1970 Ford Bronco One Owner, 99% Rust Free Original 302 V8, 3 Speed Manual Trans on 2040-cars
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Body Type:Wagon
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:302
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Ford
Model: Bronco
Trim: std
Options: fold down windshield, 4-Wheel Drive, Convertible
Drive Type: 4x4
Safety Features: seat belts
Mileage: 33,548
Exterior Color: Blue
Interior Color: White
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
99% rust free! The doors close so factory firm, there's a ping to them.
I purchased this from the grandson of the original 1970 purchaser. Approximately 1000 miles put on it since 1991 (maintenance sticker is on the door dated 1991 with 32,500 or so miles logged; the grandfather passed away shortly after). Always garaged since new. Grandpa used it for rock hunting hobby in Wyoming (only in the clear weather times). He also had an International 4x4 truck that was used for most transportation & some rock hunting.
There is a wood shelf mounted that Grandpa had for his dog to sit on behind his head (can be removed). A grab handle is on the passenger side of the dash which was for Grandma to pull herself into Bronco. Grandpa also must have discovered black spray sealent as you can see in the engine compartment. Sealed any possibility of air leaks around all cables, etcetera. He also kind of shielded areas where rocks might grab in the tires, fly up, scratch or dent the underside. As mentioned he'd go 4 wheel'n to look for his rock gems. Where there's rocks there's pebbles which get caught in tire tread & fly. He probably had more rough ready tires at that time. The 4x4 hubs lock/unlock and works. The floor 4x4 engager is stiff, but gets all ranges. 1000 miles since 1991 needs some lube spraying for sure. No water leaks, overheating, or oil smoke (at start up or driving). All gauges work correctly. I have not tried the tank switch yet (not sure how it works but will read up on it). Everything works (lights, roll up windows, forgot to push horn to fry-will report when know). Glass is almost perfect with the windshield having two BB/stone spots on the passenger side, but all clear/no cracks/no fogging/no seperation. According to the grandson, the top has never been off and the windshield has never been down. The rear hatch lift window & tailgate work as new. Locks all work.
Has two gas tanks, the original jack parts/spare, some small parts, two old type flares, four oil filters/old oil cans & an old fashoned magnetic trouble light. The original air cleaner assembly is included (original carb was replaced).
On Aug-12-13 at 16:59:16 PDT, seller added the following information:
Other pictures are available including one of the original air cleaner (in excellent condition), engine, wheel wells, more floor areas, etc. Two locking gas caps w/keys are in parts (previous owner/grandson liked the blue painted caps. Grandson said he changed oil-filter. He drained the water system for most of the storage period after he inherited it. He added new antifreeze to the empty system a couple weeks ago do to selling decision. That decision was due to divorce. Other new items: shocks & fuel pump.
On Aug-12-13 at 18:58:43 PDT, seller added the following information:
Has original rubber floor mat. Vehicle ID plates are in correct places. Florida title.
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