Anyone planning to get buried in their Tesla?

palmer_md · Feb 2, 2014

Came across this article about a guy so dedicated to his Harley that he asked to be buried in it. I wonder if there are any Tesla fans that would ask for this?'

Billy Standley Buried Astride His Motorcycle Inside Enormous Plexiglass Box, Riding Beloved Harley To Heaven (GRAPHIC PHOTOS)

gg_got_a_tesla · Feb 2, 2014

Well, going by the culture I come from, the car would have to go up in flames along with me

brianman · Feb 2, 2014

gg_got_a_tesla said:
the car would have to go up in flames

I do not approve.

But if you decide to go that route... dibs on the battery in your will?

gg_got_a_tesla · Feb 2, 2014

brianman said:
But if you decide to go that route... dibs on the battery in your will?

Deal. 105 kW beats 90 kW after all!

brianman · Feb 2, 2014

gg_got_a_tesla said:
Deal. 105 kW beats 90 kW after all!

Ouch...

gg_got_a_tesla · Feb 2, 2014

brianman said:
Ouch...

Yup. Cheap shot. Sorry. Back to the morbid stuff.

malcolm · Feb 3, 2014

gg_got_a_tesla said:
Back to the morbid stuff.

Pano roof is definitely open casket territory.

Firmware 6.0.0 lowers the car 6 feet under.

palmer_md · Feb 3, 2014

malcolm said:
Firmware 6.0.0 lowers the car 6 feet under.

nice.

brianman · Feb 3, 2014

malcolm said:
Pano roof is definitely open casket territory.

Firmware 6.0.0 lowers the car 6 feet under.

"Talk about a downgrade"

Chipper · Feb 3, 2014

palmer_md said:
Came across this article about a guy so dedicated to his Harley that he asked to be buried in it. I wonder if there are any Tesla fans that would ask for this?'

Billy Standley Buried Astride His Motorcycle Inside Enormous Plexiglass Box, Riding Beloved Harley To Heaven (GRAPHIC PHOTOS)

Even if I wanted to I don't think it would be possible. I think there are at least 7 people in line for mine when I pass! My wife's son claimed first dibs on it the day I brought it home. Several others have indicated a similar interest. Do you think I need to be concerned about my longevity?

Ugliest1 · Feb 3, 2014

We'll, it wouldn't hurt to let the others take a bite first at dinner...

lorih · Feb 3, 2014

I gotta say, the people on this forum are amazing. I didn't think this thread would make me laugh, but there were quit a few good quips.

on a serious note, Elon thinks the Model S will probably run for 20 years, so it couldn't hurt to think about who is going to inherit yours. Just saying....

Plug Me In · Feb 3, 2014

I'll consider only if included in the service plan.

brianman · Feb 3, 2014

Plug Me In said:
I'll consider only if included in the service plan.

Hello.
Hi, ma'am. This is the Tesla service center near you.
Oh, hi. Haven't talked to you guys in a while.
Yes, that's actually why we're calling.
You miss me? Heh.
Well, we do love our customers but no, it's actually about your Tesla.
Oh, what about it?
Well, it seems it's been out of cell reception for over a year now and we're trying to push out some new firmware to all customers.
(Chuckle) I think I know why.
Oh good. Why, do you think?
My husband was buried in it this summer. Lovely car; literally couldn't get him out of it.
I'm not sure what to say. I'm sorry for your loss....
Oh, it's okay. He had a long life, and we had many happy years together.
Well that's good to hear! I'll make note in our records that this vehicle no longer needs to be serviced with updates. Thanks for your time, ma'am.

jkliu47 · Feb 3, 2014

Guess he won't have to worry about 'vampire losses' anymore.
Or do we.........??? Perhaps we need to make sure the 'regen' switch is turned to low :smile:

skdave · Feb 3, 2014

lorih said:
I gotta say, the people on this forum are amazing. I didn't think this thread would make me laugh, but there were quit a few good quips.

on a serious note, Elon thinks the Model S will probably run for 20 years, so it couldn't hurt to think about who is going to inherit yours. Just saying....

I'm 67 ,20 years would be nice. By then maybe the Tesla could drive itself in the funeral short line.

AudubonB · Feb 3, 2014