Elio's time has come again?

[JohnJ]

Last Saturday morning I went out looking for garage sales; just driving around doing what we call "free style". In about a one hour period I spotted 3 Polaris Sling Shots. If so many people are willing to shell out 20+k for these stripped down toys designed by Darth Vader, I can't help but wonder how many would buy a fully equipped Elio for a lot less money.

 

[RSchneider]

Last Saturday morning I went out looking for garage sales; just driving around doing what we call "free style". In about a one hour period I spotted 3 Polaris Sling Shots. If so many people are willing to shell out 20+k for these stripped down toys designed by Darth Vader, I can't help but wonder how many would buy a fully equipped Elio for a lot less money.

Lots of people would. Since the Elio was never realistic with it's cost, it fooled people into thinking it could be sold for that. So instead, people went and bought was was actually available for a price that is realistic. Elio might as well told everyone that it could be sold for $5K because it's price was never going to work at what they offeredat the time, plus the Elio had very little interest. It seemed like it had lots of interest in the community but outside of it, not the case. Investors figured it out as Paul just had a pipe dream that was never going to work.

I already designed my three wheeler that gives 100mpg, has 150hp, 5 star crash rating and it costs $7K. All I need is for you to give me your money (how about $1K non refundable) and I'll build it. So, I'll be waiting for a check. Trust me, I'm a complete stranger (just like Paul Elio) but if you gave him your money, then you'll give me yours.