At the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Canada Electrical Automobiles and Webb Motorworks displayed an electrically converted 1932 Ford 5-Window Coupe. Shown alongside an electric 1969 Chevrolet Camaro and a 1957 Chevrolet, the ‘32 Ford was powered by one of Webb Motorworks’ Flathead E-Crate Motors.

A zero-emission hot rod

The build was promoted as a partnership between Canada Electrical Automobiles and Webb Motorworks. According to Todd Maliteare, president of Canadian Electrical Automobiles, “these powerplants are state-of-the-art… with efficiency and drivability that’s well past the engines they replaced.”

The Flathead E-Crate motor is styled to echo a classic flathead V8 but is fully electric. The engine block is offered in six colors, and buyers can specify whether horsepower or range matters more for their build. It’s also available as an electric V8 or V12.

How much does it cost to convert a hot rod to electric?

A Webb Motorworks Flathead E-Crate motor starts at approximately $50,000 (subject to change). Reserving an engine costs $100, with the opportunity to adjust your order once production starts.

The kit installs into the normal engine mounts of your car and includes the motor/batteries, battery box, cables and wiring harness, base frame and straps, cooling radiators and coolant tanks. Instrumentation and AC/heater options are available.

For how this compares to other routes, see our best EV conversion kits guide and the full conversion cost breakdown.