New Scout Traveler Concept Added - Mountainside Theme

[merrelljohnson]

I do like it without the rear tire carrier, but despite my protestations about “standard with a spare” conversation, I would have to have a full-sized spare, so if it can’t be mounted underneath, I would have to compromise with the rear tire carrier.

Definitely thought about it. Practically, not sure if it would work having to swing the big boy out to put stuff in especially if in a tight space.

 

[merrelljohnson]

They had to roll this version out so they could upcharge us for the spare tire carrier!

That rep told me “there will be an up charge for that.” At least a dozen times. And when I read your post, I heard her voice. Country as cornbread in an iron skillet.

 

[merrelljohnson]

So I took a swing at some personal touch changes for my ideal Scout. The Mountainside is still too tall and off-road oriented for my needs. I changed the ride height to what I envisioned as the aero/street setting on air suspension. I changed the wheels to 20” with 285/60R20 Michelin Defender tires just like the actual concept. The front and rear bumpers drew on inspiration from the stock Scout II bumper style lines. They are smooth and aerodynamic. Recovery points and faux skid plates are removed. The Morning Dusk color is the same because it’s fantastic. Inside I made some changes as well. I changed out the wood accents to Black Walnut which is native to South Carolina. The leather is what I call Cobblestone. I drew inspiration from the color of Charleston’s cobblestone streets. They are a mottled gray/brown/taupe depending on the lighting. I think this interior would also transform based on lighting. The tweed is the same. The houndstooth headliner is just a little bit darker. Let me know your thoughts!

I wonder how much it would cost to create a seperate panel centering the plate for models without the backpack so that it doesn’t look like we got the poverty level trim?

Or does anyone have a large 3D printer?

 

[SpaceEVDriver]

Definitely thought about it. Practically, not sure if it would work having to swing the big boy out to put stuff in especially if in a tight space.

With the unfortunate placement of the charge port in the rear, it would mean not being able to get into the back cargo area of the vehicle when it’s charging. That’s a huge negative to us.