Everything you need to write about RUFUS RETROISTICS and the Outpost.
RUFUS RETROISTICS is an Arizona startup building the Outpost, a 16 ft camper van with a standard pop-top and a full mechanical 4x4. Inspired by the Soviet UAZ "Bukhanka" and classic Westfalia campers, the Outpost is designed around right to repair: physical controls, standard parts, published manuals, and over 250 accessories sold one at a time. Target pricing starts at $31,900.
| Company | RUFUS RETROISTICS |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2026, Laveen, Arizona |
| Founder | Bailey |
| Product | Outpost camper van |
| Status | Phase 0: design and reservations |
| Tiers | Post, Camp, Fort (target $31,900 / $38,900 / $46,900) |
| Engines | Turbo inline 4, THE HALO ENGINE (300 Six), V6, V8 planned |
| Key specs | 16 ft long, mechanical 4x4, doghouse mid-engine, pop-top standard, sleeps 4, seats up to 6 |
| Website | rufusretroistics.com |
Official renders are coming. Please don't use the inspiration photo on our home page as an image of the Outpost.
