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Used Teslas for sale in Hobart, TAS
Hobart Teslas are scarce. A live listing here is usually a relocated mainland car — confirm charger access south of Hobart.
Suburbs in this list include Motors Tasmania.
Used Tesla prices in Hobart today
1 used Tesla is for sale in Hobart on ev4sale.au right now. Asking prices by model:
- Used Tesla Model 3 Hobart: 1 car, $33,777
Compare with the national figures on the used Tesla price guide.
Buying a used Tesla in Hobart
Hobart has one of the smallest used Tesla markets of any Australian capital, so patience helps. Most cars for sale are Model 3 and Model Y, and some were bought on the mainland and brought across on the Spirit of Tasmania. Every used Tesla for sale in Hobart on ev4sale.au links straight to the seller, and no commission is taken on the sale.
Private sellers post their own cars, and dealer stock is rechecked every morning. Because Hobart stock is thin, many buyers widen their search to Launceston or look at Melbourne listings and bring the car across Bass Strait. Knowing your budget and must-haves before you look means you can move when the right car appears.
Which Tesla suits Hobart
The Model 3 rear-wheel-drive car handles a Hobart commute across the Tasman Bridge or up the Southern Outlet without trouble. Long Range cars add all-wheel drive, which is worth having on wet, cold roads and on drives to the Huon Valley, the Tasman Peninsula or up kunanyi / Mount Wellington.
The Model Y suits families and anyone who wants more boot space for bushwalking and camping gear. Hobart’s hills make regenerative braking useful: a car coming down into town recovers energy on the way. Test drive on a steep street to get a feel for one-pedal driving before you decide.
Used Tesla prices in Hobart
Hobart asking prices can differ from the mainland because there are so few cars. Compare any Hobart listing with the national medians on the ev4sale.au price page before you negotiate. Dealer prices are often drive-away; private prices usually leave duty and transfer costs to the buyer.
Buying in Melbourne is a real option. The Spirit of Tasmania sails between Geelong and Devonport, and you can drive a Tesla off the boat and south to Hobart. Add the ferry fare, travel and Tasmanian registration to the price before you compare it with a local car.
Cool weather and what to check
Hobart winters are cool and damp, and cold weather cuts range on short trips, which is normal for any electric car. Model 3 cars from the 2021 model year onwards have a heat pump that warms the cabin more efficiently, and the Model Y has had one since launch. Scheduled preconditioning in the Tesla app warms the car while it is still plugged in.
Cars that live near the Derwent or the coast can pick up salt, so check underneath for corrosion. Ask for the service history from the Tesla app and check how the car has been maintained, because servicing options in Tasmania are more limited than on the mainland. Run a PPSR search on the VIN for finance owing, write-off records and theft status.
Charging in Tasmania
Tasmania generates most of its electricity from hydro and wind, so charging a Tesla at home in Hobart runs on largely renewable power. Most owners charge overnight on a wall charger. If you rent or live in a unit, check charging access before buying.
Public fast charging in Tasmania is thinner than on the mainland, though fast chargers link Hobart with Launceston and Devonport. Use the car’s navigation or a charging app to confirm sites before trips to the west coast or the east coast, and top up where you can rather than running the battery low.
Registration in Tasmania
Tasmania does not require a roadworthy inspection when a registered car changes hands within the state. The buyer and seller complete the transfer through Service Tasmania, and the buyer pays duty on the transfer. Check that the registration papers match the seller and the VIN.
A car brought from the mainland needs an inspection before it can be registered in Tasmania, so allow time for that if you buy in Melbourne. Tesla’s warranty stays with the car, so check the in-service date to see how much cover remains.
A test drive around Hobart
Hobart is a good place to test a Tesla because the hills do the work for you. Drive up the Southern Outlet to feel the motor pull, then come back down using one-pedal driving to check that regenerative braking is smooth. Cross the Tasman Bridge at speed to listen for wind noise and check the car tracks straight. Back at the kerb, try the phone key and key card, open the charge port, and check the door seals and boot for leaks after rain. Ask for spare keys, the mobile charging cable and any spare wheels the seller has.
Selling a Tesla in Hobart
Hobart buyers have very few cars to choose from, so a clear, honest listing gets attention. Private sellers can list on ev4sale.au for a single fee, and dealers can list Tesla stock on a monthly plan. Include real kilometres, service history and daylight photos.