Automan2164 Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 http://blogs.fourwheeler.com/6798834/ed ... index.html Coming soon to Moab !NEW: Mopar Concept Jeeps Posted Today 09:24 AM by John Cappa Filed under: Editorials, John Cappa We just got early word about and some renderings of the Jeeps that Mopar Underground plans to bring to Moab this year. They include Mighty FC (a modern-day forward control Jeep), J-12 (a modern-day Jeep J-Truck), and the Wrangler Apache (modified Wrangler). We'll get the full scoop with images when we get to Moab for Easter Jeep Safari at the end of the month. http://image.fourwheeler.com/f/editoria ... oncept.jpg It's hard to tell from the limited info we can pull from a drawing but we suspect all three vehicles will be based on the current Wrangler chassis and suspension. The Mighty FC looks to have extensive body work to make it a Forward Control. The J-12 looks similar to the Nukizer pickup introduced several years ago in Moab. The Apache could simply be a Wrangler modified with aftermarket bolt on parts, or it could be a window into what could be available on the dealer lot as a factory option. We'll know more when we get to see these vehicles up close. http://image.fourwheeler.com/f/editoria ... oncept.jpg This is what Mopar had to say: Jeep® and Mopar have teamed up once again to produce a selection of concept Jeep vehicles for the 46th annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah. The Jeep Mighty FC concept, Jeep J-12 concept and the Jeep Wrangler Apache are three of six new vehicles that will be shown to enthusiasts in Moab, March 31 - April 8. Look for more on all of these new vehicles later this month. Read more: http://blogs.fourwheeler.com/6798834/ed ... z1ptLbrKc6 Do they really have to dangle an FC in front of us? It was one thing to tease us with the NuKizer, but really? An FC? Rob
dasbulliwagen Posted March 23, 2012 Posted March 23, 2012 We can only hope they are dangling these concepts out there to guage interest in various offshoots of the next redesigned Wrangler platform which will be coming out in the next couple of years. They are also looking at expanding the Jeep factory in Toledo where the Wranglers are built to add volume, and hopefully model offshoots like these. Lets just hope and pray that they are smart enough to keep the things solid axle front and rear, to retain heritage and customability (is that a word?) There seems to be a decent group of people in the company now, so we will see what happens when the time comes.
SW86 Posted March 23, 2012 Posted March 23, 2012 I'm just sick of it. jeeps making a truck, jeeps making a truck. then they take a wrangler and butcher it into a truck! give me a break. now this. ill believe it when i see it on the showroom floor........
Comanche County Posted March 23, 2012 Posted March 23, 2012 Yeah the Wrangler J8 is kinda bad, small cab, small bed. The FC would be the best way to maximize available chassis space and have a decent bed but I doubt they'll be able meet safety requirements with an FC design.
Sir Sam Posted March 23, 2012 Posted March 23, 2012 ........but I doubt they'll be able meet safety requirements with an FC design. Yup.......this is what killed FC vehicle for the US market in 1992. Total phucking pipe dream.
dfreeman616 Posted March 27, 2012 Posted March 27, 2012 perhaps an fc won't be able to hit the safety standards, but there are still fc-style cab forwards on the market that do, and there's also the smartcar that doesn't look like it would, but does meet impact standards. i still doubt it will happen though. or at the least, i'm skeptical.
Motion Offroad Posted March 27, 2012 Posted March 27, 2012 Here is an actual pic of it (and the F-12 concept next to it).
Motion Offroad Posted March 27, 2012 Posted March 27, 2012 More pics here - http://www.autoblog.com/photos/jeep-mighty-fc-concept/#photo-4920687/
Dirteatr717 Posted March 27, 2012 Posted March 27, 2012 I'd sell a kidney to have one of those! I'd sell more than that for a sweet FC!
Comanche County Posted March 28, 2012 Posted March 28, 2012 Unimogs are the offroad kings in the Europa, but I'd rather have the American (and yet better Jeep) counterpart.
Boots Posted March 28, 2012 Posted March 28, 2012 Seriously? They did all that work and didn't even put a real bed on it.... Wtf?
Incommando Posted March 28, 2012 Posted March 28, 2012 It is true to the FC's roots, though. I would drive the crap out of either of those.
johnny quest Posted March 29, 2012 Posted March 29, 2012 i'll take the crewcab :eek: (and yes, its photoshopped, not that we'll be seeing a new FC in any configuration on a showroom floor ever :( )
jpnjim Posted March 29, 2012 Posted March 29, 2012 i'll take the crewcab :eek: (and yes, its photoshopped, not that we'll be seeing a new FC in any configuration on a showroom floor ever :( ) Damn! Put a V8 5 or 6 speed in it, and tell me who to make the check out to! While I'm dreaming, order me up a 10 passenger van like that as well. :D
HOrnbrod Posted March 29, 2012 Posted March 29, 2012 This is the sexiest rear end I've ever seen. I'd buy one in a heartbeat. :drool: Image Not Found
Boots Posted March 29, 2012 Posted March 29, 2012 I think a drop down tail gate would be way more functional.
H3RESQ Posted March 30, 2012 Posted March 30, 2012 Haha, they fit a hanson front bumper on the rear of it.
Motion Offroad Posted March 31, 2012 Posted March 31, 2012 any interior pics out? Yeah here: More pics here - http://www.autoblog.com/photos/jeep-mig ... o-4920687/
SW86 Posted March 31, 2012 Posted March 31, 2012 mmmm coilovers :drool: that thing looks like itd topple over in a heartbeat. id still go unimog too though
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