Rte 61 Classics and Toy Barn
200 Pinebrook Place
Orwigsburg, PA 17961
1973 Ford Ranchero 500 – 351 Cleveland V8, 4-Speed Classic for Sale in Pennsylvania
Route 61 Classics proudly presents this 1973 Ford Ranchero 500, a rare and authentic example of Ford's unique muscle-meets-utility creation. Finished in factory Bright Green Gold with a black vinyl top and black hood treatment, this Ranchero perfectly captures the look and feel of the early 1970s - part Torino, part pickup, and all classic Ford attitude.
Under the hood, the original 351 cubic-inch Cleveland V8 retains its factory block and has been upgraded with an Edelbrock aluminum intake manifold and Holley 4-barrel carburetor for improved performance and drivability. The engine fires easily, idles smoothly, and delivers strong torque through a Toploader 4-speed manual transmission and Ford 9-inch rear end with 3.25 gears. A dual Flowmaster exhaust system with long-tube headers gives this Ranchero the proper muscle-car sound.
The exterior was refinished in its original Bright Green Gold, a vibrant color that stands out in any crowd. The black vinyl roof, Cobra Jet–style hood with scoop and pins, and Magnum 500 chrome wheels on Cooper Cobra raised white-letter tires complete the period-correct look. Chrome trim, GT-style badging, and the factory bed-still wearing its original finish under the rubber mat-highlight this truck's exceptional preservation and care.
Inside, the Ranchero features a clean and factory-correct green vinyl split-bench seat, original steering wheel, and crack-free dash with full instrumentation. The 5-pod auxiliary gauge cluster, factory 4-speed shifter with wood knob, and later-model Ford AM/FM/Cassette stereo add functionality while keeping the classic feel. The green loop-pile carpeting and matching headliner tie the cabin together beautifully.
Underneath, this Ranchero presents as a solid, well-maintained driver. The frame and floor pans are clean and rust-free, while the independent front suspension, rear 4-link setup, and power front disc brakes ensure comfortable, confident cruising.
This 1973 Ford Ranchero 500 combines muscle-car performance, pickup versatility, and unmistakable '70s style into one head-turning package. Whether you're cruising Pennsylvania backroads or showing it at local meets, this Ranchero delivers power, presence, and pure Ford personality.
Located in Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania, Route 61 Classics serves enthusiasts across Allentown, Reading, and Harrisburg. Contact us today to make this 351-powered 1973 Ford Ranchero 500 yours.
| Year: | 1973 |
| Make: | Ford |
| Model: | Ranchero |
| Mileage: | 36129 |
| Exterior Color: | Bright Green Gold |
| Interior Color: | Green |
| Trim: | |
| Body: | truck |
| Stock: | 163003 |
| Engine Size: | |
| Transmission: | 4 Speed Manual |
| Vin: | 3A47Q163003 |
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Growing up in the late sixties and turning sixteen in 1970, the love of muscle cars and speed was at its height. Serving three years in the army as a technician and then learning to work on heavy duty trucks steered me in the direction of repairs and led to my wife and me opening a repair center. For the next twenty two years we grew the business from 2 people to over 100 people and along the way made awesome friends and meaningful relationships across more than twenty states. We won special awards from the BBB for having great integrity and fairness as well as joining Inc Magazines fastest growing companies list. By 2014 we sold the business and had started another successful independant dealership.
2020 hit hard with Covid-19 and other health issues causing us to dial back and have the opportunity to start fresh. So here we are at Rte 61 Classics and Toy Barn. Home to everything fun from 1929 Model A to 2022 C-8 Corvette as well as a true Simulator, memorabilia and vintage toys. We hope to help others fulfill their dreams and fantasies about the automotive world just like I have been blessed to do. God is good!
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