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Title: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: gym**rat on April 17, 2014, 06:09:39 AM
Very cool car. Running about $90k right now. They are coming out with a smaller SUV next year. Very little to go wrong with these autos. Battery runs about 300 miles. There are free Tesla charging stations all over the US. It takes about 20 mins to get another full charge. So the worst case on long trips is you take a 20 minute break every 4 1/2-5 hours. Extremely comfortable car. Horsepower rating ranges from 302 to 416. Not bad for an electric car. I am sure several Getbiggers already have 2-3 in their garage.  ;)

Model S
(http://jacobfoxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/tesla-model-s-1024x680.jpg)

Motor
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/32/Tesla_Model_S_motor_cutout.jpg/800px-Tesla_Model_S_motor_cutout.jpg)

Dash
(http://www.cafemoba.com/pvelocity/images/tesla_model_s_dashboard_touchscreen-580x383.jpeg)



Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: El Diablo Blanco on April 17, 2014, 06:50:58 AM
Teslas have surpassed the Prius as the go-to douche care.  So many fucking douches own them it's sickening.
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: gym**rat on April 17, 2014, 06:52:01 AM
Teslas have surpassed the Prius as the go-to douche care.  So many fucking douches own them it's sickening.

I only sat in one. Does that me me a douche or just my ass since then is all that was touching it?
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: anabolichalo on April 17, 2014, 06:54:16 AM
it looks great, saw one on the street not long ago

had to look twice, great looking car
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: El Diablo Blanco on April 17, 2014, 06:55:04 AM
I only sat in one. Does that me me a douche or just my ass since then is all that was touching it?

You need to come to socal.  Drive around the .01% areas and all you see now are Teslas. The douches that parked their ferraris and porsche's to show off how special they are for being environment friendly despite their 7000 sqft mansions sitting on 2 acres that consumes more water and energy than a small city block.
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: gym**rat on April 17, 2014, 06:58:36 AM
You need to come to socal.  Drive around the .01% areas and all you see now are Teslas. The douches that parked their ferraris and porsche's to show off how special they are for being environment friendly despite their 7000 sqft mansions sitting on 2 acres that consumes more water and energy than a small city block.

I need to get back to socal, Arce owes me money. Sorry couldn't resist. I would not be interested in it to save the enviroment. Fuck the enviroment. I am sick of paying stupid ass high gas prices to make a bunch of low lifes rich. Being an ex-service technician I like the fact that there is little mechanical that can go wrong. But electrical is a whole nother story. Not sure how they are holding up.
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: Rambone on April 17, 2014, 07:17:20 AM
I only sat in one. Does that me me a douche or just my ass since then is all that was touching it?

Did you leave a puddle of your world famous sea monkeys?
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: gym**rat on April 17, 2014, 07:21:08 AM
Did you leave a puddle of your world famous sea monkeys?

Great question. There was a man and woman waiting on me to get out of it so they could jump in. I did not want them to soak up my ass sweat so when I got out I scooted like a dog across the carpet.
We all have demons, Sea Monkeys are mine....and itchy balls of course.
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: Rambone on April 17, 2014, 07:28:31 AM
Great question. There was a man and woman waiting on me to get out of it so they could jump in. I did not want them to soak up my ass sweat so when I got out I scooted like a dog across the carpet.
We all have demons, Sea Monkeys are mine....and itchy balls of course.

What would you say is worse? I'm going with sea monkeys since it's visible in public plus scratching your balls on a nice summer day just feels right sometimes.
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: JOHN MATRIX on April 17, 2014, 08:29:56 AM
Ive checked them out as well, those things are awesome. You cant even tell the car is on csuse it is TOTALLY SILENT. The looks ergonomics and performance are all top notch.if i had the money id get onehave 3 in my garage already
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: gym**rat on April 17, 2014, 10:38:47 AM
Ive checked them out as well, those things are awesome. You cant even tell the car is on csuse it is TOTALLY SILENT. The looks ergonomics and performance are all top notch.if i had the money id get onehave 3 in my garage already

Did you get a chance to sit in it. I have a ton of metal and scar tissue in my back and that was one comfortable seat. I am afraid I would rear end people by playing with the dash display constantly. The seats in the trunk area facing the rear was a bit strange though. At least you will see that semi coming when it runs over the back end of your car.
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: JOHN MATRIX on April 17, 2014, 10:49:00 AM
Yes i did, it was awesome
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: TEH boob on April 17, 2014, 10:51:58 AM
I thought they were having trouble producing batteries fast enough...anybody know the status of that?


I'd love to be an asshole with a Tesla. If/when I have the money, that's probably what I'd get. Unless I'd rather not be ostentatious, in which case I'll get a mini :)
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: Tapeworm on April 17, 2014, 11:18:47 AM
Establishing a network of charging stations seems like the major hurdle and cost.  It's a complete infrastructure revamp.  And waiting around for 20 minutes at established stations is a poor solution.  There must be a good reason they didn't go with automated battery swap.

mfw the electricity is generated from burning fossil fuels anyway and 50% of it gets pissed away in transmission, rectification, and storage inefficiency:  ::)  Idk maybe they've got it all worked out.

Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: TEH boob on April 17, 2014, 11:40:21 AM
Establishing a network of charging stations seems like the major hurdle and cost.  It's a complete infrastructure revamp.  And waiting around for 20 minutes at established stations is a poor solution.  There must be a good reason they didn't go with automated battery swap.

mfw the electricity is generated from burning fossil fuels anyway and 50% of it gets pissed away in transmission, rectification, and storage inefficiency:  ::)  Idk maybe they've got it all worked out.



If people are concerned about fossil fuels they should use public trans or ride a bike. Buying a 90k machine hardly sounds environmentally conscious
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: El Diablo Blanco on April 17, 2014, 01:00:35 PM
Establishing a network of charging stations seems like the major hurdle and cost.  It's a complete infrastructure revamp.  And waiting around for 20 minutes at established stations is a poor solution.  There must be a good reason they didn't go with automated battery swap.

mfw the electricity is generated from burning fossil fuels anyway and 50% of it gets pissed away in transmission, rectification, and storage inefficiency:  ::)  Idk maybe they've got it all worked out.



exactly.  I love how people think they're saving the planet by not using gas but don't realize the amount of fuel burned to make that electricity they use to charge the car.  It doesn't matter about price, if electric cars ever surpass gas cars they'll just start charging more for electricity and gas will end up being a cheaper option.  These energy companies fucking own it all anyways.
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: anabolichalo on April 17, 2014, 01:03:22 PM
similar

(http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/01/jaguar_xkr_2010_opt_18_opt.jpg)
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: Parker on April 17, 2014, 01:09:21 PM
Teslas have surpassed the Prius as the go-to douche care.  So many fucking douches own them it's sickening.
Naw, wouldn't say that. I've talked to about 8-10 Tesla owners. They tend to be into the tech, and are really cool people. They are very knowledgeable about different topics. Intelligent people.

The Model S, I've seen this thing blow Camaro SS, Mustangs, and hooked up muscle cars, at stop lights.
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: El Diablo Blanco on April 17, 2014, 01:10:42 PM
similar

(http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/01/jaguar_xkr_2010_opt_18_opt.jpg)

out of business
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: anabolichalo on April 17, 2014, 01:11:18 PM
out of business
because you bitches cant afford it  :-\
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: Parker on April 17, 2014, 01:24:16 PM
similar

(http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/01/jaguar_xkr_2010_opt_18_opt.jpg)
Model S is a four 4. The Jag XK is a two door GT, which has been discontinued. The F-type is selling well. And replaces that. The Jag XK will come back better.
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: Novena on April 17, 2014, 06:01:55 PM
Very cool car. Running about $90k right now. They are coming out with a smaller SUV next year. Very little to go wrong with these autos. Battery runs about 300 miles. There are free Tesla charging stations all over the US. It takes about 20 mins to get another full charge. So the worst case on long trips is you take a 20 minute break every 4 1/2-5 hours. Extremely comfortable car. Horsepower rating ranges from 302 to 416. Not bad for an electric car. I am sure several Getbiggers already have 2-3 in their garage.  ;)

Paul Mutolo, of Cornell University’s Energy Materials Center, says that it has a range of only 141 miles. That's with no heat or air conditioning on, and driving slow.
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: The_Punisher on April 17, 2014, 06:52:13 PM
Teslas are setting drivers ablazed everywhere

Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: THE ARS on April 17, 2014, 06:57:40 PM
Very little to go wrong with these autos.

If you say so.

(http://i2.cdn.turner.com/money/dam/assets/131002170936-tesla-model-s-fire-620xa.png)
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: The Abdominal Snoman on April 17, 2014, 07:03:11 PM
What do the batteries cost and how long do they last?
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: ProudVirgin69 on April 17, 2014, 07:08:40 PM
It's a great concept, but it's always risky to be an early adopter while they're still getting the kinks out.
Give it another 5-10 years I'd say
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: gym**rat on April 17, 2014, 09:46:05 PM
If you say so.

(http://i2.cdn.turner.com/money/dam/assets/131002170936-tesla-model-s-fire-620xa.png)

Great point, especially since a gasoline fueled vehicle has never caught fire.  ::)
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: Skylge on April 19, 2014, 01:26:23 PM
If you say so.

(http://i2.cdn.turner.com/money/dam/assets/131002170936-tesla-model-s-fire-620xa.png)

Yeah, much safer to buy a Porsche:

http://www.money.cnn.com/2014/03/18/autos/porsche-911-gt3-engine-replace/


(Not the first time 911's got fire problems....)




Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: Skylge on April 19, 2014, 01:28:07 PM
What do the batteries cost and how long do they last?

Tesla gives an 8 year guarantee with unlimited mileage on the batterie, so no worries there imo
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: Skylge on April 19, 2014, 01:41:41 PM
Ive checked them out as well, those things are awesome. You cant even tell the car is on csuse it is TOTALLY SILENT. The looks ergonomics and performance are all top notch.if i had the money id get onehave 3 in my garage already

Great car and supreme achievement by Tesla, but still some improvements to be made: bigger and taller seatbacks and headrests for example. And a safer barrier between the rear cargo space and the passenger compartment.
Title: Re: Just checked out a Tesla auto this past weekend.
Post by: Skylge on April 19, 2014, 05:16:06 PM
Paul Mutolo, of Cornell University’s Energy Materials Center, says that it has a range of only 141 miles. That's with no heat or air conditioning on, and driving slow.


Real world test of British magazine Autocar says 260 miles: test of the Tesla Model S vs an Aston Martin Rapide:


www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUW0l7bZn1s


(In Holland Tesla has sold more than 1000 Model S cars so far, I know, small country and mostly flat, but still, fabulous to see so many of them around!)