I bought an Amish horse and buggy with low tech no screens and only 1 horsepower. I upgraded to the fancy bucket for oats and the 2 hand pooper scooper. I feel like I'm on the cutting edge of low tech.
I have a four year old Model 3 Performance. I have not had any issues and it saves me money. The driving is less stressful and no maintenance fees. I was spending $450 per month on gas with my old Acura MDX. Now I charge at home. I was able to buy the car when the prices dropped and also had the tax credit.
Hey Rachel…We too are a Tesla Family. We bought both of our Teslas, Model X and Model S, used!! My husband and I are techies and we absolutely love our purchases. I’m also an apple user, phone, computer, Apple TV, headphone etc, and with any technology there is a possibility for glitches BUT guess what those glitches can and do also happen to mechanical engines. Our cars have saved us a lot of money because along with our electric car, we have solar on our roof. So charging our car is all but free. I am an all cash budgeter and the one envelope you will not find in any of my binders/wallet is tune up/oil change & GAS.
I just love how you're SO down to earth and real; like REAL with people. You speak to the camera like you are speaking to a friend. Feels like you are actually genuine.
Good video! I have a Model 3 - the budget one you describe. Right after buying it, my wife and I drove from one coast of Canada to the other and back. Most fun car I have owned. I've turned into a bit of an evangelist and tell everyone "All those negative things you have heard about range, power, finding chargers etc - none of the negative comments are true". The electric grid will manage just fine by the way - people are not cooking or drying their laundry at 2am when the cars are charging.
I love how you phrased this/ positioned this. It really is all about living a life that YOU love, regardless of what anyone else in your life says or does.
Well she said that it has the yoke steering wheel which means it’s either the Model X Plaid or Model S Plaid which means it’s a little over 100k starting msrp
Right now, my husband and I are saving for an electric vehicle to replace our plug-in hybrid which we love. We have no debt at all. We will put a 220 v charger in our garage.
I'm 79 years old and test drove a Model Y last week. I was really impressed. It's not luxury (like a Lexus) but completely techy. It's the SAME PRICE! Acceleration is addicting. Now I can't make up my mind. I appreciate your candid assessment
RACHEL AND ALL! The electric vehicle tax credit does not work out for everyone. First, if you are self-employed, it cannot be applied to your self-employment tax. In my personal situation, 75-80% of our owed tax is SE tax. So, if we owe $10,000 in tax, we would only get to use $2,000-$2,500 of that electric vehicle credit. Also, the credit is "use it or lose it." If you can't use it in one year, you are out of luck. Finally, if you prepaid your taxes, as most do through the year with their employer, you also won't get the credit because it is NON-REFUNDABLE. You are best to buy early in the year and stop your withholding so you can make sure to be able to use the tax credit. I learned these things from my CPA yesterday. You should probably do a follow-up segment to explain this or you may end up with some very upset followers...!
I've been driving electric only for 11 years, Leaf then model Y, I have been fortunate with no maintenance in those years - except tire rotations & windshield wiper change. Charging at home saves a ton in the long run and is really more convenient. My car was paid off quick by TSLA gains. Under no circumstances would I consider buying a gas car again, If anything being grid independent might be the next thing as costs for power walls come down, to get and use your own power, then no need for power company at all, until then EV electricity costs are negligible compared to what I would have spent on ⛽
I do love my Tesla. All the smoke screens people warn me about are just not my truth- I charge at home, simply plug it in at night and it's fully charged in the am, and once every few months use a Supercharger (always easy) and i've never had a single mechanical problem in four years. I don't try and convince people to buy a BEV, that's a choice i'm not willing to try and force on others but for those of you thinking about it.. I LOVE IT!! (and yes i do really get about 300 miles of range, which takes care of nearly all my driving).
I bought a model Y a year ago when gas prices were really high. I have 2 kids in traveling year round hockey and lacrosse. So I drive a ton. I have saved a ton of money on gas. Plus the kids really enjoy it. I charge at home and even installed solar panels. One of the best purchases I ever made.
Because they are a complete fraud. There is nothing environmentally friendly about them. Also, the human rights issues surrounding the production of some elements of the cars are sickening.
People hate the government forcing them on us. It would be like government mandated iPhones. Sure, they are good phones, but people don't like being forced to do things and like choices
Simple to look into the opposition if don't understand it. There's very little customer service. Did you see the warnings after the FL hurricane not to drive EVs bc they were catching fire after water damage? It's not economical in the slightest, producing them is absolutely horrible for and damaging to the environment it claims to save, and the labor issue around the materials is shameful.
@@EmeryShae Change terrifies some people. Resistance to change tends to be strongest among older and less educated people. That fear of change drives a lot of the irrational hate mongering.
You go girl. Don't worry about what others think. And going off of some if my Lyft passengers, and since you are about money instead of credit cards, please keep into consideration putting cash aside for when the nain battery pack fails. Also, to make the battery pack last longer, you can probably get feedback from other Tesla owners, as well as Google. I admire & respect having the courage to go online. There is a manual release located in front of the door switches. Only the front doors are equipped with the manual release option. I hope this helps you out.
We've owned Teslas for 4-years. Our total wait time for chargers: 0 minutes, 0 seconds. We do 98% of our charging at home- much easier than screwing around with gas stations.
You’re helping transition the world to a sustainable future (and mostly having fun while doing it)! Unfortunate to hear about a few of those issues, however. Hope it’s fine going forward. Should be.
I’m a Toyota girl. Currently driving a 12 year old Prius C. I’m starting to consider my next Toyota. Likely will be a Rav-4. I would park a Tesla anywhere near my house. We’ve had a few catch fire near us. It’s scary.
Girl, enjoy life 🎉... You are well off financially so, splurge some green in things that you really like and enjoy. At the end of the road we take absolutely nothing to the next life. It is good to build some wealth but you can't buy time later in life.
We have free charging stations in town. I guess it takes 4 hours to charge for free. It’d be cool if you lived next to the charging station, but other than that, who would want to wait around for 4 hours?
I live next to a charging station and still wouldn't buy one. At the charging station I always see them and they sound like an old dump truck when they go over bumps.
It can be plugged in to a regular outlet at your house. Some electric companies offer cheaper price for overnight. Tesla super chargers can charge the car up to 80% in about 30 minutes.
home charging is how nearly all current BEV owners charge. plug it in at night, fully charged in the am. I know that doesn't work for everyone but it's the reality today, and it's amazing.
Not a fan. Next door the garage charger blew up. Damaged my home. A few months later, same thing, charger exploded on the other side free semi remodel. No more electric. Went back to gas cars. Electricity costs more than gas.
Yeah, but at that point you essentially have a brand new car for $10k. It would be like replacing your engine, transmission, fuel tank, fuel pumps, and parts of your frame in a normal car
@@morbotheturtle3796 not accurate. Something that drives a transmission is different than a battery. You still need tires, drive train & there are mechanical parts that are the same as a regular car.
I have Rachel's experience. I get strange looks from my relatives, even when they have a laundry list of issues with their gas cars. It almost feels like a political discussion. Own 3 EVs and love it. Best cars ever
Hold up! Since Rachel said she used Apple Pay via the Tesla app to make her purchase, does that mean she paid cash for a brand new vehicle instead of a used vehicle?! Although I believe they also teach you can buy brand new once net worth is over a million and you pay cash. If that's the case, then congrats to Rachel and Winston!
@@reaper-sz5tm gotta remember, just because dad’s a millionaire, doesn’t make her one. (I assume she is). Like when one of my kids asked, “dad, are we rich?”.. nope. “I am, you aren’t”.
@@jonkrispeterson6678 fair enough, I don’t give my kids much ( enough to make sure they are safe) but when I die, I will absolutely leave my estate to them
$7,500 Federal Tax Credit Customers who take delivery of a qualified new Tesla and meet all federal requirements are eligible for a tax credit up to $7,500. Based on new IRS guidance, the $7,500 credit will be reduced for Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive on April 18 to $3,750. Adjusted Gross Income Limitations $300,000 for married couples filing jointly $225,000 for heads of households $150,000 for all other filers
I feel ya Rachel... My co-workers make fun of my car too! At least, until they get in it, and realize my Prius V is spacious, comfortable, quiet, paid for, and and gets 20mpg better than their car. As for Tesla... I kinda need to go more than 200 miles occasionally... so, no!
Bought a used Tesla for $35k a couple years ago, LOVE IT. And as a plus I dont have to worry about the price of gas anymore, and last year I saved $5k in gas. (I drive alot)
She spoke about yoke steering. She must be owing model x or model s which is close to $100k. She is in her 30s and she is in step 7 and bought a 100k car with cash. She is gifted.
One might not like a Tesla, but why would you be so opposed that your kids would be scared to tell you they have one......just odd. Yup, go and live the life you love, within the bounds of reason.
Doesn't matter what she paid. Call a dealer. These electric cars have their place. Warm climate and short commuters. I like the idea but I have no use for one. Minnesota is too cold.
My parents have had EV cars for about a decade. I borrowed a Nissan Leaf from my dad for several months back in 2017 while I was in school and enjoyed it. But have not taken the leap to EV for myself. I have a Kia Niro hybrid because I have a long commute and at the time I bought my car no EV's had the range that I need. But as the range gets longer and more public charging stations become available I think my next car may be an EV.
Dave knew because he has mentioned before he was paying for your car electricity while you were working..he needs to install charging stations at the campus so you can all pay for it and not make the company pay for it..unless everyone at Ramsey Solutions gets a fuel credit...which I doubt.
Ok so you are on baby step 7. You claimed you made $42k per year at age 21. You live in a paid for $5 million dollar house. Winston and you both work for Dave. You didn’t get there without Dave’s help. There was some equity gift earlier in your life. You will never say it but it’s clearly the truth. Be honest about your situation and stop trying to relate to the average working person.
@@michaelc7014 Sure, let me tell you...when someone stalls in the freeway and even in the street, someone could have crashed into her. Especially when the power steering unit is also an electrical unit, no power also means no steering.
Bought a used 2023 tesla model 3 with 5k miles for 32k, -7500 tax refund, which brought it down to 24500… I used to spend 80 - 100usd / week on gas, now just 15-20 / week on electric bill / supercharger… it’s a budget friendly car with feature of some luxury cars or high trim models such as heated seats (all seats including the back seats), heated steering wheels, preheat / precool prior to driving, power seats for both front seats, self driving option, security camera, etc!!! Majority of “maintenance” are just on tire rotation, which costs around 65usd, with a tech coming to your garage 🤷🏻♀️ i dont need to get a faster charger either because my slow charger that comes with the car works just fine, and i just go to a supercharger if it’s not sufficient
Wait for the battery replacement is needed....All of the cost of gas looks better. For instance $50 to fill up the gas tank say 52 weeks a year...all good. BUT when the battery goes out in the Tesla, a LUMP sum of thousands of dollars needed NOW.
Give Dave time, eventually he’ll test drive a Rivian or go for a spin in an electric F-150 and he may sing a different tune. It’s all about the trucks for some folks.
Wait until she has to pay to replace the Battery after roughly 5 years. She has a higher electric bill due to the charging but it is lower than gas prices, but replacing the battery could be 5,000 or higher.
Sorry about your experiences Rachel, for those of us who are car enthusiasts, Tesla is known to actually be one of the least reliable cars. Case in point, in different parts of the world, such as in parts of Asia, Tesla's go for more than half the price compared to the American market. Indicating that they are still profiting at a significant reduction of price. "Quality" and Tesla just really don't go together
if your going to drive your folks crazy, buy yourself a GMC duramax diesel truck. you can pull a freight train, carry sheets of plywood, take it camping, take your 35 foot toy hauler out to the desert and go camp!
For any haters that think owning an electric car is an inconvenience and always break down, then please tell me how convenient owning a gas car is when it comes to fueling up and oil changes and tell me why auto mechanic shops exist if they are so reliable?
With a gas car you know exactly how far you can go before you run out of gas, and you’re able to refuel in minutes. You don’t need to install a charger in your home, you don’t need to wait for a few public charger. When the power goes out for extended periods you can still drive your car (days on end). You can bank fuel for a power outage in Gerry cans which will last indefinitely. A government or company can’t take over your car.
One thing everyone forgets about EV’s is that once the battery stops working (7-10yrs) the entire car is trash.. There is no way to install a new battery. So it’s not any more environmentally friendly since a reliable Toyota or Honda can still be driven for 20-30 years.
I don’t think that a electric vehicle would do very well for me with the weight of the tools and supplies I have to carry. Also, I definitely would not buy a used one only to have to turn around and buy an expensive new battery for the car. It all seems like a great idea for people that already have a gas truck and lots of money to throw around to get an electric car for the savings per mile.
now that Teslas's have been in mass production for more than 12 years they're finding battery degradation on an older tesla is truly minimal- the battery will probably outlast the vast majority of cars on the road. As it relates to your needs, maybe a BEV isn't right for you today. To each their own!
What is the life on those batteries?? Unlike a traditional car that can be serviced for years and years, these EVs have a very expensive component that is guaranteed to fail and need replacing - or you just get another car and this ends up at the junkyard.
This video is a year old, like to hear an update to see if it is still her dream car, but I see she never comments at all in the comment section. Ummm?
The real question I have is , does Ramsey allow you to charge at work ?? Or do you have to provide your own energy to get there , like everyone else ?!
My same thoughts that it's like a spaceship! I dig Teslas as a geek, but it's hard for me to still stomach the price. (I hear your dad's car rants replaying in my head lol ;). I was very reluctant in getting one... But folded after my wife persuaded me (or won that battle lol) to get the Model Y LR in 2021, so I say it's "her car." I thought it would be an interesting experiment, but here we are after two years of ownership... We've certainly had our share of malfunctions (spontaneous reboots while driving, door problem, etc). And I was skeptical about how it would fare on an extended road trip with kids, but we've done a few of them (and we don't mind the charging stops for breaks). Tesla is pretty innovative and in terms of performance it's hard to beat... I just wish they had a level of quality on par with a Camry, Accord, or Civic!
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I bought an Amish horse and buggy with low tech no screens and only 1 horsepower. I upgraded to the fancy bucket for oats and the 2 hand pooper scooper. I feel like I'm on the cutting edge of low tech.
SPOILER: Not once did she mention how much she spent on the Tesla or even which Tesla Model she is owns.
She mentioned the "yoke" so it's got to be an "S" right?
@@pickitupgolf276 I think so. She also mentioned door handles that extend out, so the 3 and the Y are out.
@@pickitupgolf276 or x I think cones with yoke if you want too.
Can’t imagine she would buy a S … gotta be the X with the Falcon doors.
Who cares how much she spent? People buy expensive luxury models all the time. 😂
I have a four year old Model 3 Performance. I have not had any issues and it saves me money. The driving is less stressful and no maintenance fees. I was spending $450 per month on gas with my old Acura MDX. Now I charge at home. I was able to buy the car when the prices dropped and also had the tax credit.
Rachel you and George need to do a tesla segment on your podcast!
Hey Rachel…We too are a Tesla Family. We bought both of our Teslas, Model X and Model S, used!! My husband and I are techies and we absolutely love our purchases. I’m also an apple user, phone, computer, Apple TV, headphone etc, and with any technology there is a possibility for glitches BUT guess what those glitches can and do also happen to mechanical engines. Our cars have saved us a lot of money because along with our electric car, we have solar on our roof. So charging our car is all but free. I am an all cash budgeter and the one envelope you will not find in any of my binders/wallet is tune up/oil change & GAS.
I just love how you're SO down to earth and real; like REAL with people. You speak to the camera like you are speaking to a friend. Feels like you are actually genuine.
Good video! I have a Model 3 - the budget one you describe. Right after buying it, my wife and I drove from one coast of Canada to the other and back. Most fun car I have owned. I've turned into a bit of an evangelist and tell everyone "All those negative things you have heard about range, power, finding chargers etc - none of the negative comments are true". The electric grid will manage just fine by the way - people are not cooking or drying their laundry at 2am when the cars are charging.
I love how you phrased this/ positioned this. It really is all about living a life that YOU love, regardless of what anyone else in your life says or does.
I’m taking Dave’s side and sticking with a Raptor.
King of resale too
I completely understand, not wanting to tell anyone about it. But it happens to all of us, at some point of time.
So how much did you pay? The title is misleading as it was never mentioned how much you actually paid for it.
Well she said that it has the yoke steering wheel which means it’s either the Model X Plaid or Model S Plaid which means it’s a little over 100k starting msrp
@@joelplatt2651 would be nice to actually get told what she paid rather than use a click bait title and waste 10 mins 😂
Any 110k car will have some unusual problems.
@Tavari she said that's an option if you want a budget tesla
Clickbait video, disappointing...
I’m sorry to hear about the reliability problems, I’ve heard that quality control is a major issue with Teslas. I hope they figure it out.
This is why people like you so much Rachel. Vulnerable moments of sharing and being real. Thanks for sharing, you rock!
She is millionaire so she can do it 😅
Right now, my husband and I are saving for an electric vehicle to replace our plug-in hybrid which we love. We have no debt at all. We will put a 220 v charger in our garage.
You may not need 220V if you drive less than 40 miles a day on average
We put a 220v in our garage and it’s great.
Which plug in hybrid do you currently have?
@@morbotheturtle3796 we have a Pacifica plug in hybrid.
@@thedopplereffect00 220V makes life so much easier.. it's worth it if you have a BEV
Love the video Rachel! Please give us an update on how the car is doing these days!
You should buy a Cybertruck or a Rivian truck and really upset your Dad.
Or wake him up.
Cybertruck is vaporware. Rivian is excellent.
Haha this comment is funny. “Look Dad, I got a Rivian. You like?” 😂
Last time he talked about it, he said that they’re cool, he is just scared of them because you cant hear how fast you are going.
I bought a brand new Subaru Crosstrek for $26,000, it has great gas mileage. It’s all wheel drive, I don’t see anything great about electric cars
Same! Love my Crosstrek, reliable and safe. Tesla is for keeping up with your neighbors.
The main thing would be that based on the price of gas vs the price of electricity and added efficiency, an EV essentially gets 100mpg.
Just bought a new model Y for 34k after tax rebates
You built a life you love ❤️ thanks for all your uplifting content!
Thank you for the honesty!
I'm 79 years old and test drove a Model Y last week. I was really impressed. It's not luxury (like a Lexus) but completely techy. It's the SAME PRICE! Acceleration is addicting. Now I can't make up my mind. I appreciate your candid assessment
RACHEL AND ALL! The electric vehicle tax credit does not work out for everyone. First, if you are self-employed, it cannot be applied to your self-employment tax. In my personal situation, 75-80% of our owed tax is SE tax. So, if we owe $10,000 in tax, we would only get to use $2,000-$2,500 of that electric vehicle credit. Also, the credit is "use it or lose it." If you can't use it in one year, you are out of luck. Finally, if you prepaid your taxes, as most do through the year with their employer, you also won't get the credit because it is NON-REFUNDABLE. You are best to buy early in the year and stop your withholding so you can make sure to be able to use the tax credit. I learned these things from my CPA yesterday. You should probably do a follow-up segment to explain this or you may end up with some very upset followers...!
I've been driving electric only for 11 years, Leaf then model Y, I have been fortunate with no maintenance in those years - except tire rotations & windshield wiper change. Charging at home saves a ton in the long run and is really more convenient. My car was paid off quick by TSLA gains. Under no circumstances would I consider buying a gas car again, If anything being grid independent might be the next thing as costs for power walls come down, to get and use your own power, then no need for power company at all, until then EV electricity costs are negligible compared to what I would have spent on ⛽
I love that you are your own person.
I do love my Tesla. All the smoke screens people warn me about are just not my truth- I charge at home, simply plug it in at night and it's fully charged in the am, and once every few months use a Supercharger (always easy) and i've never had a single mechanical problem in four years. I don't try and convince people to buy a BEV, that's a choice i'm not willing to try and force on others but for those of you thinking about it.. I LOVE IT!! (and yes i do really get about 300 miles of range, which takes care of nearly all my driving).
I bought a model Y a year ago when gas prices were really high. I have 2 kids in traveling year round hockey and lacrosse. So I drive a ton. I have saved a ton of money on gas. Plus the kids really enjoy it. I charge at home and even installed solar panels. One of the best purchases I ever made.
You def did not save money buying a Tesla. They are very expensive.
Running it with solar is the way to go. I have the solar now, someday, the Tesla will park there.
Congratulations.
Welcome to the Family
I have 2 a model y 2023 and my boys have a model 3 sr+ 2022.
Safety first.
Basura 😂😂😂
Come to Cars & Coffee to see some REAL whips. 🏎️ 😎
Dave’s Voice - “Now that’s just stooooopiiiiiddd!!! “ 😂😂
I don’t understand why people hate on electric vehicles
Because they are a complete fraud. There is nothing environmentally friendly about them. Also, the human rights issues surrounding the production of some elements of the cars are sickening.
@@EmeryShae Not only that, they catch fire and there's a service monopoly on them, which means you'll be ripped off at the stealership every time.
People hate the government forcing them on us. It would be like government mandated iPhones. Sure, they are good phones, but people don't like being forced to do things and like choices
Simple to look into the opposition if don't understand it. There's very little customer service. Did you see the warnings after the FL hurricane not to drive EVs bc they were catching fire after water damage?
It's not economical in the slightest, producing them is absolutely horrible for and damaging to the environment it claims to save, and the labor issue around the materials is shameful.
@@EmeryShae Change terrifies some people. Resistance to change tends to be strongest among older and less educated people. That fear of change drives a lot of the irrational hate mongering.
6:33 she talks about the cheapest model but never says how much she paid for it.
You go girl. Don't worry about what others think. And going off of some if my Lyft passengers, and since you are about money instead of credit cards, please keep into consideration putting cash aside for when the nain battery pack fails. Also, to make the battery pack last longer, you can probably get feedback from other Tesla owners, as well as Google. I admire & respect having the courage to go online.
There is a manual release located in front of the door switches. Only the front doors are equipped with the manual release option. I hope this helps you out.
I was at a gas station with a charge station it was full with 10 slots and 10-15 people waiting to get charge. Sorry not going to happen with me.
The thing is that you can charge in your garage too. But yeah, the infrastructure has a long way to go
We've owned Teslas for 4-years. Our total wait time for chargers: 0 minutes, 0 seconds. We do 98% of our charging at home- much easier than screwing around with gas stations.
You’re helping transition the world to a sustainable future (and mostly having fun while doing it)! Unfortunate to hear about a few of those issues, however. Hope it’s fine going forward. Should be.
Nothing sustainable about mining lithium. Work in the mining industry.
@@reaper-sz5tm nothing sustainable about our current oil consumption either. A recycling future is part of the equations as well.
It's still 43,000, it isn't a refundable tax credit.
And the credit gets cut in half starting tomorrow.
Clickbait as there is not one mention of how much you spent. Title is literally "What I Actually Spent on My Tesla"
I’m a Toyota girl. Currently driving a 12 year old Prius C. I’m starting to consider my next Toyota. Likely will be a Rav-4. I would park a Tesla anywhere near my house. We’ve had a few catch fire near us. It’s scary.
Girl, enjoy life 🎉... You are well off financially so, splurge some green in things that you really like and enjoy. At the end of the road we take absolutely nothing to the next life. It is good to build some wealth but you can't buy time later in life.
Love your humility, Rachel!
I have no problem with Hybrids, but would never buy a full electric vehicle.
Way to go Rachel !! 😂 I bet your dad has the one liners everytime he sees you in it 😂
We have free charging stations in town. I guess it takes 4 hours to charge for free. It’d be cool if you lived next to the charging station, but other than that, who would want to wait around for 4 hours?
I live next to a charging station and still wouldn't buy one. At the charging station I always see them and they sound like an old dump truck when they go over bumps.
It can be plugged in to a regular outlet at your house. Some electric companies offer cheaper price for overnight. Tesla super chargers can charge the car up to 80% in about 30 minutes.
@@NeverendingBlonde yeah, I’m aware. I just like the idea of free charging. Very enticing, but at least in my town not practical yet.
@@bethanyg153 most charging we find isn’t free. It’s cheaper to charge at home than most of the other charging stations.
home charging is how nearly all current BEV owners charge. plug it in at night, fully charged in the am. I know that doesn't work for everyone but it's the reality today, and it's amazing.
Rachel is always humble.
That’s prob why she didn’t talk about the details of her Tesla.
Not a fan. Next door the garage charger blew up. Damaged my home. A few months later, same thing, charger exploded on the other side free semi remodel.
No more electric. Went back to gas cars.
Electricity costs more than gas.
Wait till you need to replace the battery?!
how much would it cost? and it can be financed im assuming?
@@jeffreynegapatan looking at around 10K and there are 4 batteries in a Tesla. Not sure if they are all the same price.
@@lissetsanchez5316 oh wow didnt know theres 4 batteries
Yeah, but at that point you essentially have a brand new car for $10k. It would be like replacing your engine, transmission, fuel tank, fuel pumps, and parts of your frame in a normal car
@@morbotheturtle3796 not accurate. Something that drives a transmission is different than a battery. You still need tires, drive train & there are mechanical parts that are the same as a regular car.
Bought a Model Y Performance after the price drops in January. Worth every penny.
Model 3 just got cheaper yesterday, $39k - $7500 tax credit
I have Rachel's experience. I get strange looks from my relatives, even when they have a laundry list of issues with their gas cars. It almost feels like a political discussion.
Own 3 EVs and love it. Best cars ever
Hold up! Since Rachel said she used Apple Pay via the Tesla app to make her purchase, does that mean she paid cash for a brand new vehicle instead of a used vehicle?! Although I believe they also teach you can buy brand new once net worth is over a million and you pay cash. If that's the case, then congrats to Rachel and Winston!
🤦♂️
Seriously? She’s been a millionaire for a LONG time. Her dad is worth 600 million.
@@reaper-sz5tm gotta remember, just because dad’s a millionaire, doesn’t make her one. (I assume she is). Like when one of my kids asked, “dad, are we rich?”.. nope. “I am, you aren’t”.
@@jonkrispeterson6678 fair enough, I don’t give my kids much ( enough to make sure they are safe) but when I die, I will absolutely leave my estate to them
@@jonkrispeterson6678she lives in a paid for house worth close to $5 million
Why is the title click bait? It was stated actually spent and that was not provided😒 please don't click bait
Tesla is an expensive toy. No Tesla for me. Thank you for sharing.
A toy is something you keep in your 🧦 drawer.
$7,500 Federal Tax Credit
Customers who take delivery of a qualified new Tesla and meet all federal requirements are eligible for a tax credit up to $7,500. Based on new IRS guidance, the $7,500 credit will be reduced for Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive on April 18 to $3,750.
Adjusted Gross Income Limitations
$300,000 for married couples filing jointly
$225,000 for heads of households
$150,000 for all other filers
I love my Model S; bought used, paid cash and dropped by $400 a month gas bill; added a $100 a month to my electric bill WIN WIN WIN.
I feel ya Rachel... My co-workers make fun of my car too! At least, until they get in it, and realize my Prius V is spacious, comfortable, quiet, paid for, and and gets 20mpg better than their car. As for Tesla... I kinda need to go more than 200 miles occasionally... so, no!
Bought a used Tesla for $35k a couple years ago, LOVE IT. And as a plus I dont have to worry about the price of gas anymore, and last year I saved $5k in gas. (I drive alot)
She spoke about yoke steering. She must be owing model x or model s which is close to $100k. She is in her 30s and she is in step 7 and bought a 100k car with cash. She is gifted.
One might not like a Tesla, but why would you be so opposed that your kids would be scared to tell you they have one......just odd. Yup, go and live the life you love, within the bounds of reason.
Doesn't matter what she paid. Call a dealer. These electric cars have their place. Warm climate and short commuters. I like the idea but I have no use for one. Minnesota is too cold.
Thank you for your honesty
“Everything is computerized”, Tesla can force you to buy another car when they decide to discontinue firmware updates.
Glad you’re talking about this
My parents have had EV cars for about a decade. I borrowed a Nissan Leaf from my dad for several months back in 2017 while I was in school and enjoyed it. But have not taken the leap to EV for myself. I have a Kia Niro hybrid because I have a long commute and at the time I bought my car no EV's had the range that I need. But as the range gets longer and more public charging stations become available I think my next car may be an EV.
Dave knew because he has mentioned before he was paying for your car electricity while you were working..he needs to install charging stations at the campus so you can all pay for it and not make the company pay for it..unless everyone at Ramsey Solutions gets a fuel credit...which I doubt.
Keep up the good work!
Ok so you are on baby step 7. You claimed you made $42k per year at age 21. You live in a paid for $5 million dollar house. Winston and you both work for Dave. You didn’t get there without Dave’s help. There was some equity gift earlier in your life. You will never say it but it’s clearly the truth. Be honest about your situation and stop trying to relate to the average working person.
That's not how tax credits work, btw.
Credits, yes. As long as you owe at least $7500 in taxes, you get $7500 back. Are you confusing credits with deductions?
Sorry I’m sticking with your dad on this one. How disappointed he must be 😂
Love this show!
That is a crazy story!!!! Im glad you are okay.
Why wouldn't she be ok? The car shut off, it's the equivalent of your engine stalling.
@@michaelc7014 Sure, let me tell you...when someone stalls in the freeway and even in the street, someone could have crashed into her. Especially when the power steering unit is also an electrical unit, no power also means no steering.
Yolk steering wheel plaid???
Bought a used 2023 tesla model 3 with 5k miles for 32k, -7500 tax refund, which brought it down to 24500… I used to spend 80 - 100usd / week on gas, now just 15-20 / week on electric bill / supercharger… it’s a budget friendly car with feature of some luxury cars or high trim models such as heated seats (all seats including the back seats), heated steering wheels, preheat / precool prior to driving, power seats for both front seats, self driving option, security camera, etc!!! Majority of “maintenance” are just on tire rotation, which costs around 65usd, with a tech coming to your garage 🤷🏻♀️ i dont need to get a faster charger either because my slow charger that comes with the car works just fine, and i just go to a supercharger if it’s not sufficient
Same at 44 only had 4 vehicles and still own two of them
Love it.. it’s all true..Thanks Again..
I am a TF (Tesla Fanboy) but every once in a while I will watch someone who absolutely does not like Tesla just to keep me in check.
We no longer get a tax break for electric cars. I bought one in 2022 and when I did taxes this year (2023) I could no longer get the tax credit. 😔
The Chevrolet Bolt is a lot cheaper than a Tesla.
And a Toyota Corolla is a lot cheaper than Lamborghini Huracan.
Had my model Y for over a year now...Not looking back. Will never go to a dealer again or buy another gas car........
her: "you want that thing, then you go for it!"
*buys new tesla model 3*
dave: "YOU IDIOT!"
Wait for the battery replacement is needed....All of the cost of gas looks better. For instance $50 to fill up the gas tank say 52 weeks a year...all good. BUT when the battery goes out in the Tesla, a LUMP sum of thousands of dollars needed NOW.
Give Dave time, eventually he’ll test drive a Rivian or go for a spin in an electric F-150 and he may sing a different tune. It’s all about the trucks for some folks.
Wait until she has to pay to replace the Battery after roughly 5 years. She has a higher electric bill due to the charging but it is lower than gas prices, but replacing the battery could be 5,000 or higher.
Don't feel too bad about it, it has happened with regular gas cars too.
Sorry about your experiences Rachel, for those of us who are car enthusiasts, Tesla is known to actually be one of the least reliable cars. Case in point, in different parts of the world, such as in parts of Asia, Tesla's go for more than half the price compared to the American market. Indicating that they are still profiting at a significant reduction of price. "Quality" and Tesla just really don't go together
if your going to drive your folks crazy, buy yourself a GMC duramax diesel truck. you can pull a freight train, carry sheets of plywood, take it camping, take your 35 foot toy hauler out to the desert and go camp!
For any haters that think owning an electric car is an inconvenience and always break down, then please tell me how convenient owning a gas car is when it comes to fueling up and oil changes and tell me why auto mechanic shops exist if they are so reliable?
More convenient than waiting an hour to fill up, an oil change isn't all that inconvenient, and an EV is still going to break down.
With a gas car you know exactly how far you can go before you run out of gas, and you’re able to refuel in minutes. You don’t need to install a charger in your home, you don’t need to wait for a few public charger. When the power goes out for extended periods you can still drive your car (days on end). You can bank fuel for a power outage in Gerry cans which will last indefinitely. A government or company can’t take over your car.
One thing everyone forgets about EV’s is that once the battery stops working (7-10yrs) the entire car is trash.. There is no way to install a new battery. So it’s not any more environmentally friendly since a reliable Toyota or Honda can still be driven for 20-30 years.
@@momlife1123 and if its crashed and the battery gets damaged.
@@momlife1123 how many 20-30 year hondas or toyotas do you see driving compared to newer cars?
I don’t think that a electric vehicle would do very well for me with the weight of the tools and supplies I have to carry. Also, I definitely would not buy a used one only to have to turn around and buy an expensive new battery for the car.
It all seems like a great idea for people that already have a gas truck and lots of money to throw around to get an electric car for the savings per mile.
now that Teslas's have been in mass production for more than 12 years they're finding battery degradation on an older tesla is truly minimal- the battery will probably outlast the vast majority of cars on the road. As it relates to your needs, maybe a BEV isn't right for you today. To each their own!
Talking to lower income folks about baby steps but show the drip. Can we see Dave's Rolex collection next?
Love this video. I can't wait for whatv Dave's gonna say .
What is the life on those batteries?? Unlike a traditional car that can be serviced for years and years, these EVs have a very expensive component that is guaranteed to fail and need replacing - or you just get another car and this ends up at the junkyard.
Internal combustion engines and transmissions last forever, and never require replacement, right?
Who is surprised Rachel Everyone knows Tesla's Are Expensive
I can just imagine when you want to buy a Tesla: guardian angel Dave on your right, demon Rachel on your left. 😂
My husband went & brought 3, sold 1. We have 2 left. It’s okay Rachel😅
This video is a year old, like to hear an update to see if it is still her dream car, but I see she never comments at all in the comment section. Ummm?
I think it’s a model X based on how she describes the steering wheel.
The real question I have is , does Ramsey allow you to charge at work ?? Or do you have to provide your own energy to get there , like everyone else ?!
Dave does, on 1 of his shows he grumbled about why is he expected to provide a charging station 😜
To be fair, they should install a gas station at their work too!
I think in some states, you are required to put in charging stations at new office buildings.
TESLA MY ASSLA!
Scotty Kilmer: buy a ‘94 Celica 😂😂
My same thoughts that it's like a spaceship! I dig Teslas as a geek, but it's hard for me to still stomach the price. (I hear your dad's car rants replaying in my head lol ;). I was very reluctant in getting one... But folded after my wife persuaded me (or won that battle lol) to get the Model Y LR in 2021, so I say it's "her car." I thought it would be an interesting experiment, but here we are after two years of ownership... We've certainly had our share of malfunctions (spontaneous reboots while driving, door problem, etc). And I was skeptical about how it would fare on an extended road trip with kids, but we've done a few of them (and we don't mind the charging stops for breaks). Tesla is pretty innovative and in terms of performance it's hard to beat... I just wish they had a level of quality on par with a Camry, Accord, or Civic!
Lol at the last sentence . Why did u pay 2x times for this garbage then ?
Even assuming she drives a Model s (currently about $90k), that's the same price roughly as a Raptor, Dave's ride of choice. To each their own!
She mentioned back orders, so she must have purchased new and I believe it was the MX as well.
Something wrong with your Tesla!!! I have a model x and a model y and it NEVER had any problem and it has never seen a mechanic in the past 3 years
Do you still trust that thing?