I sincerely hope that by sticking to their wheelhouse, Tesla will be able to deliver on other new products that come along. Granted, Tesla probably isn’t relying on a third party aftermarket supplier to produce the Powerwall and Model X, but it still begs the question, Can Tesla deliver on other reservation types or will we have another Console-gate on our hands? What is more frightening about this experience as a shareholder, Model S owner and Model X reservation holder, is that interest for the Powerwall and Model X fall into the same category as being “reservations” rather than orders. How is it possible for such an advanced company to screw up such a simple project like a center console?Īccording to forum chatter, Tesla evidently used one supplier for the front console (perhaps with an exclusivity agreement), but after experiencing quality and fulfillment issues, they switched suppliers for the rear console, but at the expense of may disappointed and frustrated Model S owners. > REVIEW: Tesla Model S Premium Rear Console While these fulfillment issues were taking place, Tesla meanwhile offered a Premium Rear Console (in all finishes) – something they seem to have delivered on with no quality or availability problems. We have made the difficult decision to offer only the Piano Black Front Center Consoles on Model S.Īfter that tremendous wait and poor customer experience, why would anyone actually click that “PURCHASE” link? We do not anticipate the console with your décor to become available until spring 2015. The updated estimate for resuming the shipping of the consoles is currently slated for early June.Ĭenter consoles in other décor finishes will be available in limited quantities starting early 2015.
We estimate that the console will be available to those recently added to the list in August.Ĭonsistent with that mission, we have added improved parts to the center console. So, what happened, according to Tesla Motors? From that point on, the communication from Tesla merchandise, or lack there of, and actual fulfillment of the reservation was shameful. Shortly after ordering my Model S on March 10 of 2014, I reserved a Tesla Premium Center Console with the Obeche Wood Matte Décor to match my interior trim. Owners with the Piano Black trim will still be eligible although I’m not quite sure that’s a good thing (see video at end of post).
You, my friend, are part of the group who will not be receiving your long awaited center console because Tesla has just cancelled delivery of it. Now, if you have a carbon fiber interior trim or obeche wood, keep your hand raised. If you’re a Model S owner who has been on the wait list for a Premium Center Console solution from Tesla, raise your hand.
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