- The 1972 Scout underwent a complete overhaul, featuring a 6.0-liter V8 engine.
- Other upgrades include a 6-speed automatic transmission and an Atlas II transfer case.
- The classic SUV has only been driven about 21,000 miles since its powertrain overhaul.
The new Scout Terra and Traveler have generated plenty of interest in the US and shoppers appear particularly excited about the EREV variant. But for those who scoff at the idea of trading the primal roar of internal combustion for a sanitized whir, this original Scout offers something the new models simply can’t—a gloriously unapologetic, thunderous V8 under the hood.
What you’re looking at is a 1972 International Harvester Scout TT Traveltop but it’s no regular Scout. In 2020, it was overhauled by the experts at ‘Anything Scout’ in Iowa and completely stripped down. First, the frame was powder coated and the underside of the body was sprayed to keep it look fresh for years to come.
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Anything Scout then removed the original engine and replaced it with a 6.0-liter naturally-aspirated L96 Vortec V8. This new lump rocks a new fuel injection system, a beefed-up camshaft, and a custom air intake, and is good for 400 hp. Scout hasn’t released performance specifications for the new models, and while we know they’ll be ridiculously quicker than this one, they definitely won’t sound as good.
Working alongside the V8 is a six-speed 6L80 automatic transmission and an Atlas II transfer case. New Dana 44 front and rear axles have also been added alongside a 1-inch lift kit. A set of aftermarket wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A K02 tires should also be suitable for any off-road excursions the next owner may go on.
Various updates have been made inside. These include heated front seats and a rear bench trimmed in black vinyl while there is also an aftermarket audio system with new speakers and an Alpine amplifier. This Scout is also well-equipped for towing and includes a trailer brake controller.
According to the Bring a Trailer listing that you can check out here, this Scout has racked up approximately 21,000 miles (~33,700 km) since its transformation, while the chassis itself has covered a respectable 81,000 miles (~130,000 km). That’s nothing for a vehicle built to outlast its owners.
