Tesla Model 3 - V3.0

Red Silurian · 18-10-2023 10:18AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121252555#Comment_121252555

Tesla says it has worked to improve the interior quality – one of the main pitfalls of its predecessor

Say what? I'm diving a 231 model 3 and it has a lot of flaws but interior quality isn't one of them

sk8board · 18-10-2023 04:53PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121252504#Comment_121252504

Let’s see if Ireland gets the same price cut, but it looks like it’s actually bringing the base uk price more in line with Ireland.

It appears to be a better car in almost every way, and a big chunk off the price, so there’s no doubt it will drop the 2nd hand market a little more

Raoul · 18-10-2023 10:15PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121255547#Comment_121255547

That's exactly what I'm hoping. I am looking for a model 3 second hand. I can wait until the new year.

Joni Mitchell · 19-10-2023 02:42PM

Hi Folks,

I had my heart set on a model Y but actually now love the look of Model 3 Highland, love the headlights and the front bumper, and the interior looks better (although I wish Elon had left an indicator stalk but anyway). I hope to order in black for 44k as the grants were kept in the recent budget until 2026 so all good in that regard. When I go in to order the car on Tesla website it is telling me I will have the car in Jan/Feb 2024, how realistic is this in your opinion?

Gumbo · 19-10-2023 02:47PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121259095#Comment_121259095

As realistic as anyone can guess to be honest. I’d expect if to be near bang on.

Yurple · 19-10-2023 04:03PM

Is it still the case that tesla standard model does not come with anything like mats or charging cables and I need to order this before taking delivery?

AndyBoBandy · 19-10-2023 04:05PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121259413#Comment_121259413

No, they always came with charging cables (a Type 2 AC cable and a UMC (3 pin ‘granny charger’)), and since sometime in 2021/2022 they all come with floor mats.

Gumbo · 19-10-2023 04:36PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121259413#Comment_121259413

That’s not a case here. Internet pub talk.

My 2020 car came with all 3, mats, granny and 32a 3 phase 7.5m cable.

Yurple · 19-10-2023 04:38PM

Thank you! then I have definitely decided to go with the standard model over the long range! so exciting!! now the final choice is the colour hahaha...

DrPsychia · 19-10-2023 05:22PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121259095#Comment_121259095

If you originally chose the Model Y I presume you need the extra space or the height? There will be a very mild refreshed MY coming next year. It's available to order in China but it's only a matter of time before it's available to order here. It will have the same 0-100km/h time as the M3 RWD, slight more range due to different tyres, slightly different dash(no wood), and black plastic wheel caps instead of the current white caps.

slave1 · 20-10-2023 01:18PM

Folks, herself is using cabin preheating in the morning but I can't for the life of me see where to set the cabin temperature at, any idea?

innrain · 20-10-2023 01:41PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121262679#Comment_121262679

It takes the temp set in climate page

FaaF · 20-10-2023 01:43PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121249458#Comment_121249458

It looks like the finance deals are up but it's 6.9% for Model 3 versus 3.9% for Model Y.

Kagawa · 20-10-2023 05:35PM

When do people apply for the financing through Tesla, should I wait until closer to the delivery date in case they drop the APR?

Also, I assume the mileage you choose for the PCP only matters if you plan on trading it back in to Tesla?

Yurple · 20-10-2023 06:35PM

I tried placing the order but it comes with "Your card number was invalid. Try again" ... it is a revolut card. do they not accept revolut?? i assume they just see a visa card

Gumbo · 20-10-2023 06:41PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121264117#Comment_121264117

They do indeed. Try it on a different phone or another browser.

Yurple · 20-10-2023 06:46PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121264134#Comment_121264134

Hahaha how strange. i tried it on my phone and it worked! thank you so much

Gumbo · 20-10-2023 07:49PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121264149#Comment_121264149

Now the wait begins 😁

innrain · 20-10-2023 08:27PM

Did anybody else see this golden Tesla roaming Dublin streets? Sorry for the quality it is taken by the Tesla cam

ELM327 · 20-10-2023 08:57PM

Proof that money (or access to leverage) doesnt buy taste or class.

Conar · 20-10-2023 09:19PM

Harsh. Maybe they just like gold. Life's better with a bit of difference.

warrior00 · 20-10-2023 09:28PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121264693#Comment_121264693

How do you know he has money. Getting a car wrapped isn't that dear. Or maybe he is some arab on a visit and got the car gold plated. Well if so then yes I agree with you.

sk8board · 20-10-2023 10:25PM

They might just be a fan of Sloane Street videos from 2015

innrain · 21-10-2023 06:59AM

I think there is a qr code on the driver's door. Hard to see in these pictures and I only saw it with my bad eyes coming out of the roundabout but I believe I saw something resembling a QR on it. Let's assume a publicity stunt. I found it funny

Gumbo · 21-10-2023 04:52PM

Owners, don’t ignore the servicing of the car. I was lucky. Mechanic said my oil filter was completely worn and needed replacement today.

Raoul · 22-10-2023 12:44AM

Currently it seems like it would actually be better value to buy a new Tesla than buy 2nd hand. Am I off the mark here? Do we think the 2nd hand price of a model 3 will come down significantly prior to the year end or the beginning of next year?

sk8board · 22-10-2023 01:01AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121269721#Comment_121269721

In a word yes. New is the best value tesla still.

Not many cars on the 2nd hand market. LRs are the best value if you can get a good deal. A late 21 or 22 car was €65/67k new, but obviously significantly less now with all the price cuts. Not many owners getting out of them to crystallise the loss, except those moving to the Y maybe.

the only benchmark of sorts appears to be 2020 cars selling in the €23-28k range, anything more and they just sit there. I’ve some private sale ads saved for months and months asking slightly more but not selling. they’d have been roughly €48k cars new I think, and they’d be US cars with the chrome and different batteries, so it’s about right for 3yr depreciation.

JOL1 · 22-10-2023 01:25AM

Best value at Moment is Model 3 LR RWD (still a few in Inventory for immediate delivery with cheap finance which saves thousands over life of loan for anyone avaialing of finance)

poker--addict · 22-10-2023 08:07PM

Definitely - I also have several used cars saved for months and they aren't moving. For an extra 3-4K in many cases you get a new car instead, 0Km, full warranty, no unknown driving history, and possibly 0% finance if timed right.

I suspect sellers are anchored by the price they paid pre price cuts, which is human nature, but totally irrelevant to current valuations.

With a new Y I don't really want to stretch to a new model 3 price as our other car, and may now end up with an ID3 or similar, as the second had teslas prices represent no value in my view.

eagerv · 22-10-2023 08:39PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121271985#Comment_121271985

I wouldn’t worry about getting an ID3. Very good car. Wouldn’t have sold mine for my Model 3 had the second hand market not been crazy high at the time. ID was a fun car, very refined and well screwed together..😊

Tesla Model 3 - V3.0

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