Vehicle Description
1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Electric Car California Fiberfab Aztec
7 Car Roque Haines build (engineer for Johnson Space Center) 100%
Electric powered������� Economic and environmental advantaged
MotoeXotica Classic Cars is pleased to present this unique and one
of a kind custom Electric�1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia re-bodied
using a Fiberfab Aztec 7. This is a forward thinking blend of
�german technology,� aerodynamic sport gull-wing design, and
economical Electric power...what a find! The deep Satin Black paint
job shows well with only minor imperfections visible upon close
inspection. All trim is present and in good condition along with
some tasteful pieces added to complete the custom look. Inside, the
black fiberglass race seats with a red and black seat cover, look
great with no major signs of wear visible. Both door panels and
padded dash are finished to mirror the stealth look of the car. The
car was designed very well inside, and the feeling of being in a
cockpit, with buttons overhead,� and easy reach of driver controls
makes it a blast to drive. Being Green isn't the only statement you
make while driving this Electro-Ghia! This car is the end product
and tested prototype of Roque Haines' Electric Aztec 7 Project, a
project which he completed while working as an engineer at the
Johnson Space Center. The chassis is from a 1971 Karmann Ghia. In
order to accept the electric conversion and the new skin, the
vehicle was stripped down to the bare chassis and then new
suspension, shocks and coils, linkage, gearbox, were installed to
accommodate the battery weight and steering complications. Disc
brakes were installed on front and rear to handle stopping the
vehicle. A clutchless motor interface was fabricated to use with
the 4-speed rear transaxle transmission. Completely new 12V wiring,
LEDs used for the signal and taillights and new overhead control
switches were installed. Low-profile performance tires and 19"
Lamborghini-style alloy rims add a unique look and create a firm
solid ride. A 120V DC motor running off main battery pack runs
an�air conditioning compressor and rear-view camera with a
dash-mounted LCD monitor and�a high quality CD/MP3/IPOD sound
system keeps you company. The battery pack consists of�15 Trojan
T-875 8V, lead acid, flooded 170AH deep-cycle batteries that
produce 120V and give a 128V traction pack. The 19hp single-shaft
Advanced Wound DC motor, Curtis 72 120V 400A controller, on-board
Zivan NG3 charger and Elcon DC Converter complete the electrical
power and recharging systems. An independent 12V battery was added
to run the accessories. All of the batteries are located outside of
the Dynamat-wrapped cabin, and a steel roll bar was fabricated
around the rear battery pack to serve as a rear bumper. The
original Fiberfab body has been modified extensively, this body
design was loosely based on the Carabo, a concept car designed by
Bertone for Alfa Romeo. The Fiberfab body was also modified to
allow it to open up for easy access to the batteries and electric
drive components. The hood was modified to be one-piece and pivot
open to the front. The rear was modified to fold back in one piece
from the rear window and pivot over the rear wheels. This is a true
rare find, about 50 cents in electricity produces a full charge
form the battery pack. Transformation from sports car to �super
custom sports car rarely goes as smooth as it has with this EV...
GET OUT AND DRIVE!!!� Check out our other Karmann Ghia found on the
site. Current mileage on the odometer shows 25,391 it is sold as is
and is mileage exempt. The car is being sold on a clean & clear
title. VIN: 1412863893
