Model 3 RC sightings

[Foxhound199]

I feel stupid asking this, but haven't seen it anywhere else. Can we tell from the pics if these are full leather seats or some kind of synthetic material?

 

[dragonxt]

I feel stupid asking this, but haven't seen it anywhere else. Can we tell from the pics if these are full leather seats or some kind of synthetic material?

Also can we tell if that headliner is alcantara?

Its clear the armrest/door is alcantara, but what about the headliner?

 

[tomas]

Hmm - was in need of a new wallet and picked up one in Dillard's a week or two ago during a sale. The one I picked up has an integrated RF Shield - that might make it less practical.

That settles it. You cannot buy 3 because it won't work with your discounted Dillard's wallet.

 

[tomas]

Interesting.... its the opposite for me, I can't really remember the last time I pulled out my keys and used the buttons on there to open the trunk/door... my car can just sense the key in my pocket

Exactly

 

[Boourns]

Since we are all just speculating, could the keycard be a special keycard to get into the Model 3 area of the Tesla property? And not the car's key.

 

[Dynastar]

Exactly

I find that my S doesn't always detect the key when I walk up from behind and hit the trunk latch, even with a fresh fob battery.

 

[Topher]

First Model 3 with front license plate bracket spotted.

The blinker looks much larger than the previous one shown. Very nice.

Thank you kindly.

 

[Zaphod]

I feel stupid asking this, but haven't seen it anywhere else. Can we tell from the pics if these are full leather seats or some kind of synthetic material?

I think it is leather, but not entirely sure. Does seem kind of synthetic looking though.

 

[TEG]

If it does turn out the "key" is a card, would it be a passive transponder like a bridge/road toll tag? If so, it would have the advantages of not having a battery that will run down and being much more compact than a mini-car key fob. And you won't have to worry about accidentally depressing a button if your jeans are too tight.

I like the idea of a card as a key. And those advantages you mentioned seem like good ones.
But I wonder how close it needs to be to the car... If it was in your wallet would you have to hold it up against the door for it to notice your key?
The battery powered proximity keys I have now don't require you to take it out of your pocket.

 

[MountainRatMat]

Damn, if that's the case, I may have to break down and buy a smartphone after all. I have been able to resist getting one (a phone is for making/receiving phone calls) for years.

You have to be one of the few people in the market for a Tesla that doesn't have a smart phone. If the credit card in the cup holder is the key you can hold out but with the added functionality of the app I would think it would be recommended to have a smart phone to unlock all the features of a Tesla.

 

[youyouxue]

Hey guys, I was the one who took the photos, feel free to ask any questions not already answered - I definitely got a good look at the car!

 

[MountainRatMat]

Hey guys, I was the one who took the photos, feel free to ask any questions not already answered - I definitely got a good look at the car!

Where is the button for the hazard lights? I heard a rumor it was between the sun shades but don't see it there.

Was the Model 3 the 2nd car on a paired supercharger?

 

[TEG]

The blinker looks much larger than the previous one shown. Very nice.
Thank you kindly.

???

Maybe you were seeing the blinker on the Model S at the rear of the pack? It was 2 model 3 in front, and one Model S at the back.

 

[22522]

Hey guys, I was the one who took the photos, feel free to ask any questions not already answered - I definitely got a good look at the car!

Thank you for the offer.

Did the driver appear to be enjoying the experience?

 

[Foxhound199]

Hey guys, I was the one who took the photos, feel free to ask any questions not already answered - I definitely got a good look at the car!

Could you tell if the seats were leather or synthetic?

 

[22522]

Hey guys, I was the one who took the photos, feel free to ask any questions not already answered - I definitely got a good look at the car!

Which color would you purchase?

 

[hmmm]

The commentary on the video is priceless.

I give them credit for their restraint. I would have uttered a few choice (four-letter) words if I had been in their situation.

what's with the blinking brake lights? any idea?

 

[206er]

Hey guys, I was the one who took the photos, feel free to ask any questions not already answered - I definitely got a good look at the car!

how large or small did the back seat appear to be, and what cars would you compare the back seat to?

 

[S'toon]

Hey guys, I was the one who took the photos, feel free to ask any questions not already answered - I definitely got a good look at the car!

Actually, I have one. I wasn't able to make out the markings on the tire other than the Michelin Green. What size were they? There has been speculation about the size of 18" tires.

 

[hmmm]

Hey guys, I was the one who took the photos, feel free to ask any questions not already answered - I definitely got a good look at the car!

OK, I will ask: do you work for Tesla's PR team?