| Owner | Dennis L. Merritt |
|---|---|
| Owner's Other EV | Sebring AutoCycle ZZipper |
| Location | Sacramento, California US map |
| Web/Email | WebPage |
| Vehicle | Volkswagen Beetle |
| Motor | Advanced DC Series Wound DC |
| Drivetrain | Voltswagen transaxle |
| Controller | Curtis |
| Batteries | 16 US Battery 2300, 6.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded |
| System Voltage | 96 Volts |
| Charger | K and W BC-25 |
| DC/DC Converter | on board |
| Top Speed | 80 MPH (128 KPH) |
| Acceleration | dismal |
| Range | 40 Miles (64 Kilometers) at 40 mph |
| Seating Capacity | 2 adults |
| Tires | standard |
| Conversion Time | 3 months |
| Conversion Cost | $4,000 |
| exists. Donated to Sacramento City College as a part of their EV technical program. Got good service and fun from it, but battery box was not stable enough and I felt a bit unsafe, however drove it for several years netting over 10,000 miles. | |
Volkswagen Beetle
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Last Updated 10-01-2005
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