American Buys Tesla with 92% Discount, Fixes Major Issue for Only $80

An American recently bought a Tesla Model S P90D for just $10,300—roughly 92% off the original price of $140,000. Remarkably, he managed to fix the car’s main mechanical issue for only $80, according to Supercar Blondie.

Samcrac, the owner of a YouTube channel, purchased the used Tesla Model S P90D and immediately noticed a few problems. The biggest issue was the front electric motor, which the car’s system failed to detect. He brought the vehicle to a nearby Tesla service center, where he was told replacing the motor would cost $5,500.

Instead, the man contacted another YouTube creator who had faced the same issue. The solution turned out to be surprisingly simple: a $70 sensor and a 3D-printed inverter cover.

In the end, he repaired the Tesla for a total of $10,380, and the fix didn’t take much time.

American Buys “World’s Worst” Electric Car and Tests Its Range

Earlier, YouTuber Rich Rebuilds tested what’s often called one of the “worst electric cars in the world”—the Mitsubishi i-MiEV.

He purchased a used 2011 i-MiEV with 72,000 miles (~115,900 km) on the odometer. Given the model’s reputation, the numbers were not promising.

After charging, he hit the road, anxious about the limited range. To maximize distance, he avoided using the air conditioning and headlights.

Within a few miles, the i-MiEV began overheating and losing power. Just 3 miles into the drive, the dashboard warned that the battery was nearly empty.

This story highlights how careful research, creativity, and some technical know-how can save huge amounts on used electric cars.