HERE'S THE TRUE STORY BEHIND THE NEW 2012 CODA ELECTRIC BARN FIND THAT COST $1.00!

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This video chronicles the acquisition and initial inspection of a remarkably preserved 2012 Coda Electric, famously purchased for just one dollar. The Coda, a rare electric sedan with only 117 units produced before the company's bankruptcy, is presented as a unique 'barn find' with a mere 55 miles on the odometer. The reviewer highlights its generic, almost AI-generated design, but praises its surprisingly robust LFP battery pack, which shows minimal degradation despite a decade of neglect. Key features discussed include its 33 kWh battery, 6 kW AC charging capability, and the surprisingly high original MSRP of $43,000, which likely contributed to its poor sales. The car's historical significance as an early EV competitor to the Nissan Leaf and Ford Focus Electric, and its eventual transition to a new owner through a dealership's unique circumstances, form the core of the narrative. While not a performance vehicle, its ability to function after years of sitting is a testament to its build quality.