The original Bronco was an ORV (Off-Road Vehicle), intended to compete primarily with Jeep CJ models and the International Harvester Scout. The Broncos small size riding on a 92-inch (2,337 mm) wheelbase made it maneuverable for some uses, but impractical as a tow vehicle. The Bronco was Fords first compact SUV. The early Broncos were offered in wagon, halfcab, and a less popular roadster configuration. The roadster version was dropped and the sport package, which later became a model line, was added. The base price was US$2,194, but the long option list included front bucket seats, a rear bench seat, a tachometer, and a CB radio, as well as functional items such as a tow bar, an auxiliary gas tank, a power take-off, a snowplow, a winch, and a posthole digger. Aftermarket accessories included campers, overdrive units, and the usual array of wheels, tires, chassis, and engine parts for increased performance. In mid-1996, Ford announced the discontinuation of the Bronco. On June 12, 1996, the last Bronco rolled off the assembly line at Michigans Ford Truck Plant. The last Bronco was escorted by Jeff Trapps 1970 Ford Bronco during a Drive-Off Ceremony. Its replacement, the Ford Expedition offered four-doors, as well as to compete with General Motors Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and larger Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon XL models. In 2015, the all-new Ford Bronco will be re-introduced to society, mimicking the 1966. Keep your eye out :)
Posted on: Tue, 12 Aug 2014 21:18:11 +0000
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