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Watching people making poor car choices
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Your ownership of multiple teslae makes it clear that you are in a financial situation to not have substantial problems if your car is in the shop for 2 months after a fender bender and the insurance coverage for a rental runs out. A lot of people aren't in that situation.
Leafdriver333
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If tax credit comes back his Model Y will be that much cheaper also.
And even in 2021, $25000 Tesla would be an excellent choice even if Nissan brings 210 mile Leaf for $37K.
I hear ya. We have had 4 test drives, two in the S and two in a Three. They were all awesome. We took an Eplus for a test drive not to long ago when we were in the US. It was pretty nice and I like the Epedal. The hatchback was also nice. I still love the styling of the model 3 sedan though. What a nice classy car.
I don't want to be pessimistic, but I am not sure about the adaptor any more...it might be more profitable for Tesla to maximize the use of the Superchargers.
I thought about that and kinda get that but it would take us out of the model 3. Course there is always the S.......
on the bright side, I can see quite a few new Superchargers being built these daysI thought about that and kinda get that but it would take us out of the model 3. Course there is always the S.......
on the bright side, I can see quite a few new Superchargers being built these days
True but not in BC. Although I think Vancouver just got another Supercharger. I suspect Tesla has better places than off the main route BC to install Superchargers. It’s all good.
That's too bad. I bought a Harley because I wanted one, and I don't give a damn what other owners think or do. They're free to live life how they want, and so am I. Just live your life.
Even with 3 Tesla's in the family, there are 3 full time drivers that support their cars. Same stress if any of them are out of commission as one person household with one Tesla.
I haven't had a fender bender but I wont give up my Tesla based on just a *possibility* that might happen. Anything can happen, but it doesn't mean it will happen. There are ways to manage risks. Look for the insurance coverage that works for you. If there is an accident that allows the car to be drive-able , why not drive it until waiting for parts?
If it was a big enough hit to disable the car, I’m glad I’m in a Tesla.
If it was some warranty issue, you get a loaner. Consider I always get loaners even in the most impacted service market, Tesla will provide.
I am just like anyone else when it comes to the fundamental theorem of economics: "Unlimited wants, limited resources".
I might get a little bit more of the wants I desire over the next person because I managed my limited resources probably a little more wiser than the next person.
I was personally able to go from a M3 (Mazda 3!) to a 3P because I skipped a few BMW M3’s along the way.
I was fortunate enough to jump on a second 35K Model 3 because I already have the same cash outlay anyway. It just replaces my Volt lease.
In exchange, I get a far superior product and one that if I decide to - I can drive as little as I want, or as much as I want. I can also keep it for as long as I feel like it.
You are not a fool if your budget is only 20K. Buy the Volt.
You ARE a fool if you have 35K and you bought something else.
One of the worst mistakes a person can make at finances or giving up optimal utility is throwing good money after bad.
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That sums up my feelings for the same dollars at $35K, the Tesla Model 3 is the best value in 2019. Who knows what will come later. But if you’re in the market today that is it.
You’re telling me that if your car was unavailable neither of the other drivers could adjust their schedule to help compensate by helping drive you around, or the other two share rides and you take one of the cars, or something along those lines?
That’s not the same as a dude who only has one car and lives alone and has nobody to share with.
For the record, I’d still buy a model 3 so I’m in your camp, but I’m just pointing out that other people have other circumstances. Also I think the people who live 300 miles from a service center are completely bonkers
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Glamisduner
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Why would anyone buy an ev, when even a camry can dive for 13 hours straight with only one quick stop to fill up?
You’d find a whole lot of ignorance.
Or you will find insurmountable or irrational lines in the sand like Bimmer forums. “If it doesn’t make noise, I don’t want it.”
As I said, I have a Volt and joined the enthusiast groups.
What I find is people have already made up their minds on the superiority of the Volt or hate Elon Musk.
They have not invested the hours to understand the Model 3. If they did, they wouldn’t say the things they do.
Or they say something like they wish they could have the 3, but they can’t afford it.
That the Model 3 is triple the cost of a Volt (it’s not)
They think it’s a $700 monthly payment which is not true if you factor in all the incentives and credits.
Range anxiety is a huge concern when it’s really not. Few people drive in a pattern where the Model 3 is going to burn lots of their time.
Those who are 90 percent or more in gasoline should be getting a Prius instead of a Volt. I’ve never owned a Prius but I know enough about them to know they are the superior car for those who are lugging around discharged batteries for the majority of their travels.
Or they talk *sugar* on Elon Musk and it’s not even the merits of the actual vehicle anymore.
I’ve have had to post an image of my middle finger on the Volt touch screen to prove I’m not a troll or Tesla shill.
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Hold on, did you just say you like the looks of the Leaf!?
I suppose the new one is a little better, but man those things were ugly, and I had two of them
iMoe
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Glamisduner
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I feel the same way, but people tell me this is a feature they need.That's one fantastical Iron Butt
Me wants.
That and the lack of engine noise.
But we know in here it just sounds funny when when a nice sounding engine revs up real loud like it's trying so hard to keep up with a silent car... Of course those same people tell you then that acceleration isn't everything at which point i have to agree. That's why Tesla is so great, they have better acceleration and fuel economy and great handling. Then they say the interior sucks and it's a shitty basic interior and the rich screen is dumb etc, But what's more luxurious than having the car drive for you?
Then the conversation always ends in "real case guys want shifting and sound and Superior quality" then on to panel gaps etc.
Well people just like what they like and are afraid of change... Next time i hear that my car will add several hours to a road trip and that my car can't just fill up in 10 minutes, I'll just respond with "can your car go 6 months without ever filling up at the station period?"
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