Neophyte

[Chicago21]

Hello All. I'm new to EB's (a motorcyclist forced to find a new, safer hobby by my better half). While I've always admired them from afar I am just now beginning my search. Amazing what a few hours on the web will do to confirm that I don't know squat. Like some of the other postings I've read, I'm here b/c I'm looking for advice on how to go about my search. I'm looking for a daily driver first with off-road capability second. I love the look of the rough riders but let's face it, I live in Chicago and won't be on trails all that often -- except for the crazy potholes! Another novice directed me to a few "dealer" sites like Rocky Roads, Tom's Broncos, etc. Most of the trucks look great but based on some of the forums I've read they look way over priced. I just can't say though. I want to buy something that has had most of the major work done (i'm able to do a few things and am willing to learn) but want to be sure I'm getting a fair price. Put simply, I want to be informed about what i buy. Thanks in advance for all feedback.

 

[Seabronc]

Welcome to the Zone >- . Try your local Craigslist, and the paper. If you can post some pictures of what you are looking at, we will be willing to comment on the condition and price.

Good luck,

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[Chicago21]

Here's one I found on RockyRoads. There are a ton of before and after pics on their website (www.rockyroads.com) under Sales Lot ('71 Yellow) but I've attached the restoration description. Does $23.5K seem reasonable?? Thanks in advance for your help.

THIS STUNNING 1971 FORD BRONCO IS, AND ALWAYS WAS TOTALLY RUST-FREE.

VERY STRONG RECENTLY REBUILT 351 WINDSOR ENGINE, FOUR BARREL CARBURETOR,

NEW FORD RACING VALVE COVERS, NEW AIR CLEANER ANDFILTER, REBUILT FACTORY

POWER STEERING JUST ADDED, NEW POWER BRAKE SYSTEM, DRUM BRAKES, 3 SPEED

ON THE FLOOR, DANA 44 FRONT AXLE, FORD 9" REAR AXLE, BOTH TRUSSED FOR

OFF-ROAD USE. RUNS, STEERS, AND BRAKES VERY WELL.

NEW 2 STAGE BODY AND PAINT IN 2007 FORD MUSTANG ORANGE, MATCH PAINTED

FENDER FLARES ALL AROUND, NEW WINDSHIELD AND SEAL, NEW WILD HORSES

"SPORT" ROLL CAGE (MATCH PAINTED)NEW BLACK STOCK BUCKET SEATS, MATCHING

REAR SEAT, HIGH BACK FRONT SEAT BELTS, NEW LINEX INTERIOR BEDLINER, BLACK

DOOR, SIDE AND TAILGATE PANELING.

NEW 15X10 EAGLE WHEELS WITH NEW 32" ALL TERRAIN TIRES, STOCK SUSPENSION

WORKS GREAT, NEW MATCH PAINTED PROTO-FAB FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS WITH

MATCHING SPARE, TUFFY LOCKING CENTER CONSOLE, NEW TUFFY LOCKING GLOVE

BOX, NEW ALPINE AM-FM CD PLAYER WITH IPOD ADAPTER, NEW ALPINE 6X9

SPEAKERS MOUNTED INTO REAR SIDE PANELS.

NEW GRANT GT STEERING WHEEL, TACHOMETER, NEW WINDSHIELD AND SEAL, NEW

REAR VIEW MIRROR, NEW REMOVABLE DOOR HINGES, REBUILT WING WINDOWS, NEW

WINDOW ANTI-RATTLE KIT, NEW OUTER DOOR HANDLES, ARMRESTS, DOOR CUPS,

CHROME MIRRORS, BLACKED OUT BRONCO EMBLEMS, NEW RUBBER SEALS, REBUILT

ODOMETER, NEW GAUGES, BIKINI TOP AND BLACK HARD TOP INCLUDED. BLACK

KAYLINE SNAP SOFT TOP JUST PURCHASED FOR THIS RIG, WILL BE INSTALLED SOON.

CURRENT PRICE : $23,500.00

 

[Seabronc]

I don't know nor do I want to know how much I've spent in $$ and time on mine but for a full restoration, warranted truck and money not being a consideration, I'd pay in the 20s any time for mine.

If it needed work, that is another subject and the answer would be no. For me, I'd rather do some of it myself. It brings you a little closer to the girl /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Good luck,

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[Chicago21]

I don't know nor do I want to know how much I've spent in $$ and time on mine but for a full restoration, warranted truck and money not being a consideration, I'd pay in the 20s any time for mine.
If it needed work, that is another subject and the answer would be no. For me, I'd rather do some of it myself. It brings you a little closer to the girl /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Good luck,

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Great, thanks. I agree, if I can do some work that would be perfect. Do you have any pics or specs on your truck??