2013 Tesla Roadster Sport - LHD - 2,276 Miles - VAT Q

KEY FACTS

• A rare and collectible electric sports car, this is a Tesla Roadster Sport – understood to be one of just 250 examples built in this higher-performance specification, and believed to be among the final Roadsters produced.
• It is powered by a 288bhp electric motor driving the rear wheels through a single-speed automatic transmission, enabling a 0-60mph sprint in just 3.7 seconds.
• First registered in Japan, it was recently imported into the UK, where all VAT and duties have been paid. It is currently unregistered but is supplied with a Certificate of Conformity from Tesla for easy registration in the UK or other European countries.
• This left-hand drive Roadster Sport is believed to be one of only 69 examples specified in Brilliant Yellow.
• The odometer shows just 2,276 miles from new.
• Please note: this is a VAT-qualifying / tax-deductible vehicle for those who are able to reclaim it. This means that the ‘hammer price’ includes VAT, and the winning bidder will be provided with a VAT invoice.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• The Sport model features a power increase from 248bhp to 288bhp, plus an upgraded AP Racing braking system and 10-way adjustable suspension.
• This Roadster is finished in the eye-catching shade of Brilliant Yellow with a contrasting carbon-fibre upper front bonnet section, rear roof bar, front splitter, and rear spoiler, as well as a black fabric targa roof panel.
• Inside, the cabin features Black and Executive Yellow leather upholstery with embroidered ‘Tesla’ logos on the seat backs, and satin-silver, brushed aluminium, and carbon-fibre trim.
• It rides on a set of staggered 16-inch front and 17-inch rear seven-spoke alloy wheels finished in gloss-black, fitted with Yokohama Advan Neova tyres.
• Equipment includes a reversing camera, a Momo steering wheel, switchable traction control, two-stage heated seats, air conditioning, and an Alpine double-DIN media system with satellite navigation and Bluetooth connectivity.
• The car is supplied with its original aluminium Tesla handbook, the Roadster-specific literature, the Japanese export certificate, an MOT certificate, the stamped Japanese service booklet, a selection of Japanese Shaken reports, and two original remote keys.
• Also included are a three-pin 3kW home charging cable and a newly fitted 12-volt lithium starting battery.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 19 December 2025 at 2,270 miles, which resulted in a first-time pass with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• Technicians at Tesla Japan carried out services in June 2023 at 1,144 km, and in May 2025 at 3,404 km.
• The ESS Pack (Energy Storage System) has a battery health indication of 97% State of health - reading a CAC value (calculated AmpHour Capacity) of over 155, which in turn will give a real-world range of over 200 miles on a single charge

Dates and Mileages:

• Jan 2013 - 231 km - Tesla Japan
• Jun 2014 - 497 km - Tesla Japan
• Jun 2015 - 841 km - Tesla Japan
• Dec 2016 - 925 km - Tesla Japan
• Apr 2019 - 1,016 km - Tesla Japan
• Jun 2023 - 1,144 km - Tesla Japan
• May 2025 - 3,404 km - Tesla Japan

SUMMARY

This Tesla Roadster Sport is a rare and highly capable electric sports car, representing the final evolution of Tesla’s first production model. Presented in the extremely rare Brilliant Yellow colour scheme with desirable carbon-fibre body and interior enhancements, and showing just 2,276 miles from new, it is a standout example. With a well-documented Tesla main dealer history and exceptional battery health (97% SoH), this Roadster is ready for registration and enjoyment by its next enthusiast owner.

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