The Ranchero was the first postwar American vehicle of its type adapted from a popular sedan from the factory. It combined the sleek looks of a sedan with the utility of a light-duty pickup truck.
This 1979 Ford Ranchero GT came out of a private collection in Arizona where it was stored inside with a car cover on it
The owner ordered a Marti Report that was completed on the car in 2022 (see photos)
Which shows ONE of ONE with the deluxe bumper package
ONE of FOUR with factory A/C
Interior restoration was professionally done
Motor restoration was done by the current owner who has been a mechanic for 35 years
FMX 3-speed automatic transmission
Original window sticker
A/C updated with a modern compressor
Aluminum radiator
New brakes all the way around
The front suspension all replaced including Radius arm bushings, ball joints and Tie rod ends
The rear suspension is equipped with a 9" Ford rear end with sway bars all the way around
Bed is Rhino lined
Brougham decor package
Old stereo converted with modern components
It has the original hood, but the scoop has been added by the current owner
Dual Bucket seats, both complete with armrests
It has won People's Choice and Best of Show trophy Awards
Haggarty gave the vehicle a $40,000.00 value and this is what it's insured for.
Seller reports the stainless around the bed has some damage and there's a small dent in the hood. He has only used Royal Purple Full 10w30 Synthetic Oil in the car. He also states this is a gentlemen's cruiser and everything in the car works.
The Car has been consigned to the 9th Annual Salt Lake City Classic Car Auction. Hosted by the Classic Car Auction Group, this online auction is Saturday, May 11th, with online bidding only. To consign your car and/or to register to bid on this and other cars in the auction go to http://www.classiccarauction.us.
