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....Also, how cool would it be to have an electric 1:18 Tesla RC car!
Looks like Rheazombi got her wish, but at 15" it's about 1:10 scale.
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Tdave
11-19-2009, 11:29 AM
Looks pretty faithful to the real car, except for the front spoiler.
Aha! $24.99 at Target!
Via Chelsea:
Tesla Roadster R/C 1:16 : Target (http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/177-8413717-0684946?ASIN=B001T1ED7K&AFID=Froogle&LNM=B001T1ED7K%7CTesla_Roadster_R/C_1:16&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=B001T1ED7K&ref=tgt_adv_XSG10001)
Tesla Roadster in a 1:16 scale.The Roadster has a fully detailed interior. The body is made of heavy gauge plastic for durability. The Remote Control is Full function and indluces Forward, Backward, Left, Right. Color selection may vary.
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41vT4F%2BepnL._AA260_.jpghttp://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41kkhi-9sdL._AA260_.jpg
dpeilow
11-19-2009, 03:59 PM
Is this the first time an EV has been made into a scale EV?
Is this the first time an EV has been made into a scale EV?
You mean it's not a fossil fuel RC car? :tongue:
THANK YOU FOR YOUR ORDER!
Estimated delivery: December 9, 2009 to December 29, 2009 Qty. Item Price 1 Tesla Roadster R/C 1:16Maya Group, The; Toy; $24.99 https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/G/16/misc/transparent-pixel._V42752373_.gif Subtotal of Items: $24.99 Shipping & Handling: $6.23 ----------- Total before tax: $31.22 Estimated Tax: $2.88 ----------- Total for this Order: $34.10
By the way, Amazon shows it as out of stock (http://www.amazon.com/MAYA-GROUP-MT1006A-Tesla-Roadster/dp/B001T1ED7K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=toys-and-games&qid=1258691151&sr=8-1).
That first link looks kinda like a scam (on sale for $58.88 from $99.99!!) so I'm going to remove it.
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ChargeIt!
11-20-2009, 08:49 AM
You mean it's not a fossil fuel RC car? :tongue:
Very good point , edo ! All those fossil fuel real cars seem to be doing REALLY WELL after electrification into an ELECTRIC scale model ! :biggrin:
rolosrevenge
11-20-2009, 02:59 PM
What I wonder is if they still have the battery pack and the motor in the same place :tongue:
dpeilow
11-21-2009, 10:47 AM
Anyone seen how quick it is?
Had to laugh at this (http://green.autoblog.com/2009/11/20/rc-tesla-roadster-arrives-just-in-time-for-christmas/#comments):
If you buy it in Colorado, you get to take a $20 tax credit. (and no, I'm not serious).
...we thought you'd like to know that we shipped your items today and that your order is now complete.
Items in this shipment:
Tesla Roadster R/C 1:16 (http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html?ie=UTF8&asin=B001T1ED7K)
Quantity Shipped: 1 http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/16/misc/transparent-pixel._V42752373_.gif $24.99
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(It is listed as back in stock at target.com now)
Tdave
12-04-2009, 01:30 PM
I received mine. Pretty damn cool. Don't care that it's RC, as it will just sit on a shelf in my office.
I received mine. Pretty damn cool. Don't care that it's RC, as it will just sit on a shelf in my office.
*ahem*
Video and photos, please.
Mark Petersen
12-06-2009, 03:37 AM
can't wait for the S version
hmm, note it looks to be the EU version as the numberplave is extra wide :-)
My son has to wait a couple of weeks before he gets to open it...
http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=496&stc=1&d=1260421656
The paint quality and detail work is nice for a model at this price.
http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=513&stc=1&d=1261767910
Shift lever from a 2008 model:
http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=514&stc=1&d=1261769146
But the under-body quick-swap, Better-Place-compatible traction pack from a 2012 model! :wink::
http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=515&stc=1&d=1261769386
What I wonder is if they still have the battery pack and the motor in the same place :tongue:
Not for the battery pack... Under-body tray... improved center of gravity!
But, the motor and "PEM" are in the right place!
http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=516&stc=1&d=1261770973
SByer
12-25-2009, 04:56 PM
Yes, I now have three sizes of Roadster - small, extra small (rc), and matchbox. The small one is still the most fun ;-)
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2 out of 3 will have to do (for now)...
By the way, the headlights work on the RC car.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3cpbcsu9lw
michaellindahl
01-01-2010, 10:37 AM
Yes, I now have three sizes of Roadster - small, extra small (rc), and matchbox. The small one is still the most fun ;-)
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What do you mean? The $100,000 Roadster, the HotWheels Roadster, and the Radio Controlled Roadster? or I am missing one?
Yes, that is what he meant ("matchbox" ~= "HotWheels"...)
michaellindahl
01-02-2010, 05:07 PM
Yes, that is what he meant ("matchbox" ~= "HotWheels"...)
Actually just today I found out there is 3 sizes, total of 5 models you can get;
They got HotWheels in Red (http://www.amazon.com/Hot-Wheels-First-Tesla-Roadster/dp/B002HXSGWC?&camp=212361&linkCode=wey&tag=miclinssit-20&creative=391817), Blue (http://www.amazon.com/Hot-Wheels-2008-026-Models-Roadster/dp/B0022S2EHK?&camp=212361&linkCode=wey&tag=miclinssit-20&creative=391817), and Silver (http://www.amazon.com/Hot-Wheels-2008-026-Models-Roadster/dp/B001ZRD6ZI?&camp=212361&linkCode=wey&tag=miclinssit-20&creative=391817); avalible on Amazon for ~ $10
Then the Maya Group makes a MaxTech Radio Controlled model (http://www.mayagroup.com/products/model.aspx?id=33) in two sizes: 1:10 and 1:16
Is there anyplace where I can get the Hotcars for like $2 each instead of $15; and where can I get the Maxtech cars? Right now target is sold out of the 1:16 model...
Thanks
Actually just today I found out there is 3 sizes, total of 5 models you can get;
They got HotWheels in Red (http://www.amazon.com/Hot-Wheels-First-Tesla-Roadster/dp/B002HXSGWC?&camp=212361&linkCode=wey&tag=miclinssit-20&creative=391817), Blue (http://www.amazon.com/Hot-Wheels-2008-026-Models-Roadster/dp/B0022S2EHK?&camp=212361&linkCode=wey&tag=miclinssit-20&creative=391817), and Silver (http://www.amazon.com/Hot-Wheels-2008-026-Models-Roadster/dp/B001ZRD6ZI?&camp=212361&linkCode=wey&tag=miclinssit-20&creative=391817); avalible on Amazon for ~ $10
Then the Maya Group makes a MaxTech Radio Controlled model (http://www.mayagroup.com/products/model.aspx?id=33) in two sizes: 1:10 and 1:16
Is there anyplace where I can get the Hotcars for like $2 each instead of $15; and where can I get the Maxtech cars? Right now target is sold out of the 1:16 model...
Thanks
The Roadster Hotwheels come in Orange too but you have to buy a group pack it is in with some other cars. The RC cars are planned in more than one scale but as of now just the one is available. The detail one the current one is amazing. According to my wife my Xmas gift of 4 of them is backordered!
For Hotwheels try Ebay and Target/Walmart.
dpeilow
01-03-2010, 09:37 PM
Not just orange, there is a light blue/grey one too. You are thinking of the Valentines limited edition.
http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=534&stc=1&d=1262585289
michaellindahl
01-05-2010, 05:06 PM
That is an awesome pic! I love the size difference. I also just got done talking to Tesla and they got a limited number of RC Cars last month however they limited them to employees only. As soon as they get more of them and send them out to the stores and get retailing stuff done they will have them available for resale :biggrin: They also mentioned that they might also sell HotWheels too, don't quote me on that last part tho; I can't wait to buy the RC ones from Tesla, I took your guys advice and found some HotWheels on eBay, the colors I don't have I will wait to see if Tesla gets them
They also mentioned that they might also sell HotWheels too, don't quote me on that last part tho; I can't wait to buy the RC ones from Tesla, I took your guys advice and found some HotWheels on eBay, the colors I don't have I will wait to see if Tesla gets them
I've seen them give the HWs to kids when the parents are considering purchase.
The problem is that the way Mattel sells HW. You get a big box. It's full of whatever Mattel wants to give you. Seriously. it seems you have no say. A HW retailer told me that everything sell eventually.
malcolm
01-11-2010, 02:30 AM
You forgot the "owners manual"
http://www.mayagroup.com/manuals/Instructions-AASmctrl-Trilingual2.pdf
Do not drive vehicle on sand or thick carpet.
codagent
02-02-2010, 06:21 PM
Sweet! I can play with one of these till I finish school and can afford the real deal! :biggrin: Track Day here I come!
http://blogs.edmunds.com/greencaradvisor/TeslaNBRacing.JPG (http://blogs.edmunds.com/greencaradvisor/2010/07/tesla-roadster-25-stars-at-party-for-ev-makers-newport-beach-calif-store.html)
http://blogs.edmunds.com/greencaradvisor/2010/07/tesla-roadster-25-stars-at-party-for-ev-makers-newport-beach-calif-store.html
CarbonOne
07-03-2010, 09:04 AM
2 out of 3 will have to do (for now)...
By the way, the headlights work on the RC car.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3cpbcsu9lw
Do the headlights fog up? :tongue:
CarbonOne
07-03-2010, 09:05 AM
Shift lever from a 2008 model:
http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=514&stc=1&d=1261769146
But the under-body quick-swap, Better-Place-compatible traction pack from a 2012 model! :wink::
http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=515&stc=1&d=1261769386
Please tell me thats real carbon fiber..... :redface:
Please tell me thats real carbon fiber..... :redface:
Ha! Textured plastic.
http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=773&stc=1&d=1278896535
http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=773&stc=1&d=1278896535
I had to take a double take... with the red rim the RC version's "mouth" looked like a 2.5... but no gills...
http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=792&stc=1&d=1278914102
DaveD
07-12-2010, 01:02 PM
Someone should do one of those trick photo shots where they are all the same apparent size, side-by-side.
dwegmull
07-12-2010, 04:32 PM
I'm tempted to get one of the RC models and hack it to install a Li-Ion battery!
Switching from a DC to an AC motor might be a bit more work than it is worth though :wink:
Greetings,
David
Someone should do one of those trick photo shots where they are all the same apparent size, side-by-side.
Please be more specific.
I think I know what they mean.
One of those perspective shots with the hotwheel very close, the RC model further, and the real car far enough back that all look the same size.
Like this sort of thing:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v56/ottoautopilot/ferrari-355-on-aylmer.jpg
dpeilow
07-13-2010, 09:49 AM
http://www.chemistryland.com/CHM130W/01-Intro/04-Skeptic/BehindScene/ManOnCokejpg.jpg
DaveD
07-13-2010, 10:38 AM
Yes, TEG and Dave have figured out what I meant. There's probably a technical photography term for what I have in mind, but not being much of a photographer, I don't know what to call it. I'm not even sure it's possible; the depth-of-field for such a shot would have to be very large, I'd imagine.
EDIT: maybe the term for what I'm thinking of is forced perspective (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forced_perspective).
Yes it's a forced perspective miniature. I have done it in many forms many times.
It would be an exercise that would result in a picture of three identical cars next to each other. Each one with a bit more surface detail. Ultimately not very interesting to look at.
Only exciting for the photographer that went to the trouble and few geeks that were in on the technique.
malcolm
07-13-2010, 11:35 AM
Please be more specific.
It's forced perspective (http://digital-photography-school.com/forced-perspective).
The thing they do with actors playing hobbits in some of the shots in Lord of The Rings
ETA: Oops - too late
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4153/5183116731_1097e108a7_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/theinshow/5183116731/in/set-72157625283156483/)
Doug_G
11-17-2010, 03:01 PM
On this topic... they appear to be "sold out".
http://shop.teslamotors.com/collections/miscellaneous/products/tesla-roadster-remote-control-car
Glad I bought 50 of them!
dpeilow
02-04-2011, 12:09 PM
Must say, having had a go with one, it's a bit anemic :frown:
I was expecting something with a bit of get up and go, like my Tamiya Falcon (http://www.tamiyaclub.com/car.asp?id=56) from the 1980s (was nowhere near the fastest but probably what got me into EVs back then). In fact when I put the Roadster in performance mode and plant my right foot, I now know what it feels like to be the little plastic guy that was driving that thing :biggrin:.
I think there'd be a great tie up with them to make a truely fast r/c car that could stick it to the 370Z (http://www.hobbyco.net/eComm/docs/58478.htm), M3 (http://www.hobbyco.net/eComm/docs/58449.htm) and F1 (http://www.hobbyco.net/eComm/docs/58447.htm) models out there that have no right running on electrons. Some electric ones will do well over 100 mph (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6u7nUttZjZk)* but that is down to hobbyists pushing the limit. I'm sure a self-build, fast Roadster would inspire a few kids (and big kids).
*specs
Brushless TC4 by AutoPartner RC/autopartner.se
Mamba Max 7700 motor setup
DesirePower 5S 3700mAh 25C LiPo batteries
135.3mph/218kmh
I wonder if they will have a 2.5 updated version with the new front end?
bonnie1194
04-10-2011, 04:01 PM
Endless entertainment with the dogs & only minimal bite marks in the car.
1605
At the factory tour they had a store set up. There was the usual shirts, mugs and also the RC Roadsters.
Now it looks like (http://www.chron.com/business/article/Tesla-hopes-to-generate-buzz-at-electric-car-2228971.php) the Tesla stores will be carrying the RC cars as well.
Nvbob
10-25-2011, 12:50 PM
Model S RC?
Someone might do that to one of the Freemont event give-aways.