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Empty your bank account with this $205,820 Tesla Model S

It was bound to happen eventually.

The Tesla Model S has become one of the most popular electric cars on the market, and few cars achieve that kind of popularity without sparking a customer’s desire to depart from the herd.

If there’s any place where a Model S might seem common, it’s California. That may explain why Al & Ed’s Autosound of West Hollywood decided to “improve” this award-winning luxury sedan.

The most remarkable thing about this custom Model S is its sticker price of up to $205,820, according to AutoBlog. Keep in mind that a stock Model S P85 – the most expensive version – has a base price of around $94,000.

So what do you get for all of that extra cash, besides an empty bank account?

Aesthetic upgrades include a carbon-fiber bodykit for $5,250, a $6,000 3M color-change vinyl wrap in a color that looks like regurgitated wine, and $7,500 “GhostGold” forged alloy wheels (grey turbine wheels are also available for $4,500). A “performance plus” package includes items like a rear spoiler and pinnated brake calipers for $6,500.

Other options include “smart” air suspension for $2,250, a “tech package” ($3,750), and a panoramic sunroof ($2,500).

Complementing the Model S’ hi-fi looks are an upgraded sound system ($2,500), and if that’s not enough, buyers can select the “audiophile upgrade” for $9,500.

Finally, the company will reupholster the car’s interior for $25,000, or about the price of a new Volkswagen Golf GTI.

Customizers have an uncanny ability to find room for improvement in even the most seemingly-perfect cars, but there doesn’t seem to be any benefit here. This car may be the world’s most expensive Tesla Model S, but is that a good thing?

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Stephen Edelstein
Stephen is a freelance automotive journalist covering all things cars. He likes anything with four wheels, from classic cars…
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