Used car seller Minnesota Value Motors posted a TikTok showing a 2013 Tesla Model S listed at $8,500, drawing attention because the original MSRP was far higher. The post highlights the car’s condition and exterior features while noting the low asking price.
Industry outlets note that older EV battery packs degrade and can fail more frequently; InsideEVs reports older packs are more prone to failure, and Tesla says the 2013 Model S battery is no longer under warranty. Repair estimates cited range from roughly $13,000–$20,000 at Tesla service centers to about $9,000–$14,000 at independent shops, according to Electron.
The 2013 Model S uses the older MCU1 infotainment module, and Tesla offers an MCU2 upgrade for about $1,500; Find My Electric recommends the upgrade to avoid eMMC-related issues and to gain smoother updates and FSD access. Buyers considering a low-priced 2013 Model S should factor potential battery and electronics costs into total ownership.
This report is based on information originally published by Motor 1.
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