My 200K mile Tesla Pt 1: 78% less expensive than a gas vehicle

Spreadsheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/13VYJvB3MZ4m5uXYA49cBqTlp6Cot7I3xv5FVhB6eKqI Tire video: https://youtu.be/Uk-_oz3baaE Background: I purchased my 2013 Model S three years old with 16,000 miles. I originally began considering the Tesla due to what I thought was a significantly less expensive cost to operate the car than my current vehicle at the time, the Subaru Legacy. Due to me driving more than 50,000 miles a year, the thought was to reduce the cost to fuel my vehicle - and if I could do that by buying an electric car - well known to be more efficient in total emissions - it would be a win-win. This is the first of a three part video series on my experience with my Tesla. Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss the next two parts in my series where I cover battery degradation and overall wear and tear. 1) Costs A few disclaimers: -This analysis does not include monthly payment or insurance since these things vary significantly by owner. -Numbers outside of my specific use of my Tesla and my specific use case should be considered estimates -The purpose of this analysis was to get an idea of how much money I saved in operational costs by going electric -For brevity’s sake I’m giving you a summary of my findings, I’ll make the spreadsheet of my calculations available in the video description Fuel Costs: Audi A7 Subaru Legacy Tesla Model S 75 Cost comparison Cost per mile % Difference The delta between my Tesla and the Audi and Subaru becomes even more dramatic when you factor in European pricing for fuel. Service/Repairs: -I did have a 50,000 mile warranty when I purchased the car. This is why you see so many initial repairs covered by warranty. -Most issues seem to be isolated to quality of parts, not wearing out. This is likely due to it being an early production version with a VIN in the low 8,000. -Number of items fixed dropped by 69% from year one to year two, and then 40% from year to to year three Maintenance: -Not surprisingly, the most costly maintenance I’ve seen have been the tires. Summary: -When I first began looking at a Tesla it was a huge step up in price from my Subaru. However, my initial hypothesis revealed it should have been less expensive to operate even the host of the vehicle with more. -Today, I can confirm that my initial hypothesis was correct. -The cost to operate my Model S over 200K miles is significantly less than a gas vehicle -Even the total cost to power my Tesla is still less expensive than just the cost to fuel a similar priced car. ***************** Tesla referral code: http://ts.la/sean510 Become a Patreon supporter: https://www.patreon.com/seanmmitchell Like Tesla: http://www.youtube.com/LikeTesla Now You Know: https://www.youtube.com/nowyouknowchannel Hyperchange: TV https://www.youtube.com/hyperchangetv Teslanomics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbEbf0-PoSuHD0TgMbxomDg Products I use: Canon 80D: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H8CWRBM/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_XHYIBb4RC08QH JOBY GorillaPod 3K Kit. Compact Tripod 3K Stand and Ballhead 3K for Compact Mirrorless Cameras or Devices up to 3K (6.6lbs). Black/Charcoal: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074WC9YKL/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Rode VMGO Video Mic GO Lightweight On-Camera Microphone Super-Cardioid: https://www.amazon.com/Rode-VMGO-Lightweight-Microphone-Super-Cardioid/dp/B00GQDORA4/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1537461907&sr=1-3&keywords=rode+microphone Michelin X-Ice Xi3 Winter Radial Tire - 245/45R19/XL 102H: http://amzn.to/2DyiHUc iOttie Easy One Touch 4: http://amzn.to/2Bs3SR6 KobraTech Mini Cell Phone Tripod: http://amzn.to/2sJMOH2 #Tesla #ModelS #ElonMusk