How Much Does a Ford Bronco Restomod Cost?

How Much Does a Ford Bronco Restomod Cost?

If you’re in the market for a classic Ford Bronco restomod, you aren’t alone. These iconic vehicles, especially from the years 1966-1977, are in high demand from enthusiasts, collectors, and a wide range of people who appreciate the Bronco’s legendary stature.

For that reason, first-generation Broncos don’t come cheap, even though Ford built thousands of examples every year for over a decade. When you commit to a restomod versus a conventional restoration, a classic Bronco price can climb higher because you’re replacing parts, upgrading components, and customizing various aspects of the original to match your vision and modern standards.

When you choose a re-engineered classic Ford Bronco from Velocity Restorations, builds start at $264,900 whether you purchase from available inventory or commission a custom build. Pricing varies based on configuration, customization, drivetrain selections, materials, and bespoke options, with many builds ranging from $300,000 to over $450,000 for highly customized commissions.

Built differently from the start, every Velocity Bronco blends original classic character with modern engineering, craftsmanship, and customization.

What Impacts a Restomod Classic Bronco Price?

Numerous factors contribute to Ford Bronco restomod costs:

• Scarcity of original donor vehicles

• Condition of donor vehicles that are acceptable for a high-end restomod

• A builder’s investment of time and labor in the restomod process

• Cost of replacement parts and new components

• Expenses associated with using skilled craftsmen and technicians

Additionally, a restomod isn’t a restoration. It is possible to buy a classic Ford Bronco for well under $100,000 on today’s market and restore it, spending tens of thousands of dollars on the project. But for many owners, the reality of taking on a restoration quickly becomes far more demanding than expected. Sourcing quality parts, coordinating with multiple mechanic and fabrication shops, managing delays, and investing countless hours into the process can turn what starts as an exciting project into a long and frustrating experience.

The restored vehicle may ultimately look good and drive reasonably well, but it still won’t deliver the refinement, reliability, and modern performance of a true restomod, much less a fully re-engineered classic.

How Much Does a High-End Restomod Cost: Restoration vs. Re-engineered

You can evaluate the purchase of a restored Ford Bronco from several different angles.

First, you can purchase a first-generation vehicle and undertake the restoration yourself. This might sound appealing because it allows you to become deeply connected to the process, but unless you are truly committed and have exceptional mechanical skills, it can quickly become a burden and easily go over budget.

Finding specialized craftsmen to perform intricate restoration work is difficult. Locating parts is challenging and time consuming, making them from scratch when replacements no longer exist is even more challenging and adds more time and cost.

Start to finish, you could be dealing with a multi-year commitment.

Second, you could buy a restored classic Ford Bronco for anywhere from $80,000-$180,000. This choice eliminates cost overruns and delays, but it doesn’t guarantee you’ll get a vehicle that’s capable of being driven at highway speeds, or that isn’t going to come with significant reliability concerns.

Old Broncos, particularly the ones manufactured from 1966-1968, were rudimentary vehicles. They were not made for comfort, they lacked power, and they didn’t have anything that could be mistaken for modern automotive technology. It takes a lot to bring them up to the caliber of contemporary cars and trucks.

This is where re-engineering goes beyond restoration.

A re-engineered classic Bronco costs much more than a restored or restomodded offroader because the builder has effectively rethought the original vehicle from the ground up. The chassis, suspension, steering, powertrain, transmission, and electrical systems are replaced or refined, bringing the vehicle up to a modern level of performance and comfort.

Velocity's Broncos, such as this Blackout Package, are re-engineered from the ground up for modern performance, comfort, and confidence.

In some cases, a builder’s engineering team has to develop innovative new parts to replace antiquated designs that simply don’t function very well in the 21st century.

And to top it off, re-engineered Broncos can sport custom interiors made from materials of superior quality, offering a higher level of luxurious fit and finish. This translates into improved performance but also notably higher pricing for a re-engineered classic.

Why “Cheap” Restomods Can Become Expensive

Ultimately, when it comes to Ford Bronco restomod costs, you definitely get what you pay for. A high-end restomod might initially strike you as a major investment, but much of that investment is in the quality of the experience you’ll enjoy as an owner.

By contrast, a “cheap” restomod can end up being expensive down the line. Maybe there was some hidden, structural rust that wasn’t properly dealt with. Maybe an older engine doesn’t provide adequate power to feel smooth at higher speeds. Maybe the electronics fail at an inopportune moment, stranding you far from your driveway.

A careful restomod that updates your classic Bronco avoids these costly pitfalls. Not to mention the exceptional customer service and 2-year bumper-to-bumper warranty that comes with every Velocity build.

Custom Bronco Build Costs vs. Buying from Inventory

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If you’ve decided to go the high-end route for your Ford Bronco restomod, then you have a decision to make: buy from inventory or do a custom-build?

There pros and cons for each:

Pros of buying from inventory:

• Immediate ownership

• Fixed pricing

• An assurance that your Bronco has been re-engineered to the highest standard

Cons:

• You don’t have the option to customize the interior or exterior

• Your Bronco doesn’t represent your personal vision

Pros of custom-builds:

• Your classic Ford Bronco is stamped with your individual personality

• You can work with your builder on customization, becoming engaged with the process

Cons:

• Greater expense

• You will have to wait longer to get your vehicle

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What Buyers Should Look for When Comparing Costs of a Ford Bronco Restomod

You should now have a better understanding of why Bronco restomods are expensive. But what about assessing the value of a restomod versus a re-engineered custom build?

Both are going to deliver superior experiences when compared to a restored classic Bronco. The choice boils down to your patience with maintaining a restomod that hasn’t benefited from an extensive re-engineering process from the beginning.

You’ll almost certainly have to address a problem at some point, and because these are vehicles that weren’t designed to last decades, the cost will be considerable.

Finally, don’t overlook the value of your time. When you purchase a high-end restomod from a builder like Velocity, you have plenty of classic Broncos in inventory to choose from that can be delivered to you within days.

And even if you opt for a custom build, Velocity can still complete your vehicle much more quickly than a less advanced – and less expensive – restomod company.

You’ve probably been thinking about owning a classic Bronco restomod for many years. And, you deserve the best vehicle your money can buy: a Bronco that drives well, looks iconic, and that has been worked on by the finest and most meticulous craftsmen in the industry.

Experience what restomod craftsmanship should truly be: