Got some attention today

[Fred]

Drove down to the shops this morning and as I was pulling out again a truck pulled up right in front of me blocking my path. I'm thinking what on earth, can't he see I'm trying to move out, when the truck driver gets out of his truck and comes over to me. I roll down my window to hear what he has to say and he just raves on about how much he loves my car and how beautiful and well maintained it looks after all this time and how he's always liked them and what a credit to me.
But the biggest surprise...................I was driving the Ford Bronco. Made my day.

[hatersaurusrex]

Early Bronco?

[larmstrong11]

go to the ford bronco site and have fun

[Fred]

Early Bronco?

1984

[bull]

A 1984 Bronco? Well, given the vanilla selection of available cars these days I guess it's possible but I'm real close to calling BS on this story.

[Fred]

I'm not saying it happens every day but it did happen today.

[TheGhost]

You gotta admit, it's damn rare to see one that's not falling apart from the rust.

[Fred]

Yes, I've seen more than a few rust buckets myself but my baby's like brand new (including interior). And even though she's the daily driver, she's as well looked after as the Charger. Hence the compliments.  I'd never sell it.

[LaOtto70Charger]

Very nice!

[twodko]

I can just see your grinning mug as you motor down the road in that super clean Bronco. I'm chronically fastidious about keeping my car, toys, tools, home, cats etc pristine.........to expensive to replace. Good on ya mate! Best to Mrs. Fred.

[Ghoste]

That's funny.  One of the topics of conversation that came up at work last week was how popular Broncos are in So Cal.  Don't know where you live but evidentally they are a big thing.

[moparguy01]

That is one NICE bronco. I've owned quite a few of them, wonderful trucks. I had a 79 with a 400 4 speed I had to sell due to a knee surgery. It had a REALLY stiff clutch. and then i bought a 94 bronco with a 351.

Whats under the hood of yours?

[nvrbdn]

looks really clean fred. your road block was correct. you have kept it very nice. of course you guys dont see all the salt on the road down under like here in the midwest.

[Troy]

Fred, you've confused some people by posting your picture upside down! I'm guessing that Bronco is a lot rarer in your part of the world. Although, a rust free Bronco is pretty rare around here. You can find rusty ones without too much trouble though - usually sitting in a field but sometimes on the road with big tires and a hillbilly driving. I almost bought a maroon Eddie Bauer (not sure of the year) a few years ago until I looked underneath it.

Troy

[moparstuart]

Fred, you've confused some people by posting your picture upside down! I'm guessing that Bronco is a lot rarer in your part of the world. Although, a rust free Bronco is pretty rare around here. You can find rusty ones without too much trouble though - usually sitting in a field but sometimes on the road with big tires and a hillbilly driving. I almost bought a maroon Eddie Bauer (not sure of the year) a few years ago until I looked underneath it.

Troy

the tailgates are usually the first thing to start rusting  ,  I have sold over 100 of those things

[Darkman]

I'm guessing that Bronco is a lot rarer in your part of the world.

Nice car Fred!

Troy, they're not as rare as you think here in Aus. They were sold here for quite a while. Late 80's and early 90's, they were everywhere. That being said, a good one is quite rare

[Silver R/T]

I'd rather have RamCharger

[440]

Time to go to deniliquin Fred  

Do you use F-100 spares Fred?  I'm flying to the US on Sunday to collect my F150 and probably need some bits to get it through.





Where's Doc? I have accommodation paid for  

[Fred]

Time to go to deniliquin Fred 

Do you use F-100 spares Fred?  I'm flying to the US on Sunday to collect my F150 and probably need some bits to get it through.





Where's Doc? I have accommodation paid for   

What's in Deniliquin?
Yes I use F-100 spares. I wish you a good trip, hope all goes well for you.  

[Fred]

I can just see your grinning mug as you motor down the road in that super clean Bronco. I'm chronically fastidious about keeping my car, toys, tools, home, cats etc pristine.........to expensive to replace. Good on ya mate! Best to Mrs. Fred.

Me too Tom, everything is spick and span. That's the way I'm made. So it's always nice to get an appreciative compliment.
Mrs. Fred sends her love.

[Fred]

That's funny.  One of the topics of conversation that came up at work last week was how popular Broncos are in So Cal.  Don't know where you live but evidentally they are a big thing.

Well looked after ones are always admired. We have a lot of Jappers here as do you, so the big Bronco stands out.

That is one NICE bronco. I've owned quite a few of them, wonderful trucks. I had a 79 with a 400 4 speed I had to sell due to a knee surgery. It had a REALLY stiff clutch. and then i bought a 94 bronco with a 351.

Whats under the hood of yours?

Thanks mate. Mine's got a Cleveland 351. It's on duel fuel..........it runs on petrol and LPG.

looks really clean fred. your road block was correct. you have kept it very nice. of course you guys dont see all the salt on the road down under like here in the midwest.

mate. That's right no salt here. You can keep a car forever here if you look after it and are so inclined.

[Fred]

Fred, you've confused some people by posting your picture upside down! I'm guessing that Bronco is a lot rarer in your part of the world. Although, a rust free Bronco is pretty rare around here. You can find rusty ones without too much trouble though - usually sitting in a field but sometimes on the road with big tires and a hillbilly driving. I almost bought a maroon Eddie Bauer (not sure of the year) a few years ago until I looked underneath it.

Troy

the tailgates are usually the first thing to start rusting  ,  I have sold over 100 of those things

You're right about the tail gates for sure. Every now and again I squirt oil in the doors and tail gate and so far no rust. I do it to all my cars.

[Fred]

Fred, you've confused some people by posting your picture upside down! I'm guessing that Bronco is a lot rarer in your part of the world. Although, a rust free Bronco is pretty rare around here. You can find rusty ones without too much trouble though - usually sitting in a field but sometimes on the road with big tires and a hillbilly driving. I almost bought a maroon Eddie Bauer (not sure of the year) a few years ago until I looked underneath it.

Troy

Thanks for noticing Troy. For anyone I've confused........I've posted it again.  I hope this time it gets there right side up.   

[Fred]

I'm guessing that Bronco is a lot rarer in your part of the world.

Nice car Fred!

Troy, they're not as rare as you think here in Aus. They were sold here for quite a while. Late 80's and early 90's, they were everywhere. That being said, a good one is quite rare

  I love it because there's plenty of space inside (something the Americans have always got right).

[440]

Deniliquin is the largest Ute Muster in Australia. K Rudd even got invited himself.  

http://www.deniutemuster.com.au/


Is F100 spares expensive or are they reasonable?

[Fred]

Pretty expensive. It's all imported from the USA and Canada. But there aren't too many options for mine. The older the car the harder to find the parts.
What year is yours?

[440]

1977  There are plenty of parts and re pop out there but being from the US it's hard to justify paying some of the prices that some people charge.

I've seen quite a few 2wd's here but only one F100 4wd.

[F8-4life]

Nice bronco it deserves every comment it gets! Its good to see one taken care of, most of the ones here in ohio are pretty abused

[Fred]

1977  There are plenty of parts and re pop out there but being from the US it's hard to justify paying some of the prices that some people charge.

I've seen quite a few 2wd's here but only one F100 4wd.

Well I'm sure you'll make good use of your time over there chasing up whatever spare parts you'll need. Shop till you drop ha ha!!
Have a good and safe trip.

[Fred]

Nice bronco it deserves every comment it gets! Its good to see one taken care of, most of the ones here in ohio are pretty abused

Thanks mate.    It would hurt me to neglect her, I couldnt do it.

[440]

Thanks Fred, I wish I could go on a shopping spree but I just can't afford to, $800 for a set of tires is far more appealing than $1200.

I will buy some new shoes and a General Lee bike though 

[aussiemuscle]

if you want a scale replica of your beautiful bronco, monogram recently reissued the 80 MY, which is very close to your 84. It comes with the rear canopy too!

[Fred]

Thanks mate, I'll check it out.