Not sure about now, but certainly 10 years ago Chinese & Vietnamese "Tubeless" rims had tendency not to have the internal beads to stop the tyre wall from de-seating, the tyre might not have a puncture at all, it could simply have demounted because of the lack of internal beading.
There is a guy that bought a different brand from China, he lives in Florida, and only uses it on private property. He said it would have to be licensed, and can't be. Yours is cool too. How much did it cost?
That is an impressive vehicle for the price point. It is so much better than an electric motor bike for some circumstances. When I was in china 10 years ago there were motorbikes everywhere. The motorbikes were the small ones, some scooter style, most were 125cc or similar type small engine. People used them going to the store, work ect. Entire families at times could ride on them. Now china did have a decent mass transit system. However for a mother with a couple of kids or several bags of groceries in rainy weather, a car is such a better option. I personally remember taking out an electric motor bike for the day and found performance satisfactory. The electric motor bike kept up with basic traffic, was faster and easier than a bicycle, didn't result in getting sweaty and had about two hours of driving at 20 mph. Having a car, keeps you from getting wet, better encloses the occupants from dust dirt and hazards. Keeps better control of kids and animals, and has numerous other advantages. It is impressive that china is finally starting to design its own stuff and this price point has a potential to be areal game changer for many people who do not have a car.
So genuinely there are 3 issues. The bar, the hole in the back, and the mirrors. Some new motorbike mirrors, a few welds, and bit of putty fixes all the issues.
And a wheel/tire failed so i assume he has no current spare (I'd stick a tube in it as a spare). This is an enclosed two seat front to back golf cart. If you could buy a golf cart for the same money, then I'd do it for extended service. If not, then this is a cheaper golf cart with good enclosure.
I know many many years when I was in high school I had a little Subaru little little car but it was the best little car I ever had and you wanna talk about it. It was great the only problem was some idiot hit me from behind and destroyed it but otherwise I have good memories
I brought a child's cheap Chinese electric ATV for my small farm as I can no longer walk more than a few meters. In just a couple of months I clocked up over 100 kilometres. My sheep have eaten the indicators and a few minor things but does the job of an adult Japanese petrol ATV for a fraction of the price. I love it and she even has a name 'Elly'. If I could get one of those little cars I certainly would. I could see them both happily charging next to each other 🥰 Thanks for the update 👍
I have in my possession, a Wheeltech Mercury M48 mobility scooter which is around 20 years old. Now that scooter is basically the same engineering as the Changli, just smaller. So what ever it can do, the Changli should be able to do at least as well, and probably better. I would not be surprised to find the Changli is still around in 20 years. The shiny bits may not be so shiny, and the paintwork may have faded a bit, but the vehicle will very likely be just as good. Does the Changli use a brushless motor? - If it does, then all the better. Brushes are the bits that are likely to let you down worst of all. The worst part (for me) is that you cannot get hold of these vehicles in the UK, not for love, nor money!
@@no1DdC you could, but you couldn’t legally use it on UK roads. Which makes it kind-of ineffective as a car. It’s not as if it could be used as a track day weapon either. So unless you have a huge garden to trundle round in, it’s next to useless importing one into the UK.
@@patrickmartin3322 - You _could_. Some depends on the state, but if you wanted to sell them in all of the states, you'd have to fit them into a category, and get licensed as a motor vehicle dealer - possibly manufacturer. In some states, things like this are allowed on roads classified as '30 mph or less'. For example, in Texas, if a road is not labeled, the speed limit is 30. If the vehicle is under a certain horsepower, or CC's, then it doesn't have to be registered as a vehicle, but can still travel the roads. They're treated like motorized bicycles.
Changli is my passport to luxury living in my retirement. The hell with 401s! I bought a Changli 9 months ago. It is now sitting in my garage on blocks. The entire car is covered in vis-queen. I have exactly 1.2 km in mileage on it. In another 19 years, you will see it at auction on Barett-Jackson. Just imagine what a 20-year-old Changli in pristine condition will sell for. In the car collector world, the sky is the limit. I am thinking of the order of $ 2-2.3 million!!! Hell yeah! Better than buying a lottery ticket with hope. I will be strolling in high cotton! Be happy, be safe.
Hey Jason, I still have my blue ChangLi! it's still running good, I got the optional lithium ion stainless steel battery box. I never bothered installing the bumpers as I think it looks good without them. I have to install the optional rooftop air conditioning unit
I wondered about lithium options. It pays for itself given how many times you'd have to replace the lead batteries in the same time it would take the lithium ones to wear out. I don't trust lead batteries, they are all wrong for EV applications which push them too hard imo. I'm surprised the ones in the OP's Changli even lasted a year.
I dunno what cars you are buying, but my last ford went 160,000 miles before it needed repairs, and that was only the clutch. I would think this would be more the norm than the exception nowadays.
@@rickjohansson4257 No offense, but that sounds made up. No engine/transmission repairs is perfectly reasonable if you baby it, but no repair whatsoever on odd stuff like mirror, washer line, etc after 160k miles? This golf cart doesn't need engine or transmission repairs either, so that's not saying much. My old Dodge minivan had no engine or transmission issues until 240k miles, and you know about dodge quality. But many small things happen to 30 years old cars, that's just unavoidable.
@@georgedang449 my 1965 comet has not had any major repairs only oil changes, still on the same untouched motor , tranny still three in the tree, inline six banger, never let me down yet... Could use a new paint job and reupholstering. Not fast but reliable, 65 Comet 202 rare, but fun to watch people give thumbs up, go to car shows and everyone wants to know what your packing under the hood!!!! All I can say is "Wanna race" most back down, but there's always one smart ass that wants to look under the hood first. Never judge another mans vehicle because of its looks, he pays cheaper insurance than you for a reason........😱
Cost per month of owning a tesla is about $160. Other cars run $205 to $410. That's pretty good. Have a friend that owns one. He hasn't had any problems yet after 3 years.
@@macmcleod1188 yeah not really interested in one person who owns a tesla, I'm talking about the fact that they're the least reliable car brand in the US
@@macmcleod1188 also according to tesla themselves the monthly payment is $389 for a model 3 standard range plus. Someone been feeding you bs and you've been eating it up
Jason, you should import one of those Hongguang Mini EVs, that go for around 4k$ in china. It looks more like a proper car, but still way cheaper than anything else.
The problem is that the Changli falls into the neighborhood vehicle loophole in the US, whereas the Hongguang most likely doesn't. It would be pretty difficult to get this thing certified for road use.
@@no1DdC Given that GM was behind development of that car and that a similar version will also be sold in europe, i'm sure it could be made road legal in the use as well. Just not for 4k$
@@no1DdC With top speed at 60-80 mph, no way they'll fall through the crack. A shame, really. This is why we're not allowed to have nice things. These things have seat belts, air bags, crumple zones, some even abs and traction control. They're basically proper cars that are far safer than, say, old cars from the 80s that are still on the road legally today. All for $4-8k.
Maybe invest in some wheel chalks or a small brick for jacking up your vehicle. I'm surprised David didn't suggest that with as often as he's under a Jeep.
Delighted to know it is lasting. I think for those tiny car enthusiast, it will last even longer if taken care by them. I would repaint a second layer underneath it with anti rust paint upon receiving this car. 🚙👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@@thijsvanderlinden2209 why not? you have tons of janky looking "brommer" virgo and rest of moped-cars... if they can, this thing should as well. esp when you sprinkle it with some milieuvriendlijk fairy dust haha!
@@bluemoondiadochi this thing is pretty rigged, if you mod your moped in any way, it propably wont pass inspection because its "too dangerous" those brommers are basically fast e-bikes without the peddals, there limited at 40kph pretty sure
@@thijsvanderlinden2209 That might well be true,. but i think the same problem applies to the existing ones as well, as wellas 25km/h scooters (which are rigged left and right). but there are also limitations in place for the speed and i cant believe the existing scootmobiles and brommobiles are much safer than this thing. Oh, and the newest ones actually have air bags and seat belts, so theres that. Plus, on the positive side, given the potential this vehicle can provide for city users, i think it's well worth a serious consideration.
@@williammielenz3752 damn. seems like the ones with a truck bed could be a good little work vehicle for large property instead of expensive golf cart and side by side
I absolutely cannot wait to see this thing overclocked and with some more power behind it. I am worried that the extra power might cause some other areas to fail, such as the brakes, but what a little trooper!
Beautiful looking car. No front brakes, no problem. Drum rear brakes which are mechanical I think. Obviously the flat tire wasn’t bothering you enough to get it fixed. I say modify it with a Tesla motor and have fun at the stop lights. Put on some Brembo brakes and go trolling for suckers.😳😮😬😁
Maybe you have answered this question before. Is the vehicle registered where you live? Also, is the car insured? I have to say the Changli is very interesting.
I can answer it no, and no. He has no plates on it. Most small towns in the US and Canada won't bother you if you don't try to take something like it on the highway, and keep it on side streets. Had he taken it on a highway he would of been at the mercy of the officer pulling him over. Literally can become a felony quick if you take non DOT approved vehicle anywhere near a highway.
Equivalent t0 24 mph for me (albeit downhill on a road with brakes that didn't really work, and a car at the end, which I had predicted. Scariest moment I've ever had on a bicycle).
If I tried to take this thing on the road the cops would be swarming around to try and arrest me. How can you drive this thing on the road without hassles?
The Chang li was not a great car. But is a testament to the inherent simplicity of an EV. This is why more and more cars will be electric ⚡️ in the next few years.
@@sandraday6955 the cheapest tesla is $65,000 plus and going up because they can raise the prices and battery raw materials are going up. The cheapest car, that can meet us safety standards is the byd dolphin. Atto 2 in western countries. The dolphin is the equivalent of $18,000 to $21,000 USD in China. No idea what they will cost in the USA because Trump put a 25% tariff on cars made in China.
How much does it weigh Kennett toe flat behind a small RV that’s what I want to know and how do I get one if it’s reasonable? Does it have to be insured and tagged
Outside of a sleepy small town side streets and golf-cart communities, I don't see any practicality except it makes for a flashy and affordable coffin.
I love your track test! It was a real "hoot"! Must've takin' been a wild adrenalin-inducing joy ride and probably took hours to bring your heart rate down to normal! Oo-Wee Rock & Roll!
calling it now, Changli will take over the entire beverly hills in less than a year, Kimye, Westdashian, all those ppl, so get ONE before it's too late!!!!
Questions: >Is it street legal in all 50 U.S. states & with which limitations, -or- what it would cost in both parts & labor to get it legal. >Full cost if imported, incl import taxes & shipping & total misc (bottom line sum total). >Insurance rates for minimum req by law & for bank req to get auto loan. >Annual tag/licence plate & vehicle registration fees. > Parts & maintenance (access & costs of parts, labor, and consumables ... like fluids, filters, tires, Etc.). >Compare sizes to Toy Hauler storage dimensions. >For e-vehicles, can an Xtra battery fit in vehicle to swap out, &/or accessory charging options(?). >Weather hardiness: heat, cold, rain, and water inundation "puddles" + tendency to hydroplane, annnd workarounds (like airfoils, rutters, Etc.) >Ground clearance & workarounds (Ex: undercarriage protection + winch?). > Accessories available via import vs in U.S.? Ex: Battery coolers!, anchors to keep from flying away in wind during storms and hurricanes, very tiny camp trailers like ones for bicycles, car-side canopies/awnings/ tents, lightweight roll bars, Etc.).
The best savings in everyday life is to consume little, you don't have to have a 100 KW battery to drive to the grocery store for everyday life, a TUK TUK is enough for that.
for those who don't know or don't remember, it's worth mentioning the price of this car. the guy just simply said "the cheapest" car you could buy or something like that. wouldn't take any extra effort to say, the $5k(or whatever) changli has held up so and so after a year of use, etc.
I'd love to think there is a garage queen Changli out there somewhere.
All the ones that haven't sold
lol
"It's not a garage queen"
You don't say...
Problem is that Changli is so simple there isn't anything that could break.
Mabey Jay Leno has one. since he has like every car known to man.
I’d like to see that with a more powerful motor for sure. I bet you the Changli would be a real hoot with a 40hp equivalent lithium battery
Hit one pothole here in Quebec Canada and the Changli will be chop suey.
LOFL!
Not sure about now, but certainly 10 years ago Chinese & Vietnamese "Tubeless" rims had tendency not to have the internal beads to stop the tyre wall from de-seating, the tyre might not have a puncture at all, it could simply have demounted because of the lack of internal beading.
There is a guy that bought a different brand from China, he lives in Florida, and only uses it on private property. He said it would have to be licensed, and can't be. Yours is cool too. How much did it cost?
Got stuck behind you on the way to work 👍
That is an impressive vehicle for the price point. It is so much better than an electric motor bike for some circumstances. When I was in china 10 years ago there were motorbikes everywhere. The motorbikes were the small ones, some scooter style, most were 125cc or similar type small engine. People used them going to the store, work ect. Entire families at times could ride on them. Now china did have a decent mass transit system. However for a mother with a couple of kids or several bags of groceries in rainy weather, a car is such a better option. I personally remember taking out an electric motor bike for the day and found performance satisfactory. The electric motor bike kept up with basic traffic, was faster and easier than a bicycle, didn't result in getting sweaty and had about two hours of driving at 20 mph. Having a car, keeps you from getting wet, better encloses the occupants from dust dirt and hazards. Keeps better control of kids and animals, and has numerous other advantages. It is impressive that china is finally starting to design its own stuff and this price point has a potential to be areal game changer for many people who do not have a car.
Chang li should make very mod friendly EV, kinda like building your PC
Fantastic!!!
I'd love one!
Dude, I say you do this every year on the purchase anniversary!! People with nothing to do will rejoice!
omg yes
Capital idea!
I noticed you're here..
some people were actually interested in some info about this vehicle
Lol
So genuinely there are 3 issues. The bar, the hole in the back, and the mirrors.
Some new motorbike mirrors, a few welds, and bit of putty fixes all the issues.
And a wheel/tire failed so i assume he has no current spare (I'd stick a tube in it as a spare). This is an enclosed two seat front to back golf cart. If you could buy a golf cart for the same money, then I'd do it for extended service.
If not, then this is a cheaper golf cart with good enclosure.
I know many many years when I was in high school I had a little Subaru little little car but it was the best little car I ever had and you wanna talk about it. It was great the only problem was some idiot hit me from behind and destroyed it but otherwise I have good memories
I would say top speed is an issue. 🤣
well no front brakes - would be illegal here in Norway
@@steinbauge4591 you can’t drive golf carts on the road?
I brought a child's cheap Chinese electric ATV for my small farm as I can no longer walk more than a few meters. In just a couple of months I clocked up over 100 kilometres. My sheep have eaten the indicators and a few minor things but does the job of an adult Japanese petrol ATV for a fraction of the price. I love it and she even has a name 'Elly'. If I could get one of those little cars I certainly would. I could see them both happily charging next to each other 🥰 Thanks for the update 👍
I seen an electric Chang pickup that looks kinda cool
My name's Elli [short for Eleanor]. Sir, your killer sheep sound kinda scary... 🐑 👀
@@EleanorPeterson what the hell EV munching sheep??!!!
Dreaming of electric sheep huh?
but geez sheep really will eat anything
Can you please tell me which brand and what the maximum speed was? And can you carry weight with it ? Thanks , my situation is somewhat similar
By the way, you can remove the speed limiter. All electric cars in china have speed limiters.
might need it still for NEV plates for various states in the USA (25mph limit)
@@bradaltemeyer4472 how are the police gonna find out if ur changli has a speed limiter or not
@@isatntt yeah it's never going to get there anyway.
@@isatntt By you speeding?
@@gravityskeptic8697 "No officer your radar is wrong I was going 25 max"
You ever take that thing off any sweet jumps?
He got like three feet of air one time.
I noticed that you didn't say how many miles you've traveled in the 12 months.
Would be nice to know.
Which brings up the question: does it have an odometer?
@@dmrr7739 it does. a digital I think.
Yeah
My question too…..
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I have in my possession, a Wheeltech Mercury M48 mobility scooter which is around 20 years old. Now that scooter is basically the same engineering as the Changli, just smaller. So what ever it can do, the Changli should be able to do at least as well, and probably better. I would not be surprised to find the Changli is still around in 20 years. The shiny bits may not be so shiny, and the paintwork may have faded a bit, but the vehicle will very likely be just as good.
Does the Changli use a brushless motor? - If it does, then all the better. Brushes are the bits that are likely to let you down worst of all.
The worst part (for me) is that you cannot get hold of these vehicles in the UK, not for love, nor money!
cool
You can have them shipped from China, if you're feeling adventurous.
@@no1DdC you could, but you couldn’t legally use it on UK roads. Which makes it kind-of ineffective as a car. It’s not as if it could be used as a track day weapon either. So unless you have a huge garden to trundle round in, it’s next to useless importing one into the UK.
@@BungleBare you can’t legally use it on us roads either
@@patrickmartin3322 - You _could_. Some depends on the state, but if you wanted to sell them in all of the states, you'd have to fit them into a category, and get licensed as a motor vehicle dealer - possibly manufacturer. In some states, things like this are allowed on roads classified as '30 mph or less'. For example, in Texas, if a road is not labeled, the speed limit is 30. If the vehicle is under a certain horsepower, or CC's, then it doesn't have to be registered as a vehicle, but can still travel the roads. They're treated like motorized bicycles.
Pulling into a motorcycle shop to get new tires😂
If Santa had a second work shop full of elf’s he hated this would be their transport!
😂😂😂
*elves
These are the cars I picture the lower-ranking elves in the Santa Universe getting issued
Changli is my passport to luxury living in my retirement. The hell with 401s! I bought a Changli 9 months ago. It is now sitting in my garage on blocks. The entire car is covered in vis-queen. I have exactly 1.2 km in mileage on it. In another 19 years, you will see it at auction on Barett-Jackson. Just imagine what a 20-year-old Changli in pristine condition will sell for. In the car collector world, the sky is the limit. I am thinking of the order of $ 2-2.3 million!!! Hell yeah! Better than buying a lottery ticket with hope. I will be strolling in high cotton! Be happy, be safe.
Goodluck and godspeed
How much is one and how long does it take to get it to america
😂..
Hey Jason, I still have my blue ChangLi! it's still running good, I got the optional lithium ion stainless steel battery box. I never bothered installing the bumpers as I think it looks good without them. I have to install the optional rooftop air conditioning unit
It had that? Good to know. Is it for an extra cost?
I wondered about lithium options. It pays for itself given how many times you'd have to replace the lead batteries in the same time it would take the lithium ones to wear out. I don't trust lead batteries, they are all wrong for EV applications which push them too hard imo. I'm surprised the ones in the OP's Changli even lasted a year.
@@queen_of_4 Yes both lithium ion and air conditioning costs more. The base cost of the car at $950 doesn't even include the SLA batteries
How talk are you, how much do you weigh, and how is the leg room?
Spray the underside in fluid film after a good cleaning and drying, will keep rust from starting.
Darn the extra weight.. subtract another 4 MPH.
How many miles/km did you put on it though??
odometer broke. maybe.
I wonder how many drivers of more expensive cars can make the same claim about theirs after one year of use?
I’d argue this car probably hasn’t done anywhere near the mileage the average new car owner does which is why he doesn’t mention it
I dunno what cars you are buying, but my last ford went 160,000 miles before it needed repairs, and that was only the clutch. I would think this would be more the norm than the exception nowadays.
@@rickjohansson4257 No offense, but that sounds made up. No engine/transmission repairs is perfectly reasonable if you baby it, but no repair whatsoever on odd stuff like mirror, washer line, etc after 160k miles? This golf cart doesn't need engine or transmission repairs either, so that's not saying much. My old Dodge minivan had no engine or transmission issues until 240k miles, and you know about dodge quality. But many small things happen to 30 years old cars, that's just unavoidable.
@@georgedang449 my 1965 comet has not had any major repairs only oil changes, still on the same untouched motor , tranny still three in the tree, inline six banger, never let me down yet... Could use a new paint job and reupholstering. Not fast but reliable, 65 Comet 202 rare, but fun to watch people give thumbs up, go to car shows and everyone wants to know what your packing under the hood!!!! All I can say is "Wanna race" most back down, but there's always one smart ass that wants to look under the hood first. Never judge another mans vehicle because of its looks, he pays cheaper insurance than you for a reason........😱
Damn this thing is more reliable than a tesla...
That’s not saying much.
well it's extremely simple car. much less to go wrong. i think it also uses lead acid batteries
Cost per month of owning a tesla is about $160.
Other cars run $205 to $410.
That's pretty good. Have a friend that owns one. He hasn't had any problems yet after 3 years.
@@macmcleod1188 yeah not really interested in one person who owns a tesla, I'm talking about the fact that they're the least reliable car brand in the US
@@macmcleod1188 also according to tesla themselves the monthly payment is $389 for a model 3 standard range plus. Someone been feeding you bs and you've been eating it up
Jason, you should import one of those Hongguang Mini EVs, that go for around 4k$ in china. It looks more like a proper car, but still way cheaper than anything else.
The problem is that the Changli falls into the neighborhood vehicle loophole in the US, whereas the Hongguang most likely doesn't. It would be pretty difficult to get this thing certified for road use.
@@no1DdC Given that GM was behind development of that car and that a similar version will also be sold in europe, i'm sure it could be made road legal in the use as well. Just not for 4k$
@@no1DdC With top speed at 60-80 mph, no way they'll fall through the crack. A shame, really. This is why we're not allowed to have nice things. These things have seat belts, air bags, crumple zones, some even abs and traction control. They're basically proper cars that are far safer than, say, old cars from the 80s that are still on the road legally today. All for $4-8k.
To be blunt, I’d be very interested in one. Sounds odd, but given that I don’t drive far that often it would be fun as Hell
That little beast would look awesome as a woody wagon, like the 1930s and 40s style woodies!
Maybe invest in some wheel chalks or a small brick for jacking up your vehicle. I'm surprised David didn't suggest that with as often as he's under a Jeep.
David never does anything safe. If anything, everything he does is janky and half ass..
Delighted to know it is lasting. I think for those tiny car enthusiast, it will last even longer if taken care by them. I would repaint a second layer underneath it with anti rust paint upon receiving this car. 🚙👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Not for me! I live in Houston TX where air conditioning is MANDATORY. GOOD air conditioning!
What, two/twenty air conditioning isn't enough when you row your car to work?
It would do well in Holland where theres no pesky hills ... 25 mph all the way !!
The Birò car is quite popular in Amsterdam
No way this would pass the license plate legal thingy idk what its called
@@thijsvanderlinden2209 why not? you have tons of janky looking "brommer" virgo and rest of moped-cars... if they can, this thing should as well. esp when you sprinkle it with some milieuvriendlijk fairy dust haha!
@@bluemoondiadochi this thing is pretty rigged, if you mod your moped in any way, it propably wont pass inspection because its "too dangerous" those brommers are basically fast e-bikes without the peddals, there limited at 40kph pretty sure
@@thijsvanderlinden2209 That might well be true,. but i think the same problem applies to the existing ones as well, as wellas 25km/h scooters (which are rigged left and right). but there are also limitations in place for the speed and i cant believe the existing scootmobiles and brommobiles are much safer than this thing.
Oh, and the newest ones actually have air bags and seat belts, so theres that.
Plus, on the positive side, given the potential this vehicle can provide for city users, i think it's well worth a serious consideration.
Are your roads salted in the winter? That stuff eats up cars.
How many miles have you covered?
Are these vehicles street legal?
What registration, plating and insurance is required?
@@Jtzkb no
@@williammielenz3752 damn. seems like the ones with a truck bed could be a good little work vehicle for large property instead of expensive golf cart and side by side
1 day after the warranty period: "yeah basically everything has failed"
atleast it's only a few thousand instead of 60,000 like a normal car, the 60,000 dollar car does the same warranty crap
All due to user error.
I've had mine for over a year with 0 problems
I mean 0 problems.
I read the directions and followed them
0 problems.
what's really cool is that all the minor issues are cosmetic and not mechanical! pretty awesome!
If they ever sell these in Australia, I'd buy one.
I absolutely cannot wait to see this thing overclocked and with some more power behind it. I am worried that the extra power might cause some other areas to fail, such as the brakes, but what a little trooper!
I love the fact she's still going.
Someone took a little pride in designing and building it.
Curious how much better it would perform as a convertible
Beautiful looking car. No front brakes, no problem. Drum rear brakes which are mechanical I think. Obviously the flat tire wasn’t bothering you enough to get it fixed. I say modify it with a Tesla motor and have fun at the stop lights. Put on some Brembo brakes and go trolling for suckers.😳😮😬😁
the wheel has a tube inside, its a scooter tire haha
Maybe you have answered this question before. Is the vehicle registered where you live? Also, is the car insured? I have to say the Changli is very interesting.
I can answer it no, and no. He has no plates on it. Most small towns in the US and Canada won't bother you if you don't try to take something like it on the highway, and keep it on side streets. Had he taken it on a highway he would of been at the mercy of the officer pulling him over. Literally can become a felony quick if you take non DOT approved vehicle anywhere near a highway.
From this video ua-cam.com/video/bixJDOH864U/v-deo.html sadly it's not street legal
How many miles ? how did battery hold up ? , what kind of batteries ? how long to charge?
I've had my mountain bike up to 40mph😆
Equivalent t0 24 mph for me (albeit downhill on a road with brakes that didn't really work, and a car at the end, which I had predicted. Scariest moment I've ever had on a bicycle).
I could see having one if I owned a house either in Sanibel or South Padre Island, just for errands like you described.
If I tried to take this thing on the road the cops would be swarming around to try and arrest me. How can you drive this thing on the road without hassles?
It is not legal to be used on a public road.
Thank you so much for this video!!!! There should be more cars like the chang lee available in the US!!!!
I swear i saw one of these going very slowly down South Park St. In Halifax Nova Scotia irritating everyone behind it.
Now it's made it a year, upgrade it man. Beef up the batteries and power!
I remember when you bought this. It's awesome to come back and see this. I've been wanting to buy this since LOL
The Chang li was not a great car. But is a testament to the inherent simplicity of an EV. This is why more and more cars will be electric ⚡️ in the next few years.
I mean for me I would totally buy one if it was under 5k brand new. I am not buying a $35,000 tesla.
@@sandraday6955 the cheapest tesla is $65,000 plus and going up because they can raise the prices and battery raw materials are going up. The cheapest car, that can meet us safety standards is the byd dolphin. Atto 2 in western countries. The dolphin is the equivalent of $18,000 to $21,000 USD in China. No idea what they will cost in the USA because Trump put a 25% tariff on cars made in China.
How much does it weigh Kennett toe flat behind a small RV that’s what I want to know and how do I get one if it’s reasonable? Does it have to be insured and tagged
Also they have a pickup version and a 4 door pickup version
Outside of a sleepy small town side streets and golf-cart communities, I don't see any practicality except it makes for a flashy and affordable coffin.
Awesome little rig! Good to see it's holding up so well for you :)
I thought a $900 car with proper maintenances should last you a life time 😄😄😂😂🤣🤣
Hose the underside with a (very) hot wax spray. It's so close to perfect after one year, see what you can preserve!
So how many clowns can you fit in it ?
I love this little car. It looks like fireman Sam's engine. I want one. Green slime for the tyre, that'll fix it.
I absolutely adore weird and quirky cars but this thing is in a league of its own, as in it's kind of ugly.
I appreciate how this video's sponsorship message consists solely of the silent splash screen saying who it's sponsored by.
So you live in there with a girl and she stays with you , I am impressed , I really like this Vehicle and gee I want one too , Thank You :) QC
Did you legally register this so you can drive it in town?
If I remember correctly they registered it like a golf cart
@@gearshiv Thanks! that makes sense.
It is not legal on a public road.
Coat it with rubberized tar. Will last the apocalypse.
I think with just a little modification this could be really interesting in some communities. I wouldn't take it out on the interstate but still.
those massive dents in the frame rail from the axle smashing into it. its gonna crack and fail there....
You just need to send your EC to a mechanic and be surprised otherwise.
WHERE CAN I SEE THE CHANGLI CAR IN MEXICO ; I NEED ONE .
You can buy one on Alibaba..
Excellent content. Fun car and Jason is super entertaining.
I was hoping the awful graphics would have peeled off but nooooo... :-)
I love your track test! It was a real "hoot"! Must've takin' been a wild adrenalin-inducing joy ride and probably took hours to bring your heart rate down to normal! Oo-Wee Rock & Roll!
Im just trying to imagine my son if i picked him up from school in that.
calling it now, Changli will take over the entire beverly hills in less than a year, Kimye, Westdashian, all those ppl, so get ONE before it's too late!!!!
@@tythetyrant8919 lol u must be fun at parties
The perfect compliment to G Wagons.
@@Neojhun both are shitboxes, so you're not off there.
@@hojnikb
Ok you’ve got to be kidding seriously 😐
The G Wagon is a work of art
@@omaralkayal7598 g wagon overpriced looks like ass and breaks down too much.
Americans: Made in China means cheap piece of shit!
Also Americans:
Cheapest electric car? It’s a covered golf cart...lots of golf carts hold up after a long time of use.
This is also $5000 cheaper than a golf cart and is fully enclosed
Questions:
>Is it street legal in all 50 U.S. states & with which limitations, -or- what it would cost in both parts & labor to get it legal.
>Full cost if imported, incl import taxes & shipping & total misc (bottom line sum total).
>Insurance rates for minimum req by law & for bank req to get auto loan.
>Annual tag/licence plate & vehicle registration fees.
> Parts & maintenance (access & costs of parts, labor, and consumables ... like fluids, filters, tires, Etc.).
>Compare sizes to Toy Hauler storage dimensions.
>For e-vehicles, can an Xtra battery fit in vehicle to swap out, &/or accessory charging options(?).
>Weather hardiness: heat, cold, rain, and water inundation "puddles" + tendency to hydroplane, annnd workarounds (like airfoils, rutters, Etc.)
>Ground clearance & workarounds (Ex: undercarriage protection + winch?).
> Accessories available via import vs in U.S.? Ex: Battery coolers!,
anchors to keep from flying away in wind during storms and hurricanes,
very tiny camp trailers like ones for bicycles, car-side canopies/awnings/ tents, lightweight roll bars, Etc.).
I need these answers, too.
Foil tape for the hole.
The only thing I'd want to do with that hunk of shit is hot box it lmao
Drive it till it falls apart & see what kind of longevity this thing has...
The best savings in everyday life is to consume little, you don't have to have a 100 KW battery to drive to the grocery store for everyday life, a TUK TUK is enough for that.
Meanwhile at a FIAT Chrysler dealership...
Please do an update next year after 2 yrs of ownership.
Seriously how did you drive an illegal car for a year?
No license plate? How do you not get pulled over?
It's registered as a golf cart and they are surface street legal in certain areas, and the registration doesn't come with a plate
Better than a Mustang.
This beast rocks.
You seem to be so joyful on the first anniversary of having this car.......talking about low expectation results in happier ending. Fun car for sure.
Tut mir leid kann nicht verstehen kann nur Deutsch Preis bitte immer dazu schreiben danke
Looks like a playschool fire engine...
Lmfao...it's a golf cart ith a body on it
you didn't say how many miles you put on it?
2:43 forget the floppy mirrors, can't wait to experience the high end speaker beneath that grill.
Awesome rally stop intro! 😂
The fury of westerners trying to block out the realisation that they've been conned every single time they bought a new car is kind of hilarious.
for those who don't know or don't remember, it's worth mentioning the price of this car. the guy just simply said "the cheapest" car you could buy or something like that. wouldn't take any extra effort to say, the $5k(or whatever) changli has held up so and so after a year of use, etc.
It's $900 but the shipping is like $6000
Stick conduit duct-seal in that hole. Like modeling clay. Perfect for the whole aesthetic too.
hook a kite to it, you might hit 35 mph :P
I want one they look like fun 👍
Wow, jalopnik with good content?
It looks like a power wheels toy
Next time you go to merrits I’ll buy you a sandwich buddy!!! This dude has a killer fleet of cars! Yugo should be here next!