“Measures to prevent resale of used goods?” Used Tesla Cybertruck sales banned
Tesla banned used sales of Cybertrucks for one year after purchase. The Cybertruck is the first pickup truck model launched by Tesla and is scheduled to be delivered to customers. In particular, consumers' expectations are high as it took a long time from the car's unveiling to its official launch.
According to foreign media, Tesla included in the Cybertruck order terms and conditions that the consumer agree not to sell or attempt to sell the vehicle within one year after receiving it. It also included information that in order to prevent the transfer of ownership of the vehicle, damages in the amount of $50,000 or the amount received for selling the vehicle, whichever is greater, may be requested.
In addition, Tesla fundamentally controlled the sale of used cars for one year after purchasing the vehicle, including the clause that it may no longer sell any vehicles to customers who violate this rule.
This measure is because the Cybertruck was initially scheduled to be released in limited quantities, and some of the customers who shipped it may resell it at a premium. Even in the domestic market, ‘resale’, a form of purchasing a quantity that is in short supply and selling it back at a premium, is causing controversy.
Tesla's action prevented even secret used car transfer transactions. Tesla's autonomous driving specification, ‘FSD (Full Self-Driving)’ specification, is operated on a monthly subscription basis of $199, and this is because buyers cannot transfer the function without Tesla approval when selling used cars.
However, the sale of used vehicles is not prohibited. After notifying Tesla, you can sell a used car if there is sufficient reason to sell it. At this time, it is also impossible to sell it at a premium, and it can be disposed of to Tesla at a cost that reflects the depreciation.
Netizens’ opinions regarding these measures vary. There were negative opinions such as “Does it make sense that you cannot freely dispose of property purchased with your own money?” and “This seems to have crossed the line,” as well as positive opinions such as “It is perfect for preventing repatriation.”
Meanwhile, Tesla announced that the Tesla Cybertruck will initially be released for $39,900, but it is expected to rise significantly due to rising material costs.