1975 Ford Bronco

The original Bronco was an ORV intended to compete primarily with Jeep CJ and the International Harvester Scout. The idea behind the Bronco began with Ford product manager Donald N. Frey. With the help of Lee Iacocca, the idea was pushed through into production. The early Bronco (1966-1977) was unlike any other Ford in which it had a frame, suspension, and a body that were not shared with any other vehicle.

The Bronco was designed under engineer Paul G. Axelrad and unique to his design, the axles and brakes were used from the Ford F-100 four wheel drive pickup truck, the front axle was located by radius arms (from the frame near the rear of the transmission forward to the axle) and a lateral track bar, allowing the use of coil springs that gave the Bronco a 34ft turning circle, long wheel travel, and an anti-dive geometry which was useful for snowplowing. The rear suspension was more conventional, with leaf springs in a typical Hotchkiss design. A shift-on the-fly Dana Corp. transfer case and locking hubs were standard.

This great looking and running gem is a sport model and has been owned by the same owner for 21 years. It is originally a California truck and was brought to Michigan in the early 90's and used primarily as vacation vehicle in Northern Michigan. There are a number of receipts dating back to 1984. Included in these are new paint and a gas tank in 1999 along with a new exhaust system in 2000. This truck was Ziebarted and is stated to never have been driven in snow, which accounts for its rust free condition and over its 87,000 original miles. It also is equipped with A/C, power steering, power brakes, a front mounted winch, and dual gas tanks. Recent maintenance includes a new water pump and a rebuilt carb. The three-on-the-tree shifts great and the removable top is also in great condition. Get in this Bronco and go for a ride! Rust free, well cared for, early Broncos are getting harder and harder to find every day, don't miss out on this one!

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