Tesla says reservations are non transferable in the agreement.

https://www.tesla.com/sites/default/files/pdfs/model_3_reservation_agreement.pdf

 

Thanks for the reply! That is the situation I'm trying to see if there is a workaround to (besides the written permission). I would be in control of the MyTesla account, which would then be registered underneath my name.

I'm assuming Tesla has already thought of this as a possibility and falls underneath their rule.

 

Thanks for the reply! That is the situation I'm trying to see if there is a workaround to

The only workaround I know of is the fairly obvious one. Have your buddy order & purchase the car, then purchase it from him immediately after delivery. Neither one of you will get the federal rebate with this approach though.

Another option: leave him as the official owner, but you make all the car payments & actually possess the car. Not sure how the insurance works in that case. And it requires a lot of trust between you two.

 

They don't allow transfers to prevent people from profiting off their reservations, so no, there is not a workaround

 

Garsh-that would be insurance fraud. There is no way around it.

 

No, that's not insurance fraud. It's just a non-typical situation. He does have to make sure that he's listed as the primary driver, even if his friend is insuring it.
http://www.carinsurancecomparison.com/can-i-insure-my-friends-car/

 

Another question:

Anyone know if it is possible to postpone the car when Tesla invites us to make the configuration and move on ?
My question is, If I want to delay buying the car for 1 or 2 years, for example, if it is possible to do it without losing the place in the queue.
When my time arrives, I would simply have a place reserved for ordering immediately, because my place in the queue would have arrived a long time ago.

Or do you think you would lose the place and go back to last?
It does not make sense...

 

You can delay your configuration indefinitely. You can also delay your delivery but only about 4 months. With Model 3 I have no idea what it does to your spot in the queue of it even has been determined.

Nobody but Tesla knows what their production and queue schedules are. It clearly says that any new reservations can't expect cars until the second half of 2018 at the moment.

All that I know is that my portion in the queue only determines when I get the call to configure in my geographical area. When they produce it and deliver it is a complete mystery.

 

@garsh only a fool would insure someone like this. Sorry.

 

That's a very different thing than blurting out that it's tax fraud.

I'm not saying it's a smart thing to do. But if him and his friend are tight, and they both want this to work, then I'm pointing out that there's a way to do so legally, without running afoul of Tesla's T&C, and still obtain the federal tax credit. But it requires a lot of trust between the two parties.

 

This is an interesting thread I found regarding this issue. https://forums.tesla.com/forum/forums/confusion-about-existing-owner-priority

According to some previous owners, Tesla matches previous owners with email addresses. This doesn't confirm any theory about the names, but it does show that it will link the car to any Tesla account activated with that address. I emailed a DS that I have been in contact with about this situation

 

Has anyone of you got this email from Tesla ?

 

Haven't seen that one.

 

A very quick survey I answered in less than 5 mins.

 

What were the questions?

 

I would suspect that was another local Tesla division attempting to convert Model ☰ reservations to Model S sales, maybe....

 

@MelindaV
Makes total sense.
Because a friend of mine who reserved before me, in April, was invited to a Test-Drive on Model S.
They are making a lot of Test-Drives and showing the cars around Portugal, from North to South.

 

Hi! New here too...might be a dumb question but...if I reserved 2 model 3's under my name, does that mean they will both be under my name once purchased? Thanks

 

Are you asking if you can transfer (or sell) your reservation to somebody else? I believe the answer is "no". You can try calling Tesla and asking them if they'll allow it.

 

You know what guys? Forget it. It was an honest and legitimate question.

Maybe you misunderstood or cannot comprehend. I reserved 2. Logically and realisticallly one person does not need to be driving two Tesla's by him/herself. Thus, one of them is intended to be for a spouse, family member, etc. Question remains. Since reservation does not necessarily mean purchasing the car, once time comes, can the cars I reserved each by put under the respective and intended owner's name? Not selling my reservation but when I reserved two, it was one for me and one for my wife.

Does that make it clear? Not trying to sell my "reservation" which I can clearly read on Tesla website is not transferable.

 

You know what guys? Forget it. It was an honest and legitimate question.

Apologies if my reply implied otherwise. It was not meant to. I did indeed consider it a legitimate question & tried to answer it.

Here's the Tesla Model 3 Reservation Agreement.
Note this part:
"Your Reservation is not transferable or assignable to another party without the prior written approval of Tesla."
That's why I recommended calling Tesla to see if they'd allow it. For immediate family members, they probably would.

 

you can register the car (with your state) to whoever you like. you, your wife, your mother, kid, etc). Tesla only cares that you are the one responsible for paying for the car you've ordered.

 

Hi there M3OC!! My friend Eric and I waited in line on March 30/31 of 2016 (Rocklin, CA) for about 16 hours and both got our reservations early on we were 21 & 22 in line. Since that time Eric has decided that the Model 3 will not have all he was hoping for (and will be a step down from his current Lexus). I have a 1998 Saturn SL so I am on the edge of my seat can not wait to get my Model 3!! Anyways he is wondering if there is a way he could sell/transfer/trade his reservation slot? Or would the only option be to keep it buy the car then sell it right away? Anyways love coming by here to read up on all things Tesla and Model 3.

And just for fun.
my ideal model 3 specs(in order of priority)

1. All wheel drive
2. 300+mile range battery(my parents live far a way and 300 would get me there and back on 1 charge)
3. high amp charger
4. premium upgrade package
5. sound system
6. next gen seats/leather seats

won't be able to afford it all but nice to daydream!

 

The reservations are non transferable but fully refundable .

He can cancel on tesla's website.

 

The reservations are non transferable but fully refundable .

He can cancel on tesla's website.

I'm sure Adam meant to say, "cancel and receive full refund" on the Tesla website

 

The reservation agreement says:
"Your Reservation is not transferable or assignable to another party without the prior written approval of Tesla."

So, your friend could call Tesla and ask to transfer the reservation to somebody else.

My guess is that there's a chance they'd allow a transfer to a close relative, and no chance that they'd allow one to sell a reservation on craigslist.

 

I made two reservations within three hours of opening at Yorkdale. My relative that I reserved for does not want to go through with the purchase due to circumstances.

Is there any way of transferring this car to someone else (unrelated) without having to pay HST? I know we can't transfer the reservation. What about after the car comes off the lot?

 

I made two reservations within three hours of opening at Yorkdale. My relative that I reserved for does not want to go through with the purchase due to circumstances.

Is there any way of transferring this car to someone else (unrelated) without having to pay HST? I know we can't transfer the reservation. What about after the car comes off the lot?

Remember you can cancel a reservation at any time before you convert to a final order and you will get your $1,000 refunded to whichever card you used within a couple of weeks... Sounds like the easiest thing to go in your situation.

 

Thanks Michael. I'm aware of the refund policy. I just think it's a shame to throw away an early reservation.

 

True, and sorry, I imagine you did. It's just that it seems like the simplest way to deal with a case where one of you two does not really want/need the car any longer, as opposed to waiting until you can order, making a selection of options, paying it and and only then reselling it... All of that is doable of course, just feels like a lot of hassle when you can merely cancel... and make somebody else happy who will move up one spot in line...

Actually, not just somebody, truly all the ones (including me ) behind that somebody... Yet, by all means, don't do it just for me...!

 

If you go back to my OP, I know it's non-transferable. I'm also aware that I can sell it. I'm looking for non-taxable options. Looks like there are none.

 

Reading comprehension failure

 

So my brother of another mother (yes literally, same dad) went with the X and his wife put the smack down on him getting the 3 also. He said I could have his reservation since he was an X owner it would move it up the line. Seeing that "Your Reservation is not transferable or assignable to another party without the prior written approval of Tesla." I called them to explain the situation. I was told my brother should configure and make the $2500 payment. Then when the sales associate called he could transfer the car at that time. I asked what was required and he only said the sales associate would cover that. Seems they would offer something written per their own verbiage. So now we're nervous since the $2500 isn't refundable and we're not a "traditional family". We never lived in the same home. I'm in no hurry as I want the white interior. But after the bump of an entire quarter I would feel safer having the option if it appears the white interior could cost me $7500. If in my shoes what would you do at this point?

 

As soon as the $2,500 is paid, the car is confirmed. Next step is to complete details about the buyer. He'll be able to put your information in for everything (title of the car, financing, delivery location, etc.). You take the car, it's yours 100% all the way. After delivery you'll email servicehelpna@tesla.com and request that the car be transferred from your brothers accounting to "your account". Cc your brother at this email address registered with Tesla. Ask him to Reply All confirming the transfer is approved from his perspective. Tesla will complete in 3-5 business days.

DONE!

 

@Steam613 In your shoes, I would take the offer, take the black interior and take the joy of finally getting the car I've been obsessing over for 2 years.

More seriously, you shouldn't have any problem with the transfer. It's been done before...

 

As soon as the $2,500 is paid, the car is confirmed. Next step is to complete details about the buyer. He'll be able to put your information in for everything (title of the car, financing, delivery location, etc.). You take the car, it's yours 100% all the way. After delivery you'll email servicehelpna@tesla.com and request that the car be transferred from your brothers accounting to "your account". Cc your brother at this email address registered with Tesla. Ask him to Reply All confirming the transfer is approved from his perspective. Tesla will complete in 3-5 business days.

DONE!

So then . . . it *is* possible and fairly straightforward to step in the shoes of an invitee and get the M3 that way?? I have a friend who reserved a M3, then decided the S was better for him and got one. As expected, his place in line for the M3 was accelerated and he got an invite last week.

He's happy with the S, and isn't going to get the 3, and so he offered his position to me (for no fee - he's just giving his position to me). I told him I didn't think it was possible, as we aren't related and a close relation seems to be the only exception for a transfer.

But now I see . . . . that it sounds like they don't really require "proof" of relation, and you just add one's own details in the buyer section, and the car is "yours" (mine, as it were, and then I'd just use my funds to buy it, I suppose).

I'm probably missing something, but if not, I'd love to relieve my friend's "burden" of his un-usable 3 invite . . .

 

Truth be told I don't really know the answer as my case was a true direct family relationship.

 

I have a brother in California who owns an X and has no plans for a 3.
I have a 3/31 online reservation for a 3 but lives in Texas (too far from a Tesla store to line up on 3/31).
Original window for delivery was December now it is April to June (maybe).
My last car was stolen during Hurricane Harvey, so I've been sharing my kid's car for the last four months.
I keep hoping that my 3 will be here soon, so have been putting off buying a new car.
I am even seriously considering jumping ship for the Jag if it was available today.

Question is can I merge my Tesla account with my brother's and purchase the 3 under my name?
Is it easier for him to place an order on his account and change the information later?
Can I have it deliver to Texas rather than picking it up in California?
And is there any tax consequences (ie. California sales tax versus Texas sales tax)?

Thanks for any help,
CJ

 

I have a brother in California who owns an X and has no plans for a 3.
I have a 3/31 online reservation for a 3 but lives in Texas (too far from a Tesla store to line up on 3/31).
Original window for delivery was December now it is April to June (maybe).
My last car was stolen during Hurricane Harvey, so I've been sharing my kid's car for the last four months.
I keep hoping that my 3 will be here soon, so have been putting of buying a new car.
I am even seriously considering jumping ship for the Jag if it was available today.

Question is can I merge my Tesla account with my brother's and purchase the 3 under my name?
Can I have it deliver to Texas rather than picking it up in California?
And is there any tax consequences (ie. California sales tax versus Texas sales tax)?

Thanks for any help,
CJ

Basically you would transfer your 3/31 reservation to your brother. It would likely get invited to configure with the next batch of invites after that transfer goes through. From there you order the car and give the $2,500 deposit. It will ask you for the registration name (you'll enter your name, not your brother's name). Then it will ask for your delivery zip code (again you enter yours and not your brothers). That's basically it. The car will be 100% yours. Not tax issues or any other issues besides what is a major delay in getting the car transferred back to your Tesla account. It will be stuck under your brother's account for likely the better part of 2 months (I'm still 5 weeks past delivery and the car isn't in my account yet).