Topless Doorless Experience Comparison Bronco vs Jeep Wrangler (by owner of both)

[ocbucks1]

I've been wondering...what happens when there's a flash rainstorm? Just pull over and get the top on as quickly as possible? Does a lot of water make it into the car with no doors (with roof on)?

Live in So Cal no rain for 7 months straight at least.

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[Aaonter]

I have been a Jeep owner since 2011. That being said - my Unlimited JK hardtop spends 6 months out of the year doorless and topless. On and off road, 60 mile + trips, you name it.

The weather finally permitted me to drop the top and pull the doors off my 4 door Badlands this last weekend and I drove the $#!t out of it.

The ease of door removal - both are very straight forward, the Jeep is a little easier with exposed hinges. The Bronco wasn't difficult , just restricted by the door. Still a quick transition and the Bronco doors are lighter and easier to carry. Ford also provides tools for removal - Jeep does not.

I can't compare tops, Badlands is a soft top and Jeep is a hardtop (I use a hoist).

Driving the completely open Jeep you experience a lot of turbulence from the almost 90 degree windshield. It's strong enough that at moderate speeds it's impossible to keep a hat on(cowboy or trucker). Conversation levels also have to be louder due to this issue. The Bronco has a much more aerodynamic windshield compared to the Jeep. The wind turbulence is minimal (even at 90MPH) - no losing trucker hat at all. Conversations can also be maintained at a normal level. My Jeep has an upgraded stereo so music at any speed is clear with full range of tones- Bronco however is not. At low speeds the Bronco (non lux) is okay - but road and tire noise does overwhelm it. The mirror situation is quite obvious - Jeep bring your own, Bronco has you covered.

The Wrangler does have a security option that I hope the Bronco adopts. A few companies offer an under front seat security drawer large enough for two handguns, $10,000 cash, and two extra handgun magazines. Unfortunately, the under seat vents in the Bronco might impede this type of security option.


I thoroughly enjoyed my weekend of open vehicle driving in the Bronco and to be honest- everything is still off!!

Great write up. Someone might have said this but the Doors on the JL are way lighter than the TJ and JKs I have owned. Made out of aluminum.

 

[Jhuff]

What? They are nervous about free speech?

Good catch. Lol

 

[The Todd]

There’s always someone. First post, too. Member for a year and a half…

I feel so honored to have such an esteemed veteran of the Bronco6G forum comment on my first post. I shall screenshot, frame, and cherish this forever! 🥲

 

[Moto26]

That’s so cool. It’s still weird that after all this time, this is what brought you out of your silence. But whatever.

 

[Oneand0]

The bronco offers 2 safes. One in the center console. And one in the back of the truck where a spare tire is kept on a car. In the trunk. Lift up carpet scenario

I can fit a large Glock and a small revolver and 10 bucks in the center console vault

 

[SuperFord]

The Wrangler does have a security option that I hope the Bronco adopts. A few companies offer an under front seat security drawer large enough for two handguns, $10,000 cash, and two extra handgun magazines.

I called Texas before ever even looking at your profile.

Also, that is an excessive not to mention oddly specific amount of cash to carry around under your seat.

 

[DoorlessDriver]

I have been a Jeep owner since 2011. That being said - my Unlimited JK hardtop spends 6 months out of the year doorless and topless. On and off road, 60 mile + trips, you name it.

The weather finally permitted me to drop the top and pull the doors off my 4 door Badlands this last weekend and I drove the $#!t out of it.

The ease of door removal - both are very straight forward, the Jeep is a little easier with exposed hinges. The Bronco wasn't difficult , just restricted by the door. Still a quick transition and the Bronco doors are lighter and easier to carry. Ford also provides tools for removal - Jeep does not.

I can't compare tops, Badlands is a soft top and Jeep is a hardtop (I use a hoist).

Driving the completely open Jeep you experience a lot of turbulence from the almost 90 degree windshield. It's strong enough that at moderate speeds it's impossible to keep a hat on(cowboy or trucker). Conversation levels also have to be louder due to this issue. The Bronco has a much more aerodynamic windshield compared to the Jeep. The wind turbulence is minimal (even at 90MPH) - no losing trucker hat at all. Conversations can also be maintained at a normal level. My Jeep has an upgraded stereo so music at any speed is clear with full range of tones- Bronco however is not. At low speeds the Bronco (non lux) is okay - but road and tire noise does overwhelm it. The mirror situation is quite obvious - Jeep bring your own, Bronco has you covered.

The Wrangler does have a security option that I hope the Bronco adopts. A few companies offer an under front seat security drawer large enough for two handguns, $10,000 cash, and two extra handgun magazines. Unfortunately, the under seat vents in the Bronco might impede this type of security option.


I thoroughly enjoyed my weekend of open vehicle driving in the Bronco and to be honest- everything is still off!!

Small point, but my 2018 Soft-top JL Sport S came with door removal tools (in a tiny toolkit kept in the center console).

 

[retiredarmymp]

I took my doors and top off for the first time a couple weeks ago. I was surprised it only took 45 minutes to take everything off by myself; of course I was using the TopLift Pro, and I love it because I can store the back and middle sections on it and still move it around the garage if needed, but the open air experience was a blast and I cant wait to take it all off again soon!

 

[patch1103]

My JL comes with tools for door removal. Did the JK not?

My JK did.

 

[See_Later_Alligator]

My top is off whenever the weather is decent, so twice in Wyoming lol. I almost took the doors off but will wait a couple weeks.

I love having the top off. I think the radio is fine but I did upgrade the speakers. I can still do hands free most of the time on phone calls, and have normal conversations. The back seat is louder and windier but who cares about them

I will have the top and doors off as much as possible.

do you have a soft or hard top? How long does it take you to remove the top?

 

[markpilip]

In many places that's referred to as "probable cause." LOL

 

[markpilip]

I called Texas before ever even looking at your profile.

Also, that is an excessive not to mention oddly specific amount of cash to carry around under your seat.

I was debating Florida or Texas as I read it.

 

[Techun]

Honestly you’re the smarter one here. The cop in me cringes when I see someone say they keep a gun and $10k in their open vehicle, safe or not.

Well as a cop you're allowed to steal that 10k.

Oops I mean they forfeit it to you...

 

[crazynova]

Well as a cop you're allowed to steal that 10k.

Oops I mean they forfeit it to you...

Good news is that my agency doesn’t play those games. Nice try though.

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