Wildtrak makes no sense at all.

[BroncoKong Jr.]

I read something in the forum a few months ago that they will be built a little later because the demand is greater for the 4 Dr option.

Interesting, thanks. I guess we won't know for sure until they start rolling off the line

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[TXJeepScientist]

I’m planning on a Badlands build with MGV, but just to play devils advocate on the topic of WT interior...

Is the Wildtrack interior really that bad? I mean, assuming you upgrade to leather, how is it really that much different than the F-250 Limited interior (the nicest super duty interior available which I don’t hear nearly this much whining about)...??

I have a 2019 F-250 Lariat (boring black “leather” seats), and I’d kill for that Limited interior!

The more I start thinking about it, the Camo option is better, but it's a personal preference. When I start thinking about possible mishaps on seats, I won't get as concerned with the seats.

 

[awall987]

How did you come to that graphic?

Took from these threads:

https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/thre...es-reservation-timestamp-2-or-4-dr-trim.9176/

https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/granger-ford-reservation-holders-please-fill-this-out.9178/

As someone else pointed out this is a small sample from a skewed demographic but I thought it was still interesting to see what others were choosing. There are certainly options/trims that will be more popular among non-forum folks; heck if you go by the forum you'd think everyone is getting the manual but in the big picture a small percentage will be sold.

 

[rmc523]

I’m planning on a Badlands build with MGV, but just to play devils advocate on the topic of WT interior...

Is the Wildtrack interior really that bad? I mean, assuming you upgrade to leather, how is it really that much different than the F-250 Limited interior (the nicest super duty interior available which I don’t hear nearly this much whining about)...??

I have a 2019 F-250 Lariat (boring black “leather” seats), and I’d kill for that Limited interior!

It isn't, really.

From a design perspective, I will say having Wildtrak basically be the "black package" option (with its gloss black grille, mirror caps, wheels, and roof - when available), it does seem odd that the interior wouldn't also be black. But that doesn't mean it doesn't look good. At least not having the option of an all-black interior is interesting, though.

 

[BroncoKong Jr.]

Just making a visual representation as to what the original poster in this thread was articulating. And no, you can not do this with most vehicles of differing trim levels, there is usually something very distinctive to each one, in this case there is not.

Wildtrak basically gets the blackout package: top (formerly), mirrors, grille, wheel rings, and bronco emblem. That's absolutely visually distinct.

 

[BroncoKong Jr.]

Those are things that most motor guys like me can easily do and much cheaper than the almost $3000 Ford is charging for that trim level. But yes, it is visually different and if that type of mod is beyond someones capabilities to do then they should absolutely buy it from Ford.

 

[guzie]

I read something in the forum a few months ago that they will be built a little later because the demand is greater for the 4 Dr option.

Bunch of garbage. There is desire for 4dr and 2dr. they will be building both on the line at the same time.

 

[Vigor]

Also don't forget about the visually striking and aesthetically pleasing fender emblem that let's everyone who sees you instantly know that you have arrived in a WILDTRAK BRONCO!

What did the wildtrak do to you

 

[wavydave]

In the world before we were able to B&P/order our fully optioned Broncos at 2k below invoice, the Wildtrak would have made more sense - if it was a dealer-ordered package vs a customer-ordered vehicle.

Let's say if a potential $$$$ customer went to Crapside Ford in San Antonio, and they had 5 Base 2.3L, 2 BD (2.3), 0 BL, but 2 Wildtraks, what do you think said $$$$ customer might opt for?

Yes, I chose the Wildtrak, but I might change my mind - then again, I might not. Although I am not a mallrat, I don't live near any mountains, and ranches in Texas are private property.

 

[wavydave]

Also don't forget about the visually striking and aesthetically pleasing fender emblem that let's everyone who sees you instantly know that you have arrived in a WILDTRAK BRONCO!

I can only hear this in a Doug DeMuro voice...

 

[da_jokker]

Sorry but this is the total opposite mindset. Why would anyone buy a lower trimmed version when for just a tad more you could jump to the top. The value and resell would be so much higher on a WT no matter how you optioned out a lower trim.

 

[Gamecock]

Good point, higher trim will always have better resale value.

Higher by dollars of course, but not by percentage. I thought Rubis had the best resale for Jeep, but looked when someone said Sport does...and Sport does hold its value best as a percentage of price paid.

 

[rmc523]

Just making a visual representation as to what the original poster in this thread was articulating. And no, you can not do this with most vehicles of differing trim levels, there is usually something very distinctive to each one, in this case there is not.

Sure, if you ignore everything that makes it visually distinct, they're completely the same! lol

 

[Johnny Mo]

Let me see if I can make some sense for you of where I am coming from.

On the Wildtrak vs the Big Bend Sasquatch yeah they have some little subtle differences but not really a huge thing. I mean seriously a shiny black grill vs a satin one, black trim rings on the wheels, a different fender badge and lastly shiny black mirrors instead of again the satin ones. I'm not including the top because the original poster included optioning the Big Bend with the same. Ok you say that is visually distinctive and technically that is correct but me personally I think that it is kinda cheesy on Ford's part.

Now let's compare a Ford Raptor vs a regular F-150, now that's what I say being visually distinctive is all about. The Raptor has a totally different grill, all four fenders are flared out much wider, the hood is totally different, it has huge graphics on the fenders, the tail gate is totally different and the exhaust is not anywhere like the standard F-150. Now that is what I'm talking about as to being visually different. But hey, if you find a trim different because some of the satin parts are now painted shiny black and it has a different fender badge then all I can say is Ford loves guys like you. You will pay extra coin to get a trim level that literally cost them next to nothing. What say you RMC?

If the plan is to stay with a mid package and non-leather seats then yeah the BB is the way to go. Value is defined differently by each buyer, I want leather (and can live with the 2 tone) I want sport mode because coming out of my Cayenne I'm gonna need something zippy and fun, but I also want the premium sound system - I don't have the time or desire to try and build a custom sound system. But to come here and say it doesn't make any sense - doesn't make any sense. People shouldn't be shamed for wanting to buy their vehicle where they will spend alot of time - the way they want and option it however they want. If someone feels the need to talk themselves into a lesser trim level - it's kind of a shitty way to go about it. DO what ever makes you happy and be happy for others doing the same.

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