I don't understand this logic. We do all read these pros and cons. However, I also read from tons of people (like you) who state that they have had no issues with the car so far. I was convinced by the MAJORITY of this forum that the 2023 models were way higher build quality than prior years and there were pretty much no issues. It was not the case for me, after already three service attempts of fixing panel gaps and misalignments, with my bright trim separating from the FWD and almost falling off into the highway after I picked up the car November 2023. The panel gaps are STILL there, and the glass is somewhat protruding from the sides. Sure there's no noise, but all of this just makes me annoyed at the build quality.
Honestly, I was hoping to be in your shoes, but obviously, I'm not. Buying a Tesla SHOULDN'T be the luck of the draw, especially on an $80k vehicle. Keep in mind...it's $80k, which is about 70% higher than the average vehicle's cost in the USA.
If nobody bitches about it, then Tesla won't ever change its behavior or tactics. They'll continue to pass off its current behavior as acceptable as long as they have customers like you.
If people are saying that 2023 Model X's have higher build quality than prior years, then I would hate to be the owner of any Model X prior to 2023.
Our new X smokes the 2012 Model S I bought back in the day. It costs half as much, and is loaded to the gills with tech. I find it strange that people are comparing a 670HP, luxury SUV that gets 100 MPGe, that has a free charging network (we transferred FUSC), automatic doors, matrix headlights, autopilot, performance, 5
star safety ratings - how many cars allow people to way walk away in a head-on collision without any major issues? , a media interface that allows to have access to the global media on Spotify, TIDAL, Podcasts, Youtube, Netflix etc. to an average car!!!!
I see those average cars everyday in our Tesla rear view mirror at every light, including some that profess to be performance (LOL) and they can't keep up with our "Plebeian" tax edition X that costs $72,490 after point of sale rebate.
I am on my 4th Tesla with a 5th on order and have travelled well over 500K all over North America without ever having range issues. I will most likely never buy another ICE again, nor will any of our kids; daughter 25 - drives a used 3 after she dumped her POS PHEV (Ford Fusion Hybrid) son 22 saving to buy a 3 also, they have zero interest in the dealership experience - especially with FORD.
Here is what I do know, perspective is gained by doing and experiencing, I learned to pre-condition, slow down, stop driving 90 MPH you get there later in a Tesla, if you drive like a JA , draft semi's to almost double my range, max charge before I leave, plan stops at lunch and dinner, enjoy my stops with my family and not measure my success by completing a drive in X hours. I measure my drives on what it costs me, which is zero... I have been from DC to North Bay Canada in the North, as far south as Key West and as far west as Draper Utah.... no issues ever.... and the best is auto pilot, I don't arrive feeling like I am worn out.
Here are the average costs of a
mid-sized luxury SUV/Crossover : $69,705 in 2023: Source:
Average Price of a New Car in 2024
So I paid $3K more than "average" for the quickest, safest, most advanced car with a nationwide charging network. I'm ok with that cause I make it back my first year of ownership in gas costs (work pays .69 per mile and gives me access to free charging too)....and I don't have to set foot in a stealership.