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Model X on video in Tesla stores
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Merrill
Merrill
What did it look like, the old prototypes or the mules that we have seen lately, maybe I will go to the showroom near me and see if it is there.
You're all killing me. I saw the thread finally had an attachment so thought someone had finally uploaded a copy of the video in question and this is what I end up seeing instead? I feel like this every time I see an update to the Greenville, SC supercharger thread.
I'm mostly siding with Paul Carter. I agree that they won't have Model-X during the founder series cars, but shortly after the Signature Series start rolling, I think they will have demo vehicles. Tesla has often said that the Model-X is mostly geared towards women, and its been my experience (forgive me for generalizing) that most women would not finalize a purchase without seeing the Model-X.
I'll donate to Paul's wager via PayPal (appropriate considering Elon's past connection with it).
I'll donate to Paul's wager via PayPal (appropriate considering Elon's past connection with it).
bonnie
I play a nice person on twitter.
Forgive ME for generalizing
, but it's been my experience on this forum that most men would not finalize a purchase without seeing the X first.But I still believe that the early Sigs will not get even a test drive before finalizing, the majority of the Sigs will get a test drive event, and cars will hit the stores for display in early 2016. Men and their wishiwashiness be damned.
CmdrThor
Active Member
I think you are taking Elon's comments about women and the Model X out of context. Elon admitted that the Model S was rather masculine in its design. He mentioned that they considered women much more in designing the Model X. Does this mean the Model X is "geared towards women"? No it means it is geared towards everyone.
And I agree with Bonnie, I think most people in general would not finalize a purchase without seeing the X first. The exception is the people who plopped down 40 grand three years ago. If they haven't cancelled yet .. pretty much aren't going to cancel now ...
Yea so that's the bet.Forgive ME for generalizing
But I still believe that the early Sigs will not get even a test drive before finalizing, the majority of the Sigs will get a test drive event, and cars will hit the stores for display in early 2016. Men and their wishiwashiness be damned.
Model X Sig holders will test drive it before confirming (or at least have the option).
Merrill
Merrill
I have a hard time understanding why Tesla would make any Sig holder buy the car without seeing it or driving it.
NigelM
Recovering Member
O-G
Member
But I still believe that the early Sigs will not get even a test drive before finalizing, the majority of the Sigs will get a test drive event, and cars will hit the stores for display in early 2016. Men and their wishiwashiness be damned.
Could you please define "early". I feel like I'm on the line of "early" Sigs or "other" Sigs.
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bonnie
I play a nice person on twitter.
Just a guess - but my assumption is definitely less than the first 100, probably less than the first 50. I'm sure you'll be able to test drive.
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They don't 'make anyone buy it', there is always the option to defer. I have no reason to do so.
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They don't 'make anyone buy it', there is always the option to defer. I have no reason to do so.
Forgive ME for generalizing
But I still believe that the early Sigs will not get even a test drive before finalizing, the majority of the Sigs will get a test drive event, and cars will hit the stores for display in early 2016. Men and their wishiwashiness be damned.
And this is why we need more members like Bonnie on this forum!
But am I missing something? It is beginning to sound like we are all beginning to agree on the same thing. :smile:
Maybe the disagreement is actually with the dates that the Signature Models will be released, but it sounds like everybody agrees that most Signature holders will have the option to see/test-drive a Model-X before finalizing.
Being a male Model-X reservation holder, I agree with you CmdrThor. However, Tesla went to great lengths to "include" women in the Model-X. They had quotes during the reveal and on the website like "...carry 7 passengers and all her luggage...". Also, the website only had a single image of a person and it was a female using the falcon doors. Maybe its Tesla's hope that if they over-emphasize the female perspective, they can be more inclusive and friendly towards women in general.
Anyway, I don't mean to further generalize some more, but a lot of men also would need to see/test-drive the Model-X before finalizing, but percentage-wise, more men than women feel comfortable buying a vehicle on specs alone and sight unseen. While I've seen a lot of F150s on the road and in show-rooms, I bought my F150 based on specs over the phone. When I picked it up, I was a wee bit shocked how big it looked due to my decisions (e.g. extended bed, off-road suspension, bigger wheels, etc.).
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My local store in Boca Raton says Model X should arrive in October.Forgive ME for generalizing
But I still believe that the early Sigs will not get even a test drive before finalizing, the majority of the Sigs will get a test drive event, and cars will hit the stores for display in early 2016. Men and their wishiwashiness be damned.
I asked when can I see Model X in store and that was what answered. The conversation happened about 3 weeks ago.
So...
A little while ago I stated...
And after a little fun banter with some fellow members, Nigel and Bonnie, wagers with prizes were placed...
Now that the first few deliveries have been made and no X's in store to try out, I would like to congratulate you both on a bet well earned.
Congrats to you both!
Cheers,
Paul
A little while ago I stated...
And after a little fun banter with some fellow members, Nigel and Bonnie, wagers with prizes were placed...
Now that the first few deliveries have been made and no X's in store to try out, I would like to congratulate you both on a bet well earned.
Congrats to you both!
Cheers,
Paul
bonnie
I play a nice person on twitter.
You're so classy, Paul.
And now I realize (thanks to you!) that I have a bet somewhere to make good upon. ... off to search for the terms. Something about my signature and JST, I believe.
And now I realize (thanks to you!) that I have a bet somewhere to make good upon. ... off to search for the terms. Something about my signature and JST, I believe.
