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  1. tomgillotti

    Long-Term Paint Protection: PPF, Coatings, and Launch Availability

    I'm not sure I would trust myself. It's definitely something I'll look into, but I would love to have a workmanship warranty from a reputable installer if possible.
  2. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    Scoutsie, I appreciate the apology for the personal comment. Regarding the rest of your post, if there is a specific data point you want to challenge—whether it’s the Cybertruck pricing shifts, the median cost of off-roaders, or the €1.2 billion CapEx increase straight from VW’s earnings...
  3. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    Jamie, fair enough. I don’t doubt for a second that the engineering, design, and manufacturing teams are world-class. The vehicle looks amazing, which is exactly why I’m here, holding my reservation, and rooting for you guys to succeed. But from a consumer standpoint, "trusting the process" is...
  4. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    @Scoutsie, I’d appreciate it if we could keep the conversation focused on the vehicles and the market data, and refrain from personal attacks. Whether someone is married, single, or navigating a divorce doesn't change the math on a €1.2 billion corporate cost overrun. I am here because I am...
  5. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    Jamie, I appreciate the direct reply. If the €1.2 billion to develop the EREV was fully baked into the original baseline budget from day one, then I happily stand corrected. However, the earnings call specifically cited the overwhelming 80+% demand for the Harvester as the catalyst for this...
  6. tomgillotti

    Long-Term Paint Protection: PPF, Coatings, and Launch Availability

    I found one thread that loosely discussed this, but I was hoping for some more real-world experience if anyone has any to share. I plan on keeping my Scout for a very long time, and I fully intend to get it out on the trails. Living down in Texas, the brush can be incredibly unforgiving, and...
  7. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    Jamie is doing his job well here, and I don't fault him for the PR response. It’s textbook corporate communication to reassure the base. But we need to separate the marketing semantics from the financial reality. The counter-argument to the VW earnings report seems to hinge on this quote...
  8. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    Just read the CarBuzz article that discusses VW's latest earnings call. They stated that Scout is reportedly €1.2 billion over budget. They referenced the overwhelming (and unexpected) demand for the EREV. I find that surprising. In other markets, I would understand if they didn't expect that...
  9. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    That is a totally fair point on the TRD Pro data. A 75% price jump over a decade is wild, and it perfectly illustrates the macroeconomic headwinds the entire industry is dealing with right now. You are absolutely right that it is a brutal environment for Scout to launch in. Despite all my...
  10. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    I appreciate the deep dive into macroeconomic history and fiat currency, but your entire essay rests on a single, fatal assumption. I am 41 years old. I am an elder Millennial. You confidently stated that my financial path—saving a massive portion of my income on an enlisted military salary...
  11. tomgillotti

    Scout delayed??

    Scout Brand relaunched in 2022. New Scout debuted in October 2024. I see my misunderstanding now.
  12. tomgillotti

    Scout delayed??

    I think I might be misunderstanding you. The Scout was announced in 2024, right?
  13. tomgillotti

    Scout delayed??

    I've always had it in my mind that it would be here in 2028, so I'm not sure if this changes my expectation.
  14. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    @R1TVT, I think we might just fundamentally view the timeline and health of this market differently, and that's fair. We will definitely see how 2027 and 2028 play out. But I want to take a step back from the back-and-forth for a minute, because I realize my pushback on the $60k+ pricing...
  15. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    First, fair play to @robothero on the Cybertruck pricing update. Tesla yanking the price back up to $70,000 after a fire sale is peak market chaos, and I’ll absolutely own that my previous data point on that is already outdated. However, the fact that Tesla felt the need to slash the price by...
  16. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    Stepping back from the recent debate on manufacturing practices, I want to refocus on the core issue we’ve been tracking: pricing and the rapid shift in the EV market. Over the last couple of weeks, we have seen undeniable moves from major automakers that prove the industry is aggressively...
  17. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    The news of Canada lowering its tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles to 6.1%—with an initial cap of 49,000 units—is a significant development for the North American market. This agreement effectively replaces the previous 100% surtax, and as reported by The Drive, it has triggered a "full panic...
  18. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    I came across this report from the Financial Times today and thought it was relevant to our discussion about where the truck market is actually heading (versus where it was in 2021). Don't think I can link the specific article but you can search the title if curious. Ford held talks with...
  19. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    I stated I am a Veteran to give you context on who you are talking to, and your response was to double down and tell me that I'm spreading "talking points from the CCP"? That says far more about your character than it does about my "ideology." Moving away from your unnecessary second personal...
  20. tomgillotti

    Don't let the Scout become a status symbol; why $60k misses the point of the Revival

    I usually ignore the personal attacks, but I’m going to stop you right there. I am a US Air Force Veteran and a single father living in Texas. Calling a fellow reservation holder "Chinese Agitprop" because you disagree with their economic outlook is not "product expertise"—it is delusional and...
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