Top 5 classic electric car conversions
Classic electric cars mix beautiful classic design with technology that future-proofs vehicles, keeping them on the road as we move towards a zero-emissions future. Lighter, faster, more reliable...there's a lot to love. Read on to discover Converto Cars' top 5 classic cars converted to electric.
Electric E-Type Jag
The E-Type Jag is one of the most beautiful classic cars the world has ever seen.
In this episode of the Fully Charged Show we get a glorious once-over of this very fine electric vehicle. This classic car was converted to electric by Jaguar Land Rover, it's faster and lighter than the original! It has to be close to the top of our list simply because of its beauty but also because Jaguar is embracing the future of electric vehicles with this classic EV conversion.
Electric Alfa Romeo Guiletta
The Alfa Romeo Guilettas are some of the most beautiful cars out there. They're also very fast. This electric car by BadHombres motorsport is a very lively Tesla powered vehicle. The paintwork is fabulous and the battery layout is very special. The team did a fantastic job and its uniqueness puts it in our top 5 classic electric cars!
Electric BMW 1602
The Late Brake Show featured this 1975 BMW EV resto-mod and we agree it's the perfect electric classic car for city driving in the likes of London. Jerry Dhillon commissioned his ideal classic BMW for London city life based on a 1975 1602 model. Jerry had Electric Classic Cars in Wales perform a ground-up restoration, followed by an EV conversion that provides ample performance (120bhp, 7.5 0-62) and a real world range of 240km. It's such a beautiful colour and the conversion is top notch, it's not overdone, but it is great!
Electric Land Rover by Jaunt
EV conversions of a classic Land Rovers is the domain of Jaunt. It's all about adventure. Technologically advanced, while also maintaining a retro interior that's very appropriate for iconic Land Rovers. Fully restored, beautiful paintwork and small, carefully thought our touches make it very special. Australians love to camp and go into nature which may explain why these classic electric cars are so incredibly popular.
This video talks about Jaunt's vision which is quite lovely.
Paul Smith Mini by Recharged Heritage
Paul Smith designed an electric Mini with the pops of colour and a clean design he's well known for. The bespoke Classic Mini upcycling and electric conversion is carried out in the UK Recharged Heritage. Sir Paul’s vision was to recharge a Classic Mini with a focus on quality, sustainability and functionality... while staying true to MINI’s heritage. We at Converto Cars love this vision an it's exactly what we are aiming to achieve with our Triumph GT6 electric conversion.
What do you think? Do you have a favourite classic electric conversion that should be on the list? Go ahead and add it on the comments.