[offroad1994]

I started doing some number crunching on what is the best vehicle to convert to electric PHEV. I have to assume I will be using WET LEAD batteries (aka golf cart battery technology). Here is what I have so far:

1) Chevy S10 total cost over five years including conversion is $20500
(assuming $4500 for truck purchase)

2) Geo Metro same conversion is $19,500 (assuming $4500 for purchase)

3) Toyota Prius used (dead battery) is $18,000 (assuming $10,000 for purchase)

But I did not calculate selling the engines out of the Chevy and the Geo, so maybe a little cheaper with them.

The numbers above assume:
A) WET LEAD batteries bought new every year for $1000
B) $150 in electricity per year for each vehicle

I am kind of liking the PRIUS idea as it can run unlimited mileage, as it has a built-in charging system.