# I'm new here

**URL:** <https://community.electricforum.com/t/im-new-here/4288>\
**Category:** GEM Forum\
**Created:** [June 27, 2014, 3:10pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/im-new-here/4288 "2014-06-27T15:10:47Z")\
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**Author:** ![beachbum](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/3da27b/32.png) [@beachbum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/beachbum)\
**Post date:** [June 27, 2014, 3:10pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/im-new-here/4288/1 "2014-06-27T15:10:47Z")

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I’m new here and looking at a couple of used gem cars. I prefer the e4 but may go with a e2 that needs some repairs. Is there any model years to stay away from? Has anyone use lithium batteries in a gem car. I heard that charging them is a lot more dangerous due to the heat they put off.

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**Author:** ![Old\_Houseboater](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/old_houseboater/32/544_2.png) [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\
**Post date:** [June 27, 2014, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/im-new-here/4288/2 "2014-06-27T18:25:55Z")

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If you buy the e2 you will buy an e4 later. Li batteries are the ultimate but you will also have to buy a compatable charger. Lots of money for both. The e2 is a fun package and a lot more nimble than the e4 but you will find passenger limitations wanting if you have more than one friend.

I have just gone thru the transition from a 2 seater to a 4 and it cost me money. Even if you have to finance it’s better to only buy 1 car.