This Mysterious EV on Facebook Marketplace Could Be the Sole Survivor of a Government Massacre

Some cars were put to rest for a reason.  Facebook Marketplace Quality electric vehicles are now available from a range of major automakers, but it wasn’t always the case. The world of EVs was once populated by a series of fly-by-night operations that built low-volume curiosities, attempting to break into a market that wasn’t quite ready to go mainstream. A great example of this era is the 2006 Zap Xebra, one of which was recently for sale on Facebook Marketplace for just $850.The photos of the vehicle show a dilapidated three-wheeled contraption in a very sorry state. The center console has been removed, there’s filth and debris littering the interior, and the car is in no way capable of running and/or driving. Originally able to hit up to 40 mph and with a range of 40 miles, the Xebra’s drivetrain was powered by six 12V lead acid batteries. The owner notes that this example needs new batteries and tires, and interestingly states that it comes with a clean title. Facebook Marketplace The latter piece of information is notable, as the Zap Xebra was not what one would call a stout and reliable vehicle. In 2013, federal regulators mandated that the…
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