new bronco?
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I own two 68's currently, I would like nothing more than to see a new version of the old girl built. I agree, keep it small keep it in line with the original as far as solid front and rear axles, and removable top (wouldn't be a bronk without it). I think the fuel mileage would be decent and get an instant following. I would sign up for the first one on the lot...
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From: Tucson (Cortaro & I10)
While driving around the other day, I noticed a Flex waiting to make a left turn from the other direction. There seems to be a certain basic similarity between the Flex and the Bronco concept.
Perhaps the Flex could be the size & frame upon which they could base a new Bronco? Car-like ride, efficient ride, good size without being a mini Escape.
Thoughts?
Perhaps the Flex could be the size & frame upon which they could base a new Bronco? Car-like ride, efficient ride, good size without being a mini Escape.
Thoughts?
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If the Bronco doesn't come back as a viable off road competitor of the Jeep I believe it will only end up as a "fad" of sorts IE (FJ Cruiser) and not get the proper backing that it would need to sustain sales year after year. I really think Ford could hit another home run here like they did with the Mustang re-birth.
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I could not agree more strongly.
If the Bronco doesn't come back as a viable off road competitor of the Jeep I believe it will only end up as a "fad" of sorts IE (FJ Cruiser) and not get the proper backing that it would need to sustain sales year after year. I really think Ford could hit another home run here like they did with the Mustang re-birth.
Rick.
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From: Mobile, AL
I'm not liking that as much as the more rugged Super Duty body and drivetrain. IMHO
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I'm not liking that as much as the more rugged Super Duty body and drive train. IMHO[/QUOTE]
You may like looks of those pavement pounders but neither one of those rigs is conquering anything more serious than a parking lot curb.
The guys that are looking for a serious 4X4 don't live on S. Yuppie st. California.
The upcoming 35 mpg that is mandated won't allow that kind of mistake.
Full size trucks ain't very maneuverable, don't compete with jeeps.
You don't need 3/4 ton runing gear in a rig that has a curb wieght of #4000 pounds.
You may like looks of those pavement pounders but neither one of those rigs is conquering anything more serious than a parking lot curb.
The guys that are looking for a serious 4X4 don't live on S. Yuppie st. California.
The upcoming 35 mpg that is mandated won't allow that kind of mistake.
Full size trucks ain't very maneuverable, don't compete with jeeps.
You don't need 3/4 ton runing gear in a rig that has a curb wieght of #4000 pounds.
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From: Mobile, AL
Are we conceited to defeat? I miss the old days, I think I'll go buy an old Bronco and run over a jeep.
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From: rural retreat
are there still gonna be the big and little Broncos like in the 78 -96??? cause I believe they could have come out with them a few years ago when they had the explorer sport.
dang. i still think they should come back out with the f-100
dang. i still think they should come back out with the f-100
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From: Southeast NC
People are still swapping solid axles into 80-96s for a reason...
IFS is getting better though... still not there yet, but its better than it was...
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From: Southeast NC
None of them (even though I wouldnt miss Escape).. None of them are off road vehicles... Ford doesnt have an off road SUV any more.. Bronco would fit in as the off roader, whether as a fullsize or a midsize or somehow both...