So who is getting a Model 3?

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FurtiveFreddy

8,577 posts

236 months

Saturday 10th September 2016
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RemarkLima said:
I think my main problem with the model 3 is that it is looking seriously fugly! Without the need for the bonnet height to engine block they could have done something really elegant... But to me, is just looks tacky sadly.

The Model S is the best of the lot as I agree with many others that the X is even worse...

The i3 and i8 are lightyears ahead by comparision IMHO.
Just making sure I've got this right. You're saying this is lightyears ahead of a Model 3 in terms of styling?



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Tonsko

6,299 posts

214 months

Saturday 10th September 2016
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FurtiveFreddy said:
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Quite!

RemarkLima

2,366 posts

211 months

Saturday 10th September 2016
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Tonsko said:
FurtiveFreddy said:
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Quite!
I think the i3 is a fresh sheet of paper, and the i8 is fantastic... Otherwise everything is just bland sameness all round.

The Model 3, for me, in my opinion, to my eyes, for my tastes (ad hoc - you get the idea) is a) quite bland, b) badly proportioned. The pic above is probably one of the better angles, but in the same vein, you're telling me this looks good?



To me, it looks like "generic C segment car type A" from some budget PC racing game, with little or no interesting features other than the lack of front grill... At least the i3 stands out, and like most BMW designs, I'd imagine will follow exactly the same pattern as they all have, be shocking and then turn out to set the trend and survive well. I can't see the Model 3 being hailed as a design classic... I'd they'd made it more like a 60's swooping, flowing design they'd have my money!

I guess, for me again, having a blank sheet to work from, and no previous design history or hertiage to come from, it's the one area Tesla seem to have missed. I'm sure there's an element of "make it look normal", but it just seems like a missed opportunity. On the flipside, you could probably say that about most cars now, so what do I know?

Tonsko

6,299 posts

214 months

Sunday 11th September 2016
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I can see your argument. The i8 is nice, but i don't like the i3. Also both are quite expensive - granted, there's no price info on the optioned up T3, chances are it will work out similar to i3, which will be more than i want to spend. If it holds to Musk's predictions of mid 20s to early 30s, I'll take a slightly more bland design (even though i still think it looks pretty swish) over the 'pug' look of i3.

RemarkLima

2,366 posts

211 months

Monday 12th September 2016
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Tonsko said:
I can see your argument. The i8 is nice, but i don't like the i3. Also both are quite expensive - granted, there's no price info on the optioned up T3, chances are it will work out similar to i3, which will be more than i want to spend. If it holds to Musk's predictions of mid 20s to early 30s, I'll take a slightly more bland design (even though i still think it looks pretty swish) over the 'pug' look of i3.
I just can't see how it'll be mid 20's without cutting some serious corners... and 30's is i3 price without the carbon fibre.

For me, it'd just make me want a Model S because of the looks wink

Tonsko

6,299 posts

214 months

Monday 12th September 2016
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I guess we will find out. In about 4 years :lol:

garreth64

663 posts

220 months

Saturday 15th October 2016
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IN51GHT said:
Mine arrived yesterday too.

I still haven't received one of these. I'm not too bothered, though it would be nice to have, but am just a little concerned that I'm not on a list somewhere that I should be on, in case it affects my order in any way.

garreth64

663 posts

220 months

Thursday 20th October 2016
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anonymous said:
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Yes that is a valid point, a fully loaded, dual motor, more powerful Model 3 with Supercharging could be quite expensive, but I'm happy to wait and see on the final pricing before deciding.

At current exchange rates at a one to one conversion (which I appreciate it may not be), we are looking at roughly:

Base price $35,000 - £28,500

Options based on Model S pricing: (hoping they will be cheaper on M3 but who knows)

Autopilot - $5000 - £4000
Premium pack - $3000 - £2500
Sub Zero pack - $1000 - £800
Sound pack - $2500 - £2000

More powerful battery - $8,500 to $10,000 - £7000 to £8000 (based on diff between 60D and 75D, and 75D to 90D)
Dual Motor - $5000 - £4000
Supercharging - who knows?

Less Govt grant of £4,500 if it still exists in 2018.

M3Driver

171 posts

163 months

Thursday 20th October 2016
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My guess is that whatever the USD cost in the States will be, that will be the GBP cost in the UK. So, $35,000 car basic in USA will cost £35,000 in the UK.

IN51GHT

8,777 posts

209 months

Thursday 20th October 2016
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I'd love to know what the largest battery they are going to fit in these is. I read somewhere Elon saying the 0-60 of the top spec Model 3's will be "as close to two seconds as possible" but I can't find the article anywhere.

There is a part of me that keeps looking at Model S's to fill the gap.

FurtiveFreddy

8,577 posts

236 months

Thursday 20th October 2016
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New reservations will now be looking at 2018 for delivery of their cars.

If you have reserved a Model 3 close to the launch date, I suspect you'll be able to sell it at a premium the day after you take delivery of it.

In any case, the £/$ can move significantly between now and the time you have to pay the balance.

Tonsko

6,299 posts

214 months

Thursday 20th October 2016
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FurtiveFreddy said:
If you have reserved a Model 3 close to the launch date, I suspect you'll be able to sell it at a premium the day after you take delivery of it.
Have thought about this. But then I wouldn't be able to drive it and would have to wait another year!

JonV8V

7,177 posts

123 months

Thursday 20th October 2016
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I heard somebody cancelled his reservation and made £100 on the currency rate. A bird in the hand..

uuf361

3,154 posts

221 months

Friday 21st October 2016
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JonV8V said:
I heard somebody cancelled his reservation and made £100 on the currency rate. A bird in the hand..
I thought if you reserved in the UK you paid £1k deposit not $, I know mine was £1k.


dxg

8,122 posts

259 months

Sunday 23rd October 2016
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Any thoughts on this (asking here, because this seems to be the most active debate):

https://twitter.com/FiskerOfficial/status/78913901...

They were too early to market originally, but what will "new battery tech" this offer?
http://uk.businessinsider.com/henrik-fisker-is-usi...

Tonsko

6,299 posts

214 months

Sunday 23rd October 2016
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It might rob Tesla of some S sales, but anyone considering the model 3 is likely to not be in the Fisker's price bracket. All power to him though! Competition won't hurt.

Blaster72

10,772 posts

196 months

Tuesday 28th February 2017
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Does anyone know if the Model 3 is going to be a hatch or a saloon (with boot). Also, will there be a front storage area?

I'm really struggling to find any solid details on this car which is strange as Tesla are saying they'll ramp up to produce 80,000 cars this year.

Any news also on the battery size?

I keep dithering over placing a deposit but can't bring myself to do it as there's such a lack of information on this car.

p1stonhead

25,489 posts

166 months

Tuesday 28th February 2017
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Blaster72 said:
Does anyone know if the Model 3 is going to be a hatch or a saloon (with boot). Also, will there be a front storage area?

I'm really struggling to find any solid details on this car which is strange as Tesla are saying they'll ramp up to produce 80,000 cars this year.

Any news also on the battery size?

I keep dithering over placing a deposit but can't bring myself to do it as there's such a lack of information on this car.
saloon boot. IIRC its because they want the glass to go all the way up and over from the windscreen to the bootlid so they couldnt split it in the middle for a hatch. Shame as it would be a much more usable car with a hatchback.



and yes it has a 'frunk'





Edited by p1stonhead on Tuesday 28th February 07:52

Blaster72

10,772 posts

196 months

Tuesday 28th February 2017
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Aargh, that's a real shame about the boot. Thanks for the info though, I've never seen those photos before beer

Tonsko

6,299 posts

214 months

Tuesday 28th February 2017
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p1stonhead said:
and yes it has a 'frunk'
'Froot' is much better.

As in, 'I'll see you in a bit. I'm going to dump this fruit in my froot for my fruity mate'.