mikehasak Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 I like to know for sure what the new bronco is gonna look like. I have seen 3 different photos of them and wondered which is which. But I think Ford needs to listen up on what people want to see which I think Ford is lacking. I think a lot of us will say that the 1966-1977 were the best years made and I will agree because of the size and the amazing 4x4 abilities! The turning radius on that particular truck is insane! Please listen and see why the Jeep wranglers are the most wanted 4x4s and so can the Broncos too if you make it right. Broncos do not need to be civilized for the road like your Explorer and Epiditions are. Ugh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
probowler Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 (edited) Well none of the pictures you have seen on the internet will look like it... that's for sure. I think Ford's best bet is to go Mid-Size. Right between the teeny Original: Small enough to squeeze through tight trails, but big enough to still accommodate those coming from a FSB. Even if the current Bronco isn't as road-mannered as the Explorer or Expedition, I imagine it will be a huge upgrade over the old ones.... just because of the almost 20 years that have passed since production ended. Which reminds me, Next year is the 20-year Anniversary (Memorial?) of the BRONCO Ooooh, that also marks the 50 year point since 1966. Edited March 16, 2015 by probowler 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr.johnod Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 Take a page from Wrangler, then make it better. It won't be cheap,but longevity will make it pay off! Look how long the wrangler runs last. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 Making a Bronco that only appeals to a tiny group of enthusiasts probably isn't in the cards. They were able to make a new Mustang that appeals broadly to Mustang enthusiasts (but not all of them) and the masses as well. That's what I expect but you won't see any pictures until Ford decides to show a new concept. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lastmanstanding Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 I would love to see a small retro Bronco....... but I think it will be a bigger model to carry more stuff........... meaning people and whatever they want to jam in the back......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherminator98 Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 I'm expecting the Bronco to top out at around 190" in overall length 4 Door Wrangler is 184inches long The Edge is 188 inches long Explorer is 200in long or a little shorter (198?) It would keep it a mid-sized SUV in relation to the Expedition, which is RWD also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YT90SC Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 Google "Ford Everest". There is your "Bronco". Its already a global Ranger based SUV. Rebadge and transplant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbone Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 Google "Ford Everest". There is your "Bronco". Its already a global Ranger based SUV. Rebadge and transplant. I'm anticipating you are completely wrong on this. At least I hope so anyway. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 Rebadge and transplant wouldn't take this long nor would it fit with Ford's recent design directions with Mustang and the GT. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joihan777 Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 Howdy everyone, long time no post. I am currently "in the market" for a small 4x4 that can get me to work in nearly all weather conditions - blizzards to fun & sun. I am leaning HEAVY towards a JL Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara (mostly due to auto 4x4 mode on transfer case). I plan on buying by this winter, but I may hold out if Ford's Bronco is a viable option. Any likely introduction dates yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 Nothing from Ford for at least the next 12-18 months. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-150 Posted April 30, 2018 Share Posted April 30, 2018 Rebadge and transplant wouldn't take this long nor would it fit with Ford's recent design directions with Mustang and the GT. True. Additionally, the Everest is not a retro Bronco, nor is it a Wrangler fighter. Both of which will be attributes of the new truck, according to Ford. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assimilator Posted April 30, 2018 Share Posted April 30, 2018 (edited) This really is the only official visual reference we have for Bronco, everything else is fiction. You can see there is a dramatic difference in wheelbase which makes for a vastly different looking vehicle, the wheels are WAY forward. I think comparing these vehicles only goes so far, Ford even discourages it. Wrangler is a relatively exotic rock crawler with a pretty bad-ass look because of it, Ford instead wants to emphasize speed and performance. Right now I'm just hoping it has the roof flexibility of the Wrangler, I would love a convertible toy like a Wrangler. Edited April 30, 2018 by Assimilator 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted April 30, 2018 Share Posted April 30, 2018 This really is the only official visual reference we have for Bronco, everything else is fiction. You can see there is a dramatic difference in wheelbase which makes for a vastly different looking vehicle, the wheels are WAY forward. I think comparing these vehicles only goes so far, Ford even discourages it. Wrangler is a relatively exotic rock crawler with a pretty bad-ass look because of it, Ford instead wants to emphasize speed and performance. Right now I'm just hoping it has the roof flexibility of the Wrangler, I would love a convertible toy like a Wrangler. I think thats the 2 door Bronco under the cover there. Like Wrangler, I expect the 2 and 4 door versions to have different wheelbases. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted April 30, 2018 Share Posted April 30, 2018 This really is the only official visual reference we have for Bronco, everything else is fiction. You can see there is a dramatic difference in wheelbase which makes for a vastly different looking vehicle, the wheels are WAY forward. I think comparing these vehicles only goes so far, Ford even discourages it. Wrangler is a relatively exotic rock crawler with a pretty bad-ass look because of it, Ford instead wants to emphasize speed and performance. Right now I'm just hoping it has the roof flexibility of the Wrangler, I would love a convertible toy like a Wrangler. Agree with fuzzy that that is the 2-door Bronco. And I really don't think there is going to be much emphasis on speed with the short wheelbase 2-door Bronco. High speed + short wheelbase = bad news. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev-Mo Posted April 30, 2018 Share Posted April 30, 2018 (edited) Making a Bronco that only appeals to a tiny group of enthusiasts probably isn't in the cards. Yeah, that tiny niche that Jeep Wrangler is pushing to nearly 200k annual sales! Please! Not ANOTHER uber-expensive, grocery-getter, carpool C/SUV thingy. Got plenty of those to choose from! I'll take mine Plain Jane - Grabber Blue, or traditional non-metallic Red. Bright alloy wheels, no 'blacked out' only option. Rough and ready for off road and snow. NO leather that will crack and look crappy 5 years into the 20 years I plan to drive it. I know a manual trans is too much to ask but a guy can dream! Easy clean interior, both seats and floors. Materials must withstand hot summers and cold winters and the DOG without cracking or tearing. I need to pull 3000 lbs through the Ike Gauntlet or over the Continental Divide several times a year so a robust towing package is necessary. I don't need a digital voice or screen to tell me where to go. I want to hook up my music and phone though. Make it affordable! Don't make me buy stuff I don't want all upfront. I'll deck it out my way, as I can afford to do so, piece by piece with cash, supplied from the aftermarket that will go nuts if Ford gets this right! Racks for gear, AC Inverter, and power points, practical stuff that will serve well for outdoor activities > Creature comforts, touch screen, power everything. Edited April 30, 2018 by Kev-Mo 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ice-capades Posted May 6, 2018 Share Posted May 6, 2018 Saw this online last night from Motor1.com. It's was online a while ago but found it interesting and related to the Bronco discussion. https://www.motor1.com/news/133270/new-ford-bronco-facts/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY93SHO Posted May 6, 2018 Share Posted May 6, 2018 Saw this online last night from Motor1.com. It's was online a while ago but found it interesting and related to the Bronco discussion. https://www.motor1.com/news/133270/new-ford-bronco-facts/ Too much F150. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ice-capades Posted May 6, 2018 Share Posted May 6, 2018 Too much F150. Yes, but the body proportions look like a Bronco. It definitely needs something less F-150 for the front end yet distinctive enough for the Bronco name. I do like the wheel lip moldings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted May 6, 2018 Share Posted May 6, 2018 Definitely too much F-150. Need to go more retro look with it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ice-capades Posted May 6, 2018 Share Posted May 6, 2018 Definitely too much F-150. Need to go more retro look with it. Agreed that it needs to look more retro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbone Posted May 6, 2018 Share Posted May 6, 2018 I highly doubt it will look like that. That will be phoning it in if it did. Nor do I think that would sell particularly well, IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
probowler Posted May 16, 2018 Share Posted May 16, 2018 I hope it has a real tailgate, that will be nice. I've accepted it probably won't have a fully removable roof so the panels will have to do... still would love to go fully topless though. Power rear window will be nice. As others have said, power points, cargo tie downs, useful practical shit to make this thing really utilitarian... but still hopefully nice to look at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev-Mo Posted May 17, 2018 Share Posted May 17, 2018 (edited) This is on today's local news - pretty cool - Not my thing but I am sure it will command some big $$ https://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/local-news/photos-this-denver-broncos-themed-1975-ford-bronco-is-up-for-auction https://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/local-news/gallery-this-denver-broncos-themed-1975-ford-bronco-is-up-for-auction#id0 Edited May 17, 2018 by Kev-Mo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinh52 Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 Saw this render from this Car and Driver article. https://www.caranddriver.com/features/2020-ford-bronco-because-the-wrangler-cant-have-all-the-fun I haven't seen a render like this before. I just can't wait until Ford releases an official photo. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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