact build!

 

[Tezknight]

I have a question do you see your referral code once you have a vin number or something?

 

[Wood1030]

I have a question do you see your referral code once you have a vin number or something?

Guys, correct me if I'm wrong but, I believe you see it on your Tesla phone app Loot Box, once you're connected to your car. I don't have mine yet, so I can't verify. I would imagine you'd be able to see it on your Tesla account as well, but again, probably after you have your car.

 

[Spinytail859]

I have a question do you see your referral code once you have a vin number or something?

I had a referral code in my Tesla app as soon as I reserved. It was in my loot box. The loot box has been gone for a while now though. Not sure why that is.

 

[Ahousley10]

Received my VIN yesterday but still no ability to schedule delivery, finish payment, or any text. Any similar experiences? Any insight?