2011 Tesla Roadster Auto
NSW • Private
38
Odometer226,000km
Body typeConvertible
FuelElectric
Est. range±
394km
Comments from the seller
Ultra-Rare 2011 Tesla Roadster, Right-Hand Drive, the Car That Started It All
Tesla has revealed its new Roadster, and the original is getting a fresh wave of attention. Only about 2,400 were built worldwide, and fewer than 50 of them are right-hand drive. Even most Tesla owners have never seen one in the flesh.
A genuine piece of automotive history. Only a handful of cars have changed the motoring world. The 1886 Benz Motorwagen started the industry, the 1908 Model T brought the production line, and the 1912 Cadillac's electric starter made petrol king. Then in 2008 the Roadster became the first electric car to get price, range, charge time, battery life and performance right. It was the proof of concept that Tesla was built on, and it kicked off the modern EV revolution. Of those landmark cars, it's the only one you'd actually want to drive every day.
Rarer every year. When the Model S arrived, Tesla took many Roadsters in as trade-ins and used them for parts. With accidents and dead batteries on top of that, far fewer survive today than were built. A Roadster is also the only car in space: SpaceX launched one into orbit around the sun in 2018.
The most fun Tesla ever made. You sit about 15 cm off the road, the manual rack-and-pinion steering feels like a go-kart, and it does 0 - 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds. It's raw and pure fun.
Original and freshly sorted:
Original motor, battery and inverter from new, all still in perfect condition
Recently serviced at Tesla Alexandria with over $12k spent
Brand new tyres
Premium four-camera wide-angle dash cam with phone connectivity, just fitted
Includes an uninstalled JdeMO DC fast-charging kit, which adds a CHAdeMO port for public rapid charging
Comes with the official Tesla aluminium service manuals
Eye-catching Fusion Red over premium black and red leather. It still turns heads everywhere it goes.
Features:
Bluetooth calls and music
Heated leather seats
Cruise control
USB and iPod connectivity
Premium leather steering wheel
ABS brakes and dual airbags
Staggered 16" and 17" alloys
Early Roadsters rarely come up for sale, and right-hand-drive ones almost never do. Genuine enquiries only, and reasonable offers will be considered.
Car details
øVehicle description
2.5 Roadster 2dr Reduction Gear 1sp 215kW
Powerplant type
Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Fusion Red
Interior colour
Black
Body type
Convertible, 2 doors, 2 seats
Est. range (NEDC)±
394km
Wall Socket Charge Voltage
240VV
HV Battery capacity
53.0kWh
Cost of finance
Registration plate
Check with seller
Build date
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Compliance date
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Roadworthy certificate
Cost to transportSponsored
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-12734224
Audio, Visual & Communication
Inputs
Aux input USB socket Input for iPod
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Controls
Multi-function control screen - colour
Safety & Security
Airbags
DriverPassenger
Seatbelts
Pretensioners 1st row (front)
Vehicle control
ABS (antilock brakes)Traction
Security
Central locking - remote/keylessEngine immobiliserAlarm
Comfort & Convenience
Air conditioning
Air conditioning
Driving
Cruise control
Floor mats
Floor mats
Drink holders
Cup holders - 1st row
Lights & Windows
Tail lights
Led
Power windows
Front only
Interior
Leather
Steering wheel
Seating
Heated
Heated
Wheels & Tyres
Rims
16" alloy wheels17" alloy wheels
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
2
Electrical
Electric Motor Battery Type
Lithium Ion
Electric Motor Current Type
AC
Wall Box Charging Voltage
240V V
Alternative Engine Charging Method
Mains/Regenerative
High Voltage Battery Amp Hours
141.3Ah
High Voltage Battery Capacity
53.0kWh
Electric Driving Range km (ADR)
394km
Alternative Engine Power
215.0kW
Alternative Engine Power rpm From
5000rpm
Alternative Engine Power rpm To
6000rpm
Alternative Engine Torque
370Nm
Alternative Engine Torque rpm From
1rpm
Alternative Engine Torque rpm To
5400rpm
Engine
Engine type
Electric
Engine Location
Mid-Rear
Generic Engine Type
Electric
Power to Weight Ratio
170.6kW/t
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9s
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
1
Gear Type
Reduction Gear
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Electric
Vehicle Emissions Star Rating
6.0 out of 6 stars
Greenhouse Rating
10
Air Pollution Rating
10
Green Star Rating
5
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Alloy
Front Rim Description
16x6.0
Rear Rim Description
17x7.5
Front Tyre Description
195/50 R16
Rear Tyre Description
225/45 R17
Dimensions & Weights
Length
3940mm
Width
1728mm
Height
1145mm
Wheelbase
2352mm
Track Front
1465mm
Track Rear
1501mm
Tare Mass
1260kg
Kerb Weight
1238kg
Gross Vehicle Mass
1460kg
Warranty & Service
Warranty in Years from First Registration
3yr
Warranty Customer Assistance
3yr Roadside
Other
Country of Origin
UNITED STATES
Launch Year
2011
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
Gen 1
Series
2.5
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
2
Body Style
Convertible
Overview
Representing the cutting edge of technology, Tesla's Roadster (based on the Lotus Elise) buries a number of myths about the electric car in general. Concerns about driving range are not valid, as the quoted ~400km/charge appears to be quite achievable, and performance is not sedate, but spectacular, with 100km/h coming up in less than 4 seconds (the Sport is quicker with its extra torque). The caveat? You'll need deep pockets and long arms to garage it, and the fast chargers need three-phase power for a 6.5 or 3hr turn-around. Via your normal 3-pin plug it takes up to 15hrs.
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Northern Territory
Approved
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Banned
Victoria
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Banned
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± “Driving range” shows the estimated number of kilometres that can be travelled by the vehicle before it needs to be recharged based on standardised testing conditions and procedures for a new vehicle (where available). The range is solely displayed to help you compare vehicles tested under the same technical procedures. The actual range of the vehicle will vary according to various factors, such as the age and condition of the vehicle and its battery, fitted accessories, driving style, use of heating/cooling functionalities, traffic conditions, vehicle load and weather conditions. Where available, carsales displays the WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure) range. If WLTP data is unavailable, the NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) range will be shown. If neither is available, the manufacturer’s claimed (OEM) range will be displayed. For more information about WLTP and how it’s calculated, read our editorial article here: https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/how-is-driving-range-measured-for-electric-cars-138663/
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