Anyone driven or moved to a Tesla 3?
 

I’m thinking about getting one the long range I need something with more tech from my base model but still want some zoom it seems just as fast on paper. Much more luxury.... or super basic? Hard to say. Have not been in one

I've driven. Was not impressed at all. Felt very cheaply made... especially at that price point. And that screen was as annoying as living with 15 cats in heat.

I'd never buy the 3, not even with my grandmother's cash. No way.

They're fine. I was also underwhelmed.

I'd never buy one. It's a first generation of a very new car of a very new brand.

If you look around the big automakers, you may be surprised how many electric offerings there are. They just don't have the fanboys Tesla does.

Shouldn't you be on your local electric company or appliance forum asking this question? :icon18::tiphat:

I kid

iPad on wheels.
And Tesla wil update your software for you without asking. Just like Microsoft.

I can see why they appeal to a certain group. But I'm not part of the demographic.

They are quiet, and have a great launch. But subject to a lot of niggling issues. And when (not "if") Tesla (the company) fails, I don't know who will maintain the cars and the software.

I did a track day where a Model S (not sure anymore but I think P100 not D) attended.
It was a very clever car in terms of torque vectoring and adaptive suspension. The (heavy) car handled tight corners on street tires at speeds I wasn't comfortable taking my 4C with semi-slicks at. But be clear that it was the car, and not the driver that gets the credit. And after 3 x 20-minute sessions he had to disappear for 90 minutes to find a charger, get a fill, and come back for two more sessions and hope he could make it home.

Access to chargers really depends on where you live. People in SoCal won't understand the legitimate concerns that the rest of the world has about range and finding available chargers (let alone superchargers). Certainly, there are other well-served regions, but there is also a lot of blank space on the map of charging stations. That will only get better with time, but also increase the cost of charging your car. The easy and profitable locations have all been built.

If that sounds like the car for you, then go for it.

You could certainly do worse. But I think there are better options out there for the money.

Just be sure to buy an umbrella for your bumper.

https://jalopnik.com/bumper-falls-of...nut-1828306917

Well, they're now building the Model 3 in a huge parking lot circus tent in an effort to rush them to market. How good can QC really be?

Tesla's been around since 2003, and still can't turn a profit...

I agree, not if they fail, but when.

Work on making electric semi's and police cars. Make electric furnaces and such. Leave the fossil fuel car alone.

They're already making $12 billion in revenue after 15 years. For reference, Porsche, who tend to be the same demographic oddly enough, make $24 billion and have been around since the 30s. I think they'll be fine. It's not like their cars is their only business, they work with other makers as well.

Kinda strange how you're so pro Kia, who aren't doing anything special other than catching up, but dismiss Tesla who've single-handedly changed the market.

Well, if you're spending 20 billion, for example, to make 12 billion after 15 years, I'm not sure that's something to rally about. And that's with a ton of government support.

That's fine though, we can agree to disagree.

Gross revenue doesn't mean jack when net revenue is in the red...

Honest opinion. car has no soul lol.

Drove one, immediately liked it..... but then 20min in... after the initial excitement calmed down from finally being in one, i quickly realized it wasn't really that amazing, was more hyped up than anything.... The drive was ok, nothing to write home about, . quality is meh. car can launch fast but thats only half the battle for me.. styling of the car is ok, maybe not my personal taste but may be for others...

spent 1 hour talking to my buddy about it and i never realized how much of a hassle it was for people like him to do work or service their Tesla and that the car is constantly connected and communicating with Tesla for allot of the features to work, makes me feel like you dont really own the car.. at least without all the must-needed connection stuff to work if that makes sense?

sooo, the car is nice, its def not an ugly car but for the price tag, i can think of many other cars to get. may not be as fast but for me its not all about speed. Oh the big tablet for your controls is really nice!

I only support motors that make noise n burn gas... Im an enthusiast. Electric cars are boring period. I thought we were enthusiasts here? Not driving a calculator on wheels. My bad. Gas engine or Go home is usually the enthusiast motto.

It's so interesting that I'm impressed with one well built good driving car. As I have the driving experience to have an opinion and the best most of you can say is. " My friends Rio or optima sucks" Have to stress I like the Kia Stinger as some sort of devaluation. And they're catching up to who in the price point? Get in a $44k Stinger Drive it... Then get in something else 44k brand new with 4 doors. N explain to me How Kia is catching up. At 44k. There's the Giulia n the stinger. Everything else gotta catch up at the price. Wake up from your sleep.

But we hatdda bring up. My Kia opinion on a Tesla page. Weakness at its best.

I hadn't seen nor driven one but had done plenty of research on Tesla cars and I think that the specs and tech are there but I'm not a huge fan of the styling. Looks like something out of Demolition Man lol...however the specs and the fanciness of it make it cool..I would say if you love it go for it but at that price point you've got some pretty stiff competition to look at. Good luck with whatever direction you go man!

I couldn't find a competent shop within 100 miles for my 370Z, a Tesla is out of the question.

Speaking of QC:

http://www.leftlanenews.com/tesla-de...ls-101165.html

Enjoy your day...

It's a misprint. It gotta be those Damn Kia's. Lol :rofl2:

If you upgrade to the model S. It will auto ignite a bonfire for you and your friends to enjoy. :bowrofl:

https://money.cnn.com/2018/06/18/tec...ire/index.html

Tesla's hiring crash test dummies... :rock: lmao

The Tesla Autopilot Crash Investigation: A Timeline | Fortune

More from the Tesla Quality front:

https://www.leftlanenews.com/report-...3s-101181.html

What's even more telling is that the defective cars that have been delivered (such as the one in your earlier link) are considered to have PASSED QC. Whether it was part of the 14% that did not fail the first time, or something which snuck past a subsequent inspection.

For them to release a 14% first pass rate is bad enough (makes me wonder what the REAL number is), but then you hear about defective cars being delivered and you have to assume that the situation is even worse.

No wonder Musk is stressed and wants to pack up his toys and go home.
I have no doubt that you cannot be super-human forever. I've tried.
But he is a victim of his own management style. Soon, I fear that the company will be a victim as well. Then what happens to all of that government funding. Poof, gone. Ready for the next con artist to take over at pennies on the dollar, and try to take the taxpayer for another ride???

Makes you question if this is the team you want to back in space flight. Hope somebody checked the panel gap on that air lock...

Oh, and I found this...

https://www.businessinsider.com/elon...rplanes-2018-8

Why Musk stopped flying military jets:

..."But in addition to launching two of the world's most famous startups, Musk also devoted some cash to his love of aviation. He purchased a Piper Meridian single-engine turboprop, a two-engine Cessna Citation CJ2 corporate jet, and a high-speed military jet called the Aero Vodochody L-39 Albatros.

The L-39 jet was designed and built during the Cold War in Czechoslovakia, which was a satellite state of the Soviet Union.

...( article goes on to quote some of Musk's flight exploits in the L-39) ...

Despite the thrill of such flights, Musk eventually stopped flying L-39s.

"I was like, man, this was made by some Soviet technician and maybe they tightened the bolt right, or maybe they didn't," Musk said, according to "The Space Barons" book. . It was like, 'This is crazy. I've got kids. I have to stop doing this.'"

http://img2.thejournal.ie/inline/230...ersion=2303357

Tesla model 3 Dual Motor AWD (Track mode)
 

Just drove the model 3 DM AWD in track mode.A lot of fun.3.3 seconds 0-60.Handeled quite well in track mode.

First model 3 I drove was somewhat of a slug.

I have a friend who has a model S, P 100 D.Breath taking acceleration.2.5
seconds 0-60.

Electric cars are the future and can be wicked fast.The upcoming Tesla roadster would be great but out of my price range.250K before options.

Tesla does not yet build the car I want.

Styling is very bland.Spoiled by the looks of our Z's.Would like MPH and battery life gauges in front of me.Do not like looking over at screen.
Also I could care less about self driving cars.Option I would not want.

I would like a two seat roadster with a sexier body style.Track mode handling.Under 3 second 0- 60.Top end of 170 +.Cruise range of 350 miles.
Price of 120K or less.


May even see a car like this in the future.

I think its just a matter of time before we will be all Electric. I am currently looking to swap my BMW 330 2017 for a 2018 Tesla Model S.

I love the technology and work in IT Software. Unfortunately not all autopilot functions are available here in the Netherlands compared to the USA, due to European law. Also just a matter of time.

Right now I will continue with twin turbocharging my Z. I'll drive it for another 4 or 5 years, by that time I'll switch to something Electric for fun too.

Just imagine the body of an audi TT, 370z or Alfa 4c with the performance of the model 3 in track mode. Unbeatable for any petrol car. Perhaps they will need a second gear to keep accelerate above 120mph.

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OP here. i ended up buying the M3 LR. I love it. it's more lux then sport by a mile but it's equally quick. Fast off the line equal to my Z. Top end is slower since all the torque in EV is on the low end but overall it's a nice car so far.

Well stated.
I have gone back and forth on getting a Tesla.I'm in my 60s and may not be able to wait for car I want.
Thinking of pulling the trigger on the roadster and thinning out cars I have.
Hard to make decision with so little info about the production vehicle.

I'm not getting any younger.
Wired 50k for down payment on Tesla roadster.Car is 200K before options.
0 -60 1.9 seconds.
0 - 100 4.2 seconds,
Quarter mile 8.8
All wheel drive.
Top end above 250 mph.
Cruise range on full charge 620 miles.
This is the most unreal thing.7,376 Ft pounds of torque.

Congrats on your decision to purchase.

Those numbers you posted are just :eek: Enjoy & be safe!

Holy crap? That's insane if true.

No way it has 7k ft lbs of torque, that's insane.

Sincerely hope that the company is still around to build this one for you.
It has the makings of a truly great car - one which stands to best everything else on the road.