Needless to say, we’re stoked about the upcoming 2021 Ford Bronco, and have high expectations for the throwback SUV. In our advice on what it can learn from other retro-styled off-roaders, we said customization is a must; there’s a contingent of future Bronco buyers who will start building their trucks as soon as they roll off the lot. To them, take heed: You have your work cut out making your new 2021 Bronco more rad than this one heading to auction at Barrett-Jackson.
Though the description is brief, from the pictures it looks that little remains stock. The car started life as a 1993 model, painted black with a removable vinyl hard top. It’s working with a serious suspension lift, exposing the colorful componentry underneath. Nearly everything is painted bright purple or yellow, from the shock coils to Dana axles. Massive Bogger tires are there to dig in when the going gets muddy.
Bulging fender flares keep spray off the body, which has a new chrome rocker panel strip and steel bumpers. The bottom of this Bronco’s doors is higher than the roof on some cars, so there’s a step to aid entry—note as well the grab handles on the B-pillars to help occupants heft themselves inside.
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The interior might be as awesome as the exterior. Auxiliary gauges and a roll cage with purple padding are there to aid trail performance. Much of the trim has been clad with a black and white lightning crackle finish, while the seats appear to be original gray herringbone cloth. The seller notes installation of a custom sound system, potentially optimized to play hair metal.
Under the hood the theme continues on the 5.8-liter Ford V-8, which is adorned with a purple alternator, radiator cap, hose fittings, and cable housings. It appears to breathe through a K&N air intake and upgraded exhaust. Power hits the ground through a five-speed automatic and transfer case.
Despite its builder’s decision to remove exterior name badges, this truck is still instantly recognizable—proof of the Bronco’s status as a style icon. We’ll soon find out how the classic Bronco market responds to the new model’s introduction in 2020, but whether this one’s next owner keeps it in a garage or takes it mudding, it’ll be money well spent. And for those already dreaming up their new Bronco builds, look to Barrett-Jackson lot #327 for inspiration.
Barrett-Jackson’s 4th Annual Northeast Auction is being held June 26-29, 2019, at the Mohegan Sun Casino and Resort in Connecticut. The collector-car sale will showcase hundreds of coveted vehicles, and the experts from MotorTrend will be there to bring you all the action LIVE from the auction block. You can catch Barrett-Jackson Northeast on MotorTrend Network every day of the auction and download the app for exclusive, live coverage. Need more viewing options? You can also tune in to our live stream from your web browser on June 27, June 28, and June 29.
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