When I picked up my Model Y on the 30th, I used the inspection checklist that a member provided to me in this POST.
It proved to be indispensable.
Before having the Tesla Rep unlock the vehicle, I spent about 45 minutes carefully going over the entire outside and underside of the car. I invited the Rep to go do his thing, and that I would let him know when I was ready for him, he seemed very cool with that and went and helped another customer. I found several issues during my thorough inspection.
1. Cracked triangular trim piece behind the passenger side mirror:
2. I ordered mine with the tow package, and I assume all of this damage was caused by the clown that installed the trailer hitch and wiring. Damage to the rear bumper, and moderate damage and missing bolts on the under-bumper panels.
I also had him document a significant amount of moisture inside of the left rear taillight, and some deep scuffs and minor scratches on the rear bumper. One of the lower running boards under the right passenger door was sticking out about 1/4-1/3 of an inch which was also documented. Hopefully, these will all be repaired or the panels replaced soon.
Lesson? Don't hurry or be pressured to skimp on your acceptance inspection.
It proved to be indispensable.
Before having the Tesla Rep unlock the vehicle, I spent about 45 minutes carefully going over the entire outside and underside of the car. I invited the Rep to go do his thing, and that I would let him know when I was ready for him, he seemed very cool with that and went and helped another customer. I found several issues during my thorough inspection.
1. Cracked triangular trim piece behind the passenger side mirror:
2. I ordered mine with the tow package, and I assume all of this damage was caused by the clown that installed the trailer hitch and wiring. Damage to the rear bumper, and moderate damage and missing bolts on the under-bumper panels.
I also had him document a significant amount of moisture inside of the left rear taillight, and some deep scuffs and minor scratches on the rear bumper. One of the lower running boards under the right passenger door was sticking out about 1/4-1/3 of an inch which was also documented. Hopefully, these will all be repaired or the panels replaced soon.
Lesson? Don't hurry or be pressured to skimp on your acceptance inspection.