Climbing Car Suggestions

The Element is nice, but the low clearance is an issue IMO. If you want a true climbing rig, I would look for a 4x4 truck or larger SUV. It sure is nice to be able to load all gear and the dog (if you have one) and be able to sleep in the back.

If you are looking at subs, as a few mentioned briefly before, the 2001-2003 models have been known to have gasket issues. Not a cheep fix. I love my sub though, gets me through anything with 27mpg. Right now in CO it is about $37 to fill up a tank, and I get about 300mi to one tank. I love my sub and have put 191000 on it with only minor repairs (excluding gaskets and maintenance). Truly love this car. I have slept in it comfortably and had no issues. Plenty of room for skis, gear, etc.

Happy Shopping

is that to go back in time and beat everyone to the FAs?
(may have to go waaaaay back to beat beckey though)...

johnL wrote:An awd gmc safari would be a great choice except that it's a GMC product. I've never owned such a shitty repair prone vehicle and I've had some shirt vehicles.

i have had the same experience with my safari. (minus the shirt thing)