Tesla Model 3 Performance 2019

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Owner

Gavin Keats

Kilometres travelled

25,000 - 50,000 km

Did you buy this car new or used?

New

How much did you pay? (including all on-road costs)

$95,000

What were your needs when you bought this car? Has it fulfilled those needs?

Green, long range high performance ev. The Tesla has exceeded all expectations, servicing costs so far $80 in nearly four years. Real range over 400 km. Warp speed acceleration.

What were your initial thoughts about the car? Tell us why it appealed to you.

This was the first batch of Model 3 in N.Z. So a leap of faith required to be an early adopter.

What have you discovered since owning the car?

 I can fit two folding e-bikes in the boot. Seats very comfortable with quality pleather upholstery. Amazing free updates through wifi.

What do you like/dislike about the car?

Paint is soft but still polishes up nicely. Windscreen prone to f.o.d. Teslas attract trouble in car parks. Some interior rattles. Big batteries take longer to charge. Great charging using solar at home.

Any other comments on the car?

Brilliant soft wear keeps Tesla the car of the future. Good public charging network in N.Z.

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Lastly, would you buy this vehicle again?

Yes

Why would/wouldn't you buy it again?

Once you have owned a ev I doubt you would go back to ic. The quietness ,cost of running, performance,safety,lack of exhaust fumes,style,connectivity make it hard to beat.