gstuartw
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- Location
- DFW TX area
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- Make / Model
- Bronco II
Hello.
I’m new to the Bronco 2niverse and need some input.
I am in the hunt for a B2 as it’s predecessor has appreciated out of my price range. I currently have an ‘87 and an ‘89 in my sights. I have only what I see in their respective online ads to go on as far as appearance and obvious hints to mechanical issues. Both are stated to be in great mechanical shape. But as I better define my direction on which vehicle to pursue I’ll investigate that more personally.
The ‘87 is in good shape, no rust, really good shape interior and still being driven. It has 140k on the odometer and is a manual. White and red exterior with red interior. Good VIN check.
The ‘89 has 155k on the clock, a nicer paint job though the interior is not really in significantly better shape than the ‘87. This one is an automatic. White and red exterior with red interior. Good VIN check.
Though I am currently in the DFW area of Texas my wife and I will be relocating to a town in the mountains of Mexico situated at 6300 ft elevation. The B2 would be nationalized and moved with us.
Our intended use for this vehicle will be the occasional weekend trip to wineries or a music venue with trips typically not farther than 20 miles round trip. Most would be a 5-6 mile trip for a Sunday breakfast on a patio.
With that said, my initial questions are these:
What are the most inherent flaws in the design of these vehicles in respect to mechanical and/or electrical systems? (I am aware of the comparative ease at which these vehicles can end up on their roof but with only on-road driving planned and at speeds typically at 40 mph tops I’m willing to accept that flaw).
What are the parts most difficult to get and what donor vehicles other than another B2 are the best sources? (Shipping from the states gets easier each year, Amazon ships from the US as well as their Mexico operations.)
Are there significant improvements in the ‘89 over the ‘87 that make this decision a no-brainer?
Thanks I’m advance for you attention and helpful response.
Stuart
I’m new to the Bronco 2niverse and need some input.
I am in the hunt for a B2 as it’s predecessor has appreciated out of my price range. I currently have an ‘87 and an ‘89 in my sights. I have only what I see in their respective online ads to go on as far as appearance and obvious hints to mechanical issues. Both are stated to be in great mechanical shape. But as I better define my direction on which vehicle to pursue I’ll investigate that more personally.
The ‘87 is in good shape, no rust, really good shape interior and still being driven. It has 140k on the odometer and is a manual. White and red exterior with red interior. Good VIN check.
The ‘89 has 155k on the clock, a nicer paint job though the interior is not really in significantly better shape than the ‘87. This one is an automatic. White and red exterior with red interior. Good VIN check.
Though I am currently in the DFW area of Texas my wife and I will be relocating to a town in the mountains of Mexico situated at 6300 ft elevation. The B2 would be nationalized and moved with us.
Our intended use for this vehicle will be the occasional weekend trip to wineries or a music venue with trips typically not farther than 20 miles round trip. Most would be a 5-6 mile trip for a Sunday breakfast on a patio.
With that said, my initial questions are these:
What are the most inherent flaws in the design of these vehicles in respect to mechanical and/or electrical systems? (I am aware of the comparative ease at which these vehicles can end up on their roof but with only on-road driving planned and at speeds typically at 40 mph tops I’m willing to accept that flaw).
What are the parts most difficult to get and what donor vehicles other than another B2 are the best sources? (Shipping from the states gets easier each year, Amazon ships from the US as well as their Mexico operations.)
Are there significant improvements in the ‘89 over the ‘87 that make this decision a no-brainer?
Thanks I’m advance for you attention and helpful response.
Stuart
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