Purchased 60kwh model s, received 40kwh!!! Upgrade help???

[HankLloydRight]

I see no logical reason for Tesla Motors to unlock 40's in the future "just because".

If I were a 40 owner who ponied up $10k for the unlock, only to have all 40s unlocked sometime down the road, I'd be MIGHTY pissed off -- to the tune of $10k I'd demand back from Tesla (maybe less a minor pro-rated fee for use during the interim period).

 

[aaron0k]

I see no logical reason for Tesla Motors to unlock 40's in the future "just because".

If I were a 40 owner who ponied up $10k for the unlock, only to have all 40s unlocked sometime down the road, I'd be MIGHTY pissed off -- to the tune of $10k I'd demand back from Tesla (maybe less a minor pro-rated fee for use during the interim period).

I've yet to find or hear of any 40 owners who have 'upgraded' to a 60. I have >50k miles on my 40... Tesla won't pro-rate and at $11k; the math doesn't make sense.

Though I expect if they offered SuperCharging ($2500) without having to upgrade (e.g.), many 40 owners would opt for it

 

[drsaab]

Return the car. The original dealer will relist for less money as a 40. They can not re list as a 60 from Manheim.

A new 70 is a way better deal vs this 40.

 

[wk057]

I'm a little confused on this story. It should have been immediately obvious that the car was a 40 and not a 60 from more than one sign.

Badge. Dash. 17" screen info. Miles of range. VIN. Etc.

 

[drsaab]

For 2013 Manheim only differentiated performance and non performance.

Seller would have to list all the details and buyer was not careful to look up details not listed.

This happens when ppl are buying things they don't know about and not many ppl. Know about tesla or even that a 40 model existed.

 

[Max*]

I find that misleading. i.e. you don't take into account 10k of of gas saving compared to buying another EV car.

Federal and state tax incentives, not gas savings.

 

[TexasEV]

For 2013 Manheim only differentiated performance and non performance.

Seller would have to list all the details and buyer was not careful to look up details not listed.

This happens when ppl are buying things they don't know about and not many ppl. Know about tesla or even that a 40 model existed.

The battery size is hardly a "detail". Sounds like the OP didn't have a clue about what he was buying. Take some time, learn about the car and various choices, visit the gallery at NorthPark, then decide among the CPOs and a new 70.

 

[BoerumHill]

The battery size is hardly a "detail". Sounds like the OP didn't have a clue about what he was buying. Take some time, learn about the car and various choices, visit the gallery at NorthPark, then decide among the CPOs and a new 70.

Good advice. Just a point of information - the OP did not purchase vehicle. Client/friend who is a dealer purchased on his behalf.

The 'deadline' passed 4-1/2 hours ago. Sad story, hope it had a good outcome.

 

[P85_DA]

Return Return Return

 

[Fezzik]

I'd return it. Low miles doesnt really matter much if you get a CPO from Tesla. This is not an engine that has the same wear on it.

 

[sorka]

I find that misleading. i.e. you don't take into account 10k of of gas saving compared to buying another EV car.

I probably should have been more specific.

In CA $70000 - $7500(fed) - $2500(state) + $1200(destination) = $61200
In CO $70000 - $7500 - $6000 + $1200 = $57700

New car, more range, more features. Not even a close call.

 

[Turbojim]

The vehicle should have been sold with some kind of condition report. If the vehicle did not match the condition report, there is an arbitration process that can be pursued; unless the vehicle was sold under a 'redlight' condition. This also assumes that you or the dealer inspected the vehicle after taking delivery. I *think* Manheim/OVE gives you two days to make sure the vehicle matches the condition report.

 

[mknox]

I've yet to find or hear of any 40 owners who have 'upgraded' to a 60. I have >50k miles on my 40... Tesla won't pro-rate and at $11k; the math doesn't make sense.

Someone in my home town did. I think he really wanted Supercharging, so had to do the 40 -> 60 upgrade, then add Supercharging.