Ordered July 9 (socal) and estimate was 3-4 weeks. Few days later app updated to say July 15-July 29. On July 15 it got pushed back to July 17-July 31. On July 17 it got pushed back again to July 22-August 5 and I got super sad!!

Then July 22 I got a random text a Tesla Advisor saying they’re trying my best to deliver my car. I asked for an update and they said to just keep checking the app and they don’t have a better ETA. Then that evening I got a VIN! And then this morning I was able to get an appointment.

I got a Model Y Premium AWD in Quicksilver! Scrambled to get everything together to sell my car tonight at Carvana and will go pick up the Y tomorrow!! Literally I was refreshing the app 10+ times a day it was getting unhealthy. Now looking to get tinting done and placed an order of Super Liner mats!

Even after using it on a single drive I’ve noticed so many improvements. First, it gets up to speed much quicker and safer. It seems to go quicker on green lights too. It stays perfectly 7-8 mph over the speed limit as I set it as. Seems more responsive too on cars going across the lane into mine too. Lastly, being able to start FSD from a parking spot is something I didn’t realize I’d love so much. 10/10 update.

Hello! Just took delivery of my 26 MYP Quicksilver this morning. Took it right to my guy for full body stealth ppf. He’s got the mobile connector he can use to charge.

In the interim, to preserve battery, do I turn off cabin overheat protection? Is there anything else I need to do to preserve battery?

It’s sitting outside of the bay until this evening when he can pull out the car he’s finishing and put mine inside. Just wanna make sure I’m doing this right lol. First time EV owner btw!

I have a 2022 MY LR and I am original owner and am getting noises:

- a single click/mild clunk on acceleration and on deceleration. Tesla said its the lubrication for the half-axels which could be from heavy acceleration or a lot of stop and go traffic (neither of which I have going on) Tesla said it’s a maintenance item and not covered by warranty- seems unfair to me.

-an interior clicking noise coming from the far left dashboard area- (maybe the AC?)

Is it normal for all these noises at such low mileage?

Am I in for more noises, vibrations etc. in the future?

In between o40 soccer games last week my buddy drove me to Wawa for waters in his FSD Tesla. It blew my mind. This friend is very very well off and I thought it was cool but always assumed Tesla's were like $80,000-$100,000 cars.

The next day I flew to Atlanta for a seminar where my cousin picked me and my buddy up in his new FSD Tesla. And my buddy as soon as we got in the car told him he just got one too and loves it.

Honestly the price tag is what sold me most, plus currently 0% financing for the RWD which I really love. The car seems like it does so much and the price tag seems so insanely reasonable. Some questions before I jump in though:

1) Is the "order online" price the same you will get at a dealership? It's so refreshing to see a haggle free actual price that you can buy on the spot. Do prices fluctuate at all at actual dealerships?

2) Is there a reason to buy from a dealership vs. just directly buying online? Can you save on the delivery fee if you buy direct from a dealership? The two dealerships in New Jersey are an hour away each.

3) I live in a house in the New Jersey suburbs but do NOT have a garage. It gets very cold here for about 4-5 months of the year and we get snow a few times almost every winter. Will owning a Tesla be a problem in a cold weather climate without a garage? I've read that battery life will be decreased while it's actually cold out, which is fine, but will it kill the long term life of the battery as well?

4) RWD v. AWD. From what I read it seems like the RWD actually performs pretty well and AWD isn't really necessary for the $5K + 0.99% financing price difference?

5) What does seem recommended is the winter tires? I don't see this as an option on Tesla's website when ordering but did read that you can have Tesla put them on? Necessary or not really?

6) Family. I have 2 kids and thus 2 car seats. How do the Tesla seats hold up to the wear and tear of two kids and two car seats?

7) Is the trade in value on the Tesla site you get for putting in the VIN number accurate? Or can you get something different at a dealership? (Or do they just also plug in your VIN number?)

8) Tax credits in NJ? Are they a thing other than the $1,000 NJ rebate Tesla has checked on the website?

9) How is the sound system on the RWD model? I've always bought limited versions of my other cars for the upgraded sound system but the models the basic Y RWD are over my budget.

I'm sure there's more questions I'm forgetting right now but anything else you think I should know or take into consideration is much appreciated. I love the FSD mode. I love the rave mode. I'm falling more and more in love with this car everyday the longer I've been away from it. Thanks so much!

EDD was July 22-23…. I texted advisor this morning he said he will reach out when it arrives… now the app doesn’t have an EDD anymore!?

Hey all, I’m new to the EV world and doing my homework before buying used. I’ve been browsing Tesla’s used inventory, specifically 2024 and 2025 Model Y Performance with less than 15,000 miles on them. A lot of the listings show estimated range around 253-260 miles, which works out to roughly 90-94% of original battery capacity.

That seems like a lot of degradation for such low mileage and a car that’s only 1-2 years old. A few questions for those more experienced with EVs:

• Is this range/degradation normal for Model Y Performance this age and mileage, or does it seem high to you?  
• Does anyone know exactly how Tesla calculates the range shown on used listings — is it rated range at 100% charge, or something else?  
• What’s a reasonable benchmark for degradation on a car like this (low mileage, 1-2 years old)?

Appreciate any insight — trying to make sure I’m not missing something obvious as a first-time EV buyer.

What's up y'all? You've probably seen me hanging around the sub in the comments, I made my own posts when I ordered my Model Y premium RWD white on black, anyways, I ordered it July 3rd and 6 days later, I scheduled delivery for July 30th, it's July 22nd and the car is still in transit to the delivery location, I'm wondering if this is normal and you guys have also experienced this or if this is a sign of something

When I first got my car a couple months ago, I hardly ever heard beeps from “looking away” from the road. Now, even if I look away for 2 seconds it beeps at me. I’ll literally look at my mirrors and immediately it beeps. Looking at my cars screen, beeps right away. What the hell is going on. This is honestly pretty frustrating and I’m getting annoyed with it because 2 days ina row I’ve gotten strikes just by looking at my mirrors. This happens with or without sunglasses on. Also happens even if my phone is out of sight and I’m just checking my mirrors.

I just picked up a MYP. Is there a way to cover the rear screen? My 7 year old daughter doesn’t have any screens. I know we can lock it out but when I go to adjust the AC, the apps will show and it’ll be a challenging to keep her from being constantly curious about it -

2023 model y thinking about getting a roof rack for 2 kayaks, worried about cracking the roof glass should I have Tesla install? How much range is truly lost when hulling. Anything to look out for? should I get a “Tesla” brand one? Any help is appreciated!

Hi All,

Getting a 2026 Model Y Premium AWD. Located in NJ and pickup in "Tesla Totowa". Based on VIN its an Austin TX build.

Has anybody that has picked up a MY from NJ or specifically Totowa location recently received front mud guards and rear bumper PPF (I have read on a few forums that in the north east region MY gets these options installed but the advisor didn't know anything about it)?

Regarding the glass protection and tire protection, again I read somewhere that you get it included for the first 14 days at which point you can elect to add it to your account without inspection if you do it within 14 days? Has anybody picked up a Tesla in July and had that included in their account? Again advisor is not aware of this but read this across multiple forums.

I have been reading the inspection checklists so aware of the lists online, but any tips on recent deliveries / pickup in July with things that I should look out for during the pickup inspection and while driving for the first few miles?

Lastly, is there still a no question ask repair/replacement service for the first 7 days, 1 day, or is that not applicable at all anymore in case you find issues after pickup and discover them at home?

Thanks!

I consider myself super unlucky with windshields. I maintain a pretty far back distance and don't drive behind work trucks but random stuff keeps parabolically chipping or cracking my windshield over the years.

I got the WPP because it seemed easy enough and it would stop 1nsurance claims (in NY, any claim, even glass, over $1000 is reported to CLUE and us3d against you in premiums—WPP is not 1nsurance so avoid CLUE reports).

However, the two times I've tried to use it over the year (once a large crack, another just a chip) has resulted in arguments with the service center. The first time, which was a large crack and needing replacement, they kept trying to charge me the $100 deductible despite the plan saying the first one within a calendar year is free. I had to argue as the service center manager kept saying they're required to charge $100 for every time they work on a windshield.

It took half a day of arguing after my car was completed that I didn't owe it and it was against the contract I signed with Tesla. They finally relented after I guess I just got annoying enough.

Today, I brought my car to a different service center for a chip repair and the same exact issue came up. They said "the system says it's $100 deductible for crack repair". I had to bring up the agreement paperwork, and Tesla's own website, to show that there's unlimited free chip repairs. A lot of back and fourth until the employee said "I'll goodwill it this time, but that's not what the system says".

What's going on? Why is this so difficult? I know I'm not reading the terms wrong. It just adds more annoyance to already dealing with poor Tesla service.

I ordered a standard RWD (white exterior, back interior and 18 inch wheels) on June 29th in DFW, Texas.

The ETA for me is Oct 11 to Nov 22.

Has anyone else who ordered a standard RWD Model Y experienced long delivery times?

I called Tesla showrooms for updates and they kind of promise that the car would be delivered way sooner. In this subreddit, I see majority order premium models and they are getting their cars fairly quickly.

I wanted to know if others also facing delays with getting their standard Model y.

I have to admit I’ve been checking the Tesla app a little too often because I’m excited for delivery

Picked up a new carwash membership for a steal for unlimited washes for $10/mth for 6 months. Normally $45. It's a new location but it is touch. We are everyone's thoughts on touch carwashes. I intend to go at least once a week.

I just upgraded to FSD 14 Lite last night and while it’s super cool to have new features in my HW3 car, it feels more jerky like it is struggling to make decisions. My biggest gripe after driving 80 miles on it so far is it’ll slam on its brakes off and on when it comes across a pedestrian only cross walk that don’t have any people nearby or cross walk lights on and no cars or anything and treats it like a stop sign. I almost got rear ended doing it. Anyone else having these experiences?

I get it’s new and supposed to learn which is why I’m not 100% giving up on it. Still cool.

Deciding between Camry xle and Tesla model y premium. Looking for recommendations.
I currently work at Tesla and can charge my car onsite for free (I am assuming, must double check). I will get 0.99% APR on Tesla. Not sure about the APR for Camry. My current commute is about 36 miles round trip, and might go between 50-60 miles round trip when I recolate over next few months. Will mostly use the car for work on a daily basis and occasionally to drive around CA during holidays or weekends.

Not sure about insurance rates for both the vehicles.

Thinking for getting the car between Aug-Nov (if I decide to go with Tesla, I want to wait until CA govt. starts the EV rebate program).

Any inputs are appreciated. Posting this in both camry and model y reddits to get a better feedback.

I placed an order on Saturday for a blue and white MY premium AWD. just got a two week delivery window that starts on Sunday. However, I don’t have a VIN assigned yet.

How accurate is the two week window and should I expect a VIN before or during the window?

Anyone cracked their rim like this? I do not remember hitting a pothole at all, and surely would have. Went into a business and had no air pressure warning, came out two hours later and it said my PSI was 33. Took it to Discount thinking I had run over a nail and that was causing the slow leak…just had to be this.

Is this repairable, or is it just a shed some tears as I type my CC into a website while buying a single rear wheel?

What's your favorite feature that's coming?

Need some help…. Picking up my Quicksilver 26 MYP Thursday and heading right to body shop for full wrap. Unsure on what to do. Originally wanted Matte Black PPF wrap, but my buddy said it’s going to be hard to clean and over time won’t look as good due to fading and maintaining…. Hmmmm

He suggested doing the stealth ppf on the quicksilver. Would love thoughts on longevity and maintaining… I’m really sold on matte black PPF and would love opinions or thoughts. Any thoughts would be helpful or if anyone has had experience with either.

Pic for attention. I’m looking at buying a used model y performance with around 20-40k miles. I’m wondering what I should expect to pay out the door. Anyone able to share what they paid for theirs used?

Let’s see it. How is everyone that opted out of any ceramic coating or ppf doing?

I've driven my 2010 Toyota Tundra (140k miles) for 7 years, since I was 16. It's finally starting to fall apart:

• January: Tie rods and rack & pinion failed ($1,800 to fix)
• This week: Transmission trouble. It's at the shop now. Best case is a valve body replacement ($1,500–2,500); worst case is a full rebuild plus valve body ($3,500–5,500).
• Truck bed's paint is flaking off and is starting to have surface rust
• Gas gauge and TPMS doesn't work

The truck itself is only worth $6,500–8,500, so a big repair bill is hard to justify if repairs of this magnitude are just going to continue on.

While I wait on the diagnosis on my truck, I've been bracing for the worst and shopping for a replacement, even though I'd rather avoid a car payment. I've been obsessed with the F-150 Lightning since it came out; it just feels like "me" to a T. But I'm also drawn to the Model Y for FSD and Tesla's reputation as the default EV choice.

I test drove a Lightning a couple years ago when it first came out and a Model Y this past weekend, and I've narrowed it down to two options at roughly the same price:

• 2023 F-150 Lightning XLT SR with 80k miles, minor damage history but not specifically label as accident history on Carfax, not shown on AutoCheck.
  • From the photos, it shows 204 mi of range at 96% SOC which calculates to 92.4% SOH. I have a hard time believing the battery is that degraded given how much I've read on here that the batteries are over-engineered and hardly degrade but it is certainly possible.
  • Cloth seats, will swap to leather covers as soon as I can. Would rather buy a lariat but they are very overpriced
• 2023 Model Y AWD LR with 40k miles and 90% SOH on the battery, 299mi range.

Why I like the Lightning: it's a truck, battery degradation seems minimal from what I've read here, insurance is cheap, and it has a reputation for reliability (assuming the initial battery bugs are fixed).

Why I like the Model Y: FSD, lower mileage, reliability, top-tier crash tests, and constant software improvements from Tesla.

A bit about me: I'm 23, live in an apartment in DFW, TX, and commute 15 miles a day (10k miles/yr). I don't road-trip often, but might start. I'd primarily charge at a nearby Supercharger ($0.45/kWh + $13/mo Tesla membership), but my parking garage also has standard residential outlets I could use overnight - I've seen other residents plug in, and it'd be free. I'm not the picture-perfect candidate for an EV, having to rely on public charging, but I intend to buy a home in the next few years and will install a L2 charger. Because this will be the first car I've ever purchased myself, I can't say for certain I'm the type of person that keeps cars forever but if my Tundra is any indication, I will be keeping my next car until the wheels fall off or at least until the drive units/battery fail.

If you were in my shoes, which would you pick, and why?