Kewaneh
Elio Fan
- Joined
- Jul 22, 2014
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I'm not worried about the price. I'm as attracted to the $6,800 target as much as the next guy, but even if it does edge closer to $10,000, it's still a steal when compared to other cars. Even motorcycles routinely break the $10,000 mark, without a roof or AC. The larger sport-tourers and land yachts from Japan & Germany are easily $15,000-$20,000+. New Honda Goldwings and BMW K1600s are $30,000! Not to mention, while motorcycles get great mileage, relative to a four-wheeled vehicle, they're nowhere near the projected 80+mpg Elio projection.
For comparison, the 2006 Honda ST1300 in my avatar, costs $18,000 (2013 MSRP), gets 41-43 mpg, and when it rains, I get wet.
For comparison, the 2006 Honda ST1300 in my avatar, costs $18,000 (2013 MSRP), gets 41-43 mpg, and when it rains, I get wet.