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I keep hearing about the demise of Tesla due to its inability to deliver the $35k car. Tesla's inability to profitably build Model 3s at the projected base pri
by erikig 7y ago
I keep hearing about the demise of Tesla due to its inability to deliver the $35k car.
Tesla's inability to profitably build Model 3s at the projected base price of $35,000 means that sales volumes will inevitably fall short of projections
The truth is, no one that's buying a Tesla Model 3 cares if it is $35k, $38k or even $40k, The Model 3 is an aspirational purchase. If their dream car of the future isn't available at the $35k price, the Teslarati will pay the extra $3k, $5k or even $7k to get one. This will actually help bouy Tesla's revenue numbers.
- sunstone 7y agoIf you plan on driving a lot of miles the model 3 is close to the lowest total cost of ownership that you can get. Especially if you can get a bit of government subsidy. The Prius might be close as well but if it's a near toss up why not go 100% electric?