The Performance Upgrade Package Question

[ronin]

Called Tesla support today regarding pricing when adding performance upgrade package. Was told that pricing for items like paint and destination fee will be based on order date. So if completed order before night time on 8/2, price will remain the same. It doesn’t reflect that on their system whenever updating “because of a glitch”, but destination advisor will have appropriate billing statement.

Wait really? So just changing it on the website, even when it says you'll be charged more, won't apply in the final price? Hmm...

 

[Toddsquad]

Wait really? So just changing it on the website, even when it says you'll be charged more, won't apply in the final price? Hmm...

That is what the Tesla support rep said. I would call, may take an hour, and make them put a note in your order. I don’t have a vin yet so I’m not sure if it’s different if you have one (think there is a $500 change fee after given vin).

 

[ronin]

Update: Got my confirmation today that my P3D is now has the Performance Upgrade. Unfortunately, it delayed my Sept/Nov time frame to Oct/Dec.

Hopefully, it'll deliver in October in time for my birthday!

 

[Toddsquad]

Update: Got my confirmation today that my P3D is now has the Performance Upgrade. Unfortunately, it delayed my Sept/Nov time frame to Oct/Dec.

Hopefully, it'll deliver in October in time for my birthday!

Awesome! Glad it worked I’m in the same delivery window

 

[ronin]

Awesome! Glad it worked I’m in the same delivery window

Hah now after a few days, I’m started to doubt my decision to add PUP.

The incompatibility of the 18” aero wheels for a winter tire/wheel combo is frustrating.

And living in the Midwest, it’s a must.

Now I feel like I overreacted to my test drive...

 

[Toddsquad]

Hah now after a few days, I’m started to doubt my decision to add PUP.

The incompatibility of the 18” aero wheels for a winter tire/wheel combo is frustrating.

And living in the Midwest, it’s a must.

Now I feel like I overreacted to my test drive...

This looks like 18’s will fit....

Tesla Model 3 aftermarket Upgrades

 

[ronin]

This looks like 18’s will fit....

Tesla Model 3 aftermarket Upgrades

I don't understand that post. Wasn't he trying it on Model S Rotors and brakes? Are they the same size as the Model 3 PUP version?

 

[Toddsquad]

I don't understand that post. Wasn't he trying it on Model S Rotors and brakes? Are they the same size as the Model 3 PUP version?

They are actually bigger than the P3D+ calipers

 

[ronin]

I hope you’re right. I’m getting serious buyers remorse, particularly with the loss of efficiency (350w/m??), issues with winter tires and now cost of performance break replacement.

 

[GTIceman]

I am more about not wanting Perf + due to the skinny tires and I could do rotors I want but afraid of Elon

 

[matto]

Wait, so 18's DO fit with the PUP brakes? Has this been confirmed by anyone else?

 

[usofrob]

The 18" aero wheels do not fit over the rear brakes. This has been confirmed.
I was thinking maybe running 18" front and 19" rear.

 

[ronin]

The 18" aero wheels do not fit over the rear brakes. This has been confirmed.
I was thinking maybe running 18" front and 19" rear.

Lol can you do that?

 

[GTIceman]

Lol can you do that?

It would be a really bad idea

 

[Toddsquad]

The 18" aero wheels do not fit over the rear brakes. This has been confirmed.
I was thinking maybe running 18" front and 19" rear.

That seems silly. Why not just run 19’s on entire car?

 

[MisterMo]

I'm taking delivery of my non PUP. After long deliberations, I decided to go with non PUP. Reasons: I live in the pot hole ridden midwest and lose a wheel or two every winter. I def want to run 18" in winter. I'm upgrading from my RWD M3 that had 19" wheels I kept and will use those in summer. If better braking and suspension is desired, there's better choices for less than $5K from Mountain Pass Performance. It's a complex conversation for another thread, but the PUP drops the car 10mm, which isn't much. The non PUP is also slightly lowered vs RWD, but due to a little extra weight.

If you want to take the P to the track, get the non PUP package and go aftermarket wheels, suspension and brake rotors. If you're NOT going to track it, and need 18" wheels for winter tires or pothole duty, then get non-PUP too. If you live in an area without snow, with smooth streets, and want the "P" look, then get the PUP.

 

[GTIceman]

I'm taking delivery of my non PUP. After long deliberations, I decided to go with non PUP. Reasons: I live in the pot hole ridden midwest and lose a wheel or two every winter. I def want to run 18" in winter. I'm upgrading from my RWD M3 that had 19" wheels I kept and will use those in summer. If better braking and suspension is desired, there's better choices for less than $5K from Mountain Pass Performance. It's a complex conversation for another thread, but the PUP drops the car 10mm, which isn't much. The non PUP is also slightly lowered vs RWD, but due to a little extra weight.

If you want to take the P to the track, get the non PUP package and go aftermarket wheels, suspension and brake rotors. If you're NOT going to track it, and need 18" wheels for winter tires or pothole duty, then get non-PUP too. If you live in an area without snow, with smooth streets, and want the "P" look, then get the PUP.

That is a great post and I agree with you. That is what is pushing me non + but I like the look of the brakes and live in TPA so no winters.

 

[Vitold]

One unknown at this time is which variant(s) will get the track mode for free.

 

[MisterMo]

True, but the very SERIOUS enthusiasts aren’t going to take to the track with the PUP. Instead they’ll upgrade brakes, suspension, rotors, etc. Tesla won’t be stupid enough to handicap this group w/o Track Mode as they go up against BMW. In the end, Tesla wants to see M3s beating ICE M3s and it will be the aftermarket guys who do it.

 

[ronin]

True, but the very SERIOUS enthusiasts aren’t going to take to the track with the PUP. Instead they’ll upgrade brakes, suspension, rotors, etc. Tesla won’t be stupid enough to handicap this group w/o Track Mode as they go up against BMW. In the end, Tesla wants to see M3s beating ICE M3s and it will be the aftermarket guys who do it.

True. But let’s say the track mode is limited to the P3D+ package only, wouldn’t that make it more desirable in the second hand market?