Bronco

Optional Snow Plow: 1971 Ford Bronco

It can sometimes be challenging to determine what sort of life a classic has lived, but this 1971 Ford Bronco provides at least one good clue. It features an optional snow plow, suggesting it has seen plenty of winter… more»

Garage Find Project: 1986 Ford Bronco 4WD

The Bronco was Ford’s first Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV), and it enjoyed a 30-year run from 1966 to 1996. At first, it was a smaller vehicle that was designed to compete with the Jeep, but later it grew to… more»

Amazing Uncut Survivor: 1977 Ford Bronco

We’ve seen a significant number of First Generation Ford Broncos over the past decade at Barn Finds, with many of them riddled with rust, heavily modified, or both. That makes this 1977 example feel like a breath of fresh… more»

Highly Optioned: 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT

Ford could have been forgiven if it had retired the Bronco badge following the end of First Generation production in 1977. However, it persisted, and the company found itself with a hit due to Second Generation sales figures. This… more»

Upgraded V8: 1974 Ford Bronco

I view this 1974 Ford Bronco as a litmus test for modified classics. The popularity of First Generation examples is unquestioned, with prices gradually moving beyond the reach of an average enthusiast. However, this one could answer the question… more»

Rust-Free Survivor: 1972 Ford Bronco

First Generation Broncos are renowned for two things. The first has been steadily climbing values, while crippling rust is the other. We can do little about the first issue, but this 1972 example hasn’t suffered from the second. It… more»

Preserve or Restore? 1968 Ford Bronco

One of the challenges of the automotive world is determining which currently cheap and cheerful vehicles are likely to become future classics worthy of investment. Get the call right, and a pot of gold awaits the bold risk-takers. Get… more»

Resto-Mod 4×4: 1978 Ford Bronco

After a decade of sales success, the second-generation Ford Broncos were only produced for two years before the third generation was introduced in 1980. When the full-size Bronco was introduced in 1978 there was no doubt that Ford was… more»

Rebuilt 289 V8: 1967 Ford Bronco

When Ford sold 23,776 examples of the newly-released Bronco in 1966, it must have felt like it was onto a winner. However, with a 40% slump the following year, questions must have been asked in the halls of power…. more»

First Year Project: 1966 Ford Bronco

Ford had high hopes for the model when it introduced the First Generation Bronco in 1966. The initial reception was positive, but sales subsequently floundered. However, a largely unloved vehicle has found new legs in the classic community. This… more»

Driving Project: 1973 Ford Bronco

Determining when the bubble might burst for any vehicle in the classic world can be challenging. The First Generation Bronco is a perfect example because although values have fluctuated in recent months, they have genuinely trended up slightly. The… more»

12k Original Miles: 1983 Ford Bronco XLT

There’s been so much fanfare surrounding the first- and second-generation Broncos that the 3rd generation was overlooked. It’s always been my favorite – likely because this is the vintage I grew up with – but seems to have been… more»

Solid Project: 1971 Ford Bronco

Ford produced 19,784 examples of its 1971 Bronco, and we’ve seen more than a few at Barn Finds. There are two main drivers for this trend, with the First Generation Bronco’s reputation for rust making many prime restoration candidates…. more»

Solid Restoration Project: 1976 Ford Bronco

The classic car scene produces the occasional surprise that helps prevent complacency. It is widely accepted that Corvettes, Camaros, and Mustangs will form part of the “desirable” list, but many were surprised by the growing popularity of the First… more»

Original California 1969 Ford Bronco

First-generation Ford Broncos have always been popular but when Ford reintroduced them in 2020, they have seen even more popularity. When you find one in solid, original condition like this 1969 model, they can command a premium price. This… more»

Free Wheelin! 1979 Ford Bronco XLT

The classic Bronco market has been super hot lately, especially after its re-introduction by Ford in 2020. While first-generations get most of the attention, second-gens are on the rise also. Produced for only two years from 1978 to 1979,… more»

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