Making the final payment

[rizvend]

This is a poll about making the final payment. I keep getting messages about completing the final payment task, but I am hesitant to pay before delivery. I have linked my checking account in the Plaid app, so Tesla can verify funds, but I would like to wait until delivery to make the payment. Has anyone paid via Plaid at delivery? Or is the preference to get a cashier's check at the bank? Plaid seems like less of a hassle, but I am curious if it works just as well as a check when you come to pick up the truck

No hassle. Got confirmation almost instantly with Plaid.

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[Dazureus]

I am also in Michigan and the Ann Arbor dealership stated no problem with a cashiers check at delivery.

This is the text I got in the app. No trade in and paying cash.

 

[personage]

When I bought my MYP this year,I wired my funds near the day of pick-up….is the ability to wire funds no longer an option?

It's still an option. The text I received from the service center said that they would need proof of wire transfer emailed to them prior to delivery, so this means I would need to wire the funds before seeing the truck.

 

[personage]

I am also in Michigan and the Ann Arbor dealership stated no problem with a cashiers check at delivery.

Did the service center ask you to email them a photo of the check prior to delivery for verification?

 

[Venusfly]

So I admit, there seem to be some inconsistencies. I have not received such a message, but have been to the dealership a few times. I just send them a message to clarify.

 

[Venusfly]

Did the service center ask you to email them a photo of the check prior to delivery for verification?

No, they did not. But I have a text confirmation that states: “For the down payment we can take it at delivery if that's easiest. Otherwise you can bring it in ahead of time.” I just send a message to please clarify.

 

[Zorro]

When did Tesla transfer the funds? Was it instantaneous, or did they wait to deliver the truck before initiating the transfer?

I paid on a Friday and by Monday the funds were out. I did pay early. I’m not too worried about it.

 

[carsly]

I found my truck in the holding lot and did a pre pre-delivery inspection. No one hanging over my shoulder and plenty of time to examine fit and finish. I can't open the vehicle yet, but everything looked good. If you can find out where they hold the vehicles before delivery this is your best bet.

 

[personage]

For the record, I was able to pay via the app at delivery after inspecting the truck. The payment was instantaneous. I picked up the Cybertruck on Friday, and funds remained in my bank account until the following Tuesday (Monday was Memorial Day).

Not pre-paying in advance did not cause any delay at delivery.

 

[Ondood]

I signed in to link my checking account. I got confirmation emails from my bank and from Tesla that my account is now linked. There is a blue Pay button, but I have not pressed it.

I thought that linking would be sufficient for Tesla to confirm the funds, but I still got a text reminder today to complete the payment task. I responded that I linked my checking account and I plan to pay at delivery. Just want to make sure this would work just as seamless as handing them a cashier's check, but save me a trip to the bank.





















If you're looking for a seamless way to pay without making a trip to the bank, consider using a virtual card like linkpay.io . It’s a convenient option that allows you to make payments quickly and securely, without needing to visit the bank or deal with physical checks. Plus, it can save you time and offer extra benefits like cashback or bonuses on your transactions. If you're still unsure, it could be helpful to confirm with Tesla's customer service that everything is set for delivery. They can help clarify if any extra steps are needed before completing the payment.

It sounds like you’re on the right track! Linking your checking account is usually the first step, but sometimes there might still be a small confirmation step or additional action required to finalize everything. The text reminder could just be an automated prompt to ensure all the payment steps are fully completed.

It’s totally understandable to want the process to be as seamless as possible. As long as your bank account is linked and the funds are available, paying at delivery should work just like a cashier's check, but with the convenience of not having to visit the bank. If you’re still unsure, it might be a good idea to double-check with Tesla’s customer service to confirm everything is set for delivery. They should be able to clarify if there's anything else you need to do before the payment is processed.

 

[personage]

It sounds like you’re on the right track! Linking your checking account is usually the first step, but sometimes there might still be a small confirmation step or additional action required to finalize everything. The text reminder could just be an automated prompt to ensure all the payment steps are fully completed.

It’s totally understandable to want the process to be as seamless as possible. As long as your bank account is linked and the funds are available, paying at delivery should work just like a cashier's check, but with the convenience of not having to visit the bank. If you’re still unsure, it might be a good idea to double-check with Tesla’s customer service to confirm everything is set for delivery. They should be able to clarify if there's anything else you need to do before the payment is processed.

Linking was sufficient. I did not need to pay in advance, and it did not cause any delay. I was able to pay via the app at delivery after inspecting the truck, and the payment was instantaneous.

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