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When will auto companies see the need for minitrucks?

 
Minitruckchopper Minitruckchopper
New User | Posts: 5 | Joined: 06/09
Posted: 06/11/09
12:04 PM

I've been wondering when the Auto companies of the world will release true Minitrucks again? I know Ford still makes the Ranger and a few other companies make what can still be considered "Minitrucks". Some companies have continually made their trucks bigger and bigger. The need for a small 4 cylinder minitruck with out all of the frills is still something that is in demand. I along with many others would love to see some smaller affordable minitrucks back on the market. I think it is time to make our voices heard.  Later Josh  

 
Monica. Monica.
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Posted: 06/11/09
02:12 PM

agreed. Seems crazy that with today's push for efficiency, trucks are getting bigger and bigger. I think our days of true mini trucks are over, and if something of that size emerges, it'll be more car-like. Sad sad sad. Wonder if Mahindra is still planning on bringing their truck over. If so, it's still going to be too expensive.  

 
burnzya burnzya
Moderator | Posts: 940 | Joined: 10/07
Posted: 06/11/09
08:17 PM

i've been waiting to see them mahindra's...... i hate that any "pickup" stlye small vehicles are based on front wheel drive platforms.  

 
REDs auto news REDs auto news
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Posted: 06/11/09
09:00 PM

the mid size truck is the new mini truck...lol  

 
Monica. Monica.
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Posted: 06/12/09
02:16 PM

so if we could bring back any true mini truck, what would we choose?  

 
WireNut83 WireNut83
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Posted: 06/12/09
03:04 PM

i think the mazda b series or the s10's should be the one to make the come back mostly just because the ease of building and wide part availblity. chevy tried to help us i dont know if the colorado is a mini or mid size.  
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Monica. Monica.
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Posted: 06/12/09
03:06 PM

I think the Colorado killed GM      

 
burnzya burnzya
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Posted: 06/13/09
07:16 PM

my vote naturally goes to Toyota! I'm sure deep down every s-10 owner wants an old Hilux!   right, Monica?  

 
Minitruckchopper Minitruckchopper
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Posted: 06/14/09
06:16 PM

I hate to think that the small pick up trucks will be built on a front wheel drive platform too. But i'm sure as everything goes someone and or some company will make those trucks look cool and offer aftermarket parts. I may get some slack from everyone but I always thought the Volkswagon truck looked cool. That truck is  front wheel drive and was also offered with a diesel engine. As far as a custom suspension for the VW truck I guess you are limited. However, I have seen          uni-bodydropped  import cars. Just some food for thought.  

 
burnzya burnzya
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Posted: 06/14/09
09:54 PM

i seen a old minicooper truck at a show a few weeks back. would be sweet to see one on bags.  

 
Monica. Monica.
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Posted: 06/15/09
04:56 PM

burnzya:
my vote naturally goes to Toyota! I'm sure deep down every s-10 owner wants an old Hilux!   right, Monica?

yes!  

 
freak5584 freak5584
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Posted: 06/25/09
10:50 AM

the old nissan or datsun would be sweet
 

 
Monica. Monica.
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Posted: 06/26/09
11:30 AM

of course!  

 

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