Vehicle Description
Sometimes an item is so good that its trademarked name becomes a
generic term for an entire category of products. Many of us say
Kleenex instead of tissue, Xerox instead of copy, or Band-Aid
instead of bandage, despite knowing the proper term. The
off-roading world finds one more example in the Ford Bronco. To
many, the word Bronco defines an array of capable, feel-good fun
machines that can be found in all the places we'd rather be, from
the mountains and the woods to the beaches and the dunes. And
classics like this professionally restored resto-mod are an
excellent reminder why. A perfect blend of timeless style and
proven mechanicals, this handsome beast is a first-rate exercise in
old school utility and off-road swagger. And if you're looking for
a super cool cruiser that can be enjoyed for years to come, it's
the classic of your dreams!
FACTORY COLORS, GLASURIT SHINE
Riding the massive wave of goodwill generated by the reveal of
Ford's latest and greatest off-roader, it's easy to recite the many
merits of the Blue Oval's second pony. However, nostalgic
romanticism aside, the simple fact remains that few vehicles have
aged better than a first-generation Bronco. And that goes double
for something as undeniably immutable as this restoration-fresh
Explorer! Completed in January of 2020, this ute's rotisserie
rebuild was a fully documented, 2.5-year affair that, conducted by
the pros at Greenville, South Carolina's Creative Rods &
Restoration, reached well into six-figure territory. Over 2,000
hours of labor began with a full blast of the truck's body, which
was eventually seam-sealed and undercoated with LizardSkin noise
and heat insulation. Slick Glasurit two-stage manifests as a
fitting combination of flaked Midnight Blue and pearled Wimbledon
White: colors that are technically correct to 1974. And it all adds
up to a timeless and handsome classic that wraps the best elements
of retro-chic style around fresh, thoughtfully updated
mechanicals.
In addition to new factory bolt-ons, this Ford features a roster of
first-rate details. At the front of the truck, a pearled Wimbledon
White grille centers color-keyed "FORD" lettering between fresh
parking lamps, LED headlights and a body-matched bumper. Behind
that grille, a steel hood points a familiar scoop at crisp glass
that's seated between small wipers and a billet windshield hinge.
At the sides of that hood, enlarged fender openings join enlarged
quarter openings under buff Kindig It Design wheel flares. Between
those flares, a sculpted, "Bronco" branded profile centers
removable doors behind polished handles, more billet hinges and
stylish Scott Drake mirrors. At the back of that profile, a
factory, Wimbledon White hardtop fits nicely around custom,
Midnight Blue roll bars. And at the back of those tubes, a "FORD"
stamped tailgate hides flashy stainless hardware between polished
exhaust, factory taillights and a second body-matched bumper.
POWERED BY FORD
Pop this Bronco's bonnet and you'll find 306 cubic inches of
compact Ford V8 that was sourced directly from the pros at
BluePrint Engines. What's more: decked, honed and sonic-tested,
that mill is poised to rev for decades! At the top of the seasoned,
hand-picked block, a colored-keyed air cleaner feeds reliable
Holley Sniper fuel injection, which floods an aluminum intake. At
the front of that intake, a hot HEI distributor sparks thick Moroso
Ultra 40 plug wires, which crawl around a sedate FoMoCo breather
and trick, Bronco-branded valve covers. Below those covers,
aluminum BluePrint heads are finished with hardened springs,
hardened retainers and swirl-polished valves. Those heads cap a
balanced rotating assembly that spins a cast steel crank beneath
moly rings, hypereutectic pistons and 150,000psi rod bolts. A
hydraulic roller cam joins hydraulic roller lifters to create stout
9.5 to 1 compression. Ceramic-coated block hugger headers funnel
spent gases into large-diameter exhaust pipes. A billet March
serpentine drive spins a polished alternator opposite modern power
steering. A lightweight aluminum radiator wears a large SPAL pusher
fan under a small, body-matched support. All the motor's ancillary
components, from its Optima battery and fresh wiper motor to its
double-roller timing chain and high-volume oil pump, appear to be
high quality kit. And it all adds up to a solid 370 horsepower!
NUT-AND-BOLT RESTORATION
Crawling under this fresh Ford reveals a lovingly restored chassis
that appears completely weather-free. Power meets the pavement
through a smooth 4-speed, which rides between a straight frame and
strong axles that have all been fully blasted and professionally
powder-coated. A fully rebuilt suspension makes the most of new
sway bars and a tough, 2.5-inch lift. Power-assisted turns get
funneled through a tight Borgeson gearbox. A new brake booster
kicks hydraulics to fresh front discs and fresh rear drums.
Aluminized, true-dual exhaust growls through throaty Magnaflow
mufflers. A polished fuel cap seals a single, 20-gallon tank, which
replaces the truck's antiquated dual tank and dual filler set-up.
Everything rolls on handsome Mickey Thompson Classics, which twist
33x12.50R15 BF Goodrich All-Terrain T/As around Mile Marker hubs
and Mickey Thompson caps. And naturally, there's a fifth Mickey
Thompson wheel and fifth BF Goodrich tire in case anything
slumps.
SO SIMPLE, SO GOOD!
Open this Explorer's doors and you'll find an airy cockpit that
features glowing White upholstery. The seats, kept factory-spec to
maintain this resto-mod's glorious retro theme, face a
restoration-fresh dash that's augmented with factory heat and
vintage-style Classic Instruments telemetry. LizardSkin-coated
floors pack quality Dynamat insulation under custom-cut Daytona
Carpet that poses a nice contrast to brilliant side panels. Fresh
wiring jolts a vintage looking radio, which uses modern,
Bluetooth-compatible internals to juice a quartet of Polk Audio
speakers. And the driver spins a classy factory steering wheel.
Functional and as hard-working as ever, this choice Bronco is a fun
classic that can easily earn its keep! It's professionally
restored. It features a proven Ford drivetrain. And best of all,
it's retro-chic aesthetics are sure to cue smiles and inspire
stares. Looking for a sweet ride that mixes unmatched style with
instant fun? Check out this buff Ford!
HIGHLIGHTS
Sweet Ford Bronco resto-mod that's the product of a professional
rotisserie restoration
370 horsepower 306ci Ford V8 crate engine with Holley Sniper fuel
injection
4-speed automatic transmission
Power steering with a Borgeson gearbox
Power front disc and rear drum brakes
2.5-inch suspension lift
15-inch Mickey Thompson Classic wheels with 33x12.50 BF Goodrich
All-Terrain T/A tires
White vinyl interior with custom Daytona Carpet
Modern audio system with Bluetooth capability
All-steel body with enlarged wheel openings, custom roll bars and a
factory hardtop
Glasurit Midnight Blue Metallic and pearled Wimbledon White
paint
Build photos and cost summary
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