Vehicle Description
You can get all the workhorse features you want in a 4x4 SUV, and
still not have to give up the cool vintage appearance. Best of all,
this attention-grabbing 1979 Ford Bronco with premium Ranger XLT
trim has a highly original presentation and a documented
rarity.
You just don't see classics like this anymore. The factory-correct
Medium Vaquero is an interesting color of distinction. And while
people are comparing it to a southwestern prairie, you can wow them
about how this shows all signs of being the original application.
The Wimbledon White is expertly interwoven on the side while also
coordinating with the white fiberglass roof. So it's a terrific
color combo that came straight from the factory...and it's rare. We
have the Marti Report that proves this full package is one of only
107 Broncos that were optioned with this paint and trim. Plus, all
the brightwork on the chrome bumpers and full premium XLT Ranger
side trim makes this one an instant classic. But despite a very
vintage appearance, this truck still has a lot of practical daily
use left in it. The full-size spare on a swing-away mount, large
trailer mirrors, full trailer hitch makes this a Bronco that's
ready for all activities.
The interior is a terrific presentation of the 1970s-style cloth
weave pattern within the sand beige seats. And just like the
exterior, it all looks highly original and well-preserved. So while
you can take the fiberglass hardtop off to make this a convertible
4x4, you can instantly tell from the condition of the interior that
this has not spent much time exposed to the elements (if ever.) As
a premium Ranger XLT trim package you get some nice wood grain
appliques on the doors, steering wheel, and dash. The driver's seat
is a true command position. You have a high-back bucket seat with
dual armrests, a cup holder center console, and a factory wheel
with fingertip cruise control buttons. The center stack has an
upgraded AM/FM/CD stereo, power rear window control, and provisions
for R134a air conditioning (it will need servicing to blow cold
again.)
Under the hood is the best option of them all. This generation
Bronco was known for really upgrading the V8 power, and the Marti
Report indicates this one had the best of them all. Not every
Bronco of this era got the 400 cubic-inch V8, and so it's great to
still have the correct displacement and an era-correct block still
under the hood. In fact, the full presentation looks quite stock
and well-maintained. That makes for a strong-running classic. So as
preserved as this looks, it'll be hard to resist taking this one
off the pavement considering. After all, it's a 4x4 with a
two-speed transfer case, high ground clearance, and Goodyear
Wrangler tires. And for the days you just want to go to the
hardware store, the three-speed automatic transmission, power
steering, and power brakes w/discs up front all mean this Bronco
can run around town with ease.
They only made this 2nd gen Bronco for two years, and you already
know this one represents a rarity within this rarity. It makes for
a special find when this retains its distinct and premium factory
presentation. So if you want a true classic that's still truly
capable, call today!
