1976 International Scout II XLC

Description

After the original International Scout proved that four-wheel-drive vehicles are as fashionable on the boulevard as the barnyard, IH totally redesigned its little truck for 1971 to become bigger and potentially more powerful. Introduced early in the year, the Scout II estate wagon shared design cues and some components with International’s line of pickup trucks. The larger Scout II was now more of a competitor to Jeep’s Wagoneer and Cherokee rather than the CJ-5. 

Most model year changes were minor until 1976, when the Scout II’s line was expanded to offset lost market share due to the demise of International’s Light Line trucks. Although International elected to shut down Scout II production in October 1980, the Scout II is fondly remembered and highly sought after by collectors. 

Highlights 

• Only two owners from new 

• Offered with 32,792 miles, believed by the consignor to be original 

• A mostly original, highly enjoyed example 

• Upgraded upholstery with authentic Pendleton design and material (over original vinyl) 

• Hard top has been replaced with a soft top (from SofTopper.com) to offer an open-air driving experience if desired 

• Xtra Load Capacity (XLC) offered front and rear spring ratings of 3,100 pounds 

• One-year-only chrome center grille of 15 horizontal bars split into three sections 

Features 

• 345-cu-in V8 engine producing 168 horsepower and 303 lb-ft of torque when new 

• Borg Warner three-speed automatic transmission 

• Four-wheel drive with three settings: 2H (normal), 4L (maximum traction/power), and 4H (30-50 mph with additional traction) 

• Original radio and clock 

• Beige vinyl interior 

• Horizontal gauges: Temperature, oil pressure, alternator, fuel, speedometer (120 mph max) 

• Curb weight 3,609 pounds 

• 100 inch wheelbase; overall length is 165.2 inches 

• Original hubcaps/wheel covers 

• Period advertising called it as “surefooted as a mountain goat” 

Known Imperfections 

• Speedometer does not work 

• Clock does not work  

• Slight rust below the windshield 

• Multiple paint chips up front 

• Faded/worn faux woodgrain sides and paint  

• Some body rust 

• Rust on undercarriage 

• Small rust hole in exhaust manifold 

• Small dent on right front quarter panel near headlight 

• Multiple dents/scrapes on right rear quarter panel near taillight 

• Dent and rust on rear gate 

• Rear bumper looks bent 

• Large paint scrapes near driver’s side taillight 

• Some rust on the bottom of the passenger door 

• Interior rust on both side rails by the rear bench seat 

Included 

• Original hard top 

Ownership History 

After the first owner passed away, the original owner's son kept this Scout II in his garage as a keepsake. Its current owner, whose first car was a 1984 Bronco II and whose brother owned a 1972 Scout, made it clear how much she loved it, and she asked for the chance to buy the Scout if it ever became available. When that opportunity came in 2018, she purchased it immediately. After enjoying it for six years on California’s mountain roads and on trips to the beach, she says, “I don’t think I am giving it its due diligence. I hope it finds its way to someone with the same affection.”