JTsGarage
Member
- First Name
- Jeffrey
- Joined
- Jul 13, 2021
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- 6
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- Location
- North Carolina
- Vehicle(s)
- Jeep Gladiator
I think Wrangler's 2nd quarter sales had more to do with seasonal demand and a good (for most people) economy. Spring and summer always create a spike for Wrangler sales (Gladiator too). The economy and COVID got people to shake up their priority list, namely moving "fun" closer to the top. That's why boat sales have been shattering records. It used to be that the no. 1 item cross-shopped with the Wrangler was a boat.theres even been some thought that wrangler sales have spiked due to the return of the bronco. the wrangler just had their best quarter, and i can be honest and say that i originally wanted a bronco, coming from being a truck guy, but due to the production delays of the bronco i went out and test drove a wrangler and actually really liked it. now i am here, thanks to bronco
That said, I think as good as the Bronco appears to be the JL Wrangler is every bit as good. Better in some areas. Some of the perceived flaws of the Wrangler (such as the sound bar "obstructing the open air feeling") are only due to Ford making their absence in the Bronco seem like a huge plus. In reality, early reviews have noted that the speakers in the Bronco are a disappointment. And I've never once heard someone in the back of my Jeep complain about the sound bar, lol.
I'm sure the Bronco probably drives better due to IFS but I doubt it's the most earth-shattering driving experience. It's not a Porsche 911. Ultimately, people will choose what fits their needs best and what makes them smile. The Jeep does it for me but I'm sure the Bronco will do it for others. It's awesome to have two such icons on the market for sale in a world of boring crossovers though!
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