[jacobvarughese]

Sorry that was just the car price - the total price is $86k and change- still much cheaper than the UK and Australian version (whenever Y gets launched in those markets).

As a matter of fact, it’s almost $3k lesser than the US market as the US Tesla guys hiked the rates twice in the last 2 months.

[Harshal.Bhosale]

Originally Posted by jacobvarughese

Hey, just stumbled upon this beautiful thread - I ordered a 2021 Model Y Long Range, Red color (paid $2600 extra) with a 7 seater configuration (additional $4k) and black interior here in Toronto, Canada.

Thank you, and congratulations to you! Welcome to the Tesla fam! That's a neat configuration too, I was wondering how the 3rd row would fare for daily usage with kids etc, hope you will post a review soon after getting yours. Looks like the delivery logistics lined up in your favor that it's getting delivered sooner.

Originally Posted by extreme_torque

Whoa that is cheap! Is it the total on-road cost? Taxes and everything included? A Model 3 Long Range is more than 85k here in Australia.

Originally Posted by jacobvarughese

Sorry that was just the car price - the total price is $86k and change- still much cheaper than the UK and Australian version (whenever Y gets launched in those markets).

As a matter of fact, it’s almost $3k lesser than the US market as the US Tesla guys hiked the rates twice in the last 2 months.

I was mortified for all of two seconds seeing you guys bandy these numbers about, until I realized these were CAD and AUD respectively haha!

That said, Australia pricing does get atrociously high, but I'm sure the Indian pricing blows it out of the water when it is announced! Fingers crossed on that one.

[Sridhar C E]

Hey Harshal,

Excellent narrative, that! Too bad you lost Saphira but look at what you got in turn! Good luck and all the very best!

[jacobvarughese]

Thanks- I may need your help with the review

In other news, awoke today to the fact that Tesla pushed out the dates by more than a month bringing it to end of August. Surprised that a tech company as Tesla don't have guidelines where customers can accurately track orders- BMW and Lexus (2 vehicles I owned and still have) can give a near-exact estimated date of delivery.

[Ragavsr]

Congrats on joining Tesla. You might as well get a new one with a discount at a price less than what you received .

The Mazda CX 30 you mention is a really fine car. It's basically a lifted hatch, a crossover in disguise and has a better power train than its subcompact competition.

I am left confused about your comments on insurance not covering collisions with inanimate objects. It is supposed to cover all objects, moving or not. Insurance is supposed to cover all sorts of driver misjudgment which is why rates vary based on driving record. Say, you hit a parked car, or crashing against the wall or kerb the insurance if comprehensive is supposed to cover both cars and in the second case damage to your car.

As far as the salvage car ending up in Ukraine, regulations are even more lax and non existent in India. In India, salvage cars end up in used car dealers with the eventual buyer not having an iota of knowledge that the car had been in a serious accident prior, while Ukrainians and other CIS folks generally know salvage luxury cars from North America, Western Europe and Japan end up there to lead new lives.

The only reason this nuisance doesn't exist in India is the steep duties on imported cars both new and used. It's one thing the governments over time has got it right for a change.

[infotech58]

Originally Posted by jacobvarughese

Sorry that was just the car price - the total price is $86k and change- still much cheaper than the UK and Australian version (whenever Y gets launched in those markets).

As a matter of fact, it’s almost $3k lesser than the US market as the US Tesla guys hiked the rates twice in the last 2 months.

Congratulations on new ride.
Curious to know why did you select 7 seater option? Are they actually usable? (I assume they (3rd row) are too cramped for adults and children (beyond toddler stage) would not want to sit there because they can't look outside (small windows)).

[jacobvarughese]

Originally Posted by infotech58

Congratulations on new ride.
Curious to know why did you select 7 seater option? Are they actually usable? (I assume they are too cramped for adults and children (beyond toddler stage) would not want to sit there because they can't look outside (small windows)).

I test drove a 7-seater demo vehicle prior to purchase, and you're right that it does not fit adults ( am 5'11). I had gotten my 10 year old kid who was tall for his age and said it's a tight spot to be in. My reasons are that I have a newborn, a large dog (a Lab retriever), and 2 boys (aged 9 and 10) with parents and in-laws coming here frequently. We can certainly fit in adults for short drives (not more than 10 kms) and kids for longer periods of time.

I also did a comparison with RX 350 L (the one that has 7 seater) and BMW X5 - the leg room and head room seem to be comparable with the Model Y.

[Harshal.Bhosale]

Originally Posted by Sridhar C E

Hey Harshal,

Excellent narrative, that! Too bad you lost Saphira but look at what you got in turn! Good luck and all the very best!

Thank you for your kind words!

Originally Posted by jacobvarughese

Thanks- I may need your help with the review

In other news, awoke today to the fact that Tesla pushed out the dates by more than a month bringing it to end of August. Surprised that a tech company as Tesla don't have guidelines where customers can accurately track orders- BMW and Lexus (2 vehicles I owned and still have) can give a near-exact estimated date of delivery.

I guess the logistical nightmares continue for Tesla. With one entity owning the entire supply chain from factory to end customer, I guess the tracking aspect will suffer compared to traditional OEMs like BMW/Lexus which operate on a franchisee dealer model. With dealerships, once they get assigned VINs, the tracking is at a more local level and hence easier. Hope you get delivery soon!

Originally Posted by Ragavsr

Congrats on joining Tesla. You might as well get a new one with a discount at a price less than what you received .

I am left confused about your comments on insurance not covering collisions with inanimate objects. It is supposed to cover all objects, moving or not. Insurance is supposed to cover all sorts of driver misjudgment which is why rates vary based on driving record. Say, you hit a parked car, or crashing against the wall or kerb the insurance if comprehensive is supposed to cover both cars and in the second case damage to your car.

Thank you! I'll definitely get another Tesla in the future, but for now, plan is to take advantage of being in California and reduce the number of wheels in the garage, at least by two

Sorry for the confusion - I didn't say that insurance doesn't cover collisions with inanimate objects - they most certainly did cover it, that's how I got money for my car! What I highlighted was the fact that they considered it a collision in the first place, instead of a comprehensive claim. From a payout perspective, its pretty much the same thing (other than the deductible amount) - but what changes is the claim history - I now have a collision claim on my record, which will jack up my car insurance premiums for the next 2 (or even 5 ) years; instead I could've had a comprehensive claim, which does not factor into insurance premium calculations.

[jacobvarughese]

So after relentless scouting and hunting, I found one brand new Model Y in Montréal and asked my Sales Advisor to match it. It gets shipped to Toronto for no extra charge and hopefully should be delivered toward the end of next week.

The overall price got decreased as this is a Midnight Silver metallic as opposed to the original red color I ordered. Another benefit of this July manufacture includes the Bioweapon defense mode(HEPA filters) which was only available in the Models S and X.

[carthick1000]

Originally Posted by jacobvarughese

It gets shipped to Toronto for no extra charge and hopefully should be delivered toward the end of next week.

Congrats on your Model Y. Safe miles ahead. May be you could start a new thread or post a review once you took delivery and have time. Cheers.

[jacobvarughese]

Finally got my spaceship ‘Velocity’ last Saturday at the Toronto Lawrence location - family was incredibly elated, and so was I.

Customer service was top-notch with a few areas for improvement but an overall seamless experience.

Currently using the 5-15 Mobile adapter charger that came with it - takes 10-12 hours to charge for a mere 30% but is fine as I just don’t take out the vehicle. Have also ordered the 14-50 Nema adapter which would compress the charging time significantly.

[no_fear]

Originally Posted by jacobvarughese

Sorry that was just the car price - the total price is $86k and change

Wow they offer 96 months financing. That is something. I guess with car prices going sky high, customers have no choice but to take longer tenor loans.

[ST7677]

Originally Posted by Harshal.Bhosale

Basically, a random metallic object (most likely a differential casing or something similar) was lying on the highway / was freshly dropped from some previous vehicle, and ended up damaging three vehicles including Saphira.

Really sad to hear about the loss of Saphira! But glad that you didn't end up paying for it. The metallic object appeared quiet small to do substantial damage to the Tesla.

In Indian context, I am afraid how such cars will do. The roads themselves are bad, non existent at many places. There are many unexpected things on our road, sometimes even rocks left by previously stranded vehicles or dislocated median dividers.

I had a similar experience in my Honda Civic, about a decade back, where on a fast 6 lane highway turn I suddenly encountered a 6" tall giant granite slab in middle of the road. I maneuvered to pass over it but it was high enough to hit the underbody and exhaust B pipe. The impact was strong enough to break the granite slab and caused a hole in the underbody, which later had to be welded and B pipe replaced. Luckily I got away without any major damage. But these incidents are very common on our road.

With a battery so low, and easily getting damaged like that is going to be a major concern in our country and the insurance company will insist on repairs than pay for total loss!

[Jaguarpaw]

Originally Posted by Jaguarpaw

Congrats on your new car Harshal. Awesome detailing. Your attention and detailing about your new car is simply wow. I genuinely think Elon Musk might hire you in his team if he finds this thread. Rated 5 stars

Harshal. Sorry to hear about your loss of Saphira. But let me congratulate you for your new beginning with Tesla. Hope you remember my above words. Now I shall await your cyber truck review.

[ron178]

Korean-market Tesla Model 3 dilutes expectations in Korea NCAP safety assessments:

Occupant protection: 5 stars
VRU protection: 3 stars
Safety assist: 3 stars

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elXaANg6k88

Tested for front full-width rigid barrier impact at 56km/h, frontal offset deformable barrier at 64km/h, AE-MDB (1400kg type) side impact at 60km/h, oblique pole test at 32km/h, low-speed whiplash pulse sled test at 16km/h, pedestrian headform and lower legform tests and for interurban, cyclist and pedestrian AEB tests.

Scores an overall 2nd-grade rating.