Selecting the right trim level - ugh, it's overwhelming!

[broadicustomworks]

I am struggling also. Had my mind made up that WT was the way to go. Already came with the 2.7, Auto, Squatch, Mid. Those are all I wanted in a build, really.
Then I struggled with color.
Finally decided on the AMB.
Now I am back to wondering if I can save a few dollars by building up a BL or BD.
No one really knows until B&P comes live, for sure. We can speculate based on "survey" pricing.
And speculation pricing doesn't really gain anything on saving, really.
My rational mind also goes to resale value.
My thought is a higher package should have better resiliency in the market, but I do not plan on selling or trading it. So it's kinda pointless to worry about that aspect.
I've pined for this Bronc since rumors started flying years ago.
Saved for it, planned on it, decided I WOULD get one as long as Ford didn't mess it up like Chevy did the Blazer.
And they didn't, so I am definitely buying one.
The question is now trim level. Go for the WT with a few add-ons or....?

I really would like some different wheels but I've never changed factory wheels, always told myself it was a bad investment, and truthfully you don't get a good ROI in them.
But also not everything is an investment. Sometimes its a "splurge on yourself" luxury you've earned for yourself over time.

So many decisions...
B&P, I patiently wait for your arrival so I can stop nagging my wife daily with Bronco "what if's".

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[broncoj11]

the black diamond doesn’t have the digital cluster?!?!??!!!!? this is so annoying lol

 

[bbqbronco]

Initially I thought I wanted the Outer Banks because of the focus on the creature comforts - but the more I look at it, the more I'm not a fan of the body colored flares, door handles, wheels and tires... so I was thinking about exploring other options and maybe even saving some money by not spending money on something I don't want...
I realized that the Black Diamond has upgraded bash plates, rock rails, auxilliary switches, and other things that make it more appealing... BUT
Then I realize that the Black Diamond and Big Bend don't have the signature LED lighting, don't have the High level instrument panel, no remote start option, no intelligent access.... then I realize that the Black Diamond isn't even available with carpeted floors...
oh, AND - the High and Lux packages aren't even available on the Big Bend/Black Diamond models...
Ugh .. trying to go through the list of options of what's included/excluded/optional and figuring out what I want, and what I'm willing to live without - is kinda difficult!! Looks like I might be back to looking at the OBX, but then paying extra for things like a new set of unpainted flares and decent set of wheels/tires ...

am I the only one?

The Ford site has your BD with signature lighting. Might be closest we ever get though.

And yea that's supposed to be AMB, which appears much darker in real photos. Nice wallpaper though huh.

 

[bdg149]

I'm in between the ManSquatchHog and the ManBearPig

But will you be getting the half ManBear/half Pig? Or half Man/half BearPig?

Ahhhhh decisions!!!

 

[Stumblios]

the black diamond doesn’t have the digital cluster?!?!??!!!!? this is so annoying lol

Do you mean it has only analog gauges, because thats awesome for me if true.

 

[broadicustomworks]

The Ford site has your BD with signature lighting. Might be closest we ever get though.

And yea that's supposed to be AMB, which appears much darker in real photos. Nice wallpaper though huh.

Yeah this is the absolute most-tempting picture of a BD on Earth. Set up right, good stance. All it needs is some more aggressive tires (like some KO2's) and it would be perfect.
If you're into the small details, the badge is probably the best-looking, and goes well with the AMB.

 

[broncoj11]

Do you mean it has only analog gauges, because thats awesome for me if true.

not to me:/

 

[Broncomputer]

I thought the floor was made out of recycled Led Zeppelin records?

 

[Lowcountry Bronco]

I thought the floor was made out of recycled Led Zeppelin records?

Sacrilege!

 

[Cheshire]

I'm pretty upset that you don't seem to be able to get adaptive cruise control in the black diamond trim. I just want a rear locker, metal bumpers, and the washout interior. I don't need the nicer wheels, front locker, or the upgraded suspension from the badlands for what I plan to do with the truck but I can't get the lux package on the BD. If I could I would be able to keep it under $50k with the 2.7. Any other trim I try to spec out using the options prices from the survey end up putting me at ~$55k because I end up needing to pay for way too much off road capability / wheels to get anything other than open diffs. That's super annoying.

Curious, have you thought about Big Bend. You can option the rear diff lock ($500), HD modular front bumper ($800 w/incl front end bash plate). Wash out interior is okay, but carpet also works for me. I'm leaning towards this 4Dr BB/2.7L/hardtop. I was previously set on the BD until I realized the rear diff lock was available.

 

[Dads_bronze_bronco]

Fender flares are easily removable. Get the painted ones and swap them out with non painted ones with someone?

If you Sasquatch the OB, are the Squatch flares still painted?

 

[calgecko]

If you Sasquatch the OB, are the Squatch flares still painted?

No, if you go with OBX and Squatch, the flares are NOT painted

 

[Internally_Combusted]

Curious, have you thought about Big Bend. You can option the rear diff lock ($500), HD modular front bumper ($800 w/incl front end bash plate). Wash out interior is okay, but carpet also works for me. I'm leaning towards this 4Dr BB/2.7L/hardtop. I was previously set on the BD until I realized the rear diff lock was available.

I've looked at basically all the trims and a number of different combinations. I'm currently hung up on adaptive cruise control. I really can't see myself buying a new vehicle without it. It looks like my best bet right now is an OBX with the lux package, rear locker, and maybe the modular front bumper optioned. I can live without the washout interior and may even prefer cloth in Florida since it won't get so hot in the sun. I'm not a huge fan of the wheels or painted fenders on the OBX though. Honestly, I just wish adaptive cruise could be optioned in some sort of safety package on all the models.

 

[Cheshire]

I've looked at basically all the trims and a number of different combinations. I'm currently hung up on adaptive cruise control. I really can't see myself buying a new vehicle without it. It looks like my best bet right now is an OBX with the lux package, rear locker, and maybe the modular front bumper optioned. I can live without the washout interior and may even prefer cloth in Florida since it won't get so hot in the sun. I'm not a huge fan of the wheels or painted fenders on the OBX though. Honestly, I just wish adaptive cruise could be optioned in some sort of safety package on all the models.

I live in Miami Beach and NO WAY I want vinyl seats. I'd sweat my ass off from April to October. I was set on the BD or BL, but not with those seats. Hopefully Ford will let buyers of those models switch out for cloth seats. LUX pkg huh? Standard is all I care about. Body colored fenders are a turn off for me, but easily replaced. Adaptive CC? No.

 

[QuiteTheMike]

Of all the bizarre combination restrictions... Badlands can't have a hard top with roof rails if you get the 2.7 liter engine?

What?!

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