[{"id": 8406072, "authorName": "shackleton", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shackleton/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Handsome truck, superb color combo with the right interior & I'm diggin' the wheels & tires. This Bronco is really nice. Great pics, too. GLWTA, definitely watching it all the way through.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1650577165, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8407362, "authorName": "1996MBZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1996mbz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I like the colors of the exterior. Does anybody know why Ford only produced 2 model years of this generation?", "likes": 19, "timestamp": 1650583583, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8407723, "authorName": "Todd_Z.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todd_z.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@1996MBZ - because it was about 4 years late to market and they already had the 1980 models well along in the development process when they were finally introduced.", "likes": 19, "timestamp": 1650588080, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8407909, "authorName": "1996MBZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1996mbz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Todd_Z. I thank you once again for the fine education that you have taught me about the history of the Ford Bronco. If I have any questions regarding about Ford Broncos, I know who to reach out.", "likes": 18, "timestamp": 1650590221, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8408338, "authorName": "Broncos4ever", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncos4ever/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@1996MBZ Yes, he has so much Bronco knowledge, he should write a book!! \ud83d\ude02", "likes": 18, "timestamp": 1650596991, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8408477, "authorName": "BroncoPete72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncopete72/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by BroncoPete72", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1650599345, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8408498, "authorName": "stevesdrivers (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesdrivers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey! Love connecting with \"Bronco Heads!\" And that 1980 change you reference @Todd_Z. was (in my opinion) the downfall of the Bronco hay day. Check out the look: https://www.ford.com/bronco/history/1980-1986/ \r\n\r\nI have owned and enjoyed several of these 78/79 models and just LOVE the way they feel just like the F-Series of the same years with comfort and style... I just felt like 1980 began a terrible decade (or two) of Ford trucks feeling bland and boring. Just go tap a fender on a 1980 F-150 and compare that to a 76'-79' version... it feels like the difference between the metal on a Pepsi can vs. a coffee can.. :-) \r\n\r\nAnyway, thanks for the interest in this truck. Happy to answer any questions. I love 1978/79 Broncos and F-series pickups! Have a good one.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1650599808, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8408545, "authorName": "carstruck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carstruck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller You appear to have painted the hood since your purchase. Unless i am on crack, the previous listing\u2019s photos show discoloration or perhaps sunburn affecting the hood and also the truck roof prior to your purchase. There are no photos of the roof, did you also paint the truck roof? \nThese wheels look great on this Bronco .. I am curious, the white spokes on the last listing appeared to be factory Ford rims, but the offset seems quite a bit narrower than that on my factory 78 F150 Free Wheeling 4x4\u2026 Am i imagining things, or does anybody know? Possibly the rims on the last listing were for a 2 wheel drive? @Todd_Z. ?\nBy the way, Glwa, she looks great..", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1650601415, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8408632, "authorName": "Todd_Z.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todd_z.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@carstruck - the wheels in the previous listing look factory correct to me - they were 15x6 wheels. Perhaps one of the smarter '78-'79 guys might know better than me. @Montanabroncos?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1650605627, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8408649, "authorName": "1996MBZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1996mbz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Broncos4ever I agree that he should. His books will be sold-out in a week at every bookstore and I actually believe it will. His sidekick, carstruck, knows as much as him as well. These 2 guys are my good friends and you have became a good friend of mine as well.", "likes": 16, "timestamp": 1650606319, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8408683, "authorName": "carstruck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carstruck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Todd_Z. My factory rims would most likely have been 15x8\u201d .. Similar era Chev/GMC rally\u2019s were 8\u201d as well iirc.. ( for the 4 by 4\u2019s..) A couple years back i sourced some Chev 8\u2019s in a 6 bolt ( 2 in 6 bolt actually and 2 with a 5 pattern), sand/ media blasted them and hand sprayed them \u2018argent\u2019 so my 63 GMC could have some booties to wear while i did some suspension work & chose correct wheels/ tires for the final look\u2026 but i digress.. Factory 8 inchers, to me always look so much deeper and better than 6\u2019s and 7\u2019s ..", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1650608707, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8408722, "authorName": "RayL1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rayl1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@carstruck seems like it was ceramic or clear coated to achieve more depth. I guess we\u2019ll know sooner or later. Very cool truck. GLWTA!!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1650612502, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8408980, "authorName": "Broncos4ever", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncos4ever/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@1996MBZ I was joking. He did. And an amazing book if I say so myself. I'm not sure I'm allowed to put a link in here. The name is: 'Ford Bronco: A History of Ford's Legendary 4x4'", "likes": 16, "timestamp": 1650630529, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8409038, "authorName": "FordsRFun", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fordsrfun/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm no expert but from what I understand about the white wheels, the 15 x 6 were used very early on in the initial build of the '78's (back in 1977) and then were replaced by the 15 x 8 wheels soon thereafter.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1650631571, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8409134, "authorName": "Todd_Z.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todd_z.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@FordsRFun and @carstruck - that would make sense. I checked a Bronco brochure last night and it said 15x6 with the Free Wheeling package but 8s would make more sense. Just looked at my book and yeah, I said in there that Ford had 6\" and 8\" wagon wheels.\r\n\r\nNow back to the auction!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1650632676, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8409506, "authorName": "DukeMitchell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dukemitchell/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "$6,500 bid placed by DukeMitchell", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1650636953, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8410463, "authorName": "carstruck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carstruck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@FordsRFun @Todd_Z. Thanks. That would make sense then, possibly the 6 inchers were slated for 77 Broncos with their skimpy rear wells or for a 2 wheel \u2018fun truck\u2019 of some sort .. Mine was an Aug \u201878 sale and definitely had a balanced 4x4 look to the wheels. I recall them being much closer to a cream shade as well, and they went very well against the maroon truck color and gold free wheelin\u2019 stripes .. W/ black interior that was a sharp truck. Yes, back to programming :-\nTodd that looks like an interesting book, i\u2019ll keep my eye out for it. \ud83e\udd13", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1650646190, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8415073, "authorName": "MontanaBroncos", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/montanabroncos/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@carstruck Atodd_z. Guess I was sleeping at the wheel on this one haha 15x6 painted styled steel wheels in white or chrome yellow were a standard option on Ford's free wheeling package even into 79; (15x8 was an option). Likewise the optional 5-slot and 10-hole wheels were also 6\"", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1650667681, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8415084, "authorName": "MontanaBroncos", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/montanabroncos/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@carstruck the factory wimbledon white has a bit of a creme tint to it especially against certian colors. Oh and Todd Zs book is a must!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1650667830, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8416460, "authorName": "carstruck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carstruck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MontanaBroncos That\u2019s most likely what they were. Wimbledon is the 2nd color on my 77 Hiboy. It\u2019s very lively with the Chrome Yellow. A much better choice in many instances than fridge white.\r\nNext time i\u2019m in a book store i\u2019ll be watching :-", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1650697169, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8423200, "authorName": "OldmanX6", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oldmanx6/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It didn\u2019t pass smog in Ca?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1650808518, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8429795, "authorName": "stevesdrivers (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesdrivers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hello @oldmanx6. I never even tried to get it smogged in Cali. I\u2019m actually from Washington State and it\u2019s registered at our family place up there. It was easiest and less hassle. Clean title and all good.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1650894243, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8429891, "authorName": "stevesdrivers (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesdrivers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller, no crack please. :) You are correct about the hood. This truck has an awesome look to the brown paint. While I do believe it is the original paint, it\u2019s easy to tell that there was some sanding and new clear coat shot over the brown added at some point. I just loved that look, but didn\u2019t want a mismatched hood. I have a great paint guy who just matched it for me. The sheet metal on this truck is in really great shape and every time I drive it I get compliments on the patina look.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1650895466, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8430059, "authorName": "carstruck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carstruck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "There are several decent photos from the last sale listing, and the hood actually looks like it\u2019s from a completely different truck.. There\u2019s also a very good roof shot that shows what looks like to be extreme discolouration of some sort .. Your listing photos don\u2019t include any good shots of the roof or hood.. I am suspecting buyers may want to have an idea what it looks like now before they bid or arrive on scene.. Possibly a huge improvement.. just a suggestion", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1650897713, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8437318, "authorName": "Jguy65", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jguy65/", "bidAmount": 7000, "content": "$7,000 bid placed by Jguy65", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1650948133, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8442085, "authorName": "BRPD4627", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brpd4627/", "bidAmount": 7100, "content": "$7,100 bid placed by BRPD4627", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651002186, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8442634, "authorName": "Jsboo72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jsboo72/", "bidAmount": 7200, "content": "$7,200 bid placed by Jsboo72", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651004301, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8442640, "authorName": "BRPD4627", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brpd4627/", "bidAmount": 7300, "content": "$7,300 bid placed by BRPD4627", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651004327, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8442647, "authorName": "Jsboo72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jsboo72/", "bidAmount": 7400, "content": "$7,400 bid placed by Jsboo72", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651004369, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8442651, "authorName": "BRPD4627", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brpd4627/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "$8,000 bid placed by BRPD4627", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651004383, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8442658, "authorName": "Jsboo72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jsboo72/", "bidAmount": 8200, "content": "$8,200 bid placed by Jsboo72", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651004402, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8442661, "authorName": "BRPD4627", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brpd4627/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by BRPD4627", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651004415, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8442673, "authorName": "Jsboo72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jsboo72/", "bidAmount": 10500, "content": "$10,500 bid placed by Jsboo72", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651004459, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8442691, "authorName": "BRPD4627", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brpd4627/", "bidAmount": 12000, "content": "$12,000 bid placed by BRPD4627", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651004517, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8442706, "authorName": "Jsboo72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jsboo72/", "bidAmount": 12250, "content": "$12,250 bid placed by Jsboo72", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651004571, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8442753, "authorName": "BRPD4627", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brpd4627/", "bidAmount": 12500, "content": "$12,500 bid placed by BRPD4627", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651004724, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8445329, "authorName": "Jwmartinz06", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwmartinz06/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by Jwmartinz06", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651028463, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8445389, "authorName": "stevesdrivers (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesdrivers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just dropping a couple fun pics in here. I LOVE this rig with the top off. Thanks for the bids and hoping this truck winds up with an owner that truly loves this vintage of Bronco!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651029705, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8445424, "authorName": "BRPD4627", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brpd4627/", "bidAmount": 15250, "content": "$15,250 bid placed by BRPD4627", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651030456, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8445426, "authorName": "stevesdrivers (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesdrivers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @carstruck for the suggestion. I do believe the hood is original, but I had it painted nicely to match. Hope these pics help.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1651030466, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8445607, "authorName": "carstruck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carstruck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks.. It sure seems to look a\r\nlot better now. The splotchy look\r\nwasn\u2019t the best i don\u2019t think \ud83d\ude06", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1651035584, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8445719, "authorName": "NPCesq", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/npcesq/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why selling so soon?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1651044757, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8445952, "authorName": "MY79F", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/my79f/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The top off picture with the American flag just screams July 4th. I'm imagining you are about to hook up the boat and head to the lake. \r\n\r\nThis might be one of my favorite broncos to come through BAT. Pleasantly original, excellent looking driver with great patina. A little more low profile than a chromatic. All around awesome looking Bronco.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651062240, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8446606, "authorName": "ProudInfidel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/proudinfidel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I knew this would sniff 20 K and thats still a great deal. WOW", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651069902, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8447077, "authorName": "carstruck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carstruck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ProudInfidel If you read the listing you\u2019ll see it sold for $30,000 quite recently.. before some improvements have been carried out :-", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1651074434, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8448058, "authorName": "ProudInfidel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/proudinfidel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "yep Broncos, Scouts etc. are going for big bucks. I am hoping to find a beast that will hold wife and 4 dogs for $15 K , ha ha. Seen some Broncos going for $75K- $80K or more. This is very nice and not saying its not worth more, was just hoping many others were sleeping and I could sneak in LOL", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1651081000, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8451431, "authorName": "stevesdrivers (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesdrivers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I agree @carstruck! This rig is one of those unique \u201coriginal\u201d looking trucks (AKA, never been lifted, standard engine, no crazy mods, etc.) but I just looked at it and thought, \u201clet\u2019s make it look as cool and original as it can look.\u201d I have a paint guy at Ed\u2019s Scientific Auto in San Jose who LOVES my Broncos and old Fords and always gets a thrill when I bring them in. $600 later this hood and roof matched perfectly and I was thrilled. I love the look on this one!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1651097351, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8451443, "authorName": "stevesdrivers (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesdrivers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Cracking me up @MY79F! My wife has limited me to FIVE American flags at the house\u2026 :-) Nothing better than an old Ford in front of Old Glory!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651097477, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8451469, "authorName": "stevesdrivers (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesdrivers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey @NPCesq, I bought this to add to a collection of two other \u201879 F series trucks and another Bronco (constant negotiation with wifey on storage). I honestly just fell in love with it because it\u2019s such a unique color, the gent selling it was from where I grew up, and I thought a few tweaks would make it even cooler. Made the improvements and drove it around a bit, took my boys to baseball games in it, and flipping it to a new home now. Will pick up another one the next cool one I see down the road - that\u2019s the fun of it!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1651097784, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8451719, "authorName": "MontanaBroncos", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/montanabroncos/", "bidAmount": 15500, "content": "$15,500 bid placed by MontanaBroncos", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651100962, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8451937, "authorName": "wsusurfer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wsusurfer/", "bidAmount": 17000, "content": "$17,000 bid placed by wsusurfer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651104356, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8451983, "authorName": "BRPD4627", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brpd4627/", "bidAmount": 17250, "content": "$17,250 bid placed by BRPD4627", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651104750, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8452419, "authorName": "NPCesq", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/npcesq/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fair enough. Does AC blow cold? Any oil leaks?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1651110261, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8456342, "authorName": "FlaRudy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flarudy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Never seen that towing package emblem. Really cool! Way better than the bumper location we used.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1651170409, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8457085, "authorName": "timothydavidjohnson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timothydavidjohnson/", "bidAmount": 18000, "content": "$18,000 bid placed by timothydavidjohnson", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651173925, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8457089, "authorName": "BRPD4627", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brpd4627/", "bidAmount": 18250, "content": "$18,250 bid placed by BRPD4627", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651173950, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8457101, "authorName": "timothydavidjohnson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timothydavidjohnson/", "bidAmount": 20000, "content": "$20,000 bid placed by timothydavidjohnson", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651173974, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8457105, "authorName": "BRPD4627", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brpd4627/", "bidAmount": 20250, "content": "$20,250 bid placed by BRPD4627", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651173992, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8457108, "authorName": "timothydavidjohnson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timothydavidjohnson/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by timothydavidjohnson", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651174010, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8457114, "authorName": "BRPD4627", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brpd4627/", "bidAmount": 25250, "content": "$25,250 bid placed by BRPD4627", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651174031, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8457123, "authorName": "timothydavidjohnson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timothydavidjohnson/", "bidAmount": 27500, "content": "$27,500 bid placed by timothydavidjohnson", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651174059, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8457270, "authorName": "BRPD4627", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brpd4627/", "bidAmount": 27750, "content": "$27,750 bid placed by BRPD4627", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651174546, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8457209, "authorName": "BlakeBronco", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blakebronco/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just needs the retro 'BRONCO' diamond mats in brown. Badass rig", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1651174569, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8457351, "authorName": "stevesdrivers (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesdrivers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now we are getting there friends. Love the heat of the last hour or two. Let me know if I\u2019ve missed any important questions in the thread. Happy bidding.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1651174742, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8457393, "authorName": "stevesdrivers (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesdrivers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@blakebronco, it will be hard for me to let them go, but I\u2019ll throw them in if you buy it and promise to spread Bronco love everywhere you go!! :-)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1651174850, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8457413, "authorName": "BRPD4627", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brpd4627/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "DOES AC BLOW COLD", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651174908, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8457492, "authorName": "stevesdrivers (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesdrivers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry @BRPD4527. This truck does not have AC.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651175145, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8457535, "authorName": "timothydavidjohnson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timothydavidjohnson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What will it take to make smog legal ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651175294, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8457592, "authorName": "timothydavidjohnson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timothydavidjohnson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My 78 Bronco is a federal build and doesn\u2019t have pump or converter and it is able to pass as is because that\u2019s how it came from Ford. A couple smog shops tried to argue but a good shop knows the difference", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651175518, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8457654, "authorName": "stevesdrivers (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesdrivers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey @timothydavidjohnson, admittedly I never tried in CA, and it\u2019s not required for 42 year old rigs in WA or many states. That said, there are several of these rolling around the Bay Area with Cali tags and I know lots of shops who get it solved for muscle cars, etc. While I truly think it can be done fairly easily, I don\u2019t want to misrepresent it because I just don\u2019t know and don\u2019t want to mislead. Any others on this thread gotten one done in CA from these years?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651175747, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8457667, "authorName": "BRPD4627", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brpd4627/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "WELL DAMN . I WANTED AC SO TIMOTHYDAVIDJOHNSON THAT WAS MY LAST BID.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651175785, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8457715, "authorName": "timothydavidjohnson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timothydavidjohnson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you very much Steve.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1651175904, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8457888, "authorName": "Trailboss", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trailboss/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller In order to get CA smog certificate on this truck. You would need all the original smog equipment that it came with when bought in CA.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651176420, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8457939, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 4/28/22 at $27,750", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651176601, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 8458112, "authorName": "Mcb14230", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcb14230/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks like its a different market this year.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1651177100, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8469779, "authorName": "NPCesq", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/npcesq/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "No AC", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651325826, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8473932, "authorName": "ChuckChill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chuckchill/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@stevesdrivers awesome truck. Hate I missed this auction.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651354446, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8473974, "authorName": "stevesdrivers (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesdrivers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Chuckchill, the truck didn't sell, but it was close. Still available!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1651354603, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8474006, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hello Everyone!\r\n\r\nFor being the high bidder, @BRPD4627 \u2018s contact info has been provided to @stevesdrivers (The Seller) in the hopes they can work out a deal. We wish them luck!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1651354735, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8474141, "authorName": "stevesdrivers (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevesdrivers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bringatrailer, @BRPD4627 noted in a comment prior to the auction ending that he was only looking for a truck with AC and was no longer interested.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1651355599, "type": "comment"}]