Neil BrownMar 21

I am quite keen on the idea of an electric car.

I am less keen on the idea of a car which spies on me.

Show threadMark ⛵️🏳️‍🌈Mar 21
@neil I just want a simple analogue electric car… with knobs not screens. If I had the money I’d look at getting a classic car converted but it’s far from affordable 😔
Show threadnabeardsMar 21

@not_a_label @neil just curious what you consider affordable? I've looked into converting my 1988 Suzuki Samurai to electric, looks like it'll be about $12,000. The car cost me $5000 six years ago, so $17,000 for an electric car seems like a good price.

For comparison to something similar here, the BYD S1 Pro starts at $30,000.

Show threadAndy Gates
@nabeards @not_a_label @neil And while you end up with an electric classic, you also end up with old safety standards and survivability.
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Show threadnabeardsMar 21
@andygates @not_a_label @neil again, dependent on your needs. I travel usually at 30MPH, fastest is 45mph. I spend a lot of time on dirt roads as well. The safety advances seem to be focused on high speed travel. Of course, everyone’s needs are different. But even a car from 2005 would have better safety than my 1988. And you can buy cars from 2005 for US $5000 still.