Ford Bronco

This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Iconic Sale at Race Retro 2026 Collectors' Cars on Saturday the 21st of February, Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG. , The secondgeneration Ford Bronco, launched in 1978 at the Chicago Auto Show, represented a significant evolution of the classic American SUV. Larger and more refined than its original 1966 predecessor, it combined rugged offroad capability with improved interior space and comfort. Designed to compete with the Chevrolet Blazer and Dodge Ramcharger, the Bronco offered powerful V8 engines, manual or automatic transmission options, and a selectable fourwheeldrive system, quickly establishing itself as one of the most versatile 4x4s of the era. Notably, the 1978 model was voted FourWheeler of the Year, cementing its reputation as a capable and stylish allterrain vehicle.This 1978 Ford Bronco Custom is an exceptionally rare example in the UK, combining original specification, cool period accessories, and good overall condition. Delivered new in the United States, it then spent many years in Germany, accompanied by a good amount of German paperwork, before being acquired in 2023 by a UK business and brought to our shores. The Bronco has not been through the NOVA process, but it starts, runs, and drives very well. Mechanically, structurally, and aesthetically, it is in very good condition. Its odometer reads 61,677 kilometres from new, which is believed to be accurate, though as the early US history is missing, this cant be warranted.The exterior has had a respray around 2023 and is now finished in Fords periodcorrect brown and beige 'Tu Tone' twotone paintwork, complemented by a green vinyl interior that is likewise in excellent condition. Big chrome 'bullbars' at the front with integrated spot lamps and a sidestep give the car additional presence, enhancing its rugged, quintessentially 1970s 4x4 look. It sits on chunky BF Goodrich Radial AllTerrain T/A tyres mounted on white wheels, completing a thoroughly periodcorrect appearance.Under the bonnet, the Bronco is powered by a 351ci (5.8litre) V8, paired with a stalkoperated threespeed CruiseOMatic automatic transmission, with a dualrange transfer case providing fourwheel drive. The combination of smooth V8 power, robust drivetrain, and capable 4WD makes it as enjoyable on roads as it is off the beaten track.This is an incredibly cool and extremely rare example of Fords celebrated secondgeneration Bronco, offering the perfect mix of style, capability, and collectable appeal. Whether as a standout showpiece, weekend explorer, or 4x4 enthusiasts dream, it is a car that is impossible to ignore.Please note it staying in the UK, import VAT of 5% will be added to the hammer price.