Really bizarre call the other day. I think Musk's performance of late is all the proof you ever need that EVERYONE needs checks and balances.
The major manufacturers who are highly experienced at mass production and some of them with very good quality control are all working hard to release competing vehicles in the near future.
I would not be one to give Musk (an interest free unsecured loan on one of his cars, otherwise known as a deposit) with his arrogant and irrational performance of late.
I think the odds on the company being around to honor the full tenure of an eight year warranty are lower than 50 / 50.
I think their current Tesla S is a pretty good car but priced above where it really should be so when the price comes down to a more realistic level, maybe.
Two questions resonate with me regarding Tesla cars.
1. Why be an early adopter and give them an unsecured interest free deposit on a very expensive car when you might not ever see it delivered ?
2. What's a second hand Tesla worth if they go out of business ?
In terms of their shares...I cannot see anything to recommend them.