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Old 08-31-2016, 01:42 PM   #11
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Few of my friends do won ER type of vehicle and they regret getting it because of it's side they are just to big especially when you try to drive thru some tight spaces. Also IMO they are way overpriced but that's just what I think

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Old 09-01-2016, 06:45 AM   #12
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Personally I think they are way overpriced and too big. There is one parked at my storage facility (white with silver wheels so not one of the newest) and it really hasn't aged that well. Lengthwise it isn't too large and in fact I was surprised how short it was (LTX with double cab), however the height is just way to high IMO. For that kind of money and size I would buy a Blissmobil ($500K) or Earthcruiser ($250K) based on a Fuso.

Also, the interior might look nice in the pictures but the layout doesn't provide a lot of windows for looking at the view where you are parked. Sure you hopefully spend more time outside but in contrast to a Sprinter SMB with side door open, rear doors open and windows on the passenger and driver rear quarter it is really airy and wide open. Not to mention when all closed up a Sprinter looks like an executive limo not a zombi invasion survival vehicle.
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Old 09-01-2016, 08:29 AM   #13
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My dream vehicle is an Earthcruiser built on an Iveco chassis. Unfortunately that's not an option in the US.

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Old 09-01-2016, 08:45 AM   #14
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My dream vehicle is an Earthcruiser built on an Iveco chassis. Unfortunately that's not an option in the US.
Now you're talkin' Tapatio! Those things are just amazing. I haven't seen the inside but astoundingly capable.

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Old 09-01-2016, 09:12 AM   #15
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Now you're talkin' Tapatio! Those things are just amazing. I haven't seen the inside but astoundingly capable.

Yes, if you're gonna spend ER money, and have something ER big, I'd want something far more capable offroad than a Ford F450. Man, Kamaz, Iveco, etc.
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The Iveco interior is really nice. They have posted pictures on their website that show the interior with 4 swivel seats in the cab plus the camper section that has the typical Earthcruiser layout. Very nice setup.
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Or, at the other end of the spectrum, if you want to be truck-based and a LOT smaller, EarthCruiser now has the Gazelle/GZL.
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Or, at the other end of the spectrum, if you want to be truck-based and a LOT smaller, EarthCruiser now has the Gazelle/GZL.
I like those, quick and easy solution for a mere $35k. Plus the truck.
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Old 09-01-2016, 04:15 PM   #19
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Bahn Composites makes some nice truck-based stuff, as well. A bit larger, a bit more money. Very functional; very pretty.
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Old 09-01-2016, 05:12 PM   #20
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Agree with above. I've spent considerable time dragging shrubbery/cactus/trees down the sides of my van. No way a ER would fit.

Also, they get stuck on muddy grass fields:

https://youtu.be/roHHWduRx4M
Wrong tires for that terrain
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