Topic: ~ Buying a TESLA CYBERTRUCK with BITCOIN ~ - page 11. (Read 6123 times)

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Elon Musk now says Tesla could start Cybertruck deliveries in mid-2023
https://www.theverge.com/2022/7/20/23272045/tesla-cybertruck-delivery-middle-next-year-q2-earnings

Looking like Elon is planning to get these trucks out on the road next year.  Whether or not myself or others who didn't preorder on day 1 will be able to get them next year is another story, but it will be nice to see them hitting the streets.  I suspect there will be limited deliveries in the beginning and likely plenty of unforeseen problems, but there is hope that maybe the wait is coming to an end.  Now that the factory is nearing completion ("nearing" is debatable), it seems like the Cybertruck is going to become a reality.  I'll be anxiously awaiting any developments.

Ok for some, but I wonder how long we will have to wait before we find out whether they're even road legal elsewhere like in the UK and Europe? It's also going to be interesting to see if they can keep the price down as well. There's no way I can see these trucks being the cheapest Tesla. I'd be very surprised if it's not nearly double the initial price quoted.

The Cybertruck design is now "locked in" according to Elon Musk.  This comment accompanied an updated timeline from Elon with production now set to begin in mid-2023.  This means 1 year from now these beauties should be rolling off the production line and ready to go to their new homes.  When exactly we'll find out the options and how payment will be made, as well as if we can update to the newer 4-motor option is still a mystery.  For now though, we should be glad that the Cybertruck has an official blueprint and has passed the design phase.  Maybe 2 years from now I'll be able to drive one. 

https://electrek.co/2022/06/22/tesla-cybertruck-design-locked-new-timeline/

I wouldn't put too much weight on that pre-order thing they did (or them removing it) anyway. It's largely meaningless. It will have been a little bit of fishing for info on interest, free advertisement for tesla and the pre-order cash probably boosted their cash balance and end of year financials a bit. Most people probably won't end up actually going through with the order especially once the actual price is revealed (which I'm sure will be a hell of a lot more than was initially stated - possibly even double). I'm sure a lot of people did it out of excitement and FOMO rather than having 100% intent to purchase it and they were offering refunds for it anyway so most people have nothing to lose by pre-ordering. I'm not even sure it's 100% certain it will go into full production or maybe it'll be limited. The design might even be drastically different to what the initial design looks like. It could end up looking like a pale imitation of the original and certainly not as spectacular. Like you also said, it sadly might be both far too big for UK roads and probably not even road legal at all given the shape and material it's made out of. The UK/Euro Union is big on pedestrian safety and it might not be anywhere safe by their standards so they might either have to make some huge sacrifices to it or just forget about the Euro market completely (though does the UK have to abide by EURO standards now since Brexit?). Either way, I'm hoping it does make it's way over here even in compromised form but I would just wait until you can actually go see it in the showroom before making your mind up about buying one. It could end up being a complete disaster or at the very least a disappointment given it was initially presented as something so unique and futuristic.

Yeah, I'll have to keep everyone up to date on it. I'm trying to find out was it pulled because of limited production or was it pulled because of the extra laws in European, and UK countries. It seems that currently those that have pre ordered over here, haven't had an email telling them its cancelled, so in their mind they're still getting it.

Not sure if Tesla support will actually be able to answer the question, but I'll send over a email to them to find out.

Let me know if you want me to put in a preorder for you. I’m sure we could work something out. 

However, I’m sure some of these things will make their way across the pond for sale before a preorder made now would ever ship. I even question if someone placing a preorder now would ever receive one, given the amount of preorders made and their limited production ability.

The thing is you might as well upgrade the damn thing. The quoted price, although it has risen is much more bang for your buck than what's on the market right now. Especially, when you consider its speculated durability. Especially, if you're going to go offroading, and abusing it a little bit.

Yeah, I've been looking into Tesla's for a while, and considering here in the UK all new cars sold after 2030 will need to be electric, I thought it's best to do the research now. I imagine by that time electric chargers will be widespread. However, I've read about range anxiety in places with plentiful chargers, i.e in certain parts of America, and I'm wondering what the peformance of a Tesla would be in British weather, with very hilly terrain thrown in. I suspect, it'll be much less than what most Tesla drivers are getting out of their machine.

Although, from what I can gather due to the nature of batteries, it actually performs best at lower temperatures, well not extreme temperatures, but I believe around -10-10c. Don't quote me on that, that's just the figure I have in my head.  

If it wasn't for the lack of chargers in Wales specifically, I'd probably would've opted for the Tesla 3 performance model already.

I'll admit, I was sceptical at first. I had mixed feelings, and that's why I didn't end up pulling the trigger in the end. However, now especially in the electric field this is the vehicle for me. I might contact Tesla, and see what they say about taking the order off UK, and whether it was law related. Since, for a machine like this I'd be willing to import it over if it's still road legal over here.

Range is less important for me, but I'll admit that I hope I'm able to upgrade my order to the flagship 4-motor version (maybe a Plaid version).  Mostly because I'm not sure how much longer I can wait for one of these and that model will be built first, but also because I think it might be the most awesome civilian vehicle ever built so I might as well go all out... 

As we get closer to 2023, I hope we see a plan emerge for how they'll be handling preorders and upgrades.

So, I've actually become increasingly interested in getting the Tesla, except most don't have enough range for me. Whereas, the Cybertruck is estimated to be having 500 miles of range, so probably safe to assume it'll get at least 400. The thing is where I live it is rather hilly, and the lack of charging points is quite evident when you compare it to the USA or even England. So, range is incredibly important. However, after coming to the decision of actually finally reserving it, they've removed the order button for UK/Europe.

I think it's to do with laws, and how big its going to be. So, safety laws. Makes sense, I remember hearing the dimensions on the reveal, and thinking that would never fit in Welsh lanes. However, I guess that would need to be worked out rather than just assuming.

I guess for those living in the UK, we'll have to order it from the USA, and have it imported, as long as it's considered road legal. The thing is most of the other cars in their inventory doesn't interest me. Model 3 doesn't have the range, but I nearly pulled the trigger on it a while back, and the model S plaid looks promising, but the price is just too much to justify.

This at least provides that range, and for a somewhat reasonable price. Plus, I'll be honest the specifications, and the look has grown on me over the years. Typical when its no longer available.

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My deposit has been in for a very long time.... waiting.

Tesla's Cyber Rodeo event will be going down in just a couple of hours.  You can watch the live feed and get the play by play in the link below.

https://electrek.co/2022/04/07/tesla-cyber-rodeo-event-livestream-news-hub/

Nobody really has any idea what will be discussed, but there have been some clues.  Both the Cybertruck and the Semi have been spotted at the factory and can expect to be discussed during the event.  I also noticed a post on twitter showing what appeared to be a flashy entrance for a much smaller vehicle.  Difficult to tell from a low quality video with no description, but I would guess we might see and learn more about the full sized Tesla Cyberquad.  Perhaps even a price and availability date.  The kids one is hard to get ahold of, but is for sale on their website if you have Dogecoin to spare: https://shop.tesla.com/product/cyberquad-for-kids

Elon Musk just tweeted about a Cyber Rodeo at Giga Texas on April 7th. I think that’s pretty clear that a Cybertruck update announcement is coming soon. With any luck the factory is close enough to completion that a date can be announced for the beginning of production for the Cybertruck. At the very least I’d love an update on the pricing, models, and what sort of options are available for those who have preorders. With the discontinuation of the single motor variant and the addition of a quad motor variant, an update on the plan for potential buyers moving forward is beyond due. Looking forward to why information this event brings.

https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1507596559831101446?s=21

It’s out there charging. I’m glad we’re seeing more and more shots of this beast. From the pictures you can see the charging port’s location confirmed. Hard to believe it could be another two years for these things to hit the streets. I think that has more to do with supply/production issues then anything else.

https://insideevs.com/news/564011/tesla-cybertruck-prototype-spotted-supercharging/amp/

If it's shorter it won't sufficiently clean the right side of the windshield, which is still within driver's field of view and by regulation a certain percentage of that area needs to be wiped. There is a reason why most cars have a second wiper (sometimes a ridiculously short one) or have to resort to various articulation tricks like old E-class. There is also a reason why wipers typically rest on the bottom and not the side. But I guess Tesla will defeat geometry and physics.

That big windscreen wiper that everyone was complaining about doesn't actually look too bad in the new video that was leaked:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9v5Gayy_EOI



I'm guessing they'll probably trim a bit of its length off anyway. It probably only needs to cover the driver's field of view and it looks to go right to the top of the roof which probably isn't necessary.


The Cybertruck is in a whole different class of its own though in my opinion. People will want it because it looks like nothing else. I couldn't care less about a pick up truck and would never own one but the Cybertruck is an entirely different beast. If people just want a regular truck then they will almost certainly just buy one of their competitors but there's really nothing exciting about all the other EV pick ups.

Rivian's for example:



https://www.inverse.com/innovation/tesla-cybertruck-alternatives-rivian-jeep-gmc-hummer

They all just look like regular trucks but upgraded slightly. I'm sure the people who love pick up trucks will dig them but I think the Cybertruck is going to be a real head-turner.

I just hope I can upgrade to the 4-motor version and keep my 2-year old preorder spot in line. They’ve been adding so much awesome tech to the cybertruck since being announced. It’s almost hard to believe that such an amazing vehicle could ever exist outside of a video game. If it can live up to expectations and I can live long enough to own one, the adventures that will be had…

Elon has been enjoying driving around in Texas this week in the latest prototype. I’m so jealous. I guess being the richest man in the world has it’s perks.

During TSLA earnings call (not sure if transcript is available yet) Musk said that CT may launch "hopefully" next year and one of the main issues is pricing.

So much for a $40k tonka truck.

^ I hope everyone that preordered ahead of me goes elsewhere. I think most who preordered realize the innovation of the exoskeleton and would laugh at any comparison to an F-150. Personally, I don’t even want an F-150 and wouldn’t trade the car I have now for it as there’s no real innovation there, but I’ll wait another 2 years for the Cybertruck if I have to. I think it’s tough for many people to realize innovation before it’s demonstrated to them, which is why there are still people who don’t realize this will be the greatest civilian vehicle ever produced.