Considering a Tesla LR Model 3
I’m considering buying a used 2020/21 Tesla Model 3 Long Range (40-50k miles, around £15-17k).
Why? I've worked out that it's a cheaper option than leasing with the milage I do and I do love a Tesla!
My situation:
- Commute is 115-120 miles/day → about 25–30k miles per year.
- That means 50–60k extra miles in just 2 years!
- Tesla Long Range Warranty: 8 years / 150k miles on the battery & drive unit, but with my driving I’d likely exceed the 150k cap in 4 years.
My questions:
- I am thinking of selling at the 2nd/3rd year point prior to the warranty running out to get some money back? I'm assuming a lot of people will be doing this so will the market become saturated?
- Or, do you just buy a 90-100k and drive it into the ground until it's completely gone and needs significant repairs?
Thanks for you time on this! Appreciate it.
Posted Sep 3, 2025, 6:19 PM UTC
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