Why Tesla's Design Chief Preserved His Model S Plaid #001

21-08-2026 14:46 via motor1.com

Why Tesla's Design Chief Preserved His Model S Plaid #001

Franz von Holzhausen sends his Model S Plaid Signature Edition chassis 001 to Unplugged Performance for preservation, prioritizing paint and interior over extra power.

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