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Old 06-21-2013, 01:34 AM   #20 (permalink)
UltArc
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Originally Posted by samwichse View Post
I'm surprised no one's said it yet, but I say:

Ditch the roof cargo box idea completely. It's aerodynamic suicide and trust me they're not very convenient to use. If you need a separate place for your wet campsite stuff just throw a 25-40 gallon big tupperware bin in the back.

I vote for the Subaru Forester option for more off roading, Impreza hatch option if you want better gas mileage (obviously both are 4wd).

Sam
AWD, unfortunately. Imprezas do get surprisingly good fuel economy, though.

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Originally Posted by LeanBurn View Post
My vote is for a reliable 4 cy minivan like the Toyota Sienna. Cavernous inside, room for everything to be kept inside while you sleep outstretched in comfort in all kinds of weather. Excellent fuel economy for the size, low attention getter and nice ride. If you absolutely needed more space a rear mounted hitch-box would deliver. It has decent handling and will be very reliable.
I would suggest the MP5 first, with a standard.
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