Michael's 1988 Holden Barina

Owner	Michael Jacombs
Location	Mont Albert Melbourne, Victoria Australia ^map
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Vehicle	1988 Holden Barina This car was marketed worldwide under a dozen different names among them being the Suzuki Swift, Suzuki Cultus, Geo Metro, Chevrolet Metro etc. ICE engine delivered 28kW and 900Newtons. It now has 49kW and 1800Newtons. This car was originally converted by Blair Fraser.
Motor	Advanced DC X91-4001 Series Wound DC 6.7inch 10HP
Drivetrain	Original 5 speed gearbox. No clutch. Generally drive in 2nd and 3rd gear only
Controller	Curtis 1231C 500Amp
Batteries	8, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded Battery weight 30kg each
System Voltage	96 Volts
Charger	KIPOINT 2 x 48volt 20amp
DC/DC Converter	None. Separate 12volt battery with its own 12volt charger.
Top Speed	60 MPH (96 KPH)
Acceleration	0-50kph in 13 seconds
Range	35 Miles (56 Kilometers)
Seating Capacity	5 adults
Curb Weight	1,700 Pounds (772 Kilograms)
Conversion Time	60 hours
Conversion Cost	$9,000 in 2008
21 March 2011 Have replaced all batteries. One charger "died" & is being repaired. This has now been fixed & we are off and running again (1st May 2011)