RUMOR! Stretch Models S coming

[Lump]

Longer Wheelbase Tesla Model S Coming Later This Year

http://gas2.org/2014/06/10/longer-wheelbase-tesla-model-s-coming-later-year/
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[AnOutsider]

Something similar was mentioned for China. If it's easy to do, I say go for it

 

[Solarguy]

Seems like a logical step to take.

 

[dsm363]

That might solve rear headroom issue too if you can move rear seats slightly forward while still increasing rear legroom.

 

[Lump]

While it goes against Elons ultimate goal they should offer it with a 500 mile battery.

 

[delanman]

The China market may be the decision tipping point for improving the interior including the seats.

 

[AmpedRealtor]

It's funny that China should be the catalyst for improving the quality of anything...

 

[richkae]

I wouldn't characterize it as an improvement of quality - just quantity.
I'm not a town car company. I wouldn't have bought the stretch version.

When Tesla offers a car that isn't as monstrous, I will consider switching.

 

[WeazL]

My vehicle is used as a livery sedan and I would love to see a stretched version as described in the above article. It would also be nice if they hinged the door to open a full 90 degrees like the Lincoln L series sedan did.

 

[ecarfan]

I am dubious that a stretched S is something that Tesla would devote resources to produce at this point or even within the next 12 months. As Elon continually says "demand is not a problem". There is some significant design and tooling work necessary to produce a longer S. And would new crash testing be necessary? (Maybe not for the Chinese market)

I think this is just a rumor or someone wanted to write a story just to attract attention and clicks. Don't believe everything you read on the interweb...

 

[yobigd20]

I seriously doubt this. It was probably a whisper down the lane effect and the story kept getting changed. There is a guy who bought a wrecked Model S and restored it to working condition and is in the process of converting over to a stretch limo. he calls it the "Stretchla" LOL. his blog documenting his progress is here, photos and everything. Stretchla Blog | Stretched Vanagon Westfalia shell on a Tesla platform An Introduction | Stretchla Blog

 

[Cattledog]

If they go this route, it's likely that it's the new platform for the Model X.