I need help with this yall ! So torn.

[broadicustomworks]

Hard to say as none of us are in your shoes or know your situation.
However, the one poster above mentioned cutting back on other things to maybe make it work.
Not a bad answer, if doable.
Granted, if it is that tight, maybe going in more debt isn't the right answer.
OR maybe selling the Mustang and making things doable is the right answer.
But I can tell you a younger and dumber me had to struggle a lot more than I should have making not-the-best financial decisions concerning cars.
And as an added complexity, what if all of your transportation "eggs" are in the Bronco basket and you have some dreaded recall/warranty issue and you end up with a dealer who absolutely will not do the loaner thing...making payments on something you can't drive and not having a way to get back and forth (and not being able to afford a rental because you are paycheck to paycheck) is a LOT of added stress...
Points to ponder.
Not assuming you are going to be that strapped, more of a "what if" scenario.

Perfect world? Be able to keep and enjoy both, always have a backup vehicle just in case.
At the end of the day this is an awesome ride to have but it is not worth undue stress and hardship to own.

Someone else mentioned scaling back the model and having both. Another very good answer and viable option.
Best of luck either way.

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[Haelous]

I usually use a spreadsheet to estimate yearly costs when I plan a large financial change. If you don't see keeping the Mustang being a huge detriment to your quality of life over the next year after doing such an estimate, I'd suggest keeping it.

I have a 2016 GT that I like very much. I'm planning to keep it forever.

With that said, do not be car poor. It is never worth it.

 

[HCGxKaLiBeR]

I can see regretting selling the Camaro. You also regret selling your wife? Did you get a good deal?

I wasn't being clear, but LMAO. haha

 

[Rizz512]

I'm really happy with the Bronco but I don't think it's a very practical daily driver imo.

As others have said do what makes the most financial sense above all.

 

[BostonSasquatch]

I pulled up to a BMW X7 at a red light, and we sort of eyed each other's rides. I said, "You can go faster than me, but I can haul you out of a ditch."
He smiled and the light turned green.
A later thought: the Beemer street SUVs -- like the Mustang--have run-flats. You can go more places with your rubber.

 

[HotRod76]

I am so glad this thread exists! I have an 06 Mustang GT that's got a couple of mods on it. Most people think it's some kind of special edition as I did not go too crazy on modding it (duck tail, katzkin charcoal / silver leather seats, hood scoop, chin spoiler, flow masters, short throw shifter). I wanted it to look like a 69 Boss 429. It sounds like a beast (even though she's only 300HP with that V8) and with only 20K miles on it (basically new). I'm the only owner and figured I would keep the car forever. Yet all I want to do is drive my Bronco. Honestly, I want another Bronco. I think I may have developed a Bronco addiction. I may need help.

 

[Area51BS]

I don’t like cars for daily driving. Useless. I like trucks. Just my opinion. Sell the Mustang. I find the Bronco fun to drive. Hotrods or cars on a drag strip is another story.

 

[Wheelin72]

I agree with most replies, saying that you should keep both if you are able to handle it financially.
Personally, I kept my '14 Mustang GT because I love driving it. I don't NEED it, but I WANT it. I do need a truck or SUV to tow trailers and haul dirt bikes I've had two vehicles for quite a while now (one sporty, one utilitarian).

My advice would be this... when you get the new Bronco, you are going to want to drive it a lot since it is new. During this time, the Mustang will be mostly parked and not getting much use. Wait for the "newness" of the Bronco to pass, and see if you miss driving the Mustang. This is what I experienced. Now, I find that I drive the Mustang more often than when the Bronco was new. You can always decide to sell your Mustang later.

Another thought... This summer, I plan to have the roof and doors off of my Bronco on a regular basis. Last summer, I would go back and forth between installing and removing the hard top, using the hoist system I installed in my garage. But this year, I plan to just leave the top off, and when it rains I can just drive the Mustang without having to reinstall the hard top as often.

 

[Constraints]

Glad this thread is going. I am in a pickle as well. I have a Wildtrak 4dr hardtop, MIC, High package that is scheduled to be built 6/9. I am currently a young professional (29 years old). I live with my family which has allowed me to save for a house while paying off my student debt, Go Ducks! My family would most likely be pissed that I would be getting a new car instead of moving out which they also understand how difficult it is during this whole economic situation. Current car is paid off , gas is cheap and it is a small car. I have always wanted a Bronco but I am afraid that if I go thru with the purchase it wont be a good idea in the long run. I should mentioned that I can afford and have planned to put more money down up front to alleviate the interest and monthly payment. Tuff decision and is stressful to think about. Appreciate any insight.

 

[Canyon Coolers]

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Since you asked this on a Bronco forum I think we know what you wanted to hear. For myself I sold a 2012 Infinity G37, and a 1973 Bronco I had owned for 22 years. Loved them both, but it was the right decision for me.

 

[BAUS67]

So , my wildtrak will be delivered in the next week or so and my 2015 mustang which I originally was going to keep must be sold so I can be in a better position with the bronco..
I don't HAVE TO sell the mustang but it would greatly help me with a lil tigher financial situation currently. Basically I'd be losing one horse but gaining another ..my question is, am I stupid for getting rid of this car? Or is the bronco that much fun that I won't mind ? Or buck up and tighten the belt? I know this is very opinion based but I just wanted some light hearted feedback to soften the loss of my baby..here she is..

As a big Fox body guy who now has a Bronco, I can say that the Bronc is similar to a Stang but with 4WD, IMO. Granted I did not own a newer Stang but my foxes were not stock either. My Bronc only has about 400 miles on it but its got some snot to it (2.7). I do still have one fox left and I can say I enjoy the Bronc more than I do the Stang. The Stang is fast but the Bronc is fast enough and you can just whip it off the road at anytime and it will handle it. Try that in a Stang.

Watch this short video and you will see what I mean>>>>>>>>




Just my thoughts after having both vehicles.

 

[sda3]

I've got a 2016 Mustang GT as well. The bronco is my wife's but I drive it often. It does have some power with the 2.7 but it still doesn't compare with the mustang. I got it back out after being garaged for the winter and coudn't imagine having sold it. The bronco is fun, but completely different from the mustang.

 

[MayhemMike]

Kept all mine, though the 06 GT convertible now sits outside the car hole. The Bronco took its space.

 

[Baerkeeper]

If you're paying cash for the Bronco, then I would keep the Mustang. If not, I would sell it and use it towards a bigger down payment.

The driving experience I get from my Miata differs so much from my Bronco. Both are unique and super fun to drive. I enjoy and appreciate having this option.

 

[AZ_Liberty]

I should mentioned that I can afford and have planned to put more money down up front to alleviate the interest and monthly payment. Tuff decision and is stressful to think about. Appreciate any insight.

IMO, if you are making payments, that means you can't actually afford it. You are showing that you ordered a Wildtrack in your .sig. Is there a good reason you are ordering a $58K Wildtrack instead of a more reasonably priced $42K Black Diamond? (or a $35k Base)?

That's a lot of money to be throwing at a depreciating asset.

How much high speed desert running are you going to do in Sac-town?

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