Convert a pre-1998 Beetle to electric drive

GOOGLE: VW ELECTRIC CONVERSION

Speedy Jim

Lots of resources out there. I recall some electric Bugs from the seventies. Bradley had a motor that hooked right up to the VW transmission for their GTII-e kit car.

For the stock VW bug body storage was an issue. The back seat area had to be modified to fit batteries (and sealed and vented) and the front (trunk) had to be cut out and a flat platform welded in for more plus the charger. Front/rear weight distribution was problematic.

Battery technology has improved tremendously so you might have better outcomes today.

Heck, A few Bugs were even wood fire powered (using the gas from the wood) during WWII.

Speaking of the VW history (and wood-burning models:-)

For those history buffs out there who may not have browsed these sites:

This one on the founder of the gas heater used in VW's is priceless:

Wow! I got to get me one of those! 0-60 in 4 seconds must be like riding a rocket sled. A little too pricey at the moment though.

I love that car! Now if my wife wins the lottery, we're all set. ;>)

They may have built a concept electric car, but AFAIK never a production version.

Thanks for the rundown.