Why I wasn't impressed with the 1000HP Tesla Model S Plaid

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

The Plaid I own has the 19s and gets realistically 325 - 350 miles of range. I got mine with FSD and an added 1yr warranty with 4k miles for $58k. Had several issues but Tesla covered all of it and now I couldn't imagine loving any car more.

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

Original range of a MSP is 396 with 19s, and 348 with 21s.

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

All of my loaners had FSD but if you hit the 85mph speed limit they disable FSD until the next trip.

[@LacDTS]

Leech.

[@G82Watts]

I'm sure if u had a couple million dollars more u could easily find a car u love more. 😂

[@mikeferguson4522]

Mr know it all......nice see you watching a proper motoring show.....maybe get some tips for your crap show?

[@deanmcmanis9398]

It is a fair review. And it can be tricky if you don't have a key car and do have a dead phone. But if you bought a Plaid this would not be an issue, because you would have a key card as a backup for your phone. The steering Yoke was mostly a first year thing. They added a round steering wheel as standard, with the yoke as an option. I like the E-Ray (love that blue) but the electric motor is just for AWD and performance. Zero Eco pretense. The regular (lane keeping, cruise control) "Autopilot" should be free and working fine. The Plaid can be driven normally and then be as economical as a Prius, but as quick (in a straight line) as a Bugatti. So it is more about the particular balance between lightning acceleration and practicality that suits you best. You should try out the new Model 3 Performance, which runs high 10s in the 1/4 mile, but it is lighter, better handling, and is $50K-$60K new. Of course it is relatively generic, but it has Stingray acceleration, and decent handling, plus daily driver comfort and practicality. I got a used model Y for the price of a Civic, and it is an impressive daily driver. I've also got a Viper, so I understand that mindset as well.

[@TheOriginalLugnuts]

Just a couple of years ago people were paying $50k+ over sticker for Plaids. Imagine paying $180k for a Plaid and two years later it’s worth $60-65k talk about suckers.

[@neilgunns8391]

When you can pay 180k for a car, you’re not a sucker, you’re a winner. Facts.

[@TheOriginalLugnuts]

@ yeah losing a $120k in two years is winning lol

[@MrJdebest]

​@@neilgunns8391No, people who came into money will blow it. The people who earned their money are more frugal than you think.

[@cmcb7230]

There’s a whole generation of suckers that are willing to pay to much for stuff they don’t need.

[@TheSupervillain316]

​@@MrJdebest so much truth.

[@reallyemptypockets6509]

Midlife crisis guy, Honey, my phone 📱 died, honestly 🤥 Riiiiiiiiiiight

[@Gus-y5i]

Exactly 💯

[@niagarajoe4402]

Honestly the first thing that came to my mind too lmao

[@OutlawChevy2]

Exactly what I was thinking!

[@marcoquedevez1851]

😂

[@mhsohel47]

Fake guy 😢. Has zero research. The plaid has a round steering wheel. Range is 400 miles, 320 in rl. Autopilot is free on all Tesla. Leguna seca track time 1:30.7 sec beating his Corvette by 2 sec lol. Making video for money not for reality

[@bobberndt9744]

The Craig Drinking Game (may be adapted for Bingo). 1 drink for every time he says a) $100,000 b) Cybertruck c) Florida Pick your own d, e, f. Prepare to get 🍻 very 🥂 very 🥃 drunk !!

[@geraldh.6686]

Fast and n a straight line

[@jfdoherty3448]

Love it! ( love this channel too)

[@jfdoherty3448]

Another great video my friend!

[@flemingfamilyracing]

Golden. I watched the same video 3 times in just this one video. REPEAT, REPEAT, REPEAT

[@ihateusernames2006]

I can see Elon Musk calling his team after listening to the card key explanation and asking, "I thought we made the S class idiot-proof". We did too, boss.

[@neilgunns8391]

😂

[@monaezytwo6513]

This guy is a special kind of stupid.

[@TheLawIX]

This guy is a complete idiot and likely just cheated on his wife.

[@Aegisx5]

The Plaid did the Nurburgring faster than a C8 Corvette. So while its not a track monster, its plenty compitant on a track. I easily get 300+ miles of range on aftermarket 20s in my Plaid real world range if keeping the speeds in double digits. The yoke peeling is very common, they almost all do it. Tesla replaces them for free with a much better quality revised version that doesnt peel like that. It's a mobile service ticket.

[@robertl2227]

Tesla knows you have a large utube following...otherwise you're getting a model 3 as a loaner.

[@matthewcollins6109]

I got dropped off by a crazy girl one morning in a grocery store parking lot an hour away from home with a dead phone. There isn’t Uber here and After many challenges I finally found a ride home. I my girlfriend the same story about dead phone and lost my key. Bravo Craig

[@adelia-m6x]

Finally, another upload from you!

[@tonyparisio4021]

Why let your phone die when the car has two wireless chargers right in the center console? I get in the car and put my phone right in the charger.

[@FlyingWheels]

I have a phone case

[@somebodyandthem]

@@FlyingWheelsthat causes issues?

[@tonyparisio4021]

@@FlyingWheels Sorry to hear it. My Apple case works with the car.

[@Simplyput3451]

Creates drama for the channel😂

[@bentong8]

Nice that they gave you a loaner at least. I dropped off my M3 for an FSD upgrade and they don't want to give me a loaner.

[@mrcotter2531]

The Plaid’s $15k Track Pack upgrade includes carbon ceramic brakes, Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3R tires, and Zero-G forged aluminum wheels, along with the 1,020 horsepower tri-motor setup.

[@2660mh]

I’m 71. I have muscle memory to adjust radio by, reaching down. My 2015 Camry has radio controls up top. AC controls are down.. Not thinking, not looking, I do not reach up to adjust radio. It drives me CRAZY! lol. 😆 I loved your review of cybertruck on road trip and running out of juice and getting a recharge!

[@vadim7590]

Don't worry, soon you won't have any memory, not even muscle 😂 😂

[@2660mh]

@@vadim7590 lol

[@SunnynPhilly]

@@vadim7590 aww, that’s harsh man. Hey, my grandpa is 92 and still driving his 3/4 ton Silverado (slowly annoying every one in town).

[@shanebird9918]

Good video...I think the Model S is the best looking Tesla. I would definitely consider one for daily use.

[@robertvance1873]

Always trying to fit in and tell everyone what you have 😂

[@ag4allgood]

Not a fan of Tesla's. Model S Plaid to me just looks like any of the other models except the truck. So your key fob is basically your phone or the card TY I learned something today.

[@schwinn04]

The Paid is stupid fast, but the LR is more than fast enough & I can't justify the extra cost to go plaid

[@YouSoundButtHurt]

it's not for brokies

[@rbiddy5893]

Teslas depreciated worse than a Jag or Range Rover. The build quality is crap...don't get the appeal. But if you must have an electric car, lease it don't buy it

[@sameleanya4987]

Elon said that teslas appreciates in value as you use them 😂😂😂

[@kidamere2408]

lol no they dont take msrp to msrp not dealer markups and they are all within a few grand, build quality is on par with any other mass produced vehicle , but you know what you read on the forums has be real

[@niagarajoe4402]

how long ago was this recorded? my friend has had autopilot on his cybertruck for a couple months

[@monaezytwo6513]

My Cyberbeast has AP and FSD. Both work very well.

[@DunnMotors]

Thanks Craig! I appreciate your videos

[@FlyingWheels]

I appreciate that!

[@monaezytwo6513]

You left out the part about the strip club and the stripper in your story. Hope your wife doesn't read this.

[@FlyingWheels]

🤣

[@rob3812]

I have owned bmw, Audi, Saleen, etc. my 21 Plaid blows all the cars out of the water when it comes to handling. Not sure why you say it’s not a race car. You must have had the car on medium mode and not on sport. You do realize it’s on bags right?

[@segredosdotiosam9989]

Hey . you are in my neck of the woods. I'm in downtown West Palm. Thanks for the cool videos

[@GwynnOak1]

EV owners tend to be zealots, so yes they probably hate on you. Too bad, the truth hurts at times, but reality is reality. You point out about the door handles can freeze, a very valid point for a large portion of the US. A huge issue in Canada, and other high latitude countries. There is also the loss of range associated with frigid temperatures. That was painfully obvious last winter, with all the stranded EV's abandoned by frustrated owners, unable to access chargers. I applaud your honesty in pointing out the good and bad with EVs.

[@Raider19582]

Your Corvette is absolutely gorgeous.

[@ssucharith]

Loving Florida videos Craig.

[@ScottyLo]

We recently purchased a used Model 3 and the lower left part of the steering wheel was worn out just like that one. The dealership replaced it free of charge but I bet it will happen again. We love the car regardless. It’s like nothing else we’ve ever owned.

[@ericgilmore5949]

Dude can’t believe you guys moved to Florida. Live in Seacoast Nh and watched your vids since like 25k subs. Did u sell your Winni house? Congrats on the crazy KZbin success, my algorithm never shows me your new uploads except for this one

[@FlyingWheels]

Yes I did

[@tonyparisio4021]

The Plaid has a range of 359 miles. Where did you get your false figures?

[@LuisRamirez-gc7rd]

I'm glad you mentioned whistling diesel great guy

[@SnarkyBullet]

Craig, getting a urus soon??? 👀 now that the cybertruck is “gone”

[@Avfc-m4w]

If he didn't buy all the toys he buys he could have had one years ago.

[@SnarkyBullet]

@ he can 100% afford it, question is. Is it worth it? Absolutely not, would it be fun? Hell yeah. Just because you can doesn’t mean you should.

[@SunnynPhilly]

Just get a Cayenne Turbo GT, same engine and platform. Or really any Cayenne Turbo with the 4L V8 is pretty close and way cheaper if ya don’t mind looking like a soccer mom or successful real estate agent.

[@SnarkyBullet]

@@SunnynPhilly he wants a urus

[@S2NAZ]

Oh man, I was looking forward to seeing you get your truck back and see everything working ☹️

[@Clay_333]

I would only want an electric car as a second car, but if I was buying one I would definitely want a Plaid. I would definitely pick it over a Cybertruck. The reason I would want one is for the extreme, instant power and the Plaid is definitely the best at that. For normal daily use I would much rather have a gas car.

[@monaezytwo6513]

Newsflash, the Cyberbeast rolls at 2.6 seconds 0-60. It is definitely extreme, instant power.

[@Blackmajic21]

That’s crazy, the upgrade program updates are not available.

[@comradg]

Thank you for the entertaining video. Did they fix all of the problems in your cyber truck? Are the brand new ones that could be delivered in 10 days still without any of the other fantasy stuff? I agree that hybrid is the real future... Toyota is doing it right by pushing hybrid on all models

[@sendaimatt3380]

Thank you for sharing your experiences

[@acemannw]

Hey Craig, is someone that lives up north in the cold in Wisconsin? My family has been thinking about moving south to Florida. I would be interested to hear some of the differences for you from New Hampshire to Florida..

[@morrismontgomery2822]

Craig I believe that the Model S Plaid has "Track Mode" on it.

[@jstar1000]

The original CT came with all options, the cheaper one comes with much less so its not really comparable. All expensive cars lose a shit ton of value the second you drive it off the lot.

[@geraldh.6686]

Is it fast in a straight line though?

[@sorka95032]

I just drove 350 miles from Phoenix to SoCal on a single charge in my 2024 MSP averaging 245 wh/mile and still had 50 estimated miles of range. I have the 19" wheels. If it's taking you longer than 30 minutes to hit 80% then there's something wrong with that Tesla. Also, the Plaid beats the crap out of your etron GT by nearly a minute at the Nuremberg. If you want to experience even better cornering, put it into track mode and let the torque vectoring work for you. 200 MPH requires track pack. S Plaids regularly hit 9.2 in the quarter. 9.5 would be on the street unprepped. The round wheel is standard on the 2023 so that yoke was added as an option. Also, unless you're adding FSD, it's not possible to option it out to $100K. I have regular key fobs for my MSP. I don't want to rely on my phone and the key card is too much of a pain. I do carry it but it's a last ditch resort.

[@jruerph]

They have been replacing peeling yolks with an updated version.

[@rob3812]

I have owned bmw, Audi, Saleen, etc. my 21 Plaid blows all the cars out of the water when it comes to handling. Not sure why you say it’s not a race car.

[@G82Watts]

Its just boring. Tesla fans will justify the lack of looks, interior, and sound just to say they finally can afford a quick car but truth is people that are mega rich never drive a tesla. They still get that new porsche,bmw, lambo,etc..

[@neilgunns8391]

The mega rich have all the cars you listed and a Tesla. 😆

[@S2NAZ]

I was thinking the same thing. A fast yawn 🤷🏼

[@josephvantreeck2989]

thx Craig

[@monaezytwo6513]

You clearly don't have a Cyberbeast if the S plaid is knocking you out. The base Cybertruck is a joke for acceleration.

[@Mary-r2g]

Craig, I've thought of an incredible investment idea for you in Florida. MAYBE.. A parking garage built in a popular beach area somewhere around in Florida. The garage should be mostly hurricane and flood resistant, so no issues there. Maintenance should be easy and cheap. Best part, great income and more parking! How much does it cost to park around a beach? $10, $20, $30 for all day? It's an investment, so it's long term income for the life of the building. Don't get me wrong, that could be a $10 million dollar investment. But if you can park 300 cars or more, per day. Well that business never closes, and makes money 24/7 Just a thought I had watching your video. If parking isn't an issue, then forget the idea. Lol

[@richhoops2413]

Hey Craig. Is that an Atlas Golf Cart?

[@johnmarino4085]

Thanks for sharing !

[@minimeee04]

I cant believe Tesla allowed a car to be delivered to customers with half the options not working. So you were impressed 4:29

[@robertdenby8787]

Well Presented. Good job!!

[@totalyep]

Zero chance I ever buy another Tesla.

[@monaezytwo6513]

You summed it up well. The foundation series....Who cares.

[@webmastersof]

1.9 seconds is motorcycle territory

[@BiiYAAAA]

there is not a crock rocket that can keep up with this car in the street

[@webmastersof]

@@BiiYAAAA i know I have watched them on youtube trying and they fail to even keep up with the electric torque monsters

[@PhysicalHen0]

Push the rolling button in and it'll activate auto pilot/full self driving

[@caseyspence682]

I want a Plaid X blacked out

[@edwardkrochmal8268]

Craig, Shelby GT 500 with the predator enginge is ridiculous. Over 1000 HP at 200k. Which is cheaper and faster than Fords GTD 300k. If i had 200k would take a Shelby GT 500 with the predator engine. It could be faster than the Ford GT 40.

[@tonyheymunkets]

I'm watching you for couple of years now I just want you to know that I like you you're cold dude I appreciate your channel

[@JeffreyEverett-r7f]

coming from a guy who owns a cyber truck, bet he wishes could leave that turd😂😂

[@iissac22]

Sad your Tesla has to be track focused with 1000hp for $60k. They make track pack! Gas cars have 600hp and cost 2-3 times the price, justified by said saying it’s fast on the track 😂. Cars are suppose to depreciate and teslas are dropping. Gas vehicles never got the memo.

[@rogercollins2653]

So Craig cannot wait to see the content of your Tesla plan because I know I know you already bought one.

[@aaronbritt2025]

If you buy one new, you can get a regular wheel. @12:00... That's really a you being a bit of a dummy letting your phone die. When mine gets to 10%, I shut it off and only turn it on when I need it.

[@curtisj2165]

Wait, your Cybertruck has no cruise control? Now that is funny😂😅😊

[@christophernowak6579]

Hey Craig, you mentioned the range on plaid at 251, but their website lists it at 348 miles. Hope you’re enjoying FL

[@monaezytwo6513]

As always, he is wrong.

[@sasukesuite1]

That's why I bought a Plaid. Every other Tesla is slow after 60 mph except the S Plaid

[@neilgunns8391]

You coming to Daytona and the turkey run? Easy trip up 95 for yah now. I’ll be there, but it’s not really a place to buy in my opinion. Everyone thinks they’ve got gold. Maybe Sunday for someone desperate.

[@dougjohns5115]

this new channel you have Craig doesn't appear to be cutting it with your old watchers... many of us still stuck in the grind and it appears as though you are retireing and bragging.... hmmmm

[@michaelhartjen3214]

Driving in Australia with Flip-Flops you will get a $800 fine

[@FlyingWheels]

Is this true?

[@kennordsfan1494]

Really? Do that all the time. I did notice Craig in flip flops and nice Florida lol. Enjoy the videos

[@michaelhartjen3214]

@@FlyingWheels 100% no joke

[@SunnynPhilly]

Just don’t let em catch ya driving with thongs Down Under 🇦🇺

[@mickbenq]

IT HAS NO SOUL...

[@Slavik1109]

😅😅imagine paying 110,000 for a refrigerator on wheels and it has issues never buy anything that brand new wait till they work out all of the flaws with it

[@badtoro]

The A pillar has been a issue since day one. Shows you did do any research. What are you 12?

[@fragslap5229]

Anyone remember the good old days when you needed to, you could just walk to a pay phone and call someone.

[@robertvance1873]

Craig can at least Afford the vehicle's he has and doesn't drive junk, while Randall always has a field of Shit 😂

[@dave3657]

I remember many years ago a friend had a four door sedan, it was fast. But it was boring. My Mustang was technically slower, but handled better and looked better. To me, this is where the Plaid is, sure it may be fast but overall (yawn) Agreed Hybrid is better than EVs

[@SunnynPhilly]

Now you can just get a 4 Door mustang Mock E! I’ve even seen them with go faster stripes.

[@MX-CO]

If I could have any car in the world free, but had to keep it and couldn't sell it. It would be a Ford Raptor Hennessy edition. What it be for you?

[@jackpalczynski7884]

How did you find the luxury car-ness compared with the Audi e Tron GT? In my looking at EVs, I drove a regular model S and got out saying "It's a great $40k car that costs $80k. The Audi, I found it to be leagues over everything. You drove the Audi a lot so should be able to compare them well.

[@marceldutoit9393]

Not messaging your wife because of a dead battery isn't an excuse, you could've went back to wherever you were and got your phone charged, everyone has a iPhone

[@jimmyt4324]

I see the appeal of the power but cannot get past the financial part. Cost of ownership is ridiculous and the low price of home charging is offset by the charger itself, cost of tires, opportunity cost of all the niggling issues, etc. You can drive a high end Toyota/lexus product, with better quality, more comfortable, and drive 900 miles in a day without charging anxiety or qc issues. Dealers are everywhere when you do need service, and you can get 50k miles out of a set of decent tires. Bad enough to bury 100k in a deprciating value asset, but when combined with the other negatives its a non starter for me. The one year depreciation on a Tesla will pay for the gasoline of most cars for 150k miles.

[@monaezytwo6513]

Whining about the yoke. How original.

[@colinokeeffe321]

Would you call this channel flying Wheels the car review channel that's all he seems to do is review cars

[@MrTimdtoolman1]

Craig I hate to tell you but there is no reason for an adult to have a dead phone, especially when it's the only way to get in your car.

[@edwardkrochmal8268]

If you have solar panels on your roof is a benefit to buying an EV for charging.

[@Mr012366]

Need to change your channel to Flying Electric Wheels

[@davesantos456]

Very informational D fun to watch

[@tobygray497]

You can't mark a car down because you can't drive it with your knees!

[@23nedlog]

Haven't you had enough of EVs? They are not the future. Are they instant torque? Yes, so what if you live in an apartment with no where to charge but a charge station and I live in a rural town in PA. Doesn't work.

[@aPpiknik]

EVs don't work for everyone. Not everyone lives in an apartment. Charging at home is cheaper than driving a gas 9 times out of 10

[@23nedlog]

@@aPpiknik 33% of Americans rent. Fact. I'm not sitting at a charge station for an hour when I can fuel an ICE engine in 5 minutes. Remove the mandates for EVs. Let it be choice, not forced. All I'm saying. Hagd.

[@Simplyput3451]

Next Craig test drives a used Lucid.

[@godislove025]

I would choose the Tesla

[@webmastersof]

I love the styling of the plaid however that cyber truck in my opinion is literally the ugliest looking vehicle I've ever seen in my life. Ford Pintos were better looking and that's not saying much

[@roycervantes1341]

Yeee Yeee 😊

[@215Cormega]

I’ve own Vetts, AMG’s, Tesla’s P. The PLAID is the best car I’ve own for the price point on performance.

[@somebodyandthem]

12:08 having your wife pissed… that’s 🥵

[@Jedi007c6]

I like to drive with my chin. Knee driving is for someone without hands.

[@Vin_Sanity]

You actually drive while wearing flip flops?

[@19jarhead66]

I would not have an electric car if you gave it to me, I would just sell it, take the money and buy a gas powered vehicle. No offense, but the Cyber truck is the ugliest car ever produced.

[@diananeal9645]

Craig, I think we are neighbors, I live in Willoughby golf club

[@Bayareanady]

Craig no one wants to see ev’s move on

[@reggiecarreiro1038]

Pretty slick, make a KZbin on a vehicle you got for a loaner. Haha

[@SunnynPhilly]

To be fair, Doug Demuro has done videos of cars he rents off Turo. Craig could probably make a cool video just by going over to hertz, especially if he got an Altima.

[@reggiecarreiro1038]

@ he pays for rentals. Loaners are free.

[@neilgunns8391]

Don’t expect to get a loner vehicle from a dealer again after this video. 😂 I’d be furious if I was them.

[@neilgunns8391]

The video title.

[@FlyingWheels]

Why?

[@neilgunns8391]

We’ll let me ask you this. If a KZbinr came to your business and made a video that said. “I went to flying wheels, I wasn’t impressed “? How happy would you be? You didn’t slam the dealer, but they wanna sell those expensive cars. Obviously you need to tell the truth, but I’d give you the cheapest vehicle they have next time if I even gave you anything. Just saying.