Model S Specifications, Teases and Leaks - Page 4

graham · 01-09-2009, 08:29 PM

That sounds pretty much like how I was envisioning the Model S order list as well. It makes sense.

donauker · 01-11-2009, 09:42 AM

I haven't seen any recent information on this but the last semi official information I saw indicated that Roadster owners (I would assume in production # sequence) would have priority access to the Model S waiting list. It was also indicated that each owner would be allocated more than one slot and that they would be transferable in a limited and controlled fashion. (Friends and family plan?)

James · 01-11-2009, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by donauker

I haven't seen any recent information on this but the last semi official information I saw indicated that Roadster owners (I would assume in production # sequence) would have priority access to the Model S waiting list. It was also indicated that each owner would be allocated more than one slot and that they would be transferable in a limited and controlled fashion. (Friends and family plan?)

That is a great idea. If there were more than one and I could transfer the 2nd or 3rd, I know some friends and family members that would likely an early position on the waiting list.

graham · 01-11-2009, 05:17 PM

I think someone explicitly asked this question at the Menlo Park store one time I was there (maybe during the TMC meetup? -- which we should do again, btw) and the answer was they planned to have 1 and only 1 slot per Roadster owner.

But that was a long time ago, and things may well have changed.

graham · 01-11-2009, 08:02 PM

From a Tesla Motors marketing email sent this evening:

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We are planning to unveil the all-electric, zero-emission Model S five-passenger sedan soon – and we will absolutely honor our customers by giving them a sneak peek before the media and public. You’ll hear more about it in the next couple months.

Sgee · 01-11-2009, 08:21 PM

There is only 1 thing I can say when I hear this. WOW. How many times have they told us this same thing already. Im not trying to be negative but I have been dreaming about this car for the past year. And, it would be nice if we could finally see the finished product of all the hard work, instead of the same stuff we have been hearing.

dpeilow · 01-11-2009, 11:47 PM

Next couple of months? I guess that rules out Detroit. Hmm... can I make it Geneva in March?

Iz · 01-12-2009, 07:59 PM

I've been waiting for an EV since first reading about the GM Impact in the mid-90's. Still have the newspaper article.

"next couple months" is still within the March timeframe. Giving first dibs to roadster owners on first thought is wrong. However, if it were not for them there would be no WhiteStar.

It will be a very important time in auto history when the Model S order page is made available. Might be an impressive waiting list after several weeks.

graham · 01-13-2009, 06:33 PM

Detroit 2009: Tesla CEO drops a few more hints on the Model S - AutoblogGreen

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However, powertrain development is still moving ahead and Musk indicated that if the engineering team is satisfied with the car's performance they will likely unveil it at a special event in late February.

I thought Geneva was in March... Am I not remembering that correctly? If so, that means they will be showing it before Geneva? Good news!

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Tesla is also developing fast swap battery packs. The removal and installation of the Roadster pack is about an 8 hour operation. This may or may not be part of the standard Model S feature set. Tesla has also developed a fast charger that can top up the battery in 45 minutes. One option being considered is to offer pack rentals for Model S owners planning a longer road trip. They would be able to temporarily get a 300-mile pack installed that would facilitate longer trips.

TEG · 01-13-2009, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by graham

I thought Geneva was in March... Am I not remembering that correctly?

79th International Motor Show, Palexpo-Geneva, 5th to 15th March 2009.

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Originally Posted by graham

If so, that means they will be showing it before Geneva?

Note, how they said "Special Event"...

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...if the engineering team is satisfied with the car's performance they will likely unveil it at a special event in late February.

I take "special event" to mean other than an auto show.
At this point I think Tesla has enough clout to just call a press event and have a good turnout.
Probably have some serious celebs on hand to turn a parking lot (or an airport hanger) into an event if they want to.