Two Tone Tuesday: Classic Bronco a Born Outdoorsman
Almost 40 years old, this built-tough Bronco is all-original and still rugged enough to climb any mountain.
For this week’s Two Tone Tuesday, we are featuring an old-school 1980 Ford Bronco XLT 4×4 that has stood the test of time. This tough midsized SUV is a perfect example of why the Bronco has a well-deserved devoted following. In green and cream, this rig is right at home where it belongs: outside.
Manufactured by Ford from 1965 to 1996, the Bronco was the ideal off-road ride. And while the Blue Oval is finally bringing back the beloved SUV, we still love these classic bad boys, This third-generation Bronco was found at Cool Classic Rides in Oregon. And it is amazing how well-preserved this badass Bronco is.
It has a hard top, easy to remove, so you can ride with or without. Without the hardtop you can see that beautiful roll bar. Shockingly, it is rust-free. he Still original is the paint, factory wheels, and most of the interior.
There is a custom front bumper that has a Ramsey electric winch with an 8,000 lb capacity.
Powered by a 302 ci (5.0 L) V8 engine, it is paired to a four-speed manual transmission, and makes about 175 to 190 horsepower. It is a rugged powertrain that offers plenty of torque.
The interior might be a little dated for some, but we certainly appreciate its vintage charm. It could use a little TLC with the carpeting, but the seating and dash are looking great. And, along the way, the previous owner added in a new, modern audio system. We always appreciate that easy mod, makes it easier to rock out without AM radio and an 8-track.
If you appreciate a classic Ford Bronco like we do, this is definitely a great find. And the best part, it has less that 20,ooo on the odometer, and is priced at $14,500.
A clean rig with sharp looks and sublime performance, we love it. This is a dream ride to take in the fall. And with a tough off-road ready Bronco like this, wherever you’re going, you don’t need roads.
Got an old Bronco or two tone truck? We’d love to see it, show it off in the comments!
Photos: Cool Classic Rides
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