First-generation Broncos have become prized restomod platforms, and this one pairs modern Ford power with an aggressive stance. It carries a 3-inch body lift, a 2.5-inch suspension lift, cut fenders, tubular bumpers, a roll cage, LED headlights, four-wheel discs, Old Air air conditioning, and a bikini top. Bidding stands at $55,555 with seven days remaining and one bid placed.
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What it’s worth right now
Coyote-swapped first-generation Broncos span a wide range. A 1972 Coyote Bronco with a six-speed automatic and 23 miles since its build sold for $119,995 at Streetside Classics, while a Highline Classics 1972 truck brought $136,000 and a Velocity Restorations 1974 sold for $162,000. Classic.com puts the average first-generation Bronco sale at $85,837.
The unnamed builder places this one below the shop-built trucks. The Coyote V8, modern conveniences, and fresh presentation help, while the absence of build records, cut fenders, and an older six-speed instead of the 10-speed in many current builds temper the number. Fair value lands between $75,000 and $100,000, with $88,000 most likely. The current bid of $55,555 has seven days to run against a reserve.
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Condition and details
The truck has been heavily modified. It was refinished in dark green with a silver hood accent and silver flares over cut fenders, with a 3-inch body lift, tubular bumpers, side steps, LED headlights, a bikini top, and a swing-away tire carrier. It rides on 17-inch Vision wheels with 35-inch BFGoodrich All-Terrain tires and a 2.5-inch suspension lift.
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The drivetrain is modern. The Coyote V8 carries a K&N intake, a Power by the Hour accessory drive, a 2.5-inch exhaust, and an aluminum radiator, and it drives a 6R80 six-speed with an external cooler, a Dana 20 transfer case, and a rear axle said to be an aluminum 9-inch with 3.50 gears. A Borgeson steering box and power four-wheel discs are fitted.
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Documentation is limited. The listing does not name the builder or include build records, so a buyer should ask for any receipts. Inside are black vinyl seats, a roll cage, Old Air air conditioning, a Dakota Digital gauge, and a 10.1-inch touchscreen. The replacement odometer shows 437 miles, and the Texas title marks the odometer as exempt. A pre-purchase inspection should check the frame, the wiring, and the cooling system.
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The offer
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Bronco (custom) |
| Year | 1975 |
| Mileage | 437 miles shown on a replacement odometer |
| Engine | 5.0-liter Coyote V8 |
| Power | Not specified by the seller |
| Transmission | 6R80 six-speed automatic with Dana 20 dual-range transfer case |
| Drive type | Four wheel drive with locking hubs |
| Exterior color | Dark green with silver accents |
| Interior color | Black vinyl |
| Current bid | $55,555 with seven days remaining |
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What makes the first-generation Ford Bronco unique
The first-generation Bronco, built from 1966 to 1977, was Ford’s compact answer to the Jeep CJ and International Scout. Its simple, boxy body and removable top made it a favorite for off-roading, and it has become one of the most popular classic trucks to restore.
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Coyote swaps have become the defining restomod formula. Trucks from established builders command large premiums, while builds without documentation trade lower. The quality of the work and the records behind it drive value.
My take
At $55,555 with one bid and seven days to run, my call is $88,000, with $100,000 possible if the seller can produce build documentation. What makes it appealing is the combination, since a Coyote V8, four-wheel discs, a cage, and air conditioning make for a usable, modern-driving Bronco. What tempers it is the unnamed builder and the lack of records. Ask for build receipts, then bid.
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