The used market of these make it worth a shot for many. 17-24k get you a great car compared to the ICE options out there. Anything good there is in the 27-37k range.
I highly recommend anyone thinking about buying a used Tesla - WAIT. With the introduction of the new Model 3 Highland and upcoming Model Y Juniper, prices are only going to continue to drop drop drop!
Remember to buy a used Tesla $25K and under then you can use the $4K Federal incentive as yours down payment. Then you also have the $4K SCE. Edison Power Rebate. After you purchase your used Tesla, you can get that $4K rebate mailed to you. If you’re an Uber driver, Uber is offering you a $1K rebate. Mail in after purchase and you must do 200 trips to qualify.
I personally think 21-22 long range is the perfect one to buy used. If you live anywhere that has cold seasons, heatpump is a must unless you commute minimal discount and/or have a home charging available.
Even though there are a good amount of affordable models 3 in the used market, the insurance premiums for them here in the UK completely defeat the purpose. Just the insurance alone is already more than I was willing to pay for the car monthly, and it's more expensive than the actual car payment.
Do you know why premiums are so much more in the UK than the U.S.? Insurance rates in the States has also been steadily climbing the past few years, but likely not as much there
@SatoriHaddad That unfortunately makes sense, I've heard the same that it takes a while to get repair parts after and accident depending on your service location. In the U.S. it's likely not as bad as other countries where they don't have as many established Tesla-Certified repair shops.
Interesting, my model 3 cost less than my old discovery sport 2.0 down from £650 to £350 for fully comp 10K milrs a year, just search to find the best deal.
I found one for $13k recently. 150k+ miles but hell for a commuter car I don’t think I can’t beat it. Haven’t purchased it yet but I’m thinking about it heavily.
That is a pretty sweet price for one, but I'd just be conscious about the battery health on it since that's quite a few miles. There are however battery warranties out there that you could buy if that makes you more comfortable with purchase in case some or all the cells to be replaced.
LFP batteries are amazing I have a LFP battery for my Hayabusa that’s been in there going strong for 15 years. It’s by far the best motorcycle battery I’ve ever owned. For comparison a standard lead acid battery lasts 1 maybe 2 years on my bike so although it cost me 3x more than the cheap lead acid it more than paid for itself over the years
Sorry i know this is a dumb question but can all the model 3's use full self driving autopilot? Also what is the cost? That is my main reason for purchasing one of these cars.
The full self driving option is limited only to cars that have the full self driving computer AND you will also need to purchase the software for it either via a monthly subscription or a one time payment. If you’re buying a used Tesla, sometimes owners will have FSD and they can transfer it over to your car when they sell it to you. But make sure the owner sells that with the car before committing through the purchase. i’ve seen on Tesla‘s website before, they bundle FSD with almost all of their used cars that are capable of it. It adds some extra value to the car and it costs Tesla nothing to add other then turning on that software option at the point of sale.
Awesome video! I’m looking to buy and this really helped me. One thing I don’t understand is how do you determine what autopilot version a car has? Also could a sleazy seller code the screen to display a model (dual motor/Performance) that the car isn’t?
On the touchscreen select 'controls' then 'software' and that'll tell what autopilot package you have included. If it's just 'Autopilot' then you won't have full self driving. It would have to say that under there. You may have the FSD computer but not autopilot so be sure to check for that under the software menu. Thankfully no one can code in different text to overwrite the actual autopilot version. What you see in person is what you'll have. A test drive would also reveal if it has some of the extra features as well. The amount of motors and if it's a long range/performance aren't able to be modified by a dealer or seller.
@@techdevicenewsThanks for this info. Your video gave me the confidence to get out and test drive a 2022 Model 3 Dual Motor and I absolutely fell in love with it. It has basic autopilot and the FSD computer, but no FSD or enhanced autopilot. I didn’t end up buying that specific car but I’m super happy with the 22 model 3’s, they’re awesome.
That's why mileage is primarily going to be the thing to look at to get a relative idea of the battery's health. I wouldn't want to replace one early, especially given how much it costs to replace from Tesla.
What say you, 2021 TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE PLUS, with 136,000 miles, 1-owner, (prolly highway miles), Yolk steering wheel, asking 19k. "Carfax-great deal." Bout 14K after TC. Battery degradation?
Do all the 2021 years have the heat pump, or was it added mid-year? Is the only way to check by looking under that panel in the front compartment? Thanks!
It should be included on all 2021s with the updated exterior and interior design (blacked out trim instead of chrome and the new center console). To be sure though, double check through the vehicle information section of the Model 3 and it'll say if it has a heat pump or not.
It's tough to say as it really depends on the model and price that you're able to get. I'd say aim for not more than 50-80K miles as that's accounting for a reasonable amount of driving being done within the age of the car. I've seen some used ones with over 100K miles and I'm less confident in buying that, but also not as concerned as an ICE vehicle since EVs have far less moving parts in them to wear and the batteries in Teslas have seemed to age well. On those higher mileage ones, definitely make sure the battery is in good health since you haven't been the owner taking care of the battery and knowing it's conditions during that time.
@@techdevicenews is there like a miles per year for these tesla? i’m really looking to get a used one in a month. and wanna know how i should go about it
I'd try to stay at a maximum of 15-20K miles per year on the car since that's usually a good indicator that the car wasn't being overly Supercharged and driven hard. Those are usually charged at slower home chargers since that's not too much mileage to have to rely on fast charging frequently. If you're looking to buy one from a rental fleet, I'd only buy a standard range model since it'll have the LFP batteries that are more immune to degradation charging up to 100% (which is likely what rental companies did). Sticking within the 15-20K mileage recommendation, buying a 2021 Model 3 Standard Range should be around 60K miles at most. A 2022 should be around 40K miles or so.
I'd try to go for the 2021s and newer if that's within your price range. They'll have most of the improvements such as the heat pump, FSD computer and newer MCU processor, LFP batteries, updated interior trim pieces, power trunk, etc. The older ones from 2018-2020 are still great options but I'd buy a longer range variant of those since they don't have the heat pump and ability to be fully charged like some of the newer ones.
Honestly, probably not unless you have a way to charge it at your residence. Even if it's just the standard 120V outlet, I think that could work out well enough when you plug it in every night and occasionally fast charge. But without being able to reliably plug it in each day, it might not be the most practical depending on how far you are from level 2 and and level 3 chargers. It all comes down to if it's worth the tradeoff of your time if you don't have any apartment charging outlets.
@@techdevicenewsthanks for the comment. I wfh most days and when I do need to go into the office it’s only a 16min drive. My job has a charging station on site so that might be a plus too. Nonetheless, thanks
The lights can turn on and off for oncoming traffic but can't utilize the matrix LED technology that can dim specific zones on the road. We've got weird automotive legislation in the U.S. sadly 😕
??? Anything with 4 wheels? We have so many regulations in regards to vehicle safety we miss out on SO many vehicles that are EURO spec or even available in the Eastern continents
@@Andy-wb4qm brother trust me, the laws are usually way stricter over here. Every part that you fx add to your car (springs, turbo, tint, whatever) needs to have a certification from TÜV. That means you need to drive to tüv and get those parts on your car approved. If you add/swap parts that work together, you need to get the entire system approved and they Can be strict asf. I mean we Can never even get the cybertruck, due to pedestrian safety laws. Sure you might have some weird laws too that make you miss out on some euro cars, but what you Can drive In the US that still counts as “Road legal” is absolutely baffeling to me
I'd think about the long term maintenance costs for either car. Both cars it'll definitely depend on the mileage you buy it at though. I've never owned a BMW, but I know there's always going to be oil changes and more fluids to replace since it's an ICE vehicle.
This video doesn't cover the more important high dollar repairs stuff like unusually high wear on suspension bushings, long term effects of poor interior and exterior fit and finish, etc etc.
It doesn’t cover them because they’re rare and far between. You’re bashing Tesla with unsubstantiated claims about widespread quality issues. In reality, most people with their 6,7 even 10 year old Tesla’s love them and don’t suffer from the issues you’ve described. Do better.
That's a bummer...I know Tesla likes their 'vision only' sensors but that seems extreme when the sensors that were previously installed didn't need any fixes. Maybe they'll make it an option later to revert to the older sensor method
My friend bought it new with only a few miles on the odometer in 2023. That was back when there were quite a few tax credits from the federal and state level. That brought the new price down to around $33,000. At the time when they bought it, there weren't as many used ones on the market (especially from fleets), so they bought a new model. However, now with Hertz and other fleet operators dumping more of these onto the second-hand market, you can find some good used deals!
I'm a huge tesla fan but it's honestly really gay the car comes with rear heated seats yet to use them you have to pay $300 that's an absolutely stupid feature that should just be unlocked from the start if the company already has them in it don't charge people to use it......
Its a Tesla. Dont worry if the panels, bumper to body alignment and the trim fit and finish is shoddy. They are all like that. All Teslas leave the factory looking like they have been crashed and repaired in the dark. The interior is the usual bland, low effort offering. Proof that idiots will buy anything thats shiny.
Except you're describing a look that is definitely not shiny. You're saying people buy this vehicle despite it not looking super new/shiny. They buy it for better reasons than that, according to your own logic.
If you buy a used EV, I have zero symoathy for you when it all goes south. And it will. Just pray it doesn't have a microfissure in a battery casing. Spend the 10 grand to have the entire thing disassembled and rebuilt for diagnostic purposes or you could lose everything--you house, your family, your life. EV fires are no joke. You cannot know how the previous owner drove it.
Seems like you have never driven or owned an EV. Unnecessary and unfounded fears for the most part. Just have the car pre-inspected before buying. Don't accept a car with signs of damage in the battery casing or with accident history. EV's are less likely to caught on fire than ICE vehicles.
Correction: LFP charges up to 170kw.
The used market of these make it worth a shot for many.
17-24k get you a great car compared to the ICE options out there. Anything good there is in the 27-37k range.
Excellent video. Anyone looking to buy a used Model 3 needs to see this. You touched on every difference all the models have. Thank you!
yeah but its base model and you actually want everything that it doesn't have...
He never mentioned to check for intel vs ryzen chips which is personally important to me
I highly recommend anyone thinking about buying a used Tesla - WAIT. With the introduction of the new Model 3 Highland and upcoming Model Y Juniper, prices are only going to continue to drop drop drop!
When is that supposed to happen
Yea once I touch 10k im gonna finance a used one is that smart or nah
@@NatePeaksthat was what I was gonna do
Remember to buy a used Tesla $25K and under then you can use the $4K Federal incentive as yours down payment. Then you also have the $4K SCE. Edison Power Rebate. After you purchase your used Tesla, you can get that $4K rebate mailed to you.
If you’re an Uber driver, Uber is offering you a $1K rebate. Mail in after purchase and you must do 200 trips to qualify.
@@UGPVlogsLA imma do this
I personally think 21-22 long range is the perfect one to buy used. If you live anywhere that has cold seasons, heatpump is a must unless you commute minimal discount and/or have a home charging available.
Very good point, plus the extra range along with the better HVAC efficiency will be nice in the cold weather months
Even though there are a good amount of affordable models 3 in the used market, the insurance premiums for them here in the UK completely defeat the purpose. Just the insurance alone is already more than I was willing to pay for the car monthly, and it's more expensive than the actual car payment.
Do you know why premiums are so much more in the UK than the U.S.? Insurance rates in the States has also been steadily climbing the past few years, but likely not as much there
@@techdevicenews I heard it's because it's been difficult to find replacement parts, making any repair costly. I don't know how true that is though.
@SatoriHaddad That unfortunately makes sense, I've heard the same that it takes a while to get repair parts after and accident depending on your service location. In the U.S. it's likely not as bad as other countries where they don't have as many established Tesla-Certified repair shops.
Interesting, my model 3 cost less than my old discovery sport 2.0 down from £650 to £350 for fully comp 10K milrs a year, just search to find the best deal.
£70/ months 3rd party only admiral.
I found one for $13k recently. 150k+ miles but hell for a commuter car I don’t think I can’t beat it. Haven’t purchased it yet but I’m thinking about it heavily.
That is a pretty sweet price for one, but I'd just be conscious about the battery health on it since that's quite a few miles. There are however battery warranties out there that you could buy if that makes you more comfortable with purchase in case some or all the cells to be replaced.
I’m purchasing one right now $13,000 for 130,000 miles no accidents reported and in great shape
@@ethanlculverany update on your purchase? I’m considering buying a high mileage Tesla as well
@@ethanlculver where did you find this one? i'm think of looking into ones with may 30k-90k miles on it. Just curious and wanted to compare notes ha
Dude I was typing to look up buying a used jet ski and ended up filling my search results with this. Kinda cool tho
I thought I knew everything about Tesla’s but this has definitely improved my knowledge! Thank you!! 🙏
LFP batteries are amazing I have a LFP battery for my Hayabusa that’s been in there going strong for 15 years. It’s by far the best motorcycle battery I’ve ever owned. For comparison a standard lead acid battery lasts 1 maybe 2 years on my bike so although it cost me 3x more than the cheap lead acid it more than paid for itself over the years
Good job bud and your friend for braving the cold. Cheers from Canada
great video! I watched this before going to get my used Tesla and it helped so much
This helps. Thanks
What year did they started using LFP on the Standard Range?
Sorry i know this is a dumb question but can all the model 3's use full self driving autopilot? Also what is the cost? That is my main reason for purchasing one of these cars.
The full self driving option is limited only to cars that have the full self driving computer AND you will also need to purchase the software for it either via a monthly subscription or a one time payment. If you’re buying a used Tesla, sometimes owners will have FSD and they can transfer it over to your car when they sell it to you. But make sure the owner sells that with the car before committing through the purchase. i’ve seen on Tesla‘s website before, they bundle FSD with almost all of their used cars that are capable of it. It adds some extra value to the car and it costs Tesla nothing to add other then turning on that software option at the point of sale.
Woefully underrated youtube channel.
Extremely useful! Thanks so much!
Awesome video! I’m looking to buy and this really helped me. One thing I don’t understand is how do you determine what autopilot version a car has? Also could a sleazy seller code the screen to display a model (dual motor/Performance) that the car isn’t?
On the touchscreen select 'controls' then 'software' and that'll tell what autopilot package you have included. If it's just 'Autopilot' then you won't have full self driving. It would have to say that under there. You may have the FSD computer but not autopilot so be sure to check for that under the software menu. Thankfully no one can code in different text to overwrite the actual autopilot version. What you see in person is what you'll have. A test drive would also reveal if it has some of the extra features as well. The amount of motors and if it's a long range/performance aren't able to be modified by a dealer or seller.
@@techdevicenewsThanks for this info. Your video gave me the confidence to get out and test drive a 2022 Model 3 Dual Motor and I absolutely fell in love with it. It has basic autopilot and the FSD computer, but no FSD or enhanced autopilot. I didn’t end up buying that specific car but I’m super happy with the 22 model 3’s, they’re awesome.
I want a used one but I’m not made of money and what worries me is maintenance. Or if something breaks prematurely.
That's why mileage is primarily going to be the thing to look at to get a relative idea of the battery's health. I wouldn't want to replace one early, especially given how much it costs to replace from Tesla.
What say you, 2021 TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE PLUS, with 136,000 miles, 1-owner, (prolly highway miles), Yolk steering wheel, asking 19k. "Carfax-great deal." Bout 14K after TC. Battery degradation?
But did it come with 10 years battery guarantee?
I believe it's 8 years/100,000 miles
I’m driving a 2022 performance (7,000 miles) tomorrow from a Used Car dealer. What should I know about Warranty from Tesla?
Great video. Tons of useful information. Thank you!
Theres a used 2020 model 3 performance with full self driving v 12.5.4 but mcu3 didnt come out until 2021 so mcu2 isn't worth it?
Do all the 2021 years have the heat pump, or was it added mid-year? Is the only way to check by looking under that panel in the front compartment? Thanks!
It should be included on all 2021s with the updated exterior and interior design (blacked out trim instead of chrome and the new center console). To be sure though, double check through the vehicle information section of the Model 3 and it'll say if it has a heat pump or not.
Great video !
Nice work!! Thanks 🔥
Felt weird - most stuff you were listing is all stuff you can determine from the year and model/VIN and are basic changes from year-to-year.
most 2022s dont have sonar either built after oct
Very informative!
what’s the max of miles you’ll buy if you buy used. what’s the most amount you’d be content with buying
It's tough to say as it really depends on the model and price that you're able to get. I'd say aim for not more than 50-80K miles as that's accounting for a reasonable amount of driving being done within the age of the car. I've seen some used ones with over 100K miles and I'm less confident in buying that, but also not as concerned as an ICE vehicle since EVs have far less moving parts in them to wear and the batteries in Teslas have seemed to age well. On those higher mileage ones, definitely make sure the battery is in good health since you haven't been the owner taking care of the battery and knowing it's conditions during that time.
@@techdevicenews is there like a miles per year for these tesla? i’m really looking to get a used one in a month. and wanna know how i should go about it
I'd try to stay at a maximum of 15-20K miles per year on the car since that's usually a good indicator that the car wasn't being overly Supercharged and driven hard. Those are usually charged at slower home chargers since that's not too much mileage to have to rely on fast charging frequently. If you're looking to buy one from a rental fleet, I'd only buy a standard range model since it'll have the LFP batteries that are more immune to degradation charging up to 100% (which is likely what rental companies did). Sticking within the 15-20K mileage recommendation, buying a 2021 Model 3 Standard Range should be around 60K miles at most. A 2022 should be around 40K miles or so.
@@techdevicenews and if you were buying used what year model 3 would you start at 2018? 2019? 2020? etc etc
I'd try to go for the 2021s and newer if that's within your price range. They'll have most of the improvements such as the heat pump, FSD computer and newer MCU processor, LFP batteries, updated interior trim pieces, power trunk, etc. The older ones from 2018-2020 are still great options but I'd buy a longer range variant of those since they don't have the heat pump and ability to be fully charged like some of the newer ones.
What is the name of the song?
"Cloudy Skies” by Flint
Would you recommend someone who lives in an apartment to purchase a Tesla?
Honestly, probably not unless you have a way to charge it at your residence. Even if it's just the standard 120V outlet, I think that could work out well enough when you plug it in every night and occasionally fast charge. But without being able to reliably plug it in each day, it might not be the most practical depending on how far you are from level 2 and and level 3 chargers. It all comes down to if it's worth the tradeoff of your time if you don't have any apartment charging outlets.
@@techdevicenewsthanks for the comment. I wfh most days and when I do need to go into the office it’s only a 16min drive. My job has a charging station on site so that might be a plus too. Nonetheless, thanks
Great video man. I learned a lot bro
Wait, so In the US you Can basically drive with anything on the Road as Long as it has 4 wheels, but automatic dimming of the highbeams isnt allowed?
The lights can turn on and off for oncoming traffic but can't utilize the matrix LED technology that can dim specific zones on the road. We've got weird automotive legislation in the U.S. sadly 😕
??? Anything with 4 wheels? We have so many regulations in regards to vehicle safety we miss out on SO many vehicles that are EURO spec or even available in the Eastern continents
@@Andy-wb4qm brother trust me, the laws are usually way stricter over here. Every part that you fx add to your car (springs, turbo, tint, whatever) needs to have a certification from TÜV. That means you need to drive to tüv and get those parts on your car approved. If you add/swap parts that work together, you need to get the entire system approved and they Can be strict asf.
I mean we Can never even get the cybertruck, due to pedestrian safety laws. Sure you might have some weird laws too that make you miss out on some euro cars, but what you Can drive In the US that still counts as “Road legal” is absolutely baffeling to me
Like the back track (and video)
GREAT Video.
Thank you for this!
I have a 25k budget. Debating on a model 3 or a 3 series.
I'd think about the long term maintenance costs for either car. Both cars it'll definitely depend on the mileage you buy it at though. I've never owned a BMW, but I know there's always going to be oil changes and more fluids to replace since it's an ICE vehicle.
If you get a model that’s two years old and 25K or under you can get a EV credit of $4000 off the price.
Great job. Thank you.
Great video, thanks!!
This video doesn't cover the more important high dollar repairs stuff like unusually high wear on suspension bushings, long term effects of poor interior and exterior fit and finish, etc etc.
And you’re acting like only teslas have this issue 😂
@@rkbLIVdon't forget Tesla's are known for running out of blinker fluid
@@-P-C-bruh 😂
@@rkbLIVHe didn’t say anything about other vehicles not having these problems. You are projecting
It doesn’t cover them because they’re rare and far between. You’re bashing Tesla with unsubstantiated claims about widespread quality issues. In reality, most people with their 6,7 even 10 year old Tesla’s love them and don’t suffer from the issues you’ve described. Do better.
Great review !
Thank an ice driver for your subsidy
Corrective even if you get an older model for radar sensor Tesla disable it.
That's a bummer...I know Tesla likes their 'vision only' sensors but that seems extreme when the sensors that were previously installed didn't need any fixes. Maybe they'll make it an option later to revert to the older sensor method
@@techdevicenews highly doubt it but we’ll see
Tesla needs to fire Elon.
Cool video
Or the batteries are done...15k plz
How many miles was on the car when your friend bought it
My friend bought it new with only a few miles on the odometer in 2023. That was back when there were quite a few tax credits from the federal and state level. That brought the new price down to around $33,000. At the time when they bought it, there weren't as many used ones on the market (especially from fleets), so they bought a new model. However, now with Hertz and other fleet operators dumping more of these onto the second-hand market, you can find some good used deals!
i cant hear you
I'm a huge tesla fan but it's honestly really gay the car comes with rear heated seats yet to use them you have to pay $300 that's an absolutely stupid feature that should just be unlocked from the start if the company already has them in it don't charge people to use it......
Shouldn't really use gay negatively it's 2024
@@MrBlackCoffee96 what you just said is the gayest thing I've ever heard
Some people don't like EV cars, or FSD, they just prefer to drive.
Best tip is not to buy one at all, you can’t get spare parts timely if anything goes wrong
Nike hoodie , adidas shoes
Not good at brand matching 😅
All good, great video
Yes it matters
Its a Tesla.
Dont worry if the panels, bumper to body alignment and the trim fit and finish is shoddy. They are all like that.
All Teslas leave the factory looking like they have been crashed and repaired in the dark.
The interior is the usual bland, low effort offering.
Proof that idiots will buy anything thats shiny.
Keep driving that 💩 cat
Except you're describing a look that is definitely not shiny. You're saying people buy this vehicle despite it not looking super new/shiny. They buy it for better reasons than that, according to your own logic.
@@alexchavez3383 read my comment again.
Your conclusions are incorrect.
@@alexchavez3383 by "shiny" he didn't mean actually shiny like tin foil. He was talking about something hyped up, which is what Tesla is.
If you buy a used EV, I have zero symoathy for you when it all goes south. And it will. Just pray it doesn't have a microfissure in a battery casing. Spend the 10 grand to have the entire thing disassembled and rebuilt for diagnostic purposes or you could lose everything--you house, your family, your life. EV fires are no joke.
You cannot know how the previous owner drove it.
fear monger eye roll
10k to have it diagnosed? You’re kidding, right?
Seems like you have never driven or owned an EV. Unnecessary and unfounded fears for the most part. Just have the car pre-inspected before buying. Don't accept a car with signs of damage in the battery casing or with accident history. EV's are less likely to caught on fire than ICE vehicles.
Don't buy. They are lying
Elaborate, please?
Best way dont bye that shit