Post-apocalyptic transport: Earthroamer XV-JP
Even though Jeep is world-renowned for its mud-plugging potential, that hasn't stopped eager outdoorsman from outfitting the iconic off-roader with every manner of survivalist gear. Some aftermarket manufacturers allow you to do it piece-by-piece, while more die-hard companies give you the full monty, with everything necessary to take on the world and more.
EarthRoamer is just such an outfit, introducing what may very well be the most desirable Wrangler yet. The XV-JP comes equipped with the usual upgraded suspension, winch, high-intensity lighting and other necessities for a serious off-road excursion, but there's more. A complete camping setup, including a tent mounted atop the roof that gives users the choice of three different material choices to match the elements, along with a queen-size bed, a solar power battery backup, an engine-heated hot water tank and a cassette toilet.
Naturally, the setup doesn't come cheap, jumping the six-figure mark for the full outfit. More information is available at EarthRoamer's website, here.
[Source: EarthRoamer via Winding Road]
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Avinash machado 12:32PM (7/07/2007)
Hope the environmentalists do not find out about it.
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Eisenfaust 1:19PM (7/07/2007)
And sadly, such an outfit really wouldnt be all that useful except, maybe, in north america.
The rest of the world relies on toyotas for overlanding. The Land Cruiser and HiLux, mostly. Parts are everywhere, everyone knows how to fix them when they break (and things will always break), and the wide availability of diesel motors makes for a much more compact fuel load over land.
I imagine taking a safari in a Wrangler would be cool, but I dont think the local mechanics would be able to help you much if you needed it.
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SHOTT3R 2:58PM (7/07/2007)
Land Rover Safari yawns loudly and keeps on about its regular business
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Barney 5:46PM (7/07/2007)
Looks like it could be top heavy and I'm not sure I would take it off level ground.
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Frick 5:58PM (7/07/2007)
six figures for putting a tent on top of your jeep? are they insane?
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Barney 9:48PM (7/07/2007)
Actually their web site indicates the whole vehicle is included. The package is "built on" a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4WD Rubicon.
... 8:41PM (7/07/2007)
god knows this will soon be a necessity for all americans to have these on their SUVs as a new "safety feature"
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thesawzall 11:41PM (7/07/2007)
At six figures I'd be afraid to take it to the very places it's meant to go.
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Guenther 11:50PM (7/07/2007)
In concept, its nothing new. Looks sort of cool. Compared to the other Earthroamer offerings, this is cheap.
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Morrinn 6:28AM (7/09/2007)
What a Willys/Wrangler needs are (at least) 38 inch tires and a small block chevy... and that's pretty much it. A winch might be nice though.
As for Eisenfaust implying that a Wrangler is in any way, shape or form a complex bit of automotive machinery, I'd like a hit of what he's smoking please!
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