If you can get out close to that 30K interval, then $1000 isn't "too" bad for the replacement batteries. If one drove 30,000 in a vehicle that averaged 25 mpg, then that would consume 1200 gallons of gas which would set you back $4000-$5000.
I wouldn't mind having one of those trikes.
The GTO I could pass on. I like little sports cars better.
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