Surprising dad with dream car he lost 50 years ago: 1967 Pontiac Firebird.

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  • @davidlindesofficial
    @davidlindesofficial 2 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    ...and I'm crying at work now.

  • @jasont7814
    @jasont7814 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Julio raised his kids the right way. What a way to say thank you.

  • @NGMonocrom
    @NGMonocrom 2 ปีที่แล้ว +248

    Back when cars had not just character, but class. Wonderful thing done for a wonderful man who sacrificed so much.

    • @thomasharrier4631
      @thomasharrier4631 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I had a 1977 olds 442 stolen. If my kids would do
      something like that. I would be doing the tailpipe.

    • @carloscortes4312
      @carloscortes4312 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Exactly! How awesome!

  • @johnny22single99
    @johnny22single99 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ABSOLUTELY----> AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! 🙂

  • @dianaevans6725
    @dianaevans6725 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How precious!!

  • @KevinClifford-y2b
    @KevinClifford-y2b 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Just lovely,what a lovely thing to do for your old dad 😊❤❤❤❤

  • @WayneJenkins-vy3rz
    @WayneJenkins-vy3rz ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So awesome! Yall are great.

  • @rverro8478
    @rverro8478 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The best thing, to make a Dad's heart, young again.

  • @chrisjeffries2322
    @chrisjeffries2322 2 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Your parents raised a good family, and you are blessed to have a father you love.

  • @Jay-v1y6z
    @Jay-v1y6z ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely Beautiful outstanding truly Incredible Great job to all involved much love❤❤

  • @thomastessier4529
    @thomastessier4529 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Saying I love you is one thing, showing you love someone is something else. Well done.

  • @cantstop21
    @cantstop21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    Can't love this enough! Julio is the epitome of what a "MAN" should strive to be. Unselfishly putting his families needs above his own. Thank you for sharing such a important relatable story. Continued blessings.

  • @phoenix77771
    @phoenix77771 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Brought tears to my eyes when I saw Julio as a young man next to his car. Well done.

  • @armandinagarcia641
    @armandinagarcia641 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are a good son and made your father happy

  • @jeffreysimmons1084
    @jeffreysimmons1084 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You Sir are a very Lucky man to have such great children

  • @jeffharkson1920
    @jeffharkson1920 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wow. That got the waterworks goin for me… I’m so happy for Julio! His smile as he drives off is everything 😁

  • @jossefjossikajit4169
    @jossefjossikajit4169 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful gift ❤ever
    You gave him
    His
    Smile back ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @cactusnalpine
    @cactusnalpine 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That smile alone makes it worth it! He has an excellent taste in cars

  • @Jefyb
    @Jefyb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I drove the same car in high school in the late 80’s, same color. That video brought a tear to my eye. Thank you

    • @Jefyb
      @Jefyb ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here. British racing green

  • @catjudo1
    @catjudo1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very cool! I bought a 70 Firebird as my first car and drove it for 5 1/2 years till I sold it. Had a lot of fun and made good memories in it. I'd love to have another one, but I am pretty sure I would want it with a/c this time around. I hope Julio is loving that car!

  • @martinoneal316
    @martinoneal316 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    And Dad is so cool...he never said a thing about the hood not having scoops... well raised family.. nobody had to tell them what the right thing to do is...they knew from being raised the right way... more people like this...!

    • @TheAlfaritos
      @TheAlfaritos  2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      He originally had the 400 manual with the mean looking scoops on the hood. Now, opted for the 326 auto because he no longer has the use of his left leg. He is unable to drive a stick. He was elated either way though and is so happy for the cruiser. Thank you for your kind words. More comments like this!

    • @hellofromrob
      @hellofromrob 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheAlfaritos So wonderful that you were able to give him back his beloved car, even though it wasn’t the exact car. I appreciate that you selected one that would suit his physical capabilities. I also had a 1967 Verdoro green Firebird that I sadly sold around 50 years ago, so this video is special to me as well. Btw, the 400 he is kneeling in front of in the photo is actually a 1968. The wrap-around front parking light started in ‘68, along with the rear side lights and the lack of front wing windows.

  • @drsmith4806
    @drsmith4806 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So awesome you were able to do that for your father

  • @jenniferg749
    @jenniferg749 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You are an incredible son to an incredible father. The smile on his face when he drove the Firebird says it all! Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful story and your wonderful family!❤️

  • @Amarillobymorning777
    @Amarillobymorning777 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Que bonito reencuentro.
    Tell your dad my history:
    In 1989 I purchased my first car , was a 1985 white Pontiac Firebird standard transmission. Drove pretty good at the mountains in Monterrey NL and around my hometown y el Nevado de Toluca. I took it to Toluca Mexico and brought my family on it .
    Round trip from Belle glade Florida.

  • @miltonfreeman2047
    @miltonfreeman2047 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just watching this shows me! That's what and how you say thanks to parents who gives you their all. 👍

  • @jayyoung5423
    @jayyoung5423 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The good Son and family! Wow my man, priceless....money cannot buy or replace the joy Dad was feeling. You are the best of Mankind...thank you good man, peace.

  • @Rob-Benny-Hill
    @Rob-Benny-Hill ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your Dad raised a respectful loving son there. You got me, right in the heart. Tears here, beautiful Full respect amigo.

  • @tommay2437
    @tommay2437 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a wonderful story ... brought tears to my eyes...

  • @davebruton5731
    @davebruton5731 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did a good job pop , you raised'em right , with LOVE .
    This is a reflection of you and your Heart . God , bless you and your family .

  • @marybourgeois5235
    @marybourgeois5235 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What WONDERFUL CHILDREN he raised!!!!!

  • @richardbutterton5954
    @richardbutterton5954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Your Dad has excellent taste in cars and he has wonderful kids. What an awesome surprise.

  • @RobUncleJeff
    @RobUncleJeff 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That was the first car I owned. Bought it in my sophomore year in college in 1975. It was a 400 4sp. I repainted it the same color as your dad's car. I shed a tear because I really miss that car.

  • @teatimetel174
    @teatimetel174 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    beautiful car video and family..thankyou for sharing this..love from Scotland

  • @xolimajola2761
    @xolimajola2761 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! Lord bless the son for making the elderly papa so happy...wow man!!!

  • @patricktoulze1274
    @patricktoulze1274 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I lost the same car 40 years ago bringing it home from storage for the winter in a stupid accident. I cry seeing this video. People are good, it give me hope!

  • @elite_skillz310
    @elite_skillz310 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When he sat in the drivers seat his face said it all. It was a weight he finally left off his shoulders after all these years 😢

  • @billydowda443
    @billydowda443 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He looked so Happy.

  • @lornablewettandlee504
    @lornablewettandlee504 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He did what a dad is supposed to do. I am amazed by that, and humbled. Well done that man.

  • @bob5074
    @bob5074 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the ABSOLUTE COOLEST way to give someone a car!! No awkward setup. Perfection!

  • @jenmarks6594
    @jenmarks6594 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Nothing makes you feel like a kid again when you're driving your favorite car! Very sweet video and Julio's reaction is so cute.

  • @jamesstark265
    @jamesstark265 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Way to go Josh, Emma and Alfaro Family! What an amazing, touching surprise. Sending Big Island Love and Aloha ❤️🌈🌴

    • @TheAlfaritos
      @TheAlfaritos  2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thanks Jimpa! A big hug to you.

  • @juancortes7898
    @juancortes7898 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That last picture of him kneeling down in fron of the care is gold.

  • @edinsyracuse1669
    @edinsyracuse1669 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Julio.....you did a great job raising your family. Be proud and drive safe.

  • @JudgeDredd_
    @JudgeDredd_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice man look at that ride! They don’t make’em like this anymore good on you bro respect ✊🏿

  • @KCGeno
    @KCGeno 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a freaking beautiful family. My gawd ...

  • @juanvillareal9610
    @juanvillareal9610 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    SURPRISE SURPRISE , You got some awesome people behind you . Very happy for you .

  • @fiolds350
    @fiolds350 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I guess you know you're a good man. When your kids do this.

  • @MrHand-ih4sz
    @MrHand-ih4sz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome. Thanks for restoring some faith in humanity. There are still good people out there.

  • @mr.g7672
    @mr.g7672 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    What a great family, glad you guys blessed your dad I’m sure he’s given his whole life of love to you all 🙏🏽💪🏽❤️

  • @joemacinnis1972
    @joemacinnis1972 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A man who has given everything for his family, is a MAN INDEED

  • @brentdoege6266
    @brentdoege6266 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love it when family listens and knows how deep losing a car has scarred. And years later loved ones heal their heart!

  • @thelarry6864
    @thelarry6864 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If that doesn't bring a tear to your eye you have no soul. Great Job!

  • @lauraayala6161
    @lauraayala6161 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Fantastic! So sweet of the family!

  • @WeeShoeyDugless
    @WeeShoeyDugless 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a wonderful gift from wonderful, appreciative kids.
    Brought a tear to an old guys eyes! 👍👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @watchgoose
    @watchgoose 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    boy, what I wouldn't give to have my 67 Pontiac GTO back again.....

  • @zaffvideos5688
    @zaffvideos5688 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    We all have that emotional connection with that special car once we owned in our younger years.
    We all don't have this son to acknowledge that bond we lost it decades ago, well done son, you are a gem.
    No one is ever too old to drive an old school V8. Enjoy.

  • @debsylvania
    @debsylvania 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    That brought tears to my eyes. What a lovely thing to do for Julio! I wish I could have done something like this for my dad. Bless you!

  • @samrock7632
    @samrock7632 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My girlfriend bought one, brand new, same color *Verdoro Green* and had B F Goodrich Red Line Tires. It had the 326 cid, high output 285 hp engine, it was quick but not as fast as my 1967 Shelby GT 350 (306hp)

  • @rushgeddy8375
    @rushgeddy8375 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wonderful, tears coming down my face

  • @starseoltd.4927
    @starseoltd.4927 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are the man. Great Son... What an enjoyment to be able to give back to your father.

  • @nightdrive_skyline2427
    @nightdrive_skyline2427 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    very well done comrade you have successfully done what will earn you the respect of the community and most importantly you have givven your dad something greater than the car, the feeling of proudness. Very well done

  • @stewpac8479
    @stewpac8479 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    67 firebird.... My favorite muscle car. Congrats

  • @rkulkarni12
    @rkulkarni12 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    These cars look phenomenal man. I can totally get why you would yearn for one.

  • @mr.freeman3199
    @mr.freeman3199 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful Josh. He clearly raised you well. Wishing you all years of good health

  • @davidstepeck2644
    @davidstepeck2644 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yay for Julio! What a wonderful family to do this for him; his smile as he drives away says it all.

  • @christophertmunro4503
    @christophertmunro4503 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    GOD BLESS JULIO ALFARO AND HIS 1967 FIREBIRD NOW & FOREVERMORE

  • @santannathegreat5167
    @santannathegreat5167 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m 42 and from the Westside of Chicago…… I’m wiping my eyes right now fam! Beautiful

  • @marksmith0209
    @marksmith0209 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Such a great way to surprise him too, I wish your family all the best in life!

  • @gdhaney136
    @gdhaney136 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this so much. Wish I could surprise my dad with his dream Ducati.

  • @markcraig4036
    @markcraig4036 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome son. Makes me think of my time in the Army. I found in a tobacco store a statue of John Wayne. My dad was a big fan. So for Father's day I bought it n sent it to him. Great gift.

  • @carlwetmore608
    @carlwetmore608 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's the fact that you found one, and rebuilt it into his dream is the amazing story behind this story! Love your elders that treated you right!

  • @nancygamez7087
    @nancygamez7087 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome family. You did a beautiful job on the car

  • @ls-kk4pq
    @ls-kk4pq ปีที่แล้ว

    That car is spectacular! And what you did for your dad was even more spectacular - weeping too.

  • @godsfavoriet4316
    @godsfavoriet4316 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful story, greetsz from the Netherlands europe

  • @elvisparker4691
    @elvisparker4691 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Freaking Awesome !!
    This kinda stuff gets me everytime !!
    Fantastic ! God Bless Dads Everywhere !

  • @mogsx
    @mogsx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This is beautiful Josh! You’re a great and great human being! Glad to call you a friend!

    • @TheAlfaritos
      @TheAlfaritos  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love you brother. Glad you’re family!

  • @ilblues
    @ilblues ปีที่แล้ว

    What a wonderful story and amazing gift of love you gave! My first car (1973) was a 1968 Pontiac Firebird 350 in black with red interior. My parents made me sell it the fall of '74 after my 2nd accident in it. I tracked it down once in the mid 80s with intent to buy it back, but the owner wouldn't part with it. I've seen a few since then, but none with that color combination. The 1968 came with a 350 base and the 400 with hood scoops. Mine had a fold down rear seat to a platform that worked well for transporting my guitars and amps to band practice. I think about that car often. All I have left are a few photos. And the dime-sized cigarette burn I put in the drivers seat. It was a head turner and sounded great with glass packs and side pipes.

  • @Lonepatriot69
    @Lonepatriot69 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great looking dad guys.Car is awesome too🙏💯

  • @jeffreymanestar5319
    @jeffreymanestar5319 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Not sure how I got here but I'm glad I did. What a touching story. Thank u

  • @nikhilkaarthik714
    @nikhilkaarthik714 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enough to make grown men cry 😭 cars are just something else! Not just moving objects to go somewhere

  • @notintohandles
    @notintohandles ปีที่แล้ว

    You are a good man. And a fine son. Any father would be proud of you! But yours is most deserving.

  • @MICROMEDIXCORP
    @MICROMEDIXCORP 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys did good, Josh.. Really, really good..

  • @BlackKnight-ll8qh
    @BlackKnight-ll8qh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful, needs the scoop hood

  • @caseymeyer5773
    @caseymeyer5773 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome!!!! I've always dreamed of giving my dad his dream car (1970 Roadrunner) Congrats to you and him.

  • @unclejim2330
    @unclejim2330 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh hell yeah. That brought a tear. 👍🕺🏻🇺🇸

  • @Paul-lm5gv
    @Paul-lm5gv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nicely done! Love is such a wonderful thing.

  • @guarache258
    @guarache258 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    beautiful story awesome ending , Mr Julio you are the men , congratulations . pura raza

  • @norseman5041
    @norseman5041 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a wonderful family. Happy he got his car back, imagine the feeling.

  • @SuperSAMAORI
    @SuperSAMAORI 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow that was so awesome.what beautiful people you guys are for doing that for dad.

  • @briana3467
    @briana3467 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was only 15 when my dad died., sadly too young to have done anything great for him like this. Bless you for showing him your appreciation in such a big way.

  • @M19180
    @M19180 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I lost my dad before i became good financially...couldnt pay him back anything....i love u dad wherever u are...ill try to be with my kids as good as u was

  • @googoo-gjoob
    @googoo-gjoob ปีที่แล้ว

    the Car Show was a very nice touch.

  • @christianjensen3182
    @christianjensen3182 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My first car (1977-1980) was a 67 Firebird convertible 326, 3spd MT. Not to be too nit picky but the old picture of Julio with his car was a 68 Firebird (turn signal/running light is different and lack of vent windows).

  • @-Lee-il4gs
    @-Lee-il4gs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a wonderful man, dad, person, pops, you're their hero and congratulations on your new/lost and recovered dream car. Have all the fun in the world viejuito and God bless you 🙏 greetings from El Paso Tx

  • @joboiecruiser
    @joboiecruiser 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great story, great video, great family. And one of my favorite cars in my top 10 list.

  • @rgc1961
    @rgc1961 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What gratitude! What a family!

  • @jonathanbethards3689
    @jonathanbethards3689 ปีที่แล้ว

    That car is tough. Helluva family.

  • @jimford1447
    @jimford1447 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was awesome and the bond in such a beautiful family !

  • @ponchorizo1031
    @ponchorizo1031 ปีที่แล้ว

    My dad had a 70s Maverick and I've been looking for one to bring back memories for him.

  • @tedroybal5231
    @tedroybal5231 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I miss my dad!