I haven't properly researched this yet, so please excuse any dumb questions. I'll likely update my post as I come across information on my own.
My wife and I are suddenly in need of additional transportation, and an electric bike fits the bill. My budget is limited but flexible. In the near term, I just need to be able to get to work. Right now the weather is nice, and it looks like I might not need more than maybe 15 miles of range, but it won't be long before things start getting cold. Because if this, I was thinking of doing things in stages: First, the electric system, attached to a beater. While the weather remains nice, I'll be shopping around for a recumbent trike, or possibly a velomobile into which I can transplant.
However, my wife spotted something on the local craigslist for $300, in need of a battery:
E BIKE for sale, fantastic working cond.
Is this worth considering, or should I start from scratch?