Ford Bronco (2nd gen)
1978–1979

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Market value · recent verified sales
MSRP
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Collectibility
6/10
Collectible
3-Year Forecast
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Not enough sales data
5-Year Forecast
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Not enough sales data
Market scores
30
Desirability
Illiquid
10
Liquidity
Moderate
50
Resale Outlook
Marque analyst note
The second-generation Ford Bronco remains classified as an appreciating classic, though current market data is too sparse to establish reliable pricing benchmarks or trend analysis. With zero tracked sales in the past 12 months and no active listings in our monitored channels, this segment lacks the transaction volume needed for confident valuation signals.
Collectibility sits at a moderate level, reflecting the Bronco's recognized status as a desirable SUV but constrained by incomplete production data in our records. Desirability is rated as low relative to earlier-generation models, suggesting that condition, originality, and specific variants will heavily influence individual sale outcomes.
The illiquid market classification underscores the challenge facing both buyers and sellers: finding willing counterparties requires patience and often specialist networks outside mainstream auction channels. Dealers and private sales remain the primary discovery mechanism for these vehicles.
Without sufficient recent transaction history, forward projections for the next three to five years cannot be responsibly estimated. Future pricing direction will depend on broader collector-market trends, fuel-cost volatility, and whether supply constraints on modern Bronco production drive renewed interest in second-generation examples.
Prospective buyers or sellers should expect extended marketing timelines and should rely heavily on mechanical inspection and documented history to justify any asking price in this thin market.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$600
- MaintenanceUS$1,210
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$5,030
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months0
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale Price—
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price Range—
- Total Sales Tracked0
Recent sales
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.