Tesla Ends Model S & X Custom Orders: Grab Inventory Discounts Now + FSD 14.3 Update
Hey everyone, Dennis here from DennisCW! Welcome back to the blog. In today's video stream, we dove into some massive Tesla news: the end of an era for Model S and Model X custom orders. Plus, updates on FSD, Cybertruck production, SpaceX IPO, and more. If you're in the market for a Tesla or just love EV deal hacking, this is for you. Let's break it down.
Model S & X: No More Custom Orders – Inventory Only
Tesla has officially discontinued custom orders for the Model S and Model X. That's right – you can no longer build your dream spec from scratch on their website. If you click "order," it redirects straight to inventory.
But here's the good news: plenty of inventory is still available with killer discounts!
- Up to $4,630 off on some Model S Plaids and AWD models.
- $3,000+ off on others.
- Even a 3.99% financing offer is lingering.
These could spike in demand now that production is winding down, so act fast. Note: Referral perks are gone for S/X, but use my Tesla referral link for Model 3/Y orders to score up to 3 months of Full Self-Driving (FSD) free.
Elon Musk marked the occasion with nostalgia: "We will have an official ceremony to mark the ending of an era. I love those cars." Production started 14 years ago – wild!
Special colors like Quicksilver? Hunt inventory or used markets, but options are slim locally (only 1-2 in my area).
Pro Tip: Expect heavy depreciation on these luxury EVs. If buying used, consider waiting for a 2026 refresh.
Full Self-Driving Transfers End + Version 14.3 Incoming
Another big change: FSD transfers are over. No more moving FSD from an old Tesla to a new one. If your order was locked before March 31st and delivery slips to April, it might still work – let me know in the comments!
Exciting news: FSD v14.3 is in employee beta and could hit wide release by week's end (end of this week from April 1st). Elon says it's the "last big piece of the puzzle." FSD is reportedly 9x safer than average human drivers. I've heard from friends how it's saved them on tired drives – game-changer!
Trying FSD on an older Model 3 (pre-front camera)? Subscribe monthly for $99 to test.
Grab 3 months free FSD with my referral link on new orders!
Q1 Deliveries & Inventory Trends
Analyst Troy Teslike predicts 375k Q1 deliveries: ~359k Model 3/Y, 15k S/X, plus Cybertrucks. Expect an end-of-quarter push on S/X and CT inventory.
Model 3/Y inventories are rising with 0% financing still available. Great time? Deals could improve, but don't sleep on current offers.
Cybertruck Production Ramping Up
Drone footage from Joe shows Cybertruck lots filling up – production is accelerating! More AWD models incoming, potentially leading to discounts on $59k units or upgrades to premium AWD.
Cyber Cows (mini versions) look tiny next to full-size CTs. Semi testing spotted too.
SpaceX IPO: $1.75 Trillion Valuation?
SpaceX filed for IPO! Revenue at $15B vs. Meta's $200B (valued at $1.45T). Shares could launch at $400-600+. First major AI/space IPO? Are you buying in?
Quick Hits
- Chinese EVs: Charging 80% in 5-10 mins? Impressive prototypes, but real-world soon?
- Battery Degradation: Some reports on S/X and new Model Y – monitor yours.
- April Fools Fun: Unplugged Performance's "Cyber Cab Racer" was epic (Dark Helmet Model S modded).
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What are your thoughts on S/X end? Excited for FSD 14.3? Drop a comment below!
Thanks for reading – subscribe for more Tesla deal hacks. See you in the next one!
-Dennis
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