[UK] Model S/X LHD Discussion

[randompixel]

Might as well stop having a go at BOTB for the Model X then

 

[sam481]

Tesla are a shambles.

 

[Durzel]

I hope so. I do understand from the companies point of view that RHD markets aren’t viable for them right now, but I do think if they built them somewhere in Europe or china on a permanent line that they would sell more, perhaps as they scale and build more factories they will offer them in RHD again.

This also doesn’t bode well for cybertruck in the UK either.

I now have a dilemma, the Y isn’t big enough and I can’t see any decent X alternatives on the market right now.

Merc EQB? Kia EV9 when it’s available, etc. Some options, but none with the benefit of Tesla’s network.

Cybertruck would never be legal here (or in Europe), it would never pass EuroNCAP testing. You’d drive straight through pedestrians, etc.

 

[Durzel]

On the flip side it may raise the values of existing S's and X's. I have a Sept 2020 Raven and it has slumped in value recently, not that I am looking to move it on at the moment but it is something I keep an eye on.

Almost certainly going to appreciate a bit I’d say. Last of the last available RHD models.

 

[sam481]

I hope so. I do understand from the companies point of view that RHD markets aren’t viable for them right now, but I do think if they built them somewhere in Europe or china on a permanent line that they would sell more, perhaps as they scale and build more factories they will offer them in RHD again.

This also doesn’t bode well for cybertruck in the UK either.

I now have a dilemma, the Y isn’t big enough and I can’t see any decent X alternatives on the market right now.

Cybertruck would be illegal in the U.K.

 

[sam481]

never driven a left hand drive car in the U.K. can’t imagine it’s a great experience. Anyone have much experience? The email doesn’t even say they will honour the order price. 3 years of free supercharging isn’t a great incentive to be honest. A6 etron or Eletre look like decent options.

 

[T1GER5HARK]

Absolutely gutted in my mind I had already driven all over the place in it can stop watching all those plaid you tube videos now it’s difficult to find an alternative as for me it ticked so many boxes, 6/7 seater with performance and practicality I can’t see anything new that comes close. Also I have one of those lovely 22 plate model Ys with the dream ride and suspension setup that I was hoping to trade in I guess now il be in it a bit longer. LHD does see to much of a hassle.

 

[randompixel]

never driven a left hand drive car in the U.K. can’t imagine it’s a great experience. Anyone have much experience? The email doesn’t even say they will honour the order price. 3 years of free supercharging isn’t a great incentive to be honest. A6 etron or Eletre look like decent options.

You wouldn't be able to reach toll booths, ticket barriers, drive throughs. It'd be super annoying.

 

[Kaz911]

I have one of the absolute last built pre facelift X's from '21... Guess it is valuable now...

 

[ariharry]

Gutted but expected.

Highly probable I’ll go for the Taycan though there is a facelift coming soon so I’ll wait.

LHD isn’t worth what they are asking. Overtaking is a pain. Besides, the price is higher than my invoice price.

 

[12Pack]

Well, now what - with £130K to spend?

Taycans don't have the range or space, and the Mercs are a bit - meh.

Or I keep the Raven Performance and trade up in my dedicated performance car corridor....

 

[randompixel]

Correct me if I'm wrong (that's how forums work, right...), in that the old S + X were part built in the US but then shipped to the Netherlands to be finished.

Could that be the issue here? Switching to RHD wouldn't work in Fremont and Netherlands was shut down. Berlin hasn't come online quick enough to do the finishing work required so rather than keep people's money indefinitely they're making a call now and later down the line when they can build them they might?

 

[12Pack]

Absolutely gutted in my mind I had already driven all over the place in it can stop watching all those plaid you tube videos now it’s difficult to find an alternative as for me it ticked so many boxes, 6/7 seater with performance and practicality I can’t see anything new that comes close. Also I have one of those lovely 22 plate model Ys with the dream ride and suspension setup that I was hoping to trade in I guess now il be in it a bit longer. LHD does see to much of a hassle.

Exactly my situation, except for being on the S side.

 

[WannabeOwner]

never driven a left hand drive car in the U.K. can’t imagine it’s a great experience

I have friends who have (long term) LHD cars in UK who says it's fine - "you get used to it" type of thing.

You wouldn't be able to reach toll booths, ticket barriers, drive throughs. It'd be super annoying.

Can't remember the last time I had to do that ... car parks I've used recently all have ANPR cameras. I'd be better off when I drive on Continent ... that's the only time I can remember a toll booth, but yeah I'm sure I'll have to get out and walk round on occasion.

Overtaking is a pain

I wonder (not tried it but ...). Hang back far enough to have a clear view ... its not as though starting an overtaking manoeuvre from "well back" would be much of a hinderance!

Or I keep the Raven Performance and trade up in my dedicated performance car corridor....

Plus that will allow you to trade in Raven for PLAID when it does come in RHD clothes.

 

[WannabeOwner]

the old S + X were part built in the US but then shipped to the Netherlands to be finished.

That was a while ago, to avoid import duty. MS & MX have come fully-build, from USA, for quite a while now

 

[JamiePP]

I wonder what the insurance differential is for LHD. A further Tesla premium for insurers to add, I fear

 

[randompixel]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1656938305311719428

 

[Pink Duck]

Almost worth a watch to see how they handle the anger.

 

[sam481]

The minimum offer should have been LHD at previous spec and order price. Not just, take a look at what we have.

 

[pgkevet]

.but in 2 weeks time the car will drive itself so doesn't matter where the steering wheel is....