The Scout II remains one of the most beloved classic 4x4s, and this one has been updated for easier ownership. The refurbishment added fuel injection, a CPT spring-over-axle lift with Bilstein shocks, 33-inch BFGoodrich tires, a custom rear bumper with swing-out carrier, LED headlights, and heated front seats. Bidding stands at $3,000 with six days remaining at no reserve.
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What it’s worth right now
V8 Scout IIs trade across a broad range depending on condition. ClassicCars.com lists a lifted 1975 Scout II with a 345 V8 and 35-inch tires at $43,995, while a 1979 Scout described as like new was offered at $34,900 and a 1978 Scout II at $34,750.
The refurbishment places this one in line with those listings. The EFI conversion, rebuilt transmission, replacement axles, and fresh interior help, while the rust under the left-rear window, the replacement odometer, and the modifications temper the number. Fair value lands between $26,000 and $36,000, with $31,000 most likely. No reserve means it sells.
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Condition and details
The drivetrain has been refreshed. The 345 received an aluminum radiator and headers in 2020 and aftermarket EFI in 2022, and the starter, alternator, distributor, and fuel pump were replaced in 2026. The three-speed automatic was rebuilt in 2020, and replacement axles were installed in 2017 with a Dana 20 transfer case. The seller states the axles carry 5.56 gears.
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The chassis and body were updated. A CPT spring-over-axle conversion with new leaf springs and Bilstein shocks went in during 2017, and the truck rides on 15-inch Pro Comp wheels with 33-inch BFGoodrich tires and manual locking hubs. It was refinished in white with black graphics in 2023 with a new windshield, and it carries a roof rack, a receiver hitch, and LED headlights.
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A few items need noting. Rust is visible beneath the left-rear window. Inside, the seats were reupholstered in black vinyl in 2026 with heaters added up front, and the truck has a roll bar, ISSPRO gauges, and an aftermarket stereo. The odometer is a replacement, so total mileage is unknown. The Colorado title is clean. A pre-purchase inspection should check the rockers, floors, and tub for rust.
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The offer
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Make | International Harvester |
| Model | Scout II |
| Year | 1979 |
| Mileage | 2,100 miles shown on a replacement odometer, total unknown |
| Engine | 345ci V8 with aftermarket EFI |
| Power | Not specified by the seller |
| Transmission | Rebuilt three-speed automatic with Dana 20 transfer case |
| Drive type | Four wheel drive |
| Exterior color | White with black graphics |
| Interior color | Black vinyl |
| Current bid | $3,000 with six days remaining, offered at no reserve |
Interested in this truck? View the listing here.
What makes the International Harvester Scout II unique
The Scout II, built from 1971 to 1980, was International Harvester’s answer to the Bronco and Blazer. Its rugged Dana axles and available 345 V8 gave it serious off-road credibility, and its simple construction makes it a favorite of restorers and builders today.
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Scout values have climbed steadily. Interest has grown with the revival of the Scout name, and well-sorted V8 trucks with modern upgrades like fuel injection draw strong interest. Rust is the biggest concern, so the condition of the tub and frame drives value.
My take
At $3,000 with six bids and six days to run at no reserve, my call is $31,000, with $36,000 possible if bidders value the EFI and fresh drivetrain work. What makes it appealing is the usability, since a fuel-injected 345 Scout II with a rebuilt transmission and a spring-over lift is ready for the trail. What tempers it is the rust and the replacement odometer, which leave condition and history questions. Inspect the tub for rust, then bid.
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