Tesla Buying Options
Discussion
I'm looking at getting a MY long range dual motor, as I currently have a 2008 BMW E60 520d. My reasons for wanting to change are I need something more reliable hence wanting something newer, I'm keen to get into an EV as it will just be a daily as I have my E46 M3 for when I need something interesting to drive. The reason for the MY is I like the idea of the space, and the mrs wants something a bit higher up. While my E60 is still going strong on 150,000 miles it's getting to the age where something constantly needs replacing and as I say I just need something reliable.
There are a few options I have, so looking for any opinions or experiences if you've done the same.
- I have the salary sacrifice through work - everything covered at around £500 with a 16 week wait - likely longer as they get their cars direct from Tesla upon ordering.
- Tesla direct order - wait is looking like feb-march 27.
- Buy Tesla approved used - prices seem to be higher over other used but you do get the 1 year extra warranty.
- Octopus do a scheme where they sell off their previously leased cars, comes with insurance/ home charger etc.
- buying used - I'd be looking to spend around £25k and would like less than 40,000 miles. It's also very hard to know what's a good one as I'd want one in grey with black interior and there's plenty to choose from. Not really like a normal search for a car where options/ specs massively come into it lol. So is there anything I need to be looking for?
I've always purchased cars outright which is what makes be dubious about leasing as it just seems mad to spend that amount of money over 3 years and have nothing at the end of it. But I do get the hassle free driving and everything being included. Plus with salary sacrifice the tax benefits as I do currently pay 40% tax.
I'm not a fan of the wait times as personally I just hate waiting for things!!
But is buying a used MY sensible, due to potential depreciation and if anything goes wrong it's big money.
Any advice will be helpful as I'm torn. Realistically the only other EV I may be interested in is some form of BMW or a polestar - but they both seem more expensive - especially leasing than a Tesla. Haven't massively looked into buying private.
Thanks in advance.
There are a few options I have, so looking for any opinions or experiences if you've done the same.
- I have the salary sacrifice through work - everything covered at around £500 with a 16 week wait - likely longer as they get their cars direct from Tesla upon ordering.
- Tesla direct order - wait is looking like feb-march 27.
- Buy Tesla approved used - prices seem to be higher over other used but you do get the 1 year extra warranty.
- Octopus do a scheme where they sell off their previously leased cars, comes with insurance/ home charger etc.
- buying used - I'd be looking to spend around £25k and would like less than 40,000 miles. It's also very hard to know what's a good one as I'd want one in grey with black interior and there's plenty to choose from. Not really like a normal search for a car where options/ specs massively come into it lol. So is there anything I need to be looking for?
I've always purchased cars outright which is what makes be dubious about leasing as it just seems mad to spend that amount of money over 3 years and have nothing at the end of it. But I do get the hassle free driving and everything being included. Plus with salary sacrifice the tax benefits as I do currently pay 40% tax.
I'm not a fan of the wait times as personally I just hate waiting for things!!
But is buying a used MY sensible, due to potential depreciation and if anything goes wrong it's big money.
Any advice will be helpful as I'm torn. Realistically the only other EV I may be interested in is some form of BMW or a polestar - but they both seem more expensive - especially leasing than a Tesla. Haven't massively looked into buying private.
Thanks in advance.
Edited by Brad Smith on Saturday 24th October 15:58
I bought a Tesla approved used, but would lease from them if getting another one.
Tesla subsidises their leases, so the costs are less than private lease companies - with the current deals I could have leased a brand new car for the same as just the monthly depreciation on my 4 year old one.
I also wouldn't have one without a tesla warranty due to the potential large costs (excluding the motor and battery pack which have longer coverage)
Tesla subsidises their leases, so the costs are less than private lease companies - with the current deals I could have leased a brand new car for the same as just the monthly depreciation on my 4 year old one.
I also wouldn't have one without a tesla warranty due to the potential large costs (excluding the motor and battery pack which have longer coverage)
Brad Smith said:
I'm looking at getting a MY long range dual motor, as I currently have a 2008 BMW E60 520d. My reasons for wanting to change are I need something more reliable hence wanting something newer, I'm keen to get into an EV as it will just be a daily as I have my E46 M3 for when I need something interesting to drive. The reason for the MY is I like the idea of the space, and the mrs wants something a bit higher up. While my E60 is still going strong on 150,000 miles it's getting to the age where something constantly needs replacing and as I say I just need something reliable.
There are a few options I have, so looking for any opinions or experiences if you've done the same.
- I have the salary sacrifice through work - everything covered at around £500 with a 16 week wait - likely longer as they get their cars direct from Tesla upon ordering.
- Tesla direct order - wait is looking like feb-march 27.
- Buy Tesla approved used - prices seem to be higher over other used but you do get the 1 year extra warranty.
- Octopus do a scheme where they sell off their previously leased cars, comes with insurance/ home charger etc.
- buying used - I'd be looking to spend around £25k and would like less than 40,000 miles. It's also very hard to know what's a good one as I'd want one in grey with black interior and there's plenty to choose from. Not really like a normal search for a car where options/ specs massively come into it lol. So is there anything I need to be looking for?
I've always purchased cars outright which is what makes be dubious about leasing as it just seems mad to spend that amount of money over 3 years and have nothing at the end of it. But I do get the hassle free driving and everything being included. Plus with salary sacrifice the tax benefits as I do currently pay 40% tax.
I'm not a fan of the wait times as personally I just hate waiting for things!!
But is buying a used MY sensible, due to potential depreciation and if anything goes wrong it's big money.
Any advice will be helpful as I'm torn. Realistically the only other EV I may be interested in is some form of BMW or a polestar - but they both seem more expensive - especially leasing than a Tesla. Haven't massively looked into buying private.
Thanks in advance.
My best advice would be to get a "Juniper" (refreshed) Model Y it it's at all in the budget.There are a few options I have, so looking for any opinions or experiences if you've done the same.
- I have the salary sacrifice through work - everything covered at around £500 with a 16 week wait - likely longer as they get their cars direct from Tesla upon ordering.
- Tesla direct order - wait is looking like feb-march 27.
- Buy Tesla approved used - prices seem to be higher over other used but you do get the 1 year extra warranty.
- Octopus do a scheme where they sell off their previously leased cars, comes with insurance/ home charger etc.
- buying used - I'd be looking to spend around £25k and would like less than 40,000 miles. It's also very hard to know what's a good one as I'd want one in grey with black interior and there's plenty to choose from. Not really like a normal search for a car where options/ specs massively come into it lol. So is there anything I need to be looking for?
I've always purchased cars outright which is what makes be dubious about leasing as it just seems mad to spend that amount of money over 3 years and have nothing at the end of it. But I do get the hassle free driving and everything being included. Plus with salary sacrifice the tax benefits as I do currently pay 40% tax.
I'm not a fan of the wait times as personally I just hate waiting for things!!
But is buying a used MY sensible, due to potential depreciation and if anything goes wrong it's big money.
Any advice will be helpful as I'm torn. Realistically the only other EV I may be interested in is some form of BMW or a polestar - but they both seem more expensive - especially leasing than a Tesla. Haven't massively looked into buying private.
Thanks in advance.
Edited by Brad Smith on Saturday 24th October 15:58
Front view is the easiest way to tell them apart (Juniper on the right):
Whataguy said:
I bought a Tesla approved used, but would lease from them if getting another one.
Tesla subsidises their leases, so the costs are less than private lease companies - with the current deals I could have leased a brand new car for the same as just the monthly depreciation on my 4 year old one.
I also wouldn't have one without a tesla warranty due to the potential large costs (excluding the motor and battery pack which have longer coverage)
Same here. Bought a 2 year old Model Y and the depreciation has been fairly severe. I'm just going to rinse and repeat, have ordered a Juniper and will renew that when the PCH is up. For me, it's not worth running a used Model to save a few ££ a monthTesla subsidises their leases, so the costs are less than private lease companies - with the current deals I could have leased a brand new car for the same as just the monthly depreciation on my 4 year old one.
I also wouldn't have one without a tesla warranty due to the potential large costs (excluding the motor and battery pack which have longer coverage)
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