1973 Early Ford Bronco, 1/2 Cab Pickup Top, Uncut Fenders, V-8, Automatic, Ps on 2040-cars
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This is a nice uncut 1973 Ford Bronco with the 1/2 cab pickup top on it. It is a nice running and driving Bronco. Starts right up, idles well, and goes down the road nice and straight. It has had some upgrades done to it which I will explain. This Bronco has not been off-roaded or beat on, it is a pretty stock unmolested original truck, other than the upgrades. Everything works on this vehicle, it is ready to drive and enjoy. This was originally a full top Bronco that was changed over to a half cab. It could very easily be changed back to the full top bronco. Nothing was welded, altered, filled in, or anything of that nature to prevent it from being changed back. Sorry I do not have a full top for it.
ENGINE: Ford 302 V-8, pretty much stock to the best of my knowledge. It has an OEM Ford 2-barrel Motorcraft carburetor with the kickdown lever on it for the trans. The motor carries 40 psi oil pressure idling warm, and 50 psi running down the road. Motor does have a small oil leak from either the rear main, or pan gaskets. It’s not a huge leak that pours out, but it is there. Both the motor and carb have the factory I.D. tags on them.
TRANSMISSION / TRANSFERCASE: C-4 automatic transmission shifts good and the kickdown from the carb works properly when applied. The transmission shifter is up on the steering column right the factory and shifts smooth without issues or slop in the collar like some do. The transfer case is a Dana 20 gear drive in good working order. The t-case has the reverse “J” pattern shifter that shifts through all the ranges with ease.
AXLES / SUSPENSION: Dana 44 front axle, drum brakes, 3.54 gears, open diff. Ford 9” rear axle, 3.50 gears, Factory Trac-Loc Posi unit, big bearing housing. Rear axle is the heavier 3300 lbs. Load and has the axle code of B9 for the Trac-Loc posi. Both axles are pretty much stock, other than having brake work done, and routine maintenance performed. Bearings, seals, ball joints, u-joints , and tie rods are all in good working order. This Bronco has a Wild Horse 2 - 2 1/2” soft ride lift kit on it with all leaf springs in the back, NO blocks. Also has Skyjacker Nitro 8000 gas shocks with urethane bushings. The radius arm bushings (both “C” and stud end) as well as track bar bushings have all been replaced with urethane ones. Driveshaft’s are good and tight, not sloppy, they have been serviced as well.
INTERIOR: The interior has the original parchment (off-white) bucket seats that are in real good shape. No tears or rips in them. The black carpet and parchment/woodgrain door panels are brand new! The dash pad is not cracked or warped. No extra drill holes or anything like that on the dash. It does have the original AM radio that even works! All gauges, speedometer, wipers, and heater controls all work good. Has a light shade on tint on the side windows and back window. Newer upper door seals installed as well.
EXTERIOR: The Bronco was repainted at one time in the original candy apple red color. The top is the original wimbledon white in color, and has be repainted in the last couple years. It is a respectable paint job, but it is not flawless. It does have some lights scratches and some chips in it that have been touched up. There is one small dent in the drivers front fender in front of the wheel well opening, nothing real bad or big. There has been some repairs under the hood on the aprons by the firewall. (see pics) The seams on the floor boards where it ramps up to the toe board are broke loose. Someone prior to me have installed a small piece of metal on the bottom side. Original floor boards are still all there and intact. Overall floor are very solid, but not perfect. Drivers door post has had some repair to it. Both doors open and close good. Overall the body is quite solid. All moldings/chrome are in decent shape, not all pitted or dinged up. Both front and rear bumpers are brand new.
OTHER / MISC.: Tires are near new P265-75R-15 (31 X 10.50) Cooper Discoverer HT’s, mounted on 15 X 8 Mickey Thompson aluminum modular wheels. Wheels are near new as well and in very nice shape. Bronco has a real new exhaust system on it. It is a two into one Pro Flow muffler with aluminized pipe, sounds nice, not too loud but a nice rumble under load. The Bronco has factory power steering that works great. It has the original jack in the factory plastic bag, jack handle, and tire iron all under the hood in their factory location. The battery and starter solenoid are fairly new as well. All glass including the windshield is in nice shape with chips or cracks. Both door locks are matched to the ignition key and all work properly. I believe the bearing on the waterpump is starting to go out making a little noise, but it is not leaking. Bronco shows 70,700 miles on it, I believe it to be original and accurate.
I have taken some time to write this description and details to the best of my knowledge. Yes the Bronco does need a few minor things, but nothing big or show stoppers. You could drive this Bronco home if you wish to. It has not been fully restored, it is not flawless, but a respectable Bronco. This is a very good running and driving bronco. I get compliments on it everywhere I go and it has been very reliable and has never left me stranded. The engine bay has not been fogged with a black spray can like allot of Broncos out there, it is pretty clean and shows its original status. Finding Early Ford Broncos with original uncut rear quarters and fenders are not getting any easier to find.
Buyer is responsible for all shipping/transportation costs. I can have it shipped right to your doorstep if needed. I will make my schedule flexible for pickup of the Bronco when needed, and assist in loading. A United States Post Office Money Order of $1,000.00 for a deposit must be received within 48 hours after the auction closes. The deposit is NON-Refundable. Standard money orders, cashier’s checks, and bank checks NOT accepted. Cash is always welcomed. The remainder of payment for the Bronco must be a wire transfer to my bank, or cash in person. Full payment of the remainder balance is due 7 days after close of auction. I will not release the Bronco or title until paid in full. Bronco must be picked up within three weeks after auction closes. Please do not bid on the Bronco if you don't have the funds to pay for it or if you don't plan on taking it if your the high bidder. This is a used vehicle that is sold "as is" with no guarantee or warrantee expressed or implied. I have a great track record on Ebay with 100% feedback rate, I feel I do good honest business. Good luck, and happy bidding!
This Bronco is NOT being driven in the Michigan Winter! It was backed out of the heated barn for the pictures only.
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