ELECTRIC CAR BARGAINS UNDER $10,000: WINDOW SHOP WITH CAR AND DRIVER

EV Channels Review

This episode of 'Window Shop with Car and Driver' tackles the challenge of finding electric vehicles for under $10,000, revealing a market where values have dropped significantly. The panel explores several unique and often quirky options. Jonathan Ramsey presents a custom-built electric convertible, highlighting its unique style and DIY nature, though questioning its practicality and charging. Joey Caparella showcases a 'glider' version of the Coda EV, essentially a brand-new car without a battery, presenting it as a blank canvas for customization. Ezra Dyer introduces the Cadillac ELR, a luxurious but expensive range-extended EV that, despite its hybrid nature, is considered for its electric architecture and striking design, though its high mileage and price are significant drawbacks. Brad Fick shares his recent purchase of a 2017 Nissan Leaf and also discusses a converted Ford Ranger EV, emphasizing the trade-offs in range and battery condition for older EVs. The discussion highlights the compromises involved in buying used EVs, from limited range and charging concerns to the unique challenges of battery degradation and the availability of parts.