Vehicle Description
Gateway Classic Cars Houston showroom is excited to present this
slick silver 1977 Ford Bronco. Ford introduced the Bronco in 1966
to compete with the growing category of small 4WD vehicles like
Jeep's CJ-5 and International Harvester's Scout. When the Bronco
was first produced, it was a completely new vehicle for Ford. The
frame and other key suspension components were not shared with any
other vehicle in the Ford lineup. The Ford Bronco is arguably one
of the most iconic small SUV body styles ever produced, and a later
generation would make it famous, thanks to a rather well-known
police chase. This Bronco was featured in, and on the cover of,
Bronco Driver Magazine's issue #43 (Jan/Feb 2010). The restoration
commenced in late 2008 in Albuquerque, NM, and was completed in
under a year. RT Rods of Albuquerque, NM performed the body and
mechanical work, "Drop of Color" (in Albuquerque) handled the paint
work, and the interior was completed by Bear Nut Upholstery (also
in Albuquerque). There are quite a few custom features in this
nifty Bronco; many of which Bronco aficionados will spot, but quite
a few that most folks will miss. Under the hood, a potent 302 CID
Ford V8 provides plenty of muscle to get this baby going wherever
you want to go, and the built 3-speed C4 automatic transmission has
a wide enough gearing ratio for both off- and on-road adventures. A
Holley 4BBL carb tops the V8, and coated headers scavenge the
exhaust into the dual exhaust, which has a nice muscular sound.
When it comes time to slow this iconic off-roader down, the driver
will be glad that this Bronco is equipped with disc brakes up front
and drums out back. The body of this Bronco is finished in a flashy
silver, which contrasts nicely against the bright red
stingray-patterned synthetic leather and cloth interior. 18-inch
Teflon-coated American Racing ATX series aluminum offroad wheels
are wrapped with some serious BFG RT4 All-Terrain off-road radial
tires, size LT305/65R18. Inside, the dash has been customized, and
houses a complete set of AutoMeter gauges to keep the driver
informed. The ashtray has been eliminated, and the dash switches
relocated to the custom console, which also houses the Alpine
AM/FM/CD head unit, transfer case shifter, and cupholders. A custom
heat duct runs beneath the console and provides heat for the rear
passengers. The build also makes unique, and quite effective, use
of the gas can behind the rear seat, having turned it into a custom
subwoofer enclosure. Additional features and options on this custom
1977 Ford Bronco include Power Brakes, Power Steering, Radial
Tires, Seat Belts, Spare Tire, and Tilt Steering wheel. Give us a
call or send us an email - get this vintage Bronco before you miss
it!
