1966 Ford Bronco Wagon

Description

First offered in 1966, Ford touted the Bronco as a vehicle that was ready to do “what you want to do … where you want to do it.” The original four-wheel-drive Ford Bronco — built as a direct competitor to the International Scout — was introduced in 1966 and earned a loyal following from new. Interest increased in the central plains states and the American west, while Broncos also sold rapidly in the northern states, being a perfect get-around vehicle in the winter and a maneuverable platform for a small snowplow.

Clever details like front fenders with raised edges to allow for clear visibility during articulating movements gave the Bronco an advantage over its competition. Rugged, utilitarian, simple to maintain, and powerful where it counts, these first-generation Broncos were available in several body styles, including this Wagon. Among the Bronco's standard features were three-speed manual and automatic transmissions, a through-drive two-speed transfer case, Mono-Beam front suspension, 11x2-inch front drum brakes, folding windshield, heater, and defroster.

This 1966 Ford Bronco has recently been refurbished and upgraded with Ford 289 V8 power, new suspension with lift kit, a refreshed bucket seat interior with air conditioning, and striking Lamborghini Rosso Vik paint.

Highlights

Classic first-generation Bronco reimagined

• Powered by a Ford 289 cu-in V8 with engine dress up kit

• New Stage 2 Ford AOD four-speed overdrive automatic transmission

• Refinished in Lamborghini Rosso Vik (0032) paint

• Custom black vinyl bucket seat interior with air conditioning

• Toyo R/T Open Country 35x12.50R17 LT mud and snow tires on Method wheels

• The chassis number (U15FL781103) decodes as:

  • U15 – U100 4x4 Wagon

  • F – 170 cu-in I6

  • L – Michigan Truck Assembly (Wayne, Mich.) plant

  • 781103 – Serial number (built November 1965)

Features

• Upgrades on this 1966 Bronco Wagon include:

• Fresh seals and gaskets, engine dress up kit, fuel pump and fuel system, brake booster, radiator with electric fan, all hoses and soft parts replaced

• New transfer case

• New rear end including axles

• New disc brake conversion

• New interior (seats, carpet, headliner, gauges, console, panels, steering column)

• New suspension all around including lift kit and Bilstein shocks

• Bilstein steering damper

• New radio and speakers with Apple CarPlay

• All-new weather stripping

• Two-door, 4x4 wagon

• Removable hardtop

• Heavy duty clutch

• Free running front hubs

• Day/Nite mirror

• Limited-slip front and rear axles

• Wood-rimmed, three-spoke steering wheel

• Wood shift knob on floor shifter and 4x4 transfer case shifter

• Locking center console

• Cup holders

• 100 mph speedometer and five-digit odometer

• Wheelbase: 92 inches

• Length: 152.1 inches

• Width: 68 inches

Known Imperfections

• This 1966 Ford Bronco Wagon was recently restored and is said to be free from any substantial imperfections.

Included

• Receipts from restoration

Ownership History

This 1966 Ford Bronco Wagon was built in November 1965, originally with the standard 170 cu-in inline-six engine.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle.

Contact: Jakob Greisen Phone: 415.480.9028 email: jgreisen@hagerty.com