[{"id": 3723297, "authorName": "slowbird", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slowbird/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As a kid, I never understood why they made the windows go up into the roof like that. Still don't, I guess. This is a nice specimen though.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1570583513, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723333, "authorName": "VinnyRusso", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vinnyrusso/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by VinnyRusso", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1570584135, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3723348, "authorName": "Todd_Z.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todd_z.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bringatrailer - four speed with overdrive? We call that a 5 speed. I\u2019d update the heading as the only 4 speed in 88 Bronco II\u2019s was a 4 speed automatic. \r\n\r\nThe chrome nerf bars are an 80s-90s period accessory and don\u2019t resemble the steps found on some Raptors at all. \r\n\r\nFun fact on the 2wd Bronco IIs - they had a transfer case like the 4wds except it was gutted and the front output capped off. Apparently Ford decided gutted transfer cases were cheaper than 2wd-specific driveshafts and trans crossmembers.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1570584581, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723354, "authorName": "Ag72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ag72/", "bidAmount": 1100, "content": "$1,100 bid placed by Ag72", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1570584644, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3723362, "authorName": "jrhmobile", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jrhmobile/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Todd - Actually, both Ford and Chrysler made four speeds with overdrive in the late '70s and '80s. Rather than what you suggested, those transmissions were three-speeds with a fourth, overdrive gear. Which is what we'd call a four-speed with overdrive. There really were such things.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1570585056, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723395, "authorName": "hppt51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hppt51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Todd_Z - The step bars are a brand called Raptor Series and that is where the reference comes from. Thanks for bringing it up as it did deserve clarification.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1570585893, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723398, "authorName": "mrdeezy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrdeezy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great example, super nice ??", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570586016, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723420, "authorName": "buzzbar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buzzbar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What was the original paint color?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1570586518, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723430, "authorName": "chetbuzz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chetbuzz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks like the original paint color is in photos 128-129, two tone burgundy and tan. Can the seller confirm that and mileage on the body?Nice restore. Only nitpicking I would say is the tan seats I would\u2019ve gone red but easily remedied if someone wanted to change and if not nice clean new skins! GLWTS", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570586892, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723433, "authorName": "ptrkcsk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ptrkcsk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "> A potential odometer rollover is noted in 1997\r\n\r\nNot the only potential rollover with a Bronco II, am I right?", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1570587048, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723436, "authorName": "Todd_Z.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todd_z.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jrhmobile - yes, indeed. Ford's version of what you describe was found in Granadas and some Mustangs as I recall - the SROD (single-rail overdrive) 4 speed transmission. We considered swapping one into our early Bronco in the mid '80s. My perhaps-pedantic response on this entry could have been worded a little better - perhaps '5 speed manual overdrive transmission' would be a little more clear. A four speed manual (sans OD) was only offered the first year of production in these trucks.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570587074, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723477, "authorName": "hppt51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hppt51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@buzzbar - The original paint was Cabernet red over and tan. There are a couple of photos showing the vehicle before the repaint.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1570588018, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723494, "authorName": "buzzbar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buzzbar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the quick reply!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1570588475, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723504, "authorName": "hppt51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hppt51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@chetbuzz - Unfortunately I can not confirm the actual mileage on the body. There was no documentation available when I purchased it from the previous Owner.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570588757, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723598, "authorName": "fiatman71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fiatman71/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Cruise and AC, but no tach. That's unusual. Odo rollback comment... maybe someone swapped the cluster at some point? But I think the tach will swap right in place of the 4 gauge unit, so that doesn't compute either", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570591381, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723722, "authorName": "Irish_Mike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/irish_mike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I guess today was a good day because I learned something! I have never seen nor heard of a 2wd bronco 2. Now I have to look if they made a full size 2wd. Blazer yes but never a bronco. I'm sure being in the north east has to do with the pool of vehicles.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1570598160, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723805, "authorName": "hppt51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hppt51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Irish_Mike - Thanks for your comment and pointing out that it is a 2wd Bronco II. They don't seem to be near as plentiful as the 4wd.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1570612623, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3723988, "authorName": "lestonian", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lestonian/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My first vehicle was a 1990 Bronco 2 2wd and it was a glorious vehicle.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1570624903, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3724607, "authorName": "hppt51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hppt51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@fiatman71 - The electrical plug connection that inserts into the back of the instrument cluster on this model will not plug in to an instrument cluster that has a tachometer. It is a slightly different design. This leads me to believe that the gauges (where a tachometer is on other models) are original to the vehicle.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1570634414, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3724898, "authorName": "sunny", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sunny/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Interested in your bronco, curious if this bronco can be towed behind my motorhome on a towdolly. The dolly is designed to drive on and the rear wheels are still on the road. My jeep tows fine, put transfer case in neutral and the transmission in neutral and your good to go.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570638779, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3725029, "authorName": "hppt51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hppt51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@sunny - I have never used a dolly for towing so I have little knowledge on the subject. I did check the Service Manual section on towing. Here is what I found: \"Preparatory Steps Release the parking brake and place the transmission in neutral. As a general rule, vehicles should be towed with the driving wheels off the ground. If the vehicle is to be towed on its drive wheels, the transmission and differential must be operable. If not, place them on a dolly or disconnect the rear driveshaft.\" Hopefully this answer your question. Thanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570640675, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3725110, "authorName": "C264", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/c264/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Todd_Z., my perhaps-pedantic corroboration of your perhaps-pendantic response is that in the brochure, Ford indeed calls it a 5 speed. Specifically, a \"5-speed manual overdrive transmission\". (Yes, I happen to have a BroncoII brochure on my desk at work to peruse through every now and again. What of it?)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570641735, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3725270, "authorName": "C264", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/c264/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If one cares about such things, this example has the 3.45 (open) diff, same as my old BII. In overdrive on the highway (with stock LT tires at least), you should be able to get in the mid-20's mpg easy. However, my '89 2.9L didn't have EGR and I think the 88's did. I'm not sure how that affects highway FE.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570643434, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3726298, "authorName": "912Pcar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/912pcar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Forgive my ignorance, but what exactly does \u201ccologne \u201c refer to I regards to the engine swap? And while your at it where was the replacement sourced and who did the work?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1570648997, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3726308, "authorName": "912Pcar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/912pcar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Never mind, I asked the google. Duh.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1570649089, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3726436, "authorName": "Assam", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/assam/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Todd_Z I had to laugh. Pick 108 does indeed show an empty transfer case mounted instead of a longer driveshaft.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1570649889, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3726495, "authorName": "hppt51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hppt51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@912Pcar - A remanufactured engine was installed by a very reputable shop here in Tampa in Feb. of 2017. New engine mounts were installed as well. I will provide the receipt to the winning bidder. Thanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570650146, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3728271, "authorName": "bauerb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bauerb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "my dad had 2wd drive Bronco back in the 80's in VT. it was not a good winter car....I'm sure he bought it because it was super cheap, but it was gone after the first winter.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570665373, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3729421, "authorName": "2mnycrz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2mnycrz/", "bidAmount": 1200, "content": "$1,200 bid placed by 2mnycrz", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1570715853, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3729432, "authorName": "TMA1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tma1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lestonian - same here (well I actually had a Ford Taurus wagon for a few months first) - so many great memories - surprising off-road capabilities thanks to the approach angles\n\nThis vehicle has such a great Wiki article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Bronco_II\n\nEach quote is funnier than the next, my favorite: \n\n\"By 2001, Time magazine reported that the \"notorious bucking Bronco II\" rollover lawsuits had \"cost the company approximately $2.4 billion in damage settlements.\"", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570716047, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3730336, "authorName": "The_Last_Cowboy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/the_last_cowboy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here\u2019s the parts donor to make this a 4x4, in case anyone is interested. \r\n\r\nhttps://sanantonio.craigslist.org/pts/d/moore-ford-bronco-1986/6971717710.html", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1570729839, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3731340, "authorName": "hppt51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hppt51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@The_Last_Cowboy - The production numbers are hard to find for the Bronco II's, but from what I could find (and this is not been verified) from 1986 to 1990 there were approximately 400,000 4x4's produced and 97,000 4x2's. Considering the low number of 4x2's produced and there availability I don't think it would make sense value wise to convert it to a 4x4.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570736613, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3731825, "authorName": "bauerb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bauerb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "as the owner of a '73 Mexican Mach 1, of which only 600 were ever made, and only 300 were 4sp AC cars like mine, I can safely tell you that low production numbers don't always increase collector value....now if somehow I could buy a conversion kit to turn my 73 into a '69 429 John Wick car....that would be a nice conversion", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570740393, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3733252, "authorName": "912Pcar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/912pcar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Those tires look good, but they must be awful loud on the highway and I can\u2019t really see the point on a 2 wheel drive truck. I still want it, I\u2019m just sayin.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570766280, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3733311, "authorName": "Todd_Z.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todd_z.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@hppt51 - you're very close on the production numbers. From 1986-1990, there were 446,442 4x4s and 112,624 4x2s made. An '86 4x2 would be a real unicorn - of the 119,589 Bronco IIs made that year, only 25 were 4x2s!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1570769183, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3733430, "authorName": "hppt51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hppt51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Todd_Z - Thanks for the information. That's a very interesting statistic on the 86 4x2. I wonder how many of them are still on the road?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570782054, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3733439, "authorName": "hppt51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hppt51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@912Pcar - The tires are a little noisy. I had stock size tires on it for a while and I didn't like the look. I put the 235/75/15 MT's on and it seemed (to me) a real improvement to the appearance and by the way they have less than 500 miles on them. Thanks for your comment.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1570783821, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3738989, "authorName": "Hopefarm", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hopefarm/", "bidAmount": 1501, "content": "$1,501 bid placed by Hopefarm", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1570926967, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3740203, "authorName": "chrlsful", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chrlsful/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "pretty cool. 1st of the Dwn szed SUVs (B4: Rav4, CV whatever, Juke, etc, etc).\n\nClose to a Ranger'n they really stormed the market - lotsa goddies swap over (the D shaped port intake head would B 1st). See last pic post #1:\n\nhttps://fordsix.com/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=72863\n\nMy '66 bronk had the same displacement as this had new 2.8L or 170ci (i6 versus v6).", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1571004898, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3741230, "authorName": "JoeNY", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joeny/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why is bidding so low and slow for this vehicle?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571068439, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3741238, "authorName": "buzzbar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buzzbar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JoeNY \"4x2\"", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1571068588, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3741398, "authorName": "fisherman356", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fisherman356/", "bidAmount": 1601, "content": "$1,601 bid placed by fisherman356", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571072074, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3743492, "authorName": "Slipcheck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slipcheck/", "bidAmount": 2000, "content": "$2,000 bid placed by Slipcheck", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571090266, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3743834, "authorName": "Doug1000", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/doug1000/", "bidAmount": 2100, "content": "$2,100 bid placed by Doug1000", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571094822, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3744449, "authorName": "Crbr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crbr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What's the towing capacity?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571112643, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3744721, "authorName": "Justinwilkie4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/justinwilkie4/", "bidAmount": 2200, "content": "$2,200 bid placed by Justinwilkie4", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571141925, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3745058, "authorName": "hppt51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hppt51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Crbr - The Owners Guide Booklet gives a 0 - 2000 lb. trailer weight for a manual transmission and a 3.45 rear axle ratio. It also lists a 5000 lb. Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). The GCWR minus the loaded vehicle weight determines max. trailer weight. I've never had this vehicle weighed but from what information I can find it is around 3200 to 3400 lbs empty.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1571149638, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3745135, "authorName": "1948Gen1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1948gen1/", "bidAmount": 3000, "content": "$3,000 bid placed by 1948Gen1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571151273, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3745196, "authorName": "Gary_T1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gary_t1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love Bronco II's, and unlike some here, I'm drawn to the windows going into the roofline. This one is beautiful, but up here in the NE, 4x4 is the way to go. Not so down south, especially in Florida, so bid away my southern friends....as a 2wd it will be a bargain depending on the reserve.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1571152567, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3745222, "authorName": "Crbr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crbr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@hppt51 - Thanks for the response. I'm needing to haul a small boat, so that would be enough towing power. I was also wondering if there were any known issues, or if you thought it would be capable of making the drive back home to Texas? I'm with @Gary_T1, I like the back windows.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1571153009, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3745264, "authorName": "hppt51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hppt51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Crbr - There are no know issues and it starts, runs and shifts great. I wouldn't hesitate to drive it to Texas. I have driven it from Tampa to the Smokey Mountains and to Miami. Thanks for your question.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1571153835, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3745413, "authorName": "fisherman356", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fisherman356/", "bidAmount": 3100, "content": "$3,100 bid placed by fisherman356", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571156508, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3745432, "authorName": "1948Gen1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1948gen1/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by 1948Gen1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571156862, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3745727, "authorName": "clugycl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/clugycl/", "bidAmount": 4100, "content": "$4,100 bid placed by clugycl", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571161550, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3746687, "authorName": "1948Gen1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1948gen1/", "bidAmount": 4500, "content": "$4,500 bid placed by 1948Gen1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571167846, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3746969, "authorName": "clugycl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/clugycl/", "bidAmount": 5100, "content": "$5,100 bid placed by clugycl", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571170079, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3747442, "authorName": "1948Gen1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1948gen1/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by 1948Gen1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571174038, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3747453, "authorName": "clugycl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/clugycl/", "bidAmount": 5600, "content": "$5,600 bid placed by clugycl", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571174107, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3747582, "authorName": "RWD-FTW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rwd-ftw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I used to have something similar, a red 2WD baby Blazer, V6 and stick. Useful vehicle, but the 2WD means about all it's good for is slamming it on some sweet billet rims :)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1571174965, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3747631, "authorName": "RWD-FTW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rwd-ftw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"As a kid, I never understood why they made the windows go up into the roof like that. Still don\u2019t, I guess\"\r\n\r\nAs a kid I thought it made them extra cool. \r\nMight be for style, might be to let in more light?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571175301, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3747789, "authorName": "1948Gen1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1948gen1/", "bidAmount": 5700, "content": "$5,700 bid placed by 1948Gen1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571176745, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3747797, "authorName": "clugycl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/clugycl/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by clugycl", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571176806, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3747817, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 10/15/19 at $6,000", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571176929, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 3757045, "authorName": "RWD-FTW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rwd-ftw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Price seemed right!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1571347948, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10858663, "authorName": "Enrico23", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/enrico23/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If only I would have known about this site in 2019!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1677870311, "type": "comment"}]