2008 Tesla Roadster 1.5

2008 Tesla Roadster, 39,321 miles from new

Original Owner, California Car, early production 1st 500 examples (#457). 

Meticulously and lovingly maintained from new by seasoned auto enthusiast\owner. No expense has been spared!!

$118,605 cost in when delivered new in 2010

We have extensive service records and Carfax for this carefully maintained early production example.

Garaged since new

Finished in Very Orange over Dark Grey Interior

Purchased with factory-supplied optional extras including:

Stereo Bundle $3,000.

Paint Armor     $1,495

39,321 miles from new at time of offering.

Accompanied by its original hardtop and bag, tool kit, and two keys

Comprehensive service history and Carfax (available upon request); the most recent annual service being carried out in April 2022.

Unveiled in July 2006, Tesla’s striking Roadster design represented not only the nascent company’s first foray into car production, but also the start of a new chapter in the annals of personal transportation. Based on a lengthened Lotus Elise chassis and featuring a 185 kW three-phase, four-pole AC electric motor, it offered not only sub-four second 0-60 mph performance and a top speed of 125 mph, but also an impressive range of almost 250 miles. Significantly, the Roadster was the first all-electric, serial production car to gain US Highway approval and, in retrospect, is viewed as the genesis of a company which in 2021 produced almost one million cars. This particular example was purchased new in Hermosa Beach, California in 2009 including standard features such as ABS, Traction Control, Cruise Control and Air Conditioning; the included window sticker documents a sticker price of $107,495 plus options.

As one of the initial batch of 500 first generation Roadsters produced between March 2008 and May 2009 – indeed, just the 457th production Tesla ever made – this car boasts a singular appeal, not to mention significant future collector and investment potential. Supported by a complete service history, most recently brought up to date in April 2022. It is accompanied by its original hardtop, tools, and charging equipment.

Vehicle Equipment

Exterior Features

·         16″ x 6″ front & 17″ x 7.5″ rear forged light alloy wheels

·         175/55R16 front & 225/45R17 rear tires

·         Halogen headlamps

·         LED tail lights

·         Tire inflator/sealant

Interior Features

·         Accessory power outlet

·         Cruise control

·         Electric air conditioning & heater

·         Heated sport seats w/lumbar support

·         Pwr windows

·         Retractable cup holder

·         Security PIN for vehicle starting ??

·         Three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel

·         Touch screen vehicle information display

·         Valet mode

Mechanical Features

·         375-volt AC induction air-cooled electric motor w/variable frequency drive

·         4-wheel ventilated disc brakes w/regenerative braking

·         Battery heater for cold weather charging

·         Bonded extruded aluminum monoque chassis

·         Front & rear independent wishbone suspension w/co-axial coil spring/telescopic damper

·         Front & rear sway bars

·         Microprocessor-controlled lithium-ion battery pack

·         Rack & pinion pwr steering

·         Rear wheel drive

·         Single speed gearbox

Safety Features

·             4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)

·             Driver & passenger airbags

·             Emergency trunk release

·             Front & rear crumple zones

·             Integrated head restraints

·             Rigid occupant safety cell

·             Seatbelt pretensioners

·             Side impact door beams

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