1967 Ford Bronco
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Ford introduced the Bronco in 1966 to compete with the growing category of small 4WD vehicles like Jeep's CJ-5 and International Harvester's Scout. When the Bronco was first produced, it was a completely new vehicle for Ford. The frame and other key suspension components were not shared with any other vehicle in the Ford lineup.
A small block Ford V8 topped by an aluminum intake manifold and Edelbrock 4BBL carb provides plenty of muscle to get this baby going wherever you want to go, and the 3-speed manual transmission has a wide enough gearing ratio for both off- and on-road adventures. Chromed headers scavenge the exhaust into the FlowMaster-equipped dual exhaust and help provide a nice muscle sound. While you're doing the occasional tune-up, you'll appreciate the gas struts that keep the hood up with no need to have a prop rod getting in your way. When it comes time to slow this iconic off-roader down, the driver will be glad that this Bronco is equipped with disc brakes up front, and drums out back.
The Ford Bronco is arguably one of the most iconic small SUV body styles ever produced, and a later generation would make it famous, thanks to...