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I have mixed emotions about second chances that cost reservationists and investors millions of dollars. Fool me once, fool me twice. My opinion, not worth a crap these days, is the Aptera’s styling is to extreme (Needs wings) and the anticipated MSRP to expensive to appeal to the masses. They need a test drivable prototype and beta fleet test data verification of all the anticipated claims and specs. Red flag warning moment. Think about how long it took SOLO and FUV to certify and get a production model to market. They both had a fleet of beta vehicles that were thoroughly road tested and sent off for FMVSS testing and certification.
Definitely belongs to those with disposable income. One will most likely end up in Jay Leno's garage after his enthusiastic test drive. The ELIO could be resurrected as an EV by investors for the right price.
I was looking forward to my under $7K Retro Elio. A name change would be essential and the $20K EV option would limit the market interest.
Between all of the Doctor's appointments I've had I haven't had any time to try and contact them.
It can still happen with a new owner (if PE is willing to sell) and a different vision.....and lots of money! It cost a lot to automate a vehicle and if the demand can't be sustained, then they fail.
There’s nothing to buy but the Elio brand/name and I think that’s a negative for many people. They couldn’t honor the reservationist pricing. If someone has an Elioesque EV vision it’s better to start from scratch. The styling could be somewhat similar to the Elio, but the MSRP will double Elio’s marketed $6800-7500 price tag. Please let me know when you test drive the SOLO. My guess is it’s performance and handling will be amazing. I like the Nobe’s retro look as much as the earlier Elio styling.
