What is one feature you hope Scout will include that has not yet been shown?
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We keep mentioning this and realize it’s a wish list but with VW and diesel gate the odds of them offering diesel is like .01% and even that is unlikely. But we all have our own wishes
"I could be mistaken, but every original scout had round headlights. Saw a heritage edition Bronco this evening - it was a nice difference."
The 1980 Scout (final season) had converted to rectangular headlamps. Makes me easy to spot.
Also, was looking at the new 2025 Landcruisers last night and they have a 1978 Edition with round Headlamps which IMO looks much better than the higher end version, but only includes 3 boring arse paint options.
If you watch the new design videos and recent posts-Chris Benjamin made it clear they didn’t want round headlights. I think this is a topic that could end having seen them in person at the reveal they have a rectangular feel in the daylight-just like the 80’s scouts.
I know lots of folks wanted retro but it’s been made clear from the design side they wanted evolution-not retro.
Maybe the group that wants round can start bugging the aftermarket companies to make a round housing replacement. Those willing to spend $1500 after the fact can go crazy. I for one will continue with the push for the lights As-is-even though 2 years ago I wanted round inside a rectangular bezel because I thought retro was the answer. Now I (personally) know the look SM created IS the right look as an evolutionary design
I know lots of folks wanted retro but it’s been made clear from the design side they wanted evolution-not retro.
Maybe the group that wants round can start bugging the aftermarket companies to make a round housing replacement. Those willing to spend $1500 after the fact can go crazy. I for one will continue with the push for the lights As-is-even though 2 years ago I wanted round inside a rectangular bezel because I thought retro was the answer. Now I (personally) know the look SM created IS the right look as an evolutionary design
Realize this has nothing to do with power generation nor any part of the drive train. Its sole purpose is for heat. Google "diesel heater" or "parking heater". It would provide dry heat for the cab without the moisture build up like a propane heater and without heavy drain on the battery. Actually, I'm not suggesting the heater at all, just simply the ports (diesel turret) to the bottom exterior of the vehicle to accommodate such a heater. Cost would be minimal with biggest concern being that for those wanting to float their Scout in 3 feet of water would need to remember to put the plug in like you would a boat.
Misunderstood your post. Sorry!Realize this has nothing to do with power generation nor any part of the drive train. Its sole purpose is for heat. Google "diesel heater" or "parking heater". It would provide dry heat for the cab without the moisture build up like a propane heater and without heavy drain on the battery. Actually, I'm not suggesting the heater at all, just simply the ports (diesel turret) to the bottom exterior of the vehicle to accommodate such a heater. Cost would be minimal with biggest concern being that for those wanting to float their Scout in 3 feet of water would need to remember to put the plug in like you would a boat.
May I ask what year, type, and size of mountain bikes you’re talking about?
I have a ZJ as well, and my 2012 XL cross country bike with 26in wheels could fit how you describe (although, I do t have the mounts, I flip them upside down and travel with the handlebar on the floor, and tie to the anchors in the storage area to keep it upright).
But my more modern long travel 29’ers in size L or XL do NOT fit inside like that. The wheelbase is too long (they are like 8-12” longer than my XL 26’er) and I have to put the rear wheel between the front seats, otherwise the fork lowers contact the lift gate glass.
Also, where I live it’s muddy/wet for 9 months of the year. For this to be a viable solution for me the backs of the rear seats, and the storage area would have to be easy to clean/wipe down/hose off.
Fully controllable range extender. I have a BMW i3 and you can code it to be able to turn on anywhere under 75% battery charge, but it is limited in that it only recharges to the battery state of charge that you turned it on at - so if you turned on the REX at 50%, it will only charge back up to 50%, and it only charges when the car is moving. Also, if you turn off your car before it charges to the set point you turned it on at, the next time you turn on the car it will be limited to charging only to whatever SOC you turned off the car at.
It would be nice to be able to turn it on manually whenever you want (along with the automatic option eg to turn it on at 5% charge or something), and allow it to run continuously until it charges to full if desired. I know there is an issue with that if the car is in a garage, but that can likely be mitigated by sensors.
This can be misused to turn a range extended BEV into something used exclusively with gas, but I would guess that user interface stuff like having to turn on the range extender manually if over 50% or something like that could reduce the chances of this happening.
It would be nice to be able to turn it on manually whenever you want (along with the automatic option eg to turn it on at 5% charge or something), and allow it to run continuously until it charges to full if desired. I know there is an issue with that if the car is in a garage, but that can likely be mitigated by sensors.
This can be misused to turn a range extended BEV into something used exclusively with gas, but I would guess that user interface stuff like having to turn on the range extender manually if over 50% or something like that could reduce the chances of this happening.
I hope this thing has a heat pump. Can't be rugged and bleed power in these Midwest winters LOL
Double plane glass and good insulation. Since it's an EV, road noise could be loud if it isn't soundproofed fairly well. I'm also hoping for good build quality in general, as again, without engine noise, any rattles that develop will be more noticeable.
I'd like the feature of minimal features. I'd like the ability to buy a model with maximum off road capability and minimal stuff to break or malfunction...and a winch...and the ability to put crossbars on the roof on the models with the retractable top.
It would be refreshing to see a broad à la carte option menu instead of the typical North American bundled options. This would appeal to the diversity of Scout buyers. Obviously more difficult to line up too many options and cost might end up a bit higher the more you load up but would also keep costs down for those who want a bare bones model but maybe one or two features that are normally only included when you buy the upscale models. They seemed to allude to this as a possibility at launch IIRC.
A positive air pressure, large HEPA filter HVAC system for wildfires and zombie apocalypses. Light bar mounts and wiring options.
A positive air pressure, large HEPA filter HVAC system for wildfires and zombie apocalypses. Light bar mounts and wiring options.
Then the previous request for heavy duty glass is vital during zombie apocalypse
You know, I have yet to see a single mention of how Scout is optimizing these for cryptid hunting and that is a huge disappointment.
Edit: wrote this before seeing the thing about the sasquatch search edition Bronco and that it apparently was in fact discussed?
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I have a Defender that I lucked into getting it during Covid so was stuck with a spec I didn't necessarily need but the one thing in it that I wouldn't have specced but definitely would now is the fabric roof. The only down side is it's either open or closed (so you don't have the option of a skylight) but it opens back past the back seats and I much prefer the bigger opening. Since it's not a convertible it is not noisy at all like a Bronco or Wrangler.
The 360 camera, undercar camera and wade monitoring are very useful - although the wade monitoring is a little silly as it is useful as you are already in the spot it's reading.....
The dash set up with the self and pockets is great and it looks like Scout went that route. I missed it in the Broncos and Wranglers I've driven.
Mine has extra cladding on the wheel arches etc (most are delivered without). I like the extra protection and rugged look so would like to see it as an option on the Scout.
The adjustable ride height with the air suspension is awesome but the non air suspension is good on them too and I've never had an issue on the coil sprung Broncos so it's definitely more of a nice to have.
The hose out interior is nice. I thought I'd hate it but the fell can be easily changed by switching the rubber or fabric mats that came with it.
A few things I'd like that the Defender doesn't have.
Dash cams integrated into the cars cameras. It's an option from LR to add dashcams but it doesn't make sense since there are already so many on it.
I have the third row seat (in the 110) and it would be nice to have some underfloor storage around it. Even in the ones without it the under floor storage is tiny but there looks like there is a lot of wasted space there.
LR offer a built in air compressor in the trunk. I've debated adding it as you still have to hook a hose up to it but it would be nice to have some sort of on the fly air adjustment like some hummer H1s had (although I'm sure its cost prohibitive).
The Defender handles much better than something like that should. I was surprised at how well Broncos have driven also so would hope the Scout is closer to them than a Wrangler which is a little "wandery" although they are much better than older ones.
The 360 camera, undercar camera and wade monitoring are very useful - although the wade monitoring is a little silly as it is useful as you are already in the spot it's reading.....
The dash set up with the self and pockets is great and it looks like Scout went that route. I missed it in the Broncos and Wranglers I've driven.
Mine has extra cladding on the wheel arches etc (most are delivered without). I like the extra protection and rugged look so would like to see it as an option on the Scout.
The adjustable ride height with the air suspension is awesome but the non air suspension is good on them too and I've never had an issue on the coil sprung Broncos so it's definitely more of a nice to have.
The hose out interior is nice. I thought I'd hate it but the fell can be easily changed by switching the rubber or fabric mats that came with it.
A few things I'd like that the Defender doesn't have.
Dash cams integrated into the cars cameras. It's an option from LR to add dashcams but it doesn't make sense since there are already so many on it.
I have the third row seat (in the 110) and it would be nice to have some underfloor storage around it. Even in the ones without it the under floor storage is tiny but there looks like there is a lot of wasted space there.
LR offer a built in air compressor in the trunk. I've debated adding it as you still have to hook a hose up to it but it would be nice to have some sort of on the fly air adjustment like some hummer H1s had (although I'm sure its cost prohibitive).
The Defender handles much better than something like that should. I was surprised at how well Broncos have driven also so would hope the Scout is closer to them than a Wrangler which is a little "wandery" although they are much better than older ones.
Welcome aboard. Glad you mentioned the sliding soft top. I never thought about the fact that when closed you do t get the open natural light. It’s obvious but I just never thought about that. Makes me rethink things though the short while we had our Bronco I got used to a solid top but certainly enjoyed when we folded back the top so guess it will be a give and take. Hopefully with the lighter color fabric they showed on prototype it will allow for a subtle glow of natural light.
Stock as it came originally from the manufacturer. No cameras or GPS units.. HID headlights, roll cage, chevy 350cid or a diesel option with no DEF or other government regulations. Both automatical or Manuel options. 2" suspension lift with stock 33" tires. 35 gallon fuel tank. off road bumpers with a warn winch. front and rear push button lockers.