Have you ever gotten a sore that you just keep rubbing raw? Well, that is how I am feeling about placing my order for our Model X.
I never really followed the Tesla Motors history, but I did like the idea of the long-range EV XUV and in 2013 we placed our deposit for a Model X. In December 2015, we were invited to design the Model X, and we selected the P90D for no other reason than we could. Then I joined the TMC forums, and started learning about what we just bought into. And, because of the openness of the members of the forum who all share their thoughts, opinions and experiences, I have come to question having placed and confirmed our MX order. Over the past two months, I have read a large number of posts throughout the Tesla, Model X and Model S forums. And, the more I read, the more I question my decision.
I am not a car manufacturer guy. Meaning, I don't have any feelings towards owning or driving one brand or model over another. I simply have developed likes and don't likes from my 35 years of automobile ownership, and have certain expectations for a vehicle I own - Safety, Reliability, Comfort and Power.
Safety, Comfort and Power expectations are all met with the Model S and hopefully carry over to the Model X.
Reliability - Here is my issue(s). There is nothing more frustrating to me than to buy a vehicle and have it develop 'issues'. I fully understand that 'things' happen occasionally and that is why manufacturers warrant their products. What is troubling about the Tesla Motors products, is that they seem to be plagued with knit-picky and recurring issues: From these forums, I have read the Model S has/had tire wears issues, drive unit issues, and had an endless amount of production issues coming right off the production line. The Model X appears to have been rushed out the door of the factory and the first couple hundred vehicles have been the same if not worse than the Model S coming off the line. So much so, that it appears that there has been either a complete shutdown of Model X production, or a miniscule trickle. But, based on the latest post about a recent tour of the factory and that there were no Model X on the production line, it would appear things have halted. Then there are the issues of wear and tear. Already, we have heard issues of faulty seat coverings, rattles, thumps, inoperable electronics, etc. I don't want a lemon. I have never had a lemon, so I don't want to make a conscious decision to overlook all the evidence from recent buyers, and end up making untolled weekly 2 hour trips to the closest SC to get 'issues' resolved.
So, now I am doubting myself for committing to the Model X. Will it be plagued with on going ownership issues, regardless of them being covered under warranty and how well they may be addressed by SC personnel? Should I cancel my order and lose the deposit? Should I buy the car and immediately put it up for sale at my cost, to try to recoup my fully costs? Or, should I buy the car, and simply have a blind eye towards the 'issues' and like the car for what it has to offer, versus any inconveniences.
In any case, I have learned yet another one of life's lessons, and will never buy a car on speculation again. (Yes, that means no Model 3 reservations for me)
And so I ponder: To Buy & Sell, To Cancel or To Hope and Pray for the Best
I never really followed the Tesla Motors history, but I did like the idea of the long-range EV XUV and in 2013 we placed our deposit for a Model X. In December 2015, we were invited to design the Model X, and we selected the P90D for no other reason than we could. Then I joined the TMC forums, and started learning about what we just bought into. And, because of the openness of the members of the forum who all share their thoughts, opinions and experiences, I have come to question having placed and confirmed our MX order. Over the past two months, I have read a large number of posts throughout the Tesla, Model X and Model S forums. And, the more I read, the more I question my decision.
I am not a car manufacturer guy. Meaning, I don't have any feelings towards owning or driving one brand or model over another. I simply have developed likes and don't likes from my 35 years of automobile ownership, and have certain expectations for a vehicle I own - Safety, Reliability, Comfort and Power.
Safety, Comfort and Power expectations are all met with the Model S and hopefully carry over to the Model X.
Reliability - Here is my issue(s). There is nothing more frustrating to me than to buy a vehicle and have it develop 'issues'. I fully understand that 'things' happen occasionally and that is why manufacturers warrant their products. What is troubling about the Tesla Motors products, is that they seem to be plagued with knit-picky and recurring issues: From these forums, I have read the Model S has/had tire wears issues, drive unit issues, and had an endless amount of production issues coming right off the production line. The Model X appears to have been rushed out the door of the factory and the first couple hundred vehicles have been the same if not worse than the Model S coming off the line. So much so, that it appears that there has been either a complete shutdown of Model X production, or a miniscule trickle. But, based on the latest post about a recent tour of the factory and that there were no Model X on the production line, it would appear things have halted. Then there are the issues of wear and tear. Already, we have heard issues of faulty seat coverings, rattles, thumps, inoperable electronics, etc. I don't want a lemon. I have never had a lemon, so I don't want to make a conscious decision to overlook all the evidence from recent buyers, and end up making untolled weekly 2 hour trips to the closest SC to get 'issues' resolved.
So, now I am doubting myself for committing to the Model X. Will it be plagued with on going ownership issues, regardless of them being covered under warranty and how well they may be addressed by SC personnel? Should I cancel my order and lose the deposit? Should I buy the car and immediately put it up for sale at my cost, to try to recoup my fully costs? Or, should I buy the car, and simply have a blind eye towards the 'issues' and like the car for what it has to offer, versus any inconveniences.
In any case, I have learned yet another one of life's lessons, and will never buy a car on speculation again. (Yes, that means no Model 3 reservations for me)
And so I ponder: To Buy & Sell, To Cancel or To Hope and Pray for the Best