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Tesla Referral Program
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jeffro01
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It doesn't have to be like that though, people react to these things in very different ways...
Jeff
Electric700
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I wonder if this program will apply to "inventory" cars. It probably will, since they are still considered "new".
Also, what about prospective buyers (like my family) with multiple friends who own Tesla vehicles? If this program takes off, it'd be nice to be able to split the referral credit among everyone influencing the purchase.
Whether or not this comes off as "sleazy" depends on how owners behave. If some owners (edit: like the above) go around begging new buyers for referral credits, that'll look bad. Perhaps a good way to use this program will be to discreetly disclose its existence up front. As in, "Would you like to go for a spin in my Model S? If you buy one, they'll even give me credit! But seriously, it's an awesome car."
Also, what about prospective buyers (like my family) with multiple friends who own Tesla vehicles? If this program takes off, it'd be nice to be able to split the referral credit among everyone influencing the purchase.
Whether or not this comes off as "sleazy" depends on how owners behave. If some owners (edit: like the above) go around begging new buyers for referral credits, that'll look bad. Perhaps a good way to use this program will be to discreetly disclose its existence up front. As in, "Would you like to go for a spin in my Model S? If you buy one, they'll even give me credit! But seriously, it's an awesome car."
Soolim
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This is not good news. It shows that Tesla is desperate for sales ambassador. If Tesla could appease the existing dissatisfied customer by resolving the little nagging issues, it could be much more effective. I don't need the $1000. I want my MS to perform what Tesla promised (i.e. AP), and at least be better than a cheapo Honda or GM when it comes to tire pressure reading.
No, it does not. It shows that they've done the math on how much a referral is worth to them, and have decided on a trial basis to reward ambassadors accordingly.
deonb
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bonnie
I play a nice person on twitter.
I knew people would misinterpret this. Tesla is fighting the dealership lobby in state after state in this country. Letting owners sell for them totally bypasses the laws that are suppressing sales in those states - it's a brilliant move. Owners are not bound by the dealership-promoted protectionist laws on the books. It's a great workaround. Wish I'd thought of it.
Will TMC have a policy to prevent people who've already decided to buy a Model S from creating "I'm buying a Model S, who wants to be my friend today?" threads?
This goes against the spirit of what Tesla if trying to offer, but given that the buyer also gets a $1K reward, such threads might be started.
This goes against the spirit of what Tesla if trying to offer, but given that the buyer also gets a $1K reward, such threads might be started.
Vger
Active Member
I hope people aren't bitter. I've referral quite a few sales in the past with no expectation of anything in return. Just look forward. This bonus is great while it lasts, no doubt, but even if it disappears, I'll still refer sales to Tesla. Be happy people
Exactly! Good grief!
What's interesting is that folks who refer 10 friends essentially cut in line ahead of the Sig's AND get $25000 in free options. Kind of unfair in my opinion. Instead of loaning Tesla $40000 for free for 3 years folks could have just given out $2500 cash each to 10 friends to encourage them to buy Model S (in addition to the $1000 discount Tesla gives) and they would have gotten an X with the same or better options than a Sig for the same price and much sooner! (And earn $10000 in service and accessory credits)
Wshowell
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To me, Bjorn has been the best ambassador Tesla Motors could ever ask for. I've watched all his videos and learned so much about the pros and cons and ultimately focused my future purchase on a Model S. When I buy my new or CPO I'd be happy to reference Bjorn Nyland. I would personally like to see him get a new ride out of his efforts...
Ugh... this is dumb. Want to offer a discount? Make some high-margin options free.
Price consistency is critical as it establishes and maintains value. Just ask Apple.
Price consistency is critical as it establishes and maintains value. Just ask Apple.
Fritts
Member
Don't bother going for the Model X bonus for 10 referals. It's only for the first person who does it. As soon as I heard about this I got on the phone and I've already got it locked up and in the bag. Ten sales in one hour. Just kidding. I wish. I'm not even on the same continent as my car for the next 3 weeks, dammit.
HankLloydRight
No Roads
I agree. There should be a site-wide ban on solicitation posts like this - or take any other form except for maybe people's sigs.. and even that I find a little bit over the edge, since EVERYONE will now have a referral link in their sigs.
So, refer 10 and get a Founder edition...And the promotion ends at the end of October.
So...when do founders get their cars again? hmm...
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