Jul 30, 2024
Hello all
Perused a few threads, y'all look like a good group of folks. I'm in the market for a 2 door Bronco and hoping to get some input from vets, newbies and the like. This is 'kinda' replacing my 2007 FJ Sun Fusion which I still love at 206K miles. I was an early adopter and tried out all the new accessories as they came along and appreciated the DIY community as I chose a bare bones 6 cyl automatic as a building platform. This go around I not sure I need the same Old Man Emu-type lift but I do want the DIY options as opposed to being forced by package.
I'm not stuck on 2023 or 2024, which 'might' help since there are a few 2023's locally. But I'm also willing to go pickup the right one. I'm looking at lower trims as my starting point and adding my own stuff from there as it makes sense. If one is available that's close, I'm good w/ that as long as I'm not paying for don't cares.
Requirements
- 2 door
- Manual (save the sticks)
- Hardtop
- Heated front seats
- Aux switches (or the ability to get them on there easily)
Nice to haves
- I would LOVE to have a Heritage Edition Azure, Cactus, or Race Red. If not Heritage, I'm not stuck on the package necessarily and Big Bend or Diamond could work.
Things I would like to add soon after purchase
- Molle storage in tailgate.
- Some version of sliders. I like the Rough Country. I prefer a low-profile like I had on my FJ. Mostly it protect mine from door dings.
- 2" tow hitch. Is it better to buy it installed? I was able to install it myself on the FJ.
- Roof rack for snowboards and similar. I don't need ARB-level strength for a tent. Is there a better aftermarket option?
Addition Quesions
- Also, what would be the major reasons to go w/ a '24 over a '23? I read that the screen is bigger, which actually helps my old eyes.
- I'm not going full rock crawler. Is it still worth it to find HOSS 2.0?
Thanks in advance for the helpful responses.
Perused a few threads, y'all look like a good group of folks. I'm in the market for a 2 door Bronco and hoping to get some input from vets, newbies and the like. This is 'kinda' replacing my 2007 FJ Sun Fusion which I still love at 206K miles. I was an early adopter and tried out all the new accessories as they came along and appreciated the DIY community as I chose a bare bones 6 cyl automatic as a building platform. This go around I not sure I need the same Old Man Emu-type lift but I do want the DIY options as opposed to being forced by package.
I'm not stuck on 2023 or 2024, which 'might' help since there are a few 2023's locally. But I'm also willing to go pickup the right one. I'm looking at lower trims as my starting point and adding my own stuff from there as it makes sense. If one is available that's close, I'm good w/ that as long as I'm not paying for don't cares.
Requirements
- 2 door
- Manual (save the sticks)
- Hardtop
- Heated front seats
- Aux switches (or the ability to get them on there easily)
Nice to haves
- I would LOVE to have a Heritage Edition Azure, Cactus, or Race Red. If not Heritage, I'm not stuck on the package necessarily and Big Bend or Diamond could work.
Things I would like to add soon after purchase
- Molle storage in tailgate.
- Some version of sliders. I like the Rough Country. I prefer a low-profile like I had on my FJ. Mostly it protect mine from door dings.
- 2" tow hitch. Is it better to buy it installed? I was able to install it myself on the FJ.
- Roof rack for snowboards and similar. I don't need ARB-level strength for a tent. Is there a better aftermarket option?
Addition Quesions
- Also, what would be the major reasons to go w/ a '24 over a '23? I read that the screen is bigger, which actually helps my old eyes.
- I'm not going full rock crawler. Is it still worth it to find HOSS 2.0?
Thanks in advance for the helpful responses.
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