| Basic Vehicle Info | Features & Options | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIN | Year | 2008 |
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Rear Camera |
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Can Jr. Adapter | |
| Transmission | Automatic | Mileage |
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Hard Top |
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Can Sr. Adapter | |
| Body Type | 2 Door Coupe | Make | Tesla |
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Soft Top |
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Brake Upgrade |
| Warranty | As Is | Model | Roadster |
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Carbon Fiber Hard Top |
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GMC Rebuilt PEM |
| 0-60 MPH | 3.7 | Battery Size | 53 kWh |
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12V Battery Relocation |
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Sport Version |
| Fuel Type | 100% Electric | C.A.C. |
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LED Headlights |
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OVMS Upgrade | |
| Exterior Color | Range @ 85% |
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Infotainment Group |
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R80 Battery Pack | ||
| Additional Info | Collectible Accessory |
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Carbon Fiber Ext Trim |
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Executive Leather | ||
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HID Headlights |
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Carbon Fiber Hood Vanes | ||||
| VIN | |||
| Year | 2008 | ||
| Transmission | Automatic | ||
| Mileage | |||
| Body Type | 2 Door Coupe | ||
| Make | Tesla | ||
| Model | Roadster | ||
| Warranty | As Is | ||
| 0-60 MPH | 3.7 | ||
| Fuel Type | 100% Electric | ||
| Exterior Color | |||
| Range @ 85% | |||
| Battery Size | 53 kWh | ||
| C.A.C. | |||
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|
LED Headlights |
|
HID Headlights |
|
|
Hard Top |
|
Soft Top |
|
|
Carbon Fiber Hard Top |
|
Carbon Fiber Ext Trim |
|
|
12V Battery Relocation |
|
Brake Upgrade |
|
|
GMC Rebuilt PEM |
|
Infotainment Group |
|
|
Rear Camera |
|
Can Jr. Adapter |
|
|
Can Sr. Adapter |
|
Sport Version |
|
|
OVMS Upgrade |
|
R80 Battery Pack |
|
|
Executive Leather |
|
Carbon Fiber Hood Vanes |
| Additional Info | Collectible Accessory | ||
Offered here on a bid basis is an genuine Tesla Roadster laser-etched crystal paperweight, one of the most recognizable pieces of memorabilia produced during the original Roadster program. Featuring a beautifully laser-engraved 3D Tesla Roadster suspended inside an optically clear crystal block, these paperweights have become highly sought-after collectibles among Roadster owners and Tesla enthusiasts.
Unlike many promotional items, these were never included as a standard accessory with every Roadster. They were produced in limited quantities and presented to select early supporters of Tesla during the company’s formative years. Today they rarely appear on the collector market, making them a unique addition to any Roadster collection or display.
Tesla produced at least two known versions of these crystal paperweights.
| Version | Description |
|---|---|
| Signature One Hundred | Produced for the first 100 Signature Roadster reservation holders. These accompanied other exclusive Signature memorabilia including certificates and limited-edition ownership items. |
| Tesla Roadster | The standard “Tesla Roadster” version offered here. These were presented to early reservation holders, select Tesla employees, VIPs, and other early supporters of the Roadster program. |
Tesla never published an official distribution list, but period owners consistently report these were presented to:
Many owners remember receiving these during the lengthy production delays as a goodwill gift while waiting for delivery of their Roadster.
These paperweights have become one of the most recognizable pieces of original Tesla Roadster memorabilia.
| Item | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Signature Version | Approximately 100 pieces, plus possible display and replacement units. |
| Standard Tesla Roadster Version | Unknown. Collector estimates suggest perhaps 150–200 examples were produced, although Tesla never published official production numbers. |
As surviving Roadsters become increasingly collectible, original Tesla memorabilia continues to attract significant interest. Complete examples with the original presentation box are especially desirable, and these crystal paperweights seldom appear on the open market. They make an outstanding addition to any Tesla Roadster collection and represent an authentic piece of Tesla history from the company’s earliest production years.
Gruber Motor Company specializes in Tesla vehicle service, engineering, aftermarket products & services, and Tesla vehicle restoration. Starting with the the legendary and iconic Tesla Roadster, an aging fleet for which we have developed advanced levels of support, services, and products, our acquired skills are instrumental in keeping these cars on the road.
Recognized by Tesla as a legacy parts supply partner, and our history of sharing our Roadster related re-engineering findings, has resulted in a bi-directional collaboration, all geared towards providing increased levels of support for the Roadster owner community.
The Vehicle is sold “as is,” and the Seller makes no express or implied warranties as to the condition or performance of the vehicle other than what is described in the Vehicle Specifics section.
