FiestaST
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2021 Tesla Model 3
New Tesla Model 3 for sale in Kwazulu Natal, car manufactured in 2021 (ID:7707240)
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FiestaST
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Would you pay R2.2 million for this Tesla Model 3 which was listed for sale in SA?
South African electric car fans have been waiting patiently to get their hands on the Tesla Model 3, and now at least one lucky buyer is getting that opportunity.
Although South Africa was initially listed among the countries that could make reservations for the Tesla Model 3 when it was first revealed in 2016, the brand has yet to officially offer its cars for sale in South Africa. In fact, after a few hints that this might happen, Elon Musk eventually conceded that SA’s high import duties for EVs were a barrier to entry.
But now one lucky South African will get to live the Tesla dream, with a low-mileage Model 3 dual-motor model having been listed for sale on Cars.co.za recently, as announced on Twitter by Ciro De Siena.
However, you won’t be able to buy the exact vehicle you see here, which is listed as new, with 21km on the clock at a price of R2.2-million. The vehicle was listed by Mystic Cars in Ballito, and after contacting the dealer we were told that the car had already been sold.
However, those seeking a similar vehicle will likely be able to order one in early 2022, as the dealer representative told us they were hoping to open the order book for customers seeking a Tesla from February. The vehicles will be imported privately and at this stage there is still no word on when Tesla will officially enter the South African market.
Those seeking to import a Tesla Model 3 through Mystic Cars can expect a starting price of more than R2 million, depending on the vehicle specification and the exchange rate at the time.
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/indu...le-in-sa-6b20beeb-4446-4c7d-ba5b-050badade775
South African electric car fans have been waiting patiently to get their hands on the Tesla Model 3, and now at least one lucky buyer is getting that opportunity.
Although South Africa was initially listed among the countries that could make reservations for the Tesla Model 3 when it was first revealed in 2016, the brand has yet to officially offer its cars for sale in South Africa. In fact, after a few hints that this might happen, Elon Musk eventually conceded that SA’s high import duties for EVs were a barrier to entry.
But now one lucky South African will get to live the Tesla dream, with a low-mileage Model 3 dual-motor model having been listed for sale on Cars.co.za recently, as announced on Twitter by Ciro De Siena.
However, you won’t be able to buy the exact vehicle you see here, which is listed as new, with 21km on the clock at a price of R2.2-million. The vehicle was listed by Mystic Cars in Ballito, and after contacting the dealer we were told that the car had already been sold.
However, those seeking a similar vehicle will likely be able to order one in early 2022, as the dealer representative told us they were hoping to open the order book for customers seeking a Tesla from February. The vehicles will be imported privately and at this stage there is still no word on when Tesla will officially enter the South African market.
Those seeking to import a Tesla Model 3 through Mystic Cars can expect a starting price of more than R2 million, depending on the vehicle specification and the exchange rate at the time.
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/indu...le-in-sa-6b20beeb-4446-4c7d-ba5b-050badade775
Dave
Honorary Master
R2.2 million for a car that sells for under R800k in the US...
FiestaST
Honorary Master
Mat Watson (Carwow) bought his Mom a Model 3
FiestaST
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The Tesla Model 3 Now Costs $8,000 More Than It Did In February
Not even a year later and the entry-level trim, formerly Standard Range Plus, has gone up in price by 22%.
2021 has been a wild year for car prices. New car MSRPs are reaching unseen heights, and used car prices are soaring just the same. Even domestic economy cars old enough to drink are pulling a hefty premium. Tesla, never one to feel left out, has been increasing prices on its cars all year long. Now, after another round of increases, the Model 3 officially costs over 20% more than it did just nine months ago.
The Model 3 was meant to be Tesla’s entry-level model, with an advertised price of $35,000 at its reveal. That version of the car did eventually make it to market, albeit briefly, but for most of its life the Standard Range Plus trim has been the cheapest way to get into a Tesla. Now that trim is simply the base Model 3, and its price has gone up once again to celebrate.
The Model 3, before options and incentives, now starts at $44,990. That’s a 22% increase over the car’s pricing this past April, and a full $10,000 more than its promised base price at launch. To try and balance things out, Tesla did make silver paint a no-cost option — but, at the same time, increased the cost of a black exterior.
jalopnik.com
Not even a year later and the entry-level trim, formerly Standard Range Plus, has gone up in price by 22%.
2021 has been a wild year for car prices. New car MSRPs are reaching unseen heights, and used car prices are soaring just the same. Even domestic economy cars old enough to drink are pulling a hefty premium. Tesla, never one to feel left out, has been increasing prices on its cars all year long. Now, after another round of increases, the Model 3 officially costs over 20% more than it did just nine months ago.
The Model 3 was meant to be Tesla’s entry-level model, with an advertised price of $35,000 at its reveal. That version of the car did eventually make it to market, albeit briefly, but for most of its life the Standard Range Plus trim has been the cheapest way to get into a Tesla. Now that trim is simply the base Model 3, and its price has gone up once again to celebrate.
The Model 3, before options and incentives, now starts at $44,990. That’s a 22% increase over the car’s pricing this past April, and a full $10,000 more than its promised base price at launch. To try and balance things out, Tesla did make silver paint a no-cost option — but, at the same time, increased the cost of a black exterior.
The Tesla Model 3 Now Costs $8,000 More Than It Did In February - Jalopnik
2021 has been a wild year for car prices. New car MSRPs are reaching unseen heights, and used car prices are soaring just the same. Even domestic economy cars old enough to drink are pulling a hefty premium. Tesla, never one to feel left out, has been increasing prices on its cars all year long...
jalopnik.com
Yeah I noticed last month the price here went from 350k to 368k. (x1.77 for ZAR value)
It's still a decent drop from It's previous price of 400k.
There are rumours that some paint schemes will now also be free instead of just white. I'm super keen on the midnight silver.
It's still a decent drop from It's previous price of 400k.
There are rumours that some paint schemes will now also be free instead of just white. I'm super keen on the midnight silver.
Dave
Honorary Master
Possibly the three new colours that they said Berlin could now paint?
FiestaST
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Tesla Model 3 sold for R2.2 million
A KwaZulu-Natal car dealership has sold a Tesla Model 3 for R2.2 million.
mybroadband.co.za
FiestaST
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Watch Goodyear Test Airless Tires On A Tesla Model 3
Passenger car testing brings airless tires one step closer to your local tire shop
Airless tires have been coming “soon” for my entire adult life. It’s been sixteen years (and one day) since Popular Science first introduced nine-year-old Steve to the concept: Magic tires, always at the perfect pressure, with a design that allows manufacturers to vary grip and stiffness and flex between models. Now, over a decade and a half later, manufacturers are racing to finally make a non-pneumatic tire you can actually buy. Michelin’s Uptis may be the big name, but Goodyear’s recent tests show they aren’t planning on being left behind.
The test video, posted by InsideEVs, shows Goodyear-developed non-pneumatic tires installed on a Tesla Model 3. The car performs slaloms and takes corners at speed, but without matching footage taken on standard tires it’s tough to tell how differently the airless rubber handles. The full video is here:
https://jalopnik.com/watch-goodyear-test-airless-tires-on-a-tesla-model-3-1848026312
Passenger car testing brings airless tires one step closer to your local tire shop
Airless tires have been coming “soon” for my entire adult life. It’s been sixteen years (and one day) since Popular Science first introduced nine-year-old Steve to the concept: Magic tires, always at the perfect pressure, with a design that allows manufacturers to vary grip and stiffness and flex between models. Now, over a decade and a half later, manufacturers are racing to finally make a non-pneumatic tire you can actually buy. Michelin’s Uptis may be the big name, but Goodyear’s recent tests show they aren’t planning on being left behind.
The test video, posted by InsideEVs, shows Goodyear-developed non-pneumatic tires installed on a Tesla Model 3. The car performs slaloms and takes corners at speed, but without matching footage taken on standard tires it’s tough to tell how differently the airless rubber handles. The full video is here:
https://jalopnik.com/watch-goodyear-test-airless-tires-on-a-tesla-model-3-1848026312
Tesla Highlight Video: Model 3 With Goodyear Airless Tires
Check out Goodyear testing a Tesla Model 3 with its new airless tires.
motorsport.tv
Dave
Honorary Master
Watch Goodyear Test Airless Tires On A Tesla Model 3
Passenger car testing brings airless tires one step closer to your local tire shop
Airless tires have been coming “soon” for my entire adult life. It’s been sixteen years (and one day) since Popular Science first introduced nine-year-old Steve to the concept: Magic tires, always at the perfect pressure, with a design that allows manufacturers to vary grip and stiffness and flex between models. Now, over a decade and a half later, manufacturers are racing to finally make a non-pneumatic tire you can actually buy. Michelin’s Uptis may be the big name, but Goodyear’s recent tests show they aren’t planning on being left behind.
The test video, posted by InsideEVs, shows Goodyear-developed non-pneumatic tires installed on a Tesla Model 3. The car performs slaloms and takes corners at speed, but without matching footage taken on standard tires it’s tough to tell how differently the airless rubber handles. The full video is here:
https://jalopnik.com/watch-goodyear-test-airless-tires-on-a-tesla-model-3-1848026312
Tesla Highlight Video: Model 3 With Goodyear Airless Tires
Check out Goodyear testing a Tesla Model 3 with its new airless tires.motorsport.tv
Sounds interesting until
FiestaST
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Tesla Model 3 RWD vs Polestar 2 FWD - Carwow
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FiestaST
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I haven't posted in years, I just lurk.
LOL
FiestaST
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Probably still using the old software that relied on radar. (Who knows where Aus ranks i.t.o. priority of updates). Phantom braking was one of the main problems with it.
FiestaST
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