Salvage Model 3 and inability to receive support from Tesla for repair parts

[GregMunch]

I just purchased a Model 3 with light front damage from Geico Insurance. I am in the salvage business, so this is not new to me. However, what is new to me is the inability to receive support from Tesla for repair parts. This vehicle doesn't have any frame or structural damage. I do need front fenders, headlights, and bumper cover. This car didn't come with any FOB, or key cards either. Where do I turn from here? Can anyone help me obtain these things? Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.

 

[derekmw]

Yes, Tesla doesn't like to give you parts, let alone on a salvage car. You probably need to contact Rich Rebuilds...or find another Model 3 with rear damage but good front end.

 

[duanra]

You can activate it with an app, providing you are given the info to connect to the car. Contact Tesla for that. You should be able to buy key cards from them.

 

[ngogas]

That is brave of you, specially for tesla.

 

[glide]

They are required to sell you parts in MA. Try one of those locations.

 

[vjason]

Doing it early on yes as there are limited salvage vehicles, people are able to this with S’s more easily because salvage parts are more readily available.

Had a guy in a class of mine who bought 2 salvage S’s and then formed a LLC in MA so he could buy the Tesla service software. After parting out what he doesn’t need he’ll have a working S with ludicrous for very little cash. Had a blast asking him about the process.

That is brave of you, specially for tesla.

 

[Beaver]

You can buy the keycards from
Model 3 Key Card

 

[MP3Mike]

You can buy the keycards from
Model 3 Key Card

That doesn't help you if you don't have one of the cards already setup on the car so you can program them.

 

[MP3Mike]

However, what is new to me is the inability to receive support from Tesla for repair parts.

Tesla changed their policies a while back and will now sell, non-restricted, parts to anyone even for salvage vehicles. They will also work on salvage vehicles. However, they won't work on anything related to the high-voltage system, until you have paid for, and passed, an HV inspection. (Costs about $500 last I heard.)

Unsupported or Salvaged Vehicle Policy

 

[wenkan]

How come they totaled such a slightly damaged model 3? Is it really so expensive to just replace the fenders, lights and bumper cover?

 

[dennisvab]

Tesla changed their policies a while back and will now sell, non-restricted, parts to anyone even for salvage vehicles. They will also work on salvage vehicles. However, they won't work on anything related to the high-voltage system, until you have paid for, and passed, an HV inspection. (Costs about $500 last I heard.)

Unsupported or Salvaged Vehicle Policy

You are correct. Except @GregMunch cannot buy any parts until he gets his title or registration in hand. No parts until you are on the Tesla account.

 

[GregMunch]

Doing it early on yes as there are limited salvage vehicles, people are able to this with S’s more easily because salvage parts are more readily available.

Had a guy in a class of mine who bought 2 salvage S’s and then formed a LLC in MA so he could buy the Tesla service software. After parting out what he doesn’t need he’ll have a working S with ludicrous for very little cash. Had a blast asking him about the process.

 

[GregMunch]

Thanks

 

[GregMunch]

Tesla changed their policies a while back and will now sell, non-restricted, parts to anyone even for salvage vehicles. They will also work on salvage vehicles. However, they won't work on anything related to the high-voltage system, until you have paid for, and passed, an HV inspection. (Costs about $500 last I heard.)

Unsupported or Salvaged Vehicle Policy

 

[GregMunch]

Thanks Mike!

 

[GregMunch]

How come they totaled such a slightly damaged model 3? Is it really so expensive to just replace the fenders, lights and bumper cover?

Ive been dealing with insurance salvage for years. We never ask that question, just keep them coming.

 

[MP3Mike]

You are correct. Except @GregMunch cannot buy any parts until he gets his title or registration in hand. No parts until you are on the Tesla account.

That is silly, there is no reason Tesla shouldn't sell anyone parts that wants to pay for them.

 

[TeckniX]

Sub’d to see progress

 

[SanDiegoM3]

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[Drizzle]

How come they totaled such a slightly damaged model 3? Is it really so expensive to just replace the fenders, lights and bumper cover?

One quarter panel alone is about $8-10k fully repaired.