289-Powered 1966 Ford Bronco

Description

Introduced for the 1966 model year, the first-generation Ford Bronco was a compact off-roader offered in three body styles — Roadster, Sports Utility (half-cab pickup), and fully enclosed Wagon — all with standard part-time four-wheel drive. Early production Broncos came with a 170ci inline-six, with a 289ci V8 added as a factory option partway through the 1966 model year.

This 1966 Bronco Wagon has been refinished in a metallic blue over a black interior and has been mechanically upgraded while retaining a stock-style appearance. Re-powered by a 289ci V8 with induction handled by an Edelbrock Performer intake manifold and carburetor, the truck has been fitted with a C4 automatic transmission sending power to the ground through a Dana 30 front axle and part-time four-wheel drive with two-speed transfer case.

It rides on the factory steel wheels wearing a set of 1966-specific hubcaps, and a 2-inch lift helps fit BFGoodrich All-Terrain tires. A Wild Horses power steering kit and front disc brake conversion bring the truck to more modern standards.

The wiring has been updated glovebox-mounted fuse panel, and the seller reports recently replacing various suspension bushings and radiator.

This 1966 Ford Bronco is now offered with various spares and a clean California title in the seller's name.

Highlights

• Refinished in metallic blue over black upholstery

• 289 V8 paired with a C4 automatic transmission

• Edelbrock induction and PerTronix ignition

• Wild Horses front disc brake conversion and power steering kit

• 2-inch lift kit and BFGoodrich KO2 tires

Factory Equipment

• The chassis number (U15FL791852) decodes the following:

  • U15 — Series code for a U-100 Bronco Wagon (4x4)

  • F — Engine code for a 170ci inline-six

  • L — Michigan Truck Plant in Wayne, Michigan

  • 791852 — Production serial number, placing its production build early in the 1966 model year run

• Dana 30 front axle

• Part-time four-wheel drive with two-speed transfer case

• Manual-locking front hubs

• Fold-flat windshield

• Fiberglass removable hardtop

• Rear tailgate and hatch window

• Bucket seats, rear bench

Modifications

• 289ci V8 engine

• Edelbrock Performer intake manifold

• Edelbrock 1406 carburetor

• PerTronix distributor and coil

• C4 automatic transmission with B&M floor shifter

• Ceramic-coated headers with oxygen sensor bungs

• Dual exhaust system with H-pipe and Spintech mufflers

• Aftermarket 20-gallon fuel tank

• Aftermarket wiring with glovebox-mounted fuse panel

• 2-inch suspension lift

• Wild Horses power steering kit and front disc-brake conversion

• Auxiliary gauges and altimeter

• Roll bar

Servicing

Along with the upgrades mentioned above, the seller reports the following servicing:

• 30x9.50x15 BFGoodrich K02 tires installed

• Radiator replaced

• Rear leaf springs and related bushings replaced

Known Imperfections

• Images detailing the vehicle's condition are available in the gallery

• Various paint chips and scratches

• Tears in the driver's seat upholstery

Ownership History

The seller acquired this Bronco in 2015 and states, "This is an uncut 1966 Bronco in a beautiful electric blue color with black interior. It also has the very rare one year only 1966 hubcaps."

Included Items

• Spare valve covers

• Removed windshield wiper assembly

• Canvas top

• Reproduction literature