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So you qualified your initial comment by explaining YOUR situation. While this vehicle may not work for you, in this size/class, the rear door entry and rear seat/leg room is comparable and a non issue (unless you wish to compare it to a vehicle in another class).

Correct. In a vehicle that will compete in size/class (and who knows..maybe price) with the Maverick.

Which card is the right card? We’ve seen pics of the Maverick and know what it’s capability will be based on Escape/Bronco Sport/TC. The Santa Cruz will likely tow more and offers more available power. Also, it has a rear bumper that resembles something that was designed for truck duty. The only cards I can think of at this point is price (Maverick should be less expensive) and Ford truck brand marketability. Keep in mind, exterior design is subjective, but I think both the Mav and SC are attractive.

Yep, this location is ~10 miles from my home. We’ve been there a couple of times, it’s quite a unique experience for a Ford enthusiast.

Although that Bronco Sport isn’t riding on factory stock tires, it’s still impressive.

Thanks for the feedback! Painted black top for my Outer Banks build as well. I think the top will tie in with the painted black grill, so I couldn’t concede to the MIC. I’ve checked out VB on other vehicles as well, like you said, it’s not the same as seeing it on the vehicle you are getting (for example, I like it a lot on the F-150, it doesn’t look great on the Escape).

Thanks for the pics! I ordered Velocity Blue, although mine will be a 2022 model so I have plenty of time to change my mind. What was your opinion of VB on the Bronco after seeing it in person?

Yes, I feel the same, although it’s a personal preference. I opted for the Lux package on the Outer Banks trim which includes the 12” display. Big Bend cannot be optioned with the 12” display, at least for the 2021 MY.

They are?

Good point, could be I suppose. Either way, the rear bumper design is visually unappealing.

Not likely based on the photo posted above. In my opinion, the entire rear bumper on the Maverick is hideous, but I don’t plan on buying one anyway.

Such as this “rumor” related to the 2022 Ranger? “It will use a 2.3-liter turbocharged engine mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission and supported by an electric motor for a combined output of 362 horsepower (270 kilowatts) and 502 pound-feet (680 Newton-meters) of torque.” https://www.motor1.com/news/424683/2022-ford-ranger-rumors/ ....off topic, my bad...Back to Bronco accessories, the aftermarket support for Bronco is going to be phenomenal.

More like...someone donated $1.075M to charity for the privilege to own a 2021 Bronco “First Edition” that is built per the donor’s requested specs (oh and the donation to charity also allows the winning bidder to visit with Dave and the design team).

No different than Fiesta, EcoSport, Bronco, Bronco Sport. We’ve seen the margin between MSRP and “Invoice” decrease for years.

Couldn’t agree more! I have watched several reviews of the BS on YouTube where the vehicle was used as designed (I think @akirby linked a great vid in one of these threads). I was impressed with how the BS made some “difficult” situations seem effortless when the correct drive mode was engaged. Education is key, read the manual.