DeLorean Electric Car Conversion: Behind The Build

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  • Опубликовано: 16 ноя 2024

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  • @AndrewCortesi
    @AndrewCortesi 4 года назад +240

    Really impressive. Built the circuit boards, coded his own software for the console, hardwired and soldered everything together. It's pretty much like building an electric car from scratch. Crazy! Wish DeLorean would mass produce EVs some day. My dream car.

    • @1ivannthegreat
      @1ivannthegreat 4 года назад +4

      Actually they did, since back in 2013 ( I believe) When they’ve Done a espectacular Job with them and especially with a Super Charged one ( That on Which I love) .

    • @AndrewCortesi
      @AndrewCortesi 4 года назад +4

      @@1ivannthegreat Yeah I've been following that on the DMC site (or whatever site it was). But I haven't actually seen them produce EV Deloreans aside for maybe a few for like $100,000. As far as I'm aware, DMC has a warehouse in Texas and is aiming to piece together parts to recreate original Deloreans.

    • @playerroku4412
      @playerroku4412 4 года назад +1

      Aiming? Im confused. When did you stop being able to get a new one made?

    • @tylerkepple640
      @tylerkepple640 4 года назад

      @@AndrewCortesi I think they started actually releasing them in 2017 (I think they started taking pre-orders in 2013 or 14), but from what I have seen, there were tons of parts still in warehouses from the original bankrupt company stock, and somebody (or group of people) basically resurrected the company to a degree by buying those part stocks up and start once again manufacturing, while also upgrading some key areas for the major faults that new technology and manufacturing processes allowed for them to correct within reason. For instance, the original chassis coating meant to prevent rust was known to crack over time and allow rusting, so they reconditioned the original ones with a new coating to prevent these issues. I'm assuming they have corrected some of the major issues with their engine as well, but it sure seems like they are way faster with an EV setup than they ever could have been with the original engine design. But essentially you can buy a newly manufactured car from DMC and they have a website (at least they did last time I checked).

    • @seansymes8850
      @seansymes8850 3 года назад

      Unfortunately there's a torsion bar used in the gullwing doors that cannot be manufactured anymore, used a freeze drying process (from memory) during the casting stage and there are no facilities that have that technology anymore. Might be a bit off on the technicals but have a google and you'll see.

  • @ChrisParayno
    @ChrisParayno 4 года назад +481

    This is how delorean can make a comeback, seriously.

    • @amradio1968
      @amradio1968 4 года назад +9

      And Avanti.

    • @Alex-td1pi
      @Alex-td1pi 4 года назад +11

      And the model T, Seriously...🤣😂

    • @1ivannthegreat
      @1ivannthegreat 4 года назад +3

      Actually they did , since I’ve told this other guy that they’ve came out with one back in what?, 2013 ( I think, I’m not sure what year they came out with the Electric one) .

    • @joeyknight8272
      @joeyknight8272 4 года назад

      @@1ivannthegreat link?

    • @droman608
      @droman608 3 года назад +1

      DMC in Humble , TX: “Been there already.”

  • @Petersonstudios
    @Petersonstudios 3 года назад +40

    The weirdest thing is, that the delorean doesn't feel outdated. It's design has stood the test of time. Amazing car. Hope to have one someday...

  • @silverhoof0152
    @silverhoof0152 4 года назад +137

    Delorean and electric motor technology. Combine them both and you have the best of both worlds.

  • @majim7140
    @majim7140 4 года назад +42

    Respect. How can someone be so smart. like he did everything from scratch.

  • @artpereira
    @artpereira 4 года назад +183

    Electrifying a Delorean makes the most sense. Love this

    • @leokatigbak6102
      @leokatigbak6102 3 года назад +4

      Totally agree.

    • @bradsmith9189
      @bradsmith9189 3 года назад +3

      By turning it into an appliance?

    • @artpereira
      @artpereira 3 года назад +11

      @@bradsmith9189 Appliance? Have you seen what Electric cars can do? Come on man. What better way to take a car that was a vision of the future and then making it the actual future? I get the "electric car is bad blah blah" argument but really, move with the times.

    • @georgepacheco9983
      @georgepacheco9983 3 года назад +3

      @@artpereira I'll give another 10 yrs before nuclear takes over. But no matter if you like or hate ev, an electric delorean is just a chef kiss. Quiet and sleek like the 80s future aesthetic.

    • @artpereira
      @artpereira 3 года назад +3

      @@georgepacheco9983 this “chef kiss” trend is really annoying. Hope it dies out but yes, I agree with you. The Delorean was never known for it’s Peugeot engine

  • @jjamespacbell
    @jjamespacbell 4 года назад +56

    One of the most notable things about the DeLorean was the great condition of it body panels. Stainless steel holds up, that is one of the things I am excited about the TriMotor Cybertruck I ordered.
    Top speed who cares I will never drive that fast acceleration thats fun every day

    • @mm-hl7gh
      @mm-hl7gh 4 года назад +4

      The 100$ cybertruck preorder was a really smart move by tesla.
      i know a lot of people who "ordered" a cybertruck and mention it on every possible occasion.
      People who like to imagine themself riding a cybertruck, but never will..
      That makes me sad.. those people would never spend money for institutions trying to protect the enviroment, wildlife or oceans.. they would not even donate some blood.. but stupid bragging rights ? here you go: 100$

    • @XxXnonameAsDXxX
      @XxXnonameAsDXxX 3 года назад

      The cybertruck is great but I'm gonna shit myself if it the can make mass deliveries before 2025. Quote me on the one.

    • @truantray
      @truantray 3 года назад

      The comparison between the DeLorean fraud and Musk's con is appropriate. "I ORDERED" LOL.

    • @hobomike6935
      @hobomike6935 2 года назад

      “Top speed who cares”
      You’d better care, since it needs to be able to do at least 90 mph or else it can’t time travel

  • @el5698
    @el5698 4 года назад +67

    Need, Back to the Future is my favorite movie of all time.

  • @lastnameisdude
    @lastnameisdude 2 года назад +5

    Delorean DMC-12 is the only car where electric conversion not only feels right, but also adds to it's retro-futuristic design. A true time machine.

  • @PhotonHerald
    @PhotonHerald 4 года назад +54

    Nonononono! This sucker's electrical! I just need the plutonium reaction to generate the 1.21 Jiggawatts of electricity...

    • @TheStanHill
      @TheStanHill 3 года назад +6

      Are you telling me this sucker is nuclear???

    • @PhotonHerald
      @PhotonHerald 3 года назад +1

      @mr fantastic Something you need plutonium for...

    • @PhotonHerald
      @PhotonHerald 3 года назад +1

      @mr fantastic
      *Blinks innocently*
      Why NO!
      Why don't you tell me about it?
      *Blinks even more innocently*
      =)
      See: Laconic Irony

    • @howiemeltzer7040
      @howiemeltzer7040 3 года назад +2

      @mr fantastic it's related to a 4/4 reel-watt but is counted in 6/8.😁

    • @jimbodeek
      @jimbodeek 3 года назад +1

      Doc, you don't just walk into a store and buy plutonium! Did you rip that off?

  • @mikesilva3868
    @mikesilva3868 4 года назад +40

    Dr Emmett brown if my calculations are correct when this baby hits 88 miles per hour you're gonna see some serious beep Marty McFly: Wait a minute. Wait a minute, Doc. Ah... Are you telling me that you built a time machine... out of a DeLorean?
    Dr. Emmett Brown: The way I see it, if you're gonna build a time machine into a car, why not do it with some *style?*
    Huge back to the future fan 📼

    • @petertoth3477
      @petertoth3477 Год назад

      ...and this way a train wouldn't be needed in BTTF 3, because there would've been no gasoline to leak in the first place. Just find an even enough terrain and let Doc charge the batteries if needed, Marty'll be back in 1985 before Buford Tannen can say "I hate manure"

  • @ratheonhudson3311
    @ratheonhudson3311 2 года назад +4

    Great Scott! I'm glad they brought this generation's motive powerpacks and motors to bring this icon back on the roads. I look forward to the day when someone brings this car back out to put mercury engines inside. That way it'll be able to do what it did in the end of BTTF3

    • @hobomike6935
      @hobomike6935 2 года назад +1

      It’s cool, but where’s the Mr. Fusion so I can run it off household garbage?

  • @eclipse9304
    @eclipse9304 4 года назад +16

    With our current trend of retro futurism, an electric DeLorean would be super cool if put into production.

  • @imacdvman
    @imacdvman 4 года назад +11

    Finally one of the coolest Cars ever deserves the right drive technology

  • @CRITTERBUSTERS
    @CRITTERBUSTERS 2 года назад +4

    It seems to me that if there was any car that needed to be an EV it would be the Delorean. The car still looks unique and futuristic to this very day, I wish they were put back into production. I know I’d buy one.

    • @kani_mar
      @kani_mar Год назад +1

      Lancia Stratos too

  • @makingconnections777
    @makingconnections777 4 года назад +8

    Great choice for a conversion

  • @BriskBounty7
    @BriskBounty7 2 года назад +1

    An electric delorean is my dream car thank you for making it!!

  • @klaudelu18
    @klaudelu18 4 года назад +7

    Fantastic video, mate!

  • @duckmcf
    @duckmcf 4 года назад +5

    Very nice, now I’m looking forward to the, “Hover conversion”...

    • @jetyu
      @jetyu 3 года назад

      Yea boi!

  • @MrDejast
    @MrDejast 4 года назад +1

    I've been building electric cars since the late 70's. Vw's, Datsuns, Mazdas and on and on. My latest is based on 2017 impala. Where I was once considered "weird", now people are very interested in my way of building.

  • @C4_stephen
    @C4_stephen 3 года назад +1

    FINALLY. I've been talking about an EV Delorean concept for so long. I Couldn't even find a vid/post where people actually attempted it in real life. I really like the idea of making some classic cars electric.

  • @ceddricc5909
    @ceddricc5909 3 года назад +2

    This is honestly huge
    If we can make the classic Deloreans again and put them with proper powerful electric components then it's the best that will happen

  • @famodllm4794
    @famodllm4794 4 года назад +1

    Electrical DeLorean is a super great idea ! if it is available market for sale, for sure I will buy one ! The next DIY conversion project I will suggest any truck or half track from the 30's or 40's, like kfz 2, OT-810 etc

  • @aeroripper
    @aeroripper 3 года назад +2

    Really great job! Surprised there hasn't been a modern electric redesign of this car for mass production, but I guess that's what gives the old one its charm.

  • @born_again_torinos
    @born_again_torinos 3 года назад +2

    The builder missed a golden opportunity to call it an "eLorean".

  • @EITFM
    @EITFM 4 года назад +10

    Great electric car build

  • @dkaz974
    @dkaz974 4 года назад +5

    You have to add a flux capacitor... it’s a must especially in this car. Great work

  • @LuisDhubhairt
    @LuisDhubhairt 3 года назад +1

    It is an impressive project. But for those wishing for more power, Yamaha built a line of electric motors. The most powerful pumps out 469 hp / 350 KW, which I think could be sweet for the DMC-12

  • @tedvanmatje
    @tedvanmatje 2 года назад +1

    That has to be the best application for an arduino I have ever seen.
    Hell of a car too 😎

  • @billkaroly
    @billkaroly 4 года назад +8

    Now this is cool. The flux capacitor should be visible though ...

  • @visiontranscend60
    @visiontranscend60 3 года назад +7

    Please mass-produce these!!!

  • @lkendrix7782
    @lkendrix7782 4 года назад +1

    I knew someone was gonna do this! It was just a matter of time! I’m glad!

  • @Earthneedsado-over177
    @Earthneedsado-over177 3 года назад +2

    Man plus DeLorean = Mandalorian.

  • @Golecom2
    @Golecom2 Год назад +1

    Back to the future taught many things, but the most are:
    1- The DeLorean DMC-12 is sexy as hell. A never aging beauty in the car industry.
    2- Electric is the future and the future is now. And is purposely held back.
    In my fantasies of EV motors the best will be a steam-electric hybrid motor.

  • @marlo8867
    @marlo8867 4 года назад +11

    Black widow fumigation? Sometimes I'm very happy to live in the UK where the most dangerous thing we see is an angry badger or maybe a chav.

  • @martymcmannis8662
    @martymcmannis8662 4 года назад +2

    Love your build.
    Was curious about why no one has yet to build a Adams type motor. Electric magnet motor that's at least 800% efficiency because of the lack of drag and recharging batteries as it's running. Thanks for your beautiful rebuild and showing us.

  • @stephantranquille6681
    @stephantranquille6681 4 года назад +3

    AC-DMC I love that, well done!

  • @mdjey2
    @mdjey2 4 года назад +4

    Make all DeLoreans electric!

  • @pasticcinideliziosi1259
    @pasticcinideliziosi1259 4 года назад +13

    Everybody gangsta till Tesla makes an electric DeLorean

    • @ceddricc5909
      @ceddricc5909 3 года назад +1

      Oh boi if tesla themselves put their own spin of electrical technology in the Delorean while still keeping the classic design would have been MIND BLOWING

  • @jordansime6684
    @jordansime6684 4 года назад +3

    This has been my dream since I was 15 lol. It was always a "if I win the lottery" dream, but still. I'm glad to see someone bringing it to reality!!

  • @derekseed
    @derekseed 4 года назад +6

    This is one of those videos I wish I could hit the like button again and again!!!

  • @georgeecheveste6545
    @georgeecheveste6545 3 года назад +1

    I always wanted a Delorean but I heard that the engine was powerless.
    I'm glad that it's now possible to make it an electric version that can go fast

  • @DEVUNK88
    @DEVUNK88 3 года назад +2

    when I think of a DeLorean...I think of "back to the future" and then I think of some sort of electronic wizardry, so I think an all electric DeLorean is what it should be

    • @hobomike6935
      @hobomike6935 2 года назад

      “No no no, this sucker’s electrical! But I need to generate the 1.21 gigawatts necessary to fully charge the battery for long-distance travel!” 🔋

  • @owenwilliamfritts2271
    @owenwilliamfritts2271 3 года назад

    Excellent!!! This summer I’ll be building a PorschLa 928. I have two donor 928s that will be combined to one and a Tesla drivetrain / battery pack switched in

  • @dimethedude
    @dimethedude 4 года назад

    This is one of the coolest things I’ve seen with any vehicle
    This is exciting stuff
    Ever since I was a kid I was stoked to see electric vehicles
    But they never came
    Finally they’re finally starting to come out

  • @luiggiphilipi
    @luiggiphilipi 3 года назад

    now i know whom to talk to when i'll build my own E-DMC-12!

  • @thndr_5468
    @thndr_5468 Год назад

    The delorean looks like it just came out and with it electrified it stands the test of time flawlessly

  • @newsspaceaudio8142
    @newsspaceaudio8142 4 года назад +5

    I like!!!
    I love you delorean
    Delorean!

  • @Beun007
    @Beun007 3 года назад

    Awesome! Should be thrown to the market!

  • @porpus99
    @porpus99 2 года назад +1

    Would love to see a DeLorean Back To The Future Electric Conversion. Question is how much power could you actually squeeze into a DeLorean with all those lights and sound effects?

  • @mrxblocks8580
    @mrxblocks8580 3 года назад

    the most smartest this anyone did for this car yet Awesome

  • @Exitsing
    @Exitsing 2 года назад

    Where Doc Brown used plutonium in the DeLorean chamber, this dude brings literally the car To the Future ( Doc didn't think about it)

  • @sonnyburnett8725
    @sonnyburnett8725 3 года назад +1

    As a DeLorean owner I’ve always wanted to convert our De to an EV and with that now becoming a much more reasonable possibility video’s like this are so temping. When a strong company enters the market with a decent warranty I’ll seriously consider making the move. The car just has a seemingly never ending issue of mechanical problems. I’ve never owned a car where you can replace most all the important parts yet they repeatedly fail anyways. Very frustrating and a head scratcher. On the other hand, I’ve never seen a car that can attract attention from even six figure cars like the DeLorean. Sitting at a stop light, no matter what’s next to you, even a young blond in a convertible.......you win. Not you, but the DeLorean!

    • @ElectricFuture
      @ElectricFuture  3 года назад +1

      what would you pay for an all in one conversion kit?

  • @Pervypriest
    @Pervypriest 4 года назад

    Pervypriest
    The DMC delorean is just the right vehicle
    for an EV conversion like this. I would love to own a car like that. Amazing

  • @kevind8446
    @kevind8446 2 года назад

    Definitely a great job and so nice to make a famous classic car into an electric version - who doesn't like seeing a classic car on todays roads. Well done.

  • @NerdVid
    @NerdVid 4 года назад +9

    Interesting Arduino project

  • @bc82870
    @bc82870 3 года назад

    Impressive! Congratulations for 1 step closer to fusion energy!

  • @audiovideophile5317
    @audiovideophile5317 4 года назад

    I know DMC Houston is doing an EV version themselves but if I could get someone else to do something similar to this “leaf” version on a “semi” refurbished DMC for under $50K out the door with even only a 6 mph warranty I would pay cash for it RIGHT NOW. My family was involved with the initial launch of DeLorean’s and I remember being driven to grade school in them. I’ve even spent time at DMC California - Garden Grove on many occasions. I was a DMC fan before BttF. DMC rocks.

  • @scottn322
    @scottn322 3 года назад +3

    I want! Holy shit, this is so dope.

  • @lostparadisefilms
    @lostparadisefilms 4 года назад +3

    If I could afford it, I'd love to have an electric DeLorean as a second car.

  • @gracehampton7036
    @gracehampton7036 4 года назад +1

    This is AMAZING I WAS JUST THINKING ABOUT THIS IM SO EXCITED

  • @lightninlad
    @lightninlad 3 года назад +1

    Doc’ doc….what a minute…are you telling me you built an all-electric vehicle…out of a DeLorean???
    This is heavy.

  • @tomsummers1137
    @tomsummers1137 4 года назад

    Electric Vehicle Association of San Diego is having a drive-in showing of Back to the Future at the Tail-Gate parking lot at Petco Park tonight (15 Nov). I will be there.

  • @thedruidzmademe666
    @thedruidzmademe666 3 года назад

    all that coded android monitoring app needs is an extra screen that shows the time circuits from the movie, it even has the green digital clock font already!

  • @JonasViatte
    @JonasViatte 4 года назад +1

    Tesla should make a photo shoot of this DeLorean beside the Cybertruck. After all the engineers were clearly inspired by the DeLorean to create the new car of the future.

  • @cunningfoxx3678
    @cunningfoxx3678 3 года назад

    Omg the shiny stainless steel the sharp design omg I hope this car comes back . I heard they might bring it back in 2022.

  • @BigBattery
    @BigBattery 4 года назад +7

    "Great Scott!" Thanks for the shoutout! Hey folks what's YOUR dream car EV conversion project dream???

    • @kevn99
      @kevn99 4 года назад

      mazda miata, porsche 914, ‘67 Shelby mustang tribute

    • @ElectricFuture
      @ElectricFuture  4 года назад +3

      I want human passenger drone now.

    • @Ricketik65
      @Ricketik65 4 года назад

      Citroën CX

    • @Taylor-ys2vh
      @Taylor-ys2vh 4 года назад

      @@kevn99 check out the zombie 222 mustang

  • @441rider
    @441rider 3 года назад

    On my Sabvoton controllers tweaking the flux weakening amps is awesome.

  • @edwardchance2543
    @edwardchance2543 3 года назад

    Thanks for sharing subscribed really nice work very well thought out and executed

  • @bryan81584
    @bryan81584 Год назад

    Are you telling me this sucker is NUCLEAR?
    No no, This sucker is electrical.

  • @gator1984atcomcast
    @gator1984atcomcast 2 года назад

    Brilliant! Amazing what some individuals can accomplish.

  • @ss4tony
    @ss4tony 3 года назад

    DeLorean refresh would be awesome to see.

  • @lovely-shrubbery8578
    @lovely-shrubbery8578 3 года назад

    This is the most badass thing ever

  • @jackmcslay
    @jackmcslay 3 года назад +1

    1980s: Delorean lounches
    2020s: Electric conversion
    2060s: Mr. Fusion conversion

    • @DeanRendar
      @DeanRendar 3 года назад

      banana peels, used coffee grounds, and beer cans with half drank beer are the integral key that are everywhere in "past". Something to do with the type of people who use em has that hyper efficient energy that will save the world's energy issues.

  • @GeneralChurch
    @GeneralChurch 3 месяца назад

    Should use the layered rear hatch to put solar panels on to feed directly into the system for extended range!

  • @toulee8051
    @toulee8051 4 года назад +7

    You forgot to put in the FLUX CAPACITOR

  • @playGEMJI
    @playGEMJI 4 года назад

    Now I need to find a way to add 2 extra seats :)) and extend the range to 300+ miles. Awesome video!

  • @eastmanwebb5477
    @eastmanwebb5477 4 года назад +1

    Great video. Thanks for sharing this.

  • @EngiNetion
    @EngiNetion 3 года назад

    electric engine and delorean is like perfect duo

  • @cujoedaman
    @cujoedaman 3 года назад

    "The way I see it, if you're gonna build an electric car, why not do it with some style?" - Not Doc Brown
    Ironically, the sound the Delorean makes in the movie when it's driving is what I imagine an electric car to sound like (except for the V8 they also dubbed over it) :D

  • @ckdigitaltheqof6th210
    @ckdigitaltheqof6th210 3 года назад

    Makes sense, an actual time travel craft wouldn't be depended on liquid fuel burn gas. So it adds to rhe trilogy fun kit build.

  • @paulnavarro9986
    @paulnavarro9986 3 года назад +1

    I feel like this is what the DeLorean was supposed to be or meant to be

    • @210SAi
      @210SAi 3 года назад

      Only if it was meant to be a Golf Cart

  • @garyz777
    @garyz777 3 года назад

    Way to go Jacob...simply amazing!

  • @solosailorsv8065
    @solosailorsv8065 3 года назад +2

    You could do a biographical video on Jacob himself
    How does does such a genius and prolific Builder come to BE ?

  • @johnnyfavorite1194
    @johnnyfavorite1194 4 года назад +4

    Hey Doc, You better Fuel Up. We don’t have enough Gas to get up to 88
    Gas? Where we’re going we don’t need... 😉🕶🤏 Gasoline😎

  • @alternervnich9418
    @alternervnich9418 4 года назад

    Thats really fucking impressive

  • @byronpink9061
    @byronpink9061 3 года назад

    Brilliant project! Thanks for sharing! 👍🏾

  • @realldx
    @realldx 4 года назад

    GREAT SCOTT! I'm sure gonna buy one in the future.

  • @meridiantelekoms
    @meridiantelekoms 3 года назад

    Now this sucker is indeed electrical!

  • @Aiyoros
    @Aiyoros 3 года назад

    It sounds like a real DMC time machine

  • @jackspratt44
    @jackspratt44 3 года назад

    Remove the hatch for the trunk and put a solar panel there also cut part of the roof out and put a solar panel there. Now you can charge your battery and almost never run out of power

  • @joshcook
    @joshcook 2 года назад +2

    Doc you’re telling me you built an *electric vehicle* out of a DeLorean????

    • @hobomike6935
      @hobomike6935 2 года назад +1

      “No no no, this sucker’s *nuclear!* But I need an electric starter to generate the 1.21 gigawatts necessary to begin the fission!” ☢️ 🔋 ⚡️

    • @joshcook
      @joshcook 2 года назад

      @@hobomike6935 this is heavy!

  • @reedfish99
    @reedfish99 4 года назад

    This is an amazing project, very impressive! I need one.

  • @michaelj7069
    @michaelj7069 Год назад +1

    A new era of hot-rodding.

  • @anzutheweeb9052
    @anzutheweeb9052 4 года назад +1

    I need one of these.

  • @vettedsin
    @vettedsin 3 года назад

    standard! nice! very rare to find a manual electric.

  • @SifetFelic
    @SifetFelic 2 года назад +1

    DeLorean, Welcome...

  • @Exitsing
    @Exitsing 3 года назад

    This guy is a genius

  • @knewdles
    @knewdles 4 года назад +1

    Fantastic vid Jacob & Jim~! Classic sports car icons; will survive & thrive when converted properly~!
    The frame under my 4 Lotus Esprits is quite a bit different than the the one in a Delorean.. I've priced the leaf motor; -thank goodness this is an affordable conversion !
    I will need custom cut electric motor mounts; or even possibly a complete rear frame w/ reinforced tunnel.. - discuss?

  • @muhammadwibisonojanuar7793
    @muhammadwibisonojanuar7793 4 года назад

    Now that's 'Back to the Future'.