It's a 2021 M3P that I got new in December, came without the front USB ports and wireless charging due to chip shortage. Most parts actually there, but missing controller, apparently it's a 10 min job to install.
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It's a 2021 M3P that I got new in December, came without the front USB ports and wireless charging due to chip shortage. Most parts actually there, but missing controller, apparently it's a 10 min job to install.
Soldato
Yeah Q4 deliveries were hit and miss if they were installed or not.
They are retrofitting the Q4 deliveries now which came without them
They are retrofitting the Q4 deliveries now which came without them
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If you're thinking of the older Model 3's that came with the older style centre console (no wireless charging pads, etc) then no, this isn't for that. This is just for those cars delivered in December that are the new style dash, but are missing the hub required for the USB-C ports and the wireless charging hub to work due to the semi-conductor shortage.
There are 3rd party solutions I believe for your scenario though.
Soldato
Yeah I've got a dual wireless charger in my 2020 M3 SR, purchased from Abstract Ocean along with a load of other accessories (screen protector, console vinyl, cup holder thingymajig).
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Don't forget the 2020 has the super shiny centre console... no thanks.
Caporegime
When did the switch happen? Is there a specific date for the 2021 changes?
Late 2020 IIRC, cars with the black exterior trim should have the new centre console.
Edit: https://electrek.co/2020/10/16/tesla-launches-model-3-2021-refresh-range-features/amp/
Edit: https://electrek.co/2020/10/16/tesla-launches-model-3-2021-refresh-range-features/amp/
Soldato
Hence the vinyl I applied on day one. Non-issue really.
Caporegime
Ah yes, I always forget that MY<YEAR> occurs the previous year for US automakers. So any 2021 built car should be good then. Thanks.
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Hi guys I've noticed a scuff on my door sill. I don't know if it's from one of the kids, but what's good to get rid of it, teacut?
Caporegime
Same as any car, if the scuff is through the paint to the primer or body, no amount of polish will make much of a difference (other than softening the edges).
A picture will help understand if you need a higher cut polish or not, but T-Cut is mostly useless.
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Heat it up with a hairdryer and it should be goneHad a phone mount on for a few weeks and I've taken it off to find a mark in the soft touch dash
Any ideas how to remove it? It's fairly indented.
Soldato
Yeah maybe try that or wait until summer for a similar heat but natural 
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Yea sorry should post one. Also noticed when looking at my parents neighbours lesser model LR
, that the windows aren't tinted. All mine are past the B pillar, is this a tesla thing or aftermarket? Having a look at the windows, it looks like a film (and it's quite a dark tint), not sure whether to keep it or not as I don't want to peel it then spend ages removing residue.Yea sorry should post one. Also noticed when looking at my parents neighbours lesser model LR
Aftermarket.
Caporegime
Back from my test drive, managed to nab a 15 minute drive in an LR whilst waiting for the Performance to be ready to take out, so had around an hour in total.
100% convinced that I want the performance over the LR, not that the LR was slow, but seeing both side by side, the subtle difference in ride height, the spoiler and the brakes just made it for me. When pressing on, the braking performance of the M3P was better as well, more feel through the pedal as well as a sharper and more aggressive brake.
Also convinced that Red Multi-Coat or Midnight Silver are the best colours. The blue just looks too dull outside of the artificial lighting of the showroom. Black and white are both not my thing.
Only thing I didn’t get to see was the white interior, which I “think” I want (always preferred lighter interiors), but slightly concerned about the longevity, stain resistance, and scuff resistance (kids).
100% convinced that I want the performance over the LR, not that the LR was slow, but seeing both side by side, the subtle difference in ride height, the spoiler and the brakes just made it for me. When pressing on, the braking performance of the M3P was better as well, more feel through the pedal as well as a sharper and more aggressive brake.
Also convinced that Red Multi-Coat or Midnight Silver are the best colours. The blue just looks too dull outside of the artificial lighting of the showroom. Black and white are both not my thing.
Only thing I didn’t get to see was the white interior, which I “think” I want (always preferred lighter interiors), but slightly concerned about the longevity, stain resistance, and scuff resistance (kids).
Soldato
I'm looking at getting a new one as well, but I really don't think the Performance is worth 10k more? I'm just using it as a family car though and won't be putting it on a track, so the brake feel won't really make much difference to me.
Soldato
Unless you do lots of long trips the newest SR+ is the best value overall.