My dad worked for IH for 50 years. I grew up in Travellers, Travelals, and Scouts. The Scout was my first vehicle when I started driving. I have spent my life trying to duplicate that experience 4 runners (close) SUV: Volkswagen (most expensive car seat you can buy) Q7, way too luxury for me (and their electronics aren’t reliable past warranty) Range Rover, felt like home but not durable,, even dealerships will tell you not to own without warranty. I was about to go back the the 4Runner, but I will hold out for the Scout! If anyone has IH questions I may be able to answer,, because my dad (92) remembers everything.
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My dad was the Western Regional Sales Manager - Canada ,, trucks and AG equipment
It's great to hear about your personal connection to International Harvester (IH) and your love for their vehicles, particularly the Scout. It's interesting that you have tried to replicate that experience with other SUVs but have found them lacking in some way.
there are many people who would be interested in hearing more about your dad's experience working for the company and any stories or insights he may have. It's amazing that he remembers so much even at 92 years old!
Recently i was talking to my dad about the future Scout vehicle and it turns out my dad worked for the bank and worked on the loan that attempted to keep IH afloat while they were selling the scout.
Can you explain what you father saw on ground zero as the rumors started about the Scout shutting down, all the way to that last day?
likely pretty ominous... but fascinating none the less
