Solid roof?

[Oceannomad]

They do offer a third option, Bronco Sport!

Wow, really not letting this go. Does the Bronco Sport offer the same capabilities as the regular Bronco? No. Why keep bringing the Bronco Sport into this. Yes, i get it. It has a solid roof. But it doesn't have the look or capabilities of the regular Bronco which is why i opted for the regular Bronco. Did i buy the bronco specifically for the open air experience? No. Which is why a third solid roof (with the same capabilities) sound good to me. Stop bringing up the Bronco Sport. Not in the same category.

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[Jug]

I had a 73 model Bronco with a bolt on metal roof. Never took it off in over 200,000 miles. If they could make a solid roof like it had and bolted on I would be in for one.

 

[jjack50]

I know the Bronco is designed to be a competitor for the Jeep Wrangler, but would you have bought or buy one if they had offered one with a solid roof instead of the removable one?

No.

 

[ROKBRNC]

Yes, I’d rather have the Ford Everest and a 5,000lb towing capacity.

No I want the Bronco to be what it is, drop the top, get it dirty, rinse it out...repeat.

However, I have always wondered why it is that global manufacturers will build models that are exclusive to one country but not available in another, i.e. Everest. I understand the NHSTA and CAFE regulations, but wouldn’t it make more sense than having to design, engineer and market fewer vehicles available in all markets and import/export as needed rather than have to design and support multiple vehicles for different markets?

All mfg’s do this, just curious why I can get a Toyota Tacoma in the US but not a Hi-Lux, or a Ford Ranger but not the Everest, etc, etc. The Everest looks great, higher ground clearance and very modifiable down under and we’d be very interested in a midsize SUV, (not that we wouldn’t have our Bronco for play as well). The Explorer does nothing for us, very street oriented with zero off-road capability.

I dunno, like I said, just wondering it would seem mfg’s could save a lot of time and money by limiting the number of models and shipping parts, assemblies or entire vehicles to any market in the world.

 

[Ride Em Bronco]

Why not give the consumer the choice of a solid roof? And the OP did not state that the removable roof(s) would no longer be an option. The solid roof would just be another roof option - which may make a lot of sense to a number of Bronco owner wannabees. And no the Bronco Sport is not an alternative - totally different type of vehicle. Ford may just be surprised at the number of additional sales it may get by opening up the market with a solid roof option.

 

[gentlemanbronco]

No removal top then it becomes just another damn SUV on the road.
meh...

The 5th gen bronco top wasn't made to come off actually. People still did it, but it wasn't by design.

 

[Drex]

Yes.

 

[F OR D]

I had a 73 model Bronco with a bolt on metal roof. Never took it off in over 200,000 miles. If they could make a solid roof like it had and bolted on I would be in for one.

Agree, this is the correct answer. Still have the removable but also this. I guess you kind of have it when they release the MOD though.

I do find it funny everyone losing their shit about a removable roof but it was never what the Bronco was built for (excluding 78-79).

Personally I'm looking forward to removable but don't necessarily need it.

 

[gentlemanbronco]

The last generations of bronco weren't designed to have the top removed. People did it anyways, but they were designed to be more permanent and would mess up the sealing when removed.

I'd love a "fixed" top with a panoramic sunroof.

 

[Lainez]

We had an 84 wrangler 2Dr hardtop. Technically, it was a removable top. Did we ever take it off? No. Make a one piece roof that is attached at similar hardpoints as the MIC. Pretty sure the market would match the market for MT. If you want to spend an hour taking it off, fine. Want to leave it on, have no squeaks, leaks or rattles, fine.

 

[Yamahamer]

I had a 73 model Bronco with a bolt on metal roof. Never took it off in over 200,000 miles. If they could make a solid roof like it had and bolted on I would be in for one.

^ This! Mine's shown in my avatar.

I've been a Wrangler owner for 30 years now. Had the top off on a Jeep only once. Didn't like it at all. I would LOVE a Bronco with a solid, body-colored roof - and door windows that fit solidly into frames. Unlike others I have not had good experiences with frameless windows. Ones I had would develop terrible wind whistle after a few years.

If I feel the need for that "open-air" experience I'll jump on my dirt bike!

 

[abe]

No, would've just kept my truck

 

[lobbs611]

Absolutely. I don't give two shits about taking the top or doors off. I'm buying a Bronco for its off-road capability. Off the factory floor, there aren't a whole lot of vehicles that can match what it brings.

 

[Jrl]

Agree, this is the correct answer. Still have the removable but also this. I guess you kind of have it when they release the MOD though.

I do find it funny everyone losing their shit about a removable roof but it was never what the Bronco was built for (excluding 78-79).Yes I at first had a bronco on order then gave it some thought and said how many times will I go rock crawling or take the roof off,so I decided at that point to get a bronco sport first edition,yes it cost me a few thousand more than a big bronco but I have been driving it now for 5 months and is everything I need and want.Not to say Isometimes in the future buy a bronco 2 door with a 2.3 3speed just for kicks .they are both amazing vehicles.

Personally I'm looking forward to removable but don't necessarily need it.

 

[Bronc-itis]

I’d be down for a 1 piece removable hard top. Don’t need all the removable panels. I would take a stamped sheet metal 1 piece with windows.

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