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This is an ealy Ford Bronco project needing a complete restoration but with tremendous upside potential. I purchased this vehicle a few years ago with every intention of restoring it but now realize I have too many other projects to finish and will never be able to give it the attention it deserves. The oringinal color appears to have been Grabber Blue which is what I was going to have it repainted. The truck has typical Bronco rust, mostly from the door striker posts back. I have purchased almost $2,000 of parts for it including replacement body panels, weatherstripping, poly suspension busings, rear crossmember, a body mount kit and window gaskets. All glass is good including a new w/s yet to be installed. I estimate that to replace all the rear sheetmetal would cost about $850 of additional parts from a vendor such as Bronco Graveyard.

Motor does not appear to need a rebuild. There is no smoke in exhaust or any unusual noises. Trans also seems fine. I can't say if transaxle is ok due to fact that I have never used the 4wd, the truck was driven home and has basically sat while I dreamed of restoring it and time slipped by. The truck has power steering and manual brakes with front disc brakes. Will probably need brake job and of course new tires. Wheels should polish up nicely. Has dual exhaust with very loud glasspacks which I would definitely replace.

Truck is for sale locally and I reserve the right to end the listing at any time. Clear NJ title. Sold as is, where is with no warrantees or guarantees written or implied. Buyer responsible for transportation. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have using the ebay feature and thanks for looking.

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