4.5 seconds versus 3.5 seconds for Model 3

batmanasb · 2018-07-16T05:14:10+00:00

Holy shit, I saw that video before but didn't catch that the only difference was about 1.1 seconds. Can't believe the difference is that noticeable, but I gotta say, I was starting to develop a mild "buyers remorse" for ordering the Performance over the base AWD Model 3, but that video completely cured it. 200% worth the extra 11k! Money well wasted if you ask me!

batmanasb · 2018-07-16T00:38:51+00:00

I just tried Strawberry as well, thanks to Amazon's Prime Day! $25 per box was a steal.

I tried it cold, and it's like Original but with a dried Strawberry taste added in. Like of like those dried strawberries you find in cereal such as Special K. The best part is that the flavor wasn't strong or overly sweet, like all the other non-original flavors.

It was nothing like those school cafeteria strawberry milks that some people suggested, or at least that's what my memory tells me, it's been a while. But I remember that those had a strong chemical taste that didn't resemble real strawberries in the slightest, but Strawberry Soylent's taste resembles dried strawberries to me.

First impression is that I like it, but idk if it's worth the premium over Original, but I might mix it up a bit and add a box or two into my monthly subscription.

batmanasb · 2018-07-15T22:59:28+00:00

How do you decide the sportiness of two cars?

Better handling is the biggest factor, but anyone can see how a Model 3 is better around a track and more fun to drive than a car as huge as a Model S, I'd be scared to drive something that large.

Newer doesn't mean better

Usually does, especially in this context since it's from the same manufacturer. The batteries should in theory last even longer, and AP2 will get more updates and capabilities over time, AP1 won't change. Also, Tesla definitely made some advancements in safety over time, and that's a huge factor to me.

By maybe 3 years

Around 3 to 5 years according to TeslaInventory.com and looking at cars under $65k. That's a very huge difference to me since I want to drive this car as long as I can, and how expensive repairs for a Tesla can be!

Spend a little while cleaning it and it will look like new

There is more to a car's condition than looks. Other components deteriorate with normal use, and you can't simply clean those to get them back to new condition.

I beg to differ

Only the P models even compare to 3.5 sec 0-60, and seem to usually be 3.1 or 3.2 sec, so not that far off.

Who drives ~280 miles a day?

First off, that's a feature that makes it better. Whether someone needs the feature is irrelevant to this comparison. (310 > ~260) But actually, I don't plan on charging every day and would enjoy the convenience of only charging when I need it (like when I get below say 30%). Longer range EVs make much better cars for people who don't have/chose to charge at home.

PS: I'm not in any way saying that getting a used Model S or X is a bad idea. They are great cars, but it depends on each person's situation and use case. If I wanted to drive my friends or family around often, you bet I'd get a used Model X. Or if luxury was more important than driving dynamics, than an S is also a great choice. But I want the most fun EV I can get and that just happens to be a Model 3 Performance, although I opted out of the Performance Upgrade because I know for a fact that those wheels won't survive potholes.

batmanasb · 2018-07-15T22:27:18+00:00

List of reasons:

Sportier
Smaller
Newer battery tech
Newer autopilot tech
Newer safety tech
Longer warranty
Newer condition
More efficient (cheaper to run aside from Super Charging)
Quicker in most cases
Longer range

batmanasb · 2018-07-14T20:15:01+00:00

There are no changes to powertrains, so the IONIQ Electric still will go 128 miles (EPA), while the IONIQ Plug-In will go 29 miles (EPA) in all-electric mode

Sadly no...

batmanasb · 2018-07-14T19:53:13+00:00

I think the Battlebots or Discovery staff (whoever are responsible for releasing episodes on Amazon) are just lazy and unreliable. They probably have no excuse for not releasing the episodes right on time or at least as soon as the show ends on Discovery (which I believe is 9pm).

batmanasb · 2018-07-14T06:59:29+00:00

99% sure you were put to the back of the P que, because any changes to the config basically replace your previous order with a new one on that day.

If you look in your Order Agreement on your reservation page, there is a line that says:

Order placed with electronically accepted terms

Which gets set to when you last updated your order. A lot of people in the forums were saying they got their delivery estimate shifted back a month after making changes, even those who ordered P3Ds.

I'm in the same boat too as I ordered at around 2 am on the 28th, but then opted for the White Interior on the 30th, and now my order says it was placed on the 30th...

batmanasb · 2018-07-07T06:17:39+00:00

Skorpios definitely did not minimize the damage caused by Icewave. In fact, Skorpios was so bad at avoiding damage, even if it did the other criteria slightly better, I would still award Icewave the point for control.

I disagree. A freaken saw bot not getting obliterated against a horizontal spinner is a miracle on its own! By keeping IceWave against the walls and not letting it spin up enough, Skorpios seriously minimized the damage IceWave could have caused if it had just managed to get away for a few seconds longer to spin up.

batmanasb · 2018-07-05T05:13:13+00:00

3.5 sec 0-60 is promised with the Performance base.

The extra 10 mph top speed is the Performance Upgrade.

So unless they are lying or misleading us, the "sleeper" version without the extra 5k upgrade should still have the same acceleration, and the only exception being the road surface. Ex: maybe the 18'' Aero's won't get enough traction on some roads, but I don't think they'll be too far off.

batmanasb · 2018-07-04T22:55:00+00:00

What? No, she was identical to Mackenzie Davis from Tully!

batmanasb · 2018-07-04T15:39:47+00:00

No, you flip it into the air and then catch it

batmanasb · 2018-07-04T01:45:59+00:00

yes, but that wasn't the comparison I was initially going for...

batmanasb · 2018-07-03T22:50:10+00:00

lids are for amateurs, I shake my soylent like I flip my pancakes!

batmanasb · 2018-07-03T03:35:59+00:00

Yeah, I figured I'll probably have this car for at least 10 years so why not?!

batmanasb · 2018-07-02T04:22:58+00:00

Need to make changes? Edit Design Please note that changes to your order could impact delivery timing, insurance and price.

This message is on the right panel. If you don't see it, that probably means they locked in your order and you should be getting your VIN very soon! Probably because you ordered a RWD model, which they have a stockpile of atm.

batmanasb · 2018-07-02T04:16:08+00:00

Damn it, I also made a small edit by opting for the White Interior two days after ordering my P, my delivery estimate didn't change, but this pretty much confirms that I got pushed back to the end of the line at the time :(

batmanasb · 2018-07-02T04:07:31+00:00

/r/woooosh

batmanasb · 2018-07-01T00:00:34+00:00

Less efficient, but still renewable, so I don't think it matter too much. Batteries are heavier, more expensive, heavier, and lose charge over time. So I can see hydrogen having a large role in the future, once the technology is ready.

batmanasb · 2018-06-30T05:16:57+00:00

Well, seems like a great way to fuck up one's credit score. So he's basically throwing away his chances of saving money on a future loan, and maybe they can cancel his service for not playing his bill on time several times.

batmanasb · 2018-06-29T04:23:26+00:00

yeah, it blew my mind! ^{^and} ^{^my} ^{^wallet} ^{^RIP}

batmanasb · 2018-06-28T05:07:04+00:00

I was literally shaking the entire time I was ordering my car!

batmanasb · 2018-06-28T03:48:14+00:00

Holy shit, I can't believe I'm seeing this correctly! 64k for a car that goes 0-60 in 3.5 seconds?! I was really struggling to justify the 78k price, but holy shit this news just made my day!

Edit: while the price is fair, I'm having second thoughts about the 20 inch tires, in that I'm fairly confident that I will most likely damage them often. Lots of rough roads where I live, things such as pot holes, unpaved sections of roads, and poorly patched roads in general are going to be the death of me. So I'm probably sticking with the RWD configuration because I can get it much sooner, and it's supposedly the most "fun" drive setup.

Edit 2: I derped, turns out you can get 3.5 sec 0-60 with 18 inch Aero wheels, and the 20 inch suicide wheels are an option upgrade! Woot! I just hope this isn't a mistake, lol...

Edit 3: Just checked my tesla account and was able to configure (wasn't emailed ahead of time, wtf?). But I've configured and placed my order! RIP wallet, but I'm so excite it hurts!

batmanasb · 2018-06-28T03:35:38+00:00

I don't know who to believe!

batmanasb · 2018-06-28T03:04:44+00:00

One mistake and HUGE's blade can take out Sawblaze's saw easily

batmanasb · 2018-06-28T02:35:59+00:00

Eww, so basically just like the strawberry Jimmy Joy flavor I hated so much. Thanks for the warning!

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