Gentleman,
With the recent announcement from Jerome at Tesla that a parking sensor retrofit most likely will not be available and given that I have now brushed my front bumper against the garage twice (see pic-thanks good for the Xpel Ultimate, $100 to remove the film and reapply to look like brand new!), it is time to go aftermarket and get these sensors installed. I have spoken extensively with Mat at the service center and narrowed it down to two companies, Sound in Motion in Brighton and Toy Motorsports (not sure of location). Sound in Motion is a high end installation shop that did some amazing work on Rob's Tesla and essentially pulled the entire car apart and put it back together so I feel very comfortable in their skills and knowledge regarding the car. I spoke with them earlier this week to discuss installation of front and rear parking sensors. Based on review of multiple options and experiences from others on the forum, the best option seems to be the Cobra ParkMaster 356/358 which is small, flush, and color matched to the car. This unit has been recommended by the folks at Tesla to others. Jim at Sound in Motion is willing to give us a group buy price of $1300 for front and rear audible only. Extra if you want the front and/or rear display units. (Some people think the visual display look cheesy, are a distraction for the driver, or just add to the expense-your call). Based on the forums, I think the price is very reasonable for a top end installer as Al and Ed's in CA charges $1600 and I have seen other quotes up to $2500. Sound in Motion has ordered a special tool to make the cuts precise and the have imported the units from the UK(made in Italy). The price for the unit is about $500 and install will take 2 day as the sensors need to be painted. I am willing to be the first guinea pig as my wife does not want to drive the car without these sensors in place due to the size and expense of the car. If I don't do it, I can save the $1300 and prevent my wife from driving the car but I think I should be a good husband. I am hoping to have the sensors installed in time for the Noiv 14th get together but there is no gaurentee the price may not go up once they see what is involved in the install. They are willing to honor this price for those that sign up on the group buy list before Nov 14th. You can always cancel if you want. Let me know if you interested.....I have posted some links that may be helpful as you do your due diligence. Hope to see everyone Nov 14th!
Park Master A0356/358/359 17mm Flush Mount Sensors — Products — Cobra Vehicle Security
Parking sensors - Page 5
Tesla Model S Front and Rear Parking Sensors Installation 310.827.8121 - YouTube
With the recent announcement from Jerome at Tesla that a parking sensor retrofit most likely will not be available and given that I have now brushed my front bumper against the garage twice (see pic-thanks good for the Xpel Ultimate, $100 to remove the film and reapply to look like brand new!), it is time to go aftermarket and get these sensors installed. I have spoken extensively with Mat at the service center and narrowed it down to two companies, Sound in Motion in Brighton and Toy Motorsports (not sure of location). Sound in Motion is a high end installation shop that did some amazing work on Rob's Tesla and essentially pulled the entire car apart and put it back together so I feel very comfortable in their skills and knowledge regarding the car. I spoke with them earlier this week to discuss installation of front and rear parking sensors. Based on review of multiple options and experiences from others on the forum, the best option seems to be the Cobra ParkMaster 356/358 which is small, flush, and color matched to the car. This unit has been recommended by the folks at Tesla to others. Jim at Sound in Motion is willing to give us a group buy price of $1300 for front and rear audible only. Extra if you want the front and/or rear display units. (Some people think the visual display look cheesy, are a distraction for the driver, or just add to the expense-your call). Based on the forums, I think the price is very reasonable for a top end installer as Al and Ed's in CA charges $1600 and I have seen other quotes up to $2500. Sound in Motion has ordered a special tool to make the cuts precise and the have imported the units from the UK(made in Italy). The price for the unit is about $500 and install will take 2 day as the sensors need to be painted. I am willing to be the first guinea pig as my wife does not want to drive the car without these sensors in place due to the size and expense of the car. If I don't do it, I can save the $1300 and prevent my wife from driving the car but I think I should be a good husband. I am hoping to have the sensors installed in time for the Noiv 14th get together but there is no gaurentee the price may not go up once they see what is involved in the install. They are willing to honor this price for those that sign up on the group buy list before Nov 14th. You can always cancel if you want. Let me know if you interested.....I have posted some links that may be helpful as you do your due diligence. Hope to see everyone Nov 14th!
Park Master A0356/358/359 17mm Flush Mount Sensors — Products — Cobra Vehicle Security
Parking sensors - Page 5
Tesla Model S Front and Rear Parking Sensors Installation 310.827.8121 - YouTube