First Look At Telsa Model 3 Interior
Tesla has released photos of the model 3s interior, and the first thing you notice is that there is not a single button or knob. Everything is controlled through a 15 inch touch screen display. This seriously looks gorgeous, but I feel that it is not very practical that you have to take your eyes off the road to simply turn on the AC, where in a traditional car you would simply turn a knob. The interior has a large strip of wood across the dash adding to the aesthetically pleasing design. Here is the BI article, where you can see the photos.
- What do you think? Too minimalistic?
Very nice. Would love to own one someday.
Pretty sure they go for a little more than $11k
No shit Sherlock. That is why I want to position my self to get a high-paying job after college.
As much as I'd like to save the environment, I'll wait until Tesla has the supply chain capacity to afford dashboards. What BMW, Mercedes and the other heavy hitters have figured out is that it's the little things that matter.
Indeed, very interesting. Thanks! I know a lot of variants to make sure in the best choice for design interior. But my best approach is like the mentioned in the article situation. That is the reason why people work on it further.
I don't like it. That being said, I'm waiting for fully autonomous driving before purchasing a Model 3.
To quote Chief Keef: Don't like.
I was thinking along the same lines. I think my main issue is going to be the radio(gonna have to fiddle around with the touch screen to change stations/volume etc while driving. Also, there's no speedometer, so when you're driving your gonna have to lower ur head every minute to check your speed. It looks nice but doesn't seem very practical.
I like electric cars but have no where to plug one in.
I think it's pretty sexy, but I don't like the horizontal touch screen. I think the Model S is a better looking car, inside and out, although I suppose it makes sense than the nicer car is better looking.
"Rosie is a very unattractive person, both inside and out"
I personally like the conventional dashboard. Nothing is better than seeing the needle on the rpm gauge flicker on the higher regions on the gauge. I understand that visibility is increased without the dash, but sometimes the conventional dashboard is a work of art.
Tesla Model 3 Launch: Three Key Take-aways (Originally Posted: 07/31/2017)
Last Friday, Musk launched Tesla's final version of the Model 3 electric car. Meanwhile, the first 30 cars were shipped to factory employees who had pre-ordered.
Here are some key facts:
The Model 3 starts at $35,000, with 220 miles of range. This is extremely cheap, consequently Tesla's ability to mass produce will be tested. However, it can cost up to $59,000 dollars when adding all the perks.
One of these upgrades are not yet available, but will be soon: the full self-driving capability, which will cost $3,000.
There are ~500,000 reservations, but "production hell" will only be able to produce 100 cars in August, 1,500 in September, and 20,000 in December. They are aiming for 10,000/week by next year.
Although the model 3 is pretty impressive, especially in terms of affordability, its not a very profitable venture. At least not in the short term.
Is Tesla's lack of profitability sustainable, especially considering the competition in the electric car market is increasing? Also, would you buy the model 3 if you had the opportunity to do so?
Not the biggest fan of the design, but the self driving capability makes it tempting. Not that it matters anyways I won't be able to afford one for a while despite it's reasonable price lol
Do you just not like sedans? What don't you like about the car? I like the minimalist interior a lot.
Such a nice car
Tesla Model 3 (Originally Posted: 04/30/2016)
Hey guys, I'm hoping for a little bit of feedback and discussion regarding the new Tesla Model 3...
So here's the story - I recently put down 1,000 dollars for the reservation, but I am start to second guess (natural fear I suppose) this decision. I am a recent college grad working in corporate finance at a F500 and still living at home. I figured that purchasing a car that doesn't come out for a couple years would give me some time to save and start investing. I fear that the car might force me to live beyond my means, especially with the estimated 40,000 average cost for the vehicle. While I do not have many expenses at the moment I surely will in a few years time... Thanks in advance!
I read somewhere that the amount of money you save on gas, makes the car actually seem like a 20-25k car in the long run.
This is one of the main reasons I am interested in a Tesla. I have a long commute to work as well fwiw.
Interesting move, I'm not a fan of Tesla's and I'm also kinda bearish on TSLA. I'd prob be more focused on moving out of my parents house first but to each their own.
Living under the parents roof and buying a car. Prioritize much? This isn't even about Tesla.
The plan is to be out of the house by mid 2017 and many estimations expect the car to be out around one year later. Will this give enough time to settle my budget and incorporate the new expense?
You'll be lucky to get yours before late 2018 since you don't already have an S or an X.
You can still take out a car loan, but ya, you should plan for a down payment.
The fact that I live very close to the Fremont factory may help with the delivery time, but I was using an early estimate as a worst-case scenario for my budget.
Get your $1,000 back and put it towards a rental deposit. I just don't understand how supposedly grown 'adults' are still living at home with their parents. Why are you doing that?
I thought I was doing something intelligent... especially living in the Bay Area. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is 2,000 (probably on the low side). It's probably not very smart to move out until I absolutely need to. Despite your belief that I must leave the home as quickly as possible, it's quite reasonable to stay put for the time being.
That's WAY too much car for a recent grad, especially one still living with their parents and in a high COL city who SOUNDS like they want to live in a nicer area without roommates. You're going to have to prioritize some things, and car should not be high on that list.
To be more helpful and less judgmental, when is the latest you can cancel? If there's no pressing need, then set yourself a challenge. Live WAY below your means for the next year, and see if you have the financial discipline to make that expensive car work. And by way below your means, I mean a savings rate that's 50% plus. If you can do that, then you can take on that expensive of a car this early in your financial life. If you end up going out to eat, buying shots, buying nice clothes, and money just "seems to disappear" and you can't stick to a budget, do yourself a favor and pick a cheaper car.
Thank you for the constructive criticism! I will have the ability to cancel the reservation all the way up until the time of production, so a little bit more than a year...
I think I can maintain a 50% savings rate in my current situation. Actually I'm saving at a rate a little higher than that right now. I'm not a flashy person who spends money on clothes and bottle service at the club. I already have a gf, so I'm not trying to impress anyone. The eventual goal is to move in with her, that is why I balk at the thought of moving in with another roommate and potentially having to break the lease.
TL;DR
yes you are a douchebag.
Lol forreal
I'd actually factor in more than $40k for that car as depending on where you are in the queue to get a Model 3, the $7,500 federal credit may start diminishing by 2017/8.
I lease a Mercedes that would considered way above my means (cars the partners at my firm drive), but you know what? I love cars, and I've loved this car for a long time. So I went for it even though it wasn't the most "financially sensible" thing to do. If you love Tesla's and owning would mean a lot to you, then go for it! Life is meant to be enjoyed not modeled out via budgeting spreadsheets. When you die it's all gone anyways.
Save as much as you can and if worst case scenario you finance it to make it work.
Agree with this post - life is too short to not enjoy the things that make you happy, even if they might be a little bit financially irresponsible. Who cares that you'll be living with your parents right out of college... If I had parents in NYC I wouldn't have thought twice about living with them when I was starting out. Ignore the naysayers and just do what will make you happy. Try and be logical and practical about what you purchase, but saving on rent will allow you to more easily cover the cost of the car.
Sounds like you're gunning for the Neal Gabler award
http://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2016/05/my-secret-shame/476…
Probably enough on the should you have/should you not have. It's never smart to buy an asset (henceforth a liability) assuming you'll have the money to pay it off...
Anyway, Federal Tax Credit of 7500 (I think) expires after first 200k are sold (done). But each state has it's own, and wouldnt surprise me if there are more Federal credits that come out. I'm also going to buy one, but TSLA has been pretty terrible at getting the first generation right, so I'll let them work out the kinks.
Also have to consider cost of installing a home charger - gotta have one to be cool.
I gave the model 3 some thought and I realized that in my current living situation, I cannot buy one. I do not have a charging station in my apartment's parking structure.
Just remember that if you move forward with your purchase, if you choose to live in an apartment, it would need the infrastructure to charge it.
Stupid move kiddo. If you have a place, right on, but you live at home with mom and dad. Furthermore, can you also afford the few thousand bucks it will cost to upgrade your electric panel to handle a dedicated 50 amp breaker to charge the thing? Ya you should prioritize your life dude. How many young kids do you know that are buying a house and a car without help from mommy and daddy? you should handle your life and drive a fkn beater first
Omg why Tesla? If you aren't ready to buy a car then you shouldn't buy it period. Maybe try real estate first..
if you're bonus can cover the car, then sure enjoy. If not, well what's a couple extra years bumming it at home?
Tesla Model 3 Shut Down (Originally Posted: 02/09/2017)
It's almost here monkeys. The Model 3 production is about to begin, and we will soon see how many of those preorders actually become sales. It will also be a turn around moment for the company, to see if they can actually launch a product right this time. The Model X was almost a disaster. If Tesla wants to really take on the major auto makers it will need to learn that part of the business. Perhaps I'm speaking out of turn because if all those pre-orders actually turn into sales, Tesla could have the highest luxury car sales in the United Sates. We'll have to wait and see, I'm betting that they get close.
Tesla to shut down factory for a week in Model 3 prep
Anyone here have their money down on a Model 3? I haven't, but have strongly considered it for a while. What are your thoughts?
Don't care much for the Model 3 tbh. I wonder when they'll finally release the next convertible, though.
Yep! Waiting the next model)
Model 3 is cool but I just can't comprehend paying that much for it ($40-50k after options idk?). I can get a 3 year old M3 for "about" the same price with 20-30k miles, and it will sound a hell of a lot better in the E92. But I mean if you are not an enthusiast type person, you wouldn't care. Tesla are taking down globs of new RE space though and a lot of their suppliers with them too.
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