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 a collectible appreciating classic, though current market data is too thin to establish reliable pricing or momentum signals. With zero tracked sales in the past year and no active listings in our sample, the U.S. market for these vehicles offers virtually no liquidity for buyers or sellers seeking to transact quickly.
The collectibility tier reflects genuine interest in the model's design and cultural significance, but desirability appears muted relative to first-generation examples and competing vintage SUVs from the same era. Without production volumes or condition data from recent transactions, it is difficult to assess which specific years, configurations, or mileage ranges command premiums.
The illiquid designation underscores a fundamental challenge for the second-gen Bronco market: sparse transaction activity makes price discovery difficult and means buyers should expect extended holding periods and limited negotiating depth. Prospective acquisitions should rest on personal enthusiasm rather than near-term appreciation expectations, given the absence of actionable market signals.
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.