Preserving classic 1966–1977 Ford Bronco heritage with precision-engineered restoration parts.
The Spark: Our 1976 Candy Apple Red Gen 1
Our story began in 2025 with what was essentially an impulsive decision. Father-and-son team Matthew Bishop and Brian Bishop bought a bare rolling chassis in Hudsonville, Michigan—looking at it with the hunch that it could turn into something special.
At the time, we didn't fully know how to build a Bronco from scratch. But we paired Brian’s background as a mechanical engineer with Matthew’s relentless curiosity and desire to learn, stepping into the garage determined to bring this classic piece of machinery back to life piece by piece.
BEFORE: The Hudsonville, MI Rolling Chassis (2025)
AFTER: Restored 1976 Candy Apple Red Gen 1 Bronco
Getting Over the Hump: From Struggle to Innovation
Cataloging, sourcing, and purchasing every single necessary part across the truck’s full automotive architecture proved to be a massive challenge. We quickly realized how difficult it was to navigate vague listings, missing hardware, and poorly fitted reproduction components.
However, pushing through that struggle forced us to carve out an incredible attention to detail for every subtle nuance of every component inside the Gen 1 Bronco. Overcoming that restoration hump gave us a deep appreciation for precision engineering and a mastery of how these vehicles fit together.
Stepping back to admire our finished, beautiful Candy Apple Red truck wasn't just the end of a build—it was the start of Bishop Broncos Shop. Today, we channel that exact attention to detail into designing, sourcing, and creating parts for fellow Bronco builders and restorers across the community.
Our Commitment to Builders
At Bishop Broncos Shop, our work isn't just a business—it's a commitment to preserving classic Ford history. We eliminate the guesswork out of ordering reproduction and hard-to-find components so you can restore with total confidence.
Why Collectors Choose Us
✔ Engineer-Verified Fitment: Built to accurate 1966–1977 specs.
✔ Garage Tested: Inspected and installed on our own builds.
✔ Fast US Shipping: Carefully packed and shipped direct.
✔ Dedicated Support: Real technical expertise behind every part.
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Restoration Focused
Dedicated strictly to classic Bronco hardware and hard-to-find components.
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Secure Delivery
Every order is tracked and packed with care to ensure damage-free arrival.
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Honest Pricing
Fair rates on genuine OEM and premium reproduction parts.