1996 Ford Bronco Eddie Bauer

The Ford Bronco is a model line of sport utility vehicles manufactured and marketed by Ford. The first SUV model developed by the company; five generations of the Bronco were sold from the 1966 to 1996 model years. A sixth generation of the model line has reemerged for the 2021 model year. Originally developed as a compact off-road vehicle using its own chassis, the Bronco initially competed against the Jeep CJ-5 and International Harvester Scout. For 1978, Ford enlarged the Bronco, making it a short-wheelbase version of the F-Series pickup truck; the full-size Bronco competed against the K5 Blazer and Ramcharger. Following a decline in demand for large two-door SUVs, Ford discontinued the Bronco after the 1996 model year, replacing it with the four-door Expedition; followed by the larger Excursion.

For consignment, a lower mileage truck, well a station wagon. A 1996 Ford Bronco in Pacific Green Metallic over Light Saddle Metallic and we have a real visual winner that would make even O.J. Simpson proud. Sporting a mere 87,429 original miles, it's consignor stated original paint, and a beautiful yet functional leather interior this SUV is ready to handle whatever mountains you may want to climb but sadly is missing it's 2 pieces of Ford Eddie Bauer luggage, so you'll have to carry unmentionables in a different overnight bag on the trek.

Exterior
Very clean, and a good paint job covered with Pacific Green Metallic and Light Saddle Metallic rockers and optional step built in under rocker, on this 2-door Eddie Bauer Edition. A tan slightly faded metal top is installed, and what many people don't realize is this top is still removable, albeit requiring a T40 tamper proof Torx bit. Badging and chrome is correct and in excellent condition. We do note some rust bubbling around the rear wheel wells which is a common occurrence on these trucks. Raised white letter knobby 265/75R15 Cooper Discoverer HT rubber is on all 4 corners and wraps large chromed wheels with locking hubs. A swing away spare is behind the tailgate which has a working power window.

Interior
2 overstuffed leather mocha buckets flank a large center console with a glove box large enough to almost fit a small suitcase! A leather rear bench which will fold down expanding the already spacious cargo area is installed behind the buckets. The driver's bucket has a powered lumber support and shows some wear from age and a noticeable tear on the lower cushion. The dash setup is standard Ford fare with mocha, black and a wood burl insert. A factory AM/FM/CD stereo is installed along with power windows, power mirror, and power locks are noted by their buttons in the doors. Cruise control is on the steering wheel. Good quality carpeting, in tan color, is covering the floor.

Drivetrain
A 5.0 Liter 302ci V8 with an automatic E40D 4-speed transmission attached is under the OEM hood. Putting power to the ground are 3.55 axle assemblies

Undercarriage
Mostly clean some surface rust showing on the suspension components, some of it heavy on the rear spring shackles and a few notable spots on the flooring are also seen. Coil springs and radius arms for the front long with leaf springs on the rear provide the ride. Power disc and drum brakes give us stopping power while a stock style single exhaust system sends spent fossils out the back of this SUV. A hitch package has been installed, and it appears heavy duty.

Drivability
I needed a short step stool to climb into this truck, a sharp mind but terrible knees here, and I was greeted with mid 90's Ford comfort. Performance was adequate on all fronts and all functions were working splendidly.

A well preserved SUV with low miles, original paint, and minimal rust. It has good gaps, few faults, it does not appear as a 26 year old vehicle. Well cared for and runs nicely with plenty of power if you want to hook something fun up to it. This one won't last!!!

VIN DECODE
1FMEU15NOTLB55019
1-USA
F-Ford Motor Company
M-Multi Purpose Vehicle
E-6001 Thru 7000 GVWR
U15-Bronco 4wd Wagon
N-5.0L V8 199hp
0-Check Digit
T-1996
L-Wayne, MI Assy Plant
B55019-Sequential Unit Number