I first saw "Vintage Voltage" and this super fast EV Conversion of that lovely Octopus Energy sponsored Beetle! A little late, but congrats to Moggy and his team! I am an expat of the UK, and visited the UK during February 2020, for 21 days holiday ( I reside in Sydney Australia). BUT Covid struck the UK during March 2020, and I got stranded in the UK for almost one year (363 days before I saw my Sydney home again). But I thoroughly watched every "Vintage Voltage" in my confinement in the UK. I must say that 'I was inspired' to go EV with my 1971 Super Bug way back in 2018. But my dream turned to reality during April 2020, but I was deeply frustrated - not being able to see - or drive my newly-converted Electric Beetle, and being confined to the residence in a Bolton (Lancs) street!! I finally made it home, to Australia after 2-weeks held in quarantine when I landed Australia. My first job- was to take a taxi to the factory that completed the EV Conversion, and see AND DRIVE my new Super Beetle. Finally, I love the commentary, the scenery, as Moggy feels thrilled with the Car that he has created. Also, my experiences with my EV Beetle matches with everything that Moggy has said. The weight balance (with added Battery Mass at the front) has definitely removed the "twitchiness" from the steering, as most Beetle owners would agree. The car feels more 'planted' on the road. MY EV Conversion was done exactly the same as the Octopus Energy Beetle. (Tesla model 'S' Battery Pack + Netgain Hyper 9 Motor. Every time that I drive my EV Beetle, I feel lucky, and wear a smile too! I had exactly the same 'teething problems' with the setup of the Inverter Computer as Moggy. All fixed and the car has been 100% reliable. Car goes to Shows, the last one being "Fully Charged" at the Darling Harbour EV Show 2023. It is on YT, and is the only white 1971 EV Super Beetle there on display. Car also goes to the VW Nationals, held in Sydney on 28th May 2023. An Essay, I know, but that is my 'happiest' personal story.
Watched you on Vintage Voltage.... It was a decent series that I feel deserves a second season. What a gorgeous Beetle that in all honesty I would have left original. Oh well, never mind.
A very interesting video Peter, nice one! In my eyes, electric cars have yet to feature on my radar, there's just something about them that hasn't clicked with me yet. This Beetle however, is a different story; a classic car with an electric motor would be on my driveway in a heartbeat! I love it!
One of the most memorable times in my life was living in Newtown in, 92 - 93. Part of the team that built and commissioned Wales' first wind farms. Nice Bug!
Hi Pete Wow mate how good was that Thoroughly enjoyed that mate what a great set lads and lovely of everyone involved to let you share it with us lot thanks Pete 👍👍👍👍
Spotted a blue mini in the corner of the garage. That'll be one happy mini owner. Nice beetle too. Looks better than a Tesla to me. Sorry Ped. Hope the Y looks better than the 3. If not, you still have your minis to love and enjoy in the weekend. Cheers!
Nice video Ped. My Dad had a 1970s Beetle when I was in my teens, would love another. Very impressive work from Moggy and the team. Much easier doing it on a freshly restored car, different story when all the bolts are rusty AF (it's a Beetle) and snap off!
Excellent video, I am a huge fan of Vintage Voltage. One question if the batteries come from old Tesla's, what's happened to the cars? Damaged beyond repair? Keep these videos coming Pedro, they're fantastic.
I think the government should offer all classic car owners some funds to convert their old machines to EV if they want to. I think the classic beetle was a great car but the engine was never anything to write home about, now with the improved handling and miles better performance this has become more reliable and less costs to maintain I think it can live on for another 30 years.
Isn't the hyper 9 a dc motor? I thought dc motors could not get regen? Also, the beetle is the most converted car on the planet. And its great, but as an old car enthusiast, can we see some other configurations converted too? Perhaps inline front wheel drive/4 wheel drive (audi/subaru configuration), transverse front wheel drive or the most common classic configuration of front engined rear wheel drive.
To put in the motor you can remove the two transaxle bolts and tilt down the transaxle just a touch. It works and you can then re-torque the transaxle bolts. I do this so I don't have to cut any metal. Im putting in a double stack AC-35 from HPEVS into my Bug. Ive had two different motors in that beastie and the AC-35 will be the shortest in the bug. Easy to mount.
I watched the original film on tv and have again enjoyed watching it just now on your show....usually I'd try to make a joke but not this time Peter....this is the way forward for most people with classic cars for the future so well done them. 👍👏👏👏
Noooo, don't go there! Being able to fully "recharge", endlessly, at any petrol station ... that smell ... the perception of gear changes ... REAL buttons and dials so we can keep our eyes on the road ...
@@PetrolPed exciting! Might I suggest that they cut out the transmission tunnel and make it a flat floor car? I'm guessing they'll use the engine bay to locate the batteries.
I live in states and would love to do this to my 72 beetle would love to get ahold of these guys and get some info on what they used and where to get etc
Very impressive but what about the economical side of it,i am about to consider to a rebuild for the joy of it,just for fun but what would the cost be turn key ready ?????? Best regards Robert Sweden
Conversions range from £20k to £65k depending on the motor used and the size of the battery pack. ECC do a kit for a Beetle which makes it a bit cheaper 👍
I did watch this program on Quest probably 6 to 8 weeks ago, why I remember it the registration SMB are my wife's initials if I remember correctly in the program you presented it to a young girl accompanied by her mother after it had been completed and you test drove it yourself and at that time I didn't realise you was presenting electric cars on Quest although I do remember on one of your own programs PP that you had stated that you was going to do programs on electric cars with a friend who had been at University with you, but you both went your separate ways..
What do these cars cost? do you have to buy the petro beetle first and then hire someone to convert it for can you buy them already done. I'm in Canada. thanks.
I wonder if you could get a polycarbonate box in the boot to give you some storage, without destroying the airflow for the motor cooling. Storage is the only thing missing with that bug.
Doesn't "petrol" in Petrol Ped stand for gasoline? You just took away what gives this car half of its character (the aircooled engine). Otherwise, great video and very nice car!
This whole process is reversible, because no welding or damage is done to the original car. You simply remove the motor, replace the engine, and Fuel Tank. I should know, because I own one - just like this video. Nothing is destroyed, you simply have another Motive Option for your classic car, and, that is: Do you want to breathe CO pollution all of your life - or go green with a non-polluting motor that propels you along?
will it work safely under heavy rain and if it ran through a puddle in a flooded street after a heavy rain night, what would happen? will it work safely with a lot of water frim beneath as well?
I can answer your question. On date 15th February 2021, I had to take out my Electric Beetle (converted in exactly the same way as this video). The rain was absolutely torrential. On a three-lane highway, I had to cover about 15kM on flooded roads. The Nearside Lane (which I used), had about 100mm of water depth, (in parts where drainage was very poor) and the passing cars also gave my EV Beetle a good soaking! The truth is that my EV Beetle never missed a beat. I wouldn't normally take out my EV Beetle in such extreme weather, but on this rainy day, I had no option. Trust me, the EV Beetle performed just the same as if it was a 'dry' day.
Thanks to Attaboy TV and Octopus Energy for letting me share this video with you. Like having a ‘Peddlerz Special’ episode of Vintage Voltage 👍
I like the idea
I have a Beetle 1300 and I have been tinkering around the idea of going electric. Wonderful video and great achievement.
That Beetle is in mint condition including the petrol engine.
I first saw "Vintage Voltage" and this super fast EV Conversion of that lovely Octopus Energy sponsored Beetle! A little late, but congrats to Moggy and his team! I am an expat of the UK, and visited the UK during February 2020, for 21 days holiday ( I reside in Sydney Australia). BUT Covid struck the UK during March 2020, and I got stranded in the UK for almost one year (363 days before I saw my Sydney home again). But I thoroughly watched every "Vintage Voltage" in my confinement in the UK. I must say that 'I was inspired' to go EV with my 1971 Super Bug way back in 2018. But my dream turned to reality during April 2020, but I was deeply frustrated - not being able to see - or drive my newly-converted Electric Beetle, and being confined to the residence in a Bolton (Lancs) street!!
I finally made it home, to Australia after 2-weeks held in quarantine when I landed Australia. My first job- was to take a taxi to the factory that completed the EV Conversion, and see AND DRIVE my new Super Beetle. Finally, I love the commentary, the scenery, as Moggy feels thrilled with the Car that he has created. Also, my experiences with my EV Beetle matches with everything that Moggy has said. The weight balance (with added Battery Mass at the front) has definitely removed the "twitchiness" from the steering, as most Beetle owners would agree. The car feels more 'planted' on the road. MY EV Conversion was done exactly the same as the Octopus Energy Beetle. (Tesla model 'S' Battery Pack + Netgain Hyper 9 Motor. Every time that I drive my EV Beetle, I feel lucky, and wear a smile too! I had exactly the same 'teething problems' with the setup of the Inverter Computer as Moggy. All fixed and the car has been 100% reliable. Car goes to Shows, the last one being "Fully Charged" at the Darling Harbour EV Show 2023. It is on YT, and is the only white 1971 EV Super Beetle there on display. Car also goes to the VW Nationals, held in Sydney on 28th May 2023. An Essay, I know, but that is my 'happiest' personal story.
My first car was a VW beetle. So nice to see that the same car after 50 years begins on a second life without emission. It is just amazing !!
The boys are iconic !! Nice work and thanks for letting Pedro share it !👍🏻🍻🇨🇦
Loved this , perfect for a Monday evening. Moggy and the team are brilliant , well done all ! Hope we get to see who wins the Beetle 😊
nice one guy's, the future of keeping vintage cars on the road.
Nice surprise to have a video to watch tonight.
Watched you on Vintage Voltage.... It was a decent series that I feel deserves a second season.
What a gorgeous Beetle that in all honesty I would have left original.
Oh well, never mind.
yes never mind like wise.
Brilliant video Pete. I was amazed to see the Gordon Keeble in the background!
1 of only 100 👍
@@PetrolPed Nearly bought in the 70's for £1500!!
A very interesting video Peter, nice one! In my eyes, electric cars have yet to feature on my radar, there's just something about them that hasn't clicked with me yet. This Beetle however, is a different story; a classic car with an electric motor would be on my driveway in a heartbeat! I love it!
Well done Moggy and lads, what a great achievement. Nice looking beetle as well. Thanks Pete, great viewing.
Cheers Andy 👍
Can't get enough of Vintage Voltage.
Great to hear 👍
One of the most memorable times in my life was living in Newtown in, 92 - 93. Part of the team that built and commissioned Wales' first wind farms. Nice Bug!
Well done PP great video mate from Oz i hope we see more of these car, 🚘 films 🎥. How come U were not there ? 👏👏👏🏁😍.
I was busy on the day they did it 😢
Moggy and his team are simply the best at electric car conversions ( Period ) 👌👌👌👌
They sure are 👍
That Bug is in very good condition isn't it. Almost like it's been restored.
It sure was 👍
Hi Pete
Wow mate how good was that
Thoroughly enjoyed that mate what a great set lads and lovely of everyone involved to let you share it with us lot thanks Pete 👍👍👍👍
Thanks Carl. I’m glad people are enjoying it 👍
Enjoyed that. Nice one.
Spotted a blue mini in the corner of the garage. That'll be one happy mini owner. Nice beetle too. Looks better than a Tesla to me. Sorry Ped. Hope the Y looks better than the 3. If not, you still have your minis to love and enjoy in the weekend. Cheers!
Oh yes 😜👍
My old Uni mate Moggy! Great job lads 👍🏻
Hi Ped
Great collaboration video. It would appear Moggy and the boys are keeping busy judging by the interesting collection of cars in the workshop.
They sure are 😜👍
Loved it again. great shop, what batteries did he use, he stated Tesla but normally he uses LG? Thanks great video.
Doesn’t use LGs so much at the moment as they are in very short supply 👍
Have you changed the brakes 🤣
Loved that.Put a smile on my face too.👍
Really enjoyed that nice to see the beetle given a new lease of life.
Drives better too 👍
This is great! I want one! 👍
Nice video Ped. My Dad had a 1970s Beetle when I was in my teens, would love another.
Very impressive work from Moggy and the team. Much easier doing it on a freshly restored car, different story when all the bolts are rusty AF (it's a Beetle) and snap off!
LOL 😂
Great video. Let’s hope we get another series of vintage voltage. I really enjoyed the show including the last 3 episodes.
Let’s hope so 🤞
Amazing feat of engineering and what an awesome car to own. Thanks for sharing.
Glad you enjoy it 👍
Excellent video, I am a huge fan of Vintage Voltage. One question if the batteries come from old Tesla's, what's happened to the cars? Damaged beyond repair? Keep these videos coming Pedro, they're fantastic.
Often crash damaged vehicles 👍
I think the government should offer all classic car owners some funds to convert their old machines to EV if they want to. I think the classic beetle was a great car but the engine was never anything to write home about, now with the improved handling and miles better performance this has become more reliable and less costs to maintain I think it can live on for another 30 years.
That is a top-drawer idea! BORIS, ARE YOU LISTENING?
Great video Pete many thanks for sharing it with us and a big thumbs up to Moggy and team, what a great bunch of experienced mechanics.
Cheers Gareth. They are a great bunch of lads 👍
Isn't the hyper 9 a dc motor? I thought dc motors could not get regen?
Also, the beetle is the most converted car on the planet. And its great, but as an old car enthusiast, can we see some other configurations converted too? Perhaps inline front wheel drive/4 wheel drive (audi/subaru configuration), transverse front wheel drive or the most common classic configuration of front engined rear wheel drive.
Brilliant video love to see classic cars converted to run on electrical power
👍
“Eat your penguin” 🤣🤣🤣 well done guys fantastic effort 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
😂😂😂
Who would have believed it possible to convert an old classic Beatle from petrol to electric power in a day hats off to you guys well done . 🙂
Amazing huh 👍
Loved the vid, hats off to the guys, well done 👍👍
Hi Pete, you’re old college mate there is pretty cool under pressure. He really is passionate about these conversions. Scenery is superb. 🏴🇺🇸
He sure is 👍
Hi everybody.
Have to say Friday's video and format was great, more please.
This challenge is a big one! HOw cool is that what agreat job.
Thanks Gary. Glad you enjoyed the McLaren 👍
Fascinating video, always interesting to see a transformation from Petrol to electric power. To do it is day is very impressive 👍
Can you find a skoda estelle to do same thing? Would think it would be very similar
To put in the motor you can remove the two transaxle bolts and tilt down the transaxle just a touch. It works and you can then re-torque the transaxle bolts. I do this so I don't have to cut any metal. Im putting in a double stack AC-35 from HPEVS into my Bug. Ive had two different motors in that beastie and the AC-35 will be the shortest in the bug. Easy to mount.
You have to love British ingenuity and can do culture. Great job!
Cheers 👍
Hello PP, it’s always impressive to watch the gang, but in a day is some going.
I still can’t believe they did it 👏👏👏
I watched the original film on tv and have again enjoyed watching it just now on your show....usually I'd try to make a joke but not this time Peter....this is the way forward for most people with classic cars for the future so well done them. 👍👏👏👏
Thanks David 👍
Well done to Moggy and his team. Has to comp taken place yet?
That’s awesome 🎉🎉🎉
Magic video Peter ✊
Thanks Simon 👍
Awesomeness abounds!!!!!!!! I'm in lurve with that Beetle! 🥰
How many KWh battery did you put in that VW?
Awesome video and well done. Have you changed the brakes?
They were checked and with regen were fine 👍
Great video thanks, bit concerned I'm beginning to like the thought electric cars Lol.
Noooo, don't go there!
Being able to fully "recharge", endlessly, at any petrol station ... that smell ... the perception of gear changes ... REAL buttons and dials so we can keep our eyes on the road ...
@@numbereightyseven Ha, your right thanks for the reality check.
Nothing to worry about 😜👍
Did not think it would work......with a bug in the system !
Lol 😆
See what you did there 😂
They're working next to a Gordon Keeble! What are they doing with that? Electric conversion? Would love a story on that!
Tune in to Series 2 of Vintage Voltage on Quest early next year. The Gordon Keeble is having a mid mounted 450hp large Tesla motor 👍
@@PetrolPed exciting! Might I suggest that they cut out the transmission tunnel and make it a flat floor car? I'm guessing they'll use the engine bay to locate the batteries.
I live in states and would love to do this to my 72 beetle would love to get ahold of these guys and get some info on what they used and where to get etc
Brilliant video, really enjoyable.
Glad you enjoyed it 👍
Great video Ped
Cheers 👍
This is super cool.
Enjoyed that mate! What a great project.
Thanks Jeff 👍
Very cool.
lmao at the way he says "brake-throttle!?"
Excellent work 👍
Cheers Steve 👍
inspiring thankyou
Well done to all involved. Result.
Cheers Steven 👍
Loved the video, how much does this conversion cost?
Brilliant!
Very impressive but what about the economical side of it,i am about to consider to a rebuild for the joy of it,just for fun but what would the cost be turn key ready ??????
Best regards
Robert
Sweden
Electric conversions are still very expensive 😢
Nice, when will this mod come to dk an to Fiat Panda 🐼 🤔
I only have one question: Did the treat the bare metal where they cut that small section out? I'm guessing no. Hello rust!
Yes of course 👍
I bet they had a few Beetle juices after that Epic transformation 👍🧽🏁
I think they all went home to bed 😂😂😂
Love love love it!
👍
Interesting. What sort of rough cost Ped?
Conversions range from £20k to £65k depending on the motor used and the size of the battery pack. ECC do a kit for a Beetle which makes it a bit cheaper 👍
I did watch this program on Quest probably 6 to 8 weeks ago, why I remember it the registration SMB are my wife's initials if I remember correctly in the program you presented it to a young girl accompanied by her mother after it had been completed and you test drove it yourself and at that time I didn't realise you was presenting electric cars on Quest although I do remember on one of your own programs PP that you had stated that you was going to do programs on electric cars with a friend who had been at University with you, but you both went your separate ways..
Hi Peds 👍
Hi 👋
Hiya.
Hi 🙋♂️
Wooooooooow did they use the original 4speed transmission 🕵🏾
What do these cars cost? do you have to buy the petro beetle first and then hire someone to convert it for can you buy them already done. I'm in Canada. thanks.
can i joint your team please
this is my dreaming life i love this excited energy usage please just give visa for me
Quality video
Thanks Robin 👍
Green with envy or what?
I wonder if you could get a polycarbonate box in the boot to give you some storage, without destroying the airflow for the motor cooling.
Storage is the only thing missing with that bug.
Yep. They could do that 👍
Moggy already has an electric beetle, So it should be almost straight forward for them.
Moggies Beetle is a Tesla direct drive conversion but this isn’t the first they’ve done ✅
Doesn't "petrol" in Petrol Ped stand for gasoline? You just took away what gives this car half of its character (the aircooled engine). Otherwise, great video and very nice car!
Awesome👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾😎
Evening all 👋
Hi 👋 how r u
@@coltoncleveringa8004 good thank you. How are you getting on?
@@benhigginson9763 doing ok it’s 1pm we’re I’m at so I’m enjoying time with my wife and kids before work.
@@coltoncleveringa8004 sounds good. Enjoy every minute. Like people say (and it's true) it goes very fast.
@@benhigginson9763 I do my best to cherish every moment. Cause ya blink and there few years older.
Awesome 😎
I want to combine my Nissan Leaf with my MR2 mk3. I think rear wheel, light weight car.. and the bhp figures are not miles apart.
Hello I’m trying to convert my 76 beetle to electric but on a budget do you guys have any advice?
Make sure you know what you are doing 😜
First!! Evening all! How’s everyone doing?
Doing pretty good how about you?
@@coltoncleveringa8004 Good thanks!
Boom 💥
Nice one 👍
Cheers 👍
Why destroy a classic VW Beetle just to make it electric? I don't get it.
This whole process is reversible, because no welding or damage is done to the original car. You simply remove the motor, replace the engine, and Fuel Tank. I should know, because I own one - just like this video. Nothing is destroyed, you simply have another Motive Option for your classic car, and, that is: Do you want to breathe CO pollution all of your life - or go green with a non-polluting motor that propels you along?
Sad to see them ruin a perfectly good classic car.
Hi Peddlerz
Evening Simon! 👍🏻
Hi 👋 how u been
@@coltoncleveringa8004 Good thanks! Yourself?
@@francoisg3500 hi François
@@coltoncleveringa8004 Hi Colton all ok now cheers, how are you
Hi there. How much di it cost to cenvert
Hope we will have the same un France. But actually we can’t have more HP than the original so....anyway : amazing conversion 💪👍👌
Boooo 😢
Time to emigrate then, to a place where you can have more power in a vehicle
Very interesting video, it would of been nice to get a rough costing on a conversion though
ECC do a kit for a Beetle but conversions range from £20-65k depending on the choice of motor and battery pack 👍
@@PetrolPed I'll do it myself for that price, I have an old milk float out the back...
how can i buy this conversion kit
Contact Electric Classic Cars. They sell a kit 👍
www.electricclassiccars.co.uk/
@@PetrolPed thanks
will it work safely under heavy rain and if it ran through a puddle in a flooded street after a heavy rain night, what would happen? will it work safely with a lot of water frim beneath as well?
Perfectly fine. Everything is sealed. In fact it should deal with deep water better than an internal combustion engine 👍
@@PetrolPed wow, that's great to know!! Million thanks for your reply, thank you so much again and again :)
I can answer your question. On date 15th February 2021, I had to take out my Electric Beetle (converted in exactly the same way as this video). The rain was absolutely torrential. On a three-lane highway, I had to cover about 15kM on flooded roads. The Nearside Lane (which I used), had about 100mm of water depth, (in parts where drainage was very poor) and the passing cars also gave my EV Beetle a good soaking! The truth is that my EV Beetle never missed a beat. I wouldn't normally take out my EV Beetle in such extreme weather, but on this rainy day, I had no option. Trust me, the EV Beetle performed just the same as if it was a 'dry' day.
@@peterduxbury927 million zillion thanks for your great reply