1966 Ford Bronco Half-cab: Beautifully Restored on 2040-cars
Carlsbad, California, United States
FIRST YEAR of the V8 Bronco. Removable half-cab makes it even more rare. Completely uncut, unaltered original '66 Bronco repainted with original Caribbean Turquoise color in EXCELLENT CONDITION. Restored to its original condition, the only exception being a rebuilt bored-out 302 c.i. V8 block plus engine upgrades vs. the original 289 c.i. V8 completed about 500 miles ago.
Clean title, no wrecks, no rust, 4 WD. Original three speed on the floor. New suspension, new brakes, new shocks, new tires (including spare). The engine has an Edelbrock intake manifold with a four-barrel carburetor, new exhaust headers, and new exhaust system and mufflers. The valve covers are old-school Mickey Thompson. New power steering, coil, and fuel pump as well. Full restoration completed by the masters at Beach City Broncos with excellent paint. Rear rumble seat with all three seats reupholstered, heavy duty roll bar repainted black, bikini top, and trickle charger. This is a great value for the first year early Bronco in excellent condition. Exterior in near perfect condition with absolutely no dings, dents, or scratches. Half-cab top also repainted white without a scratch. A true classic collector's vehicle that will continue to increase in value. Full restoration began in 2009 and was just completed with the following work performed: -Original turquoise exterior color (code 12876) -Suspension, 6 Ranchero shocks, brakes, tires -Rebuilt bored-out 302 Ford V8 engine, hoses, belts, etc. -4 barrel carburator, headers, exhaust system -Power steering -Ignition coil -Electric fuel pump -Fuel sending unit/gas tank sensor on main tank -Voltage regulator -Fuel gauge -Window gaskets, including vent window and all window seals -Dash gauge cluster -Rubber hood bumpers -Signal switch -Gaskets for around doors, above windshield, below top in rear, rear glass gasket -Window regulators -Ignition switch -Exhaust pipe, muffler, tail pipe -Clutch -Both gas tanks -Water pump -Reupholstered fabric insert front and rear seat This is a nearly flawless restoration with the following exceptions: -Independent windshield wipers work sporadically -AM radio works well but tuner dial doesn't move needle These are both items I refuse to replace with new parts. I have gone through much time and expense finding refurbished hardware for the entire restoration and I'm still on the hunt for these two items. **Odometer is in working condition but not sure if 88,000 mileage is accurate, as the Bronco is nearly 50 yrs old. Due to age and smog exemption, no odometer readings available through Carfax, Autocheck, etc. I have no reason to believe this isn't the accurate mileage but simply can not guarantee it (just with any other classic that isn't original owner).** Sale comes with approx. $30,000 in documented receipts (parts and PROFESSIONAL labor) organized in 3-ring binder. This doesn't include the hours I have put into the restoration or the original sales price of the Bronco. For questions please email. I am more than happy to take additional pictures of any square inch requested. Serious inquiries only please. |
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