Spotted a Bronco Raptor / Warthog prototype?

[Oesh01]

The door is open...you couldn’t get an inside pic?

I could not.

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[Broncofly]

It's certainly a few inches lifted compared to the stock one.......probably with some heavy duty Fox suspenders. The real question tho........will it come with "Blue Death" interior? To me, not a damn other thing matters.?‍

 

[HEMI_Shaker]

Remember, all we have seen thus far are prototypes and frakenstein Broncos put together in some back room of spare parts. This maybe just the first of "off the line" actual finished Broncos with real interior and stripe packages on the exterior.

This is my guess as well. Also looks to have some extra lift.

 

[Zero_chance]

It is my brain or is there more wheel gap than usual?

Original post indicates it has a lift kit.

 

[ZackDanger]

It's certainly a few inches lifted compared to the stock one.......probably with some heavy duty Fox suspenders. The real question tho........will it come with "Blue Death" interior? To me, not a damn other thing matters.?‍

I'm not 100% convinced this one has any more lift than standard BL/Squatch. (Though I am more than happy to be proved incorrect.)

Judging by where the rock rails are in relation to wheel hubs, they seem to be in line with the top lug nuts, which is what we've seen from other photos.

I think what's happening is the fender flares are different(absent, or with more clearance) which is making the wheel gaps larger, and thus making it look taller.

Also, the OP's picture is a great photo taken at a farther distance, and lower than most of the shots we've seen so far. Perspective could be playing a big part in how different this thing looks.

 

[SupremoSombrero]

I'm not 100% convinced this one has any more lift than standard BL/Squatch. (Though I am more than happy to be proved incorrect.)

Judging by where the rock rails are in relation to wheel hubs, they seem to be in line with the top lug nuts, which is what we've seen from other photos.

I think what's happening is the fender flares are different(absent, or with more clearance) which is making the wheel gaps larger, and thus making it look taller.

It's not fair to tease us with a Warthog (kickass name) while we're still waiting on standard gear. A 3.5L ecoboost in the Bronco would be so sweet. With the low gearing and 4WD, it will launch like a Porsche Turbo.

 

[Ajusaf]

I didn't want to say anything especially on previous postings on the incognito rooftop, but I think it's time to let the cat out of the bag. That's a electronic retractable top prototype, but it's going to be pricey

 

[GotGOAT]

No... it wasn't running and I needed to get to the office. I didn't have time to wait for them to leave.

“I find your lack of “commitment“ disturbing”!

 

[BroncoBuckaroo]

Being that we really haven't seen a final version of the soft top

I didn't want to say anything especially on previous postings on the incognito rooftop, but I think it's time to let the cat out of the bag. That's a retractable top prototype, but it's going to be pricey

I was thinking same, we haven't really even seen the finalized version of the soft top

 

[Deleted member 3063]

it's the diesel with spare tire delete.

 

[richardcranium3]

This is Ford trying to get some folks to cancel orders and wait for the V8. They are going to have a hell of a time filling back-orders for two years. Being a little sarcastic but seriously, how many would wait an extra year if this is V8?

I’d easily wait another year for the V8. As long as it came with a stick. Otherwise I’ll shamelessly stick with the 2.3L

 

[Parker]

It is obviously a v8 manual, sas with a camper roof and solid axle....

Good luck with the V-8, they don't even put them in Raptor.

 

[rmc523]

With the delay for the first Broncos to hit the street next summer, I wish Ford would just focus on one thing at a time instead of more feats ahead. I just want my Bronco as it was introduced, not all these new ideas causing exhausting delays.

You realize they're working on vehicles/vehicle designs years in advance right? And this would have nothing to do with any production delays of the "regular" 2021 model at this stage.

 

[joeramirez]

This is Ford trying to get some folks to cancel orders and wait for the V8. They are going to have a hell of a time filling back-orders for two years. Being a little sarcastic but seriously, how many would wait an extra year if this is V8?

Plus with the layoffs coming this year they won't be able to fulfill all of the reservations. Maybe it's a surprise Bronco they are taking to Bronco Super Celebration next week.

 

[Dirty Bronco]

I didn't want to say anything especially on previous postings on the incognito rooftop, but I think it's time to let the cat out of the bag. That's a retractable top prototype, but it's going to be pricey

Yes. That is what I have gathered as well. It also explains the large price increase from the pricing survey we got. Remember that the dual top option was close to $4k when just the hard top was anywhere from $900-1900 I believe. It isn't just a standard soft top... there must be some tricks to it or it is motorized somehow.


Additionally, this Bronco must have some exterior or mechanical differences than the ones we have seen. There is no need for such heavy camouflage for some stripes or accessories.

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