Ford Bronco 170 Inline 6 1967
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SUPERCLEAN EARLY BRONCO, FRESH STRAIGHT 6, 3-SPEED, R134 A/C, RECENT RESTORATION
Looks like car guys have discovered that it's a lot of fun to play in the mud, too. Early 4x4s like this 1967 Ford Bronco are receiving high-quality builds that would have been unthinkable just a few years ago. Yet this truck is as carefully crafted as a Mustang resto-mod, and probably more valuable to collectors today.
The reason Broncos are so highly prized is that they were used up and thrown away back in the day, making clean survivors exceedingly rare. Following a comprehensive build that takes a few liberties in search of more off-roading prowess, it looks the way Bronco fans always imagined their trucks should have looked from the factory. Of course, the vivid bright red paint didn't shine like this in 1967, but it looks so good on the angular Bronco sheetmetal that you can hardly fault a guy for picking it. The steel underneath is straight, which is critical because straight and flat is the only shape on the whole Bronco body. The fenders have been clearanced for oversized fender flares and even the removable hardtop was treated to that sizzling red paint. The grille is black, but the simple bumpers are still chrome, the factory emblems are in place, and the tailgate still proudly wears FORD lettering.
The interior is far more traditional, wearing black bucket seats that look strikingly similar to those found in the Mustang. With black carpets on the floor, it's a bit more polished-feeling than most of its siblings, yet the no-frills atmosphere actually works quite well for a back-to-basics truck like this. The skinny steering wheel is easy to grab and has a great industrial look that seems to work really well here, and fresh door panels help soften things up a bit so it's actually comfortable enough to be driven every day. There's a locking center console, new ice cold A/C, and an original gauge pod that includes the speedometer with auxiliary gauges orbiting its perimeter. Three-on-the-tree shifting with a T-handle for the transfer case makes it easy to get familiar with the Bronco in very little time, and it appears that this truck never had a radio. The hardtop is removable for a pure open-air experience but seals this truck up well enough that you never have to worry about inclement weather.
A sturdy 170 cubic inch inline-6 generates the kind of smooth torque that makes this Bronco feel fast and agile, even on the trails. It's not a tire-smoker, but it would be a mistake to under-estimate this engine. Highly detailed, it has a high-performance Ford look that will be familiar, and includes upgrades like an MSD ignition system, oversized radiator, and the A/C compressor hidden down low where it won't be noticed. The one-barrel carb lives under a factory air cleaner with a reproduction decal and there's a chrome valve cover on the engine itself and we like the look. The chassis was also fully restored and there's more durable spray-on undercoating protecting the sheetmetal, a snarky exhaust system, and a modest suspension setup that makes it ready to play in the dirt or happy to cruise the streets. Polished aluminum wheels are flashy enough to keep up with the rest of the truck and wear oversized 33x12.50-15 Kumho off-road radials.
Very fresh, very clean, and very fun, this Bronco is only the latest in a long line of high-quality 4x4s that are hitting the market today. Don't get left behind, take a great one home. Call today!
Features : Vinyl Interior, Heat, Air Conditioning, Defrost
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1967 Ford Bronco 170 Inline 6 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Lithia Springs by Streetside Classics for $37995.
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Car type : Car Make : Ford Model : Bronco Model Version : 170 Inline 6 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1967 Location : Atlanta
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Ford, founded in 1902, has arguably changed the history of automotive world more than any other car manufacturer by introducing the first people's car Model T in 1908. They had produced more than 15 million cars by the end of the production in 1927, by which T had become obsolete.Ford launched the first low priced V8 engine powered car in 1932. 1932 V8 was an instant hit with superior handling and performance to many far more expansive cars of the day. No wonder 32 V8 Ford has become such a favourite among hot rodders around the world with 32 Deuce coupe as their icon.
During the war Ford completely shut down civilian vehicle production to dedicate all its resources to the Allied war efforts (1942-45) They used to build B-24 bombers, aircraft engines, jeeps, M-4 tanks, military trucks and Bren-gun carriers and more than 30,000 super-charged Rolls Royce Merlin V-12 engines for Mosquito and Lancaster bombers as well as P-51 Mustang fighters. After the war Ford cars in the USA got bigger and flashier along with their competitors. In the 60's Ford was back in the forefront again when introducing their commercial hit Mustang in 1964. Mustang was so popular the competition had to follow Ford's example and the ponycar phenomenon took over the US. Over the years the ponies grew some muscles until the oil crisis kill finally killed them off.
In the sixties Ford rushed into international motor sports scene with a fury. After unsuccessful Ferrari takeover, when Enzo Ferrari had cut the deal off with Henry Ford II making the latter absolutely boil with fury, Ford turned to Lola in UK to produce a Ferrari beating long distance racer after. The collaboration between Ford and Lola created the mighty Ford GT40 that absolutely beat Ferrari in Le Mans 24 numerous times.
In Europe, Ford introduced some of the most epic race and rally cars of the 60's based on humble family sedans; Cortina GT, Lotus Cortina, Escort Twin Cam, and Escort 1600RS with the iconic Cosworth BDA engines.
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