That one in Vacaville does look overpriced to me too. Not that Broncos have not been selling in the 40, 50 and up to 70k range regularly at the auctions, but there are examples of why not to jump on a high-priced nice looking rig.
Get two guys in the same room that just have to have it, and it will sell for that. But unfortunately for all the sellers, there are not always those two bidders in the room.
First off, here's a perfect example of what you can get for HALF of what the one in your link is asking:
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/1969-ford-bronco/6299762135.html
For that price you could do what you want to make it better and still be under your budget. Assuming it does not have any hidden gems that is.
And as the others were saying, there are LOTS of those potential problems hidden under paint and bedliner. Not to mention fiberglass and glued on street signs (yep) and "rust-free" panels that look more like swiss cheese when you get closer.
The one I was actually looking for was a super nice looking rig with all the right moves. bright Orange (great color for Broncos by the way) with all the bells and whistles other than some strange choice in wheels. Not that they don't appeal to some, but they weren't right for me. But the rig was nice and has been advertised for $45k to $43k.
For almost two years!
Yes, it's been on Craigslist on and off for way more than a year. Possibly more than two even, but I wasn't paying that close attention. It's been mia before so maybe it will come back. Or maybe he finally sold it. But for $10 grand less than your link, it settled there with no takers.
So look both ways before jumping in with both feet is what we're saying. A better deal will almost always come by.
I agree that the one you posted is a nice looking rig. But what makes it worth that much is what I want to know. Where are all the details and extra bits like the hard top that was mentioned. And does it have any real historical value for that money.
Paul