Zinger Key Points The Tesla Roadster, which was first introduced in 2008, has now become a highly sought after collector’s item by car enthusiasts and fans of Tesla. Around 2,400 Tesla Roadsters hit the market during a four-year production run from 2008 to 2012. .The vehicle was sold by Gruber Motor Company. The previous record was $190,000. The 2008 Tesla Roadster had very low mileage — 840 miles — which made the vehicle stand out. The vehicle also has a low VIN number: VIN013. The combination of low mileage and a low VIN number made the vehicle an expected hot and fast seller for Pete Gruber of Gruber Motor Company. The owner settled on a listing price of $250,000. The listing received several offers over the asking price within the first few days. A final price for the vehicle has not been confirmed but it is over the $250,000 mark. Previous estimates for Tesla Roadsters topped $1 million in 2020 but none sold for that amount. Instead consumers were willing to pay $50,000 to $70,000 for the vehicle, which was less than what the original vehicle cost. In 2021, Tesla Roadsters were selling at auction in the $120,000 to $182,000 range. Tesla Roadster sales have increased in 2022, with Gruber telling Electrek that sales and prices are rising for the first model Tesla vehicle.