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Customer Service. Our Company. The Classic Ford Bronco was produced for 12 model years, 1966 to 1977.

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American car modelFord BroncoOverviewManufacturerProduction190 (to commence)Body and chassis(1965–1977)(1977–1996)(2020–)2-door (1965–1996 & 2020–)4-door (2020–)ChronologyPredecessor(for revival)SuccessorThe Ford Bronco is a model line of SUVs that were manufactured and marketed by from 1965 to 1996. After the first generation of the Bronco was introduced as a competitor to compact SUVs (including the and ), the succeeding four generations of the Bronco were full-size SUVs, competing against the. The first Bronco was assembled using its own chassis, while the full-size Bronco was derived from the Ford F-Series (F-100, later F-150) pickup truck; all Broncos were produced with four-wheel drive powertrains.The Ford Bronco was withdrawn from the Ford light-truck model line following declining demand for two-door SUVs.

For the 1997 model year, Ford replaced the Bronco with the, a four-door SUV based on the F-150 (the later was based on the Ford F-250 Super Duty).From 1965 to 1996, Broncos were produced at Ford's in. In 2017, Ford announced the reintroduction of the Ford Bronco as a mid-size SUV (derived from the ) as a 2021 model; manufacturing is to return to Michigan Assembly. 3-speed manual. 3-speed automaticDimensions92 in (2,337 mm)Length151.5 in (3,848 mm)Width68.5 in (1,740 mm)Height71.6 in (1,819 mm)The idea behind the Bronco began with Ford product manager in the early 1960s (who also conceived the ) and engineered by Ford engineer Paul G. Axelrad, with approving the final model for production in February 1964, after the first clay models were built in mid-1963. Developed as an off-road vehicle (ORV), the Bronco was intended as a competitor for the.

Today a in terms of size, Ford marketing shows a very early example of promoting a civilian off-roader as a 'Sports Utility' (the two-door pickup version).Initially selling well, following the introduction of the, and (from 1969 to 1974), demand shifted towards SUVs with better on-road capability, leading to a decline in demand for the Bronco.Chassis The first-generation Bronco is built upon a chassis developed specifically for the model range, shared with no other Ford or Lincoln-Mercury vehicle. Built on a 92-inch wheelbase (sized between the CJ-5 and Scout; only an inch shorter than the later CJ-7), the Bronco used box-section body-on-frame construction.To simplify production, all examples were sold with four-wheel drive; a shift-on the-fly 20 and were standard. The rear axle was a, with drive and leaf springs; the front axle was a, replaced by a in 1971. In contrast to the Twin I-Beams of larger Ford trucks, the Bronco used radius arms to locate the coil-sprung front axle, along with a lateral track bar, allowing for a 34-foot turning circle, long wheel travel, and anti-dive geometry (useful for snowplowing). A heavier-duty suspension system was an option, along with air front springs. Powertrain At its August 1965 launch, the Bronco was offered with a 170 cubic-inch inline-6. Derived from the Ford Falcon, the 105 hp engine was modified with solid, a 6-US-quart (6 L), heavy-duty fuel pump, oil-bath air cleaner, and a with a float bowl compensated against tilting.

In March 1966, a 200 hp 289 cubic-inch V8 was introduced as an option. For the 1969 model year, the 289 V8 was enlarged to 302 cubic inches, remaining through the 1977 model year. For 1973, a 200 cubic-inch inline-6 became the standard engine, offered through 1977.To lower production costs, at its launch, the Bronco was offered solely with a 3-speed column-shifted manual transmission and floor mounted transfer case shifter (with a floor-mounted transmission shifter later becoming a popular modification). In 1973, in response to buyer demand, a 3-speed automatic transmission became offered as an option. Body design In a central theme of the first-generation Bronco, styling was subordinated to simplicity and economy, so all glass was flat, bumpers were straight C-sections, and the left and right door skins were symmetrical (prior to the fitment of door mounting hardware).For 1966, three body configurations were offered, including a 2-door wagon and half-cab pickup, and open-body roadster. At its $2,194 base price ($17,507 in 2018 dollars), the Bronco included few amenities as standard. However, a large number of options were offered through both Ford and its dealers, including front bucket seats, a rear bench seat, a, and a, as well as functional items such as a tow bar, an auxiliary gas tank, a, a snowplow, a winch, and a.

Aftermarket accessories included campers, units, and the usual array of wheels, chassis, and engine parts for increased performance.For 1967, Ford introduced the Sport option package for the Bronco wagon. Consisting primarily of chrome exterior trim and wheelcovers, the Sport package was distinguished by red-painted FORD grille lettering. For 1970, the Bronco Sport became a freestanding model rather than an option package.To comply with federal regulations, the Bronco was fitted with backup lights and side marker lamps (in 1967 and 1968, respectively). After struggling with sales, the open-body Bronco roadster was withdrawn after the 1968 model year.After 1972, the Bronco half-cab was withdrawn; along with its lower sales compared to the wagon, Ford had introduced the larger compact pickup.In a minor revision, for 1977, the exterior-mounted fuel tank caps were replaced behind hinged doors (as on all other Ford trucks). 1966-1977 Ford Bronco body styles. Interior, 1966-1967 Ford Bronco pickupTrim Inititally offered as a single trim level with a long option list, for 1967, Ford introduced the Sport option package for the Bronco wagon.

Consisting primarily of chrome exterior trim and wheelcovers, the Sport package was distinguished by red-painted FORD grille lettering. For 1970, the Bronco Sport became a freestanding model rather than an option package.For 1972, in line with the F-Series trucks, the Ranger trim became the top of the line Bronco, offering body stripes, model-specific wheel covers, cloth seats, woodgrain door panels, and carpeted interior.In a 1975 interior revision, the Bronco Sport and Bronco Ranger adapted the two-spoke steering wheel from the F-Series. Sales 1966-1977 Ford Bronco productionYearUnits197714,546Racing In 1965, race car builder Bill Stroppe assembled a team of Broncos for long-distance off-road competition. Partnering with, the Stroppe/Holman/Moody (SHM) Broncos competed in the, and Mexican 1000 (later named the ). In 1969, SHM again entered a team of six Broncos in the. In 1971, a 'Baja Bronco' package was marketed through Ford dealers, featuring quick-ratio power steering, automatic transmission, fender flares covering Commando tires, a, reinforced bumpers, a padded, and distinctive red, white, blue, and black paint.

Priced at US$5,566, versus the standard V8 Bronco price of $3,665, only 650 were sold over the next four years.In 1966, a Bronco ' built by Doug Nash for the quarter-mile finished with a few low 8-second times, but it was sidelined by sanctioning organizations when pickups and aluminum frames were outlawed. Second generation (1978–1979) Second generation. 1979 Ford Bronco with Free-Wheelin' packageOverviewProduction1977 –1979AssemblyUnited States: Dick Nesbitt (1972)Body and chassisFull-size3-doorPowertrain351 cu in (5.8 L)400 cu in (6.6 L)4-speed Borg-Warner T-184-speed New Process NP435 manual3-speedDimensions104 in (2,642 mm)Length180.3 in (4,580 mm)Width79.3 in (2,014 mm)Height75.5 in (1,918 mm)4,663–4,718 lb (2,115–2,140 kg)For the 1978 model year, the second-generation Bronco was introduced; to better compete with the, and, the Bronco entered the full-size SUV segment. In place of a model-specific chassis, the Bronco was adapted directly from the Ford F-Series, becoming a shortened version of the F-100 4x4.

1979 Bronco Ranger XLTTrim For the second-generation Bronco, the model line adopted the same trim nomenclature as the F-Series. The Bronco Custom served as the standard-trim model with the Bronco Ranger XLT as the top-level trim. For 1978, as with the F-Series trucks, Customs were fitted with round headlamps while Ranger XLTs had rectangular units, which became standard for all Broncos for 1979.During 1978 and 1979, alongside the Econoline, F-Series, and Courier, the Bronco was sold with a 'Free-Wheelin ' cosmetic option package for both Custom and Ranger XLT trims. Featuring tricolor striping and blacked-out exterior trim, the package featured revised exterior striping for 1979. Fourth generation (1987–1991) Fourth generationOverviewProduction1986 –1991AssemblyUnited States: Venezuela: Body and chassisFull-size SUV3-door station wagonPowertrain300 cu in (4.9 L)302 cu in (4.9 L)351 cu in (5.8 L) V85-speed manual3-speed4-speed automatic4-speedDimensions104.7 in (2,660 mm)Length180.5 in (4,580 mm)Width79.1 in (2,010 mm)Height1987–1989: 74.0 in (1,880 mm).1990–1991: 74.5 in (1,890 mm)For the 1987 model year, coinciding with the introduction of the, the Bronco was given a similar update.

While the shortened F-100 platform introduced in 1978 saw changes, the 1987 Bronco was given a number of updates to both the exterior and interior. As it shared its front sheetmetal with the F-150, in the interest of slightly better aerodynamics, the Bronco gained its reshaped front bumper, flatter front grille, reshaped hood, and composite headlamps. A change separate from aerodynamic improvements was the adoption of rounded wheel openings in the fenders. The interior was given redesigned front seats, door panels, dashboard and controls (including a new steering wheel), and instrument panels. In the interest of safety, rear-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS) became standard in 1986 with the 1987 model.For the first time, for 1987 the Bronco was available with push-button control for its four-wheel drive as an option starting at introduction in 1986. The Bronco carried over the 4.9L inline-six, 5.0L V8, and 5.8L 'HO' V8 from 1986.

In 1986, the inline-six was given fuel injection on '87 models, with the 5.8L HO gaining the configuration a year later. For 1987, two Mazda-produced 5-speed manual transmissions replaced the previous 4-speed (depending on engine); the C6 3-speed automatic was phased out in favor of the AOD 4-speed automatic and the heavier-duty E4OD 4-speed automatic (the latter becoming the sole automatic in 1991). Special editions To commemorate 25 years of production, Ford offered a Silver Anniversary Edition Bronco for the 1991 model year. A cosmetic option package, the Silver Anniversary Edition featured Currant Red exterior paint (package exclusive) and a gray leather interior (the first time leather seating was available for a Bronco).For 1991 through 1992, the Nite option package featured a completely blacked-out exterior with contrasting graphics. Alongside the top-line Eddie Bauer trim, both special editions were available only with a V8 engine and automatic transmission.

Fifth generation (1992–1996) Fifth generationOverviewProduction1991 –1996AssemblyUnited States: Venezuela: Body and chassisFull-size SUV3-door station wagonPowertrain300 cu in (4.9 L) (1992)302 cu in (4.9 L)351 cu in (5.8 L)4-speed automatic4-speed5-speedDimensions104.7 in (2,660 mm)Length183.6 in (4,660 mm)Width79.1 in (2,010 mm)Height1995–1996: 74.4 in (1,890 mm)1992–1994: 74.5 in (1,890 mm)Following the introduction of the, the Bronco saw a major design update for the 1992 model year. It was based on the same basic F-Series chassis introduced in late 1977, and the Bronco also saw updates to the exterior and interior. In the interest of making the vehicle more aerodynamic, designers again used wraparound composite headlight units and a larger grille. Although protruding from the body, the larger front bumper was given a rounded design. The interior again saw updates to the dashboard and instrument panel, with the addition of leather front seats as an option for XLT and Eddie Bauer trims as well as optional remote keyless entry with an anti-theft alarm.

Safety changes The redesign of the Bronco for 1992 would include the addition of a number of safety features, including front, three-point seatbelts for the rear seat, and a center-mounted rear brake light. In 1993, as with the F-150, the 1994 Bronco received a standard driver-side airbag and reinforced internal door beams. One change resulting from the addition of the safety equipment was that the lift-off hardtop on the Bronco was no longer removable from a legal standpoint (as it contained rear-seat seatbelts and the center brake light); to discourage the practice (which was still physically possible), Ford removed all literature in the Bronco owner's manual explaining how to remove the hardtop. To further discourage its removal, the bolts securing the hardtop in place were changed to 'tamper proof' bolts, requiring special tools, in place of standard hex-head bolts.Special editions.

1995-1996 Ford Bronco Eddie BauerThe monochrome Nite edition was again available, though 1992 was its last offering. Monochrome paint versions were reintroduced from 1993 (1994 model) to 1996, as the XLT Sport variant of the Bronco available in black, red, or white. Another variant of the XLT was a two-tone light teal green and white (charcoal gray interior); approximately 600 were produced each year.As with its, and F-150 counterparts, Ford continued sales of the Eddie Bauer outdoors-themed variant of the Bronco through 1996. For 1994, the trim featured an overhead console, lighted sun visors, and a dimming rear-view mirror.

For 1995, a vented front bumper was added (it was added to the XLT for 1996).Cosmetic exterior and interior changes included a sweeping front end and a new dashboard. Maroon and blue leather seats were first offered in 1991 (1992 model year) through the end of production. Power mirrors were again offered from 1991 launch, and from 1995, the Bronco became the first vehicle to incorporate turn signal lights in its side mirrors. All 1994–1996 Eddie Bauers have an overhead console.

Some 1994–1996 XLTs and Eddie Bauers have lighted sun visors and a dimming rear-view mirror. From 1995–1996, Eddie Bauer models have a vented front bumper. For 1996, XLTs received the vented front bumper as well.Engine changes In 1992, the 300 engine was removed from the Bronco lineup. The 302 engine received a Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor system in 1994. The 351 followed with MAF in 1996 in California. 351s in the rest of the country received MAF in 1996 along with OBD2 on both the 302 and 351.Discontinuation In mid- to late 1996, Ford announced the discontinuation of the Bronco.

1966 Ford Bronco Value

The last model built rolled off the Wayne, Michigan assembly line on June 12. The final model was escorted by longtime Bronco enthusiast Jeff Trapp’s 1970 halfcab during a drive-off ceremony. – Many people have speculated that Ford discontinued the Bronco because sales declined in the aftermath of the. The Bronco gained sudden notoriety when an estimated 95 million TV viewers tuned in to watch the police slowly chase a white Ford Bronco carrying down Los Angeles'.

Ford discontinued manufacturing the Bronco two years later, but not because of the infamy from the O.J. Simpson police chase. According to Mark Schirmer, a communications director for Ford utility vehicles, the model line was ended to make room for the automaker’s newest additions to the lineup which were the large SUV family-style replacements, the and the. The family-friendly Expedition and Explorer offered four doors and were introduced to compete with ', and larger and models.

The 2-door Bronco was already fading in popularity long before O.J. Simpson made the vehicle a celebrity, according to Ford. See also: Sixth generationOverviewManufacturerFord Motor CompanyProduction2020 (to commence)AssemblyUnited States: Body and chassisMid-size SUV2-door SUV4-door SUVChassisRelatedIn 2020, the Bronco returns to the Ford light-truck product range as a 2021 model, following a 25-year hiatus. Shifting its chassis underpinnings from the to the, the sixth-generation Bronco will become a mid-size SUV for the first time.Background The revival of the Ford Bronco came to light in 2016, during labor negotiations between Ford and the. As the future of the Michigan Assembly facility came to light, the assembly of the was to be shifted to Mexico.

Following criticism of the decision by, the UAW revealed to the media that production of the Focus and C-Max were to be replaced by a revival of the Ford Ranger and Ford Bronco nameplates.While the Ranger was expected to be a version of the global Ranger T6 adapted to North American use, specific details of the configuration of the revived Bronco were less certain. Speculated as a Ford competitor to the, the Bronco was expected to reach production by 2020. At the, Ford officially confirmed the return of the Ford Bronco for the 2021 model year. Later in 2017, Ford released a social media site dedicated to the launch of the 2021 Bronco.The 2021 Ford Bronco will be a mid-size SUV which will be offered in both two and four-door variants.

Built alongside the Ford Ranger at in (home to the 1966-1996 Ford Bronco assembly), the Bronco is largely speculated to share a chassis with the Ford Ranger pickup and the Ford Everest mid-size SUV. It is likely that it will also share its powertrain with the Ranger. During the announcement of its return, Ford chief technical officer Raj Nair stated that the 2021 Bronco will be designed as a distinct model line, rather than a version of the Everest adapted for the United States and Canada. Ford showed a pre-production prototype to a group of dealers in March 2019. A 1989 Centurion Classic; a Ford F-350 crew cab mated with rear bodywork of a BroncoAlthough Ford would not produce a factory-built competitor for the until the introduction of the Expedition and Excursion, a four-door version of the fourth- and fifth-generation Bronco was produced as the Centurion Classic, constructed by Centurion Vehicles, a converter specializing in Ford trucks based in.In the construction of each Classic, Centurion would actually use two different Ford trucks: an F-Series crew-cab pickup and a Bronco. The wheelbase was shortened from 168 inches to 140 inches (nine inches longer than the Suburban), and the Bronco rear quarter panels, hardtop, and tailgate were mated to the pickup bodywork. Early models used fiberglass rear body panels, but later, these were made from steel.

As the rear seat of the Bronco was retained, the Centurion Classic featured three-row seating for up to nine people.Two models of the Centurion Classic were produced: the C150 Classic (based on the Ford F-150 chassis; four-wheel drive was optional) and the C350 Classic (based on the Ford F-350 chassis; four-wheel drive was standard). In contrast to the 3/4-ton Suburban 2500, the C350 Classic was based on a one-ton chassis. The C150 was powered by the 5.0L and 5.8L V8 engines, with the C350 powered by the 7.3L diesel V8 and 7.5L gasoline V8 (the only Bronco variants to use these engines).The Centurion Classic was offered until the end of Bronco production in 1996; though the Bronco was directly replaced by the Expedition, the C150/C350 is closest in size to the introduced for the 2000 model year. Bronco concept at the 2004At the, a Ford Bronco was unveiled.

Inspired by the first-generation (1966-1977) Ford Bronco, the 2004 concept adapted a short wheelbase, round headlamps, and squared-off roofline; the concept marked one of the first uses of a three-bar grille on Ford vehicles. Using a minimalist exterior design, the Bronco design was unveiled alongside a at the same show.Using the of the, the Bronco concept was powered by a 2.0L four-cylinder turbodiesel (from the ) and a six-speed manual transmission. Replacing, an 'Intelligent' 4-wheel drive system was intended for improved stability and fuel economy.