Porsche 550 Spyder replica electric conversion

The Porsche 550 Spyder replica electric conversion is a kit car replica of a 1950s model Porsche Spyder hand assembled and converted to an electric vehicle by Homestead Enterprises.

The base model Porsche 550 Spyder electric produces 136 peak horsepower from two FB1-4001 Advanced DC 8-inch motors at 192 volts total propelling it from 0-60 MPH in 8 seconds and granting it a top speed of 112 MPH. The range per charge is anywhere from 40 to 100 miles and can be charged within 2 hours.

The base price for this vehicle, including lead acid batteries, is $30,000 USD.

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