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Good news guys, I've gone full joke. Our Story Please continue to support this cause with all of the sarcasm.

I'm shocked that his is still a trending thread! I have a whole $5.00 donated. Can't wait to see $10.00, lol. At the very least, it was fun seeing everyone's reaction to all this. I enjoyed setting everything up on GoFundMe. And yes, I was totally half-joking\half-serious the whole time...

Not sure if anything like this has been attempted\done before, but I started a GoFundMe account to "crowd-fund\build" a Tesla Model S. I know it's a crazy idea (and if it's not your cup of tea, no worries), but I thought it would be cool to have a Model S built completely from donations and...

Looking forward to my P70D Model 3 in 2017 as I ordered 10:20am in Vegas on the 31st. I'm pretty sure my $1k is still worth $1k to Tesla. People paying $2k for multiple vehicles hoping to flip reservations really aren't going to find a huge market in pure cash buyers for the Model 3 when those...

I'd buy that for a dolla...wait, tens of thousands of dollars!

I would like to point out here that just because you make your reservation in Las Vegas doesn't mean you'll get placed in front of others on the East Coast. It all depends on the car's ultimate destination. I could go reserve a car next to Fremont, CA but that doesn't mean I'll receive it at...

And I totally agree with your maths. Even taking the lower figure and adding all the cowbells that I'm sure most people will want, you're looking at $60k easy.

Yes, that seems like a reasonable payment for this car equipped at $50k. Take BMW for example. How much is a 328i? $38,350 Then, look at the performance model, the M3. $63,500 For people who are looking for a PXXD, they'll be looking at spending $60k+ for a well equipped equivalent of a BMW...

As this was discussed before launch in another thread already... Here's my well thought out options (all prices assuming 30% reduction from Model S). Tesla Model 3 Configuration Costs Necessary PXXD Model Upgrade Battery - Included Dual Motor - Included Subtotal $ 23,100.00 Nice to Have...

My two cents on production order is this (based off of Tesla History): -Employees and SpaceX Employees get the chance to configure first. Those who configure a PXXD model, will be the first anywhere to receive this car. They will be alpha testers. -West Coast configuration emails get sent to...

Love the Model S facelift. Can't wait to see if they'll apply it to the Model 3. The wait is real...late 2017 :(

I'm all about efficiency (coming from a Volt with 35mi range), so I'm good with the front end. Yes, a modified front end would look better IMO but I don't want it changed at the cost of range. You do you Elon.

Las Vegas, NV Store. Got there at 8:30am. Was shocked to see the size of the line. Considered getting breakfast, but sacrificed calories for the cause. I was about the 100th (guy 7ish people in front of me officially counted 90 in front of them) person in line. Got done shortly before...

We also have to remember that: 1.) Not all employees of Space X and Tesla will be reserving Model 3's By using an aggressive number (80%), we're still looking at 16k employees getting first dibs. I'd argue the number being more likely two-thirds of employees ordering Model 3's. That would...

Yeah, I literally had to explain to every single person about how my Volt worked. Not one of them understood that is was technically a hybrid. Everyone's first question was, "How far can you go on the battery before it dies?" It hurt my brain every time. Not like Chevy went out of their way...

Toyota Camry Hybrid - Lease is up November 2018, so I can withstand a small delay with the Model 3 ;)

Im not a 100% on this, but using past info and making Tesla the most profit, this is how I would do it: Now, I'm not sure about the order of the configuration emails now that they've changed the reservation time to localize to each area. If I were to make an educated guess, I would say they...

Sorry, it took me a while to get my thoughts out. See my revised post. I would imagine I would be getting my PXXD before the employee on the East coast if I'm in the first batch of configuration invites. Again, that makes a HUGE difference.

I think you forgot this option: Non-Tesla owner/employee living on the US WEST Coast orders PXXD Model 3, as that will be me.;) I believe Model X production was something like finalized configuration order, location (region), then vehicle type. I think it all comes down this: Configuration...

Excellent, still only two people for the Las Vegas store. All the more room to be on my phone and this forum before they open.

I had a 2012 Volt until recently after it got into a pretty bad accident. It was fixed after an estimated $5k in damages, but I don't enjoy driving a once damaged vehicle. I did like the vehicle though. Reminded me of a concept car that accidentally got released. I got all kinds of comments...

Yeah, I'm standing behind my estimate of $23-$25k for the PXXD upgrade from the base model battery for the Model 3. I don't see it as being as expensive as the Model S because I imagine it would need less powerful motors due to the reduced weight to get it to crazy fast speeds. Of course, I...

It looks like they made it slightly more sporty. Emphasis on the SLIGHTLY. Also, who hates floating roofs? Article to those who care (Volt Owners?): Chevy's Bolt electric car is gearing up for production

Yeah, I think certain numbers are going to be more and less for the vehicle. I can't see some options (like Hi-Fi sound) being only 30% less than the Model S pricing. I just have the sneaking suspicion that the fully-loaded Model 3 is going to come out to roughly the same cost as a current...

I thought 20-30% reduction seems reasonable as the car is a 20% reduction in volume to the Model S. Should at least be a 20% reduction to pricing as well ;).

You also must not forget to configure your Model 3 as soon as you see that invitation to configure email hit your inbox. The sooner you configure, the sooner it puts you in front of the people still deciding on options. It would be a really good idea to figure out what you might want based on...

Here's my well thought out options (all prices assuming 30% reduction from Model S, except Supercharger access which is a shot in the dark): Tesla Model 3 Configuration Costs Necessary for Tax Credit Battery Included PXXD Dual Motor Included Subtotal $ 23,100.00 Nice to Have...

See you there buddy!

Yes, but I also feel like this will benefit Tesla in two ways: 1.) Existing owners of the X and S are probably wealthier individuals who will more likely order a fully-loaded 3. This will help Tesla's profit margins on the first Model 3's off the line. 2.) Beta testing. As mentioned before, X...

Not even owning a Tesla, I feel your pain in reiterating this point. As soon as I get my invite to configure it, that process will be complete within 60 seconds (hopefully). Then, all the employees and owners still deciding on what to get can wait behind me, It won't be so hard, just have to...

Yeah, as an owner of a 2012 Volt, I'll be expecting some bugs with the first Model 3s. I had my volt in for repairs about four times in the first year. The best issue I happened to have was the factory putting Chevy Cruze handles on the passenger side doors so I couldn't remotely lock or...

Given the recent "wall-street" visit to the Tesla production facility, they didn't seem to mention anything about steel presses or steel manufacturing. They might just be making the majority of the vehicle out of aluminium after all. They had mentioned that they upgraded their AL stamping...

Assuming 13k of 15k employees reserved a Model 3, that's a cool $13 million Tesla can put toward building the car right there. Imagine what kind of deposit figures they'll see come March 31st and April 1st...

Yeah, I plan on getting to my store at about 8:30am or thereabouts. Not doing the overnight thing. I remember camping out for a PS3 and I can tell you sleeping on a flatbed cart is not comfortable and cold. Also, definitely bringing an extra cell battery in case the line is long...:)

Question: Once you have a reservation number after you make your refundable deposit, can you continue to make ongoing "deposits" to your reservation number? So for example, put $1,000 down and continue to build up your down payment for the vehicle?

I would agree here. I feel like current Model X\S owners probably all wouldn't purchase a Model 3. Also, my big question is would a current owner of a Tesla be able to order a base model 3 and have that take priority over a PXXD version of the 3? I feel like the answer is probably no here and...

That is one mean looking car. I like it better than 99% of what I've seen so far!

Ditto. I'm not sweating this stuff. Yeah, the Model 3 will be expensive for me, but at least it'll still be less than a Model S. Furthermore, reserving on the 31st will hopefully get me a "chance" at a full tax credit. I'm really not depending on the credit to afford the car. That being...

YAY! Looking forward to a proper SEDAN.

Yeah, honestly I'm hoping to see a refreshed, 20% smaller Model S rolled on stage. I love that look and I really don't care about changing it that much.

It looks like it might have been taken from the Model X design studio (in my opinion). I'm really hoping this is more Model Y than Model 3. I was looking for more of a sedan style vehicle.

This looks nice, but the front end is old. Maybe we'll see a refreshed design with Model X front.

Could be that design was definitely constrained by their range\drag coefficient. Still better looking than that Bolt.

Supposedly, this is the Model 3. Opinions? I dig it. Update: Link to article - Is This The Tesla Model 3, Model Y, or a Hoax? - HybridCars.com

As an aspiring Tesla Model 3 owner, I feel fine with prioritization for current Tesla owners. Three reasons: 1.) Without them, there would be no Model 3. So thanks! 2.) I find it highly doubtful that every Tesla owner will be purchasing a Model 3 (let alone multiple). Sure, there will be...

Well, given the Model 3 is coming in at 50% of the cost of the base Model S, you can reasonably estimate that a lease payment for a base Model 3 would be about $400-$425 a month with roughly $3k down. Of course this is purely speculation on my part and they might not even offer leasing at first...

As someone already mentioned, Musk should come out with a sketchpad and an awful crayon drawing of the Model 3 and say, "Here it is everybody, the new Model 3!" Wait for laughter and applause, then roll the damn prototype on stage. That's Steve Jobs level trolling and I could only hope that's...

I ended up getting a GE Wattstation for the ol' Chevy Volt. After having to wait 12 hours for a charge on the standard outlet, I realized I could use near zero gas with a level two charger. I'm not super electric savvy, but it cost $599 and the install cost was only like $180. And I was able...

Yes. I feel like Tesla is going to roll-out updates to Models S and X to help "placate" the early adopters. P100D (and maybe even 110 or 120?), a big, new software update (comment recently made by JB Straubel), and perhaps even a refreshed design for Model S. I do not however feel like they...