If you're still waiting....it's worth it. Hoss 3.0 review after 1.5 weeks of driving

[A51Bronco]

As with most on this forum, I began my journey in July of 2020. I followed all the deadlines and held out (99d my order) for the black roof that was promised for the Wildtrak. When Ford finally announced no black roofs my dealership prioritized my order and I was picked up at the end of 2022. The only consolation prize was getting the HOSS 3.0 that I wouldn't have gotten had I been a 2021/early 2022. Several times in this process I almost gave up but this forum (visited almost daily) kept me interested. No words can describe the excitement when you see the bronco you build in real life. All the hate and irritation washes away when you drive away from the dealership. Now for a little productive review.

• Graphics package really helps bring all the black accents together without the black roof.
• I have very light wind noise above 65 mph. With the radio at 7 (low) you no longer hear any wind noise. If you are driving below 65 I don't believe it is any louder than my 2012 F150.
• The rear sub rattles. Like most reviews the sound system in the bronco is less than desired.
• A higher grab handle for the front would have been preferred. The one on the dash really doesn't help much. (plenty of aftermarket out there)
• Pictures really don't do the vehicle justice on how big it is. I'm a tall guy 6'3" and still its a big step up.
• There is plenty of room inside the cabin and the seats are very comfortable.
• HOSS 3.0- I've driven a Wildtrak with the standard HOSS and there really isn't a comparison. The 3.0 soaks up bumps in the road like they are nothing. Larger bumps and off-road terrain also feel smooth (not quite as good as my 2019 Raptor but damn close). If you aren't rock crawling I would spend the little extra and move up to the Wildtrak.
• MPGs are surprisingly better than expected. I'm getting 18.5 consistently on 87 octane mix of city/hwy. (500 miles of driving so far).

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[bluesun68]

So how is the wind noise at 85?

 

[A51Bronco]

So how is the wind noise at 85?

It gets "windy" lol

 

[NewBroncoOwner]

I respectfully disagree. If you are still waiting on your original order, you are being dragged by leash. Find a retail or used option, preferably without a large markup, which is possible but may be outside your home state. You wanted a Bronco, go get one. Don't wait for it to come to you.

 

[mtclimb3r]

I respectfully disagree. If you are still waiting on your original order, you are being dragged by leash. Find a retail or used option, preferably without a large markup, which is possible but may be outside your home state. You wanted a Bronco, go get one. Don't wait for it to come to you.

Easier said than done for most of us i'd say. There is Bronco listed for sale in Bozeman, MT by a car dealer that is over 50K for a base model. I am at 13 months waiting, and I will continue to fall into the sunk cost fallacy because I ONLY want to pay 50K+ for the EXACT thing I want. No lot outer banks for me. But yes, I am keeping an eye out for a 2D Wildtrak with High Pkg and Hoss 3.0. I guess I'd compromise on the color

 

[mtclimb3r]

As with most on this forum, I began my journey in July of 2020. I followed all the deadlines and held out (99d my order) for the black roof that was promised for the Wildtrak. When Ford finally announced no black roofs my dealership prioritized my order and I was picked up at the end of 2022. The only consolation prize was getting the HOSS 3.0 that I wouldn't have gotten had I been a 2021/early 2022. Several times in this process I almost gave up but this forum (visited almost daily) kept me interested. No words can describe the excitement when you see the bronco you build in real life. All the hate and irritation washes away when you drive away from the dealership. Now for a little productive review.

• Graphics package really helps bring all the black accents together without the black roof.
• I have very light wind noise above 65 mph. With the radio at 7 (low) you no longer hear any wind noise. If you are driving below 65 I don't believe it is any louder than my 2012 F150.
• The rear sub rattles. Like most reviews the sound system in the bronco is less than desired.
• A higher grab handle for the front would have been preferred. The one on the dash really doesn't help much. (plenty of aftermarket out there)
• Pictures really don't do the vehicle justice on how big it is. I'm a tall guy 6'3" and still its a big step up.
• There is plenty of room inside the cabin and the seats are very comfortable.
• HOSS 3.0- I've driven a Wildtrak with the standard HOSS and there really isn't a comparison. The 3.0 soaks up bumps in the road like they are nothing. Larger bumps and off-road terrain also feel smooth (not quite as good as my 2019 Raptor but damn close). If you aren't rock crawling I would spend the little extra and move up to the Wildtrak.
• MPGs are surprisingly better than expected. I'm getting 18.5 consistently on 87 octane mix of city/hwy. (500 miles of driving so far).

Please rip down washboard or FS roads and keep us updated. I need more stories and reviews to live vicariously through. I am little less interested in how people are modding their Broncos since that's even farther in the future than actually getting mine haha.

 

[equitasforall]

I disagree completely. HOSS 3.0 sucks. One of the worst suspension systems out there. Much better aftermarket options. Anyone who waited for HOSS 3.0 should just cut their losses and upgrade their kit right now.

Because I feel SO bad for you, I’ll even buy your takeoffs!

 

[2fast4u]

As with most on this forum, I began my journey in July of 2020. I followed all the deadlines and held out (99d my order) for the black roof that was promised for the Wildtrak. When Ford finally announced no black roofs my dealership prioritized my order and I was picked up at the end of 2022. The only consolation prize was getting the HOSS 3.0 that I wouldn't have gotten had I been a 2021/early 2022. Several times in this process I almost gave up but this forum (visited almost daily) kept me interested. No words can describe the excitement when you see the bronco you build in real life. All the hate and irritation washes away when you drive away from the dealership. Now for a little productive review.

• Graphics package really helps bring all the black accents together without the black roof.
• I have very light wind noise above 65 mph. With the radio at 7 (low) you no longer hear any wind noise. If you are driving below 65 I don't believe it is any louder than my 2012 F150.
• The rear sub rattles. Like most reviews the sound system in the bronco is less than desired.
• A higher grab handle for the front would have been preferred. The one on the dash really doesn't help much. (plenty of aftermarket out there)
• Pictures really don't do the vehicle justice on how big it is. I'm a tall guy 6'3" and still its a big step up.
• There is plenty of room inside the cabin and the seats are very comfortable.
• HOSS 3.0- I've driven a Wildtrak with the standard HOSS and there really isn't a comparison. The 3.0 soaks up bumps in the road like they are nothing. Larger bumps and off-road terrain also feel smooth (not quite as good as my 2019 Raptor but damn close). If you aren't rock crawling I would spend the little extra and move up to the Wildtrak.
• MPGs are surprisingly better than expected. I'm getting 18.5 consistently on 87 octane mix of city/hwy. (500 miles of driving so far).

Great write up. I'm in the same boat as you. I was holding out for the painted hard top from the state. Now it looks like my build will be in Feb./Mar. I'm happy I'm getting HOSS 3.0 and will be getting it at $5400 under MSRP when I do get it.

My BIG compromise is that I was going to go with Cyber Orange as I love bright colors and now that can't happen So right now my order is set for V.Blue as it maybe the brightest left to pick.

I can't go to a dealer and pay over msrp it's just not something that's in me. In all my life I have only paid MSRP on a car 1 time and that was on my GT500 I got 8mths ago and I had a hard time doing that but it's a truly limited car.

I can't wait to start my bronco build.

 

[cobro92]

I can't wait for the 3.0 shocks/steering rack/tie rods to be available aftermarket (and easily installed). Will probably my first aftermarket suspension upgrade.

 

[NewBroncoOwner]

Easier said than done for most of us i'd say. There is Bronco listed for sale in Bozeman, MT by a car dealer that is over 50K for a base model. I am at 13 months waiting, and I will continue to fall into the sunk cost fallacy because I ONLY want to pay 50K+ for the EXACT thing I want. No lot outer banks for me. But yes, I am keeping an eye out for a 2D Wildtrak with High Pkg and Hoss 3.0. I guess I'd compromise on the color

You will have to put some research work in to find a good deal on a Bronco and a cheap one way flight ticket, But I can assure you by going to other states to purchase a Bronco, and being a Montana resident, you might find an MSRP unit somewhere and not pay sales tax with that Montana drivers licensee. I did that exact scenario in San Jose CA. MSRP of 31k for a base 4 door hard top, and no sales tax.

Here is an example for a base (blank canvas) for $38k

 

[A51Bronco]

I disagree completely. HOSS 3.0 sucks. One of the worst suspension systems out there. Much better aftermarket options. Anyone who waited for HOSS 3.0 should just cut their losses and upgrade their kit right now.

Because I feel SO bad for you, I’ll even buy your takeoffs!

LOL you "almost" had me convinced to upgrade.

 

[A51Bronco]

Please rip down washboard or FS roads and keep us updated. I need more stories and reviews to live vicariously through. I am little less interested in how people are modding their Broncos since that's even farther in the future than actually getting mine haha.

I'll find one and report my result buddy!

 

[JackTripper]

Thanks for the write up. I am looking forward to receiving my 23 Wildtrak.

 

[mjsmitty69]

Wow, Nice looking buggy. I thought I was looking into a mirror at first..

 

[Walkman73]

As with most on this forum, I began my journey in July of 2020. I followed all the deadlines and held out (99d my order) for the black roof that was promised for the Wildtrak. When Ford finally announced no black roofs my dealership prioritized my order and I was picked up at the end of 2022. The only consolation prize was getting the HOSS 3.0 that I wouldn't have gotten had I been a 2021/early 2022. Several times in this process I almost gave up but this forum (visited almost daily) kept me interested. No words can describe the excitement when you see the bronco you build in real life. All the hate and irritation washes away when you drive away from the dealership. Now for a little productive review.

• Graphics package really helps bring all the black accents together without the black roof.
• I have very light wind noise above 65 mph. With the radio at 7 (low) you no longer hear any wind noise. If you are driving below 65 I don't believe it is any louder than my 2012 F150.
• The rear sub rattles. Like most reviews the sound system in the bronco is less than desired.
• A higher grab handle for the front would have been preferred. The one on the dash really doesn't help much. (plenty of aftermarket out there)
• Pictures really don't do the vehicle justice on how big it is. I'm a tall guy 6'3" and still its a big step up.
• There is plenty of room inside the cabin and the seats are very comfortable.
• HOSS 3.0- I've driven a Wildtrak with the standard HOSS and there really isn't a comparison. The 3.0 soaks up bumps in the road like they are nothing. Larger bumps and off-road terrain also feel smooth (not quite as good as my 2019 Raptor but damn close). If you aren't rock crawling I would spend the little extra and move up to the Wildtrak.
• MPGs are surprisingly better than expected. I'm getting 18.5 consistently on 87 octane mix of city/hwy. (500 miles of driving so far).

In the same boat, July 20 Res... Sept 22 Ordered... Dec 6 Blend & Dec 10 Built... Dec 19-25 Delivery Wildrack with both tops and Lux plus Leather

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