Design is tricky, between tried and true, and cutting edge... you can get so far ahead of yourself that nothing works. Calls to memory the dash of the Aston Martin Logonda!! So far ahead that it was a fail.
Scout Design Ideas
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Design is tricky, between tried and true, and cutting edge... you can get so far ahead of yourself that nothing works. Calls to memory the dash of the Aston Martin Logonda!! So far ahead that it was a fail.
For me, the Scout 2 size is just about perfect. You can carry 5 people and still have pretty good storage behind the 2nd row. It's still easy to park in an urban area or fit down a tight trail or driveway, but it's not tiny. In addition, because it's electric, you can have a huge front frunk (perhaps some storage for the driver/luggage/etc) and a lot of room in the under the hood area for things that might be permanently mounted like the HVAC system, inverter, air compressor, etc.). The latter could be under a cover (or not, it would be cool to have it NOT all hidden under plastic panels).
With how far suspension technology has come in 50 years, they should be able to keep the tight turning ability (the Scout 2 is an amazing runabout in part because it's so effortless to turn in sharp spots) but still have it track beautifully down the highway at 80 MPH.
I wouldn't mind digital gauges with an infotainment centered and knobs for temperature controls only.
Had a chance yesterday to see the new Nissan Z in person. Thats another example of a really nice blend of classic Nissan/Datsun and modern vehicle. Hope Scout design is similar in approach.
Looks really good in person, especially the rear taillights -retro in the most modern way possible
Looks really good in person, especially the rear taillights -retro in the most modern way possible
I concur, the Z and Challenger are IMO the best looking modern car at this moment. The interior of the Z is also remarkable.
Unfortunately not as of yet. They used to make it as convertible so I had hoped they would continue but starting to lose hope.
Be nice...
There are elements of the Defender interior that are kinda cool. Ours will be better...
I do like the simplicity of the defender interior from the passenger dash panel and stamped defender badging. In addition the center console looks ergonomic. Not too sure about that shifter location.Be nice...
There are elements of the Defender interior that are kinda cool. Ours will be better...
Lol... needed coffee.Be nice...
There are elements of the Defender interior that are kinda cool. Ours will be better...
Are you suggesting that some elements might be similar? hmmmBe nice...
There are elements of the Defender interior that are kinda cool. Ours will be better...
? jk I know we are getting buttons. Can't wait for Q3 to roll around
Are you suggesting that some elements might be similar? hmmm
I can neither confirm nor deny...
But yes, Q3 can't come fast enough.
Yes, I like allot of those ideas.
I want to add... Comfortable Seats! We rented a wrangler on a recent trip and the vehicle was ok all around, but the seats were bad!
When we got it, we didn't feel it. But as soon as we got back to our old (2010) Sequoia, we were all saying, the old Sequoia seats are way better.
The wrangler seats were short and narrow, they had weak bolsters and the seat bottom angle was too flat, and there was no adjustment, so you feel like you are being pitched forward out of the seat.
I hope Scout Motors designs and builds their own seats, or at least taps into the VW knowledgeable. We used to have a 3rd gen Jetta 1.8t, that vehicle had nice seats.
I want to add... Comfortable Seats! We rented a wrangler on a recent trip and the vehicle was ok all around, but the seats were bad!
When we got it, we didn't feel it. But as soon as we got back to our old (2010) Sequoia, we were all saying, the old Sequoia seats are way better.
The wrangler seats were short and narrow, they had weak bolsters and the seat bottom angle was too flat, and there was no adjustment, so you feel like you are being pitched forward out of the seat.
I hope Scout Motors designs and builds their own seats, or at least taps into the VW knowledgeable. We used to have a 3rd gen Jetta 1.8t, that vehicle had nice seats.
I know not everyone wants power features but I would love power seats included with 3 memory settings. The Bronco is manual only and when a different driver uses it the seats get moved and to move them back is a pain to get exactly into the previous sweet spot. If manual is the only option, design the adjuster to have markings like 1-8 on floor and tilt mechanisms so you know driver 1 is seat 4 and tilt 6, etc…. I’d be Ok with manual if that type of narked system was utilized
A must for an option! If you want manual, get manual...but if you want power options they should be there for an option!! I also know some love the nostalgia of crank windows, but no thank you! Needs power windows for an option as well.
