So, sell me on the H3....

[H3Shopper]

Okay, actually some thoughtful responses there, and thanks for those. The "if you're hesitating, then its not for you" responses were worthless. I don't drive a car based on what other people think of it....I drive it because it satisfies MY needs.

I admit, I'm looking for the perfect vehicle for me. I need some serious off-road capability (although not Moab serious), but I also practically live in the car during the week. So, yeah, the little things are important to me.

While the H3 seems like the best candidate so far, it is hardly perfect.

The 1999 GC was perfect for me, but they destroyed it over the years. I don't even like the 2004 models, because they made the seats too cushy, and the power steering over corrects and feels mushy. The 2005 is right out -- the cheap plastic they used on the dash and doors is an absolute no go.

I'm encouraged by the towing ability discussed above. If the H3 was available in a tubo diesel today, then I would already be signing the papers....