1974 scout ii - $37,000

Year: 1974

Make: International

Model: Scout II

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Exterior Color: Omaha Orange

Interior Color: Black

Vehicle comes with:

- 2 sets of keys

- Service records listed below

- Clean Indiana title showing odometer exempt and no brands

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1974 International Harvester Scout II

Omaha Orange over Black | Extensively Serviced Example | Over $16,000 in Recent Service Invested

Finished in Omaha Orange over a Black interior, this 1974 International Harvester Scout II has undergone an extensive mechanical, electrical, and safety-focused recommissioning with $16,451.45 in documented professional service performed by Artisan Auto Indy in 2025.

Rather than a cosmetic restoration, this Scout was systematically sorted for drivability, reliability, and safety, with documentation supporting the investment across multiple service visits.

Highlights:

  • Omaha Orange exterior over Black interior

  • $16,451.45 in documented service work

  • Rebuilt steering column & upgraded lower steering shaft

  • Dana 20 transfer case overhaul

  • Corrected fuel system faults with multiple sender updates

  • Extensive electrical system remediation (including fire-damaged wiring repair)

  • Rough Country 2.5-inch suspension lift

  • New wheels & Cooper Discoverer AT3 all-terrain tires

  • Pioneer audio with Apple CarPlay & Siri

  • Numerous safety, lighting, and usability improvements

Service & Mechanical Reconditioning (Itemized Summary)

Steering & Controls

  • Rebuilt OEM steering column with new bearings, switches, locks, and wiring

  • Upgraded lower steering shaft with universal joints

  • New ignition switch, lock cylinder, turn signal components, and horn contacts

  • Steering wheel centered following suspension work

Electrical System

  • Fire-damaged dash and engine bay wiring repaired and updated

  • New fuse blocks, relays, wiring looms, and safety connectors installed

  • Rear body wiring repaired for proper lighting and reverse light function

  • High-beam floor switch wiring corrected

  • Marker light bulbs replaced (all four corners)

  • OEM-style LED high/low beam headlights installed

  • Gauge illumination circuits cleaned and restored

Fuel System

  • Multiple fuel level sender replacements, including upgraded Scout-specific unit

  • Correct sender-to-gauge mismatch with proper fuel gauge installation

  • Fuel line routing corrected away from exhaust heat

  • Pickup tube obstruction removed

  • Verified operation down to approximately one gallon

  • Charcoal canister installed to eliminate fuel odors

  • Holley 2-barrel carburetor professionally adjusted

Drivetrain & Chassis

  • Dana 20 transfer case removed, overhauled, and reinstalled

  • New seals, gaskets, and follow-up warranty corrections completed

  • New Spicer universal joints installed

  • Custom-built rear driveshaft installed

  • Drivetrain noise concerns addressed

Suspension, Wheels & Tires

  • Rough Country 2.5-inch lift kit installed (springs, shocks, hardware)

  • New 15x8 steel wheels

  • Cooper Discoverer AT3 all-terrain tires (265/75R15)

Interior, Safety & Convenience

  • Upgraded front seat belts with retractors installed

  • New rear seat belts installed

  • Horn wiring repaired to eliminate electrical shock issue

  • Glove box repaired with new liner installed

  • Seat tracks freed and lubricated

  • Doors adjusted for proper fit and operation

  • Soft top frame correctly reassembled and fitted

Exterior & Visibility

  • OEM-style side mirrors installed with correct mounting hardware

  • Modern wiper blade adapters fabricated and installed

  • Compact low-profile radio antenna installed

Audio & Technology

  • Pioneer in-dash multimedia head unit installed

  • Apple CarPlay & Siri functionality

  • Remote microphone installed

  • Unsafe prior stereo installation corrected

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Ownership Perspective

With $16,451.45 in documented service investment, finished in the highly desirable Omaha Orange over Black, this Scout II stands apart from typical market examples that still require sorting. The major mechanical, electrical, and safety work has already been completed, allowing the next owner to enjoy the vehicle immediately.

Complete service documentation available upon request.

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Please consider this an invitation to visit MOTORVAULT! If you have any questions or wish for more information about this vehicle or any other vehicle, please do not hesitate to contact:

Josh Stiegman - josh@motorvault.com // 317-643-1444

Brian Henry - brian@motorvault.com // 317-520-4663

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