As EVs are becoming more mainstream, new options are coming up. Now, you can get some vintage EVs for just Rs 3 lakh.
Despite a few roadblocks, electric vehicles are steadily getting adopted by Indian customers. While electric SUVs are still expensive, you can easily get your hands on an electric car at an affordable cost. Moreover, you can do this in style. Many Indian fabricators are offering vintage EVs for just Rs 3 lakh. Custom-made electric vehicles use bare-basic powertrains and components. Additionally, you can drive these vintage-themed EVs without a license as the top speeds are restricted to 45 kmph.
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In this article, let’s take a look at some of the best-looking electric vintage car replicas you can get your hands on. Many brands like Punjab-based Pluto Motors and Royal Safari are offering scaled-down versions of classic models. The compact vintage cars come in smaller dimensions. Unlike the original cars with petrol engines, these run on electric power. However, you only use these vehicles for personal use only. These vehicles are not allowed to be used for commercial purposes.
Electric Willys
This EV is a version of the Classic Willys Jeep. It looks completely identical to the original version. However, it comes with smaller dimensions. The scaled-down version is proportional to the Willys CJ3B Jeep. The Electric Willys comes with a top speed of 45 kmph. It can be driven up to 100 km on a single charge. You can fully charge the battery in just 4-5 hours. While the motor is positioned between the rear wheels, the battery is placed beneath the front hood. The e-Willys comes with a price tag of Rs 2.50 lakh.
Greenmaster
The ‘Greenmaster’ is another vintage-themed electric car. It comes with a green color finish. The two-seater car comes with a centrally-placed dual-pod instrument console. The spoke wheels and tube-type tires are taken from a Royal Enfield motorcycle. The all-electric car is powered by a 1.2 kW electric motor that offers a peak torque output of 2.2 Nm, a maximum driving range of 100 km, and a top speed of 45 kmph. The Greenmaster comes with a starting price of Rs 4.5 lakh. It comes with a 3-year warranty for its battery.
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Pluto Motors Vintage Car
Pluto Motors is a Punjab-based brand that offers vintage-themed electric cars. This white-colored compact EV comes equipped with a centrally-placed fully-digital instrument console, 19-inch tube-type tires, and LED auxiliary lamps. The brand has placed two batteries beneath its bonnet and two batteries at the back. The two-seater car comes with a top speed of 45 kmph. It is said to come with a maximum range of 100 km.
Rolls-Royce Classic
This electric car looks like the Rolls-Royce Classic. It features a two-door design with flared rounded wheel arches. On the front, you can see a round-themed chrome grille with faux Rolls-Royce badges. The sides of the bonnet also get multiple slats for a vintage look. The steering of the vintage EV is taken from a Maruti Suzuki Zen. There is also a centrally-placed instrument console. This Rolls-Royce Classic EV comes with a range of 80 km and a top speed of 80 kmph.
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Royal Safari
This EV from Royal Safari comes with a luggage space. It is made out of sheet metal. The brand has even added a removable waterproof roof. The Royal Safari EV comes with multiple battery pack options. You can choose from Lithium-Ion and Lead Acid type batteries. The company is promising a range of 100 km. Additional features on the car include a monochrome instrument cluster that shows all the details and status of the EV.
