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Thinking that it wouldn't be long before I got my Bronco after reservations started, I sold my XJ while the getting was good. A year went by, including a summer, and with no vin in site, I decided to buy a 2015 JKUR as a hold over.
Here's the problem: I really like my JKUR. It's currently all stock and has an incredible sound system, but lacks most of the modern techie gadgets and only has a 5 speed auto.
One thing I have come to learn, is off-roading/overlanding is not cheap. I could keep my JKUR, put a lift and 35's, add a rear view camera, and do many other things to it like install real skid plates, buy a Fridge, install one of dozens of winch bumpers, racks, etc...basically totally build it out and still be under (or maybe equal) to what I'll be paying for my WT.
With the WT, it has no real underbody armor, few if any good winch bumper choices, but does come with lots of awesome tech and modern conveniences, but a suck ass radio.
Waiting 500+ days gives a person a lot of time to think, And I find myself torn between fully building out my Jeep (which may need major engine/transmission work in the next 5-10 years) or for the same money get a new Bronco but then having to spend even more to outfit it.
In addition, used car prices are over inflated right now. So I'll get more of my money back selling my JKUR sooner, than say waiting 5 years until the Bronco has stabilized, and then trying to recoupe, especially knowing that you don't get your "Built-Out" money back. (E.g. the longer I keep my JKUR, the larger Financial hit I'll take).
I know, 1st world problems, but it is still a dilemma that I'm spending way too much time thinking about.
Here's the problem: I really like my JKUR. It's currently all stock and has an incredible sound system, but lacks most of the modern techie gadgets and only has a 5 speed auto.
One thing I have come to learn, is off-roading/overlanding is not cheap. I could keep my JKUR, put a lift and 35's, add a rear view camera, and do many other things to it like install real skid plates, buy a Fridge, install one of dozens of winch bumpers, racks, etc...basically totally build it out and still be under (or maybe equal) to what I'll be paying for my WT.
With the WT, it has no real underbody armor, few if any good winch bumper choices, but does come with lots of awesome tech and modern conveniences, but a suck ass radio.
Waiting 500+ days gives a person a lot of time to think, And I find myself torn between fully building out my Jeep (which may need major engine/transmission work in the next 5-10 years) or for the same money get a new Bronco but then having to spend even more to outfit it.
In addition, used car prices are over inflated right now. So I'll get more of my money back selling my JKUR sooner, than say waiting 5 years until the Bronco has stabilized, and then trying to recoupe, especially knowing that you don't get your "Built-Out" money back. (E.g. the longer I keep my JKUR, the larger Financial hit I'll take).
I know, 1st world problems, but it is still a dilemma that I'm spending way too much time thinking about.
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