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by natch 2609 days ago
>It looks like the base model 3 I can order is about $39k

You can also order the $35k model which is distinct from the $39k model. Yes, it takes a phone call, but it is available.

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What exactly is your point?

You do understand that they have made it tougher to buy 35k$ model 3 only because they can't make profit off it?

According to Tesla they have the cheapest batteries, the best AI chips, the most automated factories, the most advanced self driving technology, have a driverless taxi coming soon etc. But after all these advantages they don't sell these technologies individually. They only sell cars with shitty interior and paint, panel, and quality problems at luxury prices. And even though they have a fanatic fanbase, and a lot of positive PR, they still make a loss on luxury priced shitty cars.

He said $39k was the lowest.

My point was that $35k is the lowest.