a man takes a selfie with a Tesla in the dark
Lambrecht and his Tesla Model 3.
  • Andrew Lambrecht bought a used Tesla Model 3 for $26,000 plus state taxes in 2023.
  • Despite high mileage, his car has been mostly worry-free, cheap to operate, and enjoyable to drive.
  • He says despite some rattles and interior noises, he would consider buying another used Tesla.

Last spring, I found a used 2019 Tesla Model 3 listed for sale just a few miles from where I live. It was a great deal and even featured the Full-Self Driving upgrade, an option that costs $15,000 on new models.