Electric Car Conversion on 2040-cars
New Castle, Virginia, United States
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:144 Volt DC Electric Motor
Fuel Type:Electric
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: None
Make: Toyota
Model: Celica
Trim: 2D
Options: Sunroof, CD Player
Drive Type: FWD
Mileage: 238,860
Sub Model: Total Electric Car Conversion
Disability Equipped: No
Exterior Color: Burgundy
Number of Doors: 2
Interior Color: Gray
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
This is a 144 Volt DC total electric vehicle requiring no gas, oil, antifreeze, exhaust repairs or tune ups. The vehicle runs at regular highway speeds powered by 12-12 volt trojan lead acid batteries that are charged via conventional 110 volt household electric current, with a built in onboard charger. Eight batteries in the trunk and four under the hood. The vehicle charges fully in about 8-9 hours on virtually pennies per charge. Range is about 25-30 miles depending on terrain, speed and weather. Everything works on the vehicle except for the air conditioning (too much battery drain). Manual transmission but only requires 2nd gear and reverse without requiring the clutch. Electric ceramic heater heats the vehicle up instantly in the winter and a excellent operating sunroof cools for the summer. Nice Sony am/fm cd player with aux input. Built in amp and voltage gauges help to monitor battery drain and charge life. Conversion was professionally done in 2008 and operates flawlessly. All the conversion parts easily add up to over $9000.00. Why pay $45,000 for a Volt or $35,000 for a Leaf. If you have a desire to be "green" and have a short commute, this electric is for you.
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