Explorer Hood strips
Explorer Hood strips
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The (1968-1986) Explorers was a limited edition trim and options package group.
It had special trim, pinstripes, special color options, and features that were unique only to Explorer models.
They were only made a few months out of the year, and they did not feature in the main sales brochure as a concequence. They had their own brochure when they were made avaliable.
Also as limited editions they were changed each year. No two years of the Explorer were exactly the same. A 1975 Explorer is different than a 1976 Explorer. Different striping special colors and hood ornament are the biggest changes between them.
They are a lot rarer than the Regular models from brand new. And a lot more rare even now with their special stripes intact. But rare does not mean worth more money, unfortunately.
A couple of pictures of 1976 Explorers:
It had special trim, pinstripes, special color options, and features that were unique only to Explorer models.
They were only made a few months out of the year, and they did not feature in the main sales brochure as a concequence. They had their own brochure when they were made avaliable.
Also as limited editions they were changed each year. No two years of the Explorer were exactly the same. A 1975 Explorer is different than a 1976 Explorer. Different striping special colors and hood ornament are the biggest changes between them.
They are a lot rarer than the Regular models from brand new. And a lot more rare even now with their special stripes intact. But rare does not mean worth more money, unfortunately.
A couple of pictures of 1976 Explorers:
Cranky Old Guy
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: Raphine, Virginia
This totally useless information for you, but the 1976 Bronco was the only year for the Explorer stripes offered on them. Here's a pic of my old Bronco with original paint and striping. You can see the similar pattern.
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