Crosslander
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BMAN
Adventurer
Any new news? I have been patiently waiting to check one out since originally promised in '02. I have, while waiting, purchased and gotten rid of an '04 Sequoia and purchased and nearly built an '85 LC 60 series.
I't's been a long time coming and Believe it or not I'm still interested. Guess I a glutton for punishment.
I't's been a long time coming and Believe it or not I'm still interested. Guess I a glutton for punishment.
flyingwil
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It's odd... their wesite (http://www.crosslander4x4.com/) says more info coming soon, and other sites say Early 2006 now.
Man, I know you guys hate that engine, but my dad had a ranger forever, and that think kicked....no it wasnt a rocket off the start line, but it had grunt. I agree with Nullifier on this...Also, I guess Im used to not haveing tons of highway power with my 3.slow in my 4runner. But at the same time, the 3.0 has more than enough power and torque offroad, which is where I want it to be. I could care less about the highway. I love this thing, and if I had the money, Id be all over it....the fact that it doesnt have carpet is also a plus to me...easier to clean
anyway...thats my thinkin.
anyway...thats my thinkin.
BMAN
Adventurer
Truth is... I dig this thing. I really can't wait to get my ass in one for some test drivin'. We traded in the wifes Sequoia about 5 months ago for an Audi A6 and for the past month she's been dropping truck hints all over me. The problem is that we drive close to 600 miles a week commuting (we carpool) and the 13MPG the Sequoia got vs. 22-24mpg we get in the Audi just isn't even fair. Now if I could score abou 20 avg with one of these... I might...uh...uhm, SHE might have herself a new daily driver. Wink Wink
Scott Brady
Founder
CROSS LANDER TO FILE A DISPUTE AGAINST THE COUNTRY OF ROMANIA
PURSUANT TO THE BILATERAL INVESTMENT TREATY
BETWEEN ROMANIA AND THE UNITED STATES
Miami, Florida, March 30, 2006 —Cross Lander USA announced today its intent to file a dispute against the country of Romania pursuant to the Bilateral Investment Treaty between Romania and the United States. Cross Lander took this action after coming to the conclusion it had no viable alternative left to protect its interest on the investment made in the Aro automotive factory in Campulung, Romania.
From the beginning of this business venture Cross Lander contends that it has been subjected to a continuous barrage of attacks. The alleged opponents include former and active officials of the Romanian government, former head of internal security, AVAS officials and sensationalist reporters.
These individuals have reportedly combined efforts to discredit Cross Lander and wrestle away its control of the Aro factory. At the same time, instead of promoting the success of the privatization venture, AVAS and its officials involved in this web of corruption failed to carry out its obligation under the privatization agreement, including the cancellation of a 47 million U.S. dollar budgetary debt.
For quite some time, Cross Lander has abstained from commencing the dispute process in hopes that negotiations with AVAS would be successful. Unfortunately, Cross Lander has determined that further efforts outside of the framework of the Bilateral Investment Treaty provisions would be futile.
Cross Lander executives are very disappointed that this action has been deemed necessary and state that they have done everything to make their agreement and large investment in Romania a success, not only for their company, but also for the country and the people who were employed by Cross Lander. “This is truly a sad day but we had no alternatives for our investors. There are such great opportunities in Romania but, in our opinion, their government is not ready for the world of business as we know it in America,” stated John A. Perez, CEO.
Cross Lander has also announced the official change of its name from Cross Lander to Global Vehicles U.S.A. Incorporated. The company and its charter will stay the same. Only the name will change. The registered brand name "Cross Lander" will be kept by the company for branding future products entering the U.S. market under their umbrella.
Based on Global's future plans, the company will be moving its headquarters to Atlanta, Georgia this summer. This will allow the company to expand their future business plans. There will be more on this exciting announcement to come in the near future.
Global Vehicles U.S.A. Inc. is aggressively seeking exclusive market and sales relations with several international manufacturers wishing to enter the U.S. market. It is Global's intent to exclusively represent an international automotive manufacturer in the U.S. market that possesses very high integrity and appreciates the values of our U.S. network of 150 dealers.
I am one of those 150 dealer that are sad that the Cross Lander is not comming to the USA. The Cross Lander that I am selling is one of two show vehicles that were displayed in Florida at the dealer show. The pictures I took on the beach were from that show. Vehicle number two (the white one) has been shipped to the Bahamas and belongs to an executive that keeps it at his house on the island. Vehicle number one (the silver one) is located at the headquarters in Georgia. I will ship this Cross Lander from Georgia to your overseas location. We can ship it to Mexico, South America, The Carribean anywhere you want it shipped.
This vehicle was imported under “TIB” (Temporary Importation Bond), thus we do not have title, certificate of origin, or Customs Declaration. We are restricted by NHTSA and EPA as to how we dispose of the vehicle. This is why it must be exported from the United States.
PURSUANT TO THE BILATERAL INVESTMENT TREATY
BETWEEN ROMANIA AND THE UNITED STATES
Miami, Florida, March 30, 2006 —Cross Lander USA announced today its intent to file a dispute against the country of Romania pursuant to the Bilateral Investment Treaty between Romania and the United States. Cross Lander took this action after coming to the conclusion it had no viable alternative left to protect its interest on the investment made in the Aro automotive factory in Campulung, Romania.
From the beginning of this business venture Cross Lander contends that it has been subjected to a continuous barrage of attacks. The alleged opponents include former and active officials of the Romanian government, former head of internal security, AVAS officials and sensationalist reporters.
These individuals have reportedly combined efforts to discredit Cross Lander and wrestle away its control of the Aro factory. At the same time, instead of promoting the success of the privatization venture, AVAS and its officials involved in this web of corruption failed to carry out its obligation under the privatization agreement, including the cancellation of a 47 million U.S. dollar budgetary debt.
For quite some time, Cross Lander has abstained from commencing the dispute process in hopes that negotiations with AVAS would be successful. Unfortunately, Cross Lander has determined that further efforts outside of the framework of the Bilateral Investment Treaty provisions would be futile.
Cross Lander executives are very disappointed that this action has been deemed necessary and state that they have done everything to make their agreement and large investment in Romania a success, not only for their company, but also for the country and the people who were employed by Cross Lander. “This is truly a sad day but we had no alternatives for our investors. There are such great opportunities in Romania but, in our opinion, their government is not ready for the world of business as we know it in America,” stated John A. Perez, CEO.
Cross Lander has also announced the official change of its name from Cross Lander to Global Vehicles U.S.A. Incorporated. The company and its charter will stay the same. Only the name will change. The registered brand name "Cross Lander" will be kept by the company for branding future products entering the U.S. market under their umbrella.
Based on Global's future plans, the company will be moving its headquarters to Atlanta, Georgia this summer. This will allow the company to expand their future business plans. There will be more on this exciting announcement to come in the near future.
Global Vehicles U.S.A. Inc. is aggressively seeking exclusive market and sales relations with several international manufacturers wishing to enter the U.S. market. It is Global's intent to exclusively represent an international automotive manufacturer in the U.S. market that possesses very high integrity and appreciates the values of our U.S. network of 150 dealers.
I am one of those 150 dealer that are sad that the Cross Lander is not comming to the USA. The Cross Lander that I am selling is one of two show vehicles that were displayed in Florida at the dealer show. The pictures I took on the beach were from that show. Vehicle number two (the white one) has been shipped to the Bahamas and belongs to an executive that keeps it at his house on the island. Vehicle number one (the silver one) is located at the headquarters in Georgia. I will ship this Cross Lander from Georgia to your overseas location. We can ship it to Mexico, South America, The Carribean anywhere you want it shipped.
This vehicle was imported under “TIB” (Temporary Importation Bond), thus we do not have title, certificate of origin, or Customs Declaration. We are restricted by NHTSA and EPA as to how we dispose of the vehicle. This is why it must be exported from the United States.
kcowyo
ExPo Original
Hype Central
"Buy it now for $25K!"
The original idea of the Cross Lander was to have a uber equipped SUV, with a diesel engine for under $20K. Sadly, the initial hype was the best thing that came out of this company.
Now the concept and Cross Lander are dead. Has been for several months. I've kept a close eye out on the press releases and company news through a friend here who was the WY dealer for Cross Landers. I have some pics from that Florida demo show as well. The dealerships who invested in this farce really took it in the shorts on this one.
"Buy it now for $25K!"
The original idea of the Cross Lander was to have a uber equipped SUV, with a diesel engine for under $20K. Sadly, the initial hype was the best thing that came out of this company.
Now the concept and Cross Lander are dead. Has been for several months. I've kept a close eye out on the press releases and company news through a friend here who was the WY dealer for Cross Landers. I have some pics from that Florida demo show as well. The dealerships who invested in this farce really took it in the shorts on this one.
AZ_Husker
Observer
This is not surprising nor upsetting to tell you the truth. We aren't going to be missing anything. Anything from the old Soviet-block nations is going to have dismal reliability, workmanship, parts availability, and customer service. What we need is Toyota to bring something similar here to the U.S. Something sripped down and with solid axles and a maximum price of $25,000 with lockers.:victory:
