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1983 Ford Bronco XLT Lariat

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  • Location: Phoenix, Arizona, United States
  • Make: Ford
  • Model: Bronco
  • SubModel: XLT LARIAT
  • Type: SUV
  • Trim: XLT Lariat Sport Utility 2-Door
  • Year: 1983
  • Mileage: 127,000
  • VIN: 1FMEU15Y9DLA66917
  • Color: Red
  • Engine size: 4.9L 4917CC 300Cu. In. l6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
  • Number of cylinders: 6
  • Fuel: Gasoline
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Drive type: 4WD
  • Interior color: Tan
  • Options: Power Steering, Power Brakes, 4-Wheel Drive, CD Player, Convertible
  • Vehicle Title: Clear

1983 Ford Bronco XLT Lariat Sport Utility 2-Door Description

This listing is for a 1983 Ford Bronco XLT Lariat. This truck is a project and has had quite a bit of work & new parts in the past year. Some may call it the equivalent of a Rat Rod for a Ford Bronco. Or, you can drive as is.This is an Arizona Ford Bronco all its life without any rust issues.
I've owned this Bronco for about 9 months. I had plans to fully restore it but with my schedule, I realize that I don't have the time, and I no longer have the desire to continue. We share one car in the household and this Bronco has served as by back-up daily driver for running errands around Phoenix/Scottsdale.
Engine/Mechanical/Steering/Suspension (all parts listed as new have been installed in the past 9 months & come with receipts unless otherwise noted):
-4.9L/300 In-Line 6-Cylinder, Auto Transmission
-There is very minimal oil seepage but not enough to actually drip after being parked
-Car starts easily and does not stall but sounds like an old car
-Drives straight
-4x4 works
-It will not pass Smog/Emissions
-New Edelbrock carburetor installed about a year ago by previous owner - approx $400
-New battery
-New Powermaster 150 amp alternator - $193
-New spark-plugs, wires, distributor, installed about a year ago by previous owner
-New water-pump, thermostat, thermostat housing & gasket
-New hoses & lines
-New dual electric cooling fans - $297
-New engine mounts & transmission mount
-New tie rod ends, new ball joints, all new front suspension bushings everywhere (every bushing has been replaced on the front end) cost over $600 w/labor
-New front coils, new Rancho 5000 shocks all around
-Two new wheel bearings
-New front rotors & brake pads
-Passenger-side rear brake is missing. Meaning the truck currently runs with 3 brakes and brake line is pinched off. It's worked out fine so far but should probably be fixed by new owner. Parking brake does not work.
-All new fluids
Body (please view YouTube videos for detailed walk through):
-Car looks great from a 100 yards away
-Has dings, peeling paint, damage to driver door
-Missing exterior trim on driver-side
-No hard-top (I've seen people giving them away for free on Craigslist)
-Has a professionally installed soft-top. Has some small rips near tailgate. Being able to remove the window portions, makes driving this truck really fun in nice weather.
-Bought new body mounts, some of them have been installed, the rest will come with the truck
-New Black Daytona Wheels from LMC Truck installed about 2 years ago. Have about 3k miles on them. $89.95 each on LMCTruck.com.
-New 31" BFGs installed about 2 years ago. Have about 3k miles on them.
-New headlights & taillights
Interior (video coming soon):
-Ignition cylinder is broken on steering column. Meaning you have to start the car by sliding a rod (not sure what it's called) down steering column and then use an installed push-button to start it. Easy to do and adds to its character. Because of this no key is needed to start the car.
-Has the split bench in the front and bench in the back allowing seating for 6. Currently only driver, passenger, and rear-center seatbelts work. This means you only have seatbelts for 3 at this time.
-I would say that everything should be replaced on the interior. Seats have rips. Headliner has rips. Carpet is really old. Dash has cracks.
-$700 Kenwood stereo was installed by previous owner about 2-3 years ago. Very poor quality installation. Stereo has fallen into the dash. CD player & radio seem to work ok. New speakers in front doors.
-Grant Steering wheel. Looks nice but is pretty weathered.
-Door panels were replaced with ones from LMCTruck.com but have taken some abuse. They are structurally sound but have scratches and should be refurbished.
-Speedometer & odometer don't work
-Heater & AC don't work. New heater-core was installed but it's bypassed because mechanic didn't have correct hose. Forgot to go back & get hoses installed.
-Driver window rolls down on its own because of damage to driver door; passenger window is closed but stuck off-track; rear-tailgate window works.
About this Bronco:
-Clean title. Carfax shows car was purchased new in AZ in 1983. Had one accident in the 1990s.
-Odometer shows 3,xxx miles. It has obviously rolled over. Title shows 127,000 miles.
YouTube Videos:
-Exterior walkthrough - https://youtu.be/xjY90Inh-G4
-Quick exterior walkthrough - Coming soon.
-Driving down the street - Coming soon.
-Test Drive - Coming soon.
-Interior walkthrough - Coming soon.
TERMS OF SALE

---$350 Deposit required via PayPal within 24 hours.

---Cash or wire transfer only for balance due within 3 days. I have Clean AZ title in hand.

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For out-of-state buyers, I will provide garage storage for up to 2 weeks after full payment is made to allow for shipping arrangements. Please note, that you will need to insure the vehicle within 2 business days of submitting complete payment. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer. We will assist the shipping company with the loading of the vehicle. This vehicle is for sale locally and I reserve the right to end listing at any time.

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