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Serious question are we making these like the old one? Is the steel rolls sitting out side getting a nice patina on them for fresh rust from factory? Ot are we waiting to buy the steel rolls to make it so they don't have the rust patina?
 
LOL.

No, we aren't planning on doing a "rust patina" version at this point. Early on we asked people for their top ten requests of things they would like to see on the new Scout, and "rust proofing" was one of the bigger requests. I own a 1979 Scout II and I'm fortunate that it had a rust coating applied and some proper TLC over the years by the previous owners.

Now, if you want to do a vehicle wrap for the new one that looks like patina and rust, that would actually be kinda funny.
 
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Jamie@ScoutMotors said:
LOL.

No, we aren't planning on doing a "rust patina" version at this point. Early on we asked people for their top ten requests of things they would like to see on the new Scout, and "rust proofing" was one of the bigger requests. I own a 1979 Scout II and I'm fortunate that it had a rust coating applied and some proper TLC over the years by the previous owners.

Now, if you want to do a vehicle wrap for the new one that looks like patina and rust, that would actually be kinda funny.
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Alright just making sure were not pay around 40k for a rust bucket.

Can we have a paint option for the patina look? Hand painted obviously for an extra amount of money for it.
 
Our August 2024 Scout Motors Production Center Construction update is now live:

August 2024 Scout Motors Production Center Update – Scout Motors Stories

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I'm just trying to understand the manufacturing flow here. I assume painting is the last step, so why is it in the middle? An what specifically is done in the body shop vs assembly?
 
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I'm just trying to understand the manufacturing flow here. I assume painting is the last step, so why is it in the middle? A what specifically is done in the body shop vs assembly?
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Painting is actually done early mid process if I recall from my BMW plant tour. Perhaps Jamie can spread more light on that but parts are assembled after painting
 
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Jamie@ScoutMotors said:
Our office in Columbia, South Carolina, has added a new first-floor space we are calling the Scout Columbia Connection Center. This space opens up to the Columbia Fireflies ballpark and features information on Scout Motors and Scout history. Hours will be limited for now, but if you are in the neighborhood, please check it out.


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COLUMBIA, S.C. (April 9, 2024) – Scout Motors Inc. (“Scout Motors”), formed to craft the next generation of all-electric trucks and rugged SUVs, announced today that it has opened its new Columbia Connection Center on the ground floor of the company’s temporary offices in the First Base Building of the BullStreet District.

This new space will allow the community to learn more about the history of the original Scout® vehicles through exhibits and displays. It will also showcase Scout Motors’ vision for the future and progress as construction work continues on the company’s Production Center in Blythewood.

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“We are thrilled to open the doors of Scout Motors’ new Columbia Connection Center and welcome in our local community here in South Carolina to interact and engage with our team,” said Scout Motors Chief Production Officer Jan Spies. “As construction progresses on the site of our Production Center, this valuable asset will serve as a central hub for the general public to learn more about both the heritage and future of these iconic vehicles and our innovative company.”

The opening coincided with Opening Night for the Columbia Fireflies at Segra Park. The Columbia Connection Center's normal operating hours will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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This new community hub follows the nomenclature of the other key Scout Motors facilities: the Production Center in Blythewood and the Innovation Center in Novi, Michigan.

Scout Motors opened its first South Carolina office in Columbia’s BullStreet District in November. The Columbia office will serve as the home base for Scout Motors’ growing South Carolina-based team while the company’s new Production Center undergoes construction in nearby Blythewood.

Scout Motors continues to ramp up local hiring in preparation for the launch of its manufacturing operations, with nearly 75 employees now on the ground in South Carolina. Current career opportunities are available on the Scout Motors careers page, where dozens of positions are available. Potential candidates can indicate their interest in future manufacturing positions by submitting their information at scoutmotors.sctechjobs.com.

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Will the Terra and Traveler be on display at the connection center anytime soon? Will there be any reservation holder events planned outside the center's hours?
 
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I threw my hat in the ring for one of these, as I have fond memories of an ol' Scout being used as a boat launch vehicle when we would head to a local lake. It would be nice to see one of these in person sooner than later, but I'm nowhere near SC. I actually live in central Indiana. Are there plans for a mobile "roadshow" to introduce these vehicles? I'm eager to see one of these in person!
 
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