Detail Info for: Corbin Sparrow Electric Car

Transaction Info

Sold On:
04/29/2010
Price:
$ 5500.00
Condition:
Used
Mileage:
2607
Location:
Seattle, WA, 98115
Seller Type:
Private seller

Vehicle Specification

Year Make Model:
2000 Other Makes Other
Submodel Body Type:
Hatchback
Engine:
Transmission:
Unspecified
VIN:
Vehicle Title:
Clear
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Electric
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:

Vehicle Detail

This Corbin Sparrow is #123 of some 300 original Sparrows which were manufactured by Corbin Motors ins Hollister, CA. Manufacture of these vehicles was taken over by Myers Motors (as the NmG) when Corbin went bankrupt. This is a one-person, three wheeled vehicle which generally classified as a motorcycle. (Laws vary from state to state). CORBIN SPARROW SPECIFICATIONS:156 Volt DC comprising of 13 12-volt batteries in a series.75 MPH (governed)top speed, 25 HP continuous, 40 HP peak.Realistic 25-30 mile range between chargesCog belt drive, disc brakes on all three wheelsThree point safety harness, automotive safety glass, low center of gravityDouble A arm front suspension, single-sided rear swing armSpecs: 1350 lbs., 96"long x 52" wide x 57" tallPower windows, AM/FM/CD Stereo, and heat is standard.110 Volt chargerRegisters, insures and parks as a motorcycleI purchased this Sparrow several years ago and commuted to work in it, until a battery fire put it out of commission. It sat in my garage for a long time, and I have recently put it back into working condition. However, my commute has changed and so I am selling it. The fire was very localized, and there is only a small amount of heat/smoke damage in the front battery compartment. (See photos). GOOD THINGS ABOUT THIS SPARROWI replaced the burned batteries and a fan which was damaged in the fire.I replaced about 5 of the other batteries which were old.I have added a battery monitoring system (PakTrakr)I had the on-board charger upgraded with the most recent charging algorithm.This Sparrow has always been garaged and is in good condition, with the following exceptions: PROBLEMS WITH THIS SPARROW.The emergency brake is weak. (Probably just in need of adjustment).The horn is intermittent.The radio/CD player does not work.The tubing from the wiper fluid bottle is broken (see photo).Two dings and a 2 inch crack in the front fender/bumper (see photos).Some scrapes in the front fender/bumper where the car bottoms out (not shown).Some paint damage around the rear hatch lock. (see photos).You are welcome to come and see the car if you live in the Seattle area. I will deliver anywhere within a 1 day drive of Seattle, WA for $0.50 per mile. Thank! Chris

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