2008 Tesla Roadster. Finished in dark metallic blue with a tan leather interior and carbon fiber trim, this Tesla is in fantastic condition with only 1200 miles. It has a color matching, removable carbon fiber hardtop as well as a stowable soft top. Both the 120V and 240V charging cables are also included. The unique Tesla Roadster features a one of a kind all-electric powerplant developing 248hp and 280ft/lbs of torque. Factory equipment includes a Borg-Warner single-speed transmission, air conditioning, and heated seats. The JVC sound system provides a multiband radio, a hands-free bluetooth phone connection, an iPod connector, and a separate 40GB harddrive as well as satellite navigation and radio. The LCD-based driver information center offers an array of features and information including a log of charging times, power efficiency, power usage and barrels of oil saved. In addition it offers Homelink access as well as a secure valet mode. There is also a built-in K40 radar detector. This low mileage Tesla represents excellent value for such an exceptional car. The Tesla concept model was unveiled in 2006, with the first significant deliveries occurring during the second half of 2008. The idea for an all-electric vehicle that could perform at a supercar level was a fresh one, and one that ultimately came to fruition. Derived from the Lotus Elise chassis, the Roadster is nonetheless an almost completely new vehicle, with a mere 6% parts overlap. Featuring a hugely powerful electric 3-phase induction motor, according to the EPA, the Roadster achieves energy efficiencies of near 90%, compared to 15% for a typical gasoline engine. Coupling this with a taut sports car design you have a worthy entry into the premium sports car genre. Driving the Tesla Roadster is an experience totally unlike any other. Insert the key, turn the ignition, and you are greeted with an easygoing ding, letting you know that indeed the silent car has been started. However, the real fun begins outside of the parking lot. Maximum torque is available from 0 rpm with initial acceleration being truly remarkable. Press the accelerator and quietly leave most any other car in the dust. Youll reach 60 mph in 3.9 seconds and the single speed transmission pulls effortlessly all the way to the 125 mph redline at around 14,000 rpm. A single overnight charge will provide a range of over 200 miles with a cost per charge of around $6 which equates to 100 mpg @ $3/gallon of gas. The fun to be had driving this thrifty and taut speed demon cannot possibly be understated.
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