Ford Bronco back by 2020

[ovrszd]

The Bronco didn't fail. It sold well, and was replaced with the Expedition and they've sold over 2.5M of those to date. If they had decided to simply call the Expedition a remodeled Bronco they would still have sold 2.5M of them.

Bronco fans have been vocal for 20 years asking Ford for a new version, and you can't change that with your opinion.

It sounds like you should start a thread titled "who doesn't believe Ford will release a new Bronco in 2020" because that's what you're arguing.

The Bronco as everyone reading this thread knows it failed. That's why it's no longer offered. That has nothing to do with my opinion.

As to whether it's reintroduced, I guess we shall see in about 30 months.

 

[Steppenwolfe]

I've got an original 1966 Bronco sitting up at my shop awaiting restoration. Bought it about 16 years ago and drove it around quite a bit for 5 years. Rides like a rock, and turns like the Titanic. Top speed downhill in neutral ( it's faster in neutral) is about 55 to 60. Uphill isn't measured in mph, but by movement of the sun. Ford has a long way to go to make a new Bronco fun...

 

[GManBart]

The Bronco as everyone reading this thread knows it failed. That's why it's no longer offered. That has nothing to do with my opinion.

As to whether it's reintroduced, I guess we shall see in about 30 months.

Calling a car with a 30 year production run a failure is just silly.

It was superseded by a new model just like many successful models (names more than anything) get replaced over time.

 

[Ford850]

The Bronco changed drastically over it's life like many of the other vehicles. It went from a small Jeep-like vehicle to a large truck based SUV. When Ford went to the "E" names for their SUV's, the Bronco name was dropped and replaced by the newly designed Expedition. (Escape, Edge, Explorer, Expedition, Excursion). I think the new Bronco will be similar to the new Ranger in size, style, and technology. I wonder if they will make it a specialty SUV like the Raptor is to Ford's Truck line. They could have fun with that. Or if it will be just another mid sized SUV and a reason to discontinue one of the existing SUVs like the Edge.

 

[ovrszd]

I've got an original 1966 Bronco sitting up at my shop awaiting restoration. Bought it about 16 years ago and drove it around quite a bit for 5 years. Rides like a rock, and turns like the Titanic. Top speed downhill in neutral ( it's faster in neutral) is about 55 to 60. Uphill isn't measured in mph, but by movement of the sun. Ford has a long way to go to make a new Bronco fun...

I have a deep attachment to that model of Bronco. Searched for several years trying to find one around here that wasn't rusted out. My wife is still searching.

If you love em, you accept their natural inadequacies. Hope you get yours restored someday!!!

 

[ovrszd]

Calling a car with a 30 year production run a failure is just silly.

It was superseded by a new model just like many successful models (names more than anything) get replaced over time.

The Bronco was never a car. And it's 30 year run was only in name. Only common ground between the 3 different versions was 4 tires.

 

[ovrszd]

The Bronco changed drastically over it's life like many of the other vehicles. It went from a small Jeep-like vehicle to a large truck based SUV. When Ford went to the "E" names for their SUV's, the Bronco name was dropped and replaced by the newly designed Expedition. (Escape, Edge, Explorer, Expedition, Excursion). I think the new Bronco will be similar to the new Ranger in size, style, and technology. I wonder if they will make it a specialty SUV like the Raptor is to Ford's Truck line. They could have fun with that. Or if it will be just another mid sized SUV and a reason to discontinue one of the existing SUVs like the Edge.

I agree.

 

[MF283]

I'd like to see the Ranger make it's way across the ocean, good looking truck from the pics i've seen.

Ronnie

 

[fordmantpw]

I don't believe any of this. Including the picture of the old Bronco that's fake......

It IS happening...well, except for that fake pic. It will be produced at Michigan Assembly Plant that currently produces the Focus. It will be built alongside the Ranger, and another as-yet-unannounced SUV. You can take it to the bank!

What happened to the Bronco demand?? Since the Big-3 enthusiasts are large in number compared to Jeep enthusiasts, why did the Bronco fail while the Wrangler survived?

The Bronco died for a couple reasons. One is that it got away from it's roots. It grew too large, and got away from it's original idea. Secondly, the market for 2-door SUVs dried up. Everybody wanted 4 doors, so the Expedition was born. Basing the Bronco on the Ranger will bring the size back down to where it should be instead of basing it on the full-size truck.

Expect the 2020 Bronco to come in both 2 door and 4 door versions (just like the Wrangler). I would expect the Bronco to be an easier to live with Wrangler. It will have near the same off road capability, but be a much more friendly vehicle to drive on road, and will be available with all the creature comforts if you want them.

As far as whether I would buy one or not, it depends on the final product. We will be replacing our Flex about that time, and if the on road ride and creature comforts are up to spec, I would love to have one. However, the Flex is my wife's daily driver, so she will have the final say on it's replacement. She can choose any vehicle as long as it's a Ford (or Lincoln, but we can't afford them)!

I'd like to see the Ranger make it's way across the ocean, good looking truck from the pics i've seen.

Ronnie

It's coming for the '19 model year. The US version will get a new front end treatment and unique engines.

 

[PJSprog]

I had an '86 Bronco II for many years. Despite my best efforts, and those of the original owner, that truck proved hard to kill. The paint peeled off long before the engine finally gave up the ghost.

Honestly, I really like the look of the concept designs I've seen so far. I've been considering trading my Kia Soul for a Sportage, since my commute got considerably closer. A Rondo would be even better if I could get one in the US. However, I would seriously consider the Bronco again.