FULLY RESTORED! MINT! 400CI!

Auto Boutique Chicago is pleased to offer this stunning 1978 Ford Bronco XLT TRAILER SPECIAL for sale. This documented 3 owner truck has been completely restored/rebuilt over the last 5 years and is in immaculate shape. With over 17k in receipts documenting the completed work and an estimated 25k total restoration cost, there is no question that this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to own an investment-grade piece of history.

Originally purchased at Grand Junction Ford, this well optioned XLT Ranger came equipped from the factory with optional bucket seating, factory air conditioning, and the ''Trailer Special'' package which included an upgraded transmission cooler, larger radiator, factory skid plates, a class III hitch and a factory adjustable electronic trailer brake controller and wiring. The original owner sold this vehicle to its second owner in Rifle, CO where it resided until it's third, and most recent, owner purchased it with the intention of restoring it to collector quality condition. Having spent the entirety of its' life on the western slope in the high desert, this vehicle was the perfect starting candidate with little to no rust or damages prior to it undergoing the restoration.

This truck is equipped with a 400 cubic inch big block that was rebuilt and installed 1500 miles ago. Many performance parts were installed during the build including an Edelbrock performer plus cam and lifter set with matching springs, retainers and locks, Edelbrock double roller timing chain, Barnett high performance mild ported iron heads, and an Edelbrock 1406 600CFM 4-barrel carb with electric choke setup. Mated to 3-inch Headman long-tube headers and a custom crossover with a single 3'' outlet and Magnaflow mufflers, the 400 purrs beautifully through its' power band. The C6 3 speed auto was also completely rebuilt with a mild shift kit installed for quick shift performance without sacrificing comfort. Behind the C6 is the highly sought after NP205 transfer case sending power to DANA 60 and 44 axles front and rear, respectively. Bolted on to the Warn manual locking hubs is a set of American Racing Outlaw II machined 15 inch wheels with Dick Cepek Extreme Country 33x12.5 all-terrain tires.

The body is incredibly straight, in near perfect collector quality condition. The complete repaint in the factory ''Combination Tu-Tone'' scheme with Medium Copper metallic over Cream shines as it would when new on the showroom floor. During the repaint, all of the trim was disassembled and all badges and weather-stripping rubber components were replaced. Both front and rear chrome bumpers shine well with no pitting or dents whatsoever. The windshield is new, and all other glass is in 10/10 condition.

The interior shows as new with restored factory optioned buckets in ''sand'' vinyl with the optional Scanda Cloth inserts, with perfectly functioning adjustment and folding mechanisms. The ''saddle'' colored carpet is new as well, and has no visible wear or stains. The perforated headliner is in near perfect condition with no sagging or discoloration. All of the factory burlwood trim is in perfect condition with no cracks or fitment issues. Any manually operated switches and knobs function as they should. A/C blows ice cold, and has been retrofitted to R134-a. The rear window motor and regulator were replaced and function as they should. The factory optioned tilt steering wheel is a great touch for comfort, and the truck will come with both the factory, and aftermarket anodized billet steering wheel with walnut trim.

Feel free to inquire about any clarifications regarding this mint-condition Bronco.

We can arrange COD shipping within the contiguous 48 statesthrough a non-affiliated brokerage on behalf of the purchaser, or we can assist in coordination with any shipping company which the buyer arranges.

Payment is due, within 72 hours of close of sale, via certified funds (wire, cashiers check). Unfortunately due to processing costs we do not accept credit cards for vehicle purchases.

Fees will include a standard 164.30 document fee and applicable state taxes. If you are a resident of Illinois, or a state which Illinois has taxation reciprocity with, sales tax will be charged according to the reciprocal sales taxation rates currently published by the Illinois department of revenue. IF you are an Illinois resident you will be subject toa $95.00 title fee and a $25.00 ERT filing fee. Title and vehiclewill be released upon confirmation of clearing of funds, and titlewill be delivered to the appropriate party via FedEx with direct signature required or in person.