Model S Long Term

Model S Long Term

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orbit123

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243 posts

193 months

Sunday 15th May 2022
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I bought a Model S 75 new back in 2017 and it has like 50000 miles or so now. Its had various niggles with trim when newer but touch wood nothing else at all really. I'm used to likes of Landrover / RR and by time 5 years old they cost us a few £k per year with something serious failing now and again. Normally I'd change around then as they became more of a hassle or get it a massive overhaul (normally at a huge cost). With COVID and WFH changes I do even less mileage. The new model S seems lovely but has nothing I'm bothered about and basically looks same! I'm not too fussed for getting a brand new car just for sake of it and in general probably detaching myself from that car consumer cycle the older I get.

I'm thinking to keep it for another 5 years (maybe longer) and hoping with the overall simpler design an EV has and knowing entire car history that won't be a huge risk. I don't mind a £5k bill at some point but what is worst case?! I was looking for general thoughts?

orbit123

Original Poster:

243 posts

193 months

Wednesday 18th May 2022
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Thanks very much!
I suppose it is a big consideration that there should be more independent garages to get big fixes in the future.
At the moment if I look at cost the change it seems terrible - and my car really still feels like it did when new.
I presume I'd need to wait 2 years for a new one too!