Video Summary
- The Model 3's exterior styling still looks really good.- Biggest paint issue is small chips on the rear passenger side panel.
- PPF protects the paint from rock chips, and has not started to peel.
- The glass roof has held up well, without cracks or chips. It could hold his weight multiple times.
- Curb rash is a problem, but touch-up paint is an easy fix.
- After 150,000 miles the battery health is still at 83% of its original capacity. The range at 100% is 280 miles.
- Lifetime efficiency is 253 Wh/mi, beating EPA estimates.
- The car has very responsive steering and feels light when driving.
- The car has never needed a major urgent repair; only $1,600 in total out-of-pocket expenses spent on repairs after the warranty expired.
- The steering wheel is the only part in the interior that shows wear.
- Sentry Mode is an incredible feature that was given as a software update, as are many features.
- The car is quick and efficient. It has great software with regular software updates, excellent driver-assistance technology.
- Wind noise is noticeable at higher speeds, something fixed on newer models with double-pane acoustic glass.
- Access to the Tesla Supercharger network is a significant benefit.
- $20,000 saved by not buying gas or oil.
