We should start a car addiction thread on here for people like us. I went through a phase of 3 new cars in just under 5 years. Auto Addicts Anonymous (triple A)
July 2026 Scout Motors Production Center Update
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From all of us at Scout Motors, welcome to the Scout Community! We created this community to provide Scout vehicle owners, enthusiasts, and curiosity seekers with a place to engage in discussion, suggestions, stories, and connections. Supportive communities are sometimes hard to find, but we're determined to turn this into one.
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Admittedly I don’t spend money on much of anything else-don’t golf, don’t smoke, rarely even drink anymore but cars I enjoy! Right now I really want a 20th anniversary Audi TT convertible but they are going for more now than new 5 years ago. It’s crazySeven years! Holy smoke. I have the shakes just thinking about it.I'm not quite as "bad" as twice a year, but about every two years or so. This one is going to be three because I'm waiting for Scout and its ... its tough.
They were going to make one. Had a name for it and everything. Then they scrapped the plans.
It wasn’t just that it only got basically the same mpg as the Jeep, it was that the steering was awful for me, it had no power seats, no gauge cluster in front of your face. Heck the batteries were under the back seat so you could go through deeper water. It’s really made to be an overlander.
This is why I keep saying my perfect Traveler has a “off-road appearance package”. I don’t tow or go off-road. I want power seats that heat and ventilation would be awesome as well.
My vague recollection is that there are a number of states with specific exceptions for Tesla, but even with that there are some states they can’t sell in, ironically including Texas. IIRC workarounds include stuff like technically buying in a different state and having some sort of delivery or something. Dunno about rivian, but I guess it’s similar with fewer special exemptions.
I don't fully keep up - but last I heard was Tesla's that are made in Texas have to be shipped out of state to be sold back into Texas. That said, I kind of wonder if it is their only work around. While people bash the Cybertruck, they are fairly common in Texas now (or at least common in the parts of Texas I travel). Almost common enough that I wonder if their is not a Tesla/Drilling Company/SpaceX loophole (or maybe a lease loophole that is being used by those companies).
Scout has to offer some sort of financing, right? When they do, it'll be interesting to see who they offer it through. Will they offer it through VW Financial? If so, that might affect those lawsuits against Scout for allegedly violating franchise laws by going DTC. If not, I'm dubious as to whether the rates would be competitive. Rivian uses Chase (or something like that) and when I bought my Rivian, the rates from Chase were legit 2% higher than Navy Federal Credit Union (thanks for your 20 years of service, Pop!).
I would think they would. And I’m for sure checking with our credit union first.
Credit unions are always the better option for financing unless dealer has zero APR specials
There is. Because of the weight it qualifies as a "heavy" transport/truck and so there are tax advantages (bonus depreciation, commercial clean vehicle credit, etc).
I just checked with my credit union and it’s 3.99% based on 48 months. I don’t think I’ll do better than this rate. However, a zero APR for forum members sounds like a great marketing campaign for Scout
Hey it never hurts to ask! Or a lower interest rate if you reserved before launch.I just checked with my credit union and it’s 3.99% based on 48 months. I don’t think I’ll do better than this rate. However, a zero APR for forum members sounds like a great marketing campaign for Scout
Since Scout is starting from scratch, I doubt they will do any financing themselves. It will certainly be through another lender. If any of you that will be financing your Scout don't already have an account at a local credit union, I suggest you start looking for one soon.
One advantage of the direct-to-consumer model is that they can provide an out-the-door price before you buy. So on the day of purchase you can walk in with a check from the bank/credit union. I did that with my motorcycle and the sales process went much faster that way (and that was at a dealership).
That's the crux of the issue for me. I've had my FJ now for 16 years and still love driving it, despite the gas prices. The R1S was the planned replacement, but they ditched the 2-row option and I couldn't get over the lack of buttons being unsafe. The Scout now looks to be the replacement if they don't screw up the details in the coming year. If they do, I'll just keep driving the FJ since she's likely got another good 250k in her.
Well I have faith in Scout. We don’t even mention screw up’s here Speed! Not gonna happen.
. But yeah I’m waiting for my Traveler or it’s the Jeep.Everyone has personal preferences, so a screw up as judged by my opinionated self doesn't make it official.Well I have faith in Scout. We don’t even mention screw up’s here Speed! Not gonna happen.
Thankfully I have a little voice on my shoulder preaching faith.
Will the initial deliveries be in Blythewood or will Scout deliver to large cities like Charlotte?
I don’t think we actually know for sure. I would hope so, but I want to go to Blythewood for a factory pick up. Scout Mountain!!
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