The Grenadier....

[El-Dracho]

Update on US deliveries of the Grenadier. The dealer network has been announced and production for the US has started. I don't know about other dealerships but here is Chicago they have over 500 orders on the books (I don't know if they will all follow through) and mine is one of the 50 they have in production and assigned a VIN. Still don't know when it will be delivered but will be late 2023 or early 2024 I expect.

Delivery in the US is underway, isn't it? Have you already received your Grenadier and what are your first experiences with it?

 

[Ragman]

Delivery in the US is underway, isn't it? Have you already received your Grenadier and what are your first experiences with it?

I will pick it up in the next couple of weeks, it is at the Chicago dealership and they just told me all the PDI work has been done. Sadly none of the accessories have arrived and it is still impacted by the NA towing software issues, but at least I can start the break-in procedures and have them handle any issue when I take it back to get those items installed/sorted.

 

[El-Dracho]

Delivery in the US is underway, isn't it? Have you already received your Grenadier and what are your first experiences with it?

I will pick it up in the next couple of weeks, it is at the Chicago dealership and they just told me all the PDI work has been done. Sadly none of the accessories have arrived and it is still impacted by the NA towing software issues, but at least I can start the break-in procedures and have them handle any issue when I take it back to get those items installed/sorted.

Thanks. NA towing software issues?

 

[Ragman]

Thanks. NA towing software issues?

INEOS has removed all hitches for US vehicles due to a software issue that, I believe, impacts the trailer lighting. We are waiting for resolution but INEOS is giving the tow package for free to everyone who ordered due to the hassle. Once resolved they will reinstall the hitches.

 

[El-Dracho]

Thanks. NA towing software issues?

INEOS has removed all hitches for US vehicles due to a software issue that, I believe, impacts the trailer lighting. We are waiting for resolution but INEOS is giving the tow package for free to everyone who ordered due to the hassle. Once resolved they will reinstall the hitches.

Understand, thanks for the explanation.

 

[Ragman]

Picked up the Grenadier last week and put up a video just talking about why I ended up pulling the trigger and getting one despite my long-time car buying rules. If anyone wants to have a look at it I will post it below. I think , bottom line, it is a bit of a punt as to how well INEOS accomplished their goals but the philosophy of the company really hit on a lot of my views on car design. So let the adventure begin!

 

[El-Dracho]

Picked up the Grenadier last week and put up a video just talking about why I ended up pulling the trigger and getting one despite my long-time car buying rules. If anyone wants to have a look at it I will post it below. I think , bottom line, it is a bit of a punt as to how well INEOS accomplished their goals but the philosophy of the company really hit on a lot of my views on car design. So let the adventure begin!

Congrats and thanks for sharing your thoughts and first impressions. Enjoy the upcoming adventures with your new rig.

 

[CR-Venturer]

I hope some day I can afford one. Absolutely love the Grenadier and the philosophy behind it. Incidentally, Toyota recently announced they're releasing a brand new $10,000 modular pickup truck aimed at business and trades use, however one of their concept art pieces showed a pretty sick overland style build, so to say I'm excited about it is an understatement.

 

[genocache]

I was watching Jimmy Kimmel last night doing the man on the street sthick and a Grenadier stopped for the light behind them.

 

[wigsajumper]

I hope some day I can afford one. Absolutely love the Grenadier and the philosophy behind it. Incidentally, Toyota recently announced they're releasing a brand new $10,000 modular pickup truck aimed at business and trades use, however one of their concept art pieces showed a pretty sick overland style build, so to say I'm excited about it is an understatement.

Looks exactly what I want in a pickup but I would be SHOCKED if it makes it to the States.

 

[CR-Venturer]

Looks exactly what I want in a pickup but I would be SHOCKED if it makes it to the States.

Right? Seems like we never get the really awesome stuff in the NA market, which is lame and annoying. I guess we'll wait and see.

 

[Arailt]

Picked up the Grenadier last week and put up a video just talking about why I ended up pulling the trigger and getting one despite my long-time car buying rules. If anyone wants to have a look at it I will post it below. I think , bottom line, it is a bit of a punt as to how well INEOS accomplished their goals but the philosophy of the company really hit on a lot of my views on car design. So let the adventure begin!

Thank you for sharing!

I saw my first Grenadier in Plano the other day. It's cool seeing them in the wild.

 

[Hapkijo]

Would love seeing one of these in the wild, doubt I would ever get one, but it is interesting.

 

[El-Dracho]

Just curious. @Ragman Any news on your Grenadier? How does it drive?

 

[Ragman]

Just curious. @Ragman Any news on your Grenadier? How does it drive?

Sorry, I just saw this. I was in love with the vehicle (with the exception of fuel consumption) right through our trip to Baja (video on the channel). Sadly because we got backed into there was a waterfall of issues that lead to it having to be hauled from Cabo to San Diego dealer. This was early May and it is still there. We are hoping to get the Mexican insurance sorted out this week and get it fixed up for the next adventure.

 

[Tundracamper]

Sorry, I just saw this. I was in love with the vehicle (with the exception of fuel consumption) right through our trip to Baja (video on the channel). Sadly because we got backed into there was a waterfall of issues that lead to it having to be hauled from Cabo to San Diego dealer. This was early May and it is still there. We are hoping to get the Mexican insurance sorted out this week and get it fixed up for the next adventure.

Yowza! Four months at the dealer? That’s enough to put a bad taste in anyone’s mouth!