TESLA REPAIR HELL IS A THING AS WE FIND OUT FROM THIS TESLA OWNER - THRIFTY 3 EP.12

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This episode of Thrifty 3 features Max, a Tesla Model 3 owner, sharing his 10-month ownership experience. While praising the car's performance, acceleration, and daily drivability, Max highlights significant drawbacks in Tesla's service and repair network. He recounts lengthy waits for minor parts like a lug nut and a bent wheel, and a critical failure of his front motor shortly after delivery, which was surprisingly fixed in 30 minutes. The owner also experienced issues with Tesla's delivery process and customer communication, describing it as more akin to buying a computer than a premium vehicle. Despite these frustrations, Max still recommends the Model 3 with a strong caveat: potential buyers must be prepared for a more involved and potentially lengthy repair process for even small issues. The video also touches on the Model 3 Performance's specific configuration, noting it's software-enhanced rather than hardware-focused compared to newer models, and discusses real-world range, which drops significantly in winter conditions (around 260 miles from a 300-mile advertised range).