I agree, Tony, but unfortunately many assume a $100K+ (or even $60K) car is expected to be packed with "bells and whistles".
I see the Roadster frequently referred to as a "luxury car", so people expect luxury/comfort/gadget features, and in some cases are disappointed by their lack.
Model S is expected to go "head to head" with cars like the BMW 5 series which comes standard with a lot of "creature comforts" and luxury features.
The Elise basis for the Roadster is a bare-bones, spartan, purists sports car, so the Roadster ended up sharing some of that philosophy which isn't well suited to every type of potential customer. Over time, Tesla seems to have tried to add some more luxury and unfortunately more weight has come along with it.
Just look at some of the "features" you can get on a 911 Turbo:
911 Turbo Brochure
..."Adaptive Sports Seats. This seat option offers full electric adjustment of fore/aft position, seat height, backrest angle, lumbar support, seat side bolsters and backrest side bolsters. By varying the side bolsters, you can increase occupant comfort on longdistance journeys or maximize support on the racetrack. A driver memory function includes the exterior mirror position on the driver side and all driver seat settings, except for the bolster depth."...
..."“Welcome Home” lighting. This standard feature illuminates the fog lights and taillights for 30 seconds following the locking or unlocking of your 911 Turbo with the key remote. The duration is user-adjustable in vehicles equipped with the optional Sport Chrono Package Turbo."...
..."ParkAssist. This optional parking aid uses six ultrasonic sensors to monitor the distance to obstacles behind your car. Shift the car into reverse, and an audio signal increases in frequency as objects draw near, helping you safely back into tight spaces."...
..."Porsche CD changer. The optional Porsche CD changer holds up to six CDs for hours of uninterrupted listening pleasure. "...
..."The standard Bose Surround Sound system transforms the Sports Seats of your 911 Turbo into front-row concert seats.
Created expressly for the car’s unique acoustics, this system offers amazing sound reproduction, regardless of driving conditions."...
..."A total of 13 individual speakers, enhanced by individual front and rear channels, creates a panorama of sound that duplicates the quality of live music. The system is powered by a seven-channel digital amplifier and active equalization that match the sound to the cabin’s acoustics. A fiber-optic network beneath the dashboard integrates 5x25-watt linear amps and a single 100-watt switching unit with sparkling signal quality, while a second switching amp in the active subwoofer offers an additional 100 watts of power."...
..."Porsche navigation. The 911 Turbo is famous for reducing travel times. With a DVD/GPS navigation system now standard, you may get there even more quickly."...
..."Porsche Communication Management (PCM), a standard feature of the 911 Turbo. The centerpiece of PCM is a highresolution color monitor that displays simple menus in plain language. A button array offers access to the standard Extended Navigation Module, Bose Surround Sound system, onboard computer and other PCM systems. PCM also provides central control for optional equipment, including a six-disc MP3-compatible CD changer, a telephone module and an electronic logbook."...
For interior you can pick from multiple trim packages:
Leather, Alcantara, Makassar wood, Sycamore wood, Carbon Fiber, Aluminum, Stainless Steel, ...
Options include headlight washers, Wheels painted in exterior color, Aerokit, Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB), etc.
Those were just some highlights. My point is that the gap in available features is huge. I would bet Tesla gets requests for all sorts of things, some reasonable, and some excessive. They would have to make some hard choices on what is appropriate. Their status as a small manufacturer, and one that can't afford to take on the extra weight (since it could hurt their "oh so important" range & acceleration numbers) puts them at a disadvantage in this area.
(That 911 Turbo makes 480hp / 460lb-ft so it can take on extra weight and still have similar 0-60 performance)