Vehicle Description
1976 Ford Bronco
The Ford Bronco has returned, introduced in July of 2020 and it was
not alone. Not one but two new Broncosdebuted this year, following
up on a legacy that stretched from 1966 until 1996, when the last
big Bronco rolled off the assembly line. In its 30 years,
Dearborn's rugged 4x4 changed with the times, laying the foundation
for the SUVs that took over the range in the 1990s. Also, fun fact:
The carburetor of the Bronco featured special floats to battle fuel
flooding or starvation during off-roading in steep terrain. A
number of other systems were beefed up to make it able to handle
itself off-road, including a larger oil pan and a more capable fuel
pump.
For consignment, a generation 1 version right out of 1976 with a
recent restoration from the fall of 2022, ( documented w photos).
This vehicle lives up to its name as it is unbroken on the
acceleration front, and a full press of the accelerator and it is
off like its namesake, we give you the 1976 Bucking Bronco. All
looking snazzy in its beach combing ready Bali Blue and Wimbledon
White hues, nifty wheels, lift kit, side chromed step bars, and
overall excellent condition. Giddyup!
Exterior
Bali Ha'i... on the exterior paint, which is a beautiful light
blue, this island hopping ancient temple visiting dweller is
looking just fab with well minded gaps throughout. In nice contrast
the Wimbledon White painted grille with its simple round now LED
headlights on either side, a central F O R D badge, and a thin but
effective shiny chrome bumper below. All panels are straight with
well minded gaps including the hood, side panels and rear gate.
There are some small cracks in the paint, light rust in some of the
seams and rockers and invasive rust bubbling down the top off the
gate, and it's been sprayed over. Our example comes complete with a
white rooftop and a back upper liftgate. This roof can be removed
but it will take some wrenching. Our consignor states a soft top
and Bimini top come with the truck. With a windscreen that can tilt
forward for unlimited views and a roll bar just in case a steep
dune puts you on your lid, you will be protected. Clear glass all
around and a tailgate that has a small storage area upon opening it
along with dual rear seating. Another nicely trimmed thin bumper
below and dual exhaust pipes which are peeking out the bottom at an
angle it's ready for the race. 15-inch American Racing Baja wheels
wrapped in knobby 33x10.5x15LT BFG All terrain TA rubber on all 4
corners.
Interior
Keep it simple would sum it up for this wild ride as we saddle up
and climb aboard. My climb is was aided by a chrome bar step and I
landed upon new black vinyl buckets with 3 point belts. I passed
black door panel inserts with Bali Blue steel framing on my way
inside. Up front is a full metal jacket dash in Bali Blue, and
peppered with a shiny round cluster speedo and surrounding
rectangular edge gauges. I saw a chromed tilt steering column with
a rally wheel. Under the shade of a near perfect black padded vinyl
topper is a Kenwood AM/FM/CD/Bluetooth stereo and a few pulls. Your
4-wheel shifter is on the center of the floor hump and the
transmission shifter is on the column. Near perfect black tough
rubber flooring floods the floors in the front and dual bench seats
reside under the roll cage and these sit upon is sprayed with
textured black/gray trunk paint.
Drivetrain
They say never look a gift horse in the mouth, however we here at
Classic Auto Mall with our inquiring minds pay no attention to this
theory so we pop the hood and are met with pure bling and
horsepower! 302 cubes all bathed in Ford blue rests in the well
restored bay. Chromed finish valve covers offset all the blue and a
chromed open air cleaner assembly hides the Quickfuel 4-barrel
carburetor below. This very clean mill is aligned with a C4- 3
speed automatic transmission that sends power to a 9" Ford rear
axle and if you happen to get mired down in the surf a Dana 44 axle
is on the front to get you back on your way. 238.1 horses are here
as proven by the dyno sheet via Blueprint Racing Engines.
Undercarriage
Up on our lift we can inspect the belly of this beast and we note
solid full frame construction, slight surface rust and a small area
of invasive rust on the very back inner panel. Radius arms and coil
springs for the front suspension, and leaf springs for the rear
combined with a suspension lift kit for that extra bit of
clearance. Wild horse shocks are installed. Power disc brakes
upfront and power drums on the back, along with power steering and
headers to produce a robust engine sound as you take her over the
mountain and through the woods.
Drive-Ability
The Bali Ha'i called me and I had to take it for a ride. It did not
disappoint and was the most fun I've had driving the many cars in
our inventory here in a while. An awesome kick is had with a press
of the accelerator, plenty of straight bias free whoa on the solid
braking, and solid handling was exhibited. I notice the engine had
a bad miss at idle and while driving. Also the horn does not
beep.
Plenty of thoroughbred power, the sure footedness of a mountain
goat, and looks to attract attention like a Clydesdale, this fine
example of the Ford Bronco from 1976 is just a load of fun to drive
and looks great while doing it. If you are in the market for a
classic 4x4 and ready to party the evening away on your favorite
beach, stop by Classic Auto Mall and check this one out.
U15GLC65453
U15-Bronco 4x4 Station Wagon
G-302ci V8
L-Detroit, MI Assy Plant
C65453-1976 Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our
showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just
1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The
website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888)
227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come
see the vehicle in person.