Model S subsite and design studio being updated

[dsm363]

A standard change has always been 90% (pretty sure about that). The confusion may be from the Roadster which did things slightly differently.

 

[bhuwan]

Something changed on the site. I ordered online (via Tesla store Natick) and was able to make a change the next day using the "Edit Design" button (added paint armor). After that, the button changed to "View Design" and no changes were possilble (online anyways).

The main status label has always said: "We will release your order to the factory on April 19, 2013"

Today, the button changed to a "Design" allowing me to make changes. Under the design studio, there's a button labeled "Done" and under that it says: "The Tesla Factory is ready to build your Model S".

I'm guessing this is the famous button that allows us to skip the 2 week waiting period.

 

[AnOutsider]

Not exactly the subsite, but the UMC and some adapters have been added as a package: Shop Tesla Gear MODEL S MOBILE CONNECTOR BUNDLE

$750

 

[iridium]

Not exactly the subsite, but the UMC and some adapters have been added as a package: Shop Tesla Gear MODEL S MOBILE CONNECTOR BUNDLE

$750

Ok dumb question.. what is the difference between the umc and the charging cable that came with the car?

 

[AnOutsider]

Same thing. Universal mobile connector

 

[Doug_G]

Universal Mobile Connector is the Roadster term for the device. I think for Model S they've shorted it to "Mobile Connector". UMC -> MC.

 

[pete8314]

Not exactly the subsite, but the UMC and some adapters have been added as a package: Shop Tesla Gear MODEL S MOBILE CONNECTOR BUNDLE

$750

Aaaaand, it's gone again. I sure would like a spare to keep in the car.

 

[hfmalom]

Model S Mobile Connector is back on Tesla Gear

Aaaaand, it's gone again. I sure would like a spare to keep in the car.

The Mobile Connector is back and it is "only" $650 now.

 

[Lyon]

Aaaaand, it's gone again. I sure would like a spare to keep in the car.

I've got a spare. My thinking is that if my UMC craps out or gets stolen my car is a really expensive decorative item until I can get another one.

 

[jerry33]

I've got a spare. My thinking is that if my UMC craps out or gets stolen my car is a really expensive decorative item until I can get another one.

Well, it also means that you don't have to unplug it from the wall when going on trips. But really the spare in case of failure is the important reason.

 

[ckessel]

I've got a spare. My thinking is that if my UMC craps out or gets stolen my car is a really expensive decorative item until I can get another one.

True, but it's just one of a series of single point of failure. The UMC could fail. The charge port itself could have a problem. The onboard charger could fail. $650 seems like a lot to pay for insurance for only 1 of multiple points of possible failure. I'm not knowledgeable enough to know whether the UMC is the likely point of failure or not.

 

[AnOutsider]

 

[gg_got_a_tesla]

Wow, "Range improvement of 8 to 12 miles" is a pleasant surprise with the Performance Plus package!

 

[jcadman22]

I've got a spare. My thinking is that if my UMC craps out or gets stolen my car is a really expensive decorative item until I can get another one.

General question, if the UMC failed within the warranty period, or the car is under service agreement - wouldn't Tesla replace it?

 

[gg_got_a_tesla]

General question, if the UMC failed within the warranty period, or the car is under service agreement - wouldn't Tesla replace it?

I'd think so. It's "part" of the car.

 

[Kalllagtunet]

Wow, "Range improvement of 8 to 12 miles" is a pleasant surprise with the Performance Plus package!

The not so pleasant surprise is that the 21" wheels are NOT LONGER INCLUDED... so cost is now 3500 + 6500 = 10k.... I do not think the range improvement compensate for that...

 

[AnOutsider]

The not so pleasant surprise is that the 21" wheels are NOT LONGER INCLUDED... so cost is now 3500 + 6500 = 10k.... I do not think the range improvement compensate for that...

Are you sure? I was pretty sure part of the price was the inclusion of the 3k wheel package?

 

[Kalllagtunet]

Are you sure? I was pretty sure part of the price was the inclusion of the 3k wheel package?

It's confirmed by the man himself, search the forum an you will find.

 

[CyberDutchie]

Well, it also means that you don't have to unplug it from the wall when going on trips. But really the spare in case of failure is the important reason.

I don't see enough reason to buy a spare cable. I leave the UMC that came with the car at home plugged in the wall and keep the J1772 adaptor in the glove box for use at CargePoint stations.

 

[jerry33]

I don't see enough reason to buy a spare cable. I leave the UMC that came with the car at home plugged in the wall and keep the J1772 adaptor in the glove box for use at CargePoint stations.

My assumption is that you'll want to charge at the quicker RV parks' 50 amp chargers (up to 31 mph) rather than at the slow ChargePoint stations (up to 15 mph).