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I’m so excited - first time Tesla owner!

thatonedude115739 | 2026-03-05 19:28 | 246 views

Switching from a 2025 BMW X5 to Tesla lol I’m only 4’11 and a half and realized the other car was too big so keeping it as a family car and getting this for everyday use

Comments (56)
patrolmanEmbiid 2026-03-05 19:30

watch the speed. so easy to fly around in these things. congrats tho!

thatonedude115739 2026-03-05 19:31

I know there’s a lot of threads on this (and I’ll be going through them) but any tips for first time owners????

thatonedude115739 2026-03-05 19:31

Thank you!!!

sm753 2026-03-05 19:36

Hope you ordered your accessories ahead of time. Obviously not mandatory but it's nice to immediately have all weather floormats and matte screen protector ready to go after you pick up your Tesla!

thatonedude115739 2026-03-05 19:37

Yes I did! Those are the 2 things I’ve ordered so far but got them from Amazon instead of Tesla

chadjohnson4 2026-03-05 19:38

yes to both. floor mats are crucial especially up front. Also, this color looks so good on the road.

thatonedude115739 2026-03-05 19:40

Yessss, was debating because of the extra $2K🥴🥴🥴 but had to do it

TheRealKGoogle 2026-03-05 19:46

Lovely colour, amazing cars enjoy it, test drove one little while ago loved it will be my next company car

boka_ko_masu 2026-03-05 19:49

Congratulations! I picked up mine about three weeks ago: '26 M3P White with white interior. I wish I could have a delivery day every day....lol.

Voidfang_Investments 2026-03-05 19:57

Great choice.

Far-Orange-3859 2026-03-05 20:04

Awesome 🏆how did you decide on the color?

thatonedude115739 2026-03-05 20:14

Ive always been an all black exterior person but this color seems so unique and I love that it looks different in different types of light (that’s what I’ve heard lol)

thatonedude115739 2026-03-05 20:15

Oooo bet the all white looks sick

betteroffdyiing 2026-03-05 20:22

Used or new ?

thatonedude115739 2026-03-05 20:22

Brand new

betteroffdyiing 2026-03-05 20:24

Congratulations! Saving one atm. I just don’t know how much to put for down payment. Trying to rack up my credit it was at 720 but out of nowhere dropped. Maybe cuz I spend too much but always pay on time. Anyways I want a new one too but if I can’t then a used one

Seansong82 2026-03-05 20:34

Congrats, it’s 100% a life changing experience. Seriously.

Far-Orange-3859 2026-03-05 20:45

Ah alright. It really looks great. I test drove one last year that had white on black interior. Lovely!! You're gonna love it.

Away-Scar7754 2026-03-05 21:08

Good on you. You will become one of the converted. I did. I’ve had mine since last April. Love, love, love it. https://preview.redd.it/kp88pyetkang1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ab314e3076ee867a80a16d43e9d2cf54d6732c03

boka_ko_masu 2026-03-05 22:00

It does, especially with a tint on all windows now. Sometimes I do wish I had gone for a Red though. :D

fanstoyou 2026-03-05 22:13

Why so long

thatonedude115739 2026-03-05 22:17

wdym

thatonedude115739 2026-03-05 22:18

what tint percentages did you get?

thatonedude115739 2026-03-05 22:18

Loveee seeing pics of this color!!! What tint percentages did you get (so much sicker with tint)

Away-Scar7754 2026-03-05 22:28

Tint is a must. The greenhouse is just too open without it. 50% on the sides. 70% on the windshield. 35% on the rear to match the roof tint. All ceramic tint for heat rejection and UV protection. BTW, the windscreen tint is illegal in my state but I really does help and worth the risk. 70% is no issue with visibility

boka_ko_masu 2026-03-05 22:30

25%

Ok_Childhood_9694 2026-03-05 22:38

Congratulations!

onlytony441 2026-03-05 22:45

You got my fav color

Duh_Vaping 2026-03-05 23:40

Sweet! Congrats!!

rarora1247 2026-03-05 23:49

https://preview.redd.it/lf851p2edbng1.jpeg?width=3909&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1a1535e607b55d274a5f58de02d28297172a5d76 Congrats and welcome to Tesla! Beware: you wouldn’t wanna drive your BMW anymore haha

Zealousideal_Pay6444 2026-03-06 00:00

You will be really appreciate the car when WTI is $150 bbl. The overall tech experience is also fabulous.

teeger9 2026-03-06 01:29

Congrats on the vehicle! I would definitely start looking to get all your accessories now that way you can have it by the delivery date. All weather floor mats is a must, mud flaps, extra storage/organizer, EV cable charger. Consider if you want to upgrade to level 2 charging. You’ll need to hire an electrician for that. I recommend getting your windows ceramic tinted and roof top. If you choose not to tint your roof, get a cover because they help.

Ok-Expression-1655 2026-03-06 03:32

Congratulations!! You will absolutely love it. It will be hard to drive the BMW after you experience how quick this car is. Enjoy!

Taylasto 2026-03-06 03:52

Mine is March 13th the wait is killing me. I’ve never had to wait on a car before lol so this is new to me.

choking_ur_girl 2026-03-06 04:40

Congrats!! If you haven't received it yet you can still use someone's link to get 3 months of free fsd. If you need one lmk, I got you 😜

thatonedude115739 2026-03-06 04:48

I used my SIL’s! Thank you thoughhhh

choking_ur_girl 2026-03-06 05:31

Yessir!

wlkngmachine 2026-03-06 09:15

$2k? My floor mats were $50

bj0rnisL 2026-03-06 11:43

Good job man on the color. I have the same model

thatonedude115739 2026-03-06 13:45

$2K for this color, not the mats lol

Status-Platypus-4197 2026-03-06 16:43

https://preview.redd.it/8o8uc09gegng1.jpeg?width=1206&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7a65c64140f29a8c09233ad454bf01d4ec4b5835 Ditto! Congrats man!

Middle_Way246168 2026-03-06 17:32

Welcome to the family!!

wlkngmachine 2026-03-06 23:45

That makes more sense lol, color is badass

thatonedude115739 2026-03-06 23:47

Haha thank you!

alltimehye 2026-03-07 20:16

Great choice! Got mine last week, you’re going to love it! 😁 https://preview.redd.it/6rmeswm3long1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=60a896d2f068de956f25fbfbcbe51b9cdf085fc6

thatonedude115739 2026-03-07 20:16

sickkkkkk

thatonedude115739 2026-03-07 20:17

Twins!

Status-Platypus-4197 2026-03-07 20:30

How you liking it man? I’m over the moon with it!

thatonedude115739 2026-03-07 20:38

You must be in a different time zone, we’re in Texas and still got an hour to go, COUNTING DOWN THE MINUTES😬😬 but love that you’re living it!!

Status-Platypus-4197 2026-03-07 21:23

I’m UK based so had the car for around 7 hours now, you’re going to absolutely love it! Hope everything goes well for you, the service I received over here was awesome and the Tesla staff were great!

thatonedude115739 2026-03-07 22:12

Update guys: went to pickup my Tesla soooo excited but the front sensor was not working (or something happened with it once we accepted delivery) so they said we can’t take it home because they don’t service over the weekend. I’m bummed - not a great experience at all, as a first time owner but I understand things happen. We did get another 3 months of self driving out of it though - anyone had a similar experience when picking up their Tesla?

thatonedude115739 2026-03-07 22:12

Posted an unfortunate update above :( won’t be going home with it today!

SessionNecessary4267 2026-03-09 01:52

do you need the screen protectors you think?

chadjohnson4 2026-03-09 01:52

I like mine, since you’re constantly touching it. And the matte finish is smooth to the touch

Interesting-Coach542 2026-03-10 04:33

Can I ask what you paid for the tint? I’m considering doing it to my Tesla model 3 too

Away-Scar7754 2026-03-10 11:59

$1500 for tint and ceramic coating.

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