Is it really worth the wait?

[ocbucks1]

Assuming you picked this as your #1 choice considering features and cost and that you have a satisfactory vehicle in the wait period then it’s worth the wait to get what you wanted. It’s really that simple.

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[Hey Buddy]

Unless your the one riding in the back seat, or can't bring your stuff

Very few people waited 2 years. I ordered December 21


Gorgeous Bronco! I also have a CG Base except in 4-door. As a daily driver I wanted automatic and the utility of 4-door, but if I was a young dude this would have been by build. It's also a great value. The steel wheels look awesome on the Bronco. What tires do you have on it? I love the aggressive look without being huge. How are they for noise level?

These are BFG K02 ATs 265/75R16E.
The Goldilocks of tire size for my needs.
There is a little growl from the tires, but I like a little noise, tells me I have some tread left!

 

[Chinook]

Congrats - kinda tough to be cheery or even remotely optimistic right now though knowing the books on 22 are closed and I still didn't make it in. Ford f-d this whole thing up royally and multiple times/ways. I wish there was a different car out there to be excited about because honestly, I would've jumped on it by now.

Whole heartily agree with you. Wish there was another rig I'd like to own. FoMoCo has no regards for us as customers. Dropped the ball contiually.

 

[TheSpydyr]

Considering I have an 8/6 reservation and yours is almost 2 months later and I'm still not even scheduled just angers me more about the whole process. Happy you got yours but for right now @Ford Motor Company isn't doing anything to warrant my business anymore.

What is your build? Do you have a lot of the delayed options? If you have the Tow Package, then personally I'd recommend removing that if you don't absolutely need it. That is the biggest delay right now from what I understand. Also it could depend on what dealer you are with and how their allocation is set. I was at a decent sized dealer who had a nice allocation count. The other big item for me was my dealer moving me up the priority list as well. The dealers can set a higher priority on your build, that can help bump you up. I believe that the highest they can go is to an 11. I was at a 19, but they bumped me up to an 11 when I removed the Tow Package. Dealer then told me that based on their allocation numbers, he'd expect me to get a build date within 4-6 weeks of that day...it happened in the 5th week actually...so my dealer was spot on with their estimate.

 

[Johnny Mo]

What is your build? Do you have a lot of the delayed options? If you have the Tow Package, then personally I'd recommend removing that if you don't absolutely need it. That is the biggest delay right now from what I understand. Also it could depend on what dealer you are with and how their allocation is set. I was at a decent sized dealer who had a nice allocation count. The other big item for me was my dealer moving me up the priority list as well. The dealers can set a higher priority on your build, that can help bump you up. I believe that the highest they can go is to an 11. I was at a 19, but they bumped me up to an 11 when I removed the Tow Package. Dealer then told me that based on their allocation numbers, he'd expect me to get a build date within 4-6 weeks of that day...it happened in the 5th week actually...so my dealer was spot on with their estimate.

Raptor - deleting tow not an option, dealer has me as a PC10 and has been that way for a while. Rep was part of the recent layoffs and it may not have gotten upgraded at the zone rep level in time to get pulled. Dealer has plenty of allocation as 11 units just got scheduled on Fri - no raptors and only 2 raptors remaining of the 7 they had.

 

[TheSpydyr]

Raptor - deleting tow not an option, dealer has me as a PC10 and has been that way for a while. Rep was part of the recent layoffs and it may not have gotten upgraded at the zone rep level in time to get pulled. Dealer has plenty of allocation as 11 units just got scheduled on Fri - no raptors and only 2 raptors remaining of the 7 they had.

Yeah, can't say on the Raptor side of it. But, the PC10 should be good...that's probably as good as the dealer can do and that allocation number sound the same as my dealer. Hope you hear something soon then.

Take this for what it's worth, but I called Ford Customer Service last Wednesday to ask on not getting the mass email that went out last week on the converting to a '23 (I hadn't received that email at that point, but did get it later in the day) and that customer service rep told me that the actual final conversion email will go out on the 21st of this month and if you get that email, then you won't be picked up in 2022. If you don't get that email, then you should be picked up in 2022.

I then got my VIN and build date on Friday...2 days later.

 

[Johnny Mo]

Yeah, can't say on the Raptor side of it. But, the PC10 should be good...that's probably as good as the dealer can do and that allocation number sound the same as my dealer. Hope you hear something soon then.

Take this for what it's worth, but I called Ford Customer Service last Wednesday to ask on not getting the mass email that went out last week on the converting to a '23 (I hadn't received that email at that point, but did get it later in the day) and that customer service rep told me that the actual final conversion email will go out on the 21st of this month and if you get that email, then you won't be picked up in 2022. If you don't get that email, then you should be picked up in 2022.

I then got my VIN and build date on Friday...2 days later.

Already showing as converted to 23 in WBDO apparently - unless factory rep can pull some strings I'm out on the 22 race.

 

[BroncoSights]

2 Door ftw! Placed my deposit first month in 2020 and took 2 years but also think it’s worth the wait…

 

[Pitpup]

Adam in Seattle is on the mark. Worth the wait. 563 days for me. There were challenging times, fo' sho'... but I'm glad I stuck it out.

 

[bloominguez]

I read through the whole thread. For those who didn't, the conclusion is: It's worth it *if* you order a 2-door.

 

[swooshdave]

After going to the Off-Roadeo I have no doubt it's worth the wait.

 

[Seahund]

15 months and two different model year orders. Got it Aug 24th. Just returned from an 8 day camping trip up from San Diego to the Eastern Sierras - well worth the wait, especially 2 doors

 

[Seahund]

I hope it is worth it, lol. I have not waited as long as others. I just put my order in november of 21, and reservation july of 21. but I have not actually driven one yet. I have seen them on the computer, and checked everything I can virtually. I have even seen a manequin at the ford dealership in DesMoines, but I have not driven one. I have not even heard one running except from my computer. I am not concerned about that part. but I think it will be cool that the first time I drive the bronco will likely be driving mine off the lot. I do have to take my F150 to the dealership for some warranty work next week though, so maybe I will be able to wrangle a test drive while I'm there.

The Badlands is DEFINITELY worth the wait - picked up my 2dr, Velocity Blue 8/24...lovin' it!

 

[Seahund]

I'm on the fence here, I believe it is worth a normal wait but this has gone on long enough. No MY22 for me either, so I started slumming dealerships online to see what they had. By luck I found 1and ended up buying an abandoned order on Thursday 9/8!!!!! Not the color I wanted and a little over MSRP, but I am extremely happy. Now I just have to wait for it to get shipped next week from Phoenix to Utah. I changed my mind on the 4 dr & wanted 2dr instead, but am at that stuck spot with my order....it is still out there, but I'm most likely going to cancel it next week.

Next up...customizing!!

You should cancel it so

I'm on the fence here, I believe it is worth a normal wait but this has gone on long enough. No MY22 for me either, so I started slumming dealerships online to see what they had. By luck I found 1and ended up buying an abandoned order on Thursday 9/8!!!!! Not the color I wanted and a little over MSRP, but I am extremely happy. Now I just have to wait for it to get shipped next week from Phoenix to Utah. I changed my mind on the 4 dr & wanted 2dr instead, but am at that stuck spot with my order....it is still out there, but I'm most likely going to cancel it next week.

Next up...customizing!!

You should definitely cancel your order so someone waiting will get built in your place...unless you're going to buy yours when it arrives...

 

[Seahund]

I put my order in 2/27/21. 2 door AMB badlands hardtop lux Sasquatch. They wanted me to go with a soft top. No thanks, I’ll wait. Ok, grey molded top. Nope. I’ll wait. Ok now you have to take the grey molded top. Ok. Let’s order. AMB no longer Available for 22’. Phuck. Ok. I’ll do EG. My order went in 10/19/21.
I took delivery 8/3/22. I was locked in with the MSRP and received a rebate back from Ford.
I was very happy with my Bronco. I took the top off and love it. Happy trails everyone!

My exact experience. Got mine 8/24. Velocity Blue. Enjoy! WOOHOO!!!!!!

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