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OWNING A MODEL X: Mark Templeton’s impressions!

  • Posted by Sylvain Juteau
  • On 14/12/2015
  • 12 Comments
  • Founder Model X, Mark Templeton
  • Categories: EV ownership experience, Tesla Model X, Tesla Motors

Credits: All photos and videos were taken by Mark Templeton and we have his written permission to publish here.

Mark Templeton is well known for his accomplishments in the software sector: he was the CEO of Citrix Systems from 2001 to 2015!  But he is also a longtime Tesla fan … at such point that he received the 3rd Model X delivered.  After more than 2 months of ownership, he shares his experience with the best SUV ever built!


I’ve now had the X since Sept 29 and have enjoyed every thrilling moment. I thought I’d share photos and videos of some of the experiences I’ve had since Elon handed the key to my daughter and me at the Model X Launch Event.

 

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Mark Templeton’s Ocean Blue Founder Model X

The album is posted here:

https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0T5nhQSTmmhhC

The first question I get is “how did you get VIN3?” Truth is, I’ve always been “the first kid on my block…” and Tesla is no different. I’ve been blessed to get Roadster VIN 16 and Model S VIN 20 as well, getting an early, first-hand experience with the Tesla vision for all-electric transportation. I have to say that the cars have been consistently reliable and flawless – quite an accomplishment for early serial numbers of ANY new product!

The delivery of the X was a truly wonderful experience. Backstage, we got our new owner orientation and some time to MT-MXF-Keys-pdrool over this amazing vehicle. The Tesla team was awesome – making every moment a joy before the event kicked off. We met engineers, service techs, execs and events team who answered lots of “inside baseball” questions. To my wonderful surprise, my friend of 30+ years, Mark Tebbe, was there to receive VIN5! That was one of the best moments of the evening, since we hadn’t seen each other in 15 years.

Tesla gave me dealer plates so I could drive the car in California before shipping it to my home in Florida – about a week before Thanksgiving. The Tesla West Palm Beach team did a great job with the delivery. We loaded up and did a road trip to Raleigh from South Florida. The supercharger experience was great! Every Tesla owner you meet there has a fabulous set of stories to share – and great travel tips. The superchargers are well-located and I got 350 mph charging at a couple of them. I dropped in on the Tesla Raleigh team so they could touch the excitement. I also visited my alma mater – NC State College of Design – and let students check it out. Our hotel – The Umstead – is a member of the Tesla Destinations program. Universally, this car has a magnetic personality.

I have to admit that I like it better than my Model S. In the fossil fuel world, I like the Porsche zCayenne over the Panamera for the same reason – it’s a sports car, a sedan, and an SUV. The multi-purpose aspect of the X is stunning. The storage space is amazing. In fact, the deep trunk allows two of the 34″ rolling luggage pieces to stand side-by-side! Add the folding third row, it far exceeds SUVs of similar size. The underseat space is great – more comfortable for passengers and added space for storage. The seats are by far the best of any vehicle I’ve owned – design, comfort and function. And, I love how the middle row sets tilt and slide.

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3 Tesla’s! Model X F00003, Model S F00020 and Roadster F00016!

From a quality perspective, you’d think VIN 3 would have issues. It was likely “hand built” on the production line, and it’s been almost flawless. Sometimes, the Falcon Wings pause when opening – taking a failsafe approach to avoid striking anything. I like the false-positive approach – especially as the sonar in the doors gets more sophisticated over time. As Elon said, it’s FAST! Ludicrous mode makes acceleration from 30 mph just like at 0 mph! Smooth, continuous, multi-G acceleration – pure joy at the tip of your foot!

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The Model X is a crowd magnet!

 


I’ve recently been through the factory and there are X’s being assembled in various stages throughout. I know so many are waiting with great anticipation and some impatience. I don’t blame you but feel sure you’ll find it worth the wait. I remember my roadster being postponed several times, waiting 3-4 years for it. The priority being placed around quality of the product and ownership experience is second to none. That takes time and tremendous attention to detail. Tesla is amazing at that.

-Mark Templeton


More videos and pictures of Mark’s Model X:

Mark Templeton’s Founder Model X

Videos of Mark’s Model X

 

If this article (or another of my articles) helped convince you to purchase a Tesla Model S, take advantage of Tesla’s referral program to get a rebate! Hurry! The program ends December 31st, 2015! See links below for more information.

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12 Comments

Richard Rahl
  • 2015-12-14 13:28:56
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Can you confirm whether the front ventilated seats are just the seat bottom, or also the seatbacks?
    Sylvain Juteau
    Sylvain Juteau
    • 2015-12-14 17:04:03
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    Hello Richard, I sent your question directly to Mark. As soon as I get his response I will post it here. Thanks!
Ron Sexton
  • 2015-12-14 16:07:21
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Beautiful car! Since your model S is an early one and missing later tech that was added I can believe you like your model X better. Even giving equality the X is newer and 'shiny'! I would contemplate it more but given the wait time, may think about it more later. Plus in the future when batteries come down in price, the price may come down a bit.
mule ferguson
  • 2015-12-14 16:53:16
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Wow He was in Raleigh and no one told me in advance.$%^^&&**)_
Richard
  • 2015-12-15 07:31:28
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The album link near the top of the article goes nowhere.
    Sylvain Juteau
    Sylvain Juteau
    • 2015-12-15 07:56:17
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    Hello Richard, Which one is it? I just tested all links and they all work for me.
      TK
      • 2015-12-15 14:47:44
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      The https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0T5nhQSTmmhhC link is correct but the underlying link goes through Facebook first.
        Sylvain Juteau
        Sylvain Juteau
        • 2015-12-15 19:44:10
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        Hello! Ok I corrected the link. Thanks very much for pointing out the problem! :-)
Joachim Achtzehnter
  • 2015-12-18 00:28:15
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With the huge windshield on the Model X, about which Elon was talking during the launch, and which looks as if it goes pretty high towards the roof, how does this affect the ability to see properly when driving towards the sun? I don't see any sun visors on the photographs either, how does this work?
Gary G
  • 2015-12-18 17:41:12
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The sun visors are on the A pillar, folding out when needed.
john competello
  • 2016-01-27 00:38:38
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note for Mark: will be in WPB area in early-mid february (home in NY) so will miss tesla road show for x in Manhattan and Long Island. any possibility of seeing/touching (lightly) your X near WPB during this time? Will it be at SC at all? thanks. jpcompetello@yahoo.com
Tatra Gary
  • 2016-04-13 12:29:39
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here's a guy that did a range test with his X pulling a super lightweight Bowlus travel trailer. Wish I could pull with my S. http://www.bowlusroadchief.com/blog/
 

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