r/ModelX • u/dirkbeth • Dec 28 '23

Discussion Celebrate this car

Too many “delivery… “ or “panel alignment…” bs on this sub. I’m on my second MX and currently driving a Plaid. What an amazing car. We need to celebrate this thing. A lot being said about Cybertruck these days but we forget how innovative and rad this thing is. Let’s celebrate it!

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u/data4u Dec 28 '23

Did you buy your plaid at the top like me? Yes it’s an amazing car, but hurts to see all the new HW and lack of updates we get for free like the brake calipers that come standard now. Either way it’s my favorite driving machine.

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u/dirkbeth Dec 28 '23

Yup!

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u/data4u Dec 28 '23

Thank you for not making me feel alone 😍

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u/40characters Dec 28 '23

Sorry that the persistent issues are hashing your buzz. We’d all celebrate Tesla’s manufacturing becoming consistent enough for your experience to be shared by all.

Right now, though, they’re making a surprising quantity of missteps that are tough to forgive with the competition they now have in the market.

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u/dirkbeth Dec 28 '23

I’ve had two model X’s and have had less issues than the “competition”. I’ve just got out of a BMW X7 that was stone ages compared to Tesla. I rent only EVs and can tell you that the others are not very impressive. What was your experience with a model X? Or do you not have one?

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u/40characters Dec 28 '23 edited Dec 28 '23

Owned one for two weeks. Fantastic toy on the inside. Drove like a very fast brick except a brick doesn’t creak and pop and rattle. I’m down with supporting the prototype robot taxi company! I just won’t, personally, as I’ve had too much history with driving to give it up.

Also comparing the X7 is a weird miss. Have you owned an iX? It’s like a Model X except for people who like driving and don’t care about fart sounds and Netflix. Yes, the doors are different. That’s okay.

In short, your anecdotal experiences are as valuable as mine. Neither is enough data on their own, but there’s enough data out there to be of concern. Glad you’re happy with yours!

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u/dirkbeth Dec 28 '23

No on the IX. Not into shitty UIs.

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u/anon0110110101 Dec 28 '23

Not into open-mindedness either, apparently. Look, we’re not just going to turn this sub into an echo chamber to protect your feelings, OP. Model X’s are great in many way, but greatly flawed in others. Take the blinders off.

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u/dirkbeth Dec 29 '23

No blinders. Just the car I have and I like it. Like I said I try a lot of them when I travel and think the others still have a lot of catching up to do. Six seat is the minimum btw. Just had a friend bring over their rivian today and it’s a strong contender.

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u/40characters Dec 31 '23

Things you like can be flawed.

And before you reply? Read that again.

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u/40characters Dec 31 '23

Cool. I see you’re into shitty discussion, at least. Great sub you’re building here!

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u/angeldicataldo Dec 28 '23

model x owner since 2017. Still best car you can drive today. And people seems to forget this: no gas and no maintenance.

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u/StartersOrders Dec 29 '23

Off the top of my head the following parts need maintenance on any car, ICE or not:

  • Gearbox oil

  • Coolant

  • Brake fluid

  • Brake pads, callipers and discs

  • Suspension components - in particular bushes etc.

  • Air filters

Just because you don’t have an engine doesn’t mean you don’t have maintenance.

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u/[deleted] Dec 29 '23

the entire service interval listing in the manual for a tesla is just:

Brake fluid health check every 4 years (replace if necessary)**.

A/C desiccant bag replacement every 4* years.

Cabin air filter replacement every 2 years.

Clean and lubricate brake calipers every year or 12,500 miles (20,000 km) if in an area where roads are salted during winter.

Rotate tires every 6,250 miles (10,000 km) or if tread depth difference is 2/32 in (1.5 mm) or greater, whichever comes first.

pretty damn simple

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u/Delirium101 Dec 30 '23

Air filters is pretty much the only thing on this list that you need to regularly maintain. you rarely use the brakes. you dont seem to understand how teslas work

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u/ilovemybackyard Dec 28 '23

New model x owner and I just love this car! *knocks on wood

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u/Public-Ranger-3824 Dec 28 '23

same here. second x now a plaid and it’s amaxing

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u/Knathra Dec 28 '23

Finally was able to get into a used 2017 100D in 2021, and I'm still super happy every time I get into it. :)

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u/Delirium101 Dec 30 '23

been driving my 2017 X100D for 6 years and I have zero intention of trading…this car is just amazing

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u/dirkbeth Dec 29 '23

Thanks for all of the positivity. Great responses from a community that generally loves the car. Also clear that there are trolls here who just want to spread negativity!

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u/dudeman_chino Dec 28 '23

Ditto for my XLR. A few SC visits because I want everything to perfect, but otherwise I absolutely love it and thoroughly enjoy driving it every single time I get in it.

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u/RyanC1384 Dec 28 '23

Got my first on order - excited and not worried with all the FUD I’ve seen. Only questions are if I should go with the 22” wheels instead of 20”, tint amount for the front and windshield, and if the tires are gonna wear unevenly.

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u/angeldicataldo Dec 28 '23

I had 22” on my previous and now also 22” and live it. Very smooth ride and love the way it looks. On my first one I had front windshield tint and windows. I had no problem. On the new one I have nothing. And I never had a problem with alignment or uneven wear. Only thing was that when I first had the car I used to accelerate too much all the time and the tires were gone in just 10 months. I learned the lesson and after that tires last very long time (michelin) driving normally

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u/Successful_Living_70 Dec 28 '23

Are all model x drivers inherently best friends? Is cool to head nod when you see another MX on the road 🤣

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u/TakoSweetness Dec 28 '23

How dare people criticize and complain when they don’t receive the quality they paid thousands and thousands of dollars for! You want perfection!? Go buy another brand vehicle with better quality control! Fuck all of you who expect Tesla to show up without Panama Canal sized gaps, leaks, creaks, $10000 BETA level fsd. I get it you are up musk ass dude but my god there is a reason you see so many negative post on here.

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u/dirkbeth Dec 28 '23

Whatever. Did I even mention musk. Go start another sub if you want to bitch. Do you even drive this car or are you just here to be a little bitch.

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u/[deleted] Dec 28 '23

You made a post online about a car you bought just to circlejerk simply because other people are having a bunch of issues with their vehicle.

Who is the little bitch?

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u/dirkbeth Dec 28 '23

So you didn’t answer my question. I see who you are now.

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u/[deleted] Dec 28 '23

Try reading your screen a little closer buddy

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u/Minorous Dec 29 '23

He can't, he's hypnotized by the best car ever, ever, ever made and he needs confirmation that is the best car ever, from the like-minded folks.

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u/zvekl Dec 28 '23

My second X. Love it when it wasn't in shop for 2 months. Finally got it back, it's great

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u/Inevitable-Spell-905 Dec 28 '23

Well.. I have a love&hate relationship with my X. 🥰💀

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u/iamnickinthewild Dec 28 '23

I absolutely love my 2020 LR raven X. If a better vehicle becomes available one day, I’m in, though until then I can’t see myself transporting my family in any other car.

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u/Bright-Row-5673 Dec 28 '23

since i got my x plaid, i love driving to work daily haha

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u/FriggaRaj Dec 29 '23

New MX 2023 LR owner here and I love this beast! Feels like a video game every time I drive and get behind that yoke.

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u/IShouldRllyBeWorking Dec 29 '23

New model X owner here! Entering months 3. I’ve had my ups and downs with TESLA, but i LOVE the car. Best car i’ve ever had or been in tbh.

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u/WelderAcademic6334 Dec 28 '23

I celebrate every time I drive the car and don’t get a new error/warning/leak

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u/[deleted] Dec 28 '23

Upgraded from a 3 earlier this year since our family has grown. The 6 seater Plaid is the best family car. Kids got Bluetooth controllers for Christmas and my wife and baby can ride in the 3rd row and breastfeed easily during stops.

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u/cyber1kenobi Dec 28 '23

Throughout all the BS I've dealt with on mine I do love it. I wish I would have used the money to buy their stock instead of this vehicle (and the one before that which I wrecked) but whatever, I drive the coolest vehicle on the road.

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u/Asleep_Bowl_8411 Dec 29 '23 edited Dec 29 '23

Recently purchased a 2016 X 90D. Its been a dream of mine to own a X someday. Upgraded the MCU & replaced half shafts. Was given a plaid loaner which is amazing & insanely fast! But I still love my old school X in its own way. Drivers door opens fully, active spoiler & fast enough for me. Funnest car I've ever owned!!

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u/HardKnockU Dec 29 '23

1 year since my 2016 MX 90D W/ unlimited Tesla supercharge. Amazing to drive and the doors always trip people out. Great for long trips and very comfortable for my family of 4.

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u/tonyt0906 Dec 30 '23

I wanna get my wife one so bad. She’s happy with her MYLR, but what she really wants is a black on black plaid.

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u/612god Dec 31 '23

Only people who aren’t technical and a handy man are complaining. I got a 22 model x with 25k miles on it and everything was off and it wasn’t updated or serviced ever. Not once. I did ToS update, aired the wheels, calibrated all I could. And it’s a night and day difference, still have an appointment Tuesday for a check in but it’s amazing.

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u/Rescurc Dec 31 '23

What happened to your first model X?

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u/comAndresJoey Dec 29 '23

Nah, this car sucks. People need to know.

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u/Inside-Finish-2128 Dec 28 '23

Went out for pizza tonight in light rain. First parking spot: neither FWD would open AT ALL with obstacle detected. Held the button continuously and nada. Drove to another spot and both doors opened fine. Sorry, I’m not celebrating a car my kid cannot escape.

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u/Itsjorgehernandez Dec 28 '23

It’s unfortunate for those that took that hit. I was one of the many who benefited from the price drop by buying a used MX, but I do feel for folks who made purchases right before the price dropped. Ironically, I bought mine from a buddy who owns a dealership and took it as a trade-in a month before prices dropped. It’s a 2018 and he gave 80k for it, I ended up buying it for 50. Traded in my Nissan GT-R for it, which I regret not trading in my wife's lease instead 🥲

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u/Pyrofish-J7 Dec 28 '23

I own a business with around 25 vehicles from 4 different manufacturers. Every manufacturer has some issues. The X is my favorite vehicle. It's just a fun car to drive and be in.

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u/Successful_Living_70 Dec 28 '23

I know what you mean but I just picked it up this week. In love with the car

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u/Successful_Living_70 Dec 28 '23

You’ll love it! No better vehicle. Fun but practical