re: Will gladiators and broncos hold their value like the wranglers do?

I think the Bronco will. They have a cult following like the Wrangler does, just in smaller numbers. I just sold my 2021 2dr Big Bend last week for $46,500. Paid $38,900 for it. Liked it so much I ordered a more loaded one a few months back. And, definitely wasn't "Junk". Put 10k hard miles on it without issue. Did everything my previous TJ did, from trail riding to deer camp, only with more comfort and power. There was a batch of 2.7 engines built between Sep and Oct of 21 that were recalled but luckily mine wasn't affected. Speaking of junk, my Dad's 2013 Silverado was a complete POS. He finally traded it in on a 2016 F150 with the 2.7 Ecoboost and although I was skeptical at first, he's put a 114k trouble free miles on that thing already. This site is full of "OT Master Mechanics" that will talk shite about any brand. All manufacturers have a boatload of recalls. Just do your research and get what you like.