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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:30:55 PM EST
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About the only place the shitty range of a Tesla, plus shitty gas prices, makes some sense. Buy a used leaf instead, and pay off your student loans. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:31:11 PM EST
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Cars that cost that much are for cash buyers that don't care what the maintenance/future concerns are. It sounds like that is not you, dude.
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:31:41 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: For thread sake let’s say: 0 down, 72month term, 2% rate, payment $1671ish. 
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:31:54 PM EST
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lol I might be @ to you in the next week or so with a new ride.....more to follow. Trying to negotiate on it now. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:32:28 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: My mortgage, taxes, insurance, and car payment combined are less than that. 
Horrible financial decision. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:34:48 PM EST
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Shitty range? I am in sales and can't figure out where all you guys drive on the daily that you need in excess of 300 miles round trip. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:36:21 PM EST
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My mortgage, taxes, insurance, and car payment combined are less than that.
Horrible financial decision. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: For thread sake let’s say: 0 down, 72month term, 2% rate, payment $1671ish. My credit union hit my wife with a better payment for 20% down, 60month, .8% rate.
Horrible financial decision. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:36:25 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: For thread sake let’s say: 0 down, 72month term, 2% rate, payment $1671ish. My credit union hit my wife with a better payment for 20% down, 60month, .8% rate. Why don't you just buy a house & take an Uber everywhere? |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:37:01 PM EST
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I fucking love GD, I missed you guys.
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:38:08 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: $1671/month? Why don't you just buy a house & take an Uber everywhere? OP, don’t. Seriously, I buy stupid cars like Rovers and Audi’s and even I wouldn’t do that. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:39:16 PM EST
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How about the standard range versions in zero degree weather during the winter? Nobody ever drives 100 miles in a day? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:39:58 PM EST
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They do absolutely nothing for me.
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:40:02 PM EST
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I have 2 Model S's (one for me, one for the wife) and could not be happier with them. 5 years of ownership and over 100k miles on mine, 4 years and 90k on hers, and they have exceeded every expectation. I say go for it! Feel free to hit me up via PM if you have any questions about tesla, supercharging, owership experience, ect.
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:40:33 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I don't think OP is talking about a standard range base model 3 for $110k... 
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:41:15 PM EST
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What does a woman need a car that does 0-60 in 2 seconds or whatever the ludicrous mode does? Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: I don't think OP is talking about a standard range base model 3 for $110k... |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:41:32 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: $1671/month? Why don't you just buy a house & take an Uber everywhere? Down the street from me https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/46-288-Nahewai-St_Kaneohe_HI_96744_M89819-97932?view=qv |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:42:07 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: To hit the car in front of her faster, of course. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:42:17 PM EST
[#18]
the X is embarrassing, i rather drive a KIA
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:42:25 PM EST
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OP, buy a Tesla, in a year or two, they just recently bought Maxwell and their dry cell tech, that alone is going to fix their manufacturing problems in the battery sector (16 times less floor space, due to no drying ovens & racks as well as no time wasted slowly drying them) this is a huge bottle neck in their manufacturing solved, along with greater energy density and improved charge times, pretty much better in all areas battery wise.
Their next gen car using that is probably going to be the first to really pass over the threshold of cost/benefits needed to be great success. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:42:33 PM EST
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Ignore ALL the negative nancys!
Buy that fucker tomorrow! |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:42:55 PM EST
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I have 2 Model S's (one for me, one for the wife) and could not be happier with them. 5 years of ownership and over 100k miles on mine, 4 years and 90k on hers, and they have exceeded every expectation. I say go for it! Feel free to hit me up via PM if you have any questions about tesla, supercharging, owership experience, ect. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:42:56 PM EST
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Don’t those have automatic braking that prevents that? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:43:45 PM EST
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Buy the tesla after you've paid off student loans
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:44:12 PM EST
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OP, buy a Tesla, in a year or two, they just recently bought Maxwell and their dry cell tech, that alone is going to fix their manufacturing problems in the battery sector (16 times less floor space, due to no drying ovens & racks as well as no time wasted slowly drying them) this is a huge bottle neck in their manufacturing solved, along with greater energy density and improved charge times, pretty much better in all areas battery wise. Their next gen car using that is probably going to be the first to really pass over the threshold of cost/benefits needed to be great success. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:44:56 PM EST
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Buy the tesla after you've paid off student loans |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:45:29 PM EST
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OP,
There are some fantastic electric offerings either here or coming from Jag, Audi, Porsche, you name it. You check out the Jaguar E thingy yet? |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:48:00 PM EST
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OP, There are some fantastic electric offerings either here or coming from Jag, Audi, Porsche, you name it. You check out the Jaguar E thingy yet? Checked out the BMW i3 wife didn’t like it |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:49:17 PM EST
[#28]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Bruh, did you see my rent? I don’t want to buy a house here. Down the street from me https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/46-288-Nahewai-St_Kaneohe_HI_96744_M89819-97932?view=qv Live in it. Drive it to work. Put a satellite dish on top of it. Still cheaper than a Tesla... |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:50:14 PM EST
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I make waaay more than that and would not even consider a 100k car, let alone a soulless tesla.
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:50:21 PM EST
[#30]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Not yet, going to try to do that on Wednesday. Checked out the BMW i3 wife didn’t like it  Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:54:08 PM EST
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They have a reputation for really shitty quality control and customer service.
I would be tempted if it weren't for those two facts. Since OP is obviously shy, and won't tell us where he lives, it's hard to comment intelligently. If you live in southern new england, they would be good, if you live in Montana, not so good. Maybe I missed OP's location. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 8:55:34 PM EST
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I’ve sat in a Jaguar I-Pace recently and the quality blows Tesla away. Even the high end S models.
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:02:15 PM EST
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Personally, I don't think Teslas are a practical car. They still needs lots more development. I would rather put the money into a house or paying loans. Now that DJT has made the US the top exporter of crude oil and NG, I think there will be less demand for electric cars. BTW some state govts are thinking of taxing the miles you drive, they can't do that with older cars, but the newer ones they could.
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:09:12 PM EST
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I believe in the buy what you want in a car when you have the money and are willing to spend it philosophy. From your post, you're not there yet. Nk o offense meant, but you guys are worried about spending 20k and that's to pay off what you already borrowed. Now, you're talking about borrowing a bunch more money to buy something you can't afford.
Pay off your debts. Save your money. And, then buy what you like. Anything else and you're paying the dealer and a premium to the bank instead of getting a premium on your own investments. Just my 2 cents. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:10:11 PM EST
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They have a reputation for really shitty quality control and customer service. I would be tempted if it weren't for those two facts. Since OP is obviously shy, and won't tell us where he lives, it's hard to comment intelligently. If you live in southern new england, they would be good, if you live in Montana, not so good. Maybe I missed OP's location. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:14:51 PM EST
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BUY IT! You know you want to! Doooo eeet!
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:16:59 PM EST
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I believe in the buy what you want in a car when you have the money and are willing to spend it philosophy. From your post, you're not there yet. Nk o offense meant, but you guys are worried about spending 20k and that's to pay off what you already borrowed. Now, you're talking about borrowing a bunch more money to buy something you can't afford. Pay off your debts. Save your money. And, then buy what you like. Anything else and you're paying the dealer and a premium to the bank instead of getting a premium on your own investments. Just my 2 cents. I did not list savings, investments, retirement but I did mention a pension. I left those things out because I’m not asking about those things. I’m asking about buying a certain type of car. But I do highly appreciate your advice, thank you |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:18:10 PM EST
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BUY IT! You know you want to! Doooo eeet! |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:18:35 PM EST
[#39]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Good answer. I did not list savings, investments, retirement but I did mention a pension. I left those things out because I’m not asking about those things. I’m asking about buying a certain type of car. But I do highly appreciate your advice, thank you |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:26:28 PM EST
[#40]
Quote HistoryQuoted: For thread sake let's say: 0 down, 72month term, 2% rate, payment $1671ish. My credit union hit my wife with a better payment for 20% down, 60month, .8% rate. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:31:30 PM EST
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Government subsidies are making him rich.
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:39:25 PM EST
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OP it seems you came into this to get your already made decision validated, which is fine. Enjoy the Tesla! |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:40:21 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Not entirely Commander, I have decided that my wife deserves anything she wants. She has to choose to spend the money. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:41:47 PM EST
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I looked for a while for a used S but wanted AWD and it seems those were more rare.
Watching the ludicrous S models smoke Lambos on YouTube is always fun. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:43:19 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Not entirely Commander, I have decided that my wife deserves anything she wants. She has to choose to spend the money. 
In that case, the thread should have been titled: “What color should my wife’s new Tesla be?” When my wife bought her Panamera several years ago, her second choice was actually a Tesla S. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:46:15 PM EST
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Don’t forget to add in the charger cost for your garage. If I’m not mistaken you need a special charger to get the quick charge.
We have an owner here who might be able to say more but I think the regular outlets charge way slow. Either that or hit a charging station once or twice a week. The cost when I researched was about $2k |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:46:31 PM EST
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As a single guy who makes a little less money than you per year AND I have cheaper rent, I do not consider myself nearly wealthy enough to buy a $100,000 car.
I’d maybe consider it at my salary if I had no rent or mortgage, but even then, ehhh. I’d seriously look at a Model 3 long range over the $100k+ offerings for around $50k. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:49:43 PM EST
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Smart man. Some things are more important than money! Quoted:
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In that case, the thread should have been titled: “What color should my wife’s new Tesla be?” When my wife bought her Panamera several years ago, her second choice was actually a Tesla S. DK that’s why I came here brother, I’ll take her to the Porsche dealer later this week. You’re the 2nd Porsche comment I hadn’t even thought about those. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:51:36 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Thanks gents! DK that’s why I came here brother, I’ll take her to the Porsche dealer later this week. You’re the 2nd Porsche comment I hadn’t even thought about those. 
We drove a new Macan S and I was giggling at how fast it was compared to my Rover. |
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Posted: 8/4/2019 9:53:31 PM EST
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The new vette came out 2020. FINALLY for once in its history it NOW looks and performs like a supercar.... for $60k! thats a steal.... fully loaded sedans and 4 door trucks cost more than that.
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