Fnord 2,049 Posted Friday at 01:55 PM Just came across this: A Jeff Bezos backed EV pickup with limited range, 2 seats, no radio, no frills, but a bed big enough to haul a sheets of plywood or drywall: Would you buy one? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ron_Artest 1,029 Posted Friday at 02:04 PM Amazon Basics Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Strike 5,182 Posted Friday at 02:08 PM I would consider one under certain circumstances. I've upgraded the sound system in most vehicles I've owned so not paying for a factory sound system is actually a bonus. I can use that money towards what I really want. The article doesn't say if the vehicle has A/C, and that's a requirement for me at this point in my life. Other than that, I'd check one out possibly, especially a younger version of myself. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fnord 2,049 Posted Friday at 02:27 PM 16 minutes ago, Strike said: I would consider one under certain circumstances. I've upgraded the sound system in most vehicles I've owned so not paying for a factory sound system is actually a bonus. I can use that money towards what I really want. The article doesn't say if the vehicle has A/C, and that's a requirement for me at this point in my life. Other than that, I'd check one out possibly, especially a younger version of myself. I don't think there's AC, or cruise control. I'm digging this thing and how customizable it is. Thinking it would be a great commuter vehicle. I do wonder how long it would last, though. I usually buy a vehicle and keep it for at least ten years. I'm allergic to car payments. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SaintsInDome2006 374 Posted Friday at 02:35 PM I have thought for a long time someone should make a gas powered vehicle like this but here it is as an EV. Awesome idea. It’s basically the Ford Model A concept. This could be huge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheNewGirl 1,339 Posted Friday at 03:05 PM The Bronco-type version in the pic is kind of cool, I'd consider one of those. It would be great for someone who just needed to commute and had another care they really "liked" for longer trips or whatever. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmh6476 1,009 Posted Friday at 03:26 PM We bought a backup at work for food deliveries and it was around $60k. Give me something with reliability for distance traveling (6 hour drive time), hauling capacity to load a full pallet of product and reasonable cost and I'm in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thegeneral 2,880 Posted Friday at 06:19 PM EV is a good idea for this space IMO. Less stuff to maintain than ICE car. Cheaper 2nd car for a household, having a truck is nice as well. Probably does look pretty janky in person I bet for this price but as a utilitarian vehicle I would def take a look and can see the market for it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike Honcho 5,082 Posted Friday at 06:47 PM Slate Auto The roads I have to drive require AWD in winter, waiting for Slate.2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
posty 2,608 Posted Friday at 06:53 PM 4 hours ago, Fnord said: Just came across this: A Jeff Bezos backed EV pickup with limited range, 2 seats, no radio, no frills, but a bed big enough to haul a sheets of plywood or drywall: Would you buy one? Nope…. Won’t ever own an EV if I can avoid it… 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fnord 2,049 Posted Friday at 07:21 PM 33 minutes ago, Mike Honcho said: Slate Auto The roads I have to drive require AWD in winter, waiting for Slate.2 I was wondering about this and offroad utility. Would be a great recreational vehicle if it was capable enough. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbycho 579 Posted Friday at 07:22 PM 28 minutes ago, posty said: Nope…. Won’t ever own an EV if I can avoid it… You can't afford it. So basically, you don't even have a choice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fnord 2,049 Posted Friday at 07:24 PM Quote You've chosen to ignore content by jbycho. Options Whatever it is you said I'm sure it's not worth reading; fuk off. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbycho 579 Posted Friday at 07:35 PM 10 minutes ago, Fnord said: Whatever it is you said I'm sure it's not worth reading; fuk off. And yet this chick takes the time to respond. Is Postnuts actually Fdork? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
posty 2,608 Posted Friday at 08:18 PM 53 minutes ago, Fnord said: Whatever it is you said I'm sure it's not worth reading; fuk off. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbycho 579 Posted Friday at 08:20 PM 27 minutes ago, posty said: Postnuts is so obsessed with me. He can't help it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Engorgeous George 2,117 Posted Friday at 08:30 PM I think there is a place for a vehicle or two that do not load themselves down with needless expense. It did not hurt me to roll down my own windows on my first few cars and trucks. I got by just fine without a touch screen, back up cameras, car alarms, parking assist, seat warmers blue tooth and all the other crap which boosts the costs of cars to ridiculous levels. I sometimes wonder what it would cost to reproduce a Chevy Chevette or a Honda CVCC with the base features they had in the 70's but with today's tech as far as feul injection. Those things would get 50 mpg and be reasonable to insure and to repair. Imagine the diesal Rabbits of the 70's reproduced now. I bet those things would get 65mpg. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
easilyscan 855 Posted Friday at 09:45 PM I would definitely consider one. Used to have a friend haul away brush, etc. but he just bought a new truck and he doesn't wanna scratch it up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horseman 2,353 Posted Friday at 09:52 PM EV max range 150 miles? Libs are such easy marks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhiteWonder 2,674 Posted Friday at 09:53 PM First thought… looks better than most new model vehicles out there in terms of shape and style second thought… once you’re done customizing it, including having it wrapped, what’s the actual cost? How does it compare to a more trusted pre owned vehicle in terms of price? Apologies if this was explained in the article. I gave up halfway through. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BeenHereBefore 1,449 Posted Friday at 10:03 PM 8 hours ago, Fnord said: Just came across this: A Jeff Bezos backed EV pickup with limited range, 2 seats, no radio, no frills, but a bed big enough to haul a sheets of plywood or drywall: Would you buy one? Why do you care and your a Ford Guy ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BeenHereBefore 1,449 Posted Friday at 10:07 PM Yes I would buy one but want basic radio and cig lighter. I turn my back on unneeded tech. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EternalShinyAndChrome 3,828 Posted Friday at 10:30 PM 8 hours ago, Fnord said: Just came across this: A Jeff Bezos backed EV pickup with limited range, 2 seats, no radio, no frills, but a bed big enough to haul a sheets of plywood or drywall: Would you buy one? I would not because, frankly, I'm a grown @ss man and also not ghey. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horseman 2,353 Posted Friday at 10:36 PM Body is made of plastic. They literally made a full size plug in car toy and liberals want to buy it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iam90sbaby 2,472 Posted Friday at 10:40 PM 3 minutes ago, Horseman said: Body is made of plastic. They literally made a full size plug in car toy and liberals want to buy it. Yeah it’s a really cool vehicle if you’re a phag Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thegeneral 2,880 Posted Friday at 10:40 PM 9 minutes ago, EternalShinyAndChrome said: I would not because, frankly, I'm a grown @ss man and also not ghey. You talk about glory holes a lot Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EternalShinyAndChrome 3,828 Posted Friday at 10:40 PM Just now, thegeneral said: You talk about glory holes a lot Well, yur at glory holes a lot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iam90sbaby 2,472 Posted Friday at 10:41 PM I could see @TimHauck riding around in this with his metal football helmet on Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thegeneral 2,880 Posted Friday at 10:42 PM Just now, EternalShinyAndChrome said: Well, yur at glory holes a lot. Things closeted gay men say. NTTAWWT! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EternalShinyAndChrome 3,828 Posted Friday at 10:48 PM 5 minutes ago, thegeneral said: Things closeted gay men say. NTTAWWT! Don't project. Just admit it. All of us already know you do. NTTAWWT!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thegeneral 2,880 Posted Friday at 10:52 PM 3 minutes ago, EternalShinyAndChrome said: Don't project. Just admit it. All of us already know you do. NTTAWWT!!! 10 pages Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EternalShinyAndChrome 3,828 Posted Friday at 10:58 PM 6 minutes ago, thegeneral said: 10 pages Are you embarrassed that we all know you're the popular guy at the glory hole? You also don't know how to search properly and interpret results correctly! You might want to recount. I know, math is hard for you. But, hey, look - 3 pages of you being obsessed with dem gheys! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbycho 579 Posted Saturday at 12:11 AM 1 hour ago, thegeneral said: 10 pages generalgutterboypee guy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thegeneral 2,880 Posted Saturday at 12:42 AM 30 minutes ago, jbycho said: generalgutterboypee guy. Eternallydim and Peefoam/Jybcho. The Ambiguously Gay Duo! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbycho 579 Posted Saturday at 12:56 AM 13 minutes ago, thegeneral said: Eternallydim and Peefoam/Jybcho. The Ambiguously Gay Duo! Aww..generalgutterpee guy had his feelers hurt.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Strike 5,182 Posted Saturday at 05:26 AM More specs and pics: https://www.slateforums.com/forum/threads/slate-truck-pickup-suv-revealed-pricing-specs-wallpapers-videos.12602/ Has potential. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lickin_starfish 1,888 Posted Saturday at 06:22 AM There is no circumstance that would lead me to buying a vehicle that can only go 150 miles at a time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Strike 5,182 Posted Saturday at 06:56 AM 34 minutes ago, lickin_starfish said: There is no circumstance that would lead me to buying a vehicle that can only go 150 miles at a time. You can get the upgraded battery. For me it would never do as a primary vehicle but would be great for commuting and around town. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seafoam1 2,797 Posted Saturday at 01:52 PM 23 hours ago, Fnord said: Just came across this: A Jeff Bezos backed EV pickup with limited range, 2 seats, no radio, no frills, but a bed big enough to haul a sheets of plywood or drywall: Would you buy one? Is this what it's like to be poor? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
