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Ford introduced the Explorer option package for the Bronco in 1973. The Explorer package included unique exterior colors and special, unique interior treatments, automatic transmission and power steering. The color and interior pattern scream mid 70's style.

1973 Ford Bronco Explorer in good original unrestored condition. Next to impossible to find a Burnt Orange Explorer that is mostly original and unrestored. Never cut or lifted or altered in any major way. Truck lived most all its life with one owner at an Idaho lake house.

Exterior shows mostly original paint. It has assorted bumps, bruises, and scars that only serve to add character. This truck has a very nice patina throughout. This one has not had its soul removed by the restoration shop and if you are one of the fortunate it will speak to you. The paint is certainly not anywhere near perfect or excellent but it is good enough that it would be unfortunate if the truck was repainted. To some of us this one looks better than the newly restored, shiny example, and this one is certainly more difficult to duplicate. The exterior looks about as it should for an old truck. No evidence of any rust. Hole in left rear fender where CB antenna was once mounted. Has new road tires and a G78 Firestone Town and Country spare mounted on the original, optional swing away tire carrier. Glass is all good.

Interior is in very nice original unrestored condition. Couple of small tears in the driver seat vinyl that is not conspicuous. Original orange explorer fabric still shows very vibrant color, and it still has the original floor liner. The rear cargo area sheetmetal has been repainted. Gauges, wipers, lights, radio, latches, window winders, seat belts all functional.

Mechanically in good condition. Starts, runs, steers, stops as it should. Lift the hood and the engine looks like a time warp. Engine looks as it should with nice original finishes and appropiate patina. Still has most all the factory labels, decals and ink stamps. Most of the engine compartment components are the factory original items. Battery is new. Has the usual oil leaks but does not smoke or burn oil or make any unusual noises. Factory automatic transmission shifts as it should. The brake system is new with an added vacuum power booster. Like most of the drum brake broncos, this one requires a lot of pedal pressure to make it stop.

Chassis is in good condition without signs of damage or significant rust. Rubber parts show their age but function fine. New main tank fuel sender, new fuel lines and new fuel pump. Optional auxiliary tank and the associated switches and fuel gauge all work.

My name is Gary, I have owned the truck for a few years and am selling because I have too many vintage cars and need to simplify a little. If need be I can be reached at 225 892-8425.

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