Original-Owner 1989 Ford Bronco Eddie Bauer Metropolitan 4-Door Conversion

OVERVIEW

This original-owner 1989 Ford Bronco Eddie Bauer Metropolitan four-door conversion was built by Magnum Motor Coach of Sturgis, Michigan. It is powered by a Windsor 351ci V8 backed by a four-speed automatic transmission with a dual-range transfer case. Finished in red and beige and equipped with a tan top and a body-color removable hardtop over a tan cloth interior, this Bronco Metropolitan comes with a clean CARFAX report and a clear title in the seller's name.

Highlights:

• Chrome grille guard
• Removable hardtop
• Front power windows and locks
• Power steering
• Cruise control
• Kenwood AM/FM/cassette radio
• Air conditioning
• Heated power rear window
• Power front disc brakes

Ownership History:

• Offered by a private seller
  • Original owner
• Current location: Montana
• CARFAX report:
  • Begins in 1988
    • Potential Odometer Rollover reported in 2016
    • Shows ownership in Montana and Tennessee
• Previously listed on AutoHunter in April 2024 (Lot Number 51785858)

EXTERIOR

Key Features:

• Red and beige paint
• Side accent stripes
• Chrome grille guard
• Fender-mounted antenna
• Dual side mirrors
• Tan top
• Color-keyed removable rear hardtop
• Roof rack
• Swing-a-way spare tire carrier
• Chrome rear step bumper

Modifications:

• Conversion completed by Magnum Motor Coach of Sturgis, Michigan
• Color changed from blue in 2010

Known Flaws:

• Rust is present on the driver’s side below the passenger window
• Rust is present on the back wheel well
• A few small hail dents are present
• Chips in the windshield

WHEELS AND TIRES

• 15-inch chrome wheels
  • Manual front locking hubs
• 31” x 10.50” Dick Cepek Trail Country radial tires

Service History Highlights:

• Newer tires

INTERIOR

Key Features:

• Tan cloth upholstery
• Power front windows
• Power steering
• Cruise control
• Tilt steering column-mounted shifter
• Air conditioning
• Manual rear windows
• Split folding middle seat

Modifications:

• Interior components added for the 4-door conversion

INSTRUMENTS

• Odometer shows 66,407 miles
  • Reportedly accurate
  • Rolled over
  • Most recent CARFAX reading: 62,368 miles in November 2017
• 85-mph speedometer
• 6,000-rpm tachometer
• Gauges:
  • Fuel level
  • Coolant temperature
  • Voltage
  • Oil pressure

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine:

• Windsor 351ci V8
  • Fuel-injected
  • Reportedly original

Transmission:

• 4-speed automatic

Transfer Case:

• Dual-range

Service History Highlights: 

• Fluids checked in 2023
• Oil changed in 2023

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST 

Key Features:

• Independent front suspension
• Solid rear drive axle
• Part-time 4-wheel drive
• Power front disc and rear drum brakes
• Single exhaust outlet

Modifications:

• Wheelbase stretched from 104.7” to 140” during 4-door conversion process

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• The seller has posted a video that shows the vehicle driving