Wiki Model S Delivery Update

[Robertyu]

Yes it happened today and I'm the second person to pass on this car. Not sure why the first person did.

Not sure if the one I am getting is the same one or not. It had cream interior and 19” Tempest wheels. Either way, I’m joined with the VIN now, and intend to pick it up as soon as they’ll let me, tomorrow if possible.

 

[MarcG]

@MarcG Here ya go.

@MarcG

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Thanks, looks good! Is that before or after an application of Old English?

 

[MarcG]

Just curious.... has anyone confirmed (for certain, not opinion or speculation) that the CF trim is "Real" CF layup, and not plastic that looks like CF? Real CF is expensive, and yet Tesla doesn't charge more for this CF.... This leaves me to believe it, and perhaps the spoiler, are plastic looking/masquerading as CF... The wood, is real wood, so there's that.

Pretty sure it's real CF. Wood isn't cheap, either.. if you take the impact of carbon emissions (or lack of carbon storage) into account, wood might be even more expensive than CF.

 

[ICUdoc30]

Just curious.... has anyone confirmed (for certain, not opinion or speculation) that the CF trim is "Real" CF layup, and not plastic that looks like CF? Real CF is expensive, and yet Tesla doesn't charge more for this CF.... This leaves me to believe it, and perhaps the spoiler, are plastic looking/masquerading as CF... The wood, is real wood, so there's that.

The margins on prior CF 100P and current plaids certainly can absorb the cost of carbon fiber trim when compare to LR variant. I’ve heard and read (TSLA long) these vehicles are cheaper to make but they’re still pushing 150k in price.

 

[EndlessPlaid]

Just curious.... has anyone confirmed (for certain, not opinion or speculation) that the CF trim is "Real" CF layup, and not plastic that looks like CF? Real CF is expensive, and yet Tesla doesn't charge more for this CF.... This leaves me to believe it, and perhaps the spoiler, are plastic looking/masquerading as CF... The wood, is real wood, so there's that.

That is absolutely real carbon fiber! It's just the lesser known matte, or "dry carbon", with a satin coating form. The lacquer glossy type is much more common, and that's why the satin can look like plastic at times. It is important to remember that carbon used to be standard, and worked into the Plaid's cost, before wood became an option. I've seen it IRL, and that weave cannot be replicated in 3D printing. It has this multi fiber depth to it that's just captivating IMHO. You can actually see it bend upwards under the wireless phone chargers in @MarcG's pictures. Additionally, the Plaid uses either the exact same or a very close form to the M3 spoiler, and if you take that one off, you can see the weave underneath the spoiler.

 

[omarsultan]

They are from two different manufacturers. From what I've read so far Pirelli has made similar tire for Lucid which has low roll resistance. I suspect this has something to do with how the tire feels, the compound is not as soft. Softer tires tend to resist roll more, harder tires have lower resistance. possible the harder tires (pirelli) in our case could be why it feels more harsh than the 21". I'll try and drive them back to back to see again tomorrow. But so far I'm not liking the 19" pirelli's. The Michelin on the 21" feel much better from initial driving impressions.

This - the Michelin Primacy tires that came on the 19" rims that came with my last S (wheels I am selling, BTW ) had a UTQG of 500 and, while they were great for range, kinda sucked for road noise and ride quality. Moving to 21-in turbine with some nice squishy summer tires was a relief.

 

[planetary]

Cabin is very quiet. Doors shut with the satisfying thud like a european car even with frameless glass. Amazing.

Whoa, whoa, whoa. Do other owners share this impression? Is the door-closing noise really improved?

(It's the little things that matter.)

 

[Venom]

Have had my VIN for a few weeks now and my delivery date just vanished. Car is still sitting in Fremont and no one knows why or when it will get on the train

 

[EndlessPlaid]

Have had my VIN for a few weeks now and my delivery date just vanished. Car is still sitting in Fremont and no one knows why or when it will get on the train

Stay strong my brother!

 

[Ormond]

I settled on a white plaid 19 FSD black interior. The white on black (Michael Jackson!) looks stunning and will be even better after tinting all around. Picking up tomorrow. 4392 vin

We’ll need photos, ASAP.

 

[sdorn]

Have had my VIN for a few weeks now and my delivery date just vanished. Car is still sitting in Fremont and no one knows why or when it will get on the train

You guys that are liking this post are cold-hearted!!

 

[Venom]

Stay strong my brother!

Losing hope, tempted to just get a Roadster instead if I’m going to be waiting a few more months.

 

[MarcG]

Have had my VIN for a few weeks now and my delivery date just vanished. Car is still sitting in Fremont and no one knows why or when it will get on the train

I swear it wasn't me!

 

[EndlessPlaid]

Losing hope, tempted to just get a Roadster instead if I’m going to be waiting a few more months.

Well what are you after in a car? @TorqueMonster had the same dilemma. He ended up going with the Roadster.

 

[eddiemoy]

Whoa, whoa, whoa. Do other owners share this impression? Is the door-closing noise really improved?

(It's the little things that matter.)

Yes, no more clang. Just a satisfying thud like the European cars.

 

[EndlessPlaid]

Yes, no more clang. Just a satisfying thud like the European cars.

That was my first impression too when I sat in a Plaid. Really satisfying thunk now, versus the kinda clatter of the old one.

 

[GrnSqrl]

So, guys. More intrigue on the 19” summer vs. AS. I took liberty to use the info provided by @Drew-MS. Got the attached text from post delivery contact at Devon. Apparently there may be summer 19” for Plaid and AS for LR. That’s what this Tesla rep told me on the phone. He thinks mine (and perhaps others?) got shipped with the wrong tires. He’s going to follow up with me tomorrow. Just dropped my car off for tint/PPF/ceramic and powder coat of wheels. Needless to say this issue could hold me up.

 

[GrnSqrl]

So is it a sure thing now that if you take delivery anytime soon you'll be missing the trunk cover? What is going to be the procedure for that? They will call us to pick it up once it comes back in stock?

For me they said they’d ship directly to my house.

 

[IamGaryGnu]

@MarcG Here ya go.

@MarcG

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Your cup holder 3D printed part looks great, can you share or point me towards the stl? Many thanks!

 

[sandman1330]

@sandman1330 Sorry this took so long - finally got a chance to get pictures and post them. I hope you didn't give up, while I was taking so long! My kiddo is an aspiring automotive photographer, and wanted to get "good" pictures...

By the way, that right front corner, the hood right over the headlight, is the worst panel gap I had. (It looks better in person, without the shadows!) I can live with that...View attachment 701808View attachment 701809View attachment 701810View attachment 701811View attachment 701812

OK that will keep me going for awhile longer… absolutely gorgeous! Thanks for those. And tell your kiddo he has a future as a photographer, great shots!