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Original 1969 Ford Bronco 4wd 302 V8 14k Actual Miles on 2040-cars

Year:1969 Mileage:14837 Color: CORDOVAN /
 PARCHMENT
Location:

Hickory, North Carolina, United States

Hickory, North Carolina, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:3 SPEED MANUAL
Body Type:SUV
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:302
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Condition:
Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: u15gle29610
Year: 1969
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Ford
Model: Bronco
Trim: Utility Station Wagon
Options: 4-Wheel Drive
Drive Type: 4WD
Mileage: 14,837
Exterior Color: CORDOVAN
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: PARCHMENT

You are looking at a 1969 Ford Bronco that was purchased new at Smyth County Motors in Marion, VA.  According to the previous owner, this Bronco belonged to his Grandfather, which owned this Ford dealership (Smyth County Motors).  At one time this Bronco had Smyth County Motors and the Ford/Mercury logo on both the driver and passenger doors.  You can still see faint evidence of this on both doors. This Bronco truly has 14K original miles. I have a copy of the original title dated 1969, Ford owner card, and every Virginia state inspection paper (with the mileage listed) from 1969-1993.  The last inspection sticker was applied in 1993, so it has been resting for quite a while.   

As a result of being driven in a mountain community, this Bronco does have some rust.  Rust is located in the leading edge of the floor boards, where the floorboards bend up towards the firewall. Other trouble areas include the front inner fenders where the metal overlaps behind the wheels wells and the rocker panels.  The undercarriage (frame, front/rear end, springs, etc.) has surface rust and pitting, but absolutely no rust through anywhere other than the sheet metal mentioned above.  The frame is solid.  At some point (probably when new),  the rear quarters were cut and urethane flares were fiberglassed in so that they looked like they were original.  They must have painted these areas with lacquer.  The lacquer has not stood up to time as good as the original enamel paint on the rest of the Bronco. The only other area that has been painted, besides the lower quarters, is the right rear corner of the top.   It has been spotted in there for some reason or another.   At some point someone installed hood pins and a very large bucking Bronco hood ornament which I removed.  I left the hood pins but the two holes for the ornament are still there.   Other customizations are the roof rack and spot light. Not sure if these are Ford accessories, but they look pretty decent regardless. The light on the spot light works but it is not swiveling like it is supposed to.   

***MORE DETAILED PICTURES ARE AVAILABLE AT:   http://www.autosportsinc.com/1969_Ford_Ford_Hickory_NC_212441294.veh  PLEASE VIEW ALL PHOTOS AND ASK QUESTIONS PRIOR TO BIDDING.  THANKS! 

The positives on this Bronco outweigh the negatives.  The grille, hood, fenders, doors, upper quarters, top, and tailgate are all without rust, AND are in above average condition, AND possess the original paint. The original paint is not show perfect but has plenty of life left in it. Other than the lower rear quarters, the paint looks pretty dam good for a 1969.  The door jams and tailgate jams look excellent and have no rust. The doors do not sag and close very well.  All the windows are original Carlites and are in great shape. The dash and dash pad are original and are in great shape. All paint (both cordovan (orange) and white) in the interior is original and is in great shape with the exception of the floors.  The original owner had placed household carpet in the cargo area and it adhered to the floor in certain places, taking the original paint with it when it was removed.  Even the bench seat cover is original and is in great shape.  The steering wheel, horn button ring, visors, wiper motor cover, and seat belts are original and are in great shape.  It has the original spare tire/wheel and it has never been run on the road.  The original wimbledon white bumpers have been reinstalled. 

As a result of being stabled since 1993, this Bronco needed some TLC to get it running.   The carburetor has been rebuilt. New plugs, plug wires, and points were installed. The entire brake system has been replaced including master cylinder, wheel cylinders, shoes, and even brake lines, both metal and rubber (front to back). Both rear end fluids have been changed.  The transfer case fluid has been changed. The power steering fluid has been changed. Heater hoses have been changed.  Engine oil has been changed.  Tires are approximately 50% and are nothing to brag about.    It cranks, runs, and drives very well. The driveline has no play.  It feels tight on the road. Mechanically this Bronco is ready to go. 

To sum it up, this Bronco is definitely not perfect, but it has some very good qualities.  It is very presentable and a great driver as is.  I would love to keep it myself, but I am lacking garage space for more Broncos.  Feel free to contact me, Justin Killian, at autosports@charter.net or 828-308-7315 if you have questions.  You are welcome to view this Bronco in person if you choose.  Please remember older cars require more time, love, and money. Do not bid if you are unsure of what you are purchasing.  I would rather you be pleasantly surprised rather than disappointed. 

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