Tesla Incentives Ending Today: My Predictions for 0% Financing and Pending Order Advice
Hey everyone, Dennis here from DennisCW! Welcome back to the blog. If you're tuning in from my latest video stream, you know we dove deep into the Tesla incentives ending today (February 2nd), what might replace them, and crucial advice for anyone with a pending Tesla order. We also covered some wild deals like a gutted $15K Model S (possibly ex-SpaceX!), SpaceX acquiring xAI, and Rivian's new 0% APR push. Plus, shoutouts to our giveaways and killer promos. Let's break it all down!
Current Incentives Wrapping Up – Act Fast!
The big one ending today is the option credit on eligible Model 3 and Model Y inventory vehicles – that's $2,000–$4,000 off baked into the pricing. Fine print: Available on newer models ordered by February 2nd. Prices already reflect the deduction, no subs.
Don't sleep on these stackables:
- Tesla Referral Code: Up to $1,000 off – grab mine in the description/video.
- America's Heroes Discount ($500): For first responders, teachers, military, vets, etc. Verify via ID.me and stack with referral.
Inventory Model Ys are seeing the juiciest discounts right now. Check Tesla's inventory via my referral for max savings!
My Predictions for Upcoming Incentives
Tesla's shifting strategy: They used to wait till quarter-end (e.g., March for Q1), then bumped to month 2 (February). With orders taking 2–3 weeks for delivery, expect new offers late February.
Here's what I'm betting on:
- 0% or 1.99% APR financing for Model 3/Y to replace the option credit ($1K–$2K value). Model 3 at 0%, Y at 1.99%?
- Core packages: FSD subscription, free supercharging, or maintenance bundles (maybe Performance-only).
- Model S/X: 2.99% to clear inventory pre-refresh.
- Cybertruck: 2.99% leases, zero-down options.
- Model Y Long Range (US): Coming, but not next month – think 2–4 month waits like the Performance launch.
Timing buffer: Tesla won't drop bombshells immediately to avoid overlap. Expect 1–2 weeks post-Feb 2nd. High Model Y inventory (mustard line on charts) could accelerate aggressive deals.
Pending Tesla Order? Here's What Happens Next
Got a pending order? New incentives might not auto-apply, but options exist:
- Keep order, reapply financing.
- Reorder (get $250 deposit back).
No double-stacking likely, but Tesla's delivered better offers mid-process before. For half-off FSD on pending deliveries (pre-pickup), fill out my Linktree inquiry form.
Pro tip: Picking up soon? Grab my Tesla Delivery Checklist – high/low priority checks + fix guides. Get it here and support the channel!
Wild Deals: $15K Gutted Model S (SpaceX?)
Spotted: 2021 Model S Long Range AWD, 90K miles, $15,600 – clean Carfax, SpaceX badge, but interior gutted for utility. Friends say full interior kit ~$10K. Track car? Race seats? With S/X discontinuation hype, short-term flip potential, but long-term depreciation hits all Teslas.
Seller pitch: "Model S discontinued – prices rising!" Nah, hype fades. Dealers might pump short-term, but wait for drops.
Would you risk it?
SpaceX Acquires xAI – $1T Valuation Madness
Huge news: SpaceX buys xAI (valued at $250B pre-deal). Elon's empire merges: Now top non-public valuation behind Tesla (1.6T). AI needs funding amid OpenAI losses.
If SpaceX IPOs tomorrow, you'd buy? Tesla bulls, dream of a mega-merger?
Rivian Goes 0% APR – Competition Heats Up
Rivian counters: 0% on 2025 R1T Quad Max, $6,500 lease cash, thru Feb 28th orders/March 3rd delivery. Stack my Rivian referral ($500 off) + Costco Auto (~$1–2K).
R2 incoming Q1/Q2 – wait if possible. True 3rd-row SUVs? Rivian/Lucid Gravity > others.
Giveaways, Promos & Shoutouts
Stream giveaways: Cybertruck/Cybercab windup racers to Oski Poppy & Sab – congrats!
Deals:
- Joa Accessories: Center consoles, phone mounts (use DENNIS for discount/free ship).
- EVJ Protector: 30% off DENNIS – unplug while charging!
- 3W Floor Mats: 35% off DENNIS35 + lifetime warranty.
- Sell to Plug: $3–5K more than Tesla/Carvana.
- Tesla Corsa Track Day: Feb 28th, DENNIS discount.
Join our secret Discord here – Elon might lurk! 😏
Final Thoughts
Incentives game is heating up – lock in now or strategize for financing bombs. Drop comments: 0% coming soon? Pending order worries? Model Y LR timeline?
Thanks for reading/watching! Hit like/subscribe, check links below. Catch the next stream at 5PM PT. See ya!
-Dennis
P.S. Recent meetup at Tesla Diner was 🔥 – top eats: burger, chicken sandwich, tuna melt. East Coast diner when?
