Trading My BS in: Going for a Full-sized Bronco Big Ben

[Uncle Brad]

I really like my Bronco Sport Big Bend. I understand its limitations, and appreciate all the things it does right. I do have intermittent problems (like the driver-side door not unlocking, notices on the screen of the vehicle being in sleep mode and other weirdities.) I don't like the furry cardboard underneath, the wonky oil pan drain plug, etc. It was the drain plug that did it for me: I'm a big old guy that does my own oil changes, and have had 2-door Jeep Wranglers, with manuals, for the past 25 years. Frankly, I wouldn't be caught on even a mild trail with the undercarriage of the Bronco Sport Big Bend being so exposed. And I really miss a manual transmission. So. I have opted for a 2024 Big Bend 2-door with the 7-speed manual transmission. These vehicles are getting hard to find. In fact, the only option on this one is the proper Ford ("Velocity") blue.

Not an easy decision to make: my Bronco Sport really "checks the boxes" for me in so many ways.

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[Quashish]

nice! love that it still comes with the manual option too. im sure you know how to drive but read up on low speed pre ignition with these ecoboost engines

 

[Uncle Brad]

Thanks, will do.

 

[Ford Motor Company]

I really like my Bronco Sport Big Bend. I understand its limitations, and appreciate all the things it does right. I do have intermittent problems (like the driver-side door not unlocking, notices on the screen of the vehicle being in sleep mode and other weirdities.) I don't like the furry cardboard underneath, the wonky oil pan drain plug, etc. It was the drain plug that did it for me: I'm a big old guy that does my own oil changes, and have had 2-door Jeep Wranglers, with manuals, for the past 25 years. Frankly, I wouldn't be caught on even a mild trail with the undercarriage of the Bronco Sport Big Bend being so exposed. And I really miss a manual transmission. So. I have opted for a 2024 Big Bend 2-door with the 7-speed manual transmission. These vehicles are getting hard to find. In fact, the only option on this one is the proper Ford ("Velocity") blue.

Not an easy decision to make: my Bronco Sport really "checks the boxes" for me in so many ways.

We appreciate you sharing your story, Brad! Glad to have you as part of the Ford family. We hope you enjoy your new Bronco!

 

[supaDean]

I feel you on this! Personally, I find the 2-door a bit too limited on it's cargo space. I wish it came somewhere in the middle between the full-size Bronco and the Bronco Sport.

 

[Uncle Brad]

Just took delivery. I'm VERY impressed with the new full-sized Bronco. No squeaks or rattles. Fit and finish overall seem better than the Bronco Sport. Quickly got used to the clutch. Everything feels much tighter, intuitive and more refined than the Wrangler. It's a head-turner too.

 

[tjbronco]

My favorite of the Bronco family is the 2-door - and I would take it with a manual as well. Color is good too - so I think you did pretty well. Right now - with my kids and long commute, I don't think the 2-door would work right now for me - but maybe in a few years...

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