Changing the engine doesn't really add up to a "new & improved H1". I mean, they've already changed the engine about 4 times: normally aspirated Diesel, Gasser, 6.5L TD, Vortec 8100 experiment, etc.
The H1 was designed in the late 70's and it sure feels like it, too. I wouldn't buy an H1 until they redesign the whole thing, which I don't see happening at all. I think the military is much more likely to start replacing many HMMWVs with lightweight dune-buggy type vehicles, and keeping the current HMMWV for medium duty applications. You know what the army needs? Some urban assault tanks like the Israelis have.
Don't get me wrong, I love the H1 -- always have, always wanted one, until the H2 came out, which is better, I think. It says a lot when the H1 lists for $122,500 and sells new for $70,000.
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