Vehicle Description
This 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT 4x4 has proper V8 power, plenty of
useful features, and an overall cool/classic style that comes from
fun details on this open-back SUV. So it's all about being a
vintage machine that can deliver both style and substance.
This is part of a desirable and short run of Broncos. The second
generation upgraded the size to be an F-Series sibling, and it even
got the special front end that was only offered for the two years
of this Bronco's generation. And the upper-level Ranger XLT gives
you nice features like chrome bumpers and full-length trim. There's
a nice quality to the fundamentals like good panel alignment and a
clean black rear hardtop that comes off with ease. We like the way
the handy features look on this Bronco. The polished alloys look
great, and they are part of the enhanced 4x4 stance. Plus, towing
mirrors and a proper trailer hitch mean you can bring the fun with
you. The white paint is a later application, and so it's complete
while still having a read-to-work attitude. What really sets it
apart is the never application of blue stripes. It has that classic
strobe/faded style that absolutely screams 1970s cool. And this
resto-fun attitude even continues inside.
We like the addition of the exterior blue stripe because the full
blue interior also has multi-tone blue inserts - including the rear
seat. So it looks well-coordinated when the hardtop is off, and the
cloth inserts are quite nice for sunny days when you are wearing
shorts. The whole interior has a terrific vintage style, including
the classic/premium wood-like trim. Even the updated AM/FM/cassette
stereo doesn't look out of place. But we also like this for being
quite comfortable and useful. It's in the details like the
high-back front bucket seats with folding armrests, a tilt steering
column, and a power rear window that lets you take down the
tailgate and sit on it at ballgames.
Under the hood is a hardy 351 cubic-inch V8. It has a highly stock
style with newer maintenance items, and so it continues to run with
vigor. A proper two-speed transfer case and deep treads on the
General Grabber tires make this a proper go-anywhere 4x4. But the
true key to the Bronco's staying power is also being an all-around
nice cruiser. The three-speed automatic transmission, power
steering, power brakes, and front discs are all part of that
attitude.
Distinct, fun, useful, and always in-demand, this is a stylish and
vintage second-gen Bronco that you need to get in your garage. Call
today!!!
