Ford Bronco

Specifications

First registration

1979

Mileage

18'500 km

Fuel

Benzin

Transmission

Automat

Power

137 PS

Location

Grosswangen

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Vehicle description

There are vehicles that want to show adventure and there are vehicles that simply are adventure. This 1979 Ford Bronco clearly belongs to the second category. It is large, angular, and equipped with exactly the presence that you don't have to explain, but feel immediately. The restored example presents itself in a warm brown tone with multi-colored pinstripes that not only perfectly match the vehicle but also give it that slightly wild 80s charm that immediately puts you in a good mood. This is not a subtle classic – this is one that knows it can be seen. Inside, this feeling continues: spacious, functional, and built in such a way that you understand why this car was originally created as a real workhorse. The general condition is very good, and the Bronco has been both driven and extensively maintained and optimized. Technically, it is in excellent shape, and visually it is also impressive. A few signs of wear are present, but these are very, very subtle for a car of this age. With continued appropriate maintenance, this robust off-road vehicle will dominate country roads and gravel tracks for a few more decades. Under the hood works the classic 5.8-liter V8, coupled to an automatic transmission and a selectable all-wheel-drive system with low range. Numbers are secondary here – what's more important is how everything feels. When starting, the engine immediately develops that deep, quiet hum that sounds less like “sport” and more like power reserve. The automatic works calmly, almost relaxed, and perfectly matches the character of this Bronco. Not hectic, but sovereign. On the road, you don't just move the Bronco, you drive it with conviction. The high seating position, the robust chassis setup with solid axles, and the massive ladder frame provide a driving experience that has almost disappeared today: direct, mechanical, and honest. Every movement has weight, every reaction feels comprehensible. And therein lies the magic. This is not a vehicle for narrow parking garages or hectic city centers. This is a car for long journeys, gravel roads, spontaneous turn-offs – and for the moment when you realize you don't actually want to arrive. More data and pictures can be found at: www.lunicars.com Details: - 18'500 km - 1st Registration 16.05.1979 - Veteran MOT 30.07.2026 - 5'776 ccm V8-engine - 137 PS - Type Approval X - Chassis Number 419.222.318 - Chassis U15HLEC2259 - Unladen weight 2’220 kg - Payload 546 kg Model History: The Ford Bronco is one of the big names when it comes to American off-road vehicles. The 1979 model year marks a particularly exciting point, because this Bronco is not only an evolution but also the end of the short but influential generation of full-size off-roaders. The story began in 1966 when Ford, under the leadership of Donald N. Frey – the same man who was instrumental in the Mustang – presented the first Bronco. The goal was to create a versatile vehicle that could hold its own both off-road and in everyday use. In its first iterations, the Bronco was compact, puristic, and clearly designed for function, as a direct response to vehicles like the Jeep CJ or the International Scout. With the second generation, introduced in 1978 and running until 1979, this concept changed significantly. The Bronco became larger, more comfortable, and above all, more massive. Ford used the platform of the F-Series pickups and combined it with a closed, removable hardtop. The result was a completely new interpretation of the off-road vehicle: Less puristic, but significantly more versatile and, above all, more suitable for everyday use. Precisely here lies one of the biggest appeals of the 1979 model today. It combines two worlds: The robust, almost indestructible technology of a utility vehicle and the emerging comfort idea of the late 70s. Technically, Ford relied on classic but extremely durable solutions. A stable ladder frame formed the basis, while solid axles front and rear ensured maximum load-bearing capacity. The selectable all-wheel drive with low range made the Bronco a serious tool both off-road and when towing loads. Engine-wise, the well-known 351 Windsor V8 dominated, its character defined less by peak performance than by its torque and reliability. Optionally, the larger 400M was also available, but the 5.8-liter established itself as the balanced variant: powerful enough for any situation, but also robust and relatively uncomplicated in maintenance and operation. Design-wise, the Bronco perfectly reflects the transition from the 70s to the 80s. Clean lines, a dominant front end with a wide grille, and that typical mix of utility vehicle aesthetics and emerging leisure orientation characterize its appearance. The Ford design team under the direction of Jack Telnack, who later became known for the clean lines of the Fox-Body models, was responsible for this. In the Bronco, this signature is evident in the combination of functionality and deliberately set presence. One of the most iconic features remained the removable hardtop. This made the Bronco more than just an off-road vehicle – it became a leisure vehicle. It fit the American idea of freedom: being on the road, without restriction, with enough space, power, and robustness to travel off-road. Today, the 1979 Bronco is valued precisely for these qualities. It is one of the last representatives of a generation of vehicles that do without electronic assistance systems and whose character arises entirely from mechanics, material, and construction. While modern SUVs often try to fulfill as many needs as possible simultaneously, the Bronco has a clear answer: it can do a lot – but above all, it can do one thing really well: go anywhere. The Bronco comes from a time when people didn't worry about whether a vehicle was “lifestyle.” They just used it. And that's exactly why it feels so real today.