I spent 50k on a 2023 Silverado after driving Tacomas for years. I had it one year and sold it. I’m a retired trucker, I missed shifting and the truck ride so I searched around and found a very rust free 83 Chevy 3/4 ton, manual transmission, 4wd 8’ bed all stock. What a pleasure to drive, never going back.
I’m thinking of doing the something. I have a beautiful 2022 Silverado that I bought brand new and I really don’t like it! The way it drives, all the electronics, how overly complex everything on the truck is, I just want a basic truck and no one makes them anymore. So I’ve been looking at old trucks for sale a lot lately lol!
@@joshuanorton5891200000 miles per engine that almost definitely costs under a thousand and is swapped in and out in a couple of hours taking your time
They are heavy built engines with few real weaknesses. Low tech enough to be easy enough to diagnose and fix yourself in most cases but high tech enough to be a modern electronic controlled engine. All of the best big truck engines were also produced around the same time...Detroit Series 60, Cummins N14, CAT 3406e/C15. Modern ECU controlled engines with zero emissions controls. A 5.9 common rail Cummins with an NV5600 behind it would be my close second choice or maybe that's a toss up.
I went ahead and shelled out a little extra cash to get myself a really clean 97 7.3 and could not be happier! I still spend less than half the price of a new truck, and I get more compliments on driving around a cool old truck than I would spending money on a new one. I can also take the money I would have spent on a newer truck and just put it into modifying it, and doing maintenance on my 97. Cool truck man, and great video!
Old truck that looks sharp and still gets after it 20-30 years later always draws attention. Hard to beat the diesel smell and noise of an older one. Then you throw in some waxed paint and polished aluminum and guys really go nuts.
To piss off people that buy new trucks, especially F250 owners, talk about towing stuff with your truck. They get upset knowing you can do basically anything their truck can do, but you payed a 10th, or possibly a 20th of what they payed and dont have payments. And you know how your truck works.
Have an F350SD. It turns 26 in January, has just under 200K. Everything works, 4wd, crew cab and came with a Warn bumper/winch combo. Bought it from an estate, $5500 (in '20), and used it to move our household across the country. A new version is over $100K-
I still drive a 99 Dodge Dakota Sport that I swapped the 5.2 for a healthy 5.9 V8 and I love it. It has the basic comforts (power windows/locks, keyless entry, A/C, bluetooth, etc). I’m not scared to get dents or scratches on it and it goes everywhere I want it to!
1997 Dakota sport here. Pulls my boat and does truck stuff....... paid $750 10 years ago and Im still using it. The problem is the seats. The drivers is completely worn out. I cant find new seat foam for it anywhere and all the junk yard seats are just as bad. Im thinking of maybe putting some aftermarket racing seats in it.
@@davids.9834 I can't possibly believe that foam for your seat would be that difficult to come by. There's TH-camrs that can impart some help on this I'm sure.
@@davids.9834 Take it an upholstery shop. A good one will easily be able to do their own foam & upholstery. You'll probably spend just as much as you did on the whole truck, but you'll spend 100% of your time driving it while sitting on them.
My first BMW was $250 and it was awesome. The most expensive vehicle I've ever purchased was still $18k cheaper than the cheapest new F-150. These vehicles aren't "nice" but you don't buy them to be "nice". I could still get new parts for my 1980s cars when I had them. The key is - if you have the space and the ability, you can save a LOT of money. Keep it up!
I have a 1996 Ford F150 with a 5.0L (302) Windsor V8 with 211,000 miles and still going strong, the only things I replaced on my truck was the starter, the rear fuel pump, and the power steering megunisum but other than that mostly was just simple maintenance, took out the transmission fluid just to get rid of the shuttering it was making and it hasn't had a problem ever since.
These 5.0 engines are great. Had one in an '86 F150. Not buried under a ton of plastic and crap you have to remove to even find the engine. Only complaint about older trucks is that they are noisy on the freeway, lots of wind noise.
That is a beautiful truck you have there sir. Can’t beat the sound of those 7.3 powerstrokes. I couldn’t agree more with you in this video. They just built stuff different back then. Earlier this year I bought a 93 F-Super Duty flatbed with an NA 7.3 IDI, a ZF5 manual transmission, and a Dana 80 rear differential with a 4.63 gear ratio. This truck had sat for 5 years, but just needed some love and maintenance to get up and running again. It’s not as clean as yours on the interior, but the exterior is in amazing shape. Since I got it running reliably, I just do regular inspections, washes, and fresh coats of undercoat, and it is just a solid, reliable, tough workhorse. I now have it set up with all my tools and am driving it 5 days a week as a mobile mechanic service truck for the company I work for. It’s not fast by any means but it drives smooth, always fires right up, and just overall runs like a tank, and I couldn’t be happier. Sure it has issues here and there as any old vehicle would but like you mentioned, they are far cheaper to fix as well as easier, especially since I have all the tools to do the job and vehicles were built simpler back then without so much electronic garbage.
I couldn’t agree more! I am so glad to hear that you have a wonderful machine to keep you going down the road. It’s a special bond with these Fords, we need a little help and they do too over the years. But in the end it’s all well worth it. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your truck!
Everybody wants 4x4 so the 2wd's are usually a bargain. IF you can find one of those that's still in halfway straight shape and they aren't asking stupid money for it. Safety/convenience features and the creature comforts are really what sells the new stuff. And most people are just lazy and don't want to be bothered fixing and maintaining vintage stuff. I have a 99 I still run and TBH it costs me money and headaches all the time fixing and updating major components and subsystems. Clutch, transmission, driveline, rear axle, all the wheels and tires, all the brakes....list goes on. Needs a $1000 overhaul of the A/C, needs new ball joints, injectors I's like to get to at some point. On the other hand the new stuff is a $1000 payment forever and there is nothing from any of them that I have complete confidence enough in to sign up for that.
I absolutely agree. One of the reasons these vehicles are / were more affordable is the regulations. DEF, lane assist, adaptive cruise, a third brake light and so much more drives up the prices for consumers. As you said a little bit of maintenance is a welcome replacement to the forever payment. Thank you for your comment.
Same here w/ my 97 Silverado, but those major repairs will likely have to be done only once. My truck was my Dads so extra motivation for me to care for it.
Drive a 95 k2500 I bought when I moved to our little homestead 2 years ago. Prior to, 2 wheel drive was all I ever had or needed and personally, they’re what I prefer. The only time I’ve used 4wd is to get up the dirt driveway after a good rain.
Yep. I just picked up a 97 F250 HD for about 1/3 of what a nice 4x4 would cost. Zero rust, low miles and an original Banks system installed by Banks themselves. I replaced the driver side window motor, the dipstick seal and bought some tires. It doesn't leak a drop and drives as smooth as butter. It won't be long until you can't even find these things anymore.
The older something is, the easier it is to fix. *But also:* The older something is, the more fixing/work/maintenance it will need. HUGE FAN OF OBS FORDS, GREAT VIDEO!
The 7.3L trucks (both OBS and SD) were limited on towing due to the receiver ford put on being an undersized one. Those trucks are overbuilt and more than capable of towing well over 10,000 pounds if you swap the receiver out for a heavier duty one. Sweet truck though!
@, the super duties have 4 wheel disc brakes. As long as you have trailer brakes and a working brake controller and don’t drive like a jackass then you’ll be able to pull and stop over 10,000 pounds just fine. The OBS trucks are disc/drum setup so still plenty capable of pulling heavy loads, just have to give yourself plenty of stopping distance as any good operator would.
I still got my late pops 94 Chevy K1500 4x4 with original miles of 146 000 and still running strong sure it could use a nice paint job but that's just lipstick and no real minor rust issues ac could stand to be fixed but for now windows down is fine by me !! Just proper regular maintenance and rotation of the new tires makes it the perfect daily driver !!!
Nice truck! I drive a 1998 ram 5.9 gas 4X4 w 150K on the clock! I’ve had it for about 15 years, paid 8k 4 it & it does everything I NEED it 2 do, I could give a crap about “small” dings & dents, although I have fixed it twice b4 because of someone hitting me in the parking lot (hit & run) & the wife not seeing a HUGE pole in the parking lot, (huge dents obviously bother me) because she is so clean otherwise, but no heated seats, has vinyl floors, roll down windows, no back up camera, etc, but I love her & I assume I’ll pass it along 2 my kids & she more than likely will still b running!
I updated my '99 F250SD extended cab with new doors, bed, and rolling frame. The engine, transmission, and transfer case have only 125000 miles and are in great shape. Total cost with any needed sheet metal repair and fresh paint was $24K, and everyone says it looks brand new. I only put 5000 miles per year on it and is garage kept so it should last for many more years. Definitely cheaper than $55-60K for a new one and I get to keep my old truck.
I have a 2022 RAM 2500 4x4 Hemi crew-cab after I donated a 2008 Nissan Titan to a grandson. Purchased new from dealer inventory. Used as a daily driver with occasionally hauling and no towing. Road trips are very nice.
I get people trying to buy my 98 half ton chevy all the time. It came up for auction at the local fire department, bought it for a song, and it's been a great workhorse. Straight body, rust free, and fire engine red. I put it to work landscaping, hauling furniture and lumber, and my motorcycle fits perfectly in the back unlike with these newer micro-bed trucks.
Ugh I tried the whole old truck thing. Was keeping mine alive for alot of years. 250k miles and it was great overall but needed LOTS of parts. I finally gave in and got a newer truck with zero regrets. 2022 7.3 gas 10 speed. Quiet, great power, smooth. I tow 10+k miles a year and do tons of 4+ hrs drives. You just can't beat a new truck for that use case. If I was more local it would be a different story potentially. Good video, nice truck my man
Hey thank you very much and thanks for commenting! I agree, with your utility it’s beneficial to get something new and pull like crazy with it. If you were staying close to home and not using it everyday then sure old is gold!
@zacflyer99 i actually kept the old truck and use it locally. I have promised myself I'll never put a trailer hitch in it but I'll say it's the absolute perfect rig for random home depot runs, literally getting groceries, and commuting to work in when I feel like it to keep miles off the new truck.
I agree, I own a 2004 Ford Excursion, my son and I totally did a restoration. The money I saved by doing this. Was into the thousands which it’s in my savings, not paying a ridiculous amount of money for a new one.The new stuff is junk, computer on wheels.The Excursion now gets a lot of attention. It’s basically a F250 SUV three row seating with all the pulling power needed. Can haul or pull anything in its class. Seating for 8 adults. This truck will most likely last longer than the new stuff. The money spent to do a restoration would be a good down payment on a new truck. Plus I can fix my truck if needed. The new stuff, the dealer has to be involved at a very high expense. Love this Excursion.
I worked for a local school district in the maintenance dept for thirty -five years. Went through five plow trucks and one of my favorites was a 1992 F350. 460 automatic with 4.10 axles. Just a beast of a truck.
I really wish we had these here in europe. Sometimes i really need a truck bed with that size. I know newer models are easily available , but a bit more expensive like you showed in the video. A simple, cheap and reliable old truck would be perfect for me.
I have a 1986 F250 which came with a 460 which I swapped out for a Isuzu diesel fork truck engine in 1994 and it is still running strong. The 460 had tons of power but only got 10 MPG with mid grade gas. The diesel gets 21 MPG but does not nearly have the same power.
WOW! I agree, keeping your money in the bank and drive that proven old gold. I do my own maintenance and have an excellent mechanic shop up the road to do repairs on my vehicles when needed. Carry On Sir! "
My next truck will be older. Currently in a 2013 F150 5.0. Its a solid truck still at 261k miles. I cant complain. Low maintenance, just routine stuff aside from a water pump and a lead frame in the trans. Overall been a good truck, but I have no intention of going newer, I'll go back to a 90s or 80s truck when the time comes. I'm for sure not getting myself pickled with an ecoboost. No thanks. N/A V8 for me always
1994 Ford 350 351w here, truck still putting in work with 387k miles,,with original transmission. 3rd starter, 2nd alternator, new sway bars ,new arms,new shocks, main gaskets replace, oil change every 6k miles, spark plugs every 20k miles, air filters every 10k miles. Truck running strong
I got a 94 Ranger, does everything I need it to. I'd love to have a 90s f250 with 4 doors and a long bed, one day. I've only had to do minor repairs and cosmetic changes to my truck. Like stock headlights but the custom clear ones, 06 mirrors, and a lift kit
I think it really all comes down to a persons needs. I have a few old trucks and a few new ones. For my business I can’t expect the old ones to reliably hit the daily demands. Pulling 7 tons of rock in my dump trailers or towing equipment. However in the same breath. I’d say the majority of people who are driving these new trucks and contributing to driving the prices up by skewing consumer demands. Would be much better off financially with an older truck for diy projects and a car to daily drive. I just say that as there are too many features on these new trucks and who are they really appealing to? For the price of the do it all/family hauler truck. Could buy 2 work base model trucks. It’s just gotten way out of hand. Thanks for the video. Always great to see older trucks being cared for.
Last January I bought my first real truck. My first classic, first manual, first dually, and first flatbed. 1984 GMC C2500 350 SBC/Muncie SM465 for $5,750. Sure, it needs parking brake cables, a wiring harness, and the engine re-gasketed, but I'll never go back to the newer monstrosities.
My newest pick😢is an 02 Chevy, but my daily driver got winter when it's too cold to ride a motorcycle, is a '79 GMC 2-wheel half ton with a manual transmission and a straight 6 in it. Near 200,000 miles, bought it in '81. Granted, I live in a rural area, no traffic and gravel roads the three miles to work. I tell the kids it will be their inheritance. Not so thrilled lol.
I have a Ford F250 XLT, 4WD. 460 V8. I have around 120000 miles on it, still a great truck. I can pull my trailer with 4 wheeler's to the woods easily. I get a lot of compliments on it.
Why does everyone prefer to look at the past through Rose colored glasses? I remember when these 90s trucks came out. Everyone said they were junk and they wanted their old 60s and 70s trucks. I own the 94 F250 4 x 4 with the 460 and 8 foot bed. I couldn’t wait to get rid of that thing. It had the turning radius of the Queen Mary I now drive a new F150 XLT crew cab and it is twice the truck of course it cost three times as much lol. That being said I love my 93 lightning pick up.
Sounds like you have seen it all! I personally have only been around since the late 90s so I can’t attest to opinions that emerged when these were new vehicles.
I have a 1996 f250 4WD I am the 2nd owner had 42,000 when I bought it around 135,000 on it now 5.8 5sp w granny and OD I love the stick put a 10.25 Eaton tru trac in the rear and Dana 50 w/a Yukon Grizzly in the front put a dually kit on the rear. of course a lot of body rot fleetside rotted off installed a flatbed it is an XLT I have had it for 26 years hope to have it till the day I pass. I have had people still wanting to buy it I always smile and say "no!"
This makes me want an even earlier OBS Ford with the 7.3 IDI and a manual transmission, with manual 4WD. I already have a 2004 Chevy Suburban 1500 LT, it's my 'nice truck' and the cost and complexity of the electrical components shows that. The master window switch has a $200 core charge! A $200 core on a window switch! I can't imagine how much a newer vehicle will cost when they're out of warranty. I like my old 2009 Camry LE, 2004 Chevy and 1966 Oldsmobile. Won't ever catch me buying new!
100% agree. The guys at work have $40, $50, $60k trucks and my 96 f250 460 w 140k miles was $4k. Sometimes they laugh sometimes they smile w envy of my paid off, reliable, cool classic truck.
I owned a '85 F150 5.0 fuel injection two trucks ago, and it was good reliable transportation. My thoughts are that the Powerstroke is well known and sorted at this point. I don't think you can go wrong with that engine, but many used to have issues with Powestroke auto transmissions. Maybe at this point, many have been updated/bullet-proofed, but back in the day 80,000-100,000 rebuilds were common. I found that the onboard diagnostics of the pre OBD Ford FI gasser trucks kinda suck. I'd rather have to sort an issue with a '97 and up Ford rather than a '96 and down gasoline fuel injected Ford. It is great to have the option of hitting a pick-n-pull to find the parts to keep your truck on the road cheap. Common is good, and the F-series is very common. Personally I think the '15-'17 6-speed F150 is the truck to have. I prefer the 5.0, but I currently have a 2.7, and it's a great engine. 3.5 tows heavy the best, but its the most problem prone of the three optional engines. These trucks easily tow as heavy as a 80's-mid 90's 3/4 ton, and it's pretty easy to get 20mpg unloaded with them. They are modern enough with phone integration and modern safety features. I see good solid trucks listed for $8,000-$15,000 pretty often. Take care of the frame with lanolin grease or boiled linseed oil, and they'll never rust out. I doubt we'll see these trucks in a pick-n-pull for a few years, but I do see some other Ford's of this era in PNP's, and there is some parts overlap.
Nice truck! Sounds like a great deal all thing considered. You can beat a good old-school truck. Plus those 7.3L Powerstroke engines are legendary. They have mean distinctive sound as well. The Cummins in the first and second generation dodge Rams was another good engine. Both engines sound the way diesels should in my opinion. Trucks were built with utility first in mind. Now they are overcomplicated, less reliable, with too many bells and whistles. They are mostly large luxury vehicles. All you really need in a work vehicle is the basics, heat, A/C, radio, and a means to roll the windows up and down. Not everyone needs wifi, infotainment, leather heated seats, or the rest of the luxury garbage..
I have a 95 f150. Single cab, 302, auto, 2wd, long bed. I cant see me ever buying a newer truck. My truck at work is a 2020 silverado. More power and better mpg than my f150....but something about my f150 that feels right. It's a lot of stuff. Like the door "click" that you mentioned. It just feels like it's got a better quality than anything newer. Mine is an XLT so I have AC, PW and PL. I added good speakers and Bluetooth. What else do I need?
I have my Dad's 1993 F150XL, single cab longbed with the 4.9L straight 6 and auto trans. Manual crank windows, but does have A/C now that I have replaced it. The after market radio crapped out. Don't know what happened to the OEM radio. 94K miles on the clock and I have about $2K into it. Needs some more sorting about $1K to $2k more. For less than $5K, I have an excellent truck and didn't have to take out a mortgage for a new one.
I live in a small farming town and if you drive a new truck, you’re just another person that finance and another payment or you could be a rich farmer, but the fact that most people are paycheque to paycheque and if you need to buy a new truck to impress people well most likely everyone knows how much you make. It’s a small town if you work for the RM or if you work for the welding shop, we know how much you make so buying $100,000 truck doesn’t really impress people. It just makes us think damn you can buy a house less town for $50,000. Why would you buy a truck for 100
My van is getting old. I went to look at a new pick up. They were all UGLY and cost more than I paid for my first house. That convinced me to restore my 1985 C-10. I've collected most of the parts, now I need to clean out the garage. Good Luck, Rick
@@shorelineECO I don't have the camera nor the know how to do that. My cell phone is an old flip phone. If I could do videos, I would do ones on old fashioned camping techniques that I learned as a Boy Scout 60 years ago. I was a Wilderness Survival Merit Badge Counselor for many years and went through the survival course in the Army so, I would include that too. Good Luck, Rick
I have a 2001 Jeep WJ Laredo 4.0L 178,000 miles. Was a money pit at first, but once all the issues were solved. Lots of things you can fix yourself. It will probably outlive me. lol
Honestly, I 100% agree with this video. People can complain all they like that older trucks are dated looking or whatever, but the old stuff gets the job done cheaper, and in my opinion, a lot of them are built tougher back in the day. And in my opinion, newer trucks are also a terrible idea maintenance-wise. The newer the truck, the more computerized and high tech it will most likely be. That might be impressive initially, but when your super-duper-computer-fied bells and whistles come flying apart, it'll be more difficult and expensive to fix than a 70s pickup that has not much more than a battery. And besides, the older trucks look way better.
I'm keeping my 1988 Mazda B2200 Cab Plus (232K), my 1998 Nissan Frontier (281K), and my 2004 Nissan Frontier King Cab (122K). All have AC, 4-cylinder, and 5 speed.
I used to have a 93 Ford Explorer but I wore it completely Out to the point that it wasn't practical to fix anymore That will be the fate of all these 90s ford's if you just keep on Driving them there not bullet Proof or special you just love it Like I loved my explorer you Should really be saving this Truck rather than daily driving It because in ten years that Trucks going to be pretty Rare where losing tons of Them every year.
Luckily I am doing my best to save her. A little at a time here and there. I drive my Honda accord on the daily to help save fuel cost and keep miles off the truck. I know you loved the Explorer!
My last two trucks have been white '97 F-250HD XL RCLB 2wd 351w ZF5 S47 and a '94 F-250 RCLB 2wd 393w stroker AFR heads headers Lightinin lower Explorer upper 70mm TB converted to Mustang SMPEFI with a built ZF5 S42 with Lightning seates and factory Alcoa 16s. Undoubtedly they are better than anything built today and I wouldn't traded them for anything new. The Diesels, 300 I6 and 460 are all pretty good engines. I feel that the roller 351w and ZF5 is the best if all worlds. Plenty of power and tq but, not too strong to break themselves or break the driveline, will run 300-400k without a re build, decent economy, easy to worknon and maintain, plenty of aftermarket support, plenty of power potential, tough. As long as they dont get rusty or wrecked they are lifetime trucks they can do anything I need them to do, tow ir haul anything I need them too. Next best thing would be a '99-'07 GMT800 2500/3500 with a 6.0 or 8.1 abd a 4L80/85e, NV4500 or ZF6 S-650. Anything after that I am not imoressed. Mayve an Express HD GM Van or HD GM pickup with a fuxed cam timing fulltime 8 cylinder L96 6.0L or 6.6L L8T gas with a 6L90e or Ford Super Duty or E-series Cutaway 6.2L, 6.8L or 7.3L Godzilla gas 6R140 trans might last. Maybe find a Super Duty 5.4L 6.8L with a ZF5 or S6-650 manual modular bolt pattern and swap a 6.8 or 7.3L gas in it. I dont trust the 10 speed autos and very few autos period, the 4R100 was no C6, the C6 was no TF727 or TH400 or TH475, the manuals trans and hydraulic roller pushrod V8s in 3/4T+ trucks are the best way to go for a lifetime truck or a Cummins swap.
Just theoretically speaking, you could replace the engine, replace all steering/driving components and suspension, replace the tires, restore the interior for about $20,000 or less, including the price of the truck. You would have a truck that rides/performs like new and has character for a quarter of the price of some of these new trucks that are guaranteed to have big problems before you pay it off.
I agree and disagree. That truck was largely designed in the 70s. Same frame and basic cab from 1979 to 1996 ( and beyond for the HDs). The sweet spot imo for Fors is the jellybean trucks with a plain 2v 4.6 and the gmt800 and 900s for chevy.
I just got a 2012 Ram 4x4 hemi in a trade (about 9k). A new one is 45-50k and they don't sell the hemi anymore. You can't even buy the same truck new if you wanted to. I also have a 2019 classic with a hemi I got new. Never selling these.
I love mine, but there are two issues. The first is the seats SUCK. Modern seats with multi adjustment and power lumbar are so nice to have (and a royal biatch to move into an old truck). The second is while the metals hold up, the plastics dont, and good luck finding replacements. All my dash buttons are taped to a wooden board because nobody makes a replacement for the faux wood trim they screwed into, which got brittle with age.
I have a 2003 Dakota RT and wouldn't trade it for one of these modern trucks filled with electronic gadgets destined to fail. In fact I wish this truck had manual windows because I've never seen manual windows fail. So much of this stuff is unnecessary like power seats. Not only are power seats slower than manual ones, the gadgetry takes up space where you could put an amp. This truck is a work of art, even the Ram, from which this truck got its styling, has become a design-by-committee yawner when it comes to styling. Plus, it doesnt have an engine designed to shut off at redlights and intersections.
Don’t forget about all those terrible emissions systems on the new trucks that end up destroying it within a few years, that is the biggest deal breaker for me on the new stuff
If I need a truck bad enough, I'm importing a JDM pickup. 'Nuff said. At the price point for a base-model Maverick, it's clear what the better option is.
You don't need new trucks unless you want to tow heavier loads. Old diesel trucks have the same towing capacity as the newer half ton gas trucks and even higher with newer diesel trucks. But yes pre dpf trucks are the coolest thing to own problem is they are also expensive to buy for what they are.
Sound of the 7.3 starting is unmatched, and the door closing noise is better than sex. You did not mention the eight foot bed makes it able to actually be usable as a truck compared to the five and six foot beds of today. Speaking of that, forget a bedliner----a few loads of gravel and actually using that bed and the rust disappears. Bedliners are for people that don't use their truck bed. Also those headlights are atrocious, and will clean up real well.
Gotta 96 dodge ram 4x4 long bed club cab new,now has only110k miles only used for towing 3500# 19' boat, 2 snowmobiles & work. Only changed water pump and l front cvc joint. 5.2 w Dana 44,s. Really a great old truck.
My friend buys new diesels. He modifies them some not and they give him problems. He has 15,000 in wheels and tires. i got a 2003 salvage ford ranger 4x4 4.o 5 speed. i got 6,500 in it after i fixed it 11 years ago, with 50,000 miles. I have 150,000 on it now and it is still nice. My friend offered me 4,500 for it.
I have to agree that new trucks suck the last time I bought a truck was in 1995 and hell I still own her shes a 1995 f150 long bed 5-speed with the 300 inline 6 and she has 310k on her and I still drive her 2 or 3 times a week she's a great truck. Wouldn't trade her for anything else. If I remember correctly I paid just over 16k new for her. Has 145hp and 235tq and a towing capacity of 7,500lb she's been made to pull more 😉 doesn't sound like much but this truck will pull the gates of hell off. She gets the dirty taken care of and looks great doing it. These trucks are the back bone of America. Most new trucks are just body movers with the non existent beds. OMG my door is not split like that I've never seen that before lol I have friends with these girls and there doors are not split.
If you can find an honest mechanic and keep up with maintenance there’s no reason to keep a well made truck like a Ford, Chevy, or Toyota for >30 years.
I totally agree that old trucks are better. They are built better and stronger. They also don't have all of the tech in it, so less that can go wrong. They are easier to repair. One other thing, the triangle windows are called " vent widows "..
based. I have a 5.3L 2000 GMC. best 2k I ever spent. It was built in October of 99, so its just recently 25 years old. Those were the golden years of pickups, I honestly believe that, it was all down hill from there in overall value. It's VERY reliable, i've done minimal work to this truck and when something breaks, i do the work myself no matter what it is, and Im not a mechanic.
Not all mine but at the family farm we have a 1999 f350 v10 185,000 miles. 1992 f250 5.8 (gutless as all hell) 217,000 miles. 1992 f350 5.8 (again gutless as all hell) 120,000 miles. 2003 f350 v10 190,000 miles. 2010 f350 v10 170,000 miles. 2011 f250 6.2 114,000 miles. Little to no issues with any of them. I daily a 2011 f150 5.0 with 145,000 miles but I'm considering getting a 2024 ranger with the 2.7 ecoboost. I'm probably stupid to do so tho.
In Cuba many people still use cars from the 1950s because that's all that's available. Mechanics there are ingenious by necessity. There's no reason we Americans can't do the same thing with trucks from the 1980s and 1990s.
There good trucks I own 2 both 7.3 unfortunately there older and some parts can’t be sourced for a decent price I’ve bought complete trucks just to pull 1 part off of it because the part was so expensive online
Rebuilding a 1992 F250 XLT. A lot cheaper than the new overpriced new ones. 7.3 diesel with a 5speed ZF as those E4OD were too pricey as a reman. More fun and will outlast the new ones
I spent 50k on a 2023 Silverado after driving Tacomas for years. I had it one year and sold it. I’m a retired trucker, I missed shifting and the truck ride so I searched around and found a very rust free 83 Chevy 3/4 ton, manual transmission, 4wd 8’ bed all stock. What a pleasure to drive, never going back.
I’m thinking of doing the something. I have a beautiful 2022 Silverado that I bought brand new and I really don’t like it! The way it drives, all the electronics, how overly complex everything on the truck is, I just want a basic truck and no one makes them anymore. So I’ve been looking at old trucks for sale a lot lately lol!
Right on
I feel you. Just left my Kenworth, my HD 2500 4X4 Silverado..... now I scoot around on my ass in my Tacoma 4 banger. I do miss 18 gears.
Bought a 1981 F-100 in May of 81 and am still driving it daily. 600,000 miles and the third engine. Ellis
That’s awesome, thanks for sharing
3rd engine 😂. Might be time to realize American automobiles are crap
@@joshuanorton5891200000 miles per engine that almost definitely costs under a thousand and is swapped in and out in a couple of hours taking your time
that beast 7.3 will still be going long after any new truck will ever last
I agree, and intend to make sure it happens with regular maintenance.
They are heavy built engines with few real weaknesses. Low tech enough to be easy enough to diagnose and fix yourself in most cases but high tech enough to be a modern electronic controlled engine. All of the best big truck engines were also produced around the same time...Detroit Series 60, Cummins N14, CAT 3406e/C15. Modern ECU controlled engines with zero emissions controls. A 5.9 common rail Cummins with an NV5600 behind it would be my close second choice or maybe that's a toss up.
So long as he can keep a trans behind it, it doesnt rust or get wrecked.
Dout it I've had them all I'll bet My 6.7 will be running just fine
@@stevenbrooks1243 not likely
I went ahead and shelled out a little extra cash to get myself a really clean 97 7.3 and could not be happier! I still spend less than half the price of a new truck, and I get more compliments on driving around a cool old truck than I would spending money on a new one. I can also take the money I would have spent on a newer truck and just put it into modifying it, and doing maintenance on my 97. Cool truck man, and great video!
Thank you very much, glad to hear you are also in the 7.3 club! I know you must be loving it.
Old truck that looks sharp and still gets after it 20-30 years later always draws attention. Hard to beat the diesel smell and noise of an older one. Then you throw in some waxed paint and polished aluminum and guys really go nuts.
There's nothing like a Ford truck 😎
Totally agree. 97 ram 12valve owner. Repairing and reliability for the win! Heck buy a whole truck for parts cheap too!
Absolutely, junkyard too!
To piss off people that buy new trucks, especially F250 owners, talk about towing stuff with your truck. They get upset knowing you can do basically anything their truck can do, but you payed a 10th, or possibly a 20th of what they payed and dont have payments. And you know how your truck works.
Me too! 97!
You can but legally you cant if you try towing 15k and hit someone good bye insurance company @frydemwingz
Have an F350SD. It turns 26 in January, has just under 200K. Everything works, 4wd, crew cab and came with a Warn bumper/winch combo. Bought it from an estate, $5500 (in '20), and used it to move our household across the country. A new version is over $100K-
Heck of a buy for the money and utility you gained.
I still drive a 99 Dodge Dakota Sport that I swapped the 5.2 for a healthy 5.9 V8 and I love it. It has the basic comforts (power windows/locks, keyless entry, A/C, bluetooth, etc). I’m not scared to get dents or scratches on it and it goes everywhere I want it to!
Best kind of vehicle is one that you can use guilt free and not worry about! Thanks for commenting!
1997 Dakota sport here. Pulls my boat and does truck stuff....... paid $750 10 years ago and Im still using it. The problem is the seats. The drivers is completely worn out. I cant find new seat foam for it anywhere and all the junk yard seats are just as bad. Im thinking of maybe putting some aftermarket racing seats in it.
@@davids.9834 I can't possibly believe that foam for your seat would be that difficult to come by. There's TH-camrs that can impart some help on this I'm sure.
@@davids.9834 Take it an upholstery shop. A good one will easily be able to do their own foam & upholstery. You'll probably spend just as much as you did on the whole truck, but you'll spend 100% of your time driving it while sitting on them.
Certain years of Dakotas has huge frames. Up here in Maine they hold up like no other.
My first BMW was $250 and it was awesome. The most expensive vehicle I've ever purchased was still $18k cheaper than the cheapest new F-150. These vehicles aren't "nice" but you don't buy them to be "nice". I could still get new parts for my 1980s cars when I had them. The key is - if you have the space and the ability, you can save a LOT of money. Keep it up!
Absolutely! You have very accurately described how I feel about this era of vehicles. Cost effective and built with a purpose.
You can’t beat the older trucks!!
I have a 1996 Ford F150 with a 5.0L (302) Windsor V8 with 211,000 miles and still going strong, the only things I replaced on my truck was the starter, the rear fuel pump, and the power steering megunisum but other than that mostly was just simple maintenance, took out the transmission fluid just to get rid of the shuttering it was making and it hasn't had a problem ever since.
That is awesome to hear. I hope it keeps running strong for many years of enjoyment.
@zacflyer99 Thanks brother I hope so as well.
These 5.0 engines are great. Had one in an '86 F150. Not buried under a ton of plastic and crap you have to remove to even find the engine. Only complaint about older trucks is that they are noisy on the freeway, lots of wind noise.
That is a beautiful truck you have there sir. Can’t beat the sound of those 7.3 powerstrokes.
I couldn’t agree more with you in this video. They just built stuff different back then. Earlier this year I bought a 93 F-Super Duty flatbed with an NA 7.3 IDI, a ZF5 manual transmission, and a Dana 80 rear differential with a 4.63 gear ratio. This truck had sat for 5 years, but just needed some love and maintenance to get up and running again. It’s not as clean as yours on the interior, but the exterior is in amazing shape. Since I got it running reliably, I just do regular inspections, washes, and fresh coats of undercoat, and it is just a solid, reliable, tough workhorse. I now have it set up with all my tools and am driving it 5 days a week as a mobile mechanic service truck for the company I work for. It’s not fast by any means but it drives smooth, always fires right up, and just overall runs like a tank, and I couldn’t be happier. Sure it has issues here and there as any old vehicle would but like you mentioned, they are far cheaper to fix as well as easier, especially since I have all the tools to do the job and vehicles were built simpler back then without so much electronic garbage.
I couldn’t agree more! I am so glad to hear that you have a wonderful machine to keep you going down the road. It’s a special bond with these Fords, we need a little help and they do too over the years. But in the end it’s all well worth it. Thanks for commenting and enjoy your truck!
Everybody wants 4x4 so the 2wd's are usually a bargain. IF you can find one of those that's still in halfway straight shape and they aren't asking stupid money for it. Safety/convenience features and the creature comforts are really what sells the new stuff. And most people are just lazy and don't want to be bothered fixing and maintaining vintage stuff. I have a 99 I still run and TBH it costs me money and headaches all the time fixing and updating major components and subsystems. Clutch, transmission, driveline, rear axle, all the wheels and tires, all the brakes....list goes on. Needs a $1000 overhaul of the A/C, needs new ball joints, injectors I's like to get to at some point. On the other hand the new stuff is a $1000 payment forever and there is nothing from any of them that I have complete confidence enough in to sign up for that.
I absolutely agree. One of the reasons these vehicles are / were more affordable is the regulations. DEF, lane assist, adaptive cruise, a third brake light and so much more drives up the prices for consumers.
As you said a little bit of maintenance is a welcome replacement to the forever payment. Thank you for your comment.
Same here w/ my 97 Silverado, but those major repairs will likely have to be done only once. My truck was my Dads so extra motivation for me to care for it.
Drive a 95 k2500 I bought when I moved to our little homestead 2 years ago. Prior to, 2 wheel drive was all I ever had or needed and personally, they’re what I prefer. The only time I’ve used 4wd is to get up the dirt driveway after a good rain.
Yep. I just picked up a 97 F250 HD for about 1/3 of what a nice 4x4 would cost. Zero rust, low miles and an original Banks system installed by Banks themselves. I replaced the driver side window motor, the dipstick seal and bought some tires. It doesn't leak a drop and drives as smooth as butter. It won't be long until you can't even find these things anymore.
The older something is, the easier it is to fix. *But also:* The older something is, the more fixing/work/maintenance it will need. HUGE FAN OF OBS FORDS, GREAT VIDEO!
Thank you so much!! I agree with your hypothesis.
The 7.3L trucks (both OBS and SD) were limited on towing due to the receiver ford put on being an undersized one. Those trucks are overbuilt and more than capable of towing well over 10,000 pounds if you swap the receiver out for a heavier duty one. Sweet truck though!
That makes total sense, as I have seen them pull more but never really looked into why. Thank you for your comment!
@, you’re welcome. In the near future i’ll be upgrading the receiver on my ‘99 F-350. Not sure when, want to do a few other things to it first.
Plenty of videos of guys with the 300inline 6 towing well over 10k lbs. @zacflyer99
Better questions, not if it will pull it, but can you stop it!
@, the super duties have 4 wheel disc brakes. As long as you have trailer brakes and a working brake controller and don’t drive like a jackass then you’ll be able to pull and stop over 10,000 pounds just fine. The OBS trucks are disc/drum setup so still plenty capable of pulling heavy loads, just have to give yourself plenty of stopping distance as any good operator would.
I still got my late pops 94 Chevy K1500 4x4 with original miles of 146 000 and still running strong sure it could use a nice paint job but that's just lipstick and no real minor rust issues ac could stand to be fixed but for now windows down is fine by me !! Just proper regular maintenance and rotation of the new tires makes it the perfect daily driver !!!
Nice truck! I drive a 1998 ram 5.9 gas 4X4 w 150K on the clock! I’ve had it for about 15 years, paid 8k 4 it & it does everything I NEED it 2 do, I could give a crap about “small” dings & dents, although I have fixed it twice b4 because of someone hitting me in the parking lot (hit & run) & the wife not seeing a HUGE pole in the parking lot, (huge dents obviously bother me) because she is so clean otherwise, but no heated seats, has vinyl floors, roll down windows, no back up camera, etc, but I love her & I assume I’ll pass it along 2 my kids & she more than likely will still b running!
Just what a fella needs, I love it!
Old trucks rule! Cheap to buy and fix and easy to work on. I'll keep fixing my '95 Silverado until it breaks in half. Love the video.
I got a 1995 7.3L and I agree with you!
Love it!
I updated my '99 F250SD extended cab with new doors, bed, and rolling frame. The engine, transmission, and transfer case have only 125000 miles and are in great shape. Total cost with any needed sheet metal repair and fresh paint was $24K, and everyone says it looks brand new. I only put 5000 miles per year on it and is garage kept so it should last for many more years. Definitely cheaper than $55-60K for a new one and I get to keep my old truck.
I have a 2022 RAM 2500 4x4 Hemi crew-cab after I donated a 2008 Nissan Titan to a grandson. Purchased new from dealer inventory. Used as a daily driver with occasionally hauling and no towing. Road trips are very nice.
I get people trying to buy my 98 half ton chevy all the time. It came up for auction at the local fire department, bought it for a song, and it's been a great workhorse. Straight body, rust free, and fire engine red. I put it to work landscaping, hauling furniture and lumber, and my motorcycle fits perfectly in the back unlike with these newer micro-bed trucks.
My 96 w/300 inline 6 gasser will last longer and cost MUCH less to keep running. Have a couple P/S diesels too, all good stuff.
I used a 86 F150XL for 4 months while moving last year with the inline 6. Great units, glad to hear that you are enjoying yours too!
ive got a 93 with 75000 miles on it.
I have a 1988 F250 2WD long bed and a 1988 Ranger 4x4 extended cab.
Ugh I tried the whole old truck thing. Was keeping mine alive for alot of years. 250k miles and it was great overall but needed LOTS of parts. I finally gave in and got a newer truck with zero regrets. 2022 7.3 gas 10 speed. Quiet, great power, smooth. I tow 10+k miles a year and do tons of 4+ hrs drives. You just can't beat a new truck for that use case. If I was more local it would be a different story potentially. Good video, nice truck my man
Hey thank you very much and thanks for commenting! I agree, with your utility it’s beneficial to get something new and pull like crazy with it. If you were staying close to home and not using it everyday then sure old is gold!
@zacflyer99 i actually kept the old truck and use it locally. I have promised myself I'll never put a trailer hitch in it but I'll say it's the absolute perfect rig for random home depot runs, literally getting groceries, and commuting to work in when I feel like it to keep miles off the new truck.
I agree, I own a 2004 Ford Excursion, my son and I totally did a restoration. The money I saved by doing this. Was into the thousands which it’s in my savings, not paying a ridiculous amount of money for a new one.The new stuff is junk, computer on wheels.The Excursion now gets a lot of attention. It’s basically a F250 SUV three row seating with all the pulling power needed. Can haul or pull anything in its class. Seating for 8 adults. This truck will most likely last longer than the new stuff. The money spent to do a restoration would be a good down payment on a new truck. Plus I can fix my truck if needed. The new stuff, the dealer has to be involved at a very high expense. Love this Excursion.
I worked for a local school district in the maintenance dept for thirty -five years. Went through five plow trucks and one of my favorites was a 1992 F350. 460 automatic with 4.10 axles. Just a beast of a truck.
Heck yes! Thanks for sharing
I really wish we had these here in europe. Sometimes i really need a truck bed with that size. I know newer models are easily available , but a bit more expensive like you showed in the video.
A simple, cheap and reliable old truck would be perfect for me.
Having the long bed is very handy. Once I tried one out I couldn’t go back
I have a 1986 F250 which came with a 460 which I swapped out for a Isuzu diesel fork truck engine in 1994 and it is still running strong. The 460 had tons of power but only got 10 MPG with mid grade gas. The diesel gets 21 MPG but does not nearly have the same power.
WOW! I agree, keeping your money in the bank and drive that proven old gold. I do my own maintenance and have an excellent mechanic shop up the road to do repairs on my vehicles when needed. Carry On Sir! "
My next truck will be older. Currently in a 2013 F150 5.0. Its a solid truck still at 261k miles. I cant complain. Low maintenance, just routine stuff aside from a water pump and a lead frame in the trans. Overall been a good truck, but I have no intention of going newer, I'll go back to a 90s or 80s truck when the time comes. I'm for sure not getting myself pickled with an ecoboost. No thanks. N/A V8 for me always
I love my 05 Ford Excursion, v10, but still a super cheap workhorse that does EVERYTHING I need and more.
Exactly!
1994 Ford 350 351w here, truck still putting in work with 387k miles,,with original transmission. 3rd starter, 2nd alternator, new sway bars ,new arms,new shocks, main gaskets replace, oil change every 6k miles, spark plugs every 20k miles, air filters every 10k miles. Truck running strong
Good deal, ride on
I got a 94 Ranger, does everything I need it to. I'd love to have a 90s f250 with 4 doors and a long bed, one day. I've only had to do minor repairs and cosmetic changes to my truck. Like stock headlights but the custom clear ones, 06 mirrors, and a lift kit
The danger ranger! Glad to hear you are enjoying it.
I think it really all comes down to a persons needs. I have a few old trucks and a few new ones. For my business I can’t expect the old ones to reliably hit the daily demands. Pulling 7 tons of rock in my dump trailers or towing equipment. However in the same breath. I’d say the majority of people who are driving these new trucks and contributing to driving the prices up by skewing consumer demands. Would be much better off financially with an older truck for diy projects and a car to daily drive. I just say that as there are too many features on these new trucks and who are they really appealing to? For the price of the do it all/family hauler truck. Could buy 2 work base model trucks. It’s just gotten way out of hand. Thanks for the video. Always great to see older trucks being cared for.
Last January I bought my first real truck. My first classic, first manual, first dually, and first flatbed. 1984 GMC C2500 350 SBC/Muncie SM465 for $5,750. Sure, it needs parking brake cables, a wiring harness, and the engine re-gasketed, but I'll never go back to the newer monstrosities.
My newest pick😢is an 02 Chevy, but my daily driver got winter when it's too cold to ride a motorcycle, is a '79 GMC 2-wheel half ton with a manual transmission and a straight 6 in it. Near 200,000 miles, bought it in '81. Granted, I live in a rural area, no traffic and gravel roads the three miles to work. I tell the kids it will be their inheritance. Not so thrilled lol.
Hopefully their opinions will change
I have a Ford F250 XLT, 4WD. 460 V8. I have around 120000 miles on it, still a great truck. I can pull my trailer with 4 wheeler's to the woods easily. I get a lot of compliments on it.
Had a 95 f250 on the railroad for many years and they are a beast.
Those wing windows go way back. My 67 Nova had them in the window and the floor sides. I miss them.
Why does everyone prefer to look at the past through Rose colored glasses? I remember when these 90s trucks came out. Everyone said they were junk and they wanted their old 60s and 70s trucks. I own the 94 F250 4 x 4 with the 460 and 8 foot bed. I couldn’t wait to get rid of that thing. It had the turning radius of the Queen Mary I now drive a new F150 XLT crew cab and it is twice the truck of course it cost three times as much lol. That being said I love my 93 lightning pick up.
Sounds like you have seen it all! I personally have only been around since the late 90s so I can’t attest to opinions that emerged when these were new vehicles.
Hey, I don't suppose you could let us in on what brand those seat covers are. Those would look pretty good in my '97.
Headwaters Seat Covers! Montana based company. Great company to work with!
I have a 1996 f250 4WD I am the 2nd owner had 42,000 when I bought it around 135,000 on it now 5.8 5sp w granny and OD I love the stick put a 10.25 Eaton tru trac in the rear and Dana 50 w/a Yukon Grizzly in the front put a dually kit on the rear. of course a lot of body rot fleetside rotted off installed a flatbed it is an XLT I have had it for 26 years hope to have it till the day I pass. I have had people still wanting to buy it I always smile and say "no!"
Loving the truck! I like the older PUs. I have a 97 f150 with a 4.6, I plan on rolling it as long as my pockets will allow.
Thank you very much! Enjoy your 97 and keep on rolling.
This makes me want an even earlier OBS Ford with the 7.3 IDI and a manual transmission, with manual 4WD. I already have a 2004 Chevy Suburban 1500 LT, it's my 'nice truck' and the cost and complexity of the electrical components shows that. The master window switch has a $200 core charge! A $200 core on a window switch! I can't imagine how much a newer vehicle will cost when they're out of warranty. I like my old 2009 Camry LE, 2004 Chevy and 1966 Oldsmobile. Won't ever catch me buying new!
200 for a core charge on a window switch is ridiculous. I refuse!
I have a 94 Ford ranger splash, runs good, needed some work, so far no problems.
100% agree. The guys at work have $40, $50, $60k trucks and my 96 f250 460 w 140k miles was $4k. Sometimes they laugh sometimes they smile w envy of my paid off, reliable, cool classic truck.
I owned a '85 F150 5.0 fuel injection two trucks ago, and it was good reliable transportation. My thoughts are that the Powerstroke is well known and sorted at this point. I don't think you can go wrong with that engine, but many used to have issues with Powestroke auto transmissions. Maybe at this point, many have been updated/bullet-proofed, but back in the day 80,000-100,000 rebuilds were common. I found that the onboard diagnostics of the pre OBD Ford FI gasser trucks kinda suck. I'd rather have to sort an issue with a '97 and up Ford rather than a '96 and down gasoline fuel injected Ford. It is great to have the option of hitting a pick-n-pull to find the parts to keep your truck on the road cheap. Common is good, and the F-series is very common.
Personally I think the '15-'17 6-speed F150 is the truck to have. I prefer the 5.0, but I currently have a 2.7, and it's a great engine. 3.5 tows heavy the best, but its the most problem prone of the three optional engines. These trucks easily tow as heavy as a 80's-mid 90's 3/4 ton, and it's pretty easy to get 20mpg unloaded with them. They are modern enough with phone integration and modern safety features. I see good solid trucks listed for $8,000-$15,000 pretty often. Take care of the frame with lanolin grease or boiled linseed oil, and they'll never rust out. I doubt we'll see these trucks in a pick-n-pull for a few years, but I do see some other Ford's of this era in PNP's, and there is some parts overlap.
Great comment, you have provided a wealth of knowledge. Thank you!
Nice truck! Sounds like a great deal all thing considered. You can beat a good old-school truck. Plus those 7.3L Powerstroke engines are legendary. They have mean distinctive sound as well. The Cummins in the first and second generation dodge Rams was another good engine. Both engines sound the way diesels should in my opinion. Trucks were built with utility first in mind. Now they are overcomplicated, less reliable, with too many bells and whistles. They are mostly large luxury vehicles. All you really need in a work vehicle is the basics, heat, A/C, radio, and a means to roll the windows up and down. Not everyone needs wifi, infotainment, leather heated seats, or the rest of the luxury garbage..
I couldn’t agree more, I’m satisfied with the simplicity and utility. Thanks for commenting
Yeah, I have a 97 F250HD. Mine is the 7.5. I’m not a diesel guy and don’t drive a lot so the big block is just about perfect.
I have a 95 f150. Single cab, 302, auto, 2wd, long bed. I cant see me ever buying a newer truck. My truck at work is a 2020 silverado. More power and better mpg than my f150....but something about my f150 that feels right. It's a lot of stuff. Like the door "click" that you mentioned. It just feels like it's got a better quality than anything newer. Mine is an XLT so I have AC, PW and PL. I added good speakers and Bluetooth. What else do I need?
Hard to beat the 95 150, rock on!
I have my Dad's 1993 F150XL, single cab longbed with the 4.9L straight 6 and auto trans. Manual crank windows, but does have A/C now that I have replaced it. The after market radio crapped out. Don't know what happened to the OEM radio. 94K miles on the clock and I have about $2K into it. Needs some more sorting about $1K to $2k more. For less than $5K, I have an excellent truck and didn't have to take out a mortgage for a new one.
Sounds like you got a good deal all the way around my friend.
Looking at a 99 f-250 v-10 94thou original mi. Any old truck is better than high payments! Like the ford you're looking at, lots of potential.
Sounds like it could be a great unit for you! Best of luck
I live in a small farming town and if you drive a new truck, you’re just another person that finance and another payment or you could be a rich farmer, but the fact that most people are paycheque to paycheque and if you need to buy a new truck to impress people well most likely everyone knows how much you make. It’s a small town if you work for the RM or if you work for the welding shop, we know how much you make so buying $100,000 truck doesn’t really impress people. It just makes us think damn you can buy a house less town for $50,000. Why would you buy a truck for 100
Much easier to show peoples motivations in your area. Darwinism almost
My van is getting old. I went to look at a new pick up. They were all UGLY and cost more than I paid for my first house. That convinced me to restore my 1985 C-10. I've collected most of the parts, now I need to clean out the garage. Good Luck, Rick
record it and post videos. every one loves c10’s
@@shorelineECO I don't have the camera nor the know how to do that. My cell phone is an old flip phone. If I could do videos, I would do ones on old fashioned camping techniques that I learned as a Boy Scout 60 years ago. I was a Wilderness Survival Merit Badge Counselor for many years and went through the survival course in the Army so, I would include that too. Good Luck, Rick
@@richardross7219i bet you could tell some great story’s.
@@shorelineECO I have a few but, my son says that they ae boring. Good Luck, Rick
I have a 2001 Jeep WJ Laredo 4.0L 178,000 miles. Was a money pit at first, but once all the issues were solved. Lots of things you can fix yourself. It will probably outlive me. lol
Honestly, I 100% agree with this video. People can complain all they like that older trucks are dated looking or whatever, but the old stuff gets the job done cheaper, and in my opinion, a lot of them are built tougher back in the day. And in my opinion, newer trucks are also a terrible idea maintenance-wise. The newer the truck, the more computerized and high tech it will most likely be. That might be impressive initially, but when your super-duper-computer-fied bells and whistles come flying apart, it'll be more difficult and expensive to fix than a 70s pickup that has not much more than a battery. And besides, the older trucks look way better.
I'm keeping my 1988 Mazda B2200 Cab Plus (232K), my 1998 Nissan Frontier (281K), and my 2004 Nissan Frontier King Cab (122K). All have AC, 4-cylinder, and 5 speed.
I used to have a 93 Ford Explorer but I wore it completely
Out to the point that it wasn't practical to fix anymore
That will be the fate of all these
90s ford's if you just keep on
Driving them there not bullet
Proof or special you just love it
Like I loved my explorer you
Should really be saving this
Truck rather than daily driving
It because in ten years that
Trucks going to be pretty
Rare where losing tons of
Them every year.
Luckily I am doing my best to save her. A little at a time here and there. I drive my Honda accord on the daily to help save fuel cost and keep miles off the truck. I know you loved the Explorer!
when I was married living in okla , my in law would pay top dollar to bring him a ten yr old pickup to Illinois becos no rust issues.
My last two trucks have been white '97 F-250HD XL RCLB 2wd 351w ZF5 S47 and a '94 F-250 RCLB 2wd 393w stroker AFR heads headers Lightinin lower Explorer upper 70mm TB converted to Mustang SMPEFI with a built ZF5 S42 with Lightning seates and factory Alcoa 16s. Undoubtedly they are better than anything built today and I wouldn't traded them for anything new. The Diesels, 300 I6 and 460 are all pretty good engines. I feel that the roller 351w and ZF5 is the best if all worlds. Plenty of power and tq but, not too strong to break themselves or break the driveline, will run 300-400k without a re build, decent economy, easy to worknon and maintain, plenty of aftermarket support, plenty of power potential, tough. As long as they dont get rusty or wrecked they are lifetime trucks they can do anything I need them to do, tow ir haul anything I need them too. Next best thing would be a '99-'07 GMT800 2500/3500 with a 6.0 or 8.1 abd a 4L80/85e, NV4500 or ZF6 S-650. Anything after that I am not imoressed. Mayve an Express HD GM Van or HD GM pickup with a fuxed cam timing fulltime 8 cylinder L96 6.0L or 6.6L L8T gas with a 6L90e or Ford Super Duty or E-series Cutaway 6.2L, 6.8L or 7.3L Godzilla gas 6R140 trans might last. Maybe find a Super Duty 5.4L 6.8L with a ZF5 or S6-650 manual modular bolt pattern and swap a 6.8 or 7.3L gas in it. I dont trust the 10 speed autos and very few autos period, the 4R100 was no C6, the C6 was no TF727 or TH400 or TH475, the manuals trans and hydraulic roller pushrod V8s in 3/4T+ trucks are the best way to go for a lifetime truck or a Cummins swap.
You sir have forgotten more than I know. Thank you for your knowledge and taking the time to comment!
I'm a chevy dude all the way, but to anyone who could keep an old school truck nice and taken care of, im with them 100% nice truck brother
Just theoretically speaking, you could replace the engine, replace all steering/driving components and suspension, replace the tires, restore the interior for about $20,000 or less, including the price of the truck. You would have a truck that rides/performs like new and has character for a quarter of the price of some of these new trucks that are guaranteed to have big problems before you pay it off.
That's how you make a video. Great switch from walk around to screen capture of online pricing shenanigans 👍
I agree and disagree. That truck was largely designed in the 70s. Same frame and basic cab from 1979 to 1996 ( and beyond for the HDs). The sweet spot imo for Fors is the jellybean trucks with a plain 2v 4.6 and the gmt800 and 900s for chevy.
I just got a 2012 Ram 4x4 hemi in a trade (about 9k). A new one is 45-50k and they don't sell the hemi anymore. You can't even buy the same truck new if you wanted to. I also have a 2019 classic with a hemi I got new. Never selling these.
Sounds like a great deal on a truck you'll get plenty of use out of.
Good job Man!!!!!!
How does that Amazon bezel fit? I need the same for my 93 and dont want to shell out $150+ for a used OEM one
Is that a full size, 8’ bed?
Would this be a great first vehicle?
I love mine, but there are two issues. The first is the seats SUCK. Modern seats with multi adjustment and power lumbar are so nice to have (and a royal biatch to move into an old truck). The second is while the metals hold up, the plastics dont, and good luck finding replacements. All my dash buttons are taped to a wooden board because nobody makes a replacement for the faux wood trim they screwed into, which got brittle with age.
I have a 2003 Dakota RT and wouldn't trade it for one of these modern trucks filled with electronic gadgets destined to fail. In fact I wish this truck had manual windows because I've never seen manual windows fail. So much of this stuff is unnecessary like power seats. Not only are power seats slower than manual ones, the gadgetry takes up space where you could put an amp.
This truck is a work of art, even the Ram, from which this truck got its styling, has become a design-by-committee yawner when it comes to styling.
Plus, it doesnt have an engine designed to shut off at redlights and intersections.
Agreed on all. Thanks for your comment. Simplicity is key
NICE TRUCK BTW WHERE DID GET THOSE FANCY SEAT COVERS ❔
Headwater Seat Covers. Video on those coming
Don’t forget about all those terrible emissions systems on the new trucks that end up destroying it within a few years, that is the biggest deal breaker for me on the new stuff
Oh my goodness yes, something I completely over looked
Ahhhhh a 7.3 with 155k miles for $6,500???? What a steal. I would take a 7.3 obs any day they are such great engines.
Bought my 96 XLT Dually w/5sp/PSD/ 65k miles in 2010 for 6500, sold it in 2018 for 12.5. Best trucks ever built.
I couldn’t turn it down after I checked it out on the lift. I handed him the cash and drove away like someone was going to take it from me.
@@misterhipster9509what a great deal! I bet you miss it to this day.
In NY, that truck with the 7.3 does not exist at 6,500. Try 16,500
I can only imagine
In NY you also have the rust issues... : (
Solid video. Thanks!
Still drive a 95 Chevy C1500 as a daily driver, super reliable, and new/used parts are cheap and plentiful!
If I need a truck bad enough, I'm importing a JDM pickup. 'Nuff said. At the price point for a base-model Maverick, it's clear what the better option is.
You don't need new trucks unless you want to tow heavier loads. Old diesel trucks have the same towing capacity as the newer half ton gas trucks and even higher with newer diesel trucks. But yes pre dpf trucks are the coolest thing to own problem is they are also expensive to buy for what they are.
Sound of the 7.3 starting is unmatched, and the door closing noise is better than sex. You did not mention the eight foot bed makes it able to actually be usable as a truck compared to the five and six foot beds of today. Speaking of that, forget a bedliner----a few loads of gravel and actually using that bed and the rust disappears. Bedliners are for people that don't use their truck bed. Also those headlights are atrocious, and will clean up real well.
Gotta 96 dodge ram 4x4 long bed club cab new,now has only110k miles only used for towing 3500# 19' boat, 2 snowmobiles & work. Only changed water pump and l front cvc joint. 5.2 w Dana 44,s. Really a great old truck.
That is awesome!
My friend buys new diesels. He modifies them some not and they give him problems. He has 15,000 in wheels and tires. i got a 2003 salvage ford ranger 4x4 4.o 5 speed. i got 6,500 in it after i fixed it 11 years ago, with 50,000 miles. I have 150,000 on it now and it is still nice. My friend offered me 4,500 for it.
You got the better deal
I have to agree that new trucks suck the last time I bought a truck was in 1995 and hell I still own her shes a 1995 f150 long bed 5-speed with the 300 inline 6 and she has 310k on her and I still drive her 2 or 3 times a week she's a great truck. Wouldn't trade her for anything else. If I remember correctly I paid just over 16k new for her. Has 145hp and 235tq and a towing capacity of 7,500lb she's been made to pull more 😉 doesn't sound like much but this truck will pull the gates of hell off. She gets the dirty taken care of and looks great doing it. These trucks are the back bone of America. Most new trucks are just body movers with the non existent beds. OMG my door is not split like that I've never seen that before lol I have friends with these girls and there doors are not split.
Glad to hear about your truck! Thanks for your comment this is wonderful.
If you can find an honest mechanic and keep up with maintenance there’s no reason to keep a well made truck like a Ford, Chevy, or Toyota for >30 years.
I totally agree that old trucks are better. They are built better and stronger. They also don't have all of the tech in it, so less that can go wrong. They are easier to repair. One other thing, the triangle windows are called " vent widows "..
2:23 fuel tank switch? huh?
There's something very American about keeping old trucks running.
Absolutely. It brings me great joy
based. I have a 5.3L 2000 GMC. best 2k I ever spent. It was built in October of 99, so its just recently 25 years old. Those were the golden years of pickups, I honestly believe that, it was all down hill from there in overall value. It's VERY reliable, i've done minimal work to this truck and when something breaks, i do the work myself no matter what it is, and Im not a mechanic.
I couldn’t agree more!
Not all mine but at the family farm we have a 1999 f350 v10 185,000 miles. 1992 f250 5.8 (gutless as all hell) 217,000 miles. 1992 f350 5.8 (again gutless as all hell) 120,000 miles. 2003 f350 v10 190,000 miles. 2010 f350 v10 170,000 miles. 2011 f250 6.2 114,000 miles. Little to no issues with any of them. I daily a 2011 f150 5.0 with 145,000 miles but I'm considering getting a 2024 ranger with the 2.7 ecoboost. I'm probably stupid to do so tho.
great video
Thank you very much!
Competition > Sophistication > Complexity > Electronics > Failures!
Agreed!
I have a 1996 F-150 standard cab with the 4.9L and a 5 speed manual transmission. I would not trade it for any new Ford. Love my OBS Ford!
You’ve got the right idea!
That’s pretty of truck for me long the ac and heat works. I tow less then 4k with a mowing company
Thank you very much, trying to make her better little by little. Heat is hot and air is cold after a charge!
@ I have 1994 f150 with 351.
Once I get another used car I plan to restore the the truck. Nothing show wise just a quick once over
I got my 01 F250 7.3 for Free.99. Had 265k when I started driving it. Now it has 400k and still runs perfect.
In Cuba many people still use cars from the 1950s because that's all that's available. Mechanics there are ingenious by necessity. There's no reason we Americans can't do the same thing with trucks from the 1980s and 1990s.
Especially the 9th gen Fords! I love my ‘95!
MIne too. 95 f350 Dually, 7.3 l, 150,000 miles, Centarus conversion up here in Canada about an hour north of Toronto.
There good trucks I own 2 both 7.3 unfortunately there older and some parts can’t be sourced for a decent price I’ve bought complete trucks just to pull 1 part off of it because the part was so expensive online
What are you having trouble finding if you don’t mind me asking?
I like my 2wd S10 i use as a commuter car and light hauler.
I still driving my 2000 sliverado modern trucks are just money pits old school will always be cool
Agreed
Rebuilding a 1992 F250 XLT. A lot cheaper than the new overpriced new ones. 7.3 diesel with a 5speed ZF as those E4OD were too pricey as a reman. More fun and will outlast the new ones
Absolutely, if my E4 goes I’m considering a ZF.