[NorCalAthlete]

Originally Posted by Efthreeoh

Done deal. 2-Door Black Diamond Edition. I'm in!

Not sure If I'll go with the 'Squatch package. I like the black steel wheels of the Black Diamond Edition.

I’m probably going to go with just the 33s, I’m more interested in overlanding type stuff than crawling. 4 door, and I want the “antimatter blue” color. So badlands, 2.7L, Auto, Lux Package.

It IS tempting to just shift to the Wildtrak + Lux though.

[Efthreeoh]

Originally Posted by NorCalAthlete

I’m probably going to go with just the 33s, I’m more interested in overlanding type stuff than crawling. 4 door, and I want the “antimatter blue” color. So badlands, 2.7L, Auto, Lux Package.

It IS tempting to just shift to the Wildtrak + Lux though.

The detail pic of the manual trans shows a screwed on plate that says:

Designed & Engineered
.............F O R D
..In Dearborn, MI USA

Hope they keep it for production.

[W///]

Ok now I'm thinking the 4 door is pretty cool too:

[TSM330i]

Configurator is now live!
https://shop.ford.com/configure/bron...p-bb-bp-bronco

[Efthreeoh]

Originally Posted by TSM330i

Configurator is now live!
https://shop.ford.com/configure/bron...p-bb-bp-bronco

As configured: Black Diamond w/ sound insulation, class II hitch, tube door kit ...

[flybigjet]

Confused about the roof options on the four-door-- I see the Molded-In-Color (MIC) listed, as well as sound insulation for same. I'm assuming that this roof is detachable.

But, what is the stock (i.e. non-MIC) roof? I think it's a canvas soft-top? But I'm not certain.

Any ideas?

[dreamingat30fps]

I'm disappointed those doors with the little windows didn't make it into production. For some reason I feel it made the car look much better. I still like it though, would totally get this over a wrangler... but then I'm not a big wrangler fan.

[Efthreeoh]

Originally Posted by flybigjet

Confused about the roof options on the four-door-- I see the Molded-In-Color (MIC) listed, as well as sound insulation for same. I'm assuming that this roof is detachable.

But, what is the stock (i.e. non-MIC) roof? I think it's a canvas soft-top? But I'm not certain.

Any ideas?

The 2-door comes standard with removeable hard tops. The 4-door comes standard with soft tops. The 2-door can be optioned with soft tops and the 4-door can be optioned with hard tops.

Hard tops for both models can be optioned with sound insulation.

[Dog Face Pony Soldier]

I thought I'd choose a loaded-out Wildtrak but I don't like brown interiors; so I'd choose an Outer Banks so at least the interior is gray and blue. After delivery I'd remove and sell off the running boards the Outer Banks has standard. I do like how the Wildtrak blacks-out the 'power dome' hood, but I could recreate that look myself after delivery.

Active Cruise Control and premium sound system makes the Lux Package a requirement.

There's no mention of the leather-power seats having preset memory, so I'd save the $2195 and stick with the cloth-manual seats. If it turns out there is preset memory I'd pony up for this option.

While I wouldn't need the Sasquatch Package, it really makes this vehicle. I'd choose it even though it isn't cheap. I wouldn't be choosing any bash plates or special bumpers.

Just like my last four cars were gray; I'd choose Carbonized Gray.

$55,865

[flybigjet]

If..... IF my much-loved MT Element ever gives up the ghost, I'd have to go here:

Badlands Edition, 4-doors, MANUAL TRANSMISSION, Lux package, tow kit, hard-top w/ insulation. In Cyber Orange, of course.

From what I can figure out, the Badlands is the only way to get a MT with the Lux package.

At $55k, it would *hurt*, but it would also be a hoot to drive.

(Please God, don't let my Element blow up!)

[Efthreeoh]

Originally Posted by NorCalAthlete

ANSWERING THE CALL OF ENTHUSIASTS, BRONCO BRAND EXPANDS SASQUATCH PACKAGE TO MODELS WITH 7-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Interesting though, as the configurator shows the 'Squatch Package is only available with the 10-sp automatic trans. I guess we'll have to wait until December when the real ordering process is available.

It's a tough call for me because I want the vinyl interior and rubber floors which only the Badlands and Black Diamond have. The Badlands has some of the stuff I like to have such as the 4.7 diff ratio and a locking front diff. Locking front diff and 4.7 ratio can only be had in the Black Diamond if you order the Sasquatch package, which as of now requires the automatic trans.

[Efthreeoh]

Originally Posted by stein_325i

2021 Ford Bronco Delayed, Not Coming until Next Summer

The reactions of the members of the Bronco Forums seem to not be upset over the news. I think it is no surprise once Ford announced the B&P for the New Bronco was going to be updated in January. It wouldn't make sense to start ordering New Broncos in December 2020, when the B&P on Ford's website was due for an update in January 2021.

[KenB925]

Bummer, I am stacking miles on my Raptor right now waiting for the Bronco.

[supra93]

https://www.autoblog.com/2021/02/03/...f-the-hammers/

[supra93]

https://www.autoblog.com/2021/02/02/...on-spy-photos/

[supra93]

[supra93]

https://www.motor1.com/news/493559/f...-flares-spied/

[60_Driver]

I can’t wait to see the new full size Bronco in person. The baby Broncos I’ve seen in the wild seemed pretty disappointing. My father placed a refundable deposit on a 2 door badlands trim. Hoping he doesn’t back out!

[The J-Man]

Originally Posted by 60_Driver

I can’t wait to see the new full size Bronco in person. The baby Broncos I’ve seen in the wild seemed pretty disappointing. My father placed a refundable deposit on a 2 door badlands trim. Hoping he doesn’t back out!

Yeah I’ve seen a few Bronco Sports. They looked so plasticky, cheap and weak. I hope the full size turns out better.

[chenry]

Originally Posted by The J-Man

Yeah I’ve seen a few Bronco Sports. They looked so plasticky, cheap and weak. I hope the full size turns out better.

+1

[60_Driver]

When I learned the Sport is based on the Escape I just couldn’t unsee it.

[supra93]

There’s little doubt that the manual transmission is dying, but it won’t go the way of the Dodo just yet.

Shortly after it was announced that Ford has secured over 125,000 orders for the 2021 Bronco, the automaker’s design strategy director, Ryan McManus, revealed that 18 per cent of orders have been for models with the available six-speed manual transmission.

What makes this take rate for the manual Bronco particularly impressive is the fact that the stick shift is only available on models with the less popular and less powerful 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, rather than the 2.7-liter twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6. Had the manual also been offered for the V6, we suspect the take rate for the manual might have been even higher.

Ford is obviously willing to give its customers what they want. When the new Bronco was first announced, the car manufacturer said that the hardcore Sasquatch off-road package, complete with massive 35-inch tires, would only be available with the 10-speed automatic transmission. However, after an online petition calling for the Sasquatch package to also be offered with the seven-speed manual, Ford relented and made it happen.

Given the off-road-focused nature of the new Bronco, it’s not a huge surprise that many shoppers want the stick shift. After all, for those who want to venture off the beaten path, having a manual can make crossing difficult terrain at slow speeds that little bit easier.

https://www.carscoops.com/2021/03/al...anual-gearbox/