Hi everyone,
A little background about myself - I currently drive a 2015 BMW X3 and a 2018 Honda Civic Type R. I use the X3 as my family car and the 2018 Civic Type R as a pleasure car. I am a car enthusiast, love modding cars and have been driving manual since I first got my license.
Starting last year, I started to develop a strong interest in EV. I test drove the Model 3 Performance and really liked it. However, I decided not to pull the trigger because I just bought the Type R 2 months prior so it wasn’t the best financial move at that time. Also, I love driving manual and afraid that I would regret by trading in my Type R so I decided to wait.
A year later, I realize that I don’t get to enjoy the Type R as much as I thought I would. While it’s a fun car, it’s noisy, stiff and not comfortable especially in traffic (NYC). I also don’t have the time to drive it much. Every time I go out with wife and kid, I would take the X3 because it’s more comfortable. My interest in EV sparks again - stronger this time vs. the year before.
I’m debating between the Performance Model 3 vs. Long Range Dual Motor. I’m leaning toward the Performance Model 3 more. I’d like to see your perspective going from a hot hatch/performance ICE car to an EV. How’s the refinement of the Model 3 vs. competitor? Also, I heard horrible stories about how it takes a long time to fix the car if you get into a accident because of the lack of parts. Is it still an issue? Your input is appreciated.
Thank you
A little background about myself - I currently drive a 2015 BMW X3 and a 2018 Honda Civic Type R. I use the X3 as my family car and the 2018 Civic Type R as a pleasure car. I am a car enthusiast, love modding cars and have been driving manual since I first got my license.
Starting last year, I started to develop a strong interest in EV. I test drove the Model 3 Performance and really liked it. However, I decided not to pull the trigger because I just bought the Type R 2 months prior so it wasn’t the best financial move at that time. Also, I love driving manual and afraid that I would regret by trading in my Type R so I decided to wait.
A year later, I realize that I don’t get to enjoy the Type R as much as I thought I would. While it’s a fun car, it’s noisy, stiff and not comfortable especially in traffic (NYC). I also don’t have the time to drive it much. Every time I go out with wife and kid, I would take the X3 because it’s more comfortable. My interest in EV sparks again - stronger this time vs. the year before.
I’m debating between the Performance Model 3 vs. Long Range Dual Motor. I’m leaning toward the Performance Model 3 more. I’d like to see your perspective going from a hot hatch/performance ICE car to an EV. How’s the refinement of the Model 3 vs. competitor? Also, I heard horrible stories about how it takes a long time to fix the car if you get into a accident because of the lack of parts. Is it still an issue? Your input is appreciated.
Thank you