International Harvester struck gold when they introduced the Scout in 1960. Over the next 20 years, they produced over 500,000 different Scouts and Scout variants that were loved in the American market. The International Harvester was tough, rugged, and good-looking. Most of the models were 4 wheel drive and International Harvester continued to improve on the original design. This 1964 International Harvester Scout 80 is listed for sale here on eBay with 3 days remaining in the auction. This Scout 80 has been bid to $1,375 but the reserve had not been met. The truck is somewhat of a project and is located in my hometown of Shreveport, Louisiana.
Besides the recovered seat, the interior on this 4WD looks unrestored. The Scout 8o was built from 1960 to 1965 and represents the first generation of the Scout model. The second generation of Scout was called the Scout 800 which was produced in three sub-models (800, 800A, and 800B). It featured more room and improved powerplants. The Scout 800 was manufactured from 1966 to 1967 by International Harvester. Then starting in 1968, the Scout 800A was produced from 1968 to 1970. The Scout 800B was only produced from August 1970 to March 1971. The third generation model of the Scout was introduced in 1971 and ran all the way to 1980. It was the longest production run of any Scout model and is known as the Scout II.
The early Scout 80s, like this one were equipped with a 152 cubic inch inline four-cylinder engine. The engine was rated at 93 horsepower from the factory. The seller does not say if the engine is in running condition or if it even turns over. The Scout 800 used the same engine but it could also be ordered with a turbocharger to boost power to 111 horsepower. An optional 196 cubic inch inline 4-cylinder was introduced in 1966. Other optional engines that were introduced in later models included a 6-cylinder (1967), a 304 cubic inch V8 engine (1968), and a 345 cubic inch V8 engine (1971).
The seller states that this Scout 80 does have rust in the usual places. A prior owner began work on the quarter panels. I think these are really cool looking and really set the standard for the personal SUV or daily use 4WD truck which has become so popular today.
Thank you, Bruce,,, I can just hear the staff,,”oh, oh, people are hooking on to what Howard is saying,,,quick, publish a REAL listing, a PLAUSIBLE listing, were losing members”,,(BF’s van shows up at my door,,Hey, hey,, where are you taking me? )
I know, a bit vain, but but a far more realistic price on these. Tow bar a nice touch, for anything over 15 miles, at anything over 50 mph,,a nice touch. I think these will do 55,,eventually. To fill in for Adam, this will do an alleged 21.2 @ 62 mph in the 1/4 mile, VW Bug times, to put things in perspective, but t’was never intended for that. The other day, we had about 8″ of snow, I thought, let’s just see what all the Jeep 4×4 hoopla is all about( being used to a 2wd pickup), a long time since I actually wanted to go somewhere in the snow,,,maybe a few generations late, but I can see the attraction. Was like there was no snow at all, kind of fun, even, wasn’t this iced over stop light/sign, can’t get going again approach anxiety,,,anyway, nice Scout at a decent price,,,for once.
Loved my 1962 Scout 4 banger ; slow as hell but in 4 wheel drive would crawl anywhere here in Colorado Mtns
Out west, this and the full-body version were the two popular body styles, I’d say evenly split. I’ve ridden in these and I have to say that they’re a bit cramped but functional. The Scout was the brainchild of Ted Ornas, who actually came up with it in a rather short time. And it was a hit from the get-go.
Everytime I look under the hood I always think that half the engine is missing. I would love to drop in a 266 or a 304, just to wake it up a bit. Lots of fun here, providing you like the smaller cab. Personally, I prefer the full-top. Some work needed but parts are available and there are lots of enthusiasts…
junk
What dogwater said. A year from now, this pile will sell for $100,000.
Please, you guys, say why?You sound like my old man, who didn’t know if something was junk or not. The last Scout post got “junk” comments, I just don’t see any merit in that. Please explain,,