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JST · 09-27-2018, 11:02 PM

There's been some sort of paperwork snafu that was caused in part by carelessness on my end, but which now likely won't be corrected by Tesla in time to do delivery by Saturday.

Communication has not been particularly speedy.

Meanwhile, I'm feeling kind of ambivalent about the whole thing and am contemplating just keeping the Model S. I'd end up out my deposit, which is non-refundable at this point, but also I'm just not that excited about it and am wondering if I'm making a mistake.

rumatt · 09-27-2018, 11:04 PM

Hmmmm what changed?

Besides this?
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-t...-idUSKCN1M72OI

JST · 09-27-2018, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by rumatt

Hmmmm what changed?

Besides this?
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-t...-idUSKCN1M72OI

No, that really doesn't have anything to do with it. The Model 3 is going to be a better car than the S in a whole lot of ways, but is it going to be better enough to spend all this extra money on? Maybe. But maybe not.

rumatt · 09-27-2018, 11:57 PM

Do you actually like driving the S? I doubt I would jump in on a first gen, mass produced, rushed to production vehicle if I already had an EV that I liked.

But two questions:

1. Which car would you rather drive to work every day.

2. Will the lost money actually impact your life in any way.

rumatt · 09-28-2018, 07:30 AM

You're not the only one having second thoughts.

NY state clarified their position in the tax rebate and it went from $2000 to $500 for the performance model now.
https://teslamotorsclub.com/tmc/thre...rmance.129392/

I could save $16,500 if switched to a non-performance, and it'll be just as fast above 60 mph. This is getting ridiculous.

ZBB · 09-28-2018, 09:13 AM

So… I picked the 3 up yesterday after work from the warranty repairs. Looked great.

Then on the way to work this morning, I was in an accident. The car is pretty badly damaged -- possibly totaled (frame is clearly damaged). I'm OK, so are the other drivers (3 car accident), but am a bit shaken up.

The car that hit me is at fault (police stated multiple times). I was on my way to work going down a 2 lane road that I take to get to work. It was really foggy this morning. Teenager was behind a Yukon pulling a (fortunately empty) horse trailer -- both were going the other direction. I was behind at least 2 and possibly 4 other cars (I think it was 3, but the Yukon driver thought it was 3 or 4). Then I saw something out of a movie -- followed quickly by tires squealing. Headlights were suddenly coming at me, swerving to avoid the cars ahead of me (this turned out to be a Honda Civic driven by a 17 year old girl). I hit the breaks thinking the car was going to hit one of them, and I'd have to avoid running into a car ahead. Nope -- the Civic somehow avoided all the cars ahead of me and got ahead of the Yukon. But it looks like she clipped the Yukon, and she over-reacted by coming into my lane, hitting the 3 in the driver's side rear door, rear wheel, and quarter panel. The Civic then hit a power pole and bounced to the other side of the road -- it is definitely totaled. Speaking with the Yukon driver, she said that the Civic was tailgating her and she hit her breaks hard when the Civic pulled out -- she could see the oncoming traffic.

The 3 has a damaged rear door (that won't open), bent frame, bent rear axel, and damage to the rear bumper panel. Its not drivable. I've already filed my insurance claim and should talk to an adjuster later today. I'm going to push for a replacement -- our insurance has that feature on cars <1 year old (I'll have to push that they cover the price increases also). Based on other Tesla accidents, I believe it will be totaled. With the lead time to order a Tesla, I'd like to know quickly so I can get an order in soon -- and minimize the amount of time I'm in a rental (and I'm traveling next week, so don't need to get a rental for about 10 days…)

Here's a pic of the damage...

*clyde* · 09-28-2018, 09:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZBB

So… I picked the 3 up yesterday after work from the warranty repairs. Looked great.

Then on the way to work this morning, I was in an accident. The car is pretty badly damaged -- possibly totaled (frame is clearly damaged). I'm OK, so are the other drivers (3 car accident), but am a bit shaken up.

Ugh. Glad to hear you and everyone are okay, but ugh.

wdc330i · 09-28-2018, 09:16 AM

Ugh. So sorry! I hope there are no lasting physical effects.

ZBB · 09-28-2018, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by wdc330i

Ugh. So sorry! I hope there are no lasting physical effects.

Thanks. I actually changed my police report before submitting it to change the injuries box from no to yes -- I am feeling a little bit of lower back pain. I figured I'd better note that just in case I need treatment.

Its not bad now, and may be fine. But just in case it gets worse.

rumatt · 09-28-2018, 09:31 AM

Holy shit that is terrible. I'm sorry, man.

09-28-2018, 09:13 AM	#716
ZBB Relic Join Date: Oct 2003 Carmudgeonly Ride: A very fast golf cart Location: The Valley of the Sun Posts: 12,821	So… I picked the 3 up yesterday after work from the warranty repairs. Looked great. Then on the way to work this morning, I was in an accident. The car is pretty badly damaged -- possibly totaled (frame is clearly damaged). I'm OK, so are the other drivers (3 car accident), but am a bit shaken up. The car that hit me is at fault (police stated multiple times). I was on my way to work going down a 2 lane road that I take to get to work. It was really foggy this morning. Teenager was behind a Yukon pulling a (fortunately empty) horse trailer -- both were going the other direction. I was behind at least 2 and possibly 4 other cars (I think it was 3, but the Yukon driver thought it was 3 or 4). Then I saw something out of a movie -- followed quickly by tires squealing. Headlights were suddenly coming at me, swerving to avoid the cars ahead of me (this turned out to be a Honda Civic driven by a 17 year old girl). I hit the breaks thinking the car was going to hit one of them, and I'd have to avoid running into a car ahead. Nope -- the Civic somehow avoided all the cars ahead of me and got ahead of the Yukon. But it looks like she clipped the Yukon, and she over-reacted by coming into my lane, hitting the 3 in the driver's side rear door, rear wheel, and quarter panel. The Civic then hit a power pole and bounced to the other side of the road -- it is definitely totaled. Speaking with the Yukon driver, she said that the Civic was tailgating her and she hit her breaks hard when the Civic pulled out -- she could see the oncoming traffic. The 3 has a damaged rear door (that won't open), bent frame, bent rear axel, and damage to the rear bumper panel. Its not drivable. I've already filed my insurance claim and should talk to an adjuster later today. I'm going to push for a replacement -- our insurance has that feature on cars <1 year old (I'll have to push that they cover the price increases also). Based on other Tesla accidents, I believe it will be totaled. With the lead time to order a Tesla, I'd like to know quickly so I can get an order in soon -- and minimize the amount of time I'm in a rental (and I'm traveling next week, so don't need to get a rental for about 10 days…) Here's a pic of the damage... Attached Thumbnails __________________ ZBB

09-27-2018, 11:02 PM	#711
JST 195 Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 24,607	There's been some sort of paperwork snafu that was caused in part by carelessness on my end, but which now likely won't be corrected by Tesla in time to do delivery by Saturday. Communication has not been particularly speedy. Meanwhile, I'm feeling kind of ambivalent about the whole thing and am contemplating just keeping the Model S. I'd end up out my deposit, which is non-refundable at this point, but also I'm just not that excited about it and am wondering if I'm making a mistake.

09-27-2018, 11:04 PM	#712
rumatt Mugwump Join Date: Oct 2003 Carmudgeonly Ride: E46 330i, Chevy Colorado, Tesla Model 3 Location: NY Posts: 17,475	Hmmmm what changed? Besides this? https://www.reuters.com/article/us-t...-idUSKCN1M72OI

09-27-2018, 11:57 PM	#714
rumatt Mugwump Join Date: Oct 2003 Carmudgeonly Ride: E46 330i, Chevy Colorado, Tesla Model 3 Location: NY Posts: 17,475	Do you actually like driving the S? I doubt I would jump in on a first gen, mass produced, rushed to production vehicle if I already had an EV that I liked. But two questions: 1. Which car would you rather drive to work every day. 2. Will the lost money actually impact your life in any way.

09-28-2018, 07:30 AM	#715
rumatt Mugwump Join Date: Oct 2003 Carmudgeonly Ride: E46 330i, Chevy Colorado, Tesla Model 3 Location: NY Posts: 17,475	You're not the only one having second thoughts. NY state clarified their position in the tax rebate and it went from $2000 to $500 for the performance model now. https://teslamotorsclub.com/tmc/thre...rmance.129392/ I could save $16,500 if switched to a non-performance, and it'll be just as fast above 60 mph. This is getting ridiculous.

09-28-2018, 09:16 AM	#718
wdc330i dogged Join Date: Dec 2003 Carmudgeonly Ride: '22 M440 xDrive GC Posts: 13,282	Ugh. So sorry! I hope there are no lasting physical effects.

09-28-2018, 09:31 AM	#720
rumatt Mugwump Join Date: Oct 2003 Carmudgeonly Ride: E46 330i, Chevy Colorado, Tesla Model 3 Location: NY Posts: 17,475	Holy shit that is terrible. I'm sorry, man.