A rising tide of square, two-door, four-wheel drive off-road vehicles emerged in the 1960s, benchmarked by the Jeep CJ, International Scout, and Toyota Land Cruiser. Ford picked up on the trend in the early ’60s, and by 1965 the… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1993 Ford Bronco XLT
With an Escape-based Bronco Sport and a retro-themed Bronco out on dealer lots, how long will it be until Ford releases a “big” Bronco based on the F-150? After all, it was a fairly successful model from 1978 to… more»
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Collectible Snow Plow? 1976 Ford Bronco
For many years, the first-generation Bronco was not an auction-house darling but a truck that worked for a living. Many of them had jobs plowing snow, and if the eBay ad for this ’76 model is to be believed,… more»
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Two Owner Survivor: 1971 Ford Sport Bronco
Some vehicles are surprise packets in the classic market, proving far more popular and desirable today than when they left the showroom floor. The 1971 Ford Sport Bronco is a perfect example of that trend, with potential buyers clamoring… more»
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Parked For 20 Years: 1978 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT
There are few sights sadder than a classic that has been left for years to fend for itself, exposed to all Mother Nature can throw at it. Such has been the fate of this 1978 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT…. more»
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San Antonio Survivor: 1982 Ford Bronco XLT Lariat 4×4
I’m a late adopter when it comes to Ford trucks, and there’s no good reason for it. As a kid, I found my grandpa’s ’74 Dentside completely unattractive; today, I’d call the same truck timeless. The “Bullnose” so common… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1994 Ford Bronco XL
If you want a classic Ford Bronco to drive daily, you can’t go wrong with one of the end of the line 5th generation trucks. They featured the most safety features, luxury options, and technology. While there’s nothing wrong… more»
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Drive it Home: 1979 Ford Bronco
Fly in and drive it home. That line can make almost any classic look tempting, particularly if the buyer is seeking a turnkey proposition that will provide immediate motoring pleasure. That is the option available with this 1979 Ford… more»
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Great Restoration Project: 1970 Ford Bronco V8
And now for something from the “I don’t get it department.” As I’m sure most know, Ford revived its iconic Bronco in 2021 – it’s another example of a modern take on a classic. They seem to sell well… more»
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Mucho Bondo: 1971 Ford Bronco
The First Generation Bronco remains one of the star performers in the classic market, with pristine examples commanding impressive prices. This 1971 example is far from pristine, requiring plenty of work to recapture its youthful good looks. I must… more»
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Rare 4-Door Conversion: 1989 Ford Bronco Centurion
Many of us are aware of the Centurion conversion that came out of the 1980s and added some clever functionality to a hybrid between a Ford F-350 and fourth-generation Bronco. However, I’m realizing now that in viewing this 1989… more»
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Free Wheeling! 1979 Ford Bronco XLT
My sister recently bought a new Bronco Sport Heritage, which is a retro-themed model that harkens back to the original ’66 (according to Ford). Being as I tend to insert my nose where it doesn’t belong when it comes… more»
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Watch for Falling Trees! 1976 Ford Bronco
Ford introduced the Bronco in 1976 as an early SUV to compete against the likes of the Jeep CJ-5 and the International Scout. It remained in production until 1996 but was reincarnated in 2021 using modern technology. This ’76… more»
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Original Paint: 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT
Some classics are what I refer to as a “swings and roundabouts” proposition, as demonstrated by this 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT. It has spent its life in a dry climate that has protected its steel but has taken… more»
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No Reserve: 1969 Ford Bronco
The classic market can be quite unpredictable. Some vehicles are obviously strong performers, enjoying that status for decades. However, some vehicles seem slightly left-field. These are the ones that were less desirable when new but have developed a dedicated… more»
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One Owner? 1968 Ford Bronco
This 1968 Ford Bronco is a solid classic, but it demonstrates why some claims should be taken at face value. The seller refers to it as a one-owner vehicle but then reveals that they are awaiting some original parts… more»
