Buying new from inventory?

I own two Model Y’s (2023 and 2026). The 2026 was brand new from inventory. I assume it’s just an extra car that got to the service center and wasn’t spoken for, or someone canceled. It certainly doesn’t have any quality issues. I think it was a good choice.

Some inventory cars aren't even built yet, especially if they are "coming soon". Maybe more prevalent if you're close to Fremont or Austin. The store employees can tell you the true status of the car, if it is still in production or if it is sitting on a truck/tesla lot.

They’re usually just cars that they’ve built but weren’t ordered. Some could be rejects. If you’re getting a premium Y, know that the inventory cars are most likely not coming with the black headliner or larger screen which you can now get when ordering one.

FYI - Because it is in inventory, you can see which ones have the black headliner before putting down you deposit. It is not a guessing game, they lottery tell you as you search inventory cars.

I bought new from inventory...it was brand-spanking new, with 6 miles on it. I think it's just the inventory that they build to send to stores to sell when people walk on the lot.

Make sure you get one ther specifically states "dark headliner". It has the newer screen and potentially slightly different hardware. Inventory are just ones they make to sell at the delivery centers. They're not typically "returns".

Just bought a Blue with black headliner and large screen. 5 miles in odometer and drives like a dream

I purchased from inventory and it wasn't even built yet. But arrived a lot faster than ordering.

Bought mine from inventory. No issues.

Usually what the dealer ordered for stock like any new lot.