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I worked at Tesla starting in July of 2017 as an Operations Analyst out of the Bethlehem, PA distribution center facility and left as a Program Manager based out of Austin, TX as of September 2021. I spent most of my time in the distribution and supply chain organizations.
Before Tesla, I was a Director of Business Intelligence and Pricing at the largest Pet Food & Supply distributor in the US, Phillips Pet Food & Supplies based out of Easton, PA. My wife and I also owned a small business in Bethlehem, PA between 2016 and 2019.
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[@jasminemccumber4694]

I bought a good amount of TSLA today, I'm focused on the growth of my portfolio this year

[@harlibassham8187]

Likewise, my portfolio hit $20 million last weekend, started from $1 million. I've been investing weekly dividends in long-term ETFs; that's my strategy.

[@jasminemccumber4694]

Are you a pro? how did you achieve this

[@harlibassham8187]

No I'm not, Katherine Elizabeth Humphreys is behind my growth, look her up or make proper research for one who is suitable with your goals.

[@ahmedahmm7545]

Kath is wonderful, Im happy seeing this recommendation, she looked more beautiful in person when I saw her in New York.

[@daloriscutone6380]

She's destined to be one of the best traders of her generation when compared to her peers. Great job!

[@carjic]

I've spent 40 years in the auto business. After you buy a Tesla you'll never go back.

[@webreakforsquirrel4201]

Because you can't. You take such a bath you have no money left to buy anything else.

[@luderx]

@@webreakforsquirrel4201 Incorrect, it is the cheapest car to own. lol

[@webreakforsquirrel4201]

@@luderx nope. A paid off one is.🤣🤡

[@luderx]

@@webreakforsquirrel4201 A paid off f150 is not cheaper to own, than a non paid off m3 lol

[@thestratman344]

same here....retired master tech....Tesla cars are the best

[@chopstix3]

Buy any EV, become an EV detractor for the rest of your life. Buy a Tesla, become an EV fan forever. Plain and simple.

[@thestratman344]

truth

[@spacep0d]

Based.

[@tashi282]

not true, my first EV was 2013 Nissan Leaf in 2016-then M3 2018, MY 2020 & 2023 MY.

[@jmarxful]

Drink the Kool aid and all your dreams will come true.

[@vicjay1972]

Your comment is simple and not very accurate. I have a Kia Niro because in 2019 I couldn't justify the cost of buying a Tesla. The Niro has been a fantastically dependable vehicle. The Niro made a lifelong convert of me. There are many people just like me that didn't go with Tesla. Next one will be a Tesla though

[@BryceLovesTech]

Love my 2013 Model S P85 and at 178,000 miles it still has 220 miles of range on the original battery

[@bluered3228]

Nice to see another 2013 owner. I got the 60 and its only lost 8 miles of range. Did you get the free supercharging for life package? Best decision I ever made.

[@mohammadwasilliterate8037]

Nice😂❤😂❤

[@BryceLovesTech]

@@bluered3228 yes, love my free supercharging

[@scott-yi4sf]

Support American companies by American vehicles that's a good enough reason for me to buy a Tesla

[@djwang06]

I don't think people bring that point up enough really. It's a shame because it's a great selling point here in the US.

[@Mantraflip]

💯

[@davidbeppler3032]

Not just assembled in America, actually built in America! 90% of Tesla parts are made here!

[@outkast40]

@@davidbeppler3032 That's the best part about Tesla is that no company has more American parts in it .

[@DouglasJMark]

I'm Canadian and my last 3 cars have been Teasla Model Y from Fremont, a Chrysler 300C SRT design group, and Chyslere Intrepid ES, the latter two built in Brampton, Ontario supporting American manufactures with a little extra support for Canadian manufacturing as well. 😁

[@brandonlee93]

Brandon, you won’t regret buying a used Tesla. I bought a 2020 model three a couple years ago and it’s the best car I’ve ever driven. I wasn’t in it for environmental reasons mainly for gas savings as well as savings on maintenance. I absolutely love it. I commute 250 miles round-trip twice a week for work and love the fact that I never have to hit up a gas station or change my oil and brake pads.

[@DonLandis]

We haven't paid for electricity to charge two Teslas in 2 years. Charge at home on solar and on road trips I have free supercharger miles. Never want to own another brand car because FSD and cost is so much less.

[@markmercieca5569]

A prediction. I see Brandon's wife enjoying the car so much that she will buy a Y for her own in 6 months, in a year they will buy the 2020 X and in 2 years he will buy a brand new Model S plaid for himself. I put a reminder on my calendar not to forget.

[@TSLAaddict]

OMG, I never thought I’d hear Brandon say anything like this. Six months from now his channel is going to be called. “Electric Car Questions Answered”.

[@markmercieca5569]

True....lol.

[@Hugo-py2ce]

Thats going to happen to everyone that is anti teslas, not EV's but teslas. Honestly teslas are at another level.

[@wawalker1]

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[@wawalker1]

I agree with Brandon regarding physical buttons vs. Screens. EVs try too hard and go overboard with tech. It's unnecessary. Give me buttons and switches. Most only take muscle memory to find, understand and use instead of relying on a dumb screen -- which menu is it on today? Did another driver move it per their preferences, etc. Plus when the screen doesn't work,nothing works!

[@Hugo-py2ce]

@wawalker1 I think the older generation likes buttons. I myself don't, I like clean looking interiors. Minimization is what I look for, it just looks cleaner and futuristic.

[@bigdougscommentary5719]

250K miles on 4 different teslas and NEVER had a sensor malfunction NOR have any of them caught fire.

[@4literv6]

15-18 ice fires happened in the time it takes to watch this video and 80 people ran out of gas despite 140,000+gas stations. The #1 recall across ALL LEGACY ice oems right now here in the U.S. is for the risk of FIRE even when parked right NOW effecting 10,000,000+vehicles 3-5 year's old. But fools who don't own evs worry about the so called fire risks and running out of a charge! 😂👍🏻

[@DAVIDTATLITUG]

I've had a new gasoline vehicle every three years for sixty years. Guess how many major repairs that I've have ever done. ZERO.

[@ToneGuruLA]

Brandon, its an easy decision... If you can afford it, get the new Model 3 Performance... If you are on a budget, get the new Model 3 with the budget trim. To start it may not be your everyday drive... but after a few weeks.. . you will not want to drive anything else.

[@jmanjr]

Yea forget the budget :).

[@segstron]

@@jmanjr Price for my Tesla Sept. 2023 was cheaper than buying the Lexus I was comparing it to.

[@cgamiga]

New Model 3 does NOT get the $7.5k tax credit. Unless you need the new features, used is a LOT better value.

[@sya2546]

​@@cgamiga잘못된 정보

[@brand2k]

Used model S makes much more sense. Far better than the 3.

[@KyleErb]

I love Brandon. I’ve been watching Farzad for years, but just started watching Brandon after Christmas. I respect that he gives insider dealer info without disclosing the name of his dealership.

[@craigsavio6524]

This is a great discussion for those of us who are not closely following Tesla cars!

[@bigdougscommentary5719]

I drive Lyft and I get couples that fight over who get to take the Tesla for the day. Once you have everyday access to ANY EV, it will be you first choice. You will ONLY choose you ICE vehicle for road trips, at least until you are confident in taking the Tesla on road trips. My two Model Ys have made round trips from California to Missouri and my 2019 Model 3 went coast to coast round trip in 2019.

[@davidbeppler3032]

As a fellow Missourian, how long is the trip and how many charging stops. I have a 22TM3LR.

[@bigdougscommentary5719]

@@davidbeppler3032 3 days from California to Missouri, 4 stops per day. Timed breaks and food stops to coordinate with charging stops so not “wasting” time charging. Never spent more than 20-25 minutes chasing. Only complaint is haven’t to wait for a restaurant meal till the dnd of the day because charging sessions are done before your food can get to the table. 2023 MYLR.

[@davidbeppler3032]

@@bigdougscommentary5719 The biggest problem is that the charging time is not long enough?! lmao Wow.

[@DonLandis]

@@bigdougscommentary5719 Same experience here. LOL! On one trip had to leave early to move the car so I wouldn't get idle fees.

[@dyneslair3158]

This crew makes a great talk show to give a very broad perspective.

[@twHomeShow]

YES, Brandon! I bought a used model S (2018) last year with 32k miles. I upgraded the screen and internal computer at my local TESLA service center to FSD computer for approx. $2,500. It's now FSD ready! I love driving it.

[@DouglasJMark]

Nice!

[@jooptablet1727]

Selling a used car to a used car salesman. Well done.

[@DouglasJMark]

🤣

[@bigdougscommentary5719]

About road tripping with a Tesla. When you stop at a Supercharger, you will know where, when, and how long the supercharging session will last. If you schedule you bathroom stops, especially with kids, meal stops and rest stops around these sessions, you will not be “wasting” your time. You will be dual using the time.

[@johnarnold6847]

As long as you stay on most major highways and do not stop and admire the sights in any semi remote location ! Tesla just fired entire staff improving superchargers !

[@MH-Tesla]

Tires don't wear faster. If you use chill mode. I'm getting as much as any gas car

[@MrJinske]

My 22 plaid has 33k miles and is sitting at 1% degradation it still gets 380 miles easily, unless I am sending it. It has great thermals

[@Nerlin]

If Brandon has this many questions about going BEV, can you imagine what the average person needs to know before they will jump to an BEV.

[@4literv6]

I've said for years and years now! We need an ev specific app backed up and updated by ALL the current ev oems! Download it enter the ev you want, links show average real world costs, comparisons etc. You could get the utilities(they are gonna benefit from evs the 2nd most behind the owners)to buy into it as well for est home evse install costs, the average monthly electricity costs and rebates etc.

[@CarloHerrmann]

Super episode👌. I enjoyed the discussion even after owning a Model 3 Performance for five years. I continue to be amazed hearing all the advantages repeated. I could identify with everything that was said.i get a thrill every time I get into my car. I only have to be careful when my wife is in the car as she does not like accelerating or the fact that it is so easy and tempting to go over the speed limit. Love the expression of doing the ‘Wife Test’ when it comes to putting the car on FSD. That in the end is the real test!! 😂 👍

[@jacquiespader9639]

Same! Really enjoyed listening even though we have a Model X & a Y

[@rimagot]

Can't wait to check Brando's experience with an EV. congratulations 🎉

[@RCdiy]

Warranty -> App > scroll down Specs & Warranty. You get the exact dates and mileage at which they expire for that particular car. Similarly in car on the screen….. do a search for warranty under settings on the screen.

[@throwawayanon]

I've never understood the hate towards the look of the Model Y. Especially when I see it in all black with the black rims it looks so premium. Kind of reminds me of the Porsche Cayenne

[@DouglasJMark]

Form over function...a nice form too.

[@sya2546]

테슬라 디자인과 색상은 고급스럽습니다. 다른 고급차에서는 느낄 수없는 테슬라 만의 스마트함과 자연스러운 고급감. 어느 기업차도 따라오지못하는 특유의 고급스러움입니다

[@sya2546]

테슬라 차는 그래서 독특하고 스마트하고 깔끔하고 단정한 묘한 매력이 느껴집니다

[@cbar842]

Need to highlight that an electric vehicle charging at home for $0.10 kWh and driving 3 mi per kWh comes to about a $1 gallon of gasoline if you compare to a 30 MPG car.

[@cbar842]

Oregon applies a 40 cent tax per gallon and the federal is 18 cents. So 58 cents out of the current 4.29 price of unleaded is not exactly taxing the shit out of it. Without the tax it would be 3.71 per gallon. Much higher than driving electric off home charging.

[@bobwheeler8101]

I watch your videos more consistently than any other channel, but this is probably the most useful episode to date. Thank you all so much for this.

[@richf3654]

Climate keep mode is also a great thing even if you're not a pet owner. I just bought a 2022 model 3 from Hertz with 91k miles. Battery still with full range!!! $19,500!!! Great car, already put on 4k miles no issues nooted. Full disclosure....I bought this as a third car for my new teen driver and I have no doubt it will last me the 8 yrs I need for all three of my kids to use. And safety!!

[@bluebiplane]

Excellent discussion. Very well done. Friendly, factual, meeting Brandon where he is. I'm sharing with my non-techie friends. Howvever, not a peep mentioned about the $4k used EV Fed Tax Credit? I expect it is because of the income level requirement maximums ($150k joint filers, $75k single filers). At least a mention would be good.

[@sergiomessina2037]

I think it's a great idea to have follow up segments with Brandon. Especially after the first week then month and then three months because after three months, his response will be the same…

[@hoofzy]

Glad to have you aboard Brandon, let’s work on Ray at Car edge. Used with FSD is the way to go now

[@wkungYT]

This is Perfect--Exactly what ICE car drivers want to know. One of the biggest hurdles that prevents regular ICE car drivers from taking the leap and buying a Tesla (or other EV) is all the unknowns and FUD. Brandon asks all the right questions and you and John give clear, enthusiastic but matter-of-fact answers that anyone new to EVs would appreciate. Suggest you chop this up too and have shorter 5 mins or less clips as well, so specific questions are seen in the title and viewers don't pass on this great info because the video is an hour long. PS--links for Brandon's and John's channels don't work for me

[@4literv6]

Break it into easy to surf chapters with each header covering average fud or new ev owner concerns!

[@farzyness]

Links fixed!

[@ZanDarkstone]

I'm a Tesla shareholder and have been watching the new car prices like a hawk. Test drove a used model Y last year and wanted it, but price still stopped me. I never considered used again until I heard this and realized they are in my price range now, and I have answers to questions I didn't know I had! Excellent video by 2 of my fav YTers! I'm going used Tesla shopping today. TY for the great Q&A!

[@wkungYT]

@@ZanDarkstone Right on! You see? This is Exactly what I mean! What's been missing are Clear, Matter-of-fact answers to real questions from a Legit ICE car guy that real everyday ICE car drivers want to know! That and these great used and new Tesla prices. Could be what tips Tesla shareholders who don't own Tesla cars over to Tesla car-ownership--including myself (or *cough*Hans*cough*). I don't know why it's taken so long to see it in this format

[@chriscline1725]

This video should be required "learning" for everybody who is considering an EV, but still very skeptical! I really enjoy watching all 3 of your channels and this was a great watch. My wife and I also love both of our Model Ys and my youngest is considering a used Model 3. Thanks for posting Farzad!

[@cyndeeharvey3902]

I bought a 2022 model 3 long range for $24K. Got the $4K credit. Used it as the down payment. 72 K miles on it. I love it. Was an Uber driver in CA. Owned by Hertz.

[@aeromtb2468]

how is it going with it? any problems encounter?

[@cyndeeharvey3902]

@@aeromtb2468 I’ve had it just over a month. Everything functions perfectly. There are a few scratches on it. Kind of annoying, but at least I won’t freak out when I put the first ding on it. Battery was rated at 94% or around 350 miles.

[@cyndeeharvey3902]

I got it at Victory Chevrolet in Savannah Missouri.

[@MH-Tesla]

How did you find that? I'm in Michigan and I can't find anything close to that price. 😢

[@toskin6395]

We also bought a hertz 2022 Tesla LR from Victory Chevrolet (but the st Joseph location). $19,800 after the used EV credit, 70,500 miles. We had to replace one fog light and touch up some curbed wheels, but it’s worked flawlessly. Charged to 80%, it has an indicated range of 266 miles (19 inch wheels)

[@danielsondiecastracing]

I was just in the same boat back in January. I was trying to decide whether to get a 2020 Model 3, or 2017 Model S. We decided we really preferred the cargo space with the hatchback and instrument panel screen in the S over the advantages of a newer 3. We ended up getting a 2017 S 100D with Enhanced Autopilot for $32K. Highly recommend finding one with EAP because it'll cost significantly less than one with EAP but yet only run you $2K to upgrade to FSD which also includes the hardware upgrade so it'll essentially become a much newer car. That's what we're doing very soon. We love our S. One of the most beautiful cars on the road, and arguably the most practical used car you can get. Moreso than the 3. Wish I could've been on the call seeing as I just went through this, haha

[@allenkackman4657]

This is great! Love Brandon

[@pm375]

A survey was just released that rated Teslas as the lesst expensive vehicles to own over a ten year period.

[@DouglasJMark]

Yup. Shoot...darn.....washer fluid is low and I've got refill it..for the 2nd time in 18 months of ownership.

[@lancejones4636]

"Binnacle" is the word; not "gargoyle". 😜

[@ShotgunAFlyboy]

The 2018 Model S can do FSD only if it has the MCU2 upgrade, but it's a stunted less capable version of FSD. That said, I own a similar one, and it drives me all over town without me doing much of anything. The thing you'll miss out on is the cabin camera features and the remote sentry view. Modern computers and a horizontal screen are mid 2021.

[@richf3654]

I've had to pay for those small things at tesla and pricing was comparable or even better that the lexus dealer i used to have.

[@MrPmanbass]

When you guys told him “You’ll find excuses to drive it, you’ll drive it more than you think” I laughed because one day I drove into work and realized I forgot my key fob to get in the building and had to drive home to get it….as I started driving back towards home I realized I was stoked to drive some more. 😁

[@jfarlandutube]

I have a 2020 model wire that I bought used. I paid too much for it at the time. Had very low miles. I was going to resell it, but I love it so much. There’s no way anybody’s getting it away from me unless it’s for a new model, why when they refresh it. The self driving is absolutely amazing?

[@hazmatt81]

Never thought I’d see Brandon on Farzad’s channel! That’s awesome he’s making the jump. He’s in the exact place we were at about 2 years ago. We bought our first Tesla used. 2017 Model S 90D with 50K miles. We’ve loved it ever since day one and continue to love it. And like you guys told him, you look for an excuse to drive the car more than you need to. I just recently placed a deposit for the Model 3 Performance for my daily. Delivery date sometime in June. So pumped to get that car! Can’t wait to see follow up videos with Brandon here on the channel. This was a great change of content from the norm!

[@nomenessuno2463]

I basically had all the same questions and concerns 3 years ago when I was deciding whether to buy my wife a model 3. Ended up buying a new dual motor 3 for her. In retrospect, I think I should have tried to convince her to accept a used one (that would have been a hard sell for me).

[@mikeyreacts5839]

Money is not meant to control people rather it is meant to be put to work producing more money for you. You cannot build wealth without putting money in its rightful place.

[@mihaiduta4236]

People don't understand that the prices of things are never going back down. This inflation is deeper than we think. Those buying groceries are well aware that the real inflation is much over 10%. The increments don't match our income, yet certain investors still earn over $365,000 in stocks and assets. Wish I could accomplish that.

[@codecreateurroku6764]

Very possible! especially at this moment. Profits can be made in many different ways, but such intricate transactions should only be handled by seasoned market professionals.

[@josemanuelmacias7968]

Having an investment advisor is the best way to go about the stock market right now. I was going solo, but it wasn't working. I've been in touch with an advisor for a while now, and just last year, I made over 80% capital growth minus dividends.

[@jameslongwell5025]

I'm surprised that you just mentioned and recommend Mr Jeff Clark. I met him at a conference in 2018 and we have been working together ever since.

[@scrumpy615]

Sounds interesting. I was planning to invest some few £ in some coins, stack them up and leave them for a few years, but seeing this changed my mindset. Thank you very much

[@E59FF]

We have a model X. They are easy to work on; I’m a motorcycle mechanic, so I do most of my work myself. But it DOES have more issues than our model 3. But we love the smoothness of the air suspension. It’s worth it.

[@wt9653]

I'm buying a model 3 performance refresh. In Washington State, I get both the Federal and State incentive equalling 12,500 off the price of the car. Washington State doesn't have EV sales tax 😊

[@4literv6]

Imagine when it first came out in early 2018 going for up to 83k(got a buddy who paid $78,000+ for his. If someone told you hey in just 6 years this will be around half the price and have more features as standard, a heat pump, ride quiter, handle better and accelerate even faster! 😀👍🏻

[@hansadler6716]

I don't think you guys mentioned to him that some used Teslas come with FSD. Typically the used ones with FSD are slightly higher priced, but much less expensive than if you wanted to purchase FSD for a car that doesn't have it.

[@DouglasJMark]

Didn't know used cars with FSD keep the FSD...and doesn't cost much more? Interesting 🤔

[@hansadler6716]

​@@DouglasJMark Yes, I bought a used model 3 directly from Tesla that has FSD. It was only a few thousand more than the cars without FSD.

[@E59FF]

Go do a test drive of a new one. Just for a fun date. Make an appointment, easy. They throw you the keys and ask you to come back in an hour. Such a cool experience.

[@andersbrathen]

Having a Tesla in a home with five drivers, a 'simple' thing of not needed a physical key is something I no longer can live without.

[@buddyotter]

I purchased a used MS P85 in 2016 with 20,000 have it at 90,000 miles right now and it's better than when I bought it. I have no fear of buying a used tesla. Have also owned a M3 standard and MY LR AB. I can't believe that my old MS beats most cars off the line. Looking at a used Plaid vs M3 performance to replace it.

[@corresandberg]

Brandon: Sentry Mode On and your Tesla is a freaking watch dog on your garage lane.

[@crikescrikes2465]

⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This should be a required video for anyone considering transitioning from ICE to EV!

[@xaysanamaokhamphiou2475]

Hey Brandon if you own an EV you never gonna see gas pump anymore that’s how good it is.

[@elliotserrano7333]

because you paid a premium to not use gas.

[@tHebUm18]

@@elliotserrano7333 Other than it's not a premium, many (all?) Model 3/Y variants are cheaper than the average new car price. Guess technically Brandon's budget here was about $10k over the average used car price, but his dealership selling used vehicles $5000 and under is part of the issue there.

[@r.a.monigold9789]

I'm Subscribed to all THREE of you guys. And I watch ALL of your videos - scheduled and specials both. This has been my DREAM video for a while now. Thank you all for sharing this! And Brandon - yur gunna dig it...

[@JHCCAZ]

Talking about parking the car outside: I park my Tesla outside in the Arizona sun. One of the best things about Tesla is that you can set the Cabin Overheat Protection, which keeps the interior around 100° instead of 150° in the summer. It uses about $1.50 worth of electricity to keep that active all day. Plus, when you are about to leave, you just open your app or smartwatch or smart speaker to fully activate climate, and the car will be fully cooled when you get in. No engine running, no fumes, just fresh air at the right temperature.

[@hutchrt0596]

ADVICE: I bought my 2021 Model 3 with 41k miles about 7 months ago. I will say a piece of advice/awareness! We were in a van before the 3, getting in and out of a very low car like the 3 is wild. How did we ever ride in cars before? LOL. But for real, the Y will give you a higher vehicle and the seats on a higher stand. Along with more space, that's the reason the Y has outsold the 3. I would really only consider the S for more space or an amazing deal, but the S and X do have higher depreciation. Now saying that, buying one used the depreciation has pretty much hit. You also do get more mileage on the S and X. I would really pay attention to what you're doing to decide what battery size you want! I only use 10 to 30% of my battery daily! We do travel sometimes, but when you look at the big picture it's maybe three or four times a year and sometimes only two or three times. I can drive to Atlanta from my house for less than $10 using the supercharging Network, which has me charge for around 15 minutes. But if I'd gotten the bigger battery, I wouldn't have to stop at all. But that's simply because of that distance. If I traveled to Atlanta often, there is zero doubt that I would have a bigger battery. But I really don't, so I am excited that I didn't pay extra. For our situation.

[@StormyDog]

Personally for the same money I'd choose a newer Model Y over an older Model S.

[@hutchrt0596]

@@StormyDog agreed, much better battery technology.

[@GalileoVR]

Another thing that is under appreciated about Tesla's is that they don't have a power button or on switch. When my neighbor got his car stolen I realized that even if they broke into my Tesla they still could not start it. And not only that but the app shows the address of where it is parked.

[@DouglasJMark]

Hope you also use PIN to drive like we do.

[@cbar842]

Get a 2022 3 or Y used from Tesla and they usually come with FSD, acceleration boost, and always have an extra year warranty.

[@johnlabernik4599]

The range displayed is a calculation based on the epa rated range of the car and battery degradation. This is the closest approximation to battery health that is easily accessible.

[@charleshayden1400]

EV owner fan of ALL 3 of you guys, and have been wishin’ & hopin’ that Brandon would make the jump. I keep telling an ICE-car-dealer friend that the market for used EVs will be a great business-model over the next few years, as EV owners will be upgrading; the trade-ins/sales vehicle will still have a lot of life, and will likely been given love. Brandon is well-placed to dip-into this now, and in 3-5 years, he may be a Dynasty! GREAT SHOW, and YES on follow-ups. 👍🏿👍🏿

[@gees97]

I’ve always wanted a Tesla. Then I landed a job with them. Best job and experience ever. Now I definitely want one even more after driving hundreds of them assisting with deliveries. Reducing my credit card debt and then trading in my Honda for one. Actually know some people that know you Farzad!

[@grusgott7188]

He should rent a model 3 for a week to decide on the side screen. I thought the same thing before but now I prefer the middle screen.

[@magnusjohansson5383]

I have a model S P100D 2016 December, it has AP3 Hardware 3 upgrade and recently got the DAS hw3 cameras replaced for free by tesla. It also has MCU2 upgrade. so cars from late 2016 and up can get FSD! As a bonus the car has free supercharging that follows the car and not the first owner.

[@MilwaukeeNW]

I bought a December 2016 Model S 75 off lease from Tesla in April 2020 and it has all the upgrades as yours. I just finished the free 30 day FSD trial and it was great. Seriously considering the $ 99 subscription because I drive an hour and a half commuting.

[@RCdiy]

@farzad don’t forget now anybody can sign up for access to Tesla services manuals and part numbers. They even cover dropping the battery. Basically everything Tesla has access to except the user’s vehicle account.

[@nickmcconnell1291]

Excellent talk! Love this and hope a lot of first time considering an EV buyers get to see this.

[@robm6962]

Hey Farad I am in California and I saw today a refreshed model y it looks insane I did take some pictures it has the retractable rear spoiler and it had ca plates on it can’t wait to see it in the show rooms😊 really I joyed this pod cast I do follow tesla and your Chanel everyday

[@martinbeaumier7172]

I would have more confidence in buying a 150k mile Tesla than any ice car

[@bobwallace9753]

Maybe what Brandon could do is to rent a Tesla for a couple of days when he has time to take an overnight trip. Get some meaningful experience with driving with only a screen. When I rent a car it's very strange until I've driven for a couple of hours. It just takes some time to adjust to a different layout and different approach.

[@jerryghirardo6111]

Just a reminder to Brandon. A used EV that is at least 2 years old get a $4000 federal credit.

[@rsamd]

Besides windshield washer fluid and tires also every 2 years cabin filter change, Every 4 years check/change brake fuild. Also you have to use the brakes from time to time so that they dont rust away. the bushings on the suspension are also a problem on teslas. check for wheel play. warranty is 4 years for the whole car when new and 8 years on battery and motors. So if you buy a 2020 and its out of warranty and a door handle goes bad, you have to pay.

[@DonLandis]

Nice interview but I detected 2 inaccuracies in your answers. I owned a 2020 Model S Long RangePlus we mostly used for road trips and a little local driving. 1. The warranty is actually in two parts so Brandon needs to understand the difference. The drive train including traction battery is 150,000miles or 8 years. The bumper to bumper for everything else is 5 years or 50,000 miles. I traded my 2020 Model S in after 4 years this March on a new one. In 4 years I had two warranty repairs they did at my house. The washer fluid tank leaked and the charge port door stopped opening with the button on the plug but still worked with the screen access. Tesla swapped the circuit board and it was fixed. 2. The 2020 Model S has a battery that doesn't charge at 250KW. It is a 150KW maximum on all Superchargers and you are correct that from 10% to 90% it takes about 45-50 minutes. My new 2024 Model S LR can fully charge in about 25 minutes and peaks at 250KW adding 390 miles in that time for long road trip. Hardly enough time for bathroom break. Typically we have to stop more often so a 10 minute boost twice a day is good. My wife has a 2021 Model Y and loves it. It has the 250KW Supercharging speed. We love the hatch back and will never own a trunk lid ever again. She just got new tires after 32,000 miles. Cost was $1400 for the top quietest Hankook brand. Also for Brandon- When I traded my 2020 Model S in it still had plenty of B2B warranty miles remaining but the 4 year limit expired. Tesla gave me $43,000 in on a 2024 and I transferred the free Supercharging for life as well as my Full Self Driving to my new one. That was a perk at the time. So, a low miles 2020 with full warranty may be beyond your budget. I also typically still had 387 miles range on the battery on road trips. I love Full Self Driving and rarely go anywhere and drive manually anymore. Just safer and more relaxing on long trips. The computer helps me predict when to go to a Supercharger to charge. If you have to have a driver's instrument display, they are available from 3rd party accessories companies that just plug in and mount behind the steering wheel. If I drove the Y more I would buy one for $350-$500. Farzad- Love your channel and interviews. Keep up the good content!

[@dsviking]

No matter what you get, make sure to install a level 2 (240v) charger at home. I suggest you look at getting the standard range model Y. After the 7500 tax rebate, it is at about $35,500 + taxes. Brand new car, full warranty. If you want buttons and display in front of steering wheel, look at spending a couple hundred and getting the s3xy buttons. Use an old phone for the display and program the buttons to whatever you want them to do.

[@flattire707]

Excellent advice. Love my Model 3LR/FSD. 12.3.6 is more than amazing.

[@DouglasJMark]

Good point. Level 2 charger at home. Actually, level 1 meets most of our needs except doing longer road trips and sometimes in the coldest winter days.

[@bravenkind7843]

We gonna talk about the supercharger layoffs or what?

[@Someone_Cool.x3]

I don't have a garage and charge my Tesla outside. Never had an issue in the rain. Excited for you making this decision 🎉

[@dianahartley-kim7109]

I bought a 2024 Model 3 RW and love it! It fixed many of the issues of the previous 3. It has taken me a few weeks to get use to the lack of stalks.

[@davefit-areyousaturated9830]

I bought my first Tesla 2023 Model 3, 8 months ago, it took the drive home to figure most things out, after a week everything was sorted. I’ll never buy any other car than Tesla because it’s just that much better. I’ve owned lots of new ICE cars over the last 35 years none even comes close. Granted I’ve never owned a premium $65k + BMW, Mercedes, or Lexus. Mine were Honda accord, Pilot, GMC crew cab truck, and Dodge Challenger to name a few.

[@justinrhodes1745]

Brandon is great. Love his videos about the collapsing market

[@rb8049]

Great discussion! Great advice!

[@dianewallace6064]

I'm guessing car wash mode is so that the automatic windshield wipers don't turn on (true for our Rivian R1T). My Ioniq 6 SE low trim has manual windshield wipers so no worries.

[@007MrWilliam]

Battery and drive units have their own warranties

[@007MrWilliam]

8 year and 120k or 150k miles depending on the model.

[@mhfs61]

Greatest conversation. Fantastic chemistry 👍🏼 👍🏼 👍🏼. Enjoyed it a lot. Should live on the Tesla website.

[@andrewvercillo6225]

It takes one drive to get used to looking at the screen only. I have a model Y and I am looking at an X for more room and I don’t like the screen behind the wheel and how they put the FSD and park assist on that display

[@pm375]

I wrote that too early in the video. You eventually mentioned the Consumer Reports survey.

[@frederickfaller899]

Consumer Repodts is not unbiased they are full of clickbait don’t pay attention to them on anything

[@Martinko_Pcik]

I'm not sure if he asked about insurance. In Ontario Canada 🇨🇦 I got a quote 350 CAD / month for Model Y RWD. Corolla Cross Hybrid 105 CAD/month. No fuel and oil change savings will pay for that.

[@markmercieca5569]

hahahahahaha.....for sure. He is going to love his Tesla and his wife adore it even more. They will drive it every day....

[@markmercieca5569]

It will be interesting to see Brandon experience the ease and fun of owning an EV and becoming an ambassador. As soon as he sees that most of the mainstream news was fear-mongering and false data to protect oil companies he will understand that electric is the way to go. Humans will always love ICE cars but they will love them in the same way people today still enjoy riding horses.

[@rogerstarkey5390]

FARZAD! REGEN.... You need to learn a bit more! Motor becomes a generator. The generator uses "induction" to cause drag on the drive output.

[@ronaldlenz5745]

@rogerstarkey5390 While I don't have the personality or voice to do a YT channel, I could have schooled Brandon a lot better than Farzad and John did. They also totally forgot to discuss "fuel" cost.

[@rogerstarkey5390]

More tech knowledge required.👍

[@ronaldlenz5745]

Brandon, the S has had suspension problems (control arms, bushings). That was all fixed in, I recall, mid-2019. Our June 2020 Model S has wonderful automatic air suspension. I had no problems with uneven tire wear in the first 28000 miles. Discount tire rotates for free even on OEM tires. They said my suspension was perfect.

[@rogerstarkey5390]

Find a tesla battery specialist and get a report.

[@georgebaxter4400]

Guys Any ICE with time gives you less mileage per gallon the more miles goes , stop the conversation about it . When I got my ICE was 28/ mile , now 23/mile/gallon in3 years. Open the minds ❤

[@DavidHamby-ORF-48]

Ahoy, Brandon. Regen braking makes a Tesla coast down like a manual. If you want slush box roll on, that’s a setup option. With the touch screen, I just preflight the car to check and adjust back screen settings. And my 2 greyhounds like the model Y with row 2 down, both can stretch out. Great dog car. Level 1 charging will add 30 miles or so overnight. That’s 210 miles a week on level 1.

[@Crypto-Solo]

New Tesla qualifies for a $7500 Fed Tax credit. Used Model Y qualifies for up to $4500 fed tax credit (2 different tax credits, new & used)

[@micahparham1483]

Just bought our Refreshed Model 3 Long Range this week. So far, i absolutely love this thing. Lots of safety features. Quick and fun handling. And so much tech, it feels like when I bought my first iPhone. Great podcast bro. Keep it up

[@reedkelly6145]

QUESTION: I saw a video a while back that there is a device to plug into Teslas that can tell you charge times, # of fast charges, # of slow charges. For Brandon, he uses a scan tool for the vehicles he buys, so how important or use full is the scab tool for electric vehicles? QUESTION 2: You never discussed aftermarket items for Teslas. I thought there was a display like what the Model S has behind the wheel, that is available for Model 3 vehicles? I know there is a button package that can be bought and used for whatever a person wants. So what after market accessories would be good for Brandon?

[@erickessler6094]

Haha, the Brother definitely wants the look, size, and bling of the Model S. Definitely HW3 is a must. Spend ALL $35K on a great 2020 Model S! In spite of the fact that in 1 week and the speedo inside/behind the steering will be a non-Issue... he has his mind set on Model S. Haha, I can't wait to see him in his new Model S. He MUST budget in a NMEA 14-50 wall outlets! Cheers, Eric

[@ollyb7570]

Didn’t know Fred Durst was into Teslas. Keep rollin’ brother.

[@sk.n.9302]

These were all my questions too, thanks Brandon!

[@Scholzey]

Model y looks crap in white with base hub caps. Wheels make a huge difference to the look. I have seen some around that look really good with their colour and wheel combo.

[@DouglasJMark]

I thought this too. But, in Toronto, we have a ton of TMYs with standard 19" wheels and hub caps...and I've grown to like them (and use them for our winters). They're becoming something like Volkswagan Beetles, a little ugly but cute in the end!

[@davisboating]

I'm shopping for a used TESLA most dealers don't have them fully charged. Real range has to be estimated. Thanks for a great show.