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Gopher reacted to Oldhippie's post in the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L? with
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No contest for me; The 2.7 has nearly 100 extra ft lb toque and the auto is way better off road (two must haves for me) plus the Stroppe... -
Gopher replied to the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L?.I do wrench on all my vehicles, so this is important. Would love to hear more on reliability of 2.7L vs. 2.3L. I thought the...
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Gopher reacted to nbdybeatsthewiz's post in the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L? with Like.
I have a 4dr Badlands 7MT. I recently installed the ProCal Tune for the 2.3L engine and it adds a lot more "pep" to the engine. It feels...
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Gopher reacted to MilesTeg's post in the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L? with Like.
I have a '24 Badlands 7MT (non-SAS), and a '13 Mustang GT. My priority was the 7MT, not performance. I get my jollies in the much...
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Gopher reacted to TruckCamper's post in the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L? with Like.
2.3L is a joy to do maintenance and future repairs look easy. If you plan to do any work yourself it is absolutely the long term...
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Gopher reacted to Baja71's post in the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L? with Like.
I like my ‘25 Stroppe much better in every way than my 4dr ‘23 Badlands.
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Gopher reacted to userdude's post in the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L? with Like.
Can't go wrong either way.
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Gopher reacted to TheShark's post in the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L? with Like.
I'd go Stroppe, unique and as many have said probably the last of the 2dr V6's. I've seen them advertised in the $64K-$65K range. If you...
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Gopher reacted to Rivers90's post in the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L? with Like.
Oddly, When I am off road I like the auto better, but on road I Like the manual. I really thought it would be the other way.
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Gopher reacted to mdainsd's post in the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L? with Like.
I am more than happy with my Stroppe. As mentioned it a good possibility that they are the last of the V6 2 doors. The automatic is...
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Gopher reacted to FoCoBronc's post in the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L? with Like.
I've had '22 OBX 2.7 and now a '26 BL 2.3, and sometimes miss torque of 2.7. Really like my BL and wouldn't go back. This may be last...
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Gopher reacted to PWillette's post in the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L? with Like.
BL 7MT if it were me.
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Gopher reacted to HighVelocity's post in the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L? with Like.
The Mexican tranny it is then!
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Base with the Sasquatch package is the best bang for your buck. It mostly breaks down like this... And, if you're vegan...
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Gopher replied to the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L?.Not important.
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Gopher posted the thread Advice Needed on Bronco Purchase: Badlands 7MT or Stroppe 2.7L? in General Bronco Topics.Hello. I am considering purchasing one of two models, both 2-door: 2025 Stroppe 2026 Badlands 7MT I have test driven both along with...
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Just picked her up yesterday from Granger Ford in Iowa…… I’m talking about the Ford Raptor…. I picked up my wife over 32 years ago in...
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MPG is gonna be a direct reflection of two things: How you drive it What mods you do to it Keep it stock and drive tame, it'll do...
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Anniversary is the date at which an event took place or something was founded. Consistency doesn't play a part. First model year was...
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:crackup: No trigger here. That doesn't happen. I just don't have a grasp on why someone would choose to be a jerk on a public forum...
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Gopher replied to the thread Possible Purchase Help....Congrats. Similarly, I am trading my low-mileage '17;Shelby GT350 (that I have not driven much the last few years) for a new Stroppe...
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This isn’t even a plausible comparison. Your Shelby displaying stripes is a classic look. Now if Ford/Shelby slapped a decal of the...
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Yeah... but it's kinda like my gaudy stripes on my Shelby.... some love it, some hate "stickers". It's all personal preference. Gaudy...
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Gopher replied to the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage.Appreciate all the input. The local dealer ended up selling the other SE shortly after we hit our impasse. The two other close-by SEs...
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Gopher replied to the thread My 2025 Ford Bronco Stroppe Edition.Thanks! Good to know about the rack.
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Gopher reacted to CliffordTheBigRed's post in the thread My 2025 Ford Bronco Stroppe Edition with Like.
Here is my truck now. Wrapped the whole thing and fill POF.
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Gopher replied to the thread My 2025 Ford Bronco Stroppe Edition.That is one way to not worry about the paint. Very sharp! And like the stock SE, will not get lost in a crowd! What rack is installed?
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Gopher replied to the thread My 2025 Ford Bronco Stroppe Edition.Very interesting points about the paint. The two I have seen had painted tailgates. The paint did seem very thin.per @Baja71 . Is...
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There are quite a few people not thrilled with mine. 🤣 I love their clown car comments. But a lot more love the look. Enough that it...
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Gopher reacted to Baja71's post in the thread Had an order in but went with different dealer - ‘26 Stroppe with Like.
I get nothing but compliments on mine. Have fun!
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Gopher replied to the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage.Thanks. There are many Ford dealers in my area, several closer to me than the one that had the Stroppe, so not concerned here. Plus I...
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After being the only Bronco in my neighborhood since ‘22, I may have influenced a buyer across the street!
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Gopher reacted to VirginiaHeritage's post in the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage with Like.
OK, just for reference, there are 4 leftover 2025 Stroppes at a dealer near me (Koons Sterling Ford) marked down to $64-65k with low...
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Gopher replied to the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage.Update: An out-of-town dealer with which I was dealing got aggressive and beat my local dealer's offer. I asked the local dealer to...
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Gopher reacted to EvilJim1971's post in the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage with Like.
Sounds like they are already at $63k, so may not drop any more.
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Block Heater Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Drain the cooling system. Refer to...
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LOL, when I read the title of this thread it reminded me of when I lived in MN for two years. Coldest place I ever lived. Way colder...
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Gopher replied to the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage.I am not fat, nor a kid, but happy to jump on a Twinkie!
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Gopher reacted to crzyhawk's post in the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage with Like.
https://fordauthority.com/2025/10/2026-ford-bronco-stroppe-four-door-cheaper-than-outgoing-two-door/ According to that, the pricetag on...
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Gopher reacted to chopperbobby's post in the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage with Like.
Make sure you take advantage of bronco off-roadeo. It is fun and i am sure figured in on the price
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Gopher reacted to DALOLA's post in the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage with Like.
Could have been a dealer courtesy car. I bought our Mach-E this way, had 1900 miles on it as a courtesy car, but sold as "new" with full...
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Gopher reacted to Owl's post in the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage with Like.
If they won't budge on price anymore... I'd try and shift gears and hit them up on an extended warranty at a super-discount. They have...
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Gopher replied to the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage.Good idea! I pushed them again with a competitive bid and they said they are all-in. I can try this idea.
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Gopher reacted to BillyB's post in the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage with Like.
And remember to get the Ford bonus points with new purchase.
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Gopher reacted to SmallCrawler's post in the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage with Like.
Ask to see the Oasis report. It will show you any service or warranty work performed by any Ford dealer. I bought a leftover Bronco with...
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Gopher reacted to PNBLWZD's post in the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage with Like.
That sounds like a great discount on a Stroppe if new, but check and see if the warrantee has been “Punched” (started). Also look at...
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Gopher reacted to Z because X was taken's post in the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage with Like.
Break in miles. I wouldnt hesitate if the deal was spot on for your needs.
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Gopher reacted to RoseLane4's post in the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage with Like.
Hey OP, Like Hoosier writes, dealer employees drive vehicles in their inventory - normal. Use this chance (you haven’t bought it...
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Gopher reacted to Quatermain's post in the thread Question on Buying New 2025 Bronco with Higher Mileage with Like.
I bought my 2025 Badlands with 12K miles in March. Ford certified with full factory warranty for the remainder of the mileage. It...