Side view...beforeWaiting to be picked up from N.C.Restoration is under way...
OwnerMichael Anzalone
LocationAmityville, New York US map
Web/EmailWebPage email image
Vehicle1970 Volkswagen Karman Ghia
Should be a good EV candidate, given its size, weight & aerodynamics.

And very stylish, too!
MotorNetgain Warp9 or Impulse 9 Series Wound DC
Not sure if there will be quite enough room for the Warp...if not, I'll go with the Impulse
DrivetrainManual, 4 speed
ControllerCurtis T.B.D.
Batteries12 ???, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
Probably put 4 up front, 4 in package tray, and 4 in engine compartment
System Voltage144 Volts
Chargerunknown ???
HeaterNone yet
Instrumentation???
Top SpeedHoping for 65-75 mph
Range60 Miles (96 Kilometers)
Daily commute is 29 miles each way... I can charge at work, so a 60 mile range would give me a decent cushion.
EV Miles
Current:0 Miles (0 Kilometers)
Seating Capacity4
Curb Weight1,750 Pounds (795 Kilograms)
TiresRound, 4
Conversion TimeActual conversion hasn't started yet; Car was acquired in June, 2008. Restoration is under way as I plan the conversion. I'll update this information as the car progresses.
Conversion CostCar: $1375
Shipping from NC to NY: ~$800
Floor Pans/Paint/Resto: $6000

Feeling of satisfaction: Priceless
Additional FeaturesThis will be my first EV conversion project. Bought the Ghia without an engine on eBay.

Mini-Blog:

6/15/2008
Car has been successfully brought home to NY!

7/12/2008
Car is currently at 401 Restos, getting new floor pans, body work & a paint job.

11/22/2008
Body work & paint job is done, now to get busy electrifying her!
Check out the new Long Island EAA website: WebPage

New members are welcome!

Also, check out photos of Tim Scheller's restoration handiwork here: WebPage

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