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Great pics! Thanks for sharing. So strange how SAS looks huge in some pics and modest in others.
It's very big in person. Very satisfied with not going SAS.
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@Richie thank you so much for letting us know the length of throw. It's those kind of details that have been conspicuously missing from many drive alongs and reviews. Did you pump the clutch at all? Impossible to get the full feel with the engine off but anything is better than nothing at this point.
I did and went through the gears a few times. It was really smooth and short throws. The last manual car I owned was my '67 Bronco with a NP435 in it though.

I think the manual would be a great choice if you were in that camp. Wife wants an auto though so that's what we're getting, she'll drive it just as much as I will.
 

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By any chance were you able to measure the difference from Badlands to Sasq? Was there much difference in height between the two?
My wife is 5'5", she could get in the BL fine, not so much the SAS, she had to use the grab handle and pull herself into the car. She said no as a DD for that reason.
 

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Hello, did your wife happen to adjust the seat and try the clutch in the MT? Any feedback there? My wife is 5'2 and isn't worried about access but so far we've been unable to verify seat adjustment for the MT. Thank you!
She did not operate the clutch. She adjusted to her seating position but didn't depress the pedal.
 

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I was very disappointed with this engine bay pic. Is there an engine under that mess of hoses and wires somewhere? Hope the 2.3L is better. The Bronco looks fantastic on the outside and interior but that engine bay is awful. It makes me doubt the overall quality of the vehicle. There is no excuse for this.
It's an absolute mess under there.
 

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Did you feel that the signature headlights are worth the increase if you do not plan to get a high or luxe package? If you were to purchase some black diamond Sasquatch do you feel it would suffice?
I personally like the look of the "lower" headlights better than the signatures but they come on the BL so that's what we're getting. Didn't get to see them in operation so not sure on light output. I like the amber running lights on the non-sig lights.
 

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I went with a high package on my Badlands Sasquatch filled as well but I’m really debating between the Badlands regular or Sasquatch package to see if there’s anything significantly different outside of the 35 inch wheels because the bead locks that come with it I’m not really a fan of. I would rather have the all black that come on the wild track if I was able to.
I'm not going over a 33" tire so for me a SAS isn't worth it. If you were going to go over a 35" tire at some point the lower gear may be nice but the 6 has so much torque I'd say it would be fine to a 37" with non SAS gearing.
 

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Here. This thread has a side by side:

https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/thre...prised-with-couple-concerns.14716/post-537006

Also, lol at thinking the quality of a vehicle is suspect because of how a modern engine looks.
Maybe a knee jerk reaction, but both my Mazda6 and Pont Vibe have a clean and organized engine bay even with the cover removed. Considering this is a big truck l expected things to be less cramped and organized.
Agreed. I'm not saying a cover will solve anything about the maze of trying to work on this engine. It would just be a little more aesthetically pleasing to look at in my opinion.
I’m literally getting the Sasquatch package just because it sounds cool and it makes me giggle to think there’s a Sasquatch package. The number of people who will even be able to use the full capabilities of the standard Badlands is minuscule. Just get what you want not because of what you think you’ll do with it.
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I’m literally getting the Sasquatch package just because it sounds cool and it makes me giggle to think there’s a Sasquatch package. The number of people who will even be able to use the full capabilities of the standard Badlands is minuscule. Just get what you want not because of what you think you’ll do wit
The bottom line is today's internal combustion engines have become catastrophically complex due to market demands for HP against emissions and fuel economy regulations. Catastrophic in the sense that if your engine goes teats-up out of warranty for a plethora of potential reasons, your bank account may be wiped out and then some. Frankly I'm slightly terrified about the prospect for disaster for a twin-turbo highly-strung motor doing the duty traditionally reserved for a normally-aspirated V8.

Automotive electrification will be a welcome relief in this regard.
This just looks so much worse than other new cars and trucks. Here is my Mazda6 with the cover removed.
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Great photos. Thank you. My 5' 2" wife is going to have a hard time getting into the 2 dr Badlands Sasquatch I ordered.

Hoping to see them next week in Pittsburgh show. Then I will change the order or not.
Yes she will!!! My wife is laughing quite hard in the background right now (she's 5'5"). She said she'll be fine if she's an 18 Y/O gymnast, LOL.

Good Luck, report back!
 

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Made it to Beach Ford in Virginia Beach to see the Bronco in person for the first time. They had a 4 dr Black Diamond SAS in Antimatter Blue and a 4 dr Badlands in Iconic Silver.

Just walking up to the Bronco for the first time after spending countless hours watching youtube and social media, and constantly reading through this forum. All the hype about this vehicle is real. It 100% lives up to it's reviews in my opinion. It seemed perfectly proportioned and not overwhelming at all. The seats were very comfortable in the front and back. The 12 in screen is enormous. If you are a not a tech person, the 8in seems more than enough in my opinion. We ordered an auto but I did run through the gears on the manual and the length of throw is spot on. I was expecting very long throws but it almost feels like a sports car. It will not feel like a chore to change gears at all for an off road rig. I think what I was most impressed with was the doors. Not having a full frame door makes the whole feel of the vehicle way more open. Easier to take on and off with one person as well. Watched the Bronco nation reps putting the doors back on with the bag still on did not look very difficult.

My big concern was seeing if the Bronco SAS was going to be to big for my gf to daily drive. Great news! it's not at all. The height of the SAS felt lower and easier to get into than my 2013 f150 with a 2in lift and 34.5's. Her opinion of the 35's was that it was just right. She said any bigger would be to much for her, but she liked the SAS much more than the 33's on the badlands right next to it.

Some minor things that I hope are addressed for production.
The upper control arms are mounted to something inside the engine bay and it leaves a massive gap in the fender well for mud/debris to go straight into the engine bay. I didn't get a picture but I remember thinking, this is going to be a firehose of mud going straight into the engine bay if they don't seal this up better. Maybe someone else on the forum who has seen this can provide pictures.

The doors extend out further than the rock rails that ford provides. I will be waiting to find a nice set of rails from the aftermarket that can double as a step and a slider so the doors don't get smashed by people not paying attention.

Other than that, I was blown away by the attention to detail in this vehicle. After spending over an hour examining this thing from the ground up. went to dinner and parked next to a new sahara Jeep. The Jeep looked like it came out of a cereal box compared to the Bronco. (I own an XJ)

Hope this helps with perspective for some.

Ford Bronco First impressions of Manual Bronco Badlands & Black Diamond Sasquatch in person. Pleasantly surprised, with couple concerns IMG_20210402_183432049


Ford Bronco First impressions of Manual Bronco Badlands & Black Diamond Sasquatch in person. Pleasantly surprised, with couple concerns IMG_20210402_183432049


Ford Bronco First impressions of Manual Bronco Badlands & Black Diamond Sasquatch in person. Pleasantly surprised, with couple concerns IMG_20210402_183432049


Ford Bronco First impressions of Manual Bronco Badlands & Black Diamond Sasquatch in person. Pleasantly surprised, with couple concerns IMG_20210402_183432049


Ford Bronco First impressions of Manual Bronco Badlands & Black Diamond Sasquatch in person. Pleasantly surprised, with couple concerns IMG_20210402_183432049


Ford Bronco First impressions of Manual Bronco Badlands & Black Diamond Sasquatch in person. Pleasantly surprised, with couple concerns IMG_20210402_183432049
Great feedback, Richie! Thanks
 

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Nice post I got to see and feel one in Michigan I am still geeked. Mine is going to be a 22 so I still have a long wait. Just seeing and getting to sit in a full size Bronco was a great experience. Ford had done a fine job building this vehicle and I know it’s going to live up to our expectations. Waiting patiently 😎
 

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His wife? You think he took them at the SAME TIME????? SMH!
I was quoting/hoping @Roger123 would chime in as his WIFE was closer in height to mine but, still, LOL
 

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I was quoting/hoping @Roger123 would chime in as his WIFE was closer in height to mine but, still, LOL
I noticed that right after I hit "post reply." But the joke was so funny I hoped you would grant me some latitude! Thank you! :p
 

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Made it to Beach Ford in Virginia Beach to see the Bronco in person for the first time. They had a 4 dr Black Diamond SAS in Antimatter Blue and a 4 dr Badlands in Iconic Silver.

Just walking up to the Bronco for the first time after spending countless hours watching youtube and social media, and constantly reading through this forum. All the hype about this vehicle is real. It 100% lives up to it's reviews in my opinion. It seemed perfectly proportioned and not overwhelming at all. The seats were very comfortable in the front and back. The 12 in screen is enormous. If you are a not a tech person, the 8in seems more than enough in my opinion. We ordered an auto but I did run through the gears on the manual and the length of throw is spot on. I was expecting very long throws but it almost feels like a sports car. It will not feel like a chore to change gears at all for an off road rig. I think what I was most impressed with was the doors. Not having a full frame door makes the whole feel of the vehicle way more open. Easier to take on and off with one person as well. Watched the Bronco nation reps putting the doors back on with the bag still on did not look very difficult.

My big concern was seeing if the Bronco SAS was going to be to big for my gf to daily drive. Great news! it's not at all. The height of the SAS felt lower and easier to get into than my 2013 f150 with a 2in lift and 34.5's. Her opinion of the 35's was that it was just right. She said any bigger would be to much for her, but she liked the SAS much more than the 33's on the badlands right next to it.

Some minor things that I hope are addressed for production.
The upper control arms are mounted to something inside the engine bay and it leaves a massive gap in the fender well for mud/debris to go straight into the engine bay. I didn't get a picture but I remember thinking, this is going to be a firehose of mud going straight into the engine bay if they don't seal this up better. Maybe someone else on the forum who has seen this can provide pictures.

The doors extend out further than the rock rails that ford provides. I will be waiting to find a nice set of rails from the aftermarket that can double as a step and a slider so the doors don't get smashed by people not paying attention.

Other than that, I was blown away by the attention to detail in this vehicle. After spending over an hour examining this thing from the ground up. went to dinner and parked next to a new sahara Jeep. The Jeep looked like it came out of a cereal box compared to the Bronco. (I own an XJ)

Hope this helps with perspective for some.

Ford Bronco First impressions of Manual Bronco Badlands & Black Diamond Sasquatch in person. Pleasantly surprised, with couple concerns IMG_20210402_183432049


Ford Bronco First impressions of Manual Bronco Badlands & Black Diamond Sasquatch in person. Pleasantly surprised, with couple concerns IMG_20210402_183432049


Ford Bronco First impressions of Manual Bronco Badlands & Black Diamond Sasquatch in person. Pleasantly surprised, with couple concerns IMG_20210402_183432049


Ford Bronco First impressions of Manual Bronco Badlands & Black Diamond Sasquatch in person. Pleasantly surprised, with couple concerns IMG_20210402_183432049


Ford Bronco First impressions of Manual Bronco Badlands & Black Diamond Sasquatch in person. Pleasantly surprised, with couple concerns IMG_20210402_183432049


Ford Bronco First impressions of Manual Bronco Badlands & Black Diamond Sasquatch in person. Pleasantly surprised, with couple concerns IMG_20210402_183432049
My ex had similar concerns... she was pleasantly surprised and said anything bigger would be too much for her....
 

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My ex had similar concerns... she was pleasantly surprised and said anything bigger would be too much for her....
That's literally, what she said 😂
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