Base Model Bronco Thread

[lenitech]

I haven't posted on this thread in a while. I'm still a Base buyer, I'd love to be the only guy with a total base, but it takes discipline I'm not sure I have. I have the feeling I'll be too tempted to get it squatched at the last minute. Its funny that the most stripped down base model may actually be the "rarest" (I know, rare doesn't mean good, but I really like the look, it looks more like the original to me).

Squatch it and then put small tires on it.

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[Pancho Kornwallace]

Guys, I need some help here. I'm seriously torn and just need some advice and/or opinions. I'm looking to get a Bronco for one of my DD's, but also to finally hit some more serious Colorado trails. I'm trying to decide between a base with Sasquatch, or the BL with no Sasquatch.

Does anybody have an opinion on what would be better value for what I want to do. Obviously I know that price of the base is good for the value, but the BL is going to be somewhat better for the trails.

I'm just trying to see what y'all think and if the price increase for the BL is worth it and if the base will be just as capable without some of the BL features and without the rock-crawl GOAT mode.

Finally, if this has been discussed somewhere else, please let me know. Thanks!

What about a Base, with Sasquatch and a second set of wheels/tires that are more comfortable, maybe smaller with better MPG for DD?

If you buy from Discount Tire, they will just swap them out for you and can even keep them for you onsite (for an extra fee). I am planning on getting a second set. One for "Daily driver season" and one for "offloading season". I currently have Winter tires for my Mustang. I love having two sets of wheels because it changes the look of my vehicle without actually altering anything on the vehicle itself.

Also, if you think about it the incremental cost of getting a second set of wheels/tires, is just the wheels. The tires will wear out slower, so you should get ~2X time use out of them. You are just moving up the purchase of that second set of tires, that is all.

 

[sjp]

What about a Base, with Sasquatch and a second set of wheels/tires that are more comfortable, maybe smaller with better MPG for DD?

If you buy from Discount Tire, they will just swap them out for you and can even keep them for you onsite (for an extra fee). I am planning on getting a second set. One for "Daily driver season" and one for "offloading season". I currently have Winter tires for my Mustang. I love having two sets of wheels because it changes the look of my vehicle without actually altering anything on the vehicle itself.

Also, if you think about it the incremental cost of getting a second set of wheels/tires, is just the wheels. The tires will wear out slower, so you should get ~2X time use out of them. You are just moving up the purchase of that second set of tires, that is all.

Yup, this is what I plan on doing, only I'm keeping the 35s for May/June through October/November and replacing them with Blizzaks or other smaller, skinnier snow tires for April/May through September/October (April is Colorado's biggest snowfall month).

If I get all five 35s rotated with every oil change and only use them half the year, they should all last a long time. There's a Discount Tire a couple miles from my house that I always go to for tires. Didn't realize they offered storage too - even better!

 

[Pancho Kornwallace]

I haven't posted on this thread in a while. I'm still a Base buyer, I'd love to be the only guy with a total base, but it takes discipline I'm not sure I have. I have the feeling I'll be too tempted to get it squatched at the last minute. Its funny that the most stripped down base model may actually be the "rarest" (I know, rare doesn't mean good, but I really like the look, it looks more like the original to me).

I am with you. If I were to get the base manual:
1. I will get a second set of wheels/tires (see my post from a minute ago). The extra wheels/tires can be bigger (perhaps 32s, maybe 33s if they fit?) to change out the look whenever I want.
2. The roof rack, with a canoe strap which looks really cool, even though I don't own a canoe, so I would need to add another $1200-1500 to my budget for that.
3. The switches to future proof it and maybe have some electrical fun (lights, etc.) down the road.

Doing all of the above will still save me a couple of thousand v. a Sasquatch.

I think I would rather have this exact "vintage" setup in 6-8 months, than a Sasquatch for thousands more a year from now:

 

[BroncoFanBoy]

My current build.

Keyless entry is an option on Base? Don’t you just get normal key fob unless you upgrade to Mid(which is not in base)?

 

[sjp]

Keyless entry is an option on Base? Don’t you just get normal key fob unless you upgrade to Mid(which is not in base)?

It's listed as an option both on Ford's website and in the B&P configurator.

 

[DonM]

I'm jealous of y'all that can do 2DR. I just have different needs right now. Think I'm still on 4DR Base Squatch with Aux Switches and Floor Liners. Will aftermarket hitch and bumpers and rock sliders and lights. Will also probably get a second set of wheels and tires, thinking 255/85R17 as more of the winter DD setup. I just don't think 33's will fit under the Base without a lift and I'd rather have a factory warranty on that!! Just works out more economical this way!!

 

[Pancho Kornwallace]

I'm jealous of y'all that can do 2DR. I just have different needs right now. Think I'm still on 4DR Base Squatch with Aux Switches and Floor Liners. Will aftermarket hitch and bumpers and rock sliders and lights. Will also probably get a second set of wheels and tires, thinking 255/85R17 as more of the winter DD setup. I just don't think 33's will fit under the Base without a lift and I'd rather have a factory warranty on that!! Just works out more economical this way!!

I think 33s will fit, but I am not 100% sure. You do need to worry about offsets. Anyone else know?

 

[DonM]

I think 33s will fit, but I am not 100% sure. You do need to worry about offsets. Anyone else know?

I really think I'd be okay with 32's, but really want the better running gear even if I end up going smaller.

 

[Austin26]

Keyless entry is an option on Base? Don’t you just get normal key fob unless you upgrade to Mid(which is not in base)?

Yup. As I understand it, all Broncos have keyless entry on the FOB with push button start. My option I put there was for the thing where you type in a code to lock and unlock the door and just leave the keys inside. My wife and I go kayaking and hiking sometimes and that sounds great to me for $100. Or at the beach!

 

[R-E-L-A-X]

I think 33s will fit, but I am not 100% sure. You do need to worry about offsets. Anyone else know?

That's my question. Thinking about putting on LT265 70 r17 but want to know if I need to worry about any offset.

 

[drive21bronco]

If there was a manual transmission for the 4 door I think I would love to go with that and change/customize the truck as the years pass like I have done with my Jeep.

 

[DaveH]

If there was a manual transmission for the 4 door I think I would love to go with that and change/customize the truck as the years pass like I have done with my Jeep.

There is a manual option for the 4 door. However, you can't get it with the 2.7L, the Sasquatch, or the 4x4 on demand. I don't think the number of doors has anything to do with it, at least with the Big Bend.

 

[Trackster]

Hey Ford, pay attention to the comments on paint colors. Seriously two colors of blue? Must be same guys that thought a Mustang could have four doors, hah. At least make all current colors available on the base model. Seriously need a tan and a green and maybe the original burnt orange.

 

[BroncoFanBoy]

It's listed as an option both on Ford's website and in the B&P configurator.

Oh you mean the keypad? I was thinking intelligent access/proximity sensor.

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