WE CRASHED OUR BRAND NEW TESLA & YOU WON'T BELIEVE HOW MUCH IT WILL COST TO FIX! THRIFTY 3 EP. 5

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In this episode of TFLcar's Thrifty 3 series, the team details the unfortunate accident involving their new Tesla Model 3 and the subsequent repair process. The reviewer highlights the significant cost and lengthy timeline associated with fixing the vehicle after a minor collision with a garage wall, estimating an initial repair bill of $6,193.73 for visible damage, with potential for much higher costs once hidden damage is assessed. A key takeaway is the difficulty in finding Tesla-approved body shops, especially outside major metropolitan areas, and the complexities of navigating insurance claims with these specialized repair networks. The video also touches upon the Model 3's all-wheel-drive system's performance in slip tests, finding it capable but with a seemingly rear-biased operation. Despite the repair woes, the reviewer expresses a continued commitment to documenting the ownership experience of a damaged Tesla.