1971 Ford Bronco VIN Decoder
Last Updated February 23, 2024 | Kevin BrentRestoring your vintage '71 Bronco can be quite a challenge when it comes to finding the right components. It's important to know exactly what original parts were included with your '71 Bronco model. Luckily, you can get this info by decoding the VIN and data plate of your 1971 Bronco. A Bronco VIN decoder can simplify the process and find the necessary components for your restoration project.
Locate important details like the series, body style, transmission, axle ratio, and color of your '71 Bronco. The vehicle's VIN will also provide you with the engine code, which can be useful for restoring your Bronco to its original condition and also recognizing any aftermarket components that may have been added by previous owners.
1971 Bronco VIN Number Location
If you're trying to find the VIN of your 1971 Bronco, the easiest place to look is on the frame rail located beneath the engine, just before the firewall. Reading the VIN from the engine bay can be difficult, especially with the engine setup. If you can't read the VIN stamp from the engine bay, we suggest turning the wheel as far right as possible and using a camera to take a picture of the VIN from behind the wheel well.
1971 Bronco VIN Plate Location
The full VIN plate is inside the face of the glove compartment door. It includes codes containing your '70 Bronco's production information. The top line of the data plate displays the following code categories: color, type, body, transmission, axle, and DSO.
| Color | Code | Sample | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raven Black | A | ||
| Sky View Blue | E | ||
| Mojave Tan | F | ||
| Chrome Yellow | G | ||
| Boxwood Green | K | ||
| Wimbledon White | M | ||
| Diamond Blue | N | ||
| Seafoam Green | O | ||
| Astra Blue Metallic | R | ||
| Candyapple Red | T | ||
| Mallard Green | V | ||
| Grabber Green | Z | ||
| Calypso Coral | 1 | ||
| Prairie Yellow | 2 | ||
| Swiss Aqua | 3 | ||
| Regis Red | 4 | ||
| Medium Brown Metallic | 5 | ||
| Bahama Blue | 6 |
| Feature | Sport |
|---|---|
| Exterior | |
| Dual Windshield Wipers | S |
| Windshield Washers | S |
| LH Outside Mirror | S |
| Argent-Painted Grille with Bright Aluminum Trim Surround and FORD Letters | S |
| Chrome Headlight Rings | S |
| Chrome Windshield and Window Trim | S |
| Chrome Taillight Bezels | S |
| Chrome Tailgate Release Handle | S |
| Front & Rear Chrome Bumpers | S |
| Front Chrome Bumper Guards (w/ Chrome Bumpers Only) | S |
| “Sport Bronco” Emblem | S |
| Bright Metal Wheel Covers (15-Inch Wheels Only) | S |
| Interior | |
| Parchment Vinyl Simulated-Carpet Front Floor Mat with Bright Metal Retainers | S |
| Vinyl-Covered Door Trim Panels with Bright Metal Moldings | S |
| Satin-Finish Instrument Panel Molding | S |
| Cigar-Cigarette Lighter | S |
| Satin-Finish Horn Ring | S |
| Fresh Air Heater & Defroster | S |
Related: Learn more about what came standard with your 1971 Bronco’s trim package.
| Code | Month |
|---|---|
| J70000 - J79999 | July 1970 |
| J80000 - J99999 | August 1970 |
| K00000 - K19999 | September 1970 |
| K20000 - K39999 | October 1970 |
| K40000 - K59999 | November 1970 |
| K60000 - K79999 | December 1970 |
| K80000 - K99999 | January 1971 |
| L00000 - L19999 | February 1971 |
| L20000 - L39999 | March 1971 |
| L40000 - L59999 | April 1971 |
| L60000 - L79999 | May 1971 |
| L80000 - L99999 | June 1971 |
| M00000 - M19999 | July 1971 |
| M20000 - M29999 | August 1971 |
| District Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 11 | Boston |
| 13 | New York |
| 15 | Newark |
| 16 | Philadelphia |
| 17 | Washington |
| 21 | Atlanta |
| 22 | Charlotte |
| 24 | Jacksonville |
| 25 | Richmond |
| 28 | Louisville |
| 32 | Cleveland |
| 33 | Detroit |
| 35 | Lansing |
| 37 | Buffalo |
| 38 | Pittsburgh |
| 41 | Chicago |
| 43 | Milwaukee |
| 44 | Twin Cities |
| 46 | Indianapolis |
| 47 | Cincinnati |
| 51 | Denver |
| 53 | Kansas City |
| 54 | Omaha |
| 55 | St. Louis |
| 56 | Davenport |
| 61 | Dallas |
| 62 | Houston |
| 63 | Memphis |
| 64 | New Orleans |
| 65 | Oklahoma City |
| 71 | Los Angeles |
| 72 | San Jose |
| 73 | Salt Lake City |
| 74 | Seattle |
| 75 | Phoenix |
| 83 | Government |
| 84 | Home Office Reserve |
| 85 | American Red Cross |
| 89 | Transportation Services |
| 90 | Export |
| B1 | Ford of Canada - Central |
| B2 | Ford of Canada - Eastern |
| B3 | Ford of Canada - Atlantic |
| B4 | Ford of Canada - Midwestern |
| B6 | Ford of Canada - Western |
| B7 | Ford of Canada - Pacific |
| I2 | Export |
| Axle Code | Gear Ratio | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 4.11 | 2780 lb. |
| 18 | 3.50 | 2780 lb. |
| 4 | 4.57 | 2780 lb. |
| 8 | 3.50 | 3300 lb. |
| 5 | 4.11 | 3300 lb. |
| B8 | 3.50 | 2780 lb. |
| B9 | 3.50 | 3300 lb. |
| A3 | 4.11 LS | 2780 lb. |
| A5 | 4.11 LS | 3300 lb. |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| C | 3 Speed Direct |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| L | Michigan Truck |
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| U14 | Pickup (Includes Sports Pickup) |
| U15 | Wagon (Includes Sports Wagon) |
| Engine Code | Engine Type | Displacement | Bore | Stroke | Compression Ratio | Horsepower (In Gross HP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | Inline-6 | 170 CID | 3.5" | 2.94" | 8.7:1 | 100 hp @ 4,200 RPM |
| G | V-8 | 302 CID | 4.00" | 3.00" | 8.6:1 | 205 hp @ 4,600 RPM |
Use Our 1971 Bronco VIN Decoder to Jumpstart Your Restoration
Decoding the data plate of your 1971 Bronco gives you a more comprehensive understanding of its authentic parts. Take a look at our dedicated page for 1971 Bronco parts to locate all the essential components for restoring your vintage 1971 Bronco. Remember towheels and tires sign up for our newsletter to receive valuable guides, helpful tools, and related content.
If you want to see what came stock on other first-gen Broncos, check out the VIN and data plate information for these Bronco years: 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977.
Sources: 1971 Ford Buyer's Digest, Ford Heritage
Image Credit: Ford Heritage
