Barrett-Jackson Collector car auctions highlights the unprecedented demand for Resto-Mod SUVs with a lineup of spectacularly built Ford Broncos and Chevy Blazers as part of the 2023 Scottsdale Auction at WestWorld of Scottsdale, January 21-29, 2023. No Reserve for a Custom 1970 Ford Bronco (Item 1340) nicknamed “Maverick,” a collaboration between Tre5 Customs, Ikandy Paintworks, and Paradise Customs, and a custom 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer (1422.1. item) finished in PPG “Mint my Mind” and Mercedes Cirrus White.
“Featuring the classic styling of 1970s sport utility vehicles and the impeccable craftsmanship seen from today’s builders, the Resto-Mod market is thriving with the popularity of these incredible Broncos and Blazers.” Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “I have both Resto-Mod and late model Broncos, and the quality of these SUVs crossing the auction block in Scottsdale will be a great addition to anyone looking to add one of these popular vehicles to their collection.”
Item 1340 a custom 1970 Ford Bronco 4×4 nicknamed “Maverick” that was recently completed after over 1,400 hours of fabrication, bodywork and paint by Tre5 Customs, Ikandy Paintworks and Paradise Customs graduated together. Power comes from a Gen 3 5.0L Coyote crate engine mated to a Ford 10-speed automatic transmission. Called Raised Brittany Blue by the consignor, the finish also features a gray painted stripe embedded in the paint to match the gray hardtop. Also completed is the same trio deal 1340.1. item, another custom Ford Bronco 4×4 nicknamed “Goose”. The Goose was unveiled at the 2022 SEMA Show and, like the Maverick, received a 1,400-hour build. Shown in raised sea foam green, the Goose has a white painted stripe to match the white hardtop.
A custom 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer (1422.1. item). Finished in PPG “Mint my Mind” and Mercedes Cirrus White, the Blazer retains its truck-style side cladding with a hand-applied pinstripe on the “Chevrolet” on the tailgate. It’s powered by a GM crate, 6.2-liter, 500-hp LS engine with a Hughes 4L80E transmission and rides on a set of 17-inch KMC beadlock wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich KM3 tires. 1311.1. item a custom 1971 Chevrolet K5 Blazer powered by a new GM Performance LS3 crate engine mated to a 3-speed automatic transmission with a rebuilt NP205 2-speed transmission. Finished in original Medium Bronze, the Blazer rides on 17×9 Pro Comp wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich All-Terrain tires and sits on a new 4-inch Rough Country lift kit.
“Resto-Mod’s market continues to grow in popularity among the collector car hobby,” he said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “The combination of modern powertrains and cutting-edge technology with the nostalgic styling of 1970s SUVs has really driven the demand for these vehicles, and our Scottsdale dock offers that with the best selection of Resto-Mod Ford Broncos. and Chevy Blazers.”
Several exceptional Resto-Mod RVs for sale at No Reserve include:
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