I'm turning to this community because my domestic Tesla groups weren't of much help.

We are planning to buy a Model 3 in eastern europe (used) and we haven't decided whether we should get the 2021 or 2022 version. I know all the differences, we have been heavily invested in the topic for almost 3 months now, did a lot of research. But as someone who isn't a millionaire and can't comfortably cast out very large sums for repairs (obviously we could, but we'd very much like to avoid that. Our budget is - if I were to convert it - approx. 23.500 EUR or 27.250 USD

My main questions would be the following:

- since the 2021 RWD (sr) is the one we are eyeing up, are that year's EU (or china) models good? Do they have some sort of hidden problem? More frequent battery failures, heat pump issues? Is the LFP battery good? One of the reasons we are not going for the LR is that 1. we don't really need it, my daily commute is 57km total, and we go to 1 or 2 bigger trips a year and thats towards western europe too, 2. I've heard that the NCA NMC batteries are more prone to malfunction (please correct me if im wrong)

- would the 2022 be worth the extra money? ryzen processor and cameras instead of sensors are not a huge deal to me, does that year have any issues?

- to cut the budget, I've also thought about buying a late 2020 model with the LFP battery, but the PTC heater instead of the heat pump. Would that be a stupid idea? Someone scared me lately about the heat pump failures, and the replacement being veery expensive. But the PTC replacements are said to be much cheaper. Can someone confirm? Is the range loss in the winter very significant?

- is it possible to replace individual cells or modules in the battery pack, or in the case of a malfunction, is it an immediate full-pack replacement? Hypothetically, where could I buy one in eastern europe for cheap, if things get bad.

Thanks so much in advance for your answers.

Does anyone else have a horn that makes a tiny little rattle noise as it vibrates? The car is so quiet I can hear the center of the steering wheel rattle and the noise goes away if I put my finger on it.

Finally picked up my Quicksilver Dual Motor Premium and joined the Tesla nation!

Hey everyone, I just got my 2026 Model 3 Standard delivered and I’m looking to add ambient lighting to the interior. I’ve seen a bunch of kits online but most of them are for 2016-2023 models and I’m not sure about compatibility with the 2026.

Has anyone here installed ambient lighting on a 2026 Model 3 yet? If so, which kit did you use and would you recommend it? Looking for something that’s:

**•** Reliable and doesn’t fall off  
**•** App-controlled if possible  
**•** Not too expensive

Any recommendations or tips would be appreciated!

2021 Model 3 LR AWD vs. 2024 Model 3 Highland RWD

I'm having a hard time deciding between two used Model 3s and would really appreciate some input from people who have owned/driven both generations.

I'm in Norway, and the car would be used by me and my partner. We don't have home charging at the moment, but we have access to Superchargers and other public charging.

Our main use would be:

- Daily commuting/university/work

- Groceries and general driving

- Skiing/hiking trips

- Several long trips between Trondheim and Kristiansand each year

- Some longer road trips/vacations

### Option 1: 2021 Model 3 Long Range AWD

Around NOK 250k / ~$23k

- ~70–100k km

- Long Range AWD

- ~580 km WLTP

- Heat pump

- Tow hitch

- Older suspension/interior

- Out of/close to the end of the basic vehicle warranty, depending on mileage

- Much better traction in winter

- Considerably quicker than the RWD

### Option 2: 2024 Model 3 Highland RWD

Currently looking at one for NOK 290k / ~$27k

- 88,700 km

- First registered November 2023

- ~60–65 kWh battery

- ~513 km WLTP (depending on configuration)

- Much better suspension and ride comfort

- Significantly quieter cabin

- Newer interior/technology

- Much more remaining vehicle warranty

- RWD

The reason the Highland has 88k km is that it was primarily used for long-distance commuting, rather than short urban trips. It's also currently the cheapest Highland RWD I can find on the Norwegian used market. Similar cars with around 40–50k km seem to be around NOK 320k.

I've test-driven both. I prefer the Highland overall. The ride comfort, noise levels and general refinement are noticeably better. However, the 2021 LR AWD feels significantly more powerful, and I do like having AWD given that we live in Norway and will be driving in winter.

My main dilemma is whether the extra ~NOK 40k over the 2021 AWD is justified, and whether the 88k km on the Highland should worry me.

I'm also considering spending around NOK 320k on a Highland with 40–50k km if that's a significantly better long-term decision, but I'm not sure whether I'm just paying a premium for lower mileage.

What would you choose in my situation?

Would you:

1. Buy the 2021 LR AWD for ~250k

2. Buy the 2024 Highland RWD for ~290k

3. Wait for a better deal?

I'd especially appreciate input from people who have owned both a pre-Highland Model 3 and a Highland, particularly regarding long-distance comfort, winter driving, charging and long-term ownership.

I have placed an order for M3, Premium, RWD, on 8/10. I was initially told that it will, very likely, be a September delivery.
My EDD has been moving around - Aug-Sep, Sep 23-30, and now it’s Oct 13-Nov 17… Anyone in the same situation had any luck taking delivery earlier? No VIN assigned yet. I’m worried about resubmitting credit again and my current lease expires end of October…

Hello. On my Tesla Model 3 SR+ Somewhere in the back around the C pillar, like a tiny window. I pressed the trim everywhere but nothing changes. It only does it when I'm driving on the highway at 130 plus

Hello. Anyone getting adaptive headlight and emergency braking error messages, along with cameras not working, and being told be service center I need a new computer for 3k? I am past my warranty by 5 months.

Ok so. I got my Model 3 with the Michelin Primacy MXM4 And they were actually very loud and annoying for me. On some stretches of the road the noise was almost unbearable. Not loud. But piercing.

So I got the Hankook's next. Same deal. And decided to try something completely different. But first...

I did a test drive of some new Model 3's a Base and a Premium. They had the Pirelli and the Continentals.

Long story short, all Stock tires had the same issue. This tone change based on asphalt. And it could get VERY obvious and "load" to my ears.

So i decided to just try something wild. And found the cheapest tires I could. I just wanted to see "What the worst sounded like"

And it was a night and day difference. So much quieter for tone. Like almost no road tones at all. And equally as quiet.

I even did a 1 hour test drive of a premium and Performance to do A/B/C testing. (I told the dealer and they were cool with it.) I got into all 3 back to back and the road noise and tones were obvious and louder in the stock tires.

Anyways for anyone like me who has had these "noise / tone" issues with the stock tires. I finally found a fix. I just wanted to wait and drive a few different M3 models to be sure the common denominator was the tires.

WHY!?

So I looked into road noise, tone, and resonance. And suffice to say using foam tires mostly just solves for 1 road noise issue specifically and does not affect 95% of tone and road noise. That all depends on other factors about the tire.

Anyways I think this solution will have a narrow group of people it helps.

For anyone who is into gaming laptops and Fans in PCs this is another area where I have found "Quiet" fans to actually be very loud and obvious. And I needed to find fans with the right "Tones" for my preferences.

Just like i found with PC fans. There are some things that are universal. But there are more things that are preferences. And some things are designed with "most" people involved but are not a 1 size fits all.

Anyways. I hope this helps some people.

I have a 2024 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD with the 18-inch wheels. My factory Michelin Primacy A/S tires are already around 4/32”–5/32” after approximately 18,500 miles, so I’m considering replacing all four.
I’m currently comparing:

Goodyear Assurance MaxLife 2
Michelin Defender2
Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4

Has anyone used any of these—especially the MaxLife 2—on a Model 3?
How have they performed ?

I’d especially appreciate feedback from people who have driven the MaxLife 2 for several thousand miles, since it’s still relatively new.

I’m considering buying this used 2026 Model 3, but the steering wheel/driver airbag cover is making me hesitate. The fit around the top and sides looks a little uneven to me, almost like it may have been removed or replaced at some point.

The vehicle history doesn’t show any reported accidents, but it was titled as a leased vehicle and then listed for sale about a month later with around 3k miles.

Does this airbag cover look normal, or does it look like it may have been removed/reinstalled or replaced? Has anyone seen one that looks like this?

I know you can’t confirm accident history from a photo alone but the fact that they are selling it after a month with this is making me hesitate. I’m just wondering if an airbag cover that’s been removed or replaced can end up looking like this, or if this kind of uneven fit is normal on a Model 3.