All proceeds will go to the fight against homelessness.
Ford designed a custom 1980 Bronco XLT to accommodate Pope John Paul II’s October 1979 visit. The rear doors opened so that His Holiness could get inside. This 2021 Bronco First Edition doesn’t have stairs in the back like its ancestor, but it still pays tribute to the second-generation-based special vehicle in other ways. It also pays homage to the 1966 Bronco.
The Wimbledon White finish is not available on any Bronco trim levels and can be complemented well by retro-flavored steel wheels. The grille and the upper section of Ford Performance metal bumper have been finished in Iconic Silver.
Rapid Red accents are visible on the bottom of doors and hood decals for a contrast effect. The First Edition Poe Francis Center badge is a similar design, and the side mirror caps have a thin red stripe. This is far more than a stock Bronco, as it features a roof-mounted LED lightbar, side pod lights and tube doors.
The Blue Oval included wheel-well rock lighting and a strap system attached to the tailgate. To continue the exterior theme, the two-tone cabin seats are available with Wimbledon White center. This same color is also visible on the dashboard, where the “BRONCO” lettering has been repainted in red to match some trim.
Barrett Jackson was given the task of auctioning the 2021 Ford Bronco Pope Francis Center First Edition at its annual Scottsdale event. This SUV will be available for sale at 4:30 PM MST on Thursday, January 27th. The Detroit Pope Francis Center will receive all proceeds from the sale to fight homelessness.
David Fischer Jr. is the president and CEO of The Suburban Collection Holdings LLC.