How rare is my Bronco

[UncleBrad]

Down the road, rarity will matter less than desirable options.
My 23 Heritage Edition 2 door manual is one of under 300 2 door manuals made that year due to supply issues.
Not one of 300 in my color, 300 with my drivetrain... 300 total.
If I ever decided to sell, it wouldn't matter.
People want 4 doors, people want automatics, people want V6s.
They would choose a 24 over mine because it came with the 12" screen.
People MAY pay more for my removable rear windows.
2 door, Heritage, small screen, manua,l mod top with removable windows.
It is 100% a unicorn... But it won't pull a big price.

For what it's worth, I very much disagree. This 2-dr manual Sasquatch is already uncommon - especially with that color. One cannot predict the value of it in the future. It MAY or MAY NOT be a collectible in, say, 30 years. We can't know. But we DO know that it is uncommon. And we DO know that the 2-door manuals are disappearing fast (and - respectfully - not for the reasons you propose). And we DO know - unarguably - there overall has been historical preference for 2-door variants. Just because people today choose (real or imagined) a 4-door white or black automatic with a big screen doesn't mean somebody 40 years from now will be clearing out their shop to restore one: the junkyards WILL be littered with them. There WILL be substantially less 2-doors available for the future collector. That is a certainty.

It may be too soon to use words like "rare" and "unicorn" right now for the early 2-door manual 6G Sasquatch, and (for largely the same reasons) it's too soon to write them off.

And I gotta say this: people DO want 2-doors with manual transmissions in larger numbers than you may think (and in larger numbers than automotive manufacturers admit to). There are other reasons, and these reasons have been hammered to death in this forum.

I also gotta say that even now folks are surprised to see a non-white, non-black, 2-door manual Bronco in a zippy color. And they LIKE it.

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[MNBigfoot]

First , change "rare" to "desirable". Some times what makes it desirable is the rarity. Other times, it is rare because nobody desired it.
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I highly doubt they will achieve Corvette levels of desirability, but there will be a desire for them as long as there is an off-roading community.

Yes undesirable and rare seem to go hand in hand here, get a trim nobody wants in a color nobody wants and you can claim you have something rare.

I'm not a Vette guy, but have a few friends who've had mid 70's though eary 2000's and not sure anyone's paid over $10k, and pretty clean C4's go for $4-5k(?). Pretty much in line with a Gen2-5 Bronco.

 

[SHANUT]

Ok,

Initially I figured finding a base trim 2dr manual sasquatch was going to be difficult because it was just owned by people who weren't going to let it go.

What the dealer said was it was a special order only for pretty much every dealer in 2022.

So my question is, I have a Cyber Orange Metallic 2 Dr base advanced trim with a manual transmission and the sound deadening option for the hard top with 23k miles on it that I just paid 36k for. Would this be rare and in 20 years would it be basically a unicorn or were 10s of thousands made the exact same and its just uncommon?

 

[SHANUT]

Ok,

Initially I figured finding a base trim 2dr manual sasquatch was going to be difficult because it was just owned by people who weren't going to let it go.

What the dealer said was it was a special order only for pretty much every dealer in 2022.

So my question is, I have a Cyber Orange Metallic 2 Dr base advanced trim with a manual transmission and the sound deadening option for the hard top with 23k miles on it that I just paid 36k for. Would this be rare and in 20 years would it be basically a unicorn or were 10s of thousands made the exact same and its just uncommon?

Rare is the same as nobody wanted one in a lot of cases. However, I love my 2 doors and they will be sought after in the future. Especially after all these families/couples who had to settle for a 4 door to accommodate kids grow older and want a 2 door.

 

[the poacher]

Interesting study. It warms my heart that the color Gold (#12 at 34.4%) is worst on the list. Ick

I could not agree more, gold is an absolutely terrible colour!

 

[HoosierDaddy]

Looking at another thread here ...
if they were to stop making the tops removable on these.... yeah, that might drive the desirability and rarity ... right through the roof.

Yet another reason I say, who knows what the future holds?!??!

 

[HoosierDaddy]

It may be too soon to use words like "rare" and "unicorn" right now

Agreed, but somewhere out there , right now, is a Peak Blue 2dr HEL!
I've seen pictures!!! LOL!

 

[UncleBrad]

Yes undesirable and rare seem to go hand in hand here, get a trim nobody wants in a color nobody wants and you can claim you have something rare.

I'm not a Vette guy, but have a few friends who've had mid 70's though eary 2000's and not sure anyone's paid over $10k, and pretty clean C4's go for $4-5k(?). Pretty much in line with a Gen2-5 Bronco.

>> nobody wants in a color nobody wants and you can claim you have something rare.

No! In the first place, in terms of collectible decades from now, the color "nobody" wants now may absolutely be the color to look for in the marketplace! And just because "nobody" wants a 2-door trim now doesn't mean it won't be the trim to look for in the collector's market in the future (again: history nearly always indicates 2-door favorability). We just can't know for sure.

History tells us that hardtops (no "B" pillars) are more desirable than the coupes. It also tells us that the convertibles generally pull a lot more value. But vendor and OEM parts availability, region, economy, etc. all have to be factored in.

 

[Razorbak86]

I have a Cyber Orange Metallic 2 Dr base advanced trim with a manual transmission and the sound deadening option for the hard top with 23k miles on it that I just paid 36k for. Would this be rare and in 20 years would it be basically a unicorn or were 10s of thousands made the exact same and its just uncommon?

Great real-world advice from others so far. However, I suggest you consider a different approach of tapping the myth and magic of the automotive "barn find" to maximize your IRR (Internal Rate of Return).

Allow me to explain.

Syd Roo's Strategic Barn Find

Syd Roo, [insert age], was a man consumed by the classic car market’s greatest narrative: the Barn Find. He was less interested in driving pleasure and more in long-term, tax-advantaged asset appreciation. Syd's primary motivation was his three children — Chloe, a struggling muralist; Liam, a philosophy major; and Bryce, a data scientist — all of whom he constantly reminded, "You'll thank me later, when the hammer drops!"

His investment vehicle of choice was a 2022 Ford Bronco, Base Trim, 2-Door, with the 7-speed Manual Transmission and the Sasquatch Package, all slathered in the highly desirable Cyber Orange Metallic paint. Syd acquired this specific vehicle secondhand in late 2025, after it had been lightly driven for three years. He negotiated a final price of $36,000 USD—a price he considered a bargain that guaranteed exponential future returns.

The Preservation Protocol

Syd’s logic was flawless, in his own mind: The 2022 Base/Sasquatch/Manual combo was a rare enthusiast specification. Its low initial secondhand purchase price guaranteed higher margin. If a derelict 1961 Ferrari could sell for $18 million, his "untouched" Bronco, found fifty years from now, would be the most significant piece of 21st-century Americana ever discovered.

1. The Stasis Chamber: Syd drove the Bronco directly from the seller's driveway (ODO: 18,721 miles) into his specially prepared, dehumidified, and alarm-rigged barn. He declared the mileage "fixed" at 18,721 miles and vowed it would never change. He immediately wrapped it in breathable Tyvek and perched it on jack stands, ignoring the fact that the slight wear and tear of those 18,721 miles would also be preserved for posterity.
2. The "Organic" Neglect: Knowing the auction houses demand "patina," Syd rigged a complex, battery-powered system of leaf blowers and industrial vacuum cleaners to occasionally spray a fine, filtered layer of ancient topsoil over the vehicle every 90 days. He wanted the dirt, but not the rust or mouse damage.
3. The Provenance Kit: He meticulously placed a handwritten journal on the passenger seat (detailing the exact date the truck was last driven and his heirs' future appreciation), a roll of expired 35mm film, and a pair of perfectly preserved, brand-new Ford dealer paper floor mats.

The Family Backstory

Syd's children grew up under the heavy shadow of the Cyber Orange Metallic monolith.

• "Dad, can I borrow the Bronco to move a canvas?" Chloe asked in 2026.
  • "Absolutely not! That vehicle is the nexus of your future financial security! Its mileage must remain fixed at 18,721 forever! Use the rusty '98 Focus."
• "My philosophy thesis is about the fallacy of consumer fetishism," Liam noted in 2030.
  • Syd interrupted: "Nonsense! That Bronco, son, will prove the utility of fetishism! Its appreciation will buy you a summer home!"

The Future Outcome

Syd passed away peacefully in 2067 at the age of [do the math]. His children, now in their 70s, finally convened to "unveil the inheritance."

The Bronco was exactly as Syd left it: pristine under the dust, the manual transmission untouched, the Cyber Orange Metallic paint blazing under the fluorescent lights.

Chloe called the premier auction house, Sotheby's-Detroit, breathlessly describing the "Uninterrupted Provenance" of the 2022 Bronco Base/Sasquatch/Manual, 18,721 Original Miles (Untouched Since 2025) Barn Find.

The specialist on the other end cleared his throat.

"That’s... interesting. The Base trim, you say? Manual transmission? Fascinating. It does have some initial mileage. And the cost to extract and recommission the rubber and plastics after 42 years of non-use would be substantial. Let me check the market."

The market had spoken loudly over the preceding decades. By 2067, the world ran on hyper-efficient electric vehicles and autonomous transport pods. The nostalgia market for internal combustion engine SUVs, especially Base models with significant initial mileage, was negligible. Furthermore, Syd's attempts to preserve the vehicle were overzealous, meaning the car lacked the genuine, destructive decay that truly sells a barn find story.

Sotheby's-Detroit Auction Catalog Description
(Lot #2067-B):

LOT 2067-B: A Glimpse into Early 21st-Century Americana – The Syd Roo Collection "Barn Fresh" Ford Bronco

2022 Ford Bronco Base 2-Door Manual with Sasquatch Package Finished in Striking Cyber Orange Metallic

Estimate: To the Moon!

"Discovered in a meticulously maintained, climate-controlled barn outside of Southeastern Michigan, this remarkable 2022 Ford Bronco represents a unique snapshot of a bygone automotive era. The visionary late owner, Mr. Syd Roo, famously placed this vehicle into an astonishing 42-year period of stasis, ensuring its preservation for future generations.

While showing a modest 18,721 miles from its initial three years of light use, this Bronco has been zealously protected from the ravages of time since late 2025. Its vibrant Cyber Orange Metallic finish, a testament to early 2020s design bravado, retains an authentic "barn fresh" patina—a delicate, organically applied layer of dust meticulously curated over decades.

This example boasts the rare and highly sought-after 7-speed manual transmission, a mechanical marvel increasingly obsolete in modern motoring. Paired with the iconic Sasquatch Package, offering enhanced off-road capabilities, this Bronco symbolizes a period when drivers actively engaged with their vehicles and the terrain.

Included in this extraordinary lot is the original "Provenance Kit," containing Mr. Roo's detailed handwritten journal, chronicling his profound belief in the Bronco's future collectibility, alongside period-correct ephemera.

Though not a true "zero-mile" find, the intentional, decades-long preservation efforts of Mr. Roo render this Bronco an unparalleled artifact. It stands as a powerful testament to personal foresight and a poignant reminder of the enduring allure of the internal combustion engine. An incredibly rare opportunity for the dedicated enthusiast or museum curator."

Please note: Due to its extended period of non-operation, significant recommissioning of fluids, seals, and rubber components will be required.

The Reality of the Sale:

• Original Investment (2025): $36,000
• The Bronco's Eventual Auction Price (2067): $12,000
• The Loss: An astonishing nominal loss of $24,000, compounded by 42 years of lost inflation, opportunity costs, and the annual maintenance fees Syd paid for the dehumidifiers and security system.

The Bronco sold to a man who needed parts for his functioning 2022 Bronco. He cannibalized the practically new engine and suspension components, scrapping the dusty, perfectly preserved chassis.

Liam used his modest inheritance to fund a one-way ticket to a remote philosophical commune. Chloe bought a lifetime supply of spray paint. Bryce, the data scientist, simply printed Syd’s ledger and taped it to the refrigerator, labeling the column, "IRR (Internal Rate of Return) of Barn-Find Strategy: -5.1%."

-- Courtesy of: Google Gemini

 

[DefNotBuddyLee]

@HoosierDaddy 2 dr AntiMatter Blue 7MT would be rarer than OPs build in my opinion. Only built with that color for a few months, while Cyber Orange had a run for 2.5 years. The dealer telling you that build was special order is somewhat disingenuous. It's like saying every 2021 was a special order. Well yeah, because every dealer was flooded with orders and Ford could not build enough to fill those orders. So pretty much every Bronco going to a dealership was going to be someone's pre-order or order and subject to the allocation Ford allotted for dealers at the time. If your Bronco was built in 2022, I guarantee it fell into this category.

In 30-40 years, if you garage your Bronco now all original and in great condition with low miles...you will have a unicorn.

*OMG I saw @Razorbak86 post that went up right before I posted. Great work!

 

[Phil James]

Ok,

Initially I figured finding a base trim 2dr manual sasquatch was going to be difficult because it was just owned by people who weren't going to let it go.

What the dealer said was it was a special order only for pretty much every dealer in 2022.

So my question is, I have a Cyber Orange Metallic 2 Dr base advanced trim with a manual transmission and the sound deadening option for the hard top with 23k miles on it that I just paid 36k for. Would this be rare and in 20 years would it be basically a unicorn or were 10s of thousands made the exact same and its just uncommon?

That's my build. Mine's Oxford White though.

 

[HoosierDaddy]

-- Courtesy of: Google Gemini

LOL!!!

However , you should lead with the AI disclaimer because I read the whole story as GOD level smart-assery!
Like , "Holy shit! How does he NOT mean this to be as offensive as all hell ! "

EDIT: Can we use that AI created pic for a T-shirt?
Even better, have it customized for each of our builds!

 

[DarthLincoln]

I could not agree more, gold is an absolutely terrible colour!

oops! I didn’t pay attention to your profile pic. That’s much better.
My parents used to have a gold Ford Windstar which unfortunately is the kind of gold color most OEMs use.

 

[UncleBrad]

oops! I didn’t pay attention to your profile pic. That’s much better.
My parents used to have a gold Ford Windstar which unfortunately is the kind of gold color most OEMs use.

True - that color was everywhere 25 years ago. But remember the puke light green Ford used in their LTDs, Galaxies, Mavericks, etc in the 1970s? Everybody seemed to like that color then (or Ford got a deal on the paint). My parents briefly had a 1968 Country Squire in that awful color. But, now, I really, really want a 1968 Ford LTD, with the hidden headlights, in a proper puke green.

 

[DarthLincoln]

True - that color was everywhere 25 years ago. But remember the puke light green Ford used in their LTDs, Galaxies, Mavericks, etc in the 1970s? Everybody seemed to like that color then (or Ford got a deal on the paint). My parents briefly had a 1968 Country Squire in that awful color. But, now, I really, really want a 1968 Ford LTD, with the hidden headlights, in a proper puke green.

I’m not sure which green color that was. My parents had a green 1972 Plymouth Satellite Custom station wagon in a green color like this one. Was that the same color? It did match our refrigerator.

The uber-cool feature of that wagon was the dual-action tailgate that could be opened like a swing-gate or dropped down like a pickup’s tail-gate. Also the back window could be rolled down into the tailgate. I wish Ford did that on the 6G Bronco!

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