A Different Kind of Bronco Restomod
Classic Ford Bronco restomods are everywhere these days. Some succeed in achieving show-truck perfection, others are meant for desert-runner toughness, and a few manage to pull off both. They’re often loud – figuratively and literally – with high-powered V8s and flashy paint jobs that make subtlety seem old-fashioned. But every once in a while, one comes along that stands apart for all the right reasons.
This 1969 Ford Bronco is one of those builds. It’s unsuspecting up front, but it can easily win one over with its clean execution and thoughtful upgrades. Built over three years by Dean Glover of Glover’s Welding in Littleton, North Carolina, this four-door conversion was completed in 2023 and later acquired by a selling dealer in Oregon – a hand-built family-sized Bronco done right.
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A Bronco Reimagined for the Family
To make the four-door layout work, the frame and body were lengthened, rear doors shortened, and custom filler panels fabricated to keep proportions in check. The entire underside and interior surfaces were coated with Raptor Liner, while the exterior received a metallic pearl white finish with black accents and vinyl stripes. LED headlights, a removable bikini top, and 17-inch gloss black Gear Off Road wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich All-Terrain tires round out the rugged yet refined look.
Inside, it’s more about comfort than nostalgia. The three rows of Toms Offroad seats are trimmed in tan “deerskin” leatherette, complemented by matching panels and flooring. A wood-rimmed steering wheel, Dakota Digital gauges, and a touchscreen infotainment unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto bring a modern touch. Even the fuse panel is neatly tucked into the glovebox, which is a nice touch.
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Coyote Power for the Modern Trail
Under the hood sits a 5.0-liter Gen 2 Coyote V8 paired with a 6R80 six-speed automatic, both sourced from a low-mileage F-150. The setup feeds power to a rebuilt twin-stick transfer case and Tom Wood’s rear driveshaft, sending muscle to all four wheels. A Toms Offroad lift kit, power steering, and four-wheel disc brakes complete the mechanical package.
Even better, the odometer shows just 135 miles since the rebuild, making it practically new. Currently listed on Bring a Trailer with a current bid of $99,999 and seven days remaining, it’s a rare chance to own a vintage off-roader built to modern standards and sized for the whole family.
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