It would be pretty frustrating for me if the BEV was that much delayed from the Harvester. I really don't want to, but the timeline is already so far out, I feel like that might push me to find an alternative.
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The maintenance point is a good one, especially since we're not talking about a simple scooter engine like the i3 REx, this is a full on 4 cylinder car engine meaning oil changes, spark plugs, air filters, the inevitable water pump/coolant issues because VW, leaks, etc. Even if those items are covered under warranty it's still a time investment.
True enough. My indecision behind the question is likely related to my reasons for buying a Scout in the first place. I grew up with them, i learned to drive in them, my first car was a Scout, and therefore I have a huge emotional attachment to what the Scout name represents in my life. I don’t need a Scout…. But I sure want one. Like @cyure I’m pretty much convinced the BEV is the best choice.
@Jamie@ScoutMotors can we get clarification on this?Okay I know in a thread recently we were discussing which model might come first and if that would be BEV/EREV specific. This article speculates the EREV will come first. I still think BEV because they started developing it first. All this to say who the heck knows.
Scout Reportedly To Delay EV For Hybrid As VW Runs Low On Cash - The Autopian
Volkswagen subbrand Scout Motors will launch an electric truck and SUV in 2027, and one report indicates the first versions will be EREVs.www.theautopian.com
But in a business status this is probably the best move, to start getting money on the table. Since BEV reservations are already lower.
I don't care so much because well I'm all in for harvester.
For me a want would imply the willingness to wait for the specific one you want. But perhaps I’m misunderstanding.
We had two Scouts when I was a kid; I rebuilt a Chevy V8 to install in one of the Scouts. I learned to weld (poorly) with an oxy torch while installing the Chevy engine. I was already driving by the time we got the Scouts (on an off-grid ranch—us kids were the workhorses), but I did drive them a lot. That said, I am missing the nostalgia gene, so I can’t really say it's something I want because it’s a Scout.
Nope - would feel like a huge downgrade to go back to ICE at this point. Would wait for the BEV or buy something else. Maybe Rivian will have a new R1T with a slightly longer bed at that point too.
When I speak of “want”, I picture a small child having a tantrum jumping up and down when not getting a sweet soon enough. From my vantage point now, a little maturity helps mitigate the drooling anticipation.
Timing on everything is very much dependent on a number of variables and is not finalized. Lots of speculation out there.
I’ll make this more simple for everyone, Don’t believe anything you read. Unless it’s from Jamie or @J Alynn
That C-Pillar looks horrible. And something weird is going on around the fender flares in the rear, with the rear of the vehicle.
No BEV option means no interest from me. Powerfully ugly too, but that's forgiveable.
Let’s just say it’s not for me. I’m being polite.
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