1974 IHC Scout II review from North America
"Bring back the Scout II with a modern engine!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Warranty replacement of alternator.
Recall for a front suspension modification to fix an occasional feedback hopping.
General comments?
I loved our Scout II! They just don't make them like that anymore. Clean, functional, no-nonsense, form-following-function design. It sat 5 comfortably and 6 in a pinch. Plenty of cargo room. The reason we didn't keep it longer was that we didn't notice one of the items on the equipment list: a 4.54 axle ratio! Thank goodness for the 55 mph speed limit because 65 mph was completely wrapped out. Consequently the thing drank gas. It was a great vehicle, but the stump puller axle ratio wasn't what we needed for traveling.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1974 |
| First year of ownership | 1974 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1976 |
| Engine and transmission | 256 cubic inch straight-6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 25000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Vega |
| Date of Entry | 18th July, 2007 |