Assuming cost is not an issue - Oppo Poll

"ncasolowork2" (ncasolowork2)
03/11/2014 at 15:03 • Filed to: None

Would you own a Tesla Model S as a daily driver? Why or why not? If the model E were available I can tell you right now it would be VERY high on my list of cars for functional purposes.

Sure there are a lot of cars I would like to own such as a C7 Stingray or a BRZ, but for functional use I would love a Model E or Model S.

Assuming again that cost is not an issue would you choose something over the Model S? The criteria you use to make this decision is purely functional. Not fun or ascetic.

DISCUSSION (44)

Jonathon Klein > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:04

They are a hoot. I don't know still. I'll be the first to say it, what about noise?

For Sweden > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:05

Yes. My commute is only about 11 km/7 miles one way and it's immensely practical.

Laird Andrew Neby Bradleigh > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:06

Yes, I'd very much like a Model S as a daily driver. Why? Why not? All that torque, in a good looking car, I see no reason why not, other than that I don't have the moneys for one.

Brian Silvestro > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:06

The Model S is the best DD. Literally. It's the best at that function. Think about it.

Joe_Limon > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:10

Yes, I would. I entertained the thought of one recently but became very sad when I saw the Canadian pricing.

ncasolowork2 > Brian Silvestro
03/11/2014 at 15:10

AWD - Check
Luxury - Check
Power - POWAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
Will it baby? - Check
Will it carry golf clubs? - Check
Will it be cheap to maintain? - Check

I miss anything?

Party-vi > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:11

Yes, but I would need two to sooth my worries about the range. I'm thinking I can leave one at the office plugged in at night and the other at home.

MIATAAAA > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:11

No question. I would definitely get one.

Party-vi > For Sweden
03/11/2014 at 15:11

The hell is a km?

/Murica

ncasolowork2 > For Sweden
03/11/2014 at 15:11

Assuming again that cost is not an issue would you choose something over the Model S? The criteria you use to make this decision is purely functional. Not fun or ascetic.

ncasolowork2 > Jonathon Klein
03/11/2014 at 15:11

Assuming again that cost is not an issue would you choose something over the Model S? The criteria you use to make this decision is purely functional. Not fun or ascetic.

ncasolowork2 > Laird Andrew Neby Bradleigh
03/11/2014 at 15:12

Assuming again that cost is not an issue would you choose something over the Model S? The criteria you use to make this decision is purely functional. Not fun or ascetic.

themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles > Brian Silvestro
03/11/2014 at 15:12

No, the Miata is the best. It's just the best. It's the BEST! IT'S THE BEST SPORTS CAR! IT'S THE BEST CAR!

RGHGHRFHRFRRGHRGHRGHRHG!!....... THE BEST!

ncasolowork2 > Party-vi
03/11/2014 at 15:13

nah. I would still have a non-electric car in the family for range purposes. Granted that would require you have a family and more than 1 vehicle. If I was single and only owned 1 car that would be prohibitive as I am inclined to drive somewhere long distances.

Brian Silvestro > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:13

It's cheap to run too. From what I've heard, it only has 22 moving parts. These things will last forever with battery replacements.

ncasolowork2 > MIATAAAA
03/11/2014 at 15:13

Assuming again that cost is not an issue would you choose something over the Model S? The criteria you use to make this decision is purely functional. Not fun or ascetic.

ncasolowork2 > Brian Silvestro
03/11/2014 at 15:14

oh yeah cheap maint. was supposed to be on my list. Oh wait... it is. What are you talking about? It's already on my list!

FJ80WaitinForaLSV8 > Jonathon Klein
03/11/2014 at 15:14

agreed, assuming price is not an issue I'd much prefer some sort of gas guzzler big V8 machine. Maybe a Grand Cherokee SRT8?

Brian Silvestro > themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles
03/11/2014 at 15:15

YOU ROOT FOR THE YANKEES, YOU LOVE THE BOYS, NUMBER ONE

ncasolowork2 > themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles
03/11/2014 at 15:15

Miata is the best for a lot of things, but as someone with a wife and a child I could not possibly own a Miata as a daily driver. It will not baby.

themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles > Brian Silvestro
03/11/2014 at 15:15

YEAH YOU DRINK SAM ADAMS CAUSE THATS THE BEST BEER!

For Sweden > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:16

Yes, because even if cost isn't an option, taking the car to the dealership for service is a pain.

Jonathon Klein > FJ80WaitinForaLSV8
03/11/2014 at 15:16

Price no issue? Ariel Atom V8

Laird Andrew Neby Bradleigh > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:16

Pure function..? Hmm.. nope, Can't think of anything I'd rather have, I would consider a Lexus GS450h though, but I'd rather have the Model S as a DD.

Note: Choice made on the basis that I only drive 20-40 miles each day, if I drove more I'd pick something else.

themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:16

Kill them both.

Brian Silvestro > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:16

Well I didn't read your list the first time... but I just did now.

It's RWD only....for now.

ncasolowork2 > FJ80WaitinForaLSV8
03/11/2014 at 15:16

I suppose I can't have it both ways can I? When cost to purchase isn't an issue I suppose cost to maintain and operate can't be considered.

Sn210 > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:17

Absolutely. My commute is like 9 miles round trip. I'd probably only have to charge it once a week

Brian Silvestro > themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles
03/11/2014 at 15:17

YOU PUT ON DARKSIDE AT EVERY PARTY. I MEAN REALLY, WHO'S GONNA COMPLAIN ABOUT FLOYD?

ncasolowork2 > Brian Silvestro
03/11/2014 at 15:17

I could swear when Rutledge did a piece on it for Top Gear that it was AWD. The model E I think is RWD.

Party-vi > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:17

I think my ultimate range car is probably a diesel A8. Big damn luxury car, tons of options, and amazing highway mileage with power to spare. That, or an S8 so I can pass everything :)

Jonathon Klein > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:18

Functional, hmmmm. What are the criteria for function? Big boot? Fuel mileage? Space? What are we talking about. Because I'm thinking I can make a great case for that new Infiniti Eau Rouge.

themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles > Brian Silvestro
03/11/2014 at 15:19

BABY PHOTOS BABY PHOTOS! LOTS OF BABY PHOTOS!

MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:20

i'd rather pay 10k on something I can hear. I won't go through 90k in gas in it's life so I'm fine with it.

ncasolowork2 > Jonathon Klein
03/11/2014 at 15:21

The criteria for function are the criteria that you need met. For me that means room for 1 or 2 children. I don't have a particularly long commute (5 miles). My longest trips are normally 60 miles round trip. I have a wife with a car that can service for long range trips. For me function is golf clubs, baby, cost to operate, and ability to handle a Michigan winter like 2014.

Brian Silvestro > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:22

WANNA BET

Brian Silvestro > themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles
03/11/2014 at 15:23

YOU MAKE POST COMMEMORATING FIREFIGHTERS, I MEAN WHO WOULD DARE DOWNVOTE THAT

ncasolowork2 > Brian Silvestro
03/11/2014 at 15:23

No I won't take that bet, but I could swear they said electric motors that drive all 4 wheels.

themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles > Brian Silvestro
03/11/2014 at 15:25

MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE VICTIMS OF RGHRGHRGHRGHGHHRFGHDGGHRFJR........ THE BEST

Brian Silvestro > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:25

You're WRONG. On the SUV they're putting motors on the front to power all four wheels, and they'll eventually do the same for the Model S, but not yet.

Brian Silvestro > themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles
03/11/2014 at 15:26

Damn, that was the last of the quotes.

We had it Roman, we had it.

Jonathon Klein > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:31

Bowler Nemesis. Wait no. Ok so two kids, good gas mileage, AWD, I would say TDi Touareg, but then you get to the cost to operate part and that throws it out the window. WRX, but a bit cramped for long hauls and not great MPG. Damn this is hard. So here's two options. First Buy a Fiesta Rally car, put back the interior and drive that. Good MPG, Awesome in winter, and plenty of room for everyone.

Second option.

Kinja'd!!!

Nibbles > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:32

85 kWh. Metallic green. 21'' grey Turbine wheels. Panoramic roof. Grey leather seats. Matte Obeche trim with yacht floor. Yup.

Kinja'd!!!

MIATAAAA > ncasolowork2
03/11/2014 at 15:35

No - I would not. I would never have to go to a gas station ever! Nice.