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Old 05-16-2023, 12:40 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Need recommendations: fun, electric 2-seater

I'm looking for suggestions for a fun electric vehicle. Basically it will be a short-range grocery getter and child delivery vehicle so it needs to be safe and compatible with a child seat.

Three wheels would be great. I don't think 2 wheels are safe enough. And sold in Texas if possible.

I'd also be interested in any kits that I could build

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Maybe something like this might work, they are about the size of a Side-by-Side UTV, but definitely check local guidelines and laws first!

https://www.marscarsllc.com/gem-car-electric-vehicles
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Polaris GEM golf carts -- two more seats, one more wheel, 25MPH top speed.
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I really like the GEM golf cart suggestion, guys. Thanks! The lithium ion batteries are expensive but I guess I could buy AGM for starters and upgrade to lithium later
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Thanks for raising the question.

It prompted me to post Permalink #2, which showed me that a certified used FUV is at the $12.9K price point I signed on for. I shall look into selling the SUPERBeetle, an engine, transaxle, fiberglass fender skirts and various bit and pieces.

If I don't raise the funds, payment should be low.

I need something that can do short runs up or down Interstate-5.
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Another idea was to buy a Factory 5 kit but make it electric. May be more work than I have space/time for right now but it would be awesome
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Factory Five child delivery vehicle?

"It's a bold strategy, Cotton. Let's see it if pays off for 'em."

Compare Speedway's pricing:
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$4K roller, then a golf-cart rear axle


For managing a child seat, maybe the center-door sedan?

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I'd want BMW i3 Ecopias on red 19x3" Model A wires.
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