BMW E46 Transformation
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“2004 BMW 330Ci convertible (E46 series) transformed to electric””
Details:
Build undertaken in 2019-2020.
Motor: HPEVS AC-51
(draw up to 500 amps producing up to 88 HP and 108 ft-lbs of torque)Controller: Curtis 1239e
Battery Pack: Tesla Model S Lithium Ion modules located in engine compartment and trunk
(each: ~23V, 5.3kWh; total: ~144V, 32kWh)Retained stock 6-spd manual transmission; high-performance, light-weight clutch; custom adapter
Battery Management System (BMS): Ewert Energy Systems Orion BMS 2
Charger: Stealth EV 3.3kW (with combo DC-to-DC converter), J1772 receptacle in former gas filler door
Range: ~100 miles
Finished weight: ~3600 lbs (about 200 lbs heavier than with ICE {internal combustion engine})