I Found The Real SANFORD AND SON Truck in CLEVELAND!

[@rong3378]

My favorite line was when Fred said to aunt Esther, "I'll push your face in some dough and make gorilla cookies."

[@pascalolesen5187]

And them faces he would make when she got near him lol

[@benlewis1239]

Yes he and Aunt Esther didn't get along at all... they acted like they hated one another

[@benlewis1239]

Malcolm X was a good person I alway thought . But we all have a history

[@paulcooper1046]

I still share that line with people today when talking about the show. Cheers, mate.

[@jeromekandziorskijr6314]

Aunt Esther was also my favorite as well.

[@austinstyles5674]

Sanford and son and the Andy Griffith show to me were and still are the greatest TV shows ever made!!

[@SlickArmor]

Add Archie Bunker to the mix.

[@raydemos1181]

Fred Sanford was my mentor when i was a kid, I too became just like him , A junk man for 40 years, what a interesting life

[@bagotoetags801]

This old Sanford and Son truck was parked at a gas station for years on Russel Road and Mountain Vista Road in Las Vegas just four doors down from Red Foxx's home. How it ended up there is probably a good story. After Mr. Foxx passed away the truck disappeared. Looks like the white painted lettering on the doors were redone as the original paint was faded. Great find for you. T.V. history!

[@jefff9114]

I’ve followed Blue Line Classics since the beginning. I was in the USMC with Tim and he’s one hell of a guy. Always nice seeing something close to home.

[@Michiganderman71]

Wow what a great story I remember watching Sanford and Son when I was a kid I loved that truck I'm glad they saved it I'm glad they kept it original

[@1001Hobbies]

I grew up in *BRUNSWICK,* which is the town on the south side of Strongsville, and I still live about 20 minutes from Strongsville. I had no idea this famous truck was right in my backyard!! I have to touch it once. ALWAYS loved the show, and still do. So many famous lines and scenes.

[@kingstonagainstcorruption2268]

Now that's a piece of comedy history! To think how many times Fred and Lamont sat in that truck!

[@70brine]

Still one of the funniest and one of my favorite TV shows.

[@lloydkline6946]

Love Sanford and son cards poker episode

[@karimrasheedwilson2160]

The British Version was called Steptoe and Son.

[@AngelHxze]

True.

[@liamclarke5761]

@@AngelHxze tbh steptoe and son is better in everyway because its British and they have a better sense of humour in general

[@qire24]

I am a HUGE Sandford and Son buff, I love all the history you gave - and it's all true. Now I have to go to Cleveland. Thanks for this... this year 2022 marks S&S's 50th anniv.

[@melissawinstead8701]

Hi Jordan! I love Sandford & Son. So glad they kept the truck original!!!!! Thanks for filming this!!!

[@tonewill9407]

I'd look a little closer..

[@sparky6086]

They should do an LS swap!

[@TampaJay]

So awesome seeing you sit in that truck man. Big fan of the show here!

[@strangebrew5545]

Me too Tampa Jay love the show!

[@Snowwhite33142]

Me Four! 😊😉

[@shemp308]

My uncle Carl had a truck like this in the 1960s. As I recall, it was green and funny it wasn't any better condition. I have very fond memories riding in it from Chicago, Illinois, to Milwaukee Wisconsin. And watching Sandford and Son was a great show. And always reminded me of the memories with my uncle.

[@Miatacrosser]

A little info on the truck. It is a 1951 Ford F-1 pickup painted in Vermilion Red. It either had a 226c.i. I-6 rated at 95hp(most likely)or the optional 239c.i. V-8 rated at 100hp. It also most likely had the light-duty 3-speed manual transmission on the tree, but could've had a 3-speed HD or a 4-speed. No automatic trans offered. This is the first generation of the Ford F-series(1948-1952)truck line we know so well today

[@pjorge8363]

Thank you Jordan this show was so dear to me. I watched it religiously everyday as a kid.

[@edselman58]

Elvis and Foxx were friends from when they both was doing Vegas.Elvis liked his comedy stand-ups there.Elvis invited Foxx to his wedding.

[@MrJajabanks21]

When are they gonna do a movie about his life!...it can literally be a series!...so much to tell

[@elvisjordan5137]

My GF born & raised in Las Vegas told me she used to see this truck in the front yard of Redd Foxx's yard where he lived in Vegas for yrs til he died.

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

That's very true! I've read he kept it out front his house in vegas

[@RhettyforHistory]

Awesome! I love how it's been kept original! It was certainly an iconic show.

[@andrewharris7517]

Wow!!!!You brought back my childhood... Sanford and Son , Good Times, That’s My Mamma, What’s Happening... Etc. And I’m Glad that You paid homage to Malcolm X..

[@thomaskipfer1008]

A huge fan of the show here in the state of Maine. This is the one- and to see the one and only... I never knew the history of Redd fighting with Rich Producers over pay... Sit-coms started with Sanford and Son. Fred had the humor that made the era. It couldn't have been a high budget to run for the studio. I wish it could have lasted. The humor was genuine! I really enjoyed this piece! Tom Kipfer

[@jeffkidd7409]

That's awesome Jordan. I grew up watching Sanford and Son. I own the series on DVD, and the theme song is my ring tone on my phone. I also wondered what happened to the truck. You never hear anything about it. Glad you found it and shared it with us. Another reason this is the best vlog on KZbin! Thanks Jordan! Really enjoyed seeing it!

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

I feel the same. I love the theme, and the show.. top of my list

[@santanadegollado9812]

Same here Jeff Kidd only my mom uses the S&S theme for my ringtone cause she knows thats my favorite show LOL

[@chrishutchinson2297]

I used to love this show. That cast was so good and so funny. You can't make shows like that anymore. I'm so happy they're taking such good care of that truck. It needed to be in the hands of people that would appreciate it.

[@mondocjenson-dy8zd]

Todays shows are pure goat tripe.

[@Slupel]

Wow never knew the Malcolm X connection, Love your vlogs Jordan.

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

I like to include little known facts like that

[@barrys4922]

In his autobiography, Malcolm said Redd would have him laughing all day as they washed dishes.

[@kingogreen4609]

Midwest thang midwest boyz

[@tyronedavis2092]

Back then Redd Foxx was called Chicago Red and Malcom was Detroit Red

[@meowzic]

I went to the same elementary school as malcolm x

[@peacebstill9187]

One of my favorite shows

[@spacetrucker2952]

I always wondered what happened to that old truck. One of my favorite shows growing up. Believe it or not, I do salvage out of an old red pickup truck.

[@pdxer8895]

Great show, and you have done a lot of research. Thumbs up!!!

[@Dwayne-mb2uj]

It looks like the vent windows were put back in . I used to work for Bud Yorkin and he dressed with wild clothes back in the day. Driving around the wealthy areas and picking up things that people threw away really happens. I furnished my first apartment that way.

[@josephconsoli4128]

A show that always brings me laughs even though I saw all the episodes 100 times over. A legendary TV show made in a time when we were okay to laugh at ourselves. If you look closely at photo's during and after Sanford and Son, this truck went through more mild restorations than it appears. Keeping a patina on it makes it appear that not much has been done to it.

[@adrianmonk4440]

Nailed it, when it was okay to laugh at ourselves !!!. Every, Every, Every family tree regardless of flava HAS SAP. When we became brittle & spend most of the time finding fault in others in a CAUSTIC WAY, we lost comedy, and we became polarized. We didn't change the world for the better, We made it more reactive. I AM NOT SAYING BLACKS HAVE TO BE THE BUTT OF JOKES, I AM SAYING WE ALL NATURALLY ARE.

[@JamesHinkle-hd3wy]

If u have watched it so much,how come u can't see this isn't the original truck ✓ this one & watch the intro, several major differences

[@johnroot4886]

I’m from Cleveland and I never knew about this, thank you Jordan, have fun in Cleveland.

[@GEMof72]

Same here 😂😂😂😂

[@1thetvzone]

im from Columbus and never knew either.

[@karolinesmail489]

Same here wow I gotta see this one!

[@dianejakeway253]

The BBC Series was called Steptoe and Son, they used a horse and cart not a truck, it was about the son (Harold) and the father's (Albert) love/hate relationship,sadly the actors did not like each other in real life. Great Vlog loved hearing about the US version .

[@Statimtek]

Albert was played by Wilfrid Brambell who was Paul Mc Cartney's grandfather in the Beatles "A Hard Days Night" movie. The running gag about the grandfather was "he's very clean" Which is the complete opposite of Albert who in one episode picked up their horse's manure and put it in a bucket with his bare hands then proceeded to eat his sandwich. : P

[@danpettis1675]

interesting thanks for sharing

[@trreb1]

I used to hear Steptoe and Son on my FMRadio app on my phone. That was a funny show.

[@TheOnIyGod]

"Steptoe and Son" were the original names of the Black American family that inspired the show. However, the family sued the creators in the U.S.A., but obviously because the characters in the UK were White-people the name "Steptoe and Son" remained.

[@Connie_From_AZ]

Diane Jakeway thanks for sharing about the UK version. 💛😊

[@GK-mz3zt]

Wow! You really hit this one out of the park, Jordan! Keep up the good work! Thanks, I love it!

[@TheDragonflyCottage]

This is so cool!! I loved that show. You did an awesome job, Jordan. You are right when you say the truck is now in it’s proper place with the right people. They really care for the truck and the show. The autographs really make it all extra special.

[@RobertMememe]

You could never do those types of shows today in this PC nutty world.. People can't even laugh at themselves

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Yep.. racial comedy is considered racism now... it makes me wonder what's in store for the bext few years

[@RobertMememe]

@@DazewithJordantheLion Nothing good.. Hell everything is racism today no matter what even if not true.. People have been caught lying so much it has become meaningless

[@coyoteboys2427]

Tell me about it married with children All in the family sanford&son The Jeffersons you could never do these shows today because people are to DAMN sensitive!

[@RobertMememe]

@@coyoteboys2427 Just look at the woman's march they canceled because it was to "white".. Ironically the liberals don't have a problem with it but if a Republican went the other way people would lose their minds. The selective outrage these days is so hypocritical..

[@coyoteboys2427]

@Michael Gilmore so did our family.

[@walkerm777]

In 1972, my dad bought me a 1952 ford f1 just like that. I was 14. Same three speed on the column. Mine had the original 6 cylinder. Loved that truck. Until I was hit on the front wheel. It broke the engine away from the transmission, breaking the frame, put my head through the rear window cutting my head from ear to ear. Sad day. I was 16.

[@kafklatsch3198]

After hitchhiking and walking back from Vegas... hes finally home, tattered and dragging.., and Esther walks up behind him... he turns around and says " whaadoyaknow!!! One the horses followed me home!!!...

[@thunderroad7289]

I’m so happy that truck is still around. That’s one truck I’ve always wanted to see in person. Definitely got to get over there and check it out

[@zenabeme22]

Jordan this was an amazing Vlog. My uncle watched it with me today and he was so excited. This is one of his favorite shows and Actors. Thanks for bringing him a little joy today!!

[@jackiebratcher2997]

I watched Sanford and Son, really was a funny show!!.. One show, this lady came to their door, they open it, she said "Hi, I'm Nora Simpson.".. I would say that to my kids, always funny!.. Thank You!!.. Great Vlog!!!

[@jimkuz27]

1952 Ford pick up! Love that truck! Back in high school in 73 my buddy found a 53, it was red, some rust, with a 6cyl. 3 speed, we painted Sanford & Son on it even the Cops got a kick out of it! Never knew what became of that old bucket of bolts! But it ran good!

[@kathleenking47]

Early 50s trucks, Ford or chevy..is popular at Christmas..red trucks

[@annesantos5104]

This was so much fun! Brought back a lot of memories of watching the show during its original run and many years afterward. Glad you were able to sit in the Big Dummy, Jordan! 😊

[@mattkaustickomments]

Thanks for the history. The original British show was called “Steptoe & Son”. My favorite guy on the show (other than Redd) was Grady. EDIT: holy crap! The second you said ‘arthritis’ the first ad cut in. The ad?.... an arthritis drug! Lol. Btw, Fred would call it “Arthur-Itus”.

[@i-a-g-r-e-e-----f-----jo--b]

Yeah, I've watched Steptoe on KZbin!

[@calescapee9642]

Wilfred Brimley from Beatles Hard Days night film was Steptoe.

[@deloisgrant8410]

Thanks Jordan, that was very cool!

[@thelog86]

To this day i still watch Sanford and Son almost everyday. I get on my binges every few years where i will literally watch it allday everyday for weeks

[@irocksixx]

Wow, I didn't realize this until now. But my brother's brother in law's name is John Sanford C, and my bro's name is Les Paul H. My fam is weird..lol. I can still hear John's mom yelling at him when we were kids "JOHN SANFORD!"

[@rev.jennyosorio7003]

OMG!! what a wonderful history lesson! One of my favorite shows back then. Didn't know anything about Redd Fox. I'm very happy to see they got the truck. What an AWESOME experience for you. To sit in that famous truck. This is a historical vlog!!! Peace!!

[@therightisright8276]

My brother caught a cab in NY with the actress who played Aunt Ester and said she was very nice and told great dirty jokes.

[@robertjones3016]

Nice to see the actors showing up for pictures and putting the signatures on the truck. Paul Michael Glaser even drives around in replicas of the Starsky & Hutch Torino that fans have built or purchased themselves. How cool is that...

[@AmericanfreedomEagles]

I loved Sanford and Son show still my favorite wish they had more episodes

[@Scott-ri2sy]

agree

[@mynameisvna]

A great vlog over such an iconic show. Glad they kept the truck as it originally was. Nice job!!

[@stanleypatterson8332]

I to this very day still watch the reruns but had no idea being a native Clevelander this iconic truck was this close to home! I definitely must see it in person!

[@mariaday712]

Fun vlog. Leave it to you to find the Sanford and Son truck. I would think it would be gone or in someone's private collection. Nice to see is has a loving home with people who care about it. Thanks for bringing us here today. Can't wait to see where you take us tomorrow. Hope you have some good time with your family while you're there. Take Care.

[@cash2.0]

The tail light above the license plate appears to be a modern LED unit. There was also a promotional show car called the Lil Redd Wrecker.

[@jillgross543]

Awesome vlog! I loved Sanford & Son growing up. I didn't realize Red Fox's real last name was Sanford, this was a great tv history lesson about Red Fox and the show. You do such a great job of doing tv history.

[@jamess.merritt5353]

Just what year was this Sanford&son salvage pick-up truck?.

[@princessskate8016]

Jordan and Jah, you ought to have 380K subs instead of 38K! This channel rocks! I so enjoy watching you and can't wait each day to see the next video! You take me to places that I didn't even know existed and when I see these places I love them!

[@anitahamlin2411]

I used to go to see George Barris and the Batmobiles but I never got to see the Sanford and son truck. This is another of my all time faves. I would so love to have a truck like that! Howard Platt aka "Hoppy" used to come to our Chicago hot dog parties. Thanks for sharing this and some of the info about the show.

[@thomasstillman4805]

My father in law, and I, restored one of these about 15 yrs. ago. Love that front grill all chromed up.

[@zzzman2206]

I ran across this video today on KZbin. I can add a little more history to this truck. On Labor Day weekend 1992 this car was auctioned at the Cruse auction in Auburn, Indiana. The car’s title was still in the name of John Sanford. I was one of the last bidders, and went out at about $5500. The winning bidder bought it for around $6500. I’ve thought many times that I wish I had bought the truck. Good video!

[@djft6944]

Finally! Someone tells the real storied past of Redd Foxx. 🙏 Well done. There's some history with Sammy Davis in Vegas that was left out but your history check was very good. Outstanding piece of work my friend.

[@debbieclark7031]

That was so awesome to see that truck. Thank you to Blueline Classics for saving a piece of history. Super cool of them to let you sit in it. Great stories about Redd Foxx, and the truck what a life it's had !!

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Not only did they let me sit in it, but they were the ones who asked if i wanted to get in.. i didnt even have to ask.. i can't say enough great things about the people at Blueline

[@TheRockin1953]

Thanks for such wonderful memories, I got married in 1971 and til this day this is the only tv show that dates back to this in my mind, it is still fun telling my grandkids some of the jokes he told on that show, he was one of a kind and there will never be another Redd Foxx, Rest in Peace Fred Sanford

[@uptownsamcv]

WOW, you know the shop is something special if they have a pic with jay Leno there, AWESOME!!!!

[@nojustno1216]

I always liked Red Foxx, but knowing that he didn't pay his extortion... I mean, taxes....my hero 😂

[@bobbybarnes408]

I saw this video when it first posted. Thought I'd update you. Pretty much everything is still the same. Truck is still owned by Blue Line Classics. But they are now located in North Royalton Ohio at the intersection of State and Wallings roads. Last time I was there it had a very prominent place in the showroom. Very friendly people, they will even let you sit in the truck, and take your picture for you.

[@badapple65]

Just like Archie Bunker there is much humor in a cranky, non-politically correct , and stereotypical character. Types of humor most likely not allowed today on mainstream television. You touched on it well in your blog here where it was not looked at as hateful but humor.

[@GEMof72]

But people can say the most hateful things today but they criticize these epic shows.

[@LlyleHunter]

The reason that Norman Lear’s shows worked was because the characters made fools of themselves.

[@larryjohnstone6260]

Everyone has a chip on their shoulders these days!

[@marieakrim4862]

People are too sensitive today wouldn't like the show screw them !

[@justjules1032]

My father in law loved this vlog and wants to see the truck so badly. Thanks for the video, he watched his first vlog ever watching this.

[@kingstonagainstcorruption2268]

Loved the video! Nice history on the actors and show beginnings as well.

[@arizonaalchemy7572]

I've often wondered what happens to TV and Movie cars. This is just TO COOL !! My Mom and I Loved this show, The Characters and Actors chosen to play them..... WELL DONE, they Nailed It ! Thank You, Jordan ! :)

[@bensisko4651]

Wow! The truck is what drew me in, but I grew up watching this and never knew all that history, Capone, Sinatra, Malcolm X, thanks!

[@timmooney7528]

In the 1980's the truck sat for awhile at a car dealership in Elkhart, IN. The windshield was missing. The windshield was removed to eliminate the windshield glare. when filming actors in the cab.

[@derrickhawkins2762]

I got a chance to visit this location and see the truck it was such a honor I was able to get in the truck it blew my mind back loved it so much never forget it

[@orlandonieves8658]

Oh WOW. thank you so much for this video. very clear camera. It actually brings tears to my eyes. I'm a BIG BIG fan.

[@rwright3395]

I wish HOT WHEELS would do a truck like this in 1 / 64 scale

[@landenbrady8049]

instablaster...

[@austinstyles5674]

Bet yall never knew what that pole on the corner of the bumper was!! Its the only thing that was left of the original bumper guard!!

[@djft6944]

I remember that lawsuit. Grady was on there quite a bit where Redd was absent. I forget the pretext they wrote for his abscence.

[@IvanJohnsonMedia]

Yes, it seemed like the Redd Foxx production studio in Hollywood served mainly as a screening room that was available for rent. I saw an early screening of "Scanners" there.

[@charliec5653]

Great vlog. I would love to see this truck sometime. Too bad Redd Foxx didn't get to sign it. It's cool that there was only one truck used during the series, making it a one of a kind. Iconic cars like KITT and General Lee have been cloned by the studios since the shows revolved around the car.

[@ramonchinea4349]

Sanford and Son ahh!! Memories 😊 everytime I watch an episode, it's like time travel, I'm young again!!! This is like family too me. And so is that truck.

[@thomasstillman4805]

I wonder if it still has the old flat head engine? We took ours out and replaced it with a 302 V8 BTW, These trucks were manufactured in Richmond CA. Ford was assembling Military Tanks at the Richmond Plant, durring WW2 prior to producing the 51 and 52 Ford pick-up truck. They only made that model for 2 yrs.

[@cschneider9657]

Nice patina, I love that truck

[@sharonmack1264]

Wow! Only you Jordan. You Rock. You are about your business and we love your for that! This is a treat.

[@leonacoulter7376]

Thanks Jordan! All the work and research that you put into these vlogs really make it all worthwhile to watch! I remember this show growing up in the 70s and loved Redd Foxx comedy, thanks again Jordan!

[@GEMof72]

A lot of American shows are based off British shows. The show was called "Steptoe & Son". I love seeing the old pics of Redd Foxx.

[@Ktonrider]

Pretty cool that this truck still exists

[@lapagethompson946]

This was one of the best creative shows that was ever created. I been watching Sanford and Son basically all my life. I was born in 1971 haha. I'm actually watching season 5 episode 18 as I'm watching you Jordan. I can't believe I hadn't seen your volg on Sanford and Son. Thank you again 10/03/2024💜💜

[@BootedIV]

I notice the chrome molding around the windshield is now missing. You can see it in "Lamont's" close-up in the truck of the show's opening scene.

[@TheSolariom]

Most definitely one of my favorite TV shows of all time I have seen every single episode ever made Love Is sanford And son Surprise that truck is not in some museum somewhere

[@pablocoisloco4584]

I thought Redd Foxx being not on the show, while Grady took over was because Redd was doing the movie: "Cotton Comes to Harlem."

[@goob8600]

i reamber when i wad a kid growing up in the 2010s this show would air on tv me and my grandpa would always watch it best show ever.

[@katherinejohnson7179]

I remember watching this as a child and I loved it. Ty for sharing this with us.

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

You're welcome

[@johnhancock9249]

Watched this show as a kid. Probably every episode. I remember when Fred was absent from some of the shows.

[@squinkque]

Jordan, you were channeling my childhood years here with this one. Thanks, great video as always.

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Thank you

[@hankjones2975]

oh gosh. that show is one of my good childhood memories.. love that truck.

[@tonywalker2334]

As a kid growing up in the ghetto of Chicago I hated the TV show Goodtimes but loved this show it was a bit more real world of what was also going on in the hood with everyone trying to get over on everyone. And thanks for the detail history on Red Foxx. And shout out to Quincy Jones who produce the theme song

[@randyjohnson5426]

Great video man!! Loved Sandford and son ...still watch it today........

[@nazcaplain]

Okay - now that we've finished watching The Rockford Files, we'll give Sanford & Son a shot. Nothing could dethrone the Rockford Firebird from #1 on our list of TV cars to covet, but who knows how we'll feel after a season or two of S&S. Thanks!

[@maryellenshock]

My boyfriend watches this every night. I confess I used to watch it back in day.

[@thillfoghorn]

I just went to Blueline to see it today. It’s in a show room now. Thanks to your vlog I was able to see part of TV history.

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

That's great! I'm happy to hear they have a showroom for it!

[@Speedy9yo]

There are a lot of cool things in Ohio! I’m glad you got to sit in the truck and get the full experience. It made a great photo!

[@hunk4TH]

Love your videos and I'm a HUGE Redd Foxx and Sanford and Son fan! I hope I get the chance to see this legendary truck one day myself! To me this is the most iconic TV show vehicle ever up there with Al Bundy's Dodge!

[@santanadegollado9812]

That pic u posted of Redd with the middle finger i have that in my living room above my tv a buddy of mines drew it for me, he also helped PAT MORITA who was a great friend of his get parts on Sanford & Son... But great & very accurate story of Redd's younger years & back story of the show alot of ppl dont know about 💯💯💯💯

[@glengamble526]

Yes, both men were stand-up comics in Vegas, back in the day. In fact, Pat Morita’s act was called THE HIP NIP, a caricature of an Asian man, with exaggerated accent, buck teeth etc. In a bit of side-trivia: when they were casting the part in Karate Kid, the producers didn’t even want to give Morita a test, as they knew of his ‘Hip Nip’ past and didn’t take him seriously. However, he tested and blew everyone away. The rest is history.