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Old 12-01-2022, 11:09 AM   #45
L99BEN
 
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Originally Posted by JBones81 View Post
I feel the same way about the model 3 performance. You don't really get bored with it. I think if anyone spent a couple weeks in a Tesla performance model they'd be hooked, or at least would stop trashing EVs
Yeah a lot of ignorant EV hate out there unfortunately. I think part of the problem is the annoying Musk/Tesla culture.
Tesla fit and finish can also be below par for the price point and dealing with Tesla service can be cumbersome which further gives a Tesla a bad rap.

We had a 2019 Tesla 3 Performance for almost 4 years before getting the Plaid. Great little car and never really had any issues with it other than stinky AC and a flat tire that required a tow to Tesla (nail). A Tesla Mobile Service person was able to come to my house and fix the AC.

Every person (including car enthusiasts, "EV haters") that has been in my Tesla M3P and Plaid were thoroughly impressed and surprised.

Ive owned 24 performance cars since I could drive and the Plaid is by far my favorite overall. Truly impressive acceleration from any speed, especially once the battery and drive motors are at an optimal temp. The power is so much fun and never gets old, all while being comfortable, practical and reliable. Not a track car but handling capability and feel are much better than you'd expect for a car this size and weight. Plenty capable for most street driving situations. Brakes are good but get a little sketch at speeds above 130mph. I will be upgrading the brake rotors in the near future.

Best of both worlds to me is a fast and comfortable EV to daily and a performance ICE car for the weekend.

Sorry all for rambling and going a bit off topic
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2023 BMW M4 Competition (daily)
2022 ZLE M6 (weekend toy)
2022 BMW X3m40i

Past:
2022 Tesla S Plaid
2020 Shelby GT500 sold
2019 Hellcat Redeye-traded for new GT500
2019 ZL1 A10 - sold (meh)
2019 Tesla M3P
2016 Hellcat Challenger - A8 sold but never forgotten
2016 Camaro 2SS M6
2014 Mustang GT A6
2012 Mustang GT M6 "brembo" 3.73/FBO
2012 Camaro SS L99 (Wife's)
- slow

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