The Kindred Motorworks Chevy 3100 pickup is one of the cleanest examples of a turnkey electric restomod. Starting life as a 1947–1953 Chevy 3100, these refurbished trucks are available to pre-order, with prices starting at $159,000 and production beginning in 2024.

What you get

The exterior is fully refurbished and the cabin gets brand-new custom leather upholstery, paired with a modern electric powertrain.

  • Motor: 294 hp direct-drive AC motor (no traditional transmission)
  • Battery: 74 kWh
  • Range: ~200 miles
  • Charging: 6.6 kW onboard charger, 120V and 240V compatible; ~9 hours on a Level 2 plug

Upgraded underneath

The driveline is modernized with double-wishbone front suspension, rack-and-pinion steering, four-wheel power disc brakes and an electric parking brake. Multiple colors are offered, with custom paint available.

Where it fits

At $159,000, the Kindred 3100 sits at the turnkey end of the market — you’re buying a finished, warrantied vehicle rather than a project. It’s a useful benchmark for what a professional, no-compromise electric classic costs. Compare it to DIY and crate-engine routes in our conversion cost guide.