1979 Ford Ranchero 500 Standard Cab Pickup 2-door 5.8l on 2040-cars
Somerset, California, United States
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Up for auction is a clean rust free 1979 Ford Ranchero Brougham, it is a California truck, with new carpet, and custom 70's paint/sunroof.... Check out those wheels! This was the last of the mid size Ford vehicles with a full frame, and the last year for the Ranchero. This one has the full instramentaion, like the GT models. All the gauges work, even the clock ! The tilt column is in good condition, and the cruise works! The cornering lamps and other lights also work. The engine is a stock 351 M, and has the FMX transmission. The rear axle is the HD ford 9 inch unit. This truck has had the following recently; master cylinder, rebuilt front end including upper control arm ball joints and bushings, new shocks, ( HD overload rears) new tie rods, power sterring box and hoses,new radiator, trans service, and new premium carpet professionally installed. This ranchero is currently California registered, and has recently passed the very tough test. It has a clear title. The sunroof is a twin type, and has not leaked. It has a carpet bed mat that velcros and snaps in.I have a set of replacement bed trim parts and clips that go with the truck. There was NO rust or corrosion on the floor when I had the carpet replaced. This Ranchero has 2 dents and a few dings,with several paint chips . It also has faded paint on the Left had Quarter. I am sure it has been repainted,but, is the original RARE color. This is the same as the 1978 Lincoln Mark V / Ford Thunderbird Diamond Jubilee color..... All in all, a nice example of the last of the Rancheros......Feel free to ask all questions before bidding, sold "AS IS" will help your shipper. East coast shipping to the NY area is about $1200.00 as a ball park. I reserve the right to end this auction at any time as it is advertised locally. Sold with NO RESERVE! Call for questions! 530-620-3665
Relisted due to a phony buyer! please,only bid if your serious,this cost me $150.00 for this issue!!!!!!!!!!! |
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