1978 Ford SuperBronco

Offered for sale by its builder, SuperBronco in Englewood, Colorado, this 1978 Ford Bronco pairs Wimbledon White paint and custom Free Wheeling graphics with a thoroughly reworked 2020 Ford F-250 chassis, 7.3L Godzilla V8, and 10R140 10-speed automatic transmission. Built around a donor truck that had traveled just 97 miles, it features four-link suspension and FOX remote-reservoir coilovers at all four corners, locking differentials, and 40 in. MAXXIS tires.

Originally a Ranger XLT equipped with the Northland Package, this Bronco belonged to a mining company in Rangely, Colorado, before a 1982 wreck damaged its original frame beyond repair. Its body survived, spending roughly four decades under a lean-to before SuperBronco gave it a new foundation. According to the builder, the completed vehicle has since accumulated more than 5,000 miles traveling to automotive events throughout the western United States.

• 7.3L Godzilla V8 & 10-Speed Automatic: Ford’s modern 7.3L Godzilla V8 is paired with a TorqShift 10R140 automatic, managed through a Ford Performance control pack. The column shifter retains tap-shift and tow/haul functions, while a custom electric-shift Ford F-600 short-shaft transfer case provides a fixed-yoke arrangement suited to the suspension’s travel. A 1410-series flange and custom rear driveline complete the package.
• Modern Super Duty Foundation: SuperBronco extensively modified the F-250 chassis to a 110 in. wheelbase and fabricated custom mounts to accommodate the vintage body. The rebuilt Dana Super 60 front and Sterling 10.5 rear axles feature 5.38:1 gearing and OX electric lockers. Upgraded front axle shafts, custom chromoly rear shafts, WARN Premium hubs, and hydroboost-assisted four-wheel disc brakes support the larger tires and intended use.
• Four-Link Suspension & FOX Coilovers: Custom four-link suspension front and rear works with FOX remote-reservoir coilovers tuned around the vehicle’s individual corner weights. FOX 4 in. hydraulic bump stops and a midship AntiRock sway bar round out the suspension. Steering upgrades include Reid Racing high-steer knuckles, RPM steering links, APEX tie-rod ends, and a Synergy track bar.
• Wimbledon White & Custom Free Wheeling Graphics: The exterior combines Wimbledon White paint, black accents, and Phoenix Graphix Free Wheeling stripes in custom colors. A removable black fiberglass hardtop preserves the Bronco’s open-air appeal, while custom-machined ICON Rebound Pro wheels wear 40x12.50R17 MAXXIS RAZR tires. Additional details include push-button door handles, custom SuperBronco badging, and a rebuilt power rear-window mechanism.
• Leather Seating, Vintage Air & Onboard Air: The cabin features 10-way power leather front seats, a leather flip-and-fold rear seat, Vintage Air climate control, power windows, and Dakota Digital instrumentation programmed for the 10R140. Custom interior panels and extensive Dynamat and DynaCore insulation finish the space. An Off Grid Metalworks security toolbox with MOLLE panels organizes equipment, while an ARB twin brushless compressor provides onboard air.

Why This Build Stands Out

This build’s appeal starts with how comprehensively its major systems were developed together. The modern engine and transmission, heavy-duty axles, suspension geometry, steering, and brakes all form part of the same conversion. Inside, modern seating, sound insulation, climate control, and integrated controls make the finished vehicle more accommodating for longer drives.

SuperBronco also reports substantial road use since completion, including trips to events in South Dakota, Colorado, and Nevada. Those journeys give prospective buyers a useful point of discussion with the builder about the vehicle’s development, suspension tuning, and driving characteristics.

For the enthusiast drawn to second-generation Bronco styling, this example offers an extensively engineered interpretation with modern Ford power and a distinctive period-inspired finish.

Powertrain & Drivetrain

• Ford 7.3L Godzilla V8
• TorqShift 10R140 10-speed automatic transmission
• Ford Performance engine and transmission control pack
• Column shifter with tap-shift and tow/haul functions
• Custom electric-shift Ford F-600 short-shaft transfer case
• 1410-series transfer-case flange
• Custom high-misalignment double-Cardan rear driveline
• 5.38:1 axle gearing
• Front and rear OX electric lockers

Chassis, Suspension & Steering

• Modified 2020 Ford F-250 chassis
• Donor reportedly had 97 miles before conversion
• 110 in. wheelbase
• Custom body mounts
• Front and rear four-link suspension with Rock Krawler components
• FOX tuned remote-reservoir coilovers
• FOX 4 in. hydraulic bump stops
• Midship AntiRock sway bar
• Reid Racing high-steer knuckles
• RPM steering links and APEX tie-rod ends
• Synergy track bar
• Power steering

Axles & Brakes

• Fully rebuilt Dana Super 60 front axle
• Upgraded F-550 chromoly front axle shafts
• Motorcraft front unit bearings
• WARN Premium locking hubs
• Fully rebuilt Sterling 10.5 rear axle
• Custom chromoly rear axle shafts
• Motorcraft rear hub and bearing assemblies
• Hydroboost-assisted four-wheel disc brakes
• PowerStop Z34 pads and drilled/slotted rotors

Wheels & Tires

• Custom-machined ICON Rebound Pro wheels
• ICON bead-retention technology
• 40x12.50R17 MAXXIS RAZR tires

Interior & Comfort

• 10-way power leather front seats
• Leather flip-and-fold rear seat with armrest and cupholders
• Custom interior panels
• Dynamat Xtreme and DynaCore insulation
• Vintage Air air conditioning
• Power windows
• Tilt steering and VSW sport steering wheel
• Cruise control
• Dakota Digital instrumentation
• RetroSound audio with hands-free calling and satellite-radio capability
• Tuffy locking center console
• Switch-Pros accessory controls with Bluetooth capability
• Powder-coated original Ford GT bar
• Custom Doja Mats floor mats

Exterior, Lighting & Off-Road Equipment

• Wimbledon White paint with black accents
• Custom Phoenix Graphix Free Wheeling stripes
• Removable black fiberglass hardtop
• Push-button door handles
• Rebuilt power rear-window mechanism
• KC steering-mounted knuckle pod lights
• Eight-point rock lighting with Bluetooth capability
• Off Grid Metalworks security toolbox with MOLLE panels
• ARB twin brushless onboard air system
• Removable auxiliary air tank
• Frame-mounted recovery hooks
• Two 50-amp Anderson connectors

Contact SuperBronco through the inquiry form to discuss this 1978 Ford Bronco, request build documentation and current mileage, or arrange a viewing in Englewood, Colorado.