Model 3 Performance - Pulled the trigger
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Tesla offered me $22K before, probably less now. Of course money talks. Or I may help out a family member, not sure.
Man, someone could get a really great deal on this. They can also run it through (I forget the name) and get the $4000 rebate. I wish I was in the market now.
And a McLaren 720s is just an expensive GT86 then. lol
It isn’t a required purchase at least. I’m not a fan and won’t pay for it. I have tried it and it’s not for me.
A friend in the hangar next door purchased a Model Y performance. I drove it down the curvy airport road and was completely impressed. Unfortunately, I chipped the paint on the rear hatch by opening it into something. Offered him $400 on the spot for that damage and he refused. I still feel badly about that.
Is there a reason you chose the 3 over the Y?
Is there a reason you chose the 3 over the Y?
I could answer that myself. It’s faster, just got the redesign, and isn’t a crossover. That’s why I would buy one. It’s why we bought the regular Model 3 instead of the Model Y. The Model Y is popular for obvious reasons, but it’s a tall, ungainly looking version of the Model 3 to me.
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OVERKILL
$100 Site Donor 2021
Congrats Jeff! Will be looking forward to seeing some pictures when you take possession.
510hp, 4 wheel drive, corners at 1g. That's a nice ****box...
Yes. I am not a Y customer; while it makes a lotta sense in many ways, it is not for me. I am a sedan guy, as is wifey for a fun car.
Remember, never buy a sensible car.
The Highland refresh is a new car, something like 90% new parts. The Model Y and pre-refresh 3 were basically the base car with more power, bigger wheels and summer performance tires. The Y Performance is still the old car. The M3P has track mode switchable suspension, bigger brakes, light wheels and much more. The seats are better bolstered and are fantastic.
M3P from the website. There are a few YT videos; more to come.
I drive a Jag F-Type with a few mods. It's quick by old school standards. Yesterday, a Model 3 perf, well let's just say, I let off because there was no reason to do anything else.
SammyChevelleTypeS3
$50 site donor 2023
It is a sharp looking car. Like the front end look.
I’ve got to say I thought it looked generic in pictures until I saw it in person. I think they did well here.
SammyChevelleTypeS3
$50 site donor 2023
I have noticed lately that "white" paint almost always makes vehicles look extra nice compared to some other colors. My black/silver Chevelle was one of the hardest to keep clean.
100% unnecessary and will never be used or tested
That fits every performance car. Doesn’t mean you don’t pay for the privilege. Figure a site about cars would have a healthy amount of car enthusiasts that do just that. I know I do. I could have bought a base $23k Jetta if I just wanted a VW with 4 doors.
"Never buy a sensible car."
You are 100% correct. No one need a car like this, or a Vette, Porsche, Bro Dozer, BMW, MBZ, you name it.
I love the car we have.
There are a couple of reasons I am buying this one. Need is not one of them.
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