That is really low mileage for a 2013. Wonder if it still has one of the original drive unit revisions. If that is the case, at least the new drive unit would be more reliable.It's a 2013, bought it 8 months ago with 38k miles.
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That is really low mileage for a 2013. Wonder if it still has one of the original drive unit revisions. If that is the case, at least the new drive unit would be more reliable.It's a 2013, bought it 8 months ago with 38k miles.
That is really low mileage for a 2013. Wonder if it still has one of the original drive unit revisions. If that is the case, at least the new drive unit would be more reliable.
The reason the drive units were added to the unlimited mile warranty was the early issues. I think Edmunds long term test drive car went through three. Hard to imagine an original drive unit is still out there, but with the prior owner(s) only driving 38k in 7ish years, maybe?I'm not shooting the messenger here... but are you telling me that they are known to be less reliable??? UG.
A third of what the car is worth 22 days out of warranty. Awesome.
The reason the drive units were added to the unlimited mile warranty was the early issues. I think Edmunds long term test drive car went through three. Hard to imagine an original drive unit is still out there, but with the prior owner(s) only driving 38k in 7ish years, maybe?
“Classic“ Model S’s are great cars, owned a 2013 P85 myself that I loved before it died an untimely death in an accident. It does really stink to have something big fail right out of the gate though.
I'm currently on eBay trying to figure out how much I could part my car out for. Seriously.
The reason the drive units were added to the unlimited mile warranty was the early issues. I think Edmunds long term test drive car went through three. Hard to imagine an original drive unit is still out there, but with the prior owner(s) only driving 38k in 7ish years, maybe?
“Classic“ Model S’s are great cars, owned a 2013 P85 myself that I loved before it died an untimely death in an accident. It does really stink to have something big fail right out of the gate though.
Hey, the HV battery would've been double that, soooooo you lucked out (?).
Is there a reasonably easy way to see if my has the original drive unit? Also... if it is original... maybe Tesla will be in a good mood about free / cheaper replacement?
Not that I know of. It isn’t like the HV battery that you can see the label from under the car. Folks were tracking revisions via service invoices back in the day.Is there a reasonably easy way to see if my has the original drive unit?
May want to talk to Gruber motors or electrified garage if the price is too high with Tesla.A third of what the car is worth 22 days out of warranty. Awesome.
I love it but the idea that one of two $10k+ components can go bad at any time
You mean one $10k and one $20k
I've never paid over $40k for a car. But I'm starting to realize that if I want something great I may have to pony up more $$.
Great news! See? Not all is bad. I’ve had nothing but good interactions with my SC along the same lines as you. I know there are plenty of bad stories, but does seem to be location specific.Update - They are saying that both the 12v battery and a HV fuse is bad. Good news... they are fixing all of it for free. Even the 12v battery which I'm surprised by. This is my second time using the Memphis Service Center and both times have been great experiences!
I will say that I'm still thinking about selling the car. I love it but the idea that one of two $10k+ components can go bad at any time scares me especially considering that the drive unit is known to have issues.
I may see if I can swap for a newer Model S.
Thank you to the group for the help and I'll update when I get the car back. Thanks!
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