• Tesla unveiled its Cybertruck pickup truck in November.
• The vehicle starts at $39,900, and it costs $100 to make a refundable reservation.
• Production for the two most expensive Cybertruck trims is expected to begin at the end of 2021.
• Near the end of December, I pre-ordered the $69,900 “Tri Motor AWD” trim with the $7,000 “full self-driving” add-on.

While the unusual design of Tesla‘s Cybertruck pickup truck polarized observers when it was unveiled in November, the electric-car maker has received at least 250,000 $100 refundable pre-orders, CEO Elon Musk has suggested.

Near the end of December, I pre-ordered the vehicle’s most expensive trim, though the $100 reservation fee is the same regardless of the trim you choose.

These are all of the steps you need to take reserve a Tesla Cybertruck.

After clicking “order now,” I was taken to a page that listed the three available trims. I reserved the “Tri Motor AWD” trim and added what Tesla calls “full self-driving” capability.

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Though if you click on the “learn more” link below the “full self-driving” option, Tesla clarifies that despite its name, the add-on will not necessarily give the vehicle the ability to drive without human supervision.

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After clicking “buy now,” I entered my contact information and credit card number.

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The refundable reservation costs $100.

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After placing my reservation, I was taken to the following page.

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I also received a confirmation email.

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The email contained a link to create an account on Tesla’s website.

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After making an account and logging in, I was able to access a page with information about my reservation.

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That included a referral link, which would give me a chance to win a Model Y SUV or Roadster sports car if anyone used the link to buy a currently-available Tesla vehicle or solar panels.

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My account also gave me the option to reserve a different trim or cancel my order.

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Tesla says production for the two most expensive trims will begin at the end of 2021, while production for the least expensive trim will begin at the end of 2022.

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