Fisker is out to prove that green cars don't have to be boring with its extended-range plug-in hybrid Karma, available in both sedan and retractable hardtop variants. Potential buyers have already placed over 1,300 orders for the four-door model and now we hear that the burgeoning automaker is accepting deposits of $25,000 for the Karma S drop-top. Those placing orders early are being told they can expect a delivery date in late 2011.

Both Karma models come equipped with lithium ion battery packs that can provide gasoline-free travel for up to 50 miles, after which a GM-sourced 2.0-liter turbocharged and direct injected Energizer Bunny powerplant will kick in to recharge the battery. There's reportedly enough juice to power twin electric motors that offer over 400 horsepower to the rear wheels, which is sufficient to push the electric stunner to 60 in under six seconds and up to a top speed of over 125 mph.

 

very cool, I'm a fan. I know the deposit is $25k, how much is it total?

 

The hot sister of the Ferrari California

 

oh snap! Hope he sells a million of em~! Very cool!

 

Best of luck to him. A man with a vision who actually had the balls to just do it...

 

Fisker Coachbuild was about 3 blocks from my old office. We used to see them testing Tramantos out there all the time.

I believe the Karma is around $70K total.

 

I'd be a buyer at $70K

 

Yea everyone else too! Mine is optioned out at $106k, the Karma 4-door coupe that is. The Vert should be a lot more.