When you buy your dream vehicle, you expect it to turn heads — but not to become the reason your children get picked on. That’s exactly what happened to a Cybertruck owner from New York City, and now he’s thinking of selling the truck he once loved.
The Tesla Cybertruck is one of the most unique vehicles on the road today. Its bold, futuristic design gets plenty of attention — both good and bad. But for Cybertruck owner “Cyberdoc18,” that attention has gone too far.
He lives in New Jersey and commutes daily into New York City for work. While he expected some reactions to his stainless steel beast, he didn’t expect aggressive gestures, public confrontations, and even school bullying—all because of his vehicle.
When Hate for the Truck Turns Personal
In a post shared on the Cybertruck Owners Club forum, the frustrated dad opened up:
“I’ve had random people flip me off, walk up to my truck shouting at me… But the real issue is my kids. They’ve started getting picked on at school because I drive a Cybertruck.”
That was the breaking point.
He loved the truck from the moment he got it in late August. The power, the design, the fun of driving it—it all lived up to the hype. But now?
“I still love the truck, but I don’t think I can enjoy it anymore under these circumstances.”
He’s now considering selling it—even if it means taking a loss.
Cybertruck Community Reacts: “That’s Horrible…”
Other Cybertruck owners quickly came to his support.
One user, John, commented:
“That’s horrible. I personally wouldn’t sell it just because of haters, but if it’s affecting your daily life, it’s worth thinking about.”
He also added that Tesla probably wouldn’t buy the truck back since buybacks usually apply to vehicles with mechanical or cosmetic problems—not social ones.
Another owner from California said:
“It’s easy for adults to brush off hate, but the kids? That’s different. Honestly, just wait it out. The internet mob will find something else to hate soon enough.”
Yet another Cybertruck fan offered a very different take—don’t sell the truck, move instead.
“I’d strongly consider relocating rather than giving in. Selling it sends the message that bullying works. And honestly, NYC is the real problem here.”
Should He Sell His Cybertruck or Not?
That’s the big question.
On one hand, no car is worth your kids’ happiness and peace of mind. On the other, giving up something you love because of public pressure sends a message you may later regret.
Plus, there’s the practical side: Tesla doesn’t do buybacks for social reasons, and with 4,000 miles on it, the Cyberbeast model would likely sell for a significant loss.
So far, most commenters seem to agree: don’t sell. The social backlash may fade with time, but giving up the truck could leave a deeper emotional toll.
Is the Cybertruck Too Controversial?
Tesla’s Cybertruck has always sparked strong opinions. Some people see it as a symbol of innovation. Others see it as a polarizing political statement — especially in places like New York City.
What’s clear is that the vehicle is more than just a truck — it’s a cultural flashpoint.
And for parents like Cyberdoc18, that flashpoint can hit too close to home when their kids become targets.
What Would You Do? Would you sell your dream car if your kids were being bullied because of it? Or would you hold your ground and hope the hate fades? Let us know in the comments below.