Step 1: Choose Your Model
Model 3 from $38,990 | Model Y from $44,990 | Cybertruck from $59,990 | Model S from $74,990 | Model X from $79,990
Step 2: Configure
Choose trim, color ($0–$2,000), wheels, interior, and FSD ($8,000 or $99/month). Pro tip: Skip the FSD purchase — a referral code gives you free months to try it: https://www.tesla.com/referral/peter25679
Step 3: Choose Payment
Cash, Tesla financing (soft pull initially), lease, or third-party bank/credit union.
Step 4: Place Order
$250 refundable deposit. You’ll need a driver’s license and payment method.
Step 5: Wait for VIN
Current wait times: Model 3/Y: 1–4 weeks | Cybertruck: 2–8 weeks | Model S/X: 4–12 weeks.
Step 6: Pre-Delivery Tasks
Upload insurance, finalize financing, upload license, schedule delivery appointment. Do these quickly.
Step 7: Delivery Day
Bring license, insurance card, and payment confirmation. Inspect thoroughly — check paint, panel gaps, glass, wheels, interior. Report issues within 72 hours via the app.
Step 8: After Delivery
Set up phone key, configure charging schedule (off-peak hours), set charge limit to 80%, and explore features.