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+ Technology additions in early models

+ Parts availability woes

In short, buying a Tesla is a terrible decision from a financial perspective.

Maybe from a fun or cool perspective!

But if you're interested in maintaining $-value-over-time, there are much better options (Corollas, Accords, Tacomas, Subarus, etc).

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The flip side of all this is a used Tesla can be a really great option right now for some folks - bulk of depreciation is over, maintenance/running costs are some of the lowest in the industry (ignoring EV insurance costs I guess, but thats another topic...). The traction battery/motors/drivetrains regularly get to 300k miles. I'd have no problem at all recommending a used 3/Y at the right price to someone if EV fits their lifestyle etc.