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Originally Posted by d0sitmatr
Ive actually given this a lot of thought, and I would have to say it would be 1 of two vehicles.
top pick for me, hummer H1 diesel.
yes, I know it gets crap for mileage... BUT, its bio-diesel convertible and if we're talking a wasteland, end of civilization as we know it, scenario. I cant think of any other vehicle Id rather be driving if I need to run down some zombies or something along those lines 
plus, it has more than enough room for those supplies mentioned, along with more than enough towing power to haul a decent sized trailer.
if that isnt the scenario and we're just talking a single vehicle to drive/own/repair, it would have to be a Subaru Outback (sorry mazda protege5 !)
the AWD would def come in handy, it can haul a decent sized trailer, and Im pretty sure there are quite a few things to increase its mileage. there might even be (havent looked into it) a diesel engine that would work. if so, well, another bio conversion would be in store  |
The self reliance of the bio-diesel idea is appealing to me, but the more I read about it the more it seems like it will still be a ton of work for an individual to produce and really come out ahead. Unless they have a farm with equipment and the ability/need to grow crops and produce huge batches of the stuff. (Seems like most fast food restaurants are reclaiming their waste vegetable oil so that's not a real long term option. And certainly not one everyone can pursue, as there isn't enough waste oil.)
I'm leaning towards the first generation Honda Insight these days. Maybe ultimately swapping in a small diesel and EV option.
If the zombies invade we'll mount a 50 cal on your hummer and mow them down. We can take my fuel sipper when we take the family out for a picnic.
Just ad a hitch + small trailer + several bales of hay for them to sit on.
Meh-- might as well just get a Horse and wagon. Self Replicating Transportation for the WIN
