A classic off-road icon returns in 2025 with the introduction of the new Ford Bronco Stroppe Special Edition. Celebrating its legacy as a Baja 1000 winner, this limited-edition SUV is a tribute to the original Stroppe Baja Broncos of the 1960s and ‘70s. Built to deliver high-performance off-road capabilities, the Stroppe Special Edition is set to hit the market in January 2025.
“When you purchased a Stroppe Baja Bronco in 1971, it rolled out of Bill Stroppe’s factory ready to tackle the Baja 1000,” said Jason Hyde, Bronco brand manager. “That capability was at the core of our development process for the new Bronco Stroppe Special Edition, including Fox Internal Bypass Dampers designed for performance and improved control during high-speed desert running, a standard EcoBoost 2.7-liter V6 engine, and Baja G.O.A.T. Mode.”
The Bronco Stroppe Special Edition will be exclusively available as a two-door model, replacing the Wildtrak in the current Bronco lineup. The SUV comes equipped with a Stabilizer Bar Disconnect, High-Performance Off-Road Stability Suspension 3.0 (HOSS 3.0), and 35-inch Goodyear Territory RT tires, ensuring it’s ready for any off-road adventure.
Drawing from its heritage, the Bronco Stroppe features a modern interpretation of the original Calypso Coral, Wimbledon White, and Astra Blue livery, with new paint options like Oxford White, Code Orange, and an Atlas Blue hardtop. Code Orange details, such as tow hooks and fender accents, further distinguish this special edition. A matte black functional hood and 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels complete the rugged design.
Inside, the SUV showcases a white instrument mid-panel, Code Orange accents, and a unique Stroppe Special Edition badge on the center console, bringing a modern twist to the classic style. This design ethos pays homage to Bill Stroppe’s influence on the Bronco’s competition success and legacy.
“We’ve been hinting at the return of a Bronco Stroppe Special Edition with our competition Broncos since returning to the Baja 1000 with the Bronco R in 2020,” said Gordon Platto, North American Design Director. “That combination of Code Orange, Oxford White, and Atlas Blue, and matte black was chosen very deliberately on our race vehicles. It’s an iconic design and the history behind it is so important to the modern Bronco.”
The Stroppe Special Edition honors the original’s legendary performance history, which saw the Stroppe-prepared Bronco achieve the first and only outright win by a stock 4×4 at Baja in 1969. The new edition aims to carry forward this winning tradition, building on the Bronco’s recent success in the 2024 Baja 1000.
