Modern America may seem obsessed with luxurious SUVs, but that wasn't always the case. If we rewind the clock, it's clear that we also had a penchant for simple, basic offerings. Instead of leather interiors, smart infotainment systems, and automatic everything, utilitarian products like the Jeep CJ5 and original Ford Bronco had all-terrain tires, four-speed manual transmissions, and little else.
Those two time-tested nameplates weren't alone either, as competing directly against them was the almost-agricultural
International Scout. Produced between 1961 and 1980, at which point the Scout was discontinued, the Scout was the perfect runabout for farmers and ranchers, designed as it was to "replace the horse" (via Hagerty). Needless to say, replacing the horse didn't require much in the way of creature comforts to be fitted; the International Scout was instead geared toward traversing uneven terrain, reliable running, and just generally being something rural workers could depend upon.
Despite the utilitarian simplicity of the Scout, the model is no longer seen as just a tool; instead, it's a cherished classic with fans who are willing to spend serious time and money restoring and modifying the super-simple 4x4. Many have ended up in scrapyards over the years, predominantly due to a lack of rust-proofing, but those that have survived now command relatively high prices, especially when in good condition. The 1964 Scout in particular, which hails from the first run of Scout models produced until 1965, commands an average price of $23,369 according to sale data collected from Classic.com.
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How Much Other Versions Of The Scout Cost In 2025
In the Scout world, the '64 Scout 80 is actually quite affordable. The priciest series of Scout is the Scout II, produced from '71 through to '80, which trades hands on average for $36,339. One possible reason why the Scout II sells for more than earlier versions is that International had started rust-proofing during the Scout II's production run, ensuring they're likely in better condition than earlier Scouts. Scout IIs are more usable, too, thanks to larger engines and better interiors.
Looking at prices from Classic.com, which collects sale data from various auction sites to provide reliable current estimates, we can see that pre-'65 Scout 80 models sell on average for $29,007 -- notably higher than '64 models specifically. The later Scout 800 models from '65 through to '71 fetch prices much closer to that of the Scout II, with an average price of $35,400.
However, the big prices are reserved for modified examples, with Classic.com indicating an average price of $69,425 for "custom" examples. Of course, it all depends on the modifications, but it's apparent that collectors are willing to shell out the big bucks for very well-executed restomod Scouts. Scout Motors is now back in business and focusing on building electrified models, but only time will tell if they will enjoy the same enthusiastic fanbase in the future that the classic International models do today.
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