Why is that? It is true that the Tesla delivery experience isn't a "white glove" experience. If you desire to be pampered during your vehicle pickup, buy a luxury brand ev. My experience was fine, though because I arrived without a certified check, it took a bit longer for the site manager to release the car based on a pre-approved credit union document. Some buyers never even interact with a person and just walk up to the vehicle and drive off.
The weather did not cooperate, as it was pouring rain. The Tesla staff were courteous and efficient. There were just a few forms to sign. I noticed in some YouTube videos that some customers walked through a parking lot and looked for their name on the dashboard but my car was pulled up front. I did not have a chance to thoroughly inspect the car because of the rain but I did make a video of the exterior. I did not realize until after I was a few miles down the road that the car was only charged to 30% and home was 86 miles away. I assumed the car would be delivered close to fully charged, like a full tank of gas. This gave me the opportunity to use the charging network for the first time, which was very easy. When the rain stopped and I was able to closely inspect the car, everything looked good and I could not find any problems with the fit and finish. I test-drove several EVs and I'm very happy with the Tesla M3 RWD. I'm also glad I took delivery before the federal tax rebate changes.
Now you need to "accessorize" your car! First thing after all weather floor mats is getting some ceramic tint on the roof, back and side glass!
I ordered floor mats in advance and brought them to the dealership. The day after I got the car I took it in to have PPF put on the front bumper and rocker panels and the entire vehicle color corrected and ceramic coated. I've bought a few interior accessories to lean into the satin white interior such as a white center armrest cover and console wrap, and a white and black leather steering wheel cover. I am also adding speakers with a subwoofer to replicate the premium sound found in the performance model.
How much was the PPF if you don’t mind me asking. I’ve investigated, but all my price quotes were too high to justify something that doesn’t add to the resale value.
PPF on front bumper, headlights and rocker panels was $900. I've never had PPF put on a car before but this is by far the most expensive vehicle I have ever purchased, plus flat front bumper of a white Model 3 is like an insect display box.
I have 52k miles on my 21 3LR AWD now. Mostly driving on the US interstate system above 70MPH. I never had PPF or the car ceramic coated. I have only hand washed it. Are there rock chips on the hood and lower rocker panels? Yes. Would I have added PPF to the car if I had to do it again? No. The chips are so small and unnoticeable it isn't worth the money as a daily driver (110+miles daily). The 2 best aftermarket items I added to the car are the all-weather mats to prevent the sub-par carpet from wearing/stinking and absorbing moisture and the 30% xpel ceramic tint on all windows except the front to keep the sun and heat at bay in the Florida sun.
The heat reduction and brightness reduction was sufficient without tinting the windshield and possibly giving LE a reason to pull me over.
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Picked up my RWD just about a month ago and I agree with this comment 100%, definitely not like the local BMW dealership.
