Specifications

Year1976½
MakeSebring-Vanguard
ModelCitiCar
TrimTransition
Nick NameThe Chez
OwnerLewis Moten
LocationFront Royal, Virginia, United States
Seating Capacity2 Adults
Seat TypeBench
Curb Weight1200 lbs

Motor

ManufacturerGeneral Electric
Model5BC 49 JBf 327 C
TypeSeries Wound DC
Horse Power6
RPM4000
ClassF
Time RatingINT
Amps125

Controller

NameVanguard Multi-Voltage Speed Control
Amps40
DescriptionTwo-voltage level contactor battery switching controller with auxiliary resistor in series for starting
OperationThree-step controller actuated by accelerator positions in forward and revers
Step 124 volts + Nicchrome resisitor in series ~12mph
Step 224 volts ~18 mph
Step 348 volts ~38 mph

Propulsion Battery

Voltage12
System Voltage48
Count4
Cell Count24
ManufacturerInterstate
Model31-ECL
TypeSealed Lead-Acid, Flooded
CCA700
Reserve Capacity @25A190 minutes

Charger

ManufacturerViking
Model63350
Count5
Recharge Time8 – 9 hours
NotesOnboard charger does not work. Five external chargers are used to charge the batteries for the motor and accessories

Heater

InstalledYes
OperationPull handle to manually adjust flap to blow heat from motor into cabin

Auxiliary Power

TypeBattery
ManufacturerEverStart
SizeU1
CCA300
Amp HoursUnknown. 37 recommended

Instrumentation

Fuel Gauge18v voltage meter, stepped down from 24v with Zener diode
SwitchesRocker
DashboardFaux wood

Performance

Top Speed36 mph
Range8.8 miles
Watt Hours/Mile360

Miles Driven

Odometer Start1,028
Current1,069
Total41

Tires

Original

Size4.80-12
BrandGood Year
ModelHI-Lander CT
Model NumberM2B5 2WA375
Composition2 Ply Nylong Cord
Rating31 mph
Max Load780 lbs

Current

Size155/80R12 77T
Composition1 Polyester + 1 Steel + 1 Nylon
Rating118 mph
Max Load908 lbs
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