# Second Hand Electric Cars Used Model 3 Cars Will Be Sold by Tesla Online By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-06-18 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/used-model-3-cars References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/06/15/tesla-sells-used-model-3-online/) & [tesla](https://www.tesla.com) Previously, [Tesla's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-releases-new-model) Used Model 3 Cars were only available for purchase from previous owners. Tesla will make a move to now [sell these cars on its website](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-and-amazon-autos). The cars are currently available online in the San Francisco Bay Area and have a rough $40,000 price point for 2017 Long Range models. As the market for electric cars continues to grow, so does the [second-hand market](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotdepot). However, the resales of electric vehicles bring unique challenges, as safety is a concern for the company that may look to regulate the second-hand sale of its vehicles. Before the used model 3 cars can be sold, they must go through a 70-point inspection. After the inspection, one of two warranty options are available, the first is a four-year 50,000-mile warranty, and the second is a two-year 10,000-mile warranty. Image Credit: Shutterstock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Growing Second-hand Electric Car Market:** The rise in popularity of electric cars leads to an increase in the second-hand market, providing opportunities for sellers and buyers alike. - **Regulating Second-hand Electric Car Sales:** As safety concerns arise, regulations may be implemented to ensure the proper inspection and sale of second-hand electric vehicles. - **Warranty Options for Used Electric Cars:** Offering warranty options for used electric cars increases consumer confidence and incentivizes the purchase of second-hand electric vehicles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can take advantage of the growing second-hand electric car market by expanding their offerings and services to cater to buyers and sellers. - **Online Retail Industry:** As Tesla sells used electric cars on their website, the online retail industry can explore similar opportunities to create a platform for buying and selling second-hand electric vehicles. - **Automotive Inspection and Certification Services:** The need for thorough inspections and certifications for second-hand electric cars creates opportunities for businesses specializing in automotive inspection and certification services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight Electric Vehicle Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-releases-new-model.md) - [Streamlined Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/model-3-standard.md) - [Entry-Level Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-2-long-range.md) - [High-Efficiency Tech-Packed EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-model-y.md) - [High-Performance Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-bz3.md) - [Upcoming Sustainable Cybertrucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cybertruck.md) - [Electric Ride-Share Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uber-and-hertz.md) - [Car-Buying E-Commerce Sites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cazoo.md) - [EV Buyback Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bz4x-buyback.md)