2002 Volkswagen EuroVan
This 7-seat 2002 Volkswagen EuroVan is powered by a 2.8 L V6 coupled with a 4-speed automatic transmission. It is located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and according to his owner; it is in good condition for a 20 year old van used in New England.
Now that the family adventure van is showing signs of fatigue, Stewart, who also owns a 2019 Chevy Bolt, wants to convert the EuroVan to electric.
This 7-seat 2002 Volkswagen EuroVan is powered by a 2.8 L V6 coupled with a 4-speed automatic transmission. It is located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and according to its owner, it is in good condition for a 20-year-old van used in New England.
Now that the family adventure van is showing signs of fatigue, Stewart, who also owns a 2019 Chevy Bolt, wants to convert the EuroVan to electric.
With a curb weight of 4,500 Lbs, the EuroVan is equipped with front and rear disc brakes. Three years ago, the suspension was upgraded to make it more robust. It is also equipped with airbags, power steering, and AC.
Stewart bought the van in 2018 and knows that rust is a preoccupation. According to an estimate he received, a third of his budget could be invested in a general bodywork overhaul: rebuild, repair, and paint. He is not interested in physically participating in the conversion but is looking for premium restoration/conversion services for this project.
He does not have a motor or battery preference but would like the family van to be a bit more powerful than today’s OEM specification of 201 hp @ 6200 rpm and 180 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm. Ideally, the family van should reach a top speed of 90 mph with a range of 250 miles. The van will primarily be charged at home. However, charging must be fast (only a few hours).
This project is challenging, and Stewart is willing to ship it cross-country, to the best converter. Shipping and timeline will be determined with the converter.
Towing is not a "must have".
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Year2002
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MakeVolkswagen
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LocationNew Hampshire
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RunYes
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Street useYes
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DrivetrainFRONT-WHEEL DRIVE (FWD)
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TransmissionAutomatic
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Front brakesDisc
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Rear brakesDisc
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Upgrade brakesYes
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Upgrade wheels/tiresYes
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Upgrade suspensionYes
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Upgrade interiorNo
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Power steeringYes
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ACYes
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Primary charging locationHome
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DIYI am not interested in doing anything at all (premium conversion services required)
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EV conversion training neededNo
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Ship vehicle to shopYes, cross country
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EV drive train-- open to suggestions
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EV HPSame as today
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EV torqueSame as today
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EV expectationsA bit more powerful than today
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EV top speed90 mph
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EV range250-270 miles
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EV charging timeHigh (few hours)
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TowingYes
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Use of used partsI don't know