Tesla powered 2002

[Tommy]

Now they've done it! I didn't want to see this but someone might be excited.

 

 

[M3This]

Really cool. I bet it moves. My Tesla model Y hauls ass so I can't imagine one of the tesla motors in such a light car. 

[danco_]

Looks good, but 6000lbs? Really? 

 

I dig the wheels. 

 

[2002iii]

With the way gas prices are lately this may be in all of our futures.

 

I like that they're keeping a lot of things period correct looking.

[Tdh]

Hate to say it but @2002iii is probably right.  The generation coming up is all in on electric conversions.  My oldest son is working on his undergrad in ME.  I guarantee you that once he inherits my '71 he will begin an electric conversion IMMEDIATELY  He's already dropped hints trying to feel me out about doing it now.  

Edited March 29, 2022 by Tdh

[Son of Marty]

First of all really nice build getting it by TUV is no small feat, 120 mile range is equal to a Nissan leaf which is a good start, I wonder if most of the trunk battery would fit under the rear seat? Imagine 120 mph in a 02 and the loudest noise is the tires. Looks like fun IMO.
 

[Dudeland]

I always think about safety.   If it is really 6000 lbs it will rip itself apart in an impact.  

[tech71]

Nope! Some things should just be left alone. 

6000 lbs?  How much of that is structural reinforcement? Whats the drive train look like now? Betting a new Tesla would cost less.

[Tdh]

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[SydneyTii]

Dig the effort it takes to do this, and perhaps it will be the future for classics, but electric is not for me in an 02, it would completely ruin the experience we now have. Purely personal opinion of course ?

Begs the question, So no longer a 2002 then?

[tzei]

I kinda dig it. Weight is an issue but that safety cage is hideous imo. Well it’s a proto so i’ll forgive.

[Conserv]

3 hours ago, danco_ said:

Looks good, but 6000lbs? Really? 

 

I dig the wheels. 

 

Wait. What?

 

I missed that! Did they actually say it weighed 6,000 lbs. (or equivalent kilos)? I figured with only 1 motor and half the batteries of a Model 3 or Y, it would be 3,500 - 4,000 lbs….

 

Best regards,

 

Steve 

 

 

[BarneyT]

Terry Sathyer has one for sale it was built by Moment Motors in Austin…Tesla batteries from wrecked cars, it’s very cool Colorado orange… tell him I sent you maybe I’ll get a commission….

Edited March 29, 2022 by BarneyT

[Geoff Raynak]

Anyone coming thru Bend Oregon is more than welcome take Verona for a spin.

also a Moment car

also 'Tesla powered' (batteries)

180 ft-lb

165 hp

4 speed manual

~2200 lbs

 

Edited March 29, 2022 by Geoff Raynak

[WRKO]

what is the mileage on the monument conversions?  Last I checked with them the cost/mileage ratio didn't work for me.  Maybe it has gotten better?