Do I Regret Buying My 2024 Tesla Model Y? 😭 everything you need to know before buying a Tesla

[@ShaniKalua]

▹ Tesla Model Y Delivery Day Vlog: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnmyqKielJmVr9k

[@chrisjohnson4314]

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[@IAMHALEYJANAE]

the late night driving is the craziest thing I've seen on the insurance lol.. you better walk

[@josephtaylor984]

So, not sure if you have a Costco in your area but I use them for home and auto insurance. Was searching for new insurance at the time and decided to check Costco. They actually gave me the best quote so I went with them. Surprisingly, the expected increases year after year have been minimal. This is actually the longest I’ve been with an insurance company as most “experts” say shop for insurance every couple years. Also, you probably know this, insurance prices are credit based. Some insurance companies try to downplay this when you call them but Costco sends it to you in letter form. Credit is very important when looking for insurance. By the way, the ambient lighting in your model y is fire. Wish I had the time to do mine

[@o751106]

I drove safely and my insurance through Tesla tripled within a year. Got rid of them fast and now with Progressive. Much more affordable than Tesla Insurance.

[@dscarty]

About tire repair. A nail in the tire is not a warranty item from Tesla. Later, if you buy tires from a store like Discount Tire they will offer an additional road hazard warranty. Lastly, when tires need to be removed for patching the equipment can be very rough on your aluminum rim (often powder coated) so you may end up with a rim that looks like curb rash. I would assume that tire repair at Tesla takes rim care into account. My experience, Discount Tire did not.

[@ShaniKalua]

Ok that makes sense. My rims seems to be fine, which is good. Thank you for the clarification

[@Kalayaan23]

Great video. Literally been on the fence all day on hitting the order button. Your video helped me make up my mind. Love the vibes and your energy!

[@LaidbackgamerzzOne]

I have white seats in my 2021 Model 3. I have a toddler the seats are holding up very well.

[@moongirlfilmss]

does blue jeans ACTUALLY stain them? i need to know before i fr get attached to white interior 😆

[@jaydubya9265]

I had to get my windows tinted on day 2. I cannot ride in a fish bowl 😂. I aldo had my first flat a few weeks ago and it was pain. Ultimately went to my local Tesla and they charged 120 ish for the repair so def learned a lesson to go to my local tire shop instead. Also contemplating buying a spare tire and jack. The lack of a spare is the only thing that I’m disliking so far. And a home charger if you can is an absolute must.

[@lenimbery7038]

I've had my Model Y RWD for 3.5 years now....still plenty of power and range. It's the only car I've ever owned that I plan to buy another one of the same make next Spring when my warranty is up

[@Vanessadelanoy]

Girrrl nooo-not dirty water to clean the seats!!!!! 😮😭🤯 Took delivery of my 2024 MYP white on white almost 2 weeks ago tomorrow and I LOVE IT! I remember watching your first Tesla video after I did my demo drive and it was a done deal after that. ☺️ so happy to hear the seats wiped right off after those spills you mentioned, phew!!! Having hubby and two teen boys I was hesitant AF so I had mine ceramic coated becauuuusee boys, lol 😳😂😮‍💨 so far, it’s holding up! The space is amazing and the trunk + frunk fits SO much more than I thought it would (coming from a ‘21 Rav XLE hybrid.) LOVE your lights I do not have patience to install them would love to find someone else to do it. 😅

[@ShaniKalua]

omgggg that exciting that you were able to pick up your new car so fast!! I'm glad that you love it. I might do the same for my white seats, just so I wont have to worry about them

[@ad3519]

Exact same position as you, was with Progressive for years but rate was increasing…decided to go with Tesla as the introduction rate/quote was great! After about a year with Tesla Insurance I totally regret that decision. Their rates doubled from their initial quote and didn’t realize at the time of the switch that Tesla Insurance would monitor your driving and give you a driving score that at time seems totally off! Censors would go off randomly, etc. The claims process and the communication with their agent was horrible! Anyway, if you can’t tell…I DO NOT recommend Tesla Insurance! But hey…we love our Y & X!

[@ShaniKalua]

I have the same issue with the censors going off randomly. I think they're just overly sensitive sometimes. It sucks that you didn't have a great experience with tesla insurance. I may have to start looking for other options as well.

[@empressbryanna3673]

Isn't it kinda ridiculous to charge more on car insurance for late driving when some people get off work at late nights or have to take a night road trip? They should remove that

[@papagrande2006]

You don't just pay for insurance based on whether or not you've had accidents. Some of it is based on your area and...actually... the difficulties that people are having in that area. Lots of carjackings and stolen vehicles, EVERYONE in that area's rates will go up. Any fraudulent claims.. everyone's rates go up. So they sometimes can't pinpoint the origin of the rate hike.

[@dmob10]

I have State Farm after switching to Allstate. Progressive is expensive for Tesla it was twice as much as my Allstate policy.

[@akim47218]

Dope Video! Took delivery of my MYLR a few weeks ago. Loving every second of it so far!

[@ShaniKalua]

thank you! I'm glad that you love it! hopefully your delivery day went well ✨

[@akim47218]

It was super smooth. Gonna be creating content on my channel about the process and some accessories I bought. Looking forward to watching more of ya vids!

[@dianahartley-kim7109]

I bought the refreshed M3 this year and love my car. Great video!

[@ShaniKalua]

Thank you! And congrats on your new car! ✨

[@SONYARenee]

I personally love any Tesla updates. Car vlogs in Tesla, camping in Tesla, the seat info, etc. Everything a person says about a Tesla I'm watching lol. I'm a mom of a princess and I want the white seats but my husband was like think about it. I plan on ordering a Y-model next year maybe summertime. I'm waiting to see the Jupiter model, and I heard the LED will be included. I'm still not understanding the order to process time, including delivery. Could you explain how long the process is? I also cannot decide on what color I want. So I watch and watch KZbin videos. Has anyone dealt with USAA for their car insurance? If so, is it cheaper? Thanks❤❤❤.

[@ShaniKalua]

lol, that was me too while in the process of buying my Tesla. I was eating, sleeping, breathing Tesla. The length of the process is determined by how far out your delivery date is. If you decide to purchase a car that already available, then the process will be relatively quick. If you decide to customize your car (picking the color, the interior, wheels, tow hitch, etc), then you delivery date may be further out. But the website should give you an estimate. For me, I had to wait about 2 months before I got my car because I customized my car. After you pay the initial deposit, you go through and sign all the paperwork through the tesla app. once you’re done with that, you just have to wait for the car to be ready for pickup. hopefully this helps ✨

[@SONYARenee]

@@ShaniKalua Thank you so much! I definitely plan on customizing mine as well.

[@jaydubya9265]

We have usaa and it was def the cheapest option for us to ensure. It didnt go up too much after adding a the Tesla. I’ve seen a few ppl mention USAA as a relatively cheaper option.

[@JaxGrammy]

Thanks for the information. I have heard that baby wipes (99% water) work well on the seats. I have black seats on my Y, but I love the white; however, my grandson would make it challenging to keep them clean. Thx again for the info.

[@ShaniKalua]

Yes, I can confirm that baby wipes work well on the seats. Thanks for watching!

[@craigwflys]

Got a Model Y back in May. I'm in Los Angeles so insurance rates are already super high. I'm almost 60 clean record have another vehicle on my policy and was still quoted $2500 for the year. Next month the new 6 month policy came in and it jumped to $3100. That's just for the Tesla. Went with Tesla insurance and I am paying just about 50% less for my both vehicles. CA doesn't use the driver safety score. Otherwise love the vehicle. BTW America's tire I believe fixes flats for free.

[@ShaniKalua]

yea its super frustrating when companies decide to increase the insurance rate with little to no explanation. Tesla insurance has been great for me so far. And thank you for the tip on America's Tire, i'm sure it'll be helpful in the future

[@a_2502]

Oh I didn’t know CA doesn’t use the driver safety score. I guess that makes sense with the way ppl drive here lmao. I hope to get a tesla by the end of the year or sometime next year

[@craigwflys]

I called them and for me/CA the monthly rate given stays the same for the 6 month term.

[@anthonytrotman8999]

Coming from a Tesla owner since 2020 You did a amazing review keep it up young lady

[@afegargergegerg]

Really informative video, so many cool things you've added. I really liked those door/floor lights, how quick were they to install? And do you have to be careful when closing the doors? I saw maybe the same and the description was "After connecting the lights, close the door slowly and ensure the window is lowered as usual for closing the doors".. so that sort of got me worried about it, but I assume you have had no issues?

[@ShaniKalua]

it took us about 30 minutes to install those lights. once they were connected, we had no issues at all with the windows and doors closing. You just have to make sure that they're fully connected and turned on once when you install them, and hopefully you want have any issues

[@angelparis2071]

Nice cool content. Could have wait for the 2025 MY Refresh and I’m sure it will have ambient lites like the 2024 M3 refresh. This was why I didnt buy the 2024 MY instead I went with the 2025 Lexus NX350h. 😊

[@Charlesbjtown]

So basically, don't buy a performance model, and if you happen to already have a performance...... don't drive it like a performance.

[@lilslapteeth]

Nah. I recently just got a performance and love the speed and everything that comes with it! Never gets old. Drive what you paid for💯

[@sidnickels]

Great video I have a Model S👌🏾

[@flowerchild9672]

Great video. Thank you so much for sharing. I might be late to the party, but does the Tesla ( I thought they did), have a way to punch in a number code before you can drive it even though you would have the key. Is that what it does? Thank you.

[@ShaniKalua]

yes, on the Tesla app you can change the settings under "Security & Drivers" to turn on "PIN to Drive". this would make you enter a pin in order to drive the car. You can also turn on "Valet Mode", so if you give someone else your car to valet they won't be able to do anything on the screen or open the glove box, they can only drive the car

[@flowerchild9672]

@@ShaniKalua I love that these cars have a pin. I love my husband, but man is he like a bear in a china shop. He’s way too rough on cars and loves to drive fast. With my new baby I would put a pin on it so he either can’t drive it or if he (for an emergency where he’s bleeding out), can not drive over a certain speed limit. Okay…if it’s an emergency I’ll drive him…LOL! He drives fast enough when there isn’t an emergency. Not sure what’s up with most men diving like they’re in a race.

[@forwork5458]

Is this all for America 🇺🇸? I live in Canada 🇨🇦

[@TeslaOutage]

Wow! It's like a nightclub in a car! How did you install the lights? I had my MYLR for 3 months now so great job with yours!

[@ShaniKalua]

Thank you! And congrats on your new MYLR. Here’s an overview on how I installed the lights: kzbin.infouoerTTtPlGI?feature=share I can do a more in depth video if you’re interested

[@gregoryhoward5811]

Love your videos. Question, I saw your wall charger and I was wondering why you didn't get the Tesla mobile charger 14-50?

[@ShaniKalua]

I do have a mobile charger. Thats the first one I started with, but it takes foreverrrrr to charge the car because it plugs into a regular outlet. Sometimes the car would estimate 24-35 hours to charge the car to 80-90%. Sometimes the car would only charge 5-10% while being plugged in overnight. So I have it as a back up option, but it's not practical for everyday/regular use. The current charger I have charges in 3-5 hours overnight, so it's a lot more convenient.

[@gregoryhoward5811]

@@ShaniKalua So, the mobile charger has two adapters: the 5-15 and the 14-50. The 14-50 uses a dryer plug (4 prongs). The dryer plug normally costs about $300 to install, and if you don't have the NEMA 14-50 adapter, that is around $50. Totally around $350. The wall charger will charge a MY at 44 miles per hour, and a 14-50 will charge a MY at 30 miles per hour. So it's a difference of 14 miles per hour. It depends on how many miles you drive daily, but 14-50 might be a better deal. I wonder if I am missing something besides the 14 miles per hour. (of course this is for your readers because you already have a charger, lol).

[@tharpeaddy]

I’m carfree I ride e-bikes So that’s probably why they charging more for insurance I don’t pay insurance lol So they gotta get it from someone

[@peterwundersitz3715]

Love the lights

[@HassanWilliams-xp5xn]

Question. How well does the battery work in the cold 🥶 conditions???? I been hearing horror stories about it not being able to charge or work well in the winter time???

[@ShaniKalua]

I haven’t had any issues with the cold. My car is always parked inside a garage, so it’s never exposed to the weather unless I’m driving. But I have noticed that the car uses more energy trying to warm up the car, which probably takes off 3-5% off the range. Just like a gas car and any other car, heating will eat up your gas/battery range

[@KyleBrewington]

Did you buy FSD? I am picking up my Model Y on Saturday and I bought FSD but second guessing my choice.

[@ShaniKalua]

I had the 6 month free trial for FSD and didn’t use it as much as I thought I would. So I ended up not buying FSD because autopilot basically does the same thing

[@KyleBrewington]

@@ShaniKalua I have to commit to using it now 😂 already paid for it.

[@ShaniKalua]

Hopefully you enjoy your new car! Congratulations ✨🎉

[@KyleBrewington]

@@ShaniKalua thanks! I’m coming from a Porsche Cayenne so it’ll def be a learning curve. I’ve watched several of your videos today preparing.

[@LukNoE]

i love this review. you should review different cars! shani means Hi in my parents language.

[@ShaniKalua]

thank you! I'd love to more car reviews in the future

[@LukNoE]

@@ShaniKalua Cyber Truck lol

[@FactsNC300]

How much is your monthly Tesla insurance?

[@ShaniKalua]

2:24

[@SOcrispyproductions]

@@ShaniKaluaI saw you mention your safety score number but not the average price you pay for the Tesla insurance.. did i miss that?

[@Naijamann]

Exact same experience with progressive insurance..soon after you join, they start the cost creep.. borders on scamming..

[@Jayjon81]

I want a Model Y but I would be Upside down on my note

[@ApteraEV2024]

9:00 Unbelievable 😮

[@lynpearl896]

Porshe cayenne for a mum car😅Great video Shani

[@ShaniKalua]

a Porsche is definitely going to be next ✨ and thank youuuu

[@blessguy5330]

@@ShaniKaluaI say Escalade my mom Is on her 3rd

[@AlanTrades]

I pay 50 bucks a month with tesla. But I have no tickets or accidents, drive 12k a year

[@mikeskordynski]

What state?

[@quickpstuts412]

I used to pay $60/month but 2 years later it's now doubled and I have no accidents and only drive 6K a year with a good driving score. So I'm assuming you recently signed up?

[@GreyEagle3]

I wouldn't like the fact Tesla insurance is breathing down my neck on something im paying for even if your driving in a safe manner, I would choose to pay a little extra for my privacy seems a little like what our wonderful government would do, but if thats your only alternative than i get it. Nice looking car

[@ShaniKalua]

I completely agree with everything you said. The sensors are sensitive so sometimes you’ll be penalized for something that’s not even an issue, and there is no way to rectify the issue. Especially during rush hour or heavy traffic, everyone is bumper to bumper and you’ll be penalized for being too close to the car in front of you. It can be frustrating, but it’s a short term solution

[@ApteraEV2024]

10:50 Beautiful ❤

[@HolyScript.]

It’s funny, I’m actually watching this while at the mechanic. I mentioned to him that I was thinking about getting a Tesla soon, and he brought up an interesting point. He said that while Tesla vehicles save on gas, they can cost more in the long run because everything is proprietary. Anytime you need repairs, you have to go through Tesla since they don’t share their repair information with independent shops, which is how they make their money. So even though you save on gas, you might end up paying more if something goes wrong. What’s been your experience with this?

[@realbro5548]

I understand your frustration, but the negativity about EV’s stem from misinformation about the nature & characteristics of an EV. Your mechanic is right, Teslas are proprietary for a reason. Overall maintenance is very low on an EV. Tires, wipers, washer fluid, & hepa filters are the main expense. The motors are self contained, so they need no maintenance on them. The batteries are warranted for 8yrs/100-120k mi, and typically last over 200k miles. Potential purchase of an EV requires due diligence. You should absolutely plan to purchase a level 2 charger, which can vary in cost, so you can take advantage of overnight charging. One reason that Tesla doesn’t license mechanics for maintenance & repair is because most issues are software based which can be diagnosed & solved remotely or you can schedule at home visits to repair issues. A tint shop cracked my drivers side window. I created a service ticket online & the tech came to my house & changed the glass in my garage! I love my Tesla Model Y LR, which is my first EV. I’ve owned a lot of cars in my life,but there’s no experience like driving a Tesla. You should schedule a test drive online. I’ve found in my life you need to inspect what you expect, & get a hands on experience of regenerative braking, which means when you take your foot off the accelerator, the car slows down to a full stop. I use my brakes very occasionally. Brakes can last over 100k miles. I’ve only touched the surface of the capabilities & benefits of an EV, but there are some downsides too. Initial expense can be somewhat costly, but in the long run you’ll still come out ahead. Hopefully you’ll sample the Tesla experience in the near future 👍🏽

[@ShaniKalua]

just as @realbro5548 mentioned, the maintenance required for the car is very minimal. the only issue I've had has been with my tire, which ended up being an easy fix. In the time i've had the car, i've never spent more than $25 to charge the car at a supercharger, and now that I charge at home the cost is even less. it's a depreciating investment just like any other car. Maintenance and gas costs for my previous car was a lot higher than it is for the tesla model y. everyone should be prepared for unexpected costs because anything can happen, regardless of if you drive an EV or a gas car.

[@blessguy5330]

You act like this Is specific to Tesla or EVs. No manufacturer wants some random shop working on their cars

[@realbro5548]

@@blessguy5330 But SAE certified mechanics are authorized by most manufacturers to do warranty work & perform maintenance. Tesla doesn’t authorize any warranted repair or maintenance from 3rd party mechanics other than wear items, like tires or brakes.

[@HolyScript.]

@@realbro5548wow. Thanks so much for the advice. Really insightful

[@HTx78]

one smart cookie… my wife would never go this far… regarding care love…. her car is a mess. but she is smart in other areas.

[@taylorvaghu]

🤣you didn’t have to do her dirty.

[@blacknosugar6839]

tesla insurance isn't worth it

[@smallpbigc9403]

Great video. Informative. Thoughtful. Detailed. 🫡

[@ShaniKalua]

Thank you!