I've bought a Jeep. Sorry.

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Originally Posted by JamesH

If I was sent to the US I'd go a 74 Bronco with column shift auto and a Windsor 351. Also pick up a 66 Ford Galaxie. Maybe a 62 Continental...

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Sometimes the Yanks get it right in the styling department - other times they are just wrong !!!

I recently sold this -

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

It's an imported Ranger - almost original except for conversion to RHD and it had a Chev 6.5 V8 Diesel in place of the original 351. Original C6 auto and Ford 13" diff were still in it. I reckon that this thing looked good (though some will disagree - my parents hated it with a passion).

But IMHO, that Bronco is just butt ugly. If it wasn't for the Ford label on the grille, I'd swear it was designed in Russia.

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Originally Posted by BMKal

But IMHO, that Bronco is just butt ugly. If it wasn't for the Ford label on the grille, I'd swear it was designed in Russia.

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:D:D:D

I tend to agree, it looks way older than '74! Although this one looks pretty good when they finished with it!

http://www.4x4offroads.com/4x4-ford-bronco-1974.html

I quite like the ones from the mid-late (?) 80's.

RosettaQ, I second having a look at Ausjeep - give you some insights into the Commander and what some of the guys have done with them - including a 4" lift, hehe. Enjoy!

Cheers
Mike

Mate, Don't feel so bad!

There are 3 types of people in this world.

Those who own Land Rovers.

Those who own Jeeps.

And those who don't!

Davy
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/im...008/09/158.jpg

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Originally Posted by BMKal

Sometimes the Yanks get it right in the styling department - other times they are just wrong !!!

I recently sold this -

http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/9107/mvc001fum7.jpg

It's an imported Ranger - almost original except for conversion to RHD and it had a Chev 6.5 V8 Diesel in place of the original 351. Original C6 auto and Ford 13" diff were still in it. I reckon that this thing looked good (though some will disagree - my parents hated it with a passion).

But IMHO, that Bronco is just butt ugly. If it wasn't for the Ford label on the grille, I'd swear it was designed in Russia.

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Brian gotta remember that Bronco was built in the 60's, the 80's model Broncos were spoofy and great off road as well, Regards Frank.

One of the Commanders lives just over the road from me. It is a nice car although it does not go off road ( a condition of purchase I think, according to home command). It does tow and does travel well. Mother says that the rear seats are lacking, but her feet would not touch the floor so........

Very nice looking vehicle.

Hey, have you had a chance to look at the H1 Hummer? I would have thought that Lion Rock etc would suit its long gate (read measurement from hub to hub). I heard they turboed the big fella? Could have a dance inside :p I know they are unpopular and in some's view crasssssss, but I beileve they are capable, not in tight scrub, but capable anyway. No need for a trailer they could carry all :) may be an economical (not for fuel but who cares if you are going to have one) but in purchase price over there.

Regards,
PeterW

Look at You Tube "Hummer Tribute", Scorpians "Still Loving You" sound track. Nice

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Originally Posted by JamesH

If I was sent to the US I'd go a 74 Bronco with column shift auto and a Windsor 351. Also pick up a 66 Ford Galaxie. Maybe a 62 Continental...

http://everstorm.neutralreality.net/...ontquarter.jpg

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That is sweet!

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Originally Posted by TwoUp

Hey, have you had a chance to look at the H1 Hummer?

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You are right they are very cheap over here.

Not my cup of tea though. A bit OTT

(rear ones Ok if you are Douglas Bader...) :D:D:D
I've read reach for the sky about 10 times. He's a legend. Nice reference.

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Forget everything else cos I want one of these (Jeep J8)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/im...008/09/124.jpg

...and in this colour (Jeep J8 Sarge)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/im...008/09/125.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/im...008/09/126.jpg

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Originally Posted by Tommy K

Forget everything else cos I want one of these (Jeep J8)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/im...008/09/124.jpg

...and in this colour (Jeep J8 Sarge)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/im...008/09/125.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/im...008/09/126.jpg

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Yeah I dont think Id be complaining about having one of them, I recon the kids wouldnt be all that happy about having to stay home while Dad played in the mud in his Ute though :p