I Went To Buy a $15,000 Tesla Model 3 from HERTZ: Here's What Happened

[@DennisCW]

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[@Chicago48]

So basically it's a $10K car with the credits?

[@Chicago48]

Have you done other vehicles about buying cars from Hertz?

[@MrCheffster]

Classic “it just sold, but we have a similar vehicle for you!” technique

[@qroadside]

It’s 2024 ask the dealership to send a Live Photo before you Go

[@drewdevon2009]

yeah when dealerships say that it always means they have the same vehicle with 50K more miles, in the color you dont want, and trim level/options you dont want, for the same price

[@drewdevon2009]

​@@qroadsidecars always look different in person than in pictures. they ALWAYS look better in pictures, much better

[@rp9674]

Bait and switch

[@rp9674]

I have a buyer coming to see it, can't guarantee it will be available

[@omie1]

Also know this. Most of those Tesla models were used in their UBER rental program. So your buying a used TAXI. I would inspect the interior more then the exterior, specially the back seats.

[@lupavo1738]

I can actually attest to this as an employee here. Most of these Uber Tesla interiors are trashed and worn down. B-pillars hanging off, steering wheels peeling, door panels melting and this is just what you can see visually, imagine how bad the undercarriages are where the battery is.

[@DjBobbySkillz]

I'm a mechanic at Hertz here in Chicago and that is so true about being uber cars

[@googlewolly]

you're*

[@stevewoodyt]

It was certainly only the black cars. No reason to rent a car that can’t do uber black. UberX NOT pay enough.

[@dennykeaton9701]

What if you plan to rarely use the back seats?

[@keronlewis4611]

I bought a 2023 model 3 from hertz and it was the best deal ever. I was a little disappointed because most of the cars had curb rash on the wheels but wasn't a huge issue. Got a 23 with less than 20k miles. ICE cars I could imagine are driven hard but EV's have no major moving parts. Still has tesla warranty so I wasn't worried. Haven't had any issues since I bought it and got it for a fraction of the price

[@Chazfunaccount]

How much did you buy it for out the door?

[@sdfv4zx]

no tax credit for your model.

[@azroadposer]

Mine had 27k miles. Had a couple warranty issues. Tesla service fixed them both on the first visit. One issue was random like once a week, and the logs had the issue. On my Silverado, Chevy said they could not reproduce the radio going dead randomly.

[@richrise4065]

How long have you had it?

[@azroadposer]

@@richrise4065 got my ‘23 m3sr from hertz June 28th for 23.5k usd. The website wasn’t accurate when I was there.

[@chazfallaw]

If you can still find them do it. I got one at 96k miles Long Range Dual Motor 15k OTD, got a warranty through xcare on the battery for 10 years. It's been amazing no problems looks new.

[@CaidenPie]

How much was the warranty? Good idea.

[@chazfallaw]

@@CaidenPie it was around $3500, 10 year 150k miles, covers up to 30k (motors and main battery) which works to about one rear motor one front motor and one battery.

[@carpetqwerty]

So you only paid $11.5k for the car before warranty??

[@chazfallaw]

@carpetqwerty no it was 15k OTD, warranty was 3.5k from separate company

[@itsnotme07]

Never buy GAP insurance from a selling dealer. Call your insurance agent/company up and get it through them. Will be about 80% cheaper.

[@SS-ug1qy]

Those are rented by hertz for Uber taxi.

[@bigphat200]

For maintenance on the cars. Car rental agencies are self-insured. They usually do not report to Carfax. Just be wise and knowledgeable

[@GodsAppointedFN]

That's exactly why a tesla is the best option from a rental car place. no maintenance needed for most of its life

[@empirefoundation6328]

34K miles is 21k miles over the average for a 2023... These Model 3s run every week at the dealer only auto auctions in the Midwest and rarely get over $22k with those type of miles.

[@banksjones5373]

Where in the midwest?

[@empirefoundation6328]

@@banksjones5373 From Chicago down to Kansas City Missouri

[@chustlerm]

Well it actually released late 2022. But still a lot of miles

[@empirefoundation6328]

@@chustlerm Regardless of when it was release, each model year average is 15k miles. Not my opinion, the national average.

[@randomuserame]

Are they really that bad on the dealer side? Why? Another price slash?

[@southshore74]

Just go to 3:50, to skip the B.S

[@metalmike570]

I did, yeah just introductory info.

[@macoy9999]

Better test tesla the batteries cuz uber drivers rent from hertz and charge the nmc batteries to 100% a lot, 2x a day

[@vanessaguzman7812]

I was an Uber driver did the hertz Tesla rental and yes from Experience charging them up to 90-100 percent and yes I can’t imagine how many other Uber drivers out there did the same thing

[@DennisCW]

Good to know! Would you buy one?

[@DxModel219]

@@DennisCWi’d buy one. Model 3 is very efficient and light so per mile charge is cheap.

[@forexcobar7273]

I've been driving my Uber first Tesla for 66000 me 100% supercharging And I've gained capacity

[@pokerchannel6991]

@@forexcobar7273 that is true! Capacity can be good even with super char

[@chrisd4841]

I don't believe charging to 100% is the issue, so long as the car is driven immediately. Charging a lithium battery to 100% and letting them sit is bad for them. That being said, I bought a 2023 Model 3 with 20000 miles for under $23,700. Of course it also has the LFP battery so not concerned about the battery. As far as the dealer trick about the car selling, they may not be pulling a fast one. Their website showed a car that the lot didn't have yet, said it was in service. I was near their lot at 2:00pm so i can confirm the car wasn't there. They called me to tell me it was there, at 3:30pm, I was about 15 minutes away. By the time I got there it had been test driven and the guy was in the process of buying it. They move fast. For mine, it was a rent2buy. I had to make a rental agreement, because it was a rental car in the fleet. After my rental I had the choice to purchase the car, and they wave the rental fee.

[@WoWness]

After looking at Hertz Tesla, I found most to be scary purchase. This is the case for Tesla mainly because of their Hertz Uber deal. On average they are about 65k miles for $26k. I gave up on Hertz and found amazing single owner sale to be way better. Ended up buying 2023 Model 3 (less than 1 yr old) with 9,000 miles for $24k. It was spotless, super clean, cared for, and amazing deal. I am so glad I didn't buy the Tesla from Hertz and went with private sale.

[@LessThanHandy]

Things went well for you due to your diligence.

[@metalmike570]

@@LessThanHandy I heard of do diligence, or is it due diligence? Oh geez!!!!

[@marklihsu]

2023 won’t get the credit

[@baldpnoy410]

What was wrong with it?

[@WoWness]

@baldpnoy410 is absolutely nothing and spotless. It was his 3rd car and his wife hated it. I only looked on FB market place just in high income towns near me and grab it as they post it. Don't give the seller any time to think.....

[@toneii]

The key points are 120k mi- past battery warranty. These cost least. 50k - warranty over but power and drivetrain still active till 120k. Low than 50k miles - probably in a collision and repaired. Most expensive. I go for the 70-80k, and have to do about $1000 of suspension, tires, shocks, control arms to rejuvenate the thing. The real bonus is you are still state of the art and the software is just now blossoming to full fruition. So you can be state of the art in a severely discounted vehicle. Also add a bed and a fridge! You can camp in your Tesla and save hotel bills.

[@DennisCW]

Good feedback

[@xx-ql3kv]

nico Murillo does that!

[@Methnerjacob]

RWD standard range is only 100k battery warranty

[@Cakebattered]

Great video Dennis. Regarding battery health there is the site Recurrent, that uses Tesla's API to view the battery health of the car. You just need the VIN. I also recommend renting any car from Hertz before buying it and having a Tesla Service Center or a 3rd party mechanic look it over. The rental fee is subtracted from the price of the car if purchased. The new Model 3 RWD Long Range with 1.99% apr makes those used Hertz models in the high $20k range less of a deal. All the "I'd never buy a used rental" talk in the comments is hilarious, given anyone who regularly buys their cars used has probably already bought a car with "Fleet" listed in the Carfax or car history. Fleet is the term used for formal rentals. Excessive engine redlining, hard acceleration, and immediately driving after cold starts, either don't negatively affect EVs or don't apply at all. Also most of the old predictions of excessive battery degradation from Excessive DCFC isn't being backed up to current longterm data. A 2022 $15k 80k Model sounds like a great first car for a teen.

[@DennisCW]

Great TIPS!

[@Timmymao163]

No battery degradation? Just look at the thousands of Model S and X out of warranty that need a $20K replacement battery. Disposable cars indeed.

[@Cakebattered]

Again, most used Teslas can have their battery health checked via Recurrent. My 2 year old former Hertz Tesla has 5% battery degradation, which is normal. Most Model S's needing battery replacements are 10+ years old. 2020 and newer Teslas have different batteries. My 2022 has an even newer battery chemistry (LFP).

[@roberts316]

@@Timmymao163 You mean, almost none of them? I guess that technically is thousands, given that they've sold more than half a million S/X.

[@flipminerchino370]

Bro I’m a vendor at that Norwalk store I do the PDR there. People buying teslas and bolts there like hotcakes. They use to have hundreds on there lot at one time lol

[@DennisCW]

Good insight

[@scott-gy6fe]

many buyers are dealers.I was looking on cargurus and 90% of used Teslas are prior rentals...why not get it from Hertz and save thosands? I would dothe rent2buy for sure...

[@APatchworkCanvas]

I bought a bolt euv from hertz to use for my business. It was a good buy, but you definitely need to look them over and test drive them thoroughly. The teslas were driven hard 😂

[@DennisCW]

good insight! thank you

[@JonMurman]

'That Tesla has only 33,000 miles' what could possibly be wrong with it! A Hertz rental with 33,000 miles is probably about a normal vehicle having about 70,000 miles. That 2023 model 3 is not worth a penny over $19,000

[@Native722]

Do you get it checked out with a independent mechanic?

[@FrunkensteinVonZipperneck]

Few “independent mechanics” would have a clue…

[@romeozulu4424]

If you factor in the scratches, dents, scuffed rims, along with high miles then buying a used rental Tesla is NOT a good deal

[@metalmike570]

Depends on the price, and hopfully charge the car at home, see that saves a lot of money.

[@callmebigpapa]

Very few people who are not "car fanatics" care if their used couple year old car care if their car/truck has scratches, dents, scuffed rims. These are just not issues the average person cares about. Every car once manufactured is destined for the crusher/salvage/scrap yard.

[@samantha1054]

Dennis, what about battery replacement. Is there away to determine (projected) battery life or need to replace. Surely that has to be estimated at some point in a cars life

[@marksmith5696]

The orange peel, sort of rough looking paint surface. That's directly from Tesla Fremont factory! Not a repaint

[@kens97sto171]

Problem I see is you can now get a 2024 M3 Long Range RWD for $29K NEW. with the tax credit..

[@Ynotbehumanfirst]

Well the thing is after tax credit and fees it’s 39k buying used is better since it still will only be worth half after 2yrs 😂 at least you ain’t loosing too much money .

[@kens97sto171]

@@Ynotbehumanfirst That's true, the depreciation Hit has already happened. I generally don't worry about that because I put so many miles on a car doesn't make any difference. I don't tend to buy and sell over short periods of time. I'd buy a car and drive it till it has 400K on it

[@baldpnoy410]

Hate when people say this stuff.. Because it does not apply for a lot of people.

[@kens97sto171]

@@baldpnoy410 The tax credit...applies to much more people than before...

[@baldpnoy410]

@@kens97sto171 Most likely people looking at used EV's does not qualify for tax credits or don't want to pay premium high insurance and registration along with high depreciation.

[@jamesray9009]

couple nicks and dings just make you not cry when the shopping cart clips it

[@ldnwholesale8552]

Hertz,,, they would never use predatory pricing to get you in. Such a honest operation!!

[@DennisCW]

Sounds like you're skeptical about their practices! It’s always good to be cautious with companies that have a history of questionable pricing strategies. What experiences have you had with car rental companies that make you feel this way?

[@livendi3229]

Given how people that I personally know treat rental cars this is a no go for me. Additionally, people that work at Hertz could care less about how the car is charged, etc.

[@DennisCW]

hahaha true

[@YoYo-be4ow]

Nah maybe for a traditional car but all Tesla has is a screen in the middle so I found a clean car. I got it for $23k with 36k miles and it was a 2023. It was cheaper than a Honda and Toyota. I'm not gonna lie I was thinking like you so I was expecting myself to be disappointed but the seat was firm and new, the inside was nice. It smelled clean. I was expecting it to smell like a smoker car/weed but it was clean. I think hertz charges more for a Tesla renting so most low life would go for cheaper gas car.

[@marvint2903]

Agree, I would never buy a rental car, people abuse the heck out of them, you don't know if there's any internal damages, I see it as future problems.

[@YoYo-be4ow]

@@marvint2903 Yea, that's why it's good to buy a low mileage car which makes it covered under warranty... For example: hertz has 1yr warranty on their car. And Tesla has bumper-to-bumper for 4yr (50k miles and 120k for any battery issue)... My car has 36k miles, it runs fine and if any issue shows up I'll call Tesla or Hertz

[@Cakebattered]

Are you afraid renters are constantly redlining the engine? 😂😂😂.Any real abuse to an EV is visible to a potential buyer. Hertz allows you rent the car before buying, so you can have the undercarriage and suspension checked. Tesla won't let you do that.

[@FullSpectrumWarrior]

At a dealership that’s their ploy says it’s in stock to get you in then later say it’s sold. It’s been sold long ago

[@metalmike570]

Dealerships are stealerships 80% of the time.

[@louisdejesus8150]

Anyway them vehicles are so reliable. Biggest issues is the motor bearing issues, cheap door handles and sunroof seals

[@jpizel1070]

Seems like Hertz is painting their own cars with can spray paint.

[@DennisCW]

probably a quick spray

[@YoYo-be4ow]

Yea, Mines had 1 touch up paint on the bumper. It was pretty big, as if someone scraped the bumper against the wall, it's not noticeable though since the color is gray. I asked for a discount he said no. I got it at $23k with 36k miles. It was a 2023 model 3, it was the cheapest in the market, I rushed to get it since their inventory was slowing down, I was looking for 4months, they only had 3 left before that they had like 10 each month. 2 week later they had 1 come in for $22k I was so mad lol. right now it's pretty hard to find any, and if they show up they usually have 60-73k miles at $24k or higher

[@lupavo1738]

No they do not. All body damage cars get vended to local bodyshops, so talk to the bodyshops in the area where these Teslas are, they're the ones doing the cheap fixes and work.

[@cokinator100ify]

@@lupavo1738when I was a PDR vendor for hertz, they had a mobile painter come in for bumper resprays. Painting outdoors doesn’t usually produce good results but it also doesn’t go on carfax

[@Mattius08]

Hertz uses the cheapest priced vendor. Also corporate only allows them a certain amount to recondition them

[@brianthomas3249]

They also sell their front lot cars to dealerships like Carmax and Echopark automotive .

[@SeanBaker]

Hey, you're supposed be able to transfer your used EV tax credit directly to the dealership and have it taken off the price. I know the dealership has to register with the government to be able to do that. If so, it's possible Hertz didn't do that. That would be insane. Maybe the sales guy didn't know about that?

[@stephenboroff8135]

I got my $4000 off at point of sale from Hertz in Ohio. Dennis turned me on to the Hertz sale. Thanks Dennis.

[@nood1ez]

one bad thing about used rental EVs is that they tend to get to charged to 100% from renters either because they don't know better or just need the max range for a trip.

[@PR0PHESY]

Honestly you can find Tesla model 3s standard range under 25k all day. I get that these ones are maybe 2-3k cheaper, but you’re honestly risking such a worn down car over 2-3k. Not even worth it at that point. Most dealerships cannot even sell you a car unless there is 80%+ tread, not sure if hertz has that rule but you could potentially be spending another 1k on tires right off the bat 🤷. I feel like these cars should be all priced around 20k right now if they a rental and get the 4k off on top of that. That’s just my opinion

[@scott-gy6fe]

I bought a Corolla from Norwalk Hertz. It was a great car like most Toyotas.

[@JJ-or6oh]

Just bought a use 2022 personal lease m3 base with 11k miles for 25k after negotiating it to that price and getting the 4k use tax rebate. Overall total with tax, add on, and rebate the OTD price was 26k. Vehicle drives like new. I considered a great buy.

[@PKerusso]

Classic sales techniques. Bait them in with a cheap car, call them and tell them it’s sold…..

[@yankeesusa1]

They are not commission at Hertz. That wouldn't do any good to them. The guy explained it as well.

[@horseathalt7308]

@@yankeesusa1 Yes, but Hertz needs to get rid of them in any case, and that's how you do it. I'm certain that this case is bait and switch.

[@cameron3550]

THIS was a GREAT VIDEO Dennis! Please give us more content similar to this my friend 🔥🙏😊

[@DennisCW]

thank you !

[@daneflanigan]

Great tips - any concern about the battery degradation?

[@tam8479]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. Where exactly is the Herzt dealer in this video?

[@soNso2]

You are super optimistic. Scratch here nit there 30,000 miles in one year are a lot of miles.

[@Thingswithwheels1]

Decent video. One correction: many Hertz retail dealerships DO charge a documentary fee fyi. Look at their website for information.

[@TechOnDaTrack]

I was curious about this myself with hertz but what would be red flags to look out for as well

[@S_Paoli]

I saw one with 92k miles.... didn't jump on it because I was worried about the battery. Does Hertz's warranty cover the battery?

[@iamchaunceman]

Tesla has a 120k warranty or 8 years whichever comes first I believe.

[@DouglasJMark]

Thanks Dennis! Well done.

[@valeriehake]

Found out that if you find a Tesla out of state you are interested in. The vehicle can be shipped to a location near you.

[@samcarmant7042]

Does the battery still have the factory warranty?

[@rogerdodgerxd]

I bought the highland model 3 a month ago brand new. It had 154 miles on the odometer and some idiot 18 year old without a license turned hard into my car and destroyed the front end of my car. My front left wheel got bent and pushed back and now the car is repaired. This tesla is my first car and got repaired but Ive been treating it like sht and been driving it extra hard(illegally) ever since the accident because it doesn't feel the same after knowing the car is brand new and now has historical damage to it. I wasted my hard earned money on a brand new car that got destroyed 3 days later since my delivery day. Im not even livid except mentally exhausted from this headache.

[@ThoughtfulAl]

Sorry to hear about your state of mind over this.

[@toneii]

That’s why I’m Ok with a refurb. Pay less and don’t worry about damage. I have two Hertz fleet Model 3, with 70 and 80k miles.

[@marvint2903]

@@rogerdodgerxd This is why we can't have nice things. I know how you feel.

[@DennisCW]

Dang sorry to hear that

[@bigdougscommentary5719]

Sue the person who it you, personally. You should be made whole.

[@MrJoshuaAwesome]

Wait, how do you buy from a private party and get the instant rebate? I have been planning on using this program to buy a plugin hybrid for almost a year but I was told it only works from a dealer and only certain dealers could do it. It is a program they have to be already setup with.

[@DennisCW]

Ill talk about that LIVE today

[@chrispapanastasopoulos9192]

I read it must be bought from a dealer to get the used ev fed credit.

[@MrJoshuaAwesome]

@@chrispapanastasopoulos9192 that is how I read it also but in the video it says that you don't need to buy it from a dealer. So that's why I was confused.

[@natehill8069]

Lots of people mentioning that these are ex-taxis; but dont overlook the fact that anytime you deal with Hertz you are at risk of getting falsely billed, sued, arrested or shot.

[@belowme4927]

YOU SHOULD HAVE ASKED THE SALESMAN IF THEY DID ALL THE OIL CHANGES

[@DennisCW]

haahahahhhaah

[@metalmike570]

For real he could have asked about brakes, if they were replaced. There really isn't much else except for tires, remaining tread.

[@FalkinerTim]

When I bought an Ora Good Cat in Melbourne, the salesman said he would give me a full tank of petrol.

[@brian5o]

Or if they give you a free tank of gas? 😂😂😂

[@Mrantwon510]

Dennis that hertz location doesnt seem to know what they are doing. I purchased a 2022 model 3 from the san diego location a d received the 4k off up front. Also got the 4k from LADWP. I pretty much got the car for 18k.

[@JulienMugara]

What location was that ?

[@_CPerk]

I brought a ICE used car from Hertz before and It was great, but not sure I’d buy a Tesla from Hertz because of the supercharging as the primary method of charging and of course the wear and tear for a rental.

[@alexbrown8994]

So you're looking for a mint condition Teslas for the cheap?

[@sherwinm]

You don’t need another Tesla. You need a Rivian 😊. Glad to see the Model X in the video

[@MarkChinsky]

Where is the link about getting the $4k when you buy from a private party?

[@atikovi1]

Hertz doesn't give you the instant rebate at the time of sale? How lame is that for a major company not to be registered with the IRS to offer that? I'm just a small one man dealer and got registered and can do that rebate. Not everybody has enough income to make the tax credit worthwhile, but anybody with low income can get the instant rebate and save 30% off the sale price.

[@mcarrusa]

Thanks for this vid…VERY informative.

[@MochaTechh]

I got a tesla from Hertz 22k miles, paid 27.1k

[@jaemaximumride]

Thanks for the video. Now I know never to buy from Hertz! What a rippff

[@mysolarexperience9051]

What are the odds that after you buy a vehicle for “Hurtz” that you get pulled over and arrested because “Hurtz” ends up reporting the car as stolen after selling to you 😮😮😮. Also known for charging people who rent Teslas a gasoline fill up charge 😂

[@metalmike570]

So Hertz suckz!!

[@trythis2821]

I doubt that would happen. Besides you have paperwork to prove time and date ownership took place. The last bit about gasoline fill charge is true but you are not renting so will not apply.

[@mysolarexperience9051]

Folks that rented cars that ended up arrested probably had paperwork of the rental too. Police will probably still arrest people until all paperwork can be validated by Hertz and until Hertz removes their claim that vehicle is stolen. Meanwhile the person accused of the theft remains in the jail cell which might even be several days before this whole mess created by Hertz gets sorted out. Again rent or buy at your own risk. Other people are free to decide for themselves, but as for me I will stay away from the business like the plague. And would warn my friends and family that I care about these possibilities since clearly this has occurred to many people.

[@trythis2821]

@@mysolarexperience9051 Most police are honest and will not put you in jail while you pull out your paperwork. Surly if what you claim even happened is an isolated incident. They were probably giving the police attitude or being a smart ass if it did.

[@stockey]

$15K, in Canada these still sell for over $30-$40K.

[@trythis2821]

Go to US purchase and drive back problem solved.

[@Equinsu_Ocha]

There are much better deals out there. Just have to hunt and be ready to buy. Found a 23 M3 9k miles for $25k

[@Giggidygiggidy12]

Can you explain how the 2022 tax rebate works for a used vehicle exactly??

[@scotthelwig9640]

I bought one, and it is awesome!!

[@vtxdaryl]

We just went through the bait and switch today. We found a 2019 Ford Ranger for a little over $17,000 and called yesterday to see if they had it in stock. Today we drove to the dealership and, you guessed it, it was already sold when we got there. The salesman did say they had one for a few thousand dollars more and it had fewer miles but we left with nothing.

[@darnelltabor6382]

WAIT! Hertz should be able to do the $4k tax rebate at the point of sale. Not sure whats going on here.

[@cruz411]

I used to work at tesla as a technician and trust me when i tell you that these teslas have many issues with cameras and door handles, door trunk wiring harnesses, panel gaps, moldy ac ducts, take your risk if you dare after working on them for over 7 years id never buy one of these hunks of crap.

[@russlavalle]

Bummer that the income limits are so low for used EVs. For new EVs, the income limits are $150,000 for single filers and $300,000 for married.

[@micker9830]

Oh good, I thought that sounded low.

[@russlavalle]

@@micker9830 Doh! I was wrong! My numbers are for new vehicles. Used vehicle EV tax credits are, in fact, $75k and $150k. I'll edit my post.

[@torocars9227]

To be fair Dennis has made many informative videos for newbies to the Tesla brand but honestly this is not one of them. Buying from car rental companies is not a good idea at any situation, especially if there’s obvious evidence of known accidents. Use some common sense people.

[@ThoughtfulAl]

Surely you don't believe the cars should be scrapped?

[@torocars9227]

@@ThoughtfulAl bots are annoying.

[@atimko123]

In CA one has to also pay 10% sales tax, so for a disclosed $18k purchase price, the $4k tax credit - $1800= a net of $2200 discount... so $15,800. Also, 2025 models come out this month Sept '24, so the 2023 models should qualify soon as a 2yo vehicle

[@tabbycat8511]

No, there is no CA 10% sales tax. That’s only if you’re dumb enough to buy in LA. In my county it’s 7.75%.

[@caseknifes]

Buying a Tesla is never a good idea unless you only drive in the town you live.

[@alfredosalgado4174]

I had to stop watching... every few minutes your saying, "That makes sense" Annoying!

[@kevinlucas8437]

Someone looking for a lower cost this is a great alternative.

[@frontier.24]

Hertz Teslas are with high mileage previously repaired ,painted with possible hidden damage, and overpriced junk.

[@jwbrandt70]

Dennis, here is my honest concern. Some of these are former rideshare vehicles and the owners charged them often from 10 to 90% and many were supercharged a couple times a day. In these sorts of cases the batteries start to present trouble shortly after warranty expiration. I've heard of cases where battery restoration is required as early as 125k miles or so. There has to be a full analysis on the condition of these batteries in this regard. It's not enough to say that they have warranty left on them; it's about how much life they may have after the warranty due to battery health and how they were charged. This personally kept me from considering one myself to use for ridesharing.

[@mrfunkington]

Not true, only your speculation on battery degradation. KZbin video out there on a 200k mile 4 year old Tesla supercharged daily and they only had 4% degradation

[@wolfpack09nh48]

@@mrfunkingtonbro you will be half your name in past tense

[@princenero1212]

Huh your statement makes zero sense. I would say prove it but you won’t. They just release like a 2 mil mile Tesla so there goes that theory. Just a bunch of fear I sense in you. You made a whole decision out of fear that you convinced yourself existed with bull shit facts. That’s wild. Tesla been out since what 2013 ish 11 years later just see how many 2013 need battery replacements and at what mile. Like do some research

[@DennisCW]

Thank you for sharing

[@jwbrandt70]

@@mrfunkington It's not so much about the supercharging, it's about charging it from 10 to 90% or 5 to 95% a lot of the time.

[@pvdoug]

Before I would buy any used electric vehicle, I would want to know the condition of the battery. Also, the condition of the tires is important. And lastly , any body damage can negatively affect the electronics in a new car.

[@DennisCW]

theres plenty of battery warranty left though haha

[@AwakeGucci]

You don’t have the gray Model X anymore?

[@DennisCW]

I do - still, pending sale though

[@videoslve]

They are so cheap because they are setting at what they should cost in the first place.

[@wlopez9548]

Tax credit doesnt mean you are going to get the money. Tax credit you get it if you make a lot money and you usually pay money back when you file your taxes that the only way you are going to see the 4K. Basically you never see the money.

[@eb1888.]

Get up to date. It's no longer a tax credit. It's a credit. Nothing to do with any tax bill you do or don't have. www.irs.gov/pub/taxpros/fs-2023-08.pdf Topic D: Eligibility Rules for the Previously owned Clean Vehicles Credit

[@slowery43]

Remind everyone how long ago you passed your CPA exam please? When did you become such a self-imposed epxert on everyone's tax matters? What qualifies you to give tax advice to others?

[@eb1888.]

@@slowery43 Yes, it's been a while since I passed the exam for my law license. CPAs are not tax attorneys practicing in cases before the Court of Claims to challenge IRS tax audit findings pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1491(a) (2000).

[@djgynee]

you keep asking questions and then say "that makes sense" and then pick apart little shit on USED vehicle

[@trainsplanesandotherthings5187]

They are all being sold because NO Wanted to rent them.... Hertz goofed

[@buraison]

you have 200k worth of cars. What do you do for work?

[@arcticredpanda4598]

he lives in LA bro, income is high

[@buraison]

@@arcticredpanda4598 yeah, still doesn't answer the question lol

[@arcticredpanda4598]

@@buraison he raises Corgis

[@tdadp]

Nothing pisses me off more than seeing people bought cars and handicap spots, especially a dealership

[@DennisCW]

Weird that they parked it there

[@tdadp]

@@DennisCW they all do that it’s wrong and illegal

[@mikee357]

I'd be more interested to see what it says it's max range is.

[@DennisCW]

good point - it was way too hot to function haha, 115 degrees

[@YoYo-be4ow]

I got a Tesla from Hertz, I get the same as all other Teslas. On the Tessie app it shows 260 miles with 95.7% battery health. Which is normal for all Tesla.

[@lehsu]

Is there a Hertz dealership in the South Bay Area that sale these used Teslas?

[@slowery43]

you're unable to use Google or even pick up a phone to find out?

[@floortoceiling1346]

Thanks for the video! Can you drop the Rayban model that you're wearing?

[@MrRitvikKhanna]

Quick feedback: You didn’t talk about what package Autopilot these vehicles have? Give us idea of for the price what autopilot package it has? Real tesla nerds want this information. Thank you!

[@jacobjohnson4763]

You’re giving out incorrect information. To qualify for the tax credit, the EV must be purchased from a licensed dealer.

[@DennisCW]

There’s a workaround

[@royalpools]

Thank You

[@usmcmsgt5487]

Carfax.... never take the word of a dealer.

[@masonchan1585]

2023 model year won't qualify for $4000 credit, plus with 33k miles and being a rental, no go for me too.

[@mrfunkington]

Wouldn't qualify at that price either

[@DennisCW]

2022 or older and $25k or less

[@normt430]

​@@DennisCWis that Hertz policy on not offering the 30% tax credit on under $25k EV's that are two years old? They still need to give you a IRS doc 15400 for your taxes.

[@motorwouter]

Where Is the 15k Tesla?

[@DennisCW]

They sold it before I got there

[@motorwouter]

@@DennisCW ok thanks

[@mickdee6590]

@@DennisCW yet you kept the title? Are all of these Hertz Teslas Base Models? That Model Y said dual motor on it.

[@FrunkensteinVonZipperneck]

Next to the 3k Bentleys❤

[@jgvford]

what about a 2022 gt500 shelby Gt-H can you find one of those ?

[@jeretso]

Black seats will burn your legs and you can't see in the dark despite the sun shining down . Get the white seats.

[@RandomIndie]

I'd rather get a used Corolla hatchback and use it for 20 years.

[@slowery43]

and you think anyone cares huh? You think people came here just to hear what car you might buy? Wow

[@peteryang5380]

Lol​@@slowery43

[@reflectionOfLyf]

While you came back home, the price probably dropped by 2k.

[@normt430]

Yes, Hertz drops prices on Wednesday'!

[@robertsmith6408]

Not a tax credit, its a point of sale. So if you qualify your 18,000 3 would be 14,000 plus tax. Fantastic deal, Tesla is the best EV made!

[@TJHFavorites]

NO - I rented a used Model 3, white, from Hertz and there were many problems. Interior trim all coming off. Rattles and clunks in suspension. scratches and dings all over. 77K miles on it!

[@lashlarue59]

So in other words with Hertz its "Money talks and bullshit walks".

[@DennisCW]

Hahaha yea

[@hungban44]

Rented a year old Model Y from Avis and noticed the range is not good. Guess everyone charged the car to or near 100% hurts batteries.

[@slowery43]

so nice that you come here not knowig anything about the battery condition, how to check it, yet make assumptions. You bring so little to so many

[@joeyvinzo4531]

I’ve been thinking about getting one from Hertz. Sadly I just cannot afford it, so I reluctantly stay with my ICE car….

[@slowery43]

and not a sole cares, this is not at all about you or the fact that you make poor financial decisions in life.

[@joeyvinzo4531]

@@slowery43 you try living with a terminal illness that prevents you from being able to work. Then you can show me how easy it is! Making assumptions that have no basis in reality SMH