An old Ford van has been turned into an electric car with a Tesla powertrain (13 photos)
The car Ford Econoline E-100, released back in 1974, has become much more modern thanks to the Conductive Classics studio from American Idaho. The donor of the units for him was Tesla Model 3. In theory, on a full charge, he will be able to drive without polluting the atmosphere, over 400 kilometers. 
Stock engine (most likely a 3.9-liter carburetor six) sent to a landfill, replacing it with an electric motor. Donor the engine is about three times more powerful, as it develops 287 hp. With. The battery cells were integrated into the floor of the van. Donor Tesla Model 3 Long Range officially capable of driving up to 530 without recharging km, but the Ford E-100 is heavier and not as aerodynamic. Accordingly, his power reserve will be modest.
The transformation didn't end there. Model 3 also borrowed the rear suspension assembly, rims, as well as brake mechanisms. Thanks to the modified chassis and more With a low center of gravity, the van should be noticeably better handled. Except In addition, it was equipped with a specially made charging port, which built into the body in the area of the rear lights.
The cost of this particular project is not called, but experts Conductive Classics will build an electric restomod from some old junk for an amount of 45 thousand dollars. 
