2008 Tesla Roadster — Stanford Vehicle, VIN 206, Low Mileage

Each Roadster has a story, and this one is especially unique. This 2008 Tesla Roadster, VIN 5YJRE11B681000206, is Roadster number 206 and shows only 6,975 miles. This Roadster was acquired by Stanford University from its original owner in 2020 after the original battery had bricked and was later replaced by Tesla. The vehicle was donated to Stanford’s Dynamic Design Lab and used sparingly, primarily for low-speed GPS studies. The car has been kept in a heated indoor garage while at Stanford and is described as being in great condition with very low mileage. The main battery was replaced in 2020, with a reported normal range of 193 miles and extended range of 245 miles.

Vehicle Highlights

• 2008 Tesla Roadster
• VIN: 5YJRE11B681000206
• Roadster Number: 206
• Mileage: 6,975 miles
• Two-owner history
• Acquired by Stanford University from the original owner in 2020
• Used sparingly during its time at Stanford
• Heated indoor garage kept while at Stanford
• Main battery replaced by Tesla in 2020
• Normal Range: 193 miles
• Extended Range: 245 miles
• Leather seats
• Tire pressure warning system
• Charging cables included
• Tan car cover included

Stanford University Backstory

This Roadster was originally owned privately before the main battery bricked and left the car out of service for a number of years. The original owner eventually had the battery replaced by Tesla and then donated the car to the Dynamic Design Lab at Stanford University. During its time at Stanford, the Roadster was used sparingly, primarily for GPS studies during low-speed driving. It has been kept in a heated indoor garage and is described as being in great condition with low mileage. This gives the car a unique provenance: it is not only an early Tesla Roadster, but also a vehicle connected to Stanford’s research and innovation environment.

Battery, Range & Charging Equipment

The main battery was replaced by Tesla in 2020. Reported range is 193 miles in Normal Mode and 245 miles in Extended Range Mode. Included charging equipment includes a 110V 20 amp yellow cable to the Tesla Roadster charge port, described as very slow charging, along with a 50 amp 220V cable with an L14-50 male plug for a wall-mounted Tesla 50 amp 240V charger.

• 110V 20 amp yellow cable to Tesla Roadster plug
• 50 amp 220V cable with L14-50 male plug
• Tesla 50 amp 240V wall charger setup referenced
• Tan car cover included

Owner / Seller Notes

Hi, this is a Stanford vehicle that we are selling this summer. This is a 2008 Tesla Roadster, VIN 5YJRE11B681000206, number 206, with 6,975 miles. The battery was replaced in 2020. Normal range is 193 miles, and extended range is 245 miles. Stanford University acquired the vehicle from its original owner in 2020. It was used sparingly during its time at Stanford and kept in a heated indoor garage. The battery had bricked on the original owner for a number of years before it was replaced by Tesla and donated to the Dynamic Design Lab at Stanford. The vehicle was rarely used except for some GPS studies during low-speed driving. The car seems to be in great condition with low mileage, and the seller hopes to find a great home for this vehicle. GovDeals listing: View the Stanford Tesla Roadster on GovDeals

Our Take

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