Delving into the Darkside

Don Coffey · Post by **Don Coffey** » Fri Apr 01, 2016 5:21 pm

Well I've committed myself to the wrong side of the tracks once and for all. Paid my deposit on the new Tesla Model 3 today. I would love a model X but just can't justify the money so a well specced 3 for me it is.

Don

jaynana · Post by **jaynana** » Fri Apr 01, 2016 6:20 pm

Welcome to the 'dark side', although yours will be a lot greener I presume

X5Sport · Post by **X5Sport** » Fri Apr 01, 2016 7:46 pm

When are they to become available?

Don Coffey · Post by **Don Coffey** » Fri Apr 01, 2016 8:19 pm

First deliveries slatted for late 2017 but as Tesla have a history for running late I wouldn't be surprised if it was 6-12 months late. I estimate I'm at least six months after delivery starts so someway off yet.

Don

Insight G40 · Post by **Insight G40** » Fri Apr 01, 2016 8:30 pm

I like!

I personally think this is a far more realistic long term alternative to the internal combustion engine than hybrids, but I guess only time will tell if I'm right or not.

Horizon · Post by **Horizon** » Fri Apr 01, 2016 9:01 pm

[quote="Don Coffey"]
First deliveries slatted for late 2017 but as Tesla have a history for running late I wouldn't be surprised if it was 6-12 months late. I estimate I'm at least six months after delivery starts so someway off yet.

Don
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At Last, a good looking electric car

kjb1 · Post by **kjb1** » Fri Apr 01, 2016 10:01 pm

what are the pcp deals currently on these??

See they are doing them on model S and with salary sacrifice to boot!!

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Don Coffey · Post by **Don Coffey** » Fri Apr 01, 2016 10:14 pm

[quote="kjb1"]
what are the pcp deals currently on these??

See they are doing them on model S and with salary sacrifice to boot!!

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To early to say. Until specs and local prices are confirmed then we will know.

Don

jaynana · Post by **jaynana** » Sat Apr 02, 2016 8:27 am

[quote="Insight G40"]
I like!

I personally think this is a far more realistic long term alternative to the internal combustion engine than hybrids, but I guess only time will tell if I'm right or not.
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Having test driven a Tesla Model S P85D, phew! the performance was out of this world!

You're right the days are numbered on the internal combustion engine I feel. Hydrogen is around the corner as well.

That's one reason to enjoy engines as we know, while we can actually [emoji13]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3NJx-wJDAw

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Don Coffey · Post by **Don Coffey** » Sat Apr 02, 2016 11:42 am

Tesla had an event day in Belfast a couple of months ago but l was unable to attend so I haven't experienced the car yet. The combustion engine is a long way from being phased out but with cars like the Tesla and other manufacturers joining the race the thril of driving may continue long into the future.

Don

X5Sport · Post by **X5Sport** » Sat Apr 02, 2016 11:57 am

As I'm only 6 months into a 3 1/2 yr lease this can wait a while, but I have registered. If the prices are good when the £:$ conversion is done then this one makes more sense - and looks better - than the i3. The range would give me three days commuting before a charge is needed and there is talk if putting charging stations in at work.

As Don says the IC engine is far from dead and electric cars are getting better. Hydrogen fuel cells are still a little immature, and fuel availability will be an issue for a good few years yet.

I need something to carry 2 adults and a 3 year old plus luggage which has (so far) eliminated too many of the 'sensibly priced' versions.

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