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Single-Family-Owned 1971 Ford Ranchero GT

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Chassis/VIN1A48M123088
Mileage indicated16,680 Miles TMU
Engine351 cu-in V8
TransmissionAutomatic
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Description

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"It's more than a car. Look again, it's more than a truck. It's the Ford Ranchero," proclaimed the Ford's period marketing. As is well known, the Ranchero combines the practicality of a pickup truck with the style and comfort of a passenger car. The sixth generation of the Ranchero was based on the mid-sized Torino platform and featured a 6 ½ ft pickup box offering 39 cu-ft of cargo space. With four trim levels, the standard Ranchero could be transformed into a luxury hauler or a practical muscle car, courtesy of a selection of fiery V8 engines. This particular Ranchero was ordered new in GT specifications with the option 351 cu-in 4V (four-venturi carburetor) engine, bestowing the car with 285 horsepower that was capable of keeping pace with Mustangs while hauling a load of cargo.   

Highlights 

  • Retained by a single family since new 

  • Still wearing large portions of its original Bright Yellow paintwork and laser stripe 

  • Black vinyl interior with a button tufted bench seat 

  • Powered by a 351 cu-in 4V (four-venturi carburetor) “Cleveland” V8 that was originally rated at 285 horsepower mated to a three-speed automatic transmission 

  • Equipped from new with frigette air conditioning from new 

  • 14 inch steel wheels with sporty wheel covers shod with 215/75 Cooper Trendsetter white wall tires 

  • The chassis number decodes as: 

    • 1: 1971 model year 

    • A: Atlanta, Georgia, assembly plant 

    • 48: Two-door Ranchero GT 

    • M: 351-4v V8  

    • 123088: production number 

  • Final year of production for the fifth-generation Ranchero 

  • Please note that while the odometer displays just under 17,000 miles at the time of listing, the true mileage is unknown 

Features 

  • Sport scoop hood 

  • Ribbed argent rocker panel molding with GT badging 

  • Deluxe grille with center GT crest 

  • Electric clock 

  • Power brakes 

  • Fresh air heater 

  • Hidden electric windshield wipers 

  • Remotely operated, body-colored, side view mirrors 

  • Ventless side windows 

  • Full-width seat upholstery 

  • Deep pile, wall-to-wall carpeting 

  • Woodtone inlay around padded steering wheel horn bar 

  • Cigarette lighter 

  • Vinyl-framed day/night mirror  

Known Imperfections 

  • A highly original and honest example worthy of continued preservation  

  • Inoperable air conditioning 

  • Tear in the driver’s seat bolster 

Included 

  • Spare carburetor  

  • Tire iron 

  • Jack 

  • Distributor and cap 

Ownership History 

The current owner of this 1971 Ford Ranchero GT has relayed that the car was purchased new by their grandfather from Serramonte Ford of Colma, California in 1971. Since then, the car has remained in the same family, with the car coming under the stewardship of the current owner in May 2023.  

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. 

Contact: Michael Deeb  Phone: 415.509.1998  email: mdeeb@hagerty.com 

Bids

1/19/24 at 7:59 PM

$15,105

1/19/24 at 7:49 PM

$13,000

1/19/24 at 7:46 PM

$12,250

1/19/24 at 7:19 PM

$12,000

1/19/24 at 7:18 PM

$11,269

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Auction Sold
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