The hagerty classic truck valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1963 international ihc scout 80 and assess the current state of the classic truck market. According to international truck color history, by tom brownell, in its first month, international doubled scout production from 50 to 100 per day, then increased that by another third. The scout 80 was introduced as a compact pickup with an optional fulllength top. The precise evolution of the suv, like all car genres is debatable, but theres no question that the international scout is the critical link between the military jeep and the modern suv. The international harvester agricultural division was second to the truck division, but was the bestknown ih subsidiary. This 1965 international scout looks incredibly clean for the price. International scout parts scout ii parts your authorized. All internationalharvester scout 800 versions offered for the year 1967 with complete specs, performance and technical data in the catalogue of cars. The vehicles demise is attributed to a variety of factors, including the united auto workers 197980 strike, and a general inability to compete with detroits big three auto manufacturers general motors, ford, and fiat chrysler, the latter of which makes jeep. Most images are ih promotional materials, sales brochure pages, or period magazine ads.
The scout 80 was the first model of the international harvester scout and it was available as either a conventional 2wd or 4wd. Jim allen and john glancy researched and created a book on the history of the international harvester scout. International harvester scout encyclopedia book best seller. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. The scout movement, also known as scouting or the scouts, is a voluntary nonpolitical educational movement for young people open to all without distinction of gender, origin, race or creed, in accordance with the purpose, principles and method conceived by the founder, lord badenpowell. Ever wonder about the birth and death of the scout.
The complete history of the international harvester scout. We drove it from santa barbara to ventura 5 months ago to work on it. Whether you are a scout zealot or just interested in classic 4x4s or international harvester history you will find this book a true labor of love. Worldwide vintage autos is pleased to present this 1978 international scout history the international harvester scout is an offroad vehicle produced by international harvester from 1961 to 1980. Parts catalog for 196168 international harvester scout 80, 800.
The hagerty classic truck valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1980 international ihc scout ii and assess the current state of the classic truck market. The scout 800, which appeared in 1965, did away with that, but brought a number of other improvements in comfort and convenience. It was the first vehicle of the genre to be designed from scratch to meet the anticipated growth in the offroad capable civilian. The scout 80 ignited international scout s popularity.
The first 800 model was produced from 1965 to 1968, and offered an upgrade in comfort and aesthetics. This 1961 international harvester scout is one of the. International truck history book international scout parts. A great reference for the history of your international truck, you can check this page for the colours youll want to use for your restoration project. To see ads from the may, 2020 issue, you must be a subscriber to hemmings motor news. International scout off road vehicle company history. International harvester scout encyclopedia in stock remember if you havent ordered yours yet, our books are an exclusive authors select edition numbered from 1 to on a special vin tag. Crismon, this tome is packed with useful information for each model year, such as production numbers, options, colors, types, capacities, engine types, horsepower and torque specifications, specialorder models, and other obscure info. Complete with spare engine and transmission in the back, this beatup 1961 ihc scout 80 was too far gone for restoration.
A 1961 international scout 80 in a denver selfservice wrecking yard. Worldwide vintage autos is pleased to present this 1972 international scout ii history the international harvester scout is an offroad vehicle produced by international harvester from. International harvester scout simple english wikipedia. Covers all aspects of production, from the first truck built in 1900 until 2002. History of the 19611971 international harvester scout. Making its debut in late 1960, the scout set the stage for 4wheel drive utility vehicles of the 70s, 80s, and 90s, and today enjoys cultstatus among automotive and truck enthusiasts. A book i go back to often for information and reading pleasure. Turns out buying an international scout is tougher than id thought itd be. Ls engine swap conversions and full restorations on international scout ii, scout 800, and more. It is advertised by a dealer of modern international trucks, so this might have been a pet project that is now taking up garage. Jun 05, 2017 the scout 80 made its debut in 1960 effectively becoming the first american suv ever created. Worldwide vintage autos is pleased to present this 1978 international scout history the international harvester scout is an offroad. International harvester scout models and specifications international harvester scout 80 19601965 the scout 80 was the first model of the international harvester scout and it was available as either a conventional 2wd or 4wd.
This scout 80 came to me from down south after a recent partial restoration. May 01, 2010 the scout appeared in late 1960 and came as a minipickup version or the utility, with a removable top. International trucks chief of design, ted ornas, came up with the idea of a small utility vehicle to. Purchase used 1960 international scout 80 in ventura. The business lines of the company included agricultural equipment, automobiles, commercial trucks, lawn and garden products, household equipment, and other entities. Here is a fantastic link if youre looking for international. Body in pretty good shape, bed floor is bad, has a steel plate for bed floor, has some rust in floor boards. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. Purchase new 1963 4x4 international scout 80, half cab top. Dedicated to americas original suv, the scout 80800 by international harvester. The scout was offered with four, six and eight cylinder engine options, however, only two v8 engines were made available on the. A good project truck, missing motor and radiator, has transmission and transfer case.
The international harvester company often abbreviated by ihc or ih, or shortened to international was an american manufacturer formed from the 1902 merger of mccormick harvesting machine company and deering harvester company. This 1961 international scout 80 looks amazing after a bodyoff restoration, with good paint, nos decals, and what are described as topnotch mechanicals. We usually prefer scout iis and travelalls to these earlier models, but this one is easy to love. All of the first series 80 scouts came with a fold down windshield. It needed a mighty successor to fill its shoes, and the scout 800 was the champion ih produced. Find 1970 to 1978 international scouts for sale on oodle classifieds. In this original article, international scout encyclopedia author jim allen identifies the topten most influential models throughout the history of the ih scout line. International scouts for sale used cars and vehicles on. The topten most influential scout models octane press. How to identify an international scout v8 it still runs.
Crismon, this tome is packed with useful information for each. The scout and secondgeneration scout ii were produced in fort wayne, indiana, as twodoor trucks with a removable hard top with options of a fulllength roof, halfcab pickup, andor soft top. Worldwide vintage autos is pleased to present this 1978 international scout history the international harvester scout is an offroad vehicle produced by international harvester from 1961. Jim thought he knew a fair bit about scouts when he started this project but soon learned differently and happily trudged up the scout history learning curve. The international scout encyclopedia did not disappoint. The scout was offered with four, six and eight cylinder engine options, however, only two v8 engines were. How to identify an international scout v8 by floyd drake iii. International harvester scout encyclopedia book new. Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used 1980 international harvester scout classics for sale near you.
Link your active subscription or subscribe for instant access. The international scout was an offroad vehicle which was made by international harvester from 1960 to 1980. I dont know if it still runs but we put stabil in the gas when we parked it. It will need a generator and voltage regulator or the alternator hooked up to charge the battery. International scout ii for sale hemmings motor news. Ih scout history binder blues a site for the ih scout.
Worldwide vintage autos is pleased to present this 1978 international scout history the international harvester scout is an offroad vehicle produced by international harvester. According to international truck color history, by tom brownell, in its first month, international doubled scout production from 50 to 100 per day, then increased. International truck history book international scout parts scout ii. When ih sold the agricultural products division to tenneco in 1985, the international harvester name and ih logo, went with it. When i finally land on one that feels right, a buyer flakes or somebody scoops it. Slideshow featuring the international scout, from its conception through the 800b. In my last blog entering scout life a right of passage i talked about recently getting into the scout lifestyle. Parts nos, fabricated, and custom, ls engine swap conversions and full restorations on international scout ii, scout 800, and more. Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used 1978 international harvester scout classics for sale near you. The complete illustrated history banks, michael on. International harvester scout simple english wikipedia, the. Aug 14, 2018 the international harvester scout finally ended production in 1980. Binder books also offers restoration decals for many tractor models and stationary engines. Obviously this 1962 international harvester scout 80 was set up to pull behind some sort of rig, but the seller doesnt mention it in their craigslist ad.
Jun 01, 2016 a book i go back to often for information and reading pleasure. Michael banks documents the success story from the 1950s travelall to the scout 80, 800, 810, and. Internationalharvester scout 80scout 800 years, types and editions catalogue 19611971 scout 80 19611965 scout 800 19661968 scout 800a 19691970. The historic scout highlights link is a timeline of the scout and the scout production link has some production information on scouts. Offering quality new and used parts for international harvester scout 80, scout 800, scout ii, terra, traveler, pickup, travelall, travelette, wagonmaster. Along with the new 800 designation came an optional turbocharged version of the i4 gas engine.
Jan 01, 2008 the redesigned scout 800in 1965, international updated the scout 80 to the new scout 800 series. We sell every international scout ii part for your repair or restoration. The international harvester scout is an offroad vehicle produced by international harvester from 1961 to 1980. Dec 24, 2017 jim allen and john glancy researched and created a book on the history of the international harvester scout. Anything scout honoring the past, building the future. Michael banks documents the success story from the 1950s travelall to the scout 80, 800, 810, and scout ii versions, also covers variations like the terra and spirit.
Below are a couple of good links to help settle your curiosity hopefully. This was the second year of production of the scout. Feb 23, 20 slideshow featuring the international scout, from its conception through the 800b. The kirkham international motortruck collection a great reference for the history of your international truck, you can check this page for the colours youll want to use for your restoration project.
By years end, fort wayne had cranked out 35,000 scouts. International truck history book international scout. The purpose of the scout movement is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their. Remarkably, the scout went from a basic idea to production in only two years. Michael banks documents the success story from the 1950s travelall to the scout 80, 800, 810, and scout ii versions, also covers variations like.
The international harvester scout finally ended production in 1980. For my next step, i wanted to dive deeper into the history and origins of the trucks that i am starting to drive. No pics are shown of the engine or underbody, but the interior and exterior look pretty much perfect. International scout 800 4x4 traveltop 4152 4speed man.
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