1977 Ford Bronco Wagon

Description

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The Ford Bronco marked Ford's inaugural entrance into the sport utility vehicle market. The Bronco's development was the result of comprehensive surveys conducted among owners of the International Harvester Scout and the Jeep CJ series. These surveys highlighted a consistent theme: commendable off-road prowess marred by poor passenger comfort and a glaring absence of highway passing power. In response to this valuable feedback, Ford boldly entered the arena, unveiling the Bronco in 1965. The Bronco offered three distinct body styles, the open-air Roadster, two-door Sports Utility, and three-door Wagon. Both the Sports Utility and Wagon versions boasted a removable hardtop, allowing for fun in the sun.  

In 1977, the curtain closed on the first generation of the Bronco. By then, the Bronco lineup had streamlined to the Wagon body style, with the 302 cu-in V8 engine standing as the sole power plant option after the inline-six engine bowed out due to stringent EPA regulations. Buyers were presented with a choice between the direct-drive three-speed manual transmission or the “C4” three-speed automatic. The following year, in 1978, the Bronco transitioned to a full-size chassis to vie with competitors like the Dodge Ram Charger and GM's K-5 Jimmy and Blazer models. 

Today, the first-generation Ford Bronco enjoys a dedicated following, with a vibrant aftermarket community supporting a wide spectrum of Bronco builds, ranging from stock restorations to extravagant restomods. 

Highlights 

• Powered by a 302 cu-in V8 engine  

• Equipped with a “C4” three-speed automatic transmission 

• Modern Clarion AM/FM radio with CD Player and aux input 

• MSD Digital 6AL ignition box 

• Equipped with Ford 9 inch rear end 

• Equipped with Dana-44 front axle  

• Power steering 

• Power brakes 

• Front disc brakes  

• Chrome Edelbrock engine dress-up kit 

• Removable hard top  

• Locking center console 

• Aftermarket 15-inch alloy wheels wrapped in aggressive 32X11.5 BF Goodrich All-Terrain T/A tires 

• Modern front bucket seats 

• Original rear seat 

• Finished in blue with white top and fender flares 

• Equipped with steering stabilizer 

• Trailer hitch  

• True dual exhaust 

• Warn manual-locking front hubs 

• Bed-liner-treated floor pans and tailgate 

• Equipped with Sport package, featuring color keyed interior door panels and chrome accents throughout  

• The chassis number (U15GL000592) decodes as: 

  • U15- Wagon 

  • G- Equipped with 302 cu-in V8 engine 

  • L- Built at Michigan Truck assembly plant in Wayne, Michigan 

  • 000592- Built in August of 1976 

Features 

• Shift-on the fly Dana 20 two-speed transfer case 

• Dual gas tanks 

• Chrome vent windows 

• Three-spoke wood accented sport steering wheel 

• Black vinyl interior 

• Heater 

• Windshield defroster 

• Cigarette lighter 

• Chrome mirrors 

• Crank windows 

• Front and rear cup holders 

• Electric windshield wipers 

• Door armrests 

• Door mounted speakers 

• Front bumper guards 

• Vinyl padded dashboard 

• Chrome exhaust tips 

• Dual-piston master cylinder 

Known Imperfections 

• The selling dealer states this Ford Bronco was subject to an amateur restoration about 10 years ago with rust and plastic filler present as noted in photos 

• Front gas tank leaks 

• Fuel gauge is inaccurate 

Included 

• Carpet floor mats 

Ownership History 

According to the seller, this 1977 Ford Bronco has remained within the same family's ownership since 2009.