450hp Tesla powered 1969 VW Crew Cab - UTTERLY INSANE !

I have been working with Electric Classic Cars since last summer, bringing the amazing work they do converting classic cars to run on electric power to the small screen. We have a TV show coming out this year.
In this video I get to show you the simply awesome 1969 VW Crew Cab owned by the genius behind ECC...my mate Richard Morgan. This epic VW bus is running a 450 horsepower large Tesla motor from a Model S and a 100kw battery pack from a Model X ! You can imagine how crazy this thing is !
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[@PetrolPed]

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[@mikeyo1O1]

It's got all the aerodynamics of a parachute, but yeah. Fast potato!

[@khanshaab9]

@@mikeyo1O1 😂

[@ByHarrywatson71]

Things like this do at least show us that even if ICE is eventually banned completely, we’ll still be able to drive classics. Great video 👍

[@Outland9000]

Goes like a Tesla, doesn't look like a Tesla. Win/win.

[@D0li0]

Heck ya... Maybe the best thing about Tesla is that we have amazing parts to use. Behind us are the days of only having fork lift DC hardware. Don't get me wrong, BEV converters have done amazing things with such cheap low tech parts for decades. If you think EVs can't be "worked on", then your just not using your imagination properly. We have been getting our hands dirty on this stuff for at least a half century. And I can still be a Tesla fan boy and a greese monkey at the same time! This thing is a #EVGrin mega machine!

[@richardsmart120]

Ryan Fulcher bdhd

[@noahman27]

Such a great thought. Im thinking there could be a strong demand for "electric conversions for your classic car". What do you think?

[@davebell4871]

If this helps keep older cars on the road then I am all for it. Surely less damage to the environment as well. I wish this company every success. Well done. And well done for highlighting. Keep it up!

[@alphacentaurianperson]

As for being less damage to the environment, it depends on you use case. If you use it frequently then yes, it would be better for the environment, but if you only wan't to drive it occasionally (car shows, etc.) then it could take more than a decade to make up for the emissions of manufacturing a battery.

[@carholic-sz3qv]

VW is working on a project to retrofit all the classic beetles, and bus to electric for the ones who are interested, i think they have sample already

[@boblambert7889]

“Target ahead”...🤣🤣...that’s such a bloke thing.

[@PetrolPed]

Oh yes 😂

[@jamest5149]

My old 6v crew cab pick up combi used to smoke like that, just the wheels weren’t spinning, eventually a rod ran away and put a spark plug through its battery 😱

[@AlienLivesMatter]

That’s a memorable end James T

[@johndoe1909]

It committed suicide.

[@utrak]

the vehicular equivalent of committing seppuku. It died with honor

[@voornaam3191]

Ever heard about helicoil? When some dork has damaged the thread of for instance a sparkplug hole, you insert a far stronger thread. All light alloy racing engines have helicoils installed just in case. Why don't you know these things? You had never lost that sparkplug. No way. You killed that engine yourself. Why?! OMG!

[@t-dogracingandoffroad3198]

That's why you take better care of your car if its smoking or knocking

[@karlbecher1553]

That gives hope to people who love their petrol cars to convert them into electric , awesome guys I wish this company all the best

[@davehayes3863]

Madness in a brilliant way, electric cars with fun and soul. Cant wait for the program.

[@sandygarage3802]

It was nice to see this old VW with new life breathed into it. That ST was perfectly placed; showing the VW's potential. My grandfather had an early 70's van & beetle, but sold them both not that long ago.

[@garywilson4132]

😂😂😂 absolutely brilliant. Bet the ST driver could not believe his eyes with that keeping up with him.

[@rickbond48]

St driver most likely have his/her head under the bonnet ten minutes later!

Nah, any ST driver is used to this situation

[@bramvaneden7318]

Great job guys ! I love these Vdubs !!

[@philipparkes5079]

Hi Ped WOW😁😁 Bonkers but brilliant. What a great taster for the TV series later in the year. Warmed to Roger already, great guy. Already dismissed one negative, Electric cars can be fun and interesting.🤗🤗 We all know how hard you work, but when you enjoy your work, as I know you do, it’s worth all the effort.

[@t-macadventures8255]

Fantastic, really enjoyed the vid and look forward to seeing more on these conversions. Well done.

[@thomshere]

OMG I LOVE this! Thats the ultimate VW crew cab! Keep up the amazing tech!

[@flash_b_3602]

Did the school pick up and then went to visit the unit. Great reception, mentioned this content and was introduced to Moggy. Then given a tour of the toy shop with my son. What a great place! I have car envy!

[@PetrolPed]

This is amazing 👍

[@alexjones8296]

Just up the road from me in mid-Wales. Will be keeping my eyes peeled from now on. Love it!

[@stellasmith2405]

Absolutely brilliant! Classic cars and Van's can be around for ever! 😂👍🌟

[@geofo60]

That looks like a lot of fun, a real “street sleeper”. Be interesting to see some quarter mile times. Good luck with the business, I think you could be onto something 👏🏻👏🏻

[@lydiagould3090]

Absolutely insane, loved the bit where he caught the ST driver. Deflated ego there!! Just thinking about my T4?

[@robertlangham2356]

Madness.....absolutely brilliant 😂

[@ravencoinspremiumadminasse6265]

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[@omentep]

This is the most amazing thing I've ever seen in the automotive world. So cool too this would sell me so many times over than a tesla model anything, any day of the week.

[@PetrolPed]

I drives great too 👍

[@simonbahaire8067]

Absolutely fabulous nuts and brilliant all at the same time. But can I just say what a beautiful understated restoration too. Stunning. Can’t wait for the show!!

[@karlbe8414]

I have owned both a '69 and '71 bus for over 35 years. So clean and so much original stuff retained. Driving that would blow my mind!

[@PetrolPed]

Yep, it is a mind blower 😂

[@cokeandtwirl]

Light duly shed!! Moggy is a real character, looking forward to the TV show👍👍👍

[@JackFeelsNerves]

Great to see you both enjoying yourselves so much! See you soon, RobH

[@DermotCarroll]

How brilliant is that! Pity the fiesta didn't go right!! :D .... very funny!

[@fajaryulianto5410]

You guys have an amazing idea. Go green and still love vintage car. Thank you for sharing the video.

[@SkaterStimm]

I have been dreaming of converting a double cab for a long time! Glad to see one properly done! Making me drool!

[@PetrolPed]

It is pretty awesome 👏

[@DuaneCaldwell]

Absolutely brilliant!!! I have no idea how I missed this until you pointed me this direction. I love Moggy's crew-cab!! Thanks for sharing a closer look at it. Makes me want one of my own all the more.

[@PetrolPed]

It is a mega thing 👍

[@carllynch8798]

Absolutely brilliant

[@Dorset_Phil]

Great vid. Love this idea.

[@EthanJonesEthanJones]

So excited for this!!

[@andyjohnson9894]

Awesome vid Pp, what a bus. Love putting the ST to rights 😁👏

[@nicolasberchoux3782]

It’s good to see people like you guys...what an amazing vehicule 😳🤪😂👍

[@henrymacleod6592]

this is insane :) love it !!!

[@petercool4152]

Of I wanted a electric car and had to choose between this car and a Tesla P100, I most definite would choose this crewcab. I LOVE it!!😎

[@robertp9560]

Brilliant! Thanks for sharing your videos.

[@PetrolPed]

My pleasure 👍

[@mayhem035]

Petrol ped such a nice fusion! Success for both of you for sure! 👌❤

[@jamesspicer5628]

Simply awesome!

[@rogerpope6388]

Brilliant. Bet the boy racer had a bit of a surprise.

[@casperhansen826]

Nice build, amazing performance!

[@HansAllrad]

Simply great ! My style .... congratulation !

[@PetrolPed]

Cheers 👍

[@resistireland694]

WOW Beautiful vehicle. Love that green. Respect.

[@drohos]

Crazy project! well done!

[@apuuvah]

Brilliant! Gotta love it.

[@staninjapan07]

Sweet! It would have been nice to see just a little of the innards. I would love to own that car.

[@surfhousesrilanka756]

This is very cool, also loving how Spud takes it all in his stride even when they are giving it some.

[@PetrolPed]

Spud is used to Moggies driving 😂

[@crusTodd]

Now THIS could sell more electric vehicles! It's exactly what people need, to realize that the electric drive train swaps can make old, ICE vehicles "green" and fun. The more companies that can engineer "kit" swaps and make the pursuit of goin' electric more inline with old-school hotrod ethos' the the faster it will be embraced. Well done Chaps!

[@PetrolPed]

Cheers 👍

[@jnexplorationuk315]

That’s got to be the best conversion I’ve seen so far I want one

[@PetrolPed]

Cheers 👍

[@matthewcallaway9228]

this is so cool what a machine wow some works gone into this Van

[@PetrolPed]

It sure has 👏

[@stevanstanley]

That looks excellent 👌👍

[@paulturner2379]

Insane, love it

[@richardtrow2751]

Fantastic fair play 👍

[@watcher-someone-awake]

Checkin' in from California. Nice ride, simply brilliant! subbed!

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks for the sub mate and welcome to the channel 👍

[@jgriff7589]

Love it , what a bus!

[@markmay184]

What a beast 👍🏻

[@jacovan-der-walt8593]

Hi Pete, very interesting. Hope you have a awesome week

[@slartybartfarst9737]

Yes! this is what we want. Ive engineered 35 years in automotive world wide, built ICE cars and bikes, tuned engines. Looked at building EVs for 20 years but figured batteries just didnt exist. When the Tesla Model S P85 came along in UK in 2014 it ticked all the boxes and 92,000 UK miles later I still cant get over how fast and how much fun it is. To take the Tesla drive train and implant into street sleeper classics thats the future hod rod, there is just no fu*king about with a crew cab P100 stuck in ludicrous....genius. Subscribed cant wait for the other shows.....might inspire me to start my Caterham EV with Nissan Leaf rear motor project.

[@PetrolPed]

Cheers Graham. Thanks for the sub. Moggy has worked with Westfield to drop an EV in their seven 👍

[@D0li0]

@@PetrolPed now see what you've done! Kudos! Stay charged!

[@REDDOGLewiston61]

That was cool!

[@nprinslo]

Mad!! What a ultimate sleeper. The bloke in his Mountune Fiesta just have been mortified :-)

[@PetrolPed]

Oh yes 😂

[@vargohoat9950]

thats a hilarious build

[@patsquach4080]

How many ....have replayed the first minute..... Best part of the video !

[@patsquach4080]

Lol. I made a comment two years ago… now iam back to watch the video again.

[@juliodefreitas157]

Absolutely beautiful ❤❤🔥🔥

[@lowcarbev4935]

Awsome. Your a natural Pete. Electrics the future....

[@AmandaJayne46]

Holy crap, lost for words. I WANT ONE NOW LOL 😂

[@lovemyfreetime]

love it! Good stuff!

[@PetrolPed]

Cheers 👍

[@thomashogge9387]

I love that body style and paint.

[@PetrolPed]

Cool isn't it 👍

[@cedricbottom2932]

God that was an amazing video was completely engrossed look forward to your future videos

[@PetrolPed]

Make sure you watch out TV show then. Vintage Voltage. Show now on Motor Trend in the US, airing in the UK on 24 June on Quest 👍

[@grantrodgers2829]

Absolutely banging. Loved the child in plastic rollerskate trying to escape 🤣

[@truthislam6481]

Shall we push the Fiesta a bite? Yeah, go on then. I had to pause the video until I could clear the tears out of my eyes from laughing! I love it! I'm in! My daily driver is an Ioniq and in 2021 I hope to be into a used Kona or an E-Niro.

[@SubToTripleThreatRC]

Brilliant!

[@regreddy1190]

Awesome guys

[@MagicAyrtonforever]

Looks like fun

[@janvink9520]

awesome!!

[@alxgu198]

Love it! 👌

[@markholttum]

I'm in love. Classic VW vans and electric power, 2 of my very favourite things.

[@chaoticature]

I Love Sleepers as we call them in Australia. Rusty old Datsuns blowing minds.

[@andyadogs]

Awsome!

[@iancross5370]

This has got the making of a great TV show 👍

[@PetrolPed]

Yep...it is great. Can't wait for people to see it 👍

[@eddiepatterson5025]

I found this video a year ago after watching the first season of Vintage Voltage. And I still love this insanely crazy built awesome truck 🛻. This would be the right range for my 3 days a week job 12 hour shifts. Just like Moggy did to the little white car would be me on the interstate 🛣 lol 😂

[@neilpatching7443]

Yep Utterly Insane....i loved you guys chasing the Fiesta....LOL

[@PetrolPed]

Indeed 👍

[@garypunter412]

One word......Mental! One other word.....Awesome!!

[@stevecook706]

Simply bonkers but brilliant!

[@martinharvey1795]

classic and the future combined, great vid and can't wait for more :)

[@clivedeklerk]

Awesome looking Combi

[@williemwangi4959]

I really enjoyed the video,i am VW guy(my first car being a standard 69 beetle).I was skeptical about the idea of electrifying classic cars ,but this looks neat and well done.

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@nottslad7261]

Unique content priceless 👍

[@iveswidmer1027]

Can't believe what he calls beautiful restored.

[@marcijunebug]

Thoroughly enjoyed this! I have a 1967 Dbl cab with a 1904cc in it and it is “fast” compared the original 1500! Lol fun truck! ✌️

[@rstjx3j183]

As a former petrol head, cars, bikes, jet ski kinda came out of the scene when the police had the power to confiscate your sound install or worse, your pride and joy and crush it. It’s nice to have that passion reignited with this electric era. If only I still had my RST S1/2 Escort or my S-type Jag. Van life ahead, is a consideration once employed, plenty of saving for a EV conversion for the Movano. Is there anyway I can get involved with your business, your mission, your passion with Ol Skool vehicles with modern technology? Thanks for sharing, your time and consideration. Inspiring and brought back a huge smile. Shame the fiesta turned left lol

[@PetrolPed]

Drop Moggy and email 👍

[@rstjx3j183]

@@PetrolPed on my to do list/radar thanks

[@Russell_G]

That opening shot...you had me right there!!! Looking forward to the TV show so much!!

[@maarten_notjustagrip]

Wow! Insane DK! Such a lovely resto too. Sadly one less for us local enthusiasts to play with. Most of our old Type 2's, both split and bay, have been bought up by non enthusiasts who have capital, and sold overseas. While that is sad, the upside is that they are more likely to have real money thrown at them in other countries, so, cest la vie. In the interests of accuracy tho... Im 54, born and raised here in South Africa, and I know for a fact that Fire Engines in SA have always been RED. No debate. What this MAY have been is an AIRFORCE Fire vehicle, hence the 'Quick Response" you spoke of. But even since I was in the SAAF in 1984, I dont remember seeing one like that either. I sadly had to sell my 65 Notch, but it did cross my mind to try electric, but much calmer than this pickup! Great vid. Looking forward to that series. Where will it air, given im in SA?

[@PetrolPed]

Thanks for this Maarten. Is had been sold to a company that will syndicate it globally. At the moment I am not sure if/when it will air in SA. In is called Vintage Voltage so keep an eye out 👍

[@kenleach2516]

Nice unit.

[@johns14a]

A vehicle as bonkers as it's creator, by the looks of it and all the better for it. Great restomod. Looking forward to seeing more content like this.

[@cinematographytrev]

That was a brilliant watch ...cannot wait for when the actual program comes to air. Who would have thought that electric would be so much fun.

[@D0li0]

Lots of folk have known electric conversions are fun... We have been building and drag racing them for many decades now... Check into NEDRA, National Electric Drag Racing Assoc. (America), official sub of NHRA... Join us and smell the plasma! And the burnt rubber. ;)

[@mikenewman4078]

@@D0li0 Electric traction brings racing back to ordinary people I think. BTW I've been working with electric traction for many years now. Not quite the same rate of acceleration, 500 tonnes takes a bit longer to get up to speed.

[@D0li0]

@@mikenewman4078 500 tones? What are you racing? A battleship?

[@rosshunter9053]

Love it, is all I can say, well done. Moggy is a champ. I have a 2010 Caddy (yes I know it's not a classic) and I would love to do some Electrification to it. If only Moggy did a kit for it. cheers

[@PetrolPed]

Drop him a line 👍

[@ScenesThroughTravels]

Insane and then some WOW , I had to share on my facebook

[@PetrolPed]

Cheers Lee 👍

[@ginggur17]

Greetings PP. Only 9 seconds in and, holy mother of Pearl, what a wolf in sheep’s clothing. Stonking hell. A great interview, very clever guy. Brilliant. A perfect collaboration of gents, along with a sleek mechanical dream. Top notch.

[@PetrolPed]

Top burn out 😜

[@humphreybradley3060]

Absolutely loved this Pete! Electrons are the future, particularly in classic vehicles!!! Can’t wait to see the series!

[@grahamwest1079]

Pete that's another vehicle I regret selling my bay window low light. If I could have had 450 hp in it that would have been awesome.

[@BryantandSMTC]

Greetings From 🇺🇸USA, I Never Seen Putting A Tesla Electric Power on the VW Crew Cab. That Looks Great. 👍 🇺🇸🤝🇬🇧