UPDATE: 2026/02/12 Added a comparison chart between the Kindred Motorworks Heritage Bronco and the Ford Bronco Raptor, comparing general information such as engines, power, suspension, tires, and price. In the past 20 years or so, the restomod scene has exploded in popularity. What started as folks doing individual builds by taking a classic car and adding modern features has evolved into a variety of companies offering customized machines directly to customers. For example, businesses such as Singer Vehicle Design and Icon 4x4 are among the premier names in the space.Soon, classic SUV fans might be able to go to their local Ford dealer and drive away in a first-generation Bronco restomod. The buyer would even have the choice between having a modern V8 or a dual-motor electric powertrain. The upgraded Bronco builder, Kindred Motorworks, met with potential partner showrooms at the National Automobile Dealers Association conference in Las Vegas, Nevada, to expand the availability of its products. A New, Classic Bronco Straight From The Local Showroom Kindred MotorworksKindred Motorworks already has two partner dealers in Texas and in New York, and is looking to expand further. Greg Clark, the company's chief commercial officer, has experience helping build the dealer network for the SUV brand Ineos Automotive, and he is now taking on a similar taskfor this restomod builder. The goal is to have vehicles available in 10 showrooms by 2027 or 2028."The markets of interest for us are Arizona, California, Pacific Northwest," Clark said to Automotive News. "These are EV-leaning markets, which are just logical for us to focus on."According to Clark, one advantage of a dealer selling a Kindred Motorworks vehicle is that it's a small-volume, high-profit offering. "On the per-unit basis, the dealer is making a lot more money selling a Kindred vehicle, probably than anything else," he said. Check Out What Kindred Builds Kindred MotorworksKindred Motorworks sells its combustion-powered Bronco restomod starting at $199,000. They come with a Ford Coyote 5.0-liter V8 making 460 horsepower. The engine hooks up to a 10-speed automatic transmission with an Atlas II transfer case, a Dana 44 front differential, and a Ford 9.0-inch rear differential with 35-spline axles. It also has power steering and four-wheel disc brakes.Inside, there's hand-stitched leather upholstery, heated front seats, a rearview camera, and a touchscreen infotainment screen that supports Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth. In short, the old off-roader comes equipped with just about everything you'd find in a new one, save for driver assists.The body looks just like a classic Bronco but with some modern updates. The upgrades include LED headlights and retractable side steps. The doors are still removable, too. The options include a $15,000 hardtop and $1,200 for ceramic window tint. There's also a $15,000 Trail Package that includes a Warn winch, different front and rear bumpers, a tow hitch, and a tire carrier.Kindred MotorworksKindred's electric Bronco restomod starts at a not-insignificant $225,000. It retains all the classic looks but packs a dual-motor powertrain, making a total of 402 hp and 492 lb-ft. An 80-kilowatt-hour battery powers the system, and it supports Level 3 DC fast charging. Wavetrac limited-slip differentials are at the front and rear. The SUV is also available with the $15,000 hardtop and $1,200 ceramic window tint options.The prices might be steep, but Kindred has built around 100 restomods so far. Each one takes 1,300 to 1,500 hours to complete, and the company operates out of a former submarine factory in Mare Island, California.In addition to the Broncos that it's highlighting at the NADA Show, the company is also preparing to launch a take on the classic Volkswagen Transporter T2 bus in April 2026. The business also builds an electric version of the 1947 to 1953 Chevrolet 3100 pickup with a 294-hp rear-wheel-drive powertrain.Ford Bronco Restomod Kindred Motorworks