I also tried to get them to quote me a trade in offer once I got my delivery date notice so I could be prepared. No dice. They want you in the hot seat. 🔥 Maybe your dealer will be cooler than mine.
I had a similar situation and ended up trading mine in. I was surprised to learn I would get credit for sales tax on the trade-in. Something to look into or consider in the equation.
I purchased a Bronco at a different dealer than where I placed my order and they gave me a $2500 discount. (I don't know if they did it correctly as my order does not appear to be canceled.) It shows up as a Manufacturer Rebate on my contract. Seems like other dealers could make it happen if...
My favorite is seeing basically the exact same build I ordered, including the tow package I removed and the hard top I'm not compromising on, in the inventory of a dealer less than 30 miles away from the one I ordered from (And of course it's sold immediately). Ford is really good at logistics.