Interestingly, I received a text from Kent's dealership that offered me a Gladiator at $2k above MSRP. Apparently, you will want to ensure you speak to Kent since he is able to offer better pricing than the other salespeople?
Because it still helps keep away tire-kickers and minimizes wasted time and effort for the salesmen? Besides, non-refundable deposits are still refundable by law in most states. Putting it on a credit card makes it even easier, even if the dealer refuses.
I don't see why. The bulkhead doesn't go anywhere with the top removed. The glass could simply retract inside the bulkhead. It would have the added benefit of making the removable top weigh less as well.
I don’t know what it weighs, but probably less than my 600lb motorcycle that never had any issues. I’d be more worried about the terrible departure angle and ripping it off that way.
Considering a JL I spec’d comes to $57K, I think you are a bit low on the top-out price. A fully optioned JT, I see breaking $60K. If they ever release a diesel...add a few thousand more.
Not ideal for maximum departure angle. It is the lowest point in the rear and you will quickly smash them into ovals after a little off-roading.
The previous gen raptor had side exit exhaust right behind the rear passenger tire.