Tesla Delivery Day || Buying Experience and Impressions of Build Quality || 2023 Model 3 Performance

[@vasil7410]

Dont know if such close inspection is necessary on delivery day. My experience with Tesla has been fine when reporting and fixing a couple of minor issues under warranty, with a mobile mechanic coming to my house. Have owned a range of cars, including Mercedes and BMW, and the Tesla experience has been much better so far. I think the direct sales and support model definitely works in the consumer's favour.

[@EV_Ben]

Agreed, I have had the same experience with Tesla. However, I wanted to get the service appointment set with as many things as I could find as quickly as possible, to hopefully avoid having to make multiple trips to the service center. Thanks for watching! Let me know if you have any questions or if there is any content you'd like to see :)

[@Superman-xr1oh]

It most certainly is necessary. Tesla's build quality is still hit or miss.

[@pkerry12]

In Australia the model 3s seem to come out perfect this year, and Australian version comes with ultra sonic sensors by law. As well as free floor mats and mobile connector

[@EV_Ben]

That's awesome! I believe those come out of Giga Shanghai which is a much newer factory, and that may be why they come out with better fit and finish than the Fremont cars.

[@Rabs73]

The mobile charger has been removed now

[@pkerry12]

@@Rabs73 I know people that accepted Y's in June with the mobile connector in Australia. Sooo did you get one with out?

[@Rabs73]

@pkerry12 3s certainly not coming with them now. Maybe Ys still are?

[@nicholasmuni7995]

I believe you are getting the Chinese version with sensors, mobile connector, floor mats,etc Tesla just rips off the customers in the US, this is why I won't buy a Tesla, Musk is a big rip off.

[@ZKTheGreat]

Congrats! Welcome to the club.

[@EV_Ben]

Thank you!

[@vegasbaby3669]

Congratulations to you. Hopefully one day, I’ll have my Tesla Delivery Day.

[@EV_Ben]

Fingers crossed for you 🤞🏻🤞🏻

[@user-cd3hd1ob5m]

Mine was horrible on panel gaps and a white streak on certain lighting on the rear quater panel

[@gone2plaid772]

Congrats on your first “new” Tesla, enjoy!

[@EV_Ben]

Thank you so much! Let me know if you have any questions of if there is any content you'd like to see on this channel!

[@diz354]

Awesome video! I’ve been looking for an in depth review of a first time delivery experience and what things to look for when picking up.

[@EV_Ben]

Thank you so much! It was a great experience. Thanks for watching!

[@watchthis560]

Congrats on your new purchase! Hope your Tesla was everything you expected and more!

[@lboogie1109]

congrats. I got my model y in December and love it

[@EV_Ben]

Good choice!

[@barriemather3945]

Hi Ben congrats on the new Tesla and great video. You will enjoy it so much. Cheers Baz MYP owner.

[@EV_Ben]

Thank you!!

[@deathcalledu]

I'm thinking about getting one u just made my mind up and nice purchase

[@EV_Ben]

Awesome! Hope you love your as much as I love mine!

[@joebullwinkle5099]

It is amazing that Tesla still struggles mightily with panel gaps and other fit and finish issues, they need to get some Japanese engineers to get to their standard of panel fit to what most consumers expect.

[@EV_Ben]

As far as I can tell, it’s only the Fremont cars that have these issues. The Chinese and Austin ones are much better.

[@Gilanandacar]

I took delivery of my M3P a few months ago. It's a blast to drive!

[@EV_Ben]

Right?! Puts a smile on my face every day. Thanks for watching!

[@jackie26085]

Do you recommend pay ahead of accepting delivery in the app? I’m concerned with the build quality and if the car looks like crap on delivery day, I don’t want them to keep my money.

[@EV_Ben]

I wouldn’t be concerned. If there are any issues Tesla will be happy to fix them for you. Paying ahead of time speeds up the delivery process. Tesla is very good about honoring warranties and fixing issues in my experience. Thanks for watching!

[@tupu1017]

I just ordered my Tesla Model Y I’m so excited! How long did it take from the time you ordered the vehicle to your delivery day?

[@EV_Ben]

About two weeks for me, but the M3P is in less demand than the Y, so maybe a little longer for you. Congrats!!

[@joshclark8385]

I used to work for Tesla and the way we would get back after we do home deliveries is by taking an Uber

[@EV_Ben]

Good to know! I know when my mom took delivery the guy just drove her trade in back.

[@willyboyinpr1]

Congratulation Ben !!! Can you post an update after driving it for a week ?? Im looking to purchase one at the end of the year and your input would be greatly appreciated .

[@EV_Ben]

Thank you so much! I do plan on posting an update very soon! I have some thoughts to share; mostly good but one or two nitpicky things. Let me know how your purchase decision goes!

[@jf1161]

What was your initial cost? Before picking it up ?

[@EV_Ben]

I paid $250 for the order fee, bought insurance, and then had my down payment. Car itself is just under $55k before delivery fee. For me, my first car payment was about six weeks after pickup. Thanks for watching!

[@StormAutoAdventures]

Again, congrats on your new Tesla! One thing I wanted to mention... When you make any driving videos of your Tesla... I hope you do POV style like Winding Road Magazine, instead of what so many are doing now... -Aiming the camera right in their face to where we can hardly see anything but the video poster. I have no idea why people do this? We can hear them just fine without having to see their face for the entire video lol. I will make the same POV style videos for my new Model 3 Performance after I pick it up on Friday. Sorry for the long comment. Good luck with your Model 3. -Chris

[@EV_Ben]

I agree. Check out the road trip video. I posted a couple days ago. Plenty of POV in that one. Good luck with your new car and congrats!

[@cellman1829]

Your looks amazing , duh !!! I can't take it 😢😢 as soon as new Model 3 is available in Phoenix I'm getting the performance !! I just want to order it already. The car is so fast , fun and so planted to the pavement. I'm so jealous and thank you for making this video.

[@cellman1829]

Car ***

[@johnnytravel]

Great car

[@EV_Ben]

Thank you!

[@akakakaka287]

did Tesla fix your panel gaps, paint, etc.? Also, did they refund the $84 service fee?

[@EV_Ben]

They said panel gaps were within spec. Service fee was never charged. Watch my 10 day review video for more details. Thanks for watching!

[@Pinkkermit17]

I would personally not buy a Tesla until you don’t have to do an inspection like that on delivery day. That is what the manufacturing company should be doing before they leave the factory.

[@ProXcaliber]

I don't get why people focus so much on this with Tesla specifically. My current car (2021 Acura RDX) came with a ton of small imperfections, I just didn't care because it was a lease. I did mention it to the dealer, and they noted it for lease end. When I got it though, the tailgate was misaligned, the rear bumper also had a noticeable difference between driver and passenger side gaps, and the paint had small chips on the hood of the car. And on the inside, there were smudges on the headliner and the steering wheel had a small tear on the backside near the top. Long story I know, but none of it bothered me one bit, and after a few weeks of driving it I had already completely forgotten about it. I only recall it now because I recently ended that lease to buy a new Model 3 refresh. :)

[@Livinlife818]

Congrats man.. what credit score do you need to be approved for tesla and how much down did you put if any

[@KIDLAT619]

we got the same set-up, got mine 6 weeks ago. got some wind noise issue & they replaced the door seal but noise didnt completely disappear

[@EV_Ben]

Sometimes it takes them more than one try to fix a noise issue sadly. Hopefully it gets fixed!

[@goji8430]

Congratulations Ben! Are you using this car for driving Uber and if so how are is the ride quality of the tires and they different tire sizes like the Model Y Performance which you won’t be able to rotate the tires?

[@EV_Ben]

Thanks! Good question! Yes using the car for Uber and people generally love it. I'm convinced I get extra tips because they appreciate the comfortable and cool ride. Ride quality is much improved from my 2019 Model 3, and even the 2022 Standard Range. I'm very curious how it'll hold up over time. Far as I know it is a square setup so rotating tires shouldn't be an issue. Let me know if you have any more questions!

[@john9663]

Another great video. Picked up my Y LR a couple of weeks ago. What battery pack is in your 3? I wish you all the best with it.

[@EV_Ben]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! As far as I know, the M3P still has the same 2170 pack made in Nevada that Tesla has been using for awhile now. Not 4680, and not made in China. That's about all I know

[@vasil7410]

Tesla was banned from selling its cars in Colorado until 2020. The law has now been changed but it will take time for more stores to open up to make delivery and servicing more convenient.

[@DMG1777]

Why were they banned?

[@vasil7410]

@@DMG1777 Car manufacturers were not allowed to sell cars direct to customers due to historical laws to protect the dealer sales model. Tesla has had to take most states in the US to court to allow them to sell direct to customers and open stores / service centres.

[@EV_Ben]

Did not know that. Those old dealer laws are a pain

[@Xeyedjohn]

HW4? Upgraded cameras?

[@EV_Ben]

Nope

[@ronkemperful]

As a fellow Coloradian I need not warn you about potholes and those beautiful performance wheels. Hopefully a set of winter wheels with more sidewall rubber between the smaller wheel and treads has been considered. Congratulations on your car, I’m envious but I have a perfectly adequate 6 year old Subaru Forester that only has 30,000 miles and still smells like new inside with no blemishes outside.

[@EV_Ben]

I used to have an Outback and it was great! Just wish it wasn't so slow in the mountains haha. Definitely wary of potholes and will be replacing the tires (and possibly wheels) in October-ish. Thanks for watching!

[@inquisitvem6723]

I think if I bought one, I would need an alignment soon in my city…many bad roads and pot holes.

[@trendingpoint5501]

Tesla insurance?? Is it cheaper or more expensive than standard carriers like Geico for example

[@EV_Ben]

Good question! Tesla insurance for me was about 1/4 of the price of any other quotes I got. GEICO is VERY expensive for Tesla for some reason.

[@trendingpoint5501]

@@EV_Ben you serious!!! I have Geico! And upgrade from regular model 3 2021 to a 2023 performance yesterday. I definitely have to get a quote then!

[@trendingpoint5501]

Never mind. Not available in Florida :(

[@EV_Ben]

@@trendingpoint5501 Elon said recently that Tesla insurance is coming to Florida later this year! In the meantime, you might want to try Liberty Mutual. They were the cheapest for me before Tesla insurance

[@trendingpoint5501]

@@EV_Ben thank you

[@tonyfrese6903]

Where do you charge? Do you have a level 2 charger at home?

[@EV_Ben]

Good question. I have a dryer plug that I use at home, it gives around 6kW which is enough to full charge overnight. Thanks for watching!

[@srtman04]

@@EV_Ben dryer plugs are really not made for continuous high voltage charging and the risk for fire is certainly greater with that setup.

[@ProXcaliber]

@@srtman04 You are not entirely wrong, but at the same time you have to keep in mind that in the US we use the 80% rule. To put it simply, if you have a breaker that is rated at 30 amps at full continuous draw, then the proper way to use it is to keep your load at 24 amps. Tesla chargers will automatically detect the breaker maximum limit and reduce power draw to take that 80% rule into account. If it doesn't do it automatically, then the car or app both allow you to change how much draw it puts on the outlet.

[@cliffli798]

Why do you want to buy now when highland is coming very soon?

[@EV_Ben]

Fair question. First, I think Highland is not coming as soon as people think, and I believe that because Tesla just redid the Long Range assembly line at Fremont this year; why would they do that just to have to redo the line again weeks or months later? Second, I was renting a model 3 through Uber for $1,700/mo (see my video on renting a Tesla through Uber) and that's like paying rent a second time. I wanted to get out of that money pit ASAP. Thanks for watching!

[@cliffli798]

@@EV_Ben Thanks for your reply, i am also trying to justify my tesla model 3 purchasing ;) its a nice car but i just keep wondering did i buy at the wrong time. Anyways, you just gain a sub :)

[@mholmes9262]

Nice car, congrats! I took delivery of my blue/white '22 M3P just over a year ago and I love it. I'm at 9.9k miles and it still puts a smile on my face every time I drive it. I really can't think of any car, electric or ICE, that would be more enjoyable overall. And I love the simplicity of it. The only thing I'm not sure about is the "vegan leather." I'd rather just have real hides, thanks. I seriously doubt this stuff will hold up as well as the real stuff over the long haul, but time will tell.

[@EV_Ben]

Thanks! And congrats to you as well! It really does put a smile on your face 😊 from what I’ve heard the vegan leather holds up very well. I had no issues at 80k miles in my 2019 Model 3. Time will tell!

[@Moondoggy1941]

I think the Vegan Leather is made from Pineapple leaves/fiber.

[@mholmes9262]

​@@Moondoggy1941 That's crazy haha. It feels really nice right now but my car is only a yr old, so hopefully it will hold up.

[@NoLimitSquad]

Similar boat bro! Took my 22 m3p in September. Just hit 10k last week. Freaking amazing experience!

[@Moondoggy1941]

@@mholmes9262 I saw a KZbin video where they were saying that, but they did not say that Tesla was using it, but they claimed it was Vegan Leather.

[@johnd9031]

Hope you make some more Tesla videos.

[@EV_Ben]

Thanks! That’s the plan! I have a couple big road trip vids coming verrrry soon

[@Harmansehgal5]

How many miles it goes with full charge?

[@EV_Ben]

Around 280

[@inquisitvem6723]

What was the drive out price ? I hope one day we will get rid of dealerships and everything done like Tesla.

[@EV_Ben]

After delivery fee it was just over $55k as I speced it. I agree that dealership experiences with their 'market adjustments' are subpar.

[@jaredvegas]

With the AWD you can floor it (0-30) confidently in the rain

[@EV_Ben]

I'll take your word for it haha. Thanks for watching!

[@ryanbezman3157]

How did you get approved for the loan when being an uber driver? They denied me specifically because I would use it on uber..

[@EV_Ben]

I didn’t tell them :) I’ve never heard of that issue before though, that’s weird

[@ryanbezman3157]

@@EV_Ben what did you write down on your application?

[@owascoshaw]

Oh man that door close 😖 10:23

[@dapperlygrungy3189]

Is Tesla going to fix the panel gaps and the uneven depth of the panels. This is the reason why I am hesitant to buy a Tesla. They need to fix the factories to correct this ongoing issue. Will they provide you a car loaner if it takes them weeks to fix?

[@EV_Ben]

Truthfully I think people make a way bigger deal of it than it really is. It's not something you really think about day to day (at least I don't). If there is any issue Tesla does provide a loaner, whether it is for a day or more. I see other OEMs with the same panel gap stuff all the time, but people really focus on Tesla for some reason. Its up to you but in my honest opinion it is not a good reason to not buy a Tesla. The features, fun, reliability, lack of maintenance, and comfort of the car are vastly more important than panel gaps. Thanks for watching!

[@kaydencemadden]

Hey Ben! My name is Kaydence Madden. I’m 15 years old (almost 16) and am a sophomore in high school. I’ve wanted a Tesla for as long as I can remember. Right now, I drive my parents Honda, Insight. I worked my butt off at my grandparents house and other family members houses to try to earn money and then I got a job as soon as I legally could to also help save money for a Tesla. It’s been a dream car of mine! Right now I only have a few thousand dollars saved up for one. Do you have any tips for me?

[@EV_Ben]

Thanks for the comment and good luck to you with saving for a Tesla! My biggest tip is to avoid maxing out your budget for a car, even a Tesla. The stress that high levels of debt creates is never worth it imo. That being said, maybe try investing some of that money and see if you can make it grow? This is not financial advice but if you can learn how to make your money grow, rather than sit idly in savings, you’ll be able to afford a Tesla much sooner :) good luck!

[@koreandude]

Heya Ben! Congrats on the new ride! Can you share your experience with the panel gap fixes? Was tesla able to address them in a timely manner?

[@EverythingEvo]

Curious why a Model 3 Performance and not a Y Performance? They are about the same price, similar speed, range but the Y has far more space

[@EV_Ben]

Good question. I prefer driving the 3 over the Y. The sporty seating position is way more fun to me. I did strongly consider the Y though because of the added utility

[@gabrieltossas9050]

Hello ! Thinking in getting one for Uber/Lyft. I think Uber has incentive per ride on it which helps either for charging expenses or even to the monthly payment. Have you started doing Uber in it or will it be only your personal ride ?

[@EV_Ben]

Yes Uber gives an extra $1 per ride for all EVs. They do have some charging incentives for third party chargers (such as EVgo) but I've never used them personally. This car is for work and personal use :) Thanks for watching!

[@jasonliu5421]

Congrats. Is this HW4?

[@EV_Ben]

Nope

[@Superman-xr1oh]

Why a black interior?

[@EV_Ben]

Easier to keep clean for Uber, and if I paid for white it would’ve put the car over the $55k tax incentive threshold and I would not get any of that lovely $7500 tax break from IRA

[@Moondoggy1941]

Anybody have a Tesla in a hot state, low humidity but hot desert like. How does the AC work? Does it use a lot of energy and reducing the range? Also how does the heater and defroster work, I cannot use one in a car, it dries my eyes several. Anybody have that issue? Heaters in a house no problems just cars.

[@EV_Ben]

Denver is pretty dry and hot in the summer and I will say the AC works well, but I highly recommend budgeting in some window tinting. You can use the app to turn on AC before you get to the car, which helps a lot, and you can leave AC on when inside a store which also helps quite a bit. Still, tinting is a must imo, and I cannot wait to get mine soon! AC does not use very much power or reduce range much at all; heater reduces range a little more but not too bad for heat pump cars (older Teslas have a less efficient heating system and that does noticably reduce range when below freezing, esp at night). I have not had any issues with the heater/defroster drying my eyes. Thanks for watching!

[@TeslaElonSpaceXFan]

❤

[@alalaalauraable]

Did you consider waiting for the Model 3 refresh? I’m in the market for an M3 but idk if I should wait a few more weeks to see if there’s any updates from Tesla. Congrats btw!!

[@ATGMEDIA]

Same! I drove the M3 and will likely purchase but want see what Project Highland has to offer in a esthetic refresh.

[@EV_Ben]

Thought about it but I was spending $1,740/mo to rent a Model 3 through Uber and I wanted to be done with that ASAP haha

[@ajdavis98775]

Don't know if I would be satisfied with my first brand-new car purchase not being 100% Perfect. I do kinda understand that it may be slight imperfections but who's to say long term these items may not turn into something bigger. No big deal but just saying.

[@EV_Ben]

I understand, I’m just not that picky. I only bought a new one because of the tax incentives, or I would’ve gone used without hesitation. Tesla is also super good about honoring warranties and fixing issues, and that also makes me unconcerned. Thanks for watching!

[@nicholasmuni7995]

It would be nice if you explain what car you are in getting to the dealer is it your older Tesla, you could give us a peak at that car, for future videos be more transparent the viewers like to know as much as possible I will give you a like and subscribe.

[@EV_Ben]

I may have forgot to mention in this video but my old Model 3 got totaled out. I’ve mentioned it in a few videos and include a photo in those. Did you have any other questions? Thanks for the like and sub!

[@marshallfelter2414]

Panel gaps but pristine 🧐

[@EV_Ben]

Just a couple nit picky stuff. I think people make a bigger deal of it than it really is, but I wanted to include it because a lot of people do care. Thanks for watching!

[@MultiShawnt]

🚀

[@maxplanck9055]

For a professional car manufacturer those panel gaps are bad for a new car, I would expect to see that in an old car after an accident repair, I would reject a car badly produced like this, for $40,000 or more panel alignment is not much to ask, stop using mindless people use full automation instead and you won’t have panel gaps, fantastic people are buying electric vehicles, human labour is responsible for the poor quality✌️❤️🇬🇧

[@anantsrivastava6969]

bro u showed some information in ur ap that needed to be hidden and is personal to you!. U should have blured it out or smth

[@EV_Ben]

Thanks for looking out!

[@nicholasmuni7995]

All the things you are mentioning are within spec you will be told.

[@EV_Ben]

Very possibly. I will post an update once my car goes into service this week.

[@juliosaldana7404]

hi and congratulations, Do tesla offer you an extended warranty of anything like that?? or or additional warranty ?

[@EV_Ben]

No extra warranty that you can buy. Whole car is warrantied for 50k miles, drivetrain for 120k. You can also view warranty details in the app which is pretty handy. Thanks for watching!

[@nicholasmuni7995]

The keys are inside.

[@EV_Ben]

In my case, they were in the service center along with a couple pieces of paperwork to sign. Took about two minutes to sign and get the keys :)

[@lrod8692]

Are people taking Tesla’s to car shows to be judged? This panel gap inspection is hilarious.

[@EV_Ben]

Haha nah its just something a lot of people gripe about so in my efforts to be honest and informative I wanted to show it for those who care. I think people make a bigger issue out of it than it really is. Thanks for watching!

[@lrod8692]

@@EV_Ben for sure, I think Tesla is pretty good at taking care of the issue after the fact even if you don’t note it when taking deliver. Enjoy your M3P!

[@ronniemullis8717]

Why,Why,Why does Tesla after all these years keep having body fitment problems?

[@EV_Ben]

It has gotten better but still not perfect, not sure why. I've heard the non-Fremont cars are better but Tesla still should have resolved the Fremont fitting issues by now

[@williampaxman4173]

Nice transparent video

[@EV_Ben]

Thanks!

[@MrSupahLMFAO]

This is why Tesla from China is better than Tesla from the US. No exterior flaws from China

[@EV_Ben]

The newer factory helps for sure

[@Victic005]

The performance is quite expensive.

[@Wirmish]

1mm gap.... scrap it!

[@EV_Ben]

Hahaha

[@jennaduvall2060]

The delivery person will actually take an Uber back once they deliver your vehicle.

[@EV_Ben]

Ah, makes sense. Still, they didn't give me the option of home delivery so I'm guessing I was out of their radius or something (I was just over half an hour away from the shop). Thanks for watching!

[@jackie26085]

Too bad they don’t deliver to Superior anymore.

[@EV_Ben]

That is a bummer

[@raulgmb]

Update

[@EV_Ben]

See my 10 day review video. One month review coming soon!

[@shotsofkennessy]

Love this, but you’re being way too nitpicky about panel gaps and alignments lol relax 😂

[@EV_Ben]

Haha fair enough. I personally don't care or think about it much, but I know a lot of people do so I wanted to include it in the video. My mantra is "honest and informative EV content" so I try to live up to that :) Thanks for watching!

[@shotsofkennessy]

@@EV_Ben love that. Keep doing what you’re doing man!

[@Robshamsterteam]

Who cares how busy it is your taking possession of a expensive car

[@EV_Ben]

Fair enough

[@howcanyouknowme]

I have model 3, the paint and door seals are terrible quality

[@EV_Ben]

Sorry to hear that. What year/color?

[@KIDLAT619]

i got my model 3 performance 6 weeks ago & got this horrible wind noise on the front driver side window. they replaced the door seal & its a lot quieter now but you can still hear a little bit when on the freeway.

[@paulorr6270]

Funny when you pick up a BMW or Merc no one needs to do any of that !

[@EV_Ben]

People tend to be more particular with Teslas for some reason, even though other OEMs have panel issues too. I tried to show the things people would want to see. Thanks for watching!

[@marygirardin5300]

Does the top open?

[@EV_Ben]

Good question. No it does not. My old car has a sunroof/moonroof and it leaked multiple times. I personally like that it doesn’t open for that reason :)