Why all the SUV's and Trucks? (Phoenix, Scottsdale: motorhomes, shop, moving)

[azriverfan.]

Originally Posted by Steve-o

Let em laugh, I aint the retard that bought a 50K Hummer just to say I have a Hummer (like some of them do). Ill take the Pepsi challenge with those strokes anyday, and beat em in all but one category: off-roading, which they never do anyways.

I completely agre. The novelty of having a Hummer was that it was a rare large ex-Desert Storm vehicle that stood out and provided a tough guy image; it also didn't hurt that Arnold bought one in the 90's and revolutionized it into a common street vehicle. The first H1's drew a lot of attention. The H2's were also cool at first because they had the bling factor and that Escalade like appeal to them. The H3 was just a joke because its basically minivan and defeats the idea of having a Hummer. Plus, the point of having a Hummer was that it stood out and was expensive. Who wants a budget Hummer that is smaller and looks like minivan? Now that they are common, the very reason for having a Hummer no longer exists. They take up a lot of space. They have horrible fuel economy. They are uncomortable to ride in. They are not dependable vehicles. Unlike a truck, you can't really move furniture or use it as a utility vehicle. Even the Escalades drive well and are extremely comfortable.

[Steve-o]

Originally Posted by azriverfan.

The H3 was just a joke because its basically minivan and defeats the idea of having a Hummer

It does decent off-road, but noone I know ever uses them off-road. Theyre just for the masses who say they want a Hummer but cant afford a $90K H1. Instead they settle for a mediocre H3 with a pukey inline 5 cylinder engine. I love it when you see a H3 with HUGE rims on it because theyre soooo slow (slower than the snail-paced stocker) that they cant even get out of their own way. But dang, the owners think theyre the cats meow.

[borborygmi]

Originally Posted by Steve-o

Let em laugh, I aint the retard that bought a 50K Hummer just to say I have a Hummer (like some of them do). Ill take the Pepsi challenge with those strokes anyday, and beat em in all but one category: off-roading, which they never do anyways.

And I'll take any fool in a Hummer who wants a challenge in off-roading, and blow that idiot off the trail with my '85 Jeep CJ-7 that I bought for a cool $3500. Talk about a mean ORV, the old Jeep CJ's are unparalleled. That thing'll kick the tar out of any Hummer made, including the original military-issues Arnold drives around. And for about 45K less.

[Cliff-man]

I haven't read all of the posts in this thread, so I don't know if anybody mentioned this yet, but many people bought large SUVs for their businesses because the Fed Gov was allowing a full deduction in the first year for such purchases. If you bought a smaller vehicle you would have to amortize over a number of years.

[Steve-o]

Originally Posted by borborygmi

And I'll take any fool in a Hummer who wants a challenge in off-roading, and blow that idiot off the trail with my '85 Jeep CJ-7 that I bought for a cool $3500. Talk about a mean ORV, the old Jeep CJ's are unparalleled. That thing'll kick the tar out of any Hummer made, including the original military-issues Arnold drives around. And for about 45K less.

Absolutely. You see, you actually know what youre talking about and actually use your vehicle the right way. Anyone knows a 3 ton, long wheelbase, wide vehicle is HELL on trails. Wanna know what the best off-roader is? A Suzuki Samurai with a 350 ci small block. Buddy of mine has one and that thing goes where even some modded CJs fear to tread, its a beast. Has about 10" of lift and sits on 36" Super Swampers, its a force to be reckoned with. Some laugh at it until they see what it can do at Cliffs Insane Terrain park here in IL. Fun little ride that thing is!

[43north87west]

Originally Posted by dbean

Have only been in PHX for a month, but have noticed an abundance of SUV's and giant pickups, usually 2-3 feet off the ground (large tires w/ lift kits).

My question is....why?

Of course ignoring the fact fact that some people have large families and jobs that require trucks.

If gas-gusslers would become less popular, the demand for oil would plumit, along with the prices.

Please, I'm not wanting to start an argument, but just want to hear some peoples reasonings.

I'll also go with the theory that a great percentage are operated by people who are making up for some "shortcomings" elsewhere.

Observe how most of the aforementioned vehicles are operated while on-road, and this theory proves itself. Especially the ones that are festooned with the most outrageously sized accessories, tires, and exhaust systems.

Standard disclaimer about some people needing trucks for work or to access remote property, blah blah blah.

[43north87west]

Originally Posted by Chowhound

If you guys think that what you see in AZ is bad, try taking a drive around So Cal. You see all kinds of cars with huge rims bumping sounds and it's some kid driving. Either Daddy hooked him up or he's sitting on milk crates for furniture. People are trying to bling way too much. Kinda sad really

Especially a year down the road when he's worn out his $1500 tires and is riding on three donut spares. I've seen that too many times to even notice anymore...

[artvandelay]

You can get a monster vehicle now at bargain prices. I just bought a '99 Canyonero from Rainier Wolfcastle for $1500. When I asked him what mileage it gets, he replied "one highway, zero city".

[Finger Laker]

Can you name the truck with four wheel drive,
smells like a steak and seats thirty-five..

Canyonero! Canyonero!

Well, it goes real slow with the hammer down,
It's the country-fried truck endorsed by a clown!

Canyonero! (Yah!) Canyonero!
[Krusty:] Hey Hey

The Federal Highway comission has ruled the
Canyonero unsafe for highway or city driving.

Canyonero!

12 yards long, 2 lanes wide,
65 tons of American Pride!

Canyonero! Canyonero!

Top of the line in utility sports,
Unexplained fires are a matter for the courts!

Canyonero! Canyonero! (Yah!)

She blinds everybody with her super high beams,
She's a squirrel crushing, deer smacking, driving machine!

Canyonero!-oh woah, Canyonero! (Yah!)

Drive Canyonero!

Woah Canyonero!

Woah!

nice

[MaxPower123]

Originally Posted by artvandelay

You can get a monster vehicle now at bargain prices. I just bought a '99 Canyonero from Rainier Wolfcastle for $1500. When I asked him what mileage it gets, he replied "one highway, zero city".

Those are awesome. I heard the next model will include its own refinery.