Old Trucks Are BETTER Than New... Here's Why!

[@nathanleonard8478]

Old trucks are like Pokémon gotta catch em all.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Pinned comment! 🙌

[@josemarquez86]

Ok??

[@Panotaker]

I think the era of buying cheap old trucks is slowly coming to an end. You used to be able to buy old trucks pretty cheap, but new trucks are so expensive, that sellers wised up, and they want a crap load of money for their old trucks now. The good thing is, that they are still way cheaper than a new truck, but they are not cheap like they used to be.

[@ninjameep8616]

I thankfully bought mine for 1k, didnt run but didn't have any rust at all because they parked it inside their famly barn He said other people wanted to buy it just to part it to other trucks , so thankfully i saved mine, took the whole engine out and cleaned it up with new gaskets and a new carb, works flawlessly now and love it

[@TheRamRanch]

These old dodges are somewhat affordable still. I also paid 1800 for my 86 ram a couple years ago, but it’s not as nice as his

[@CJColvin]

I bought my 1996 Ford F150 with a 5.0L (302) Windsor V8 for $3300 back in 2015 with my own Christmas 🎄 money, birthday 🎂 money, Graduation money, working 2 summer jobs, and taking care of my neighbor's dog and 9 years later and still going strong.

[@erikschiller7210]

I remember as a kid in the late 2000s-early 2010s and was looking forward to being in high school and buying an older truck because I’ve always loved most trucks made between the 1970s-2000s but when I could actually get a job was around when the prices skyrocketed. Wish I coulda been of high school age before cash for clunkers man.

[@TheBamster00]

I am struggling to find a decent old truck that isn’t overpriced. The market is filled with complete garbage trucks with everyone asking waaaaaay more than they are worth if they are even in decent condition.

[@CarlClements-f7j]

My 2 main reasons for buying old is 1) they don't cost 60 to 100 grand and they make it past 40 thousands miles without needing major work.

[@bubbatools6701]

40k miles, I've seen news articles and recalls at 25k miles for new trucks

[@JayRides-ul9uf]

The old trucks are so much cheaper and easier to work on as well.

[@Kyle-bb9zp]

Another one is you can work on them doesn't cost a ton of money

[@Tipman2OOO]

😂nice numbering there bud

[@powerwagon3731]

LMC sells body and interior items for your Dodge, get a free catalog it’s loaded with truck specific parts.

[@Atomwaffen-y3s]

And a taillamp doesn't cost $1500.

[@benmercer4342]

I'm so happy i found your channel. I was able to get my grandfathers 1997 GMC C1500 after he passed away. The truck means so much to me and I agree with everything you said in this video. These old trucks are and always will be the best.

[@davestewart9146]

I’ve owned my 77 f150 4x4 for 37 years now and absolutely love it, when I go I’ll hand it down to my kids, great video Jason 👍😁

[@25BEDFORD]

I didn't even watch the video and already completely agreed!

[@12yearssober]

Cant beat those old Dodge trucks. One with a slant six and four speed manual is the best weekend warrior truck.

[@tylermontpetit9740]

Gotta love old trucks, my 84 ram has been a great truck. So easy to fix when it does break but thankfully that's not very often.

[@jamesmcintire3800]

A year or two ago I picked up an 83 Dodge W150 4x4 as a weekend work horse. Bought it for a couple grand and it’s been great so far. I love that old truck!

[@AnzaValley]

The best $800 i ever spent was to buy my 1977 Chevy C20 camper 350 w Turbo 400 back in 2017. A rust free Az truck that can haul over 2 tons of gravel or pull my tractor. Even with the prices that old trucks cost today only a fool would buy a new truck.

[@Tipman2OOO]

😂nice! I dont understand why so many people miss this! They're so wrapped up in trying to look cool or make up for their small genitals, who knows? 😂

[@Clevelandsteamer324]

400 was prone to overheating. Should have been a big block

[@AnzaValley]

@@Clevelandsteamer324 Cant beat a 350 SBC.

[@fredkemp1444]

I labored for an old block layer. He had a 1/2 ton dodge 90 model year I think. 8' bed we ran that truck loaded down heavy every day. We'd get a bucket load of Mason sand, 94# bags of cement plus tools, or bricks, or blocks that Ole gal pulled her weight for a long time!! Great memories.

[@Mike-f5r]

Like the two tone paint, my Dodge Ram is a 1985, 8 ft. bed, black, love the 318 V-8.

[@capricetony]

318 is an Excellent Engine 👍

[@fredkemp1444]

Amen brother! I daily a 1998 dodge it's my only truck. It's great it's just new enough to have some creature comforts and old enough to drive and repair pretty easily. I have no desire for anything newer. And I also love the fact it's not beeping at me and all kinds of other nonsense.

[@Tipman2OOO]

😂

[@terencemahoney7073]

After 2 ABS computer failures one Silverado one Dakota (computer 1500, programming another 600) I went old school like you. I bought my new to me '83 Ford F-100 XL for $4k with 2wd AC PS Auto long bed. It had sat for years before the PO "barn saved it" and I finished the job. Best of all I can reach over the bed without a step stool. Enjoy!

[@mario-sl6cz]

I bought a 94 f150 reg cab long bed 5.0 5 speed absolutely love it so yeah i recommend an old truck!

[@TRONA-CA-99]

Still driving my 1988 Toyota longbed truck. Solid, simple and it has been long paid off! 😅

[@codysmith9813]

I've had old trucks and new trucks I've gotten rid of the new trucks went back to older ones now to use and enjoy. Bought a 1975 GMC K15 4x4 for less than $3000. Great truck and way cheaper than any new GMC today.

[@richard-hr4tw]

'92 D150 owner here . '92 Silverado and a '97 Suburban. All great trucks.

[@Gene1969]

Thank you for saving and keeping this truck in good shape.

[@kenlandreth2161]

I have a 1989 V3500 GMC Crew cab dullie 4X4 with a 8X9 flatbed. It's my favorite truck. The maintenance is very inexpensive and I can do it all myself. However it won't pass up a gas station but at less than 1000 miles a year no big deal.

[@70stastic]

Bought my '81 D150 back in 2009. It's been faithful the entire time. Always starts, even in -20F weather. Anything that manages to break is cheap and easy to fix. Everything is mechanical with no computers second-guessing what you're asking it to do. It just works

[@b.s.adventures9421]

I alway have an old square body Chevy in my fleet. Can’t beat them. Simple hard working trucks. Fun to drive too.

[@krisw8597]

Despite owning a 2021 Colorado ZR2, nothing compares to my 1969 C10. Absolutely love the long bed for work projects and can haul what I need it to. Mostly original with the old tired 350 in my shop to be rebuilt, but have a new factory crate drop in 350 running with the old original 3 speed. With so many guys cutting the beds down, I’m leaving mine stock, I actually use and like the long bed. In Florida, I use the old truck a lot during the non hurricane time lol…. I don’t drive it in the summer much due to the heat and rain, but fall and spring…. Driving it all the time. Can’t beat an old truck, nothing compares to it…

[@michaelabrams1244]

Spot on with all the reasons. And old vehicles can be modified for safety as well as performance without much hassle. They're called "classics" for a reason. Great video!

[@stuartbooth503]

Mine is a w 250 1987 ex USAF M 880 and I love it. Not many around over here so expertise is thin on the ground hence your videos are much appreciated.

[@josephmclennan1229]

I have a 1958 Chevrolet Fleetside , which has a 8 ft. bed ,261 6 engine which was the bigger truck and bus engine . It does everything that I need it for.

[@ramonhenriquez1812]

Simplicity and practicality all day, awesome truck!

[@nsidor1234]

Yes, I LOVE yard work. Caring for the lawn, shrubs & trees is relaxing AND rewarding. I've owned my 95 F-150 since 2021. It has become more than just a vehicle, it's like part of the family...👍🏁

[@pretendfarm]

That’s a very nice dodge truck 🥹

[@jamestiede9405]

The best thing about having an old truck no damn computers in it

[@Atomwaffen-y3s]

It's not the computers. It's all the plastic parts they put in the powertrains.

[@russdavis1960]

My 'yard waste' vehicle is a 1977 F350 dump truck. My 'new' full size truck is a 1988 Chevy 2500 2wd. My 'snowplow' truck is a 1985 GMC 2500 4x4. Yes... i have an appreciation for the older vehicles... especially trucks.

[@MontanaMedic13]

My wife tried to convince me to buy a truck like this and I convinced her it was a bad idea. Now your video has made me want to do it. I must now make it seem like my wife's idea again 🤠and agree with her this time.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

🫡 Good luck!

[@notoriousclass909]

Let us know what happens 😅

[@bradzimmerman3171]

Try and find a fiat ram pickup that isn’t completely rusted out

[@barbaradeininger9521]

You, are a lucky man!

[@frankfitz3421]

Slow learner

[@dwaynehagle7445]

My Daily is a 1993 Dodge D250 .Does have a Cummins. Yes with the Ram's head.

[@jesseeburcham4135]

I have a 76 Chevy C20 2 wheel drive and it runs on propane. Bought it for 2500 dollars but had to rebuild the transmission soon after. But I love driving it and you can sit up straight in the bench seat. I hate all the bucket seats. They seem to make you lean forward.

[@sgt_kissekatt6686]

I dont have a US truck, but I do have a Mitsubishi L200 from 1987 and it shares the same benefits, easy to work on, down to basics without computer, beeping and stuff, hell i even removed the powersteerimg pump cus it was leaking and replacing the seals didnt fix it, doesnt matter, its a joy to drive. Biggest difference is that mine has i think its called extended cab? So i have some room in the cab behind the seats, at the cost of slightly shorter bed. Still longer bed than (most) modern trucks, atleast of comparible size truck. I love it!

[@Lizpolygigiblissgirl]

Bed size matters, it's a pickup truck after all. The new trucks have what looks like a little stubby dumpster in the back, almost like the bed was an afterthought.

[@giuistefanjr72]

Build quality, cheaper parts , being able to diy a lot of labour and maintenance! That's a good one.

[@StephenW-n3d]

My brother had an 88 Power Ram fuel injected SCSB 4x4. Was a cool truck that got looks everywhere it went. Only had a 100k on it 318/727 combo. But i will say the best generation to own, use for work, and daily drive is the late 90s, early 2000s from any make ford, dodge, gm. They are great trucks that have reliable drivetrains and have enough modern creature comforts that you can drive daily. Crazy how they’re already over 20 years old

[@raymondward1009]

I love old Classic vehicles but the only better thing about the old trucks is that there a easier to work under the hood.

[@Jeffrey-r2j]

And cheaper to insure.

[@redpillthinking6043]

​@@Jeffrey-r2jReally? You'd think insurance rates would be higher because they have less (or no) safe features.

[@thndr_5468]

I like old trucks because they're actually made to do work and be used. They are also gorgeous and better looking than any new truck today. That truck was a steal for how awesome it is!

[@JasonExplainsThings]

They are beautiful. Thats for sure.

[@12Bravojeepstuff]

I love those trucks. I had an 83 W150 prspector when I was 16 for my first car (in 97). Then I bought a 85 Ramcharger later. Such great vehicles. Now we have wranglers and a 4runner.

[@jonathansmith283]

I have a 1987 dodge d-150 @ 70k miles. drips a bit of oil but runs great. gas milage is not the best , but I drive it - the MBENZ sits .

[@nealparkin6626]

I've been using my mini van and utility trailer for years. I finally got approval for an old truck. I've been borrowing my Dad's 93 Ram D150 and now I get to keep it. 🤘🏻

[@JasonExplainsThings]

🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@GenderSkins]

I can get behind what you are saying to a point. Problem is people that buy these old trucks, and slam them to the ground and do an LS conversion on an old truck. I’m not saying it is wrong or they should not do it, as it’s their truck to do with as they please. But when you do all that to an old truck, you are taking any usefulness of having an old work truck out of the reason to have an old work truck. And that’s to prevent having to use and abuse your brand new $80,000 truck sitting in your drive way. But my hats off to those guy’s who buy them and restore them, as they deserve to be kept around.

[@johnnyfreeman1018]

I want an old truck....would love to have one....

[@markbroad119]

I do miss my '72 D100 Dodge. Single cab long bed. No power anything. 8mpg but loved it

[@franzvanjulio5523]

That’s a beautiful truck. My friend’s dad used to buy cool trucks like yours back in the day. I’d love to get one of my own. You certainly did good work over the course of the video. Enjoy the holidays.

[@aidenschwartz]

8:48 my grandpa used to pick up those beetle engines and rebuild them on the kitchen table.

[@gabrielsandoval4994]

1946 Chevy. Runs great. It’s beautiful. Easy to work on. I’ll never sell it.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Wow! Thats awesome.

[@slicksiderepairllc2822]

I have a 76 f150 I use all the time. I’d like to put a hoist under the pickup bed to be able to dump whatever I’m hauling. I know they use to make these upgrades. Maybe that’s what you need as well.

[@newenglander1551]

Those old dodges look so nice.

[@El_Winss]

Beautiful truck, for the same reason I'm restoring/fixing up an 1989 Jeep Comanche, I plan to drive it and use as it as intended, as a daily driver truck. Older trucks are easy to work on, nostalgic and lots of cool factors no new truck has. When I was a kid my parents had a Mexican 1989 RamCharger "Royal", great memories!

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Awesome!

[@CJColvin]

Great video brother, I have a 1996 Ford F150 with a 5.0L (302) Windsor V8 with 211,000 miles on it 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.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Awesome! My dad had an 88 F150 so I’m pretty nostalgic for those trucks.

[@CJColvin]

@JasonExplainsThings Awesome brother

[@cameronhamer9432]

@@JasonExplainsThingsI bought a 02 F-150 for $2000 Canadian , that’s like 1400 US , put a bit of work in it , brakes , etc …. It’s is a great work vehicle , and if you damaged the in any way , no worries . 🇨🇦👍

[@BADD400]

Great video Jason love the old trucks

[@ntbzero7]

Love the pickup!

[@trentenanderson4234]

This sounds like the litteral start to my new life. Tired of hauling stuff in my wife's chevy traverse. Got an old leaky truck that needs work, and boy am I excited.

[@briandjordjevic9969]

That’s a beautiful truck

[@therealjeffboomhauer4528]

Couldn’t agree more. I’ve got a later model Silverado for daily use and taking trips, and I’ve got a 1979 F250 4x4 for everything else. The cab on my Ford was swapped with a 74 cab so it just has lap belts which I prefer, it doesn’t ding about anything- lights left on, no seat belt, left the key in it, it doesn’t care- very easy to work on, and best of all a manual transmission. If it didn’t get 6 mpg, I’d drive it everyday.

[@scottcpan68]

I owned three 1st Gen Dodge Ram 150's, 83, 85 and a 89. They were all great trucks but not a lot of creature comforts like my 2015 1500 Limited.

[@MarkTomaszewski-mu6bg]

I got a 98 dakota, 230k mi, 5.2 4x4. Love it! Wouldn't trade it for anything new.

[@krazi77]

my first truck was an 87 d150. it was duster gold metallic and bronze pearlcoat. had the 318 and I daily drove it for about 12 years. wish I hadn't traded it off, but I bought an 88 off of marketplace a few years ago and I'm working on restoring it.

[@dave3657]

I had an old house (1920) that needed a lot of work. Bought an old Ford pickup, later an old Chevy Silverado, then a Durango. Now I have new house, but still have a 97 Chevy 1500 WT, reg cab, short-bed. Because I still find that I need to haul stuff now and then. Old trucks are great when you put a scratch in it, you don’t worry about it. Plus it’s fun to drive.

[@supercuda1950]

Being a Mopar fan, and having owned a 1981 PU, yours is one good looking truck. I know you bought yours for the utility, but did you notice how much attention your truck gets compared to your other vehicles (no attention at all)? Mine had the slant 6 and a 4 speed with 4th being overdrive. Wish I still had it. When you get done with your yard I have about 3.5 acres that need a little attention. Oh, don't forget to bring the Dodge!

[@NicholasGabrielaNorman]

I got a 2003 work truck (Silverado 1500 4.8L) a couple weeks back for $400 from a friend that wasn't running... I changed the fuel pump for $143 and it runs perfectly fine now. Not 1970s, but highly recommend a simple vehicle. They just last!

[@kennethhowell1272]

I believe folks are becoming attracted back to the simplicity of older trucks. All the modern conveniences come at a high price, when electronics can disable a mechanically sound truck.

[@scrambler69-xk3kv]

Woman are responsible for all those electronics. Hubby wants to buy a new truck. But the misses wants it to be easy like a car. For me I'll take the shifter for 4x4 and get out and lock the hubs every time. Simple reliable just what I want. Besides all you find on the lots these days are loaded up four doors and a sand box. To me if four doors are more important than a truck you can actually haul things in then dammit just buy a n SUV. There was a time when everyone wanted an eight foot bed. Not these days.

[@tommywilliams5734]

I have my Dad's 1987 Power Ram 150 4x4. Will pass it on to my son. 109,000 miles. No problems. It does get compliments. I also have a 2004 Ford Super Duty. Been through a new transmission at 124,000 miles. Now the alternators shot. I like the Dodge cause it's easy to change parts yourself.

[@Thebuffingwizard]

I bought a 84 Toyota just over a year ago. 2wd sr5, paid 3500. Super reliable and cheap to maintain!

[@Rk-mz4bb]

My 1989 Dodge w150 still going strong.

[@Imabird4real]

One of the best videos I've watched in a while!

[@petersipp5247]

I fixed up a 1959 Dodge W300 Power Wagon. It was a one ton. Had a 10,000 # PTO winch on the front. Had the famous Flathead six. I turned it into a portable welding rig. I enjoyed it very much. There was a solidness about it. I have a '65 F100 now. Turned it into a portable welding rig too. It is a 2WD, I put a 8,000 electric winch on the front bumper. It is good truck...only half a truck compared the the Power Wagon. I am running the 300 cubic inch six. That is one bad engine. This F100 has been my pal since 12/23/82. The older trucks are great for many reasons...one I like...there are no foreign metriq bolt sizes.

[@davidyoung8521]

I used to have a 1974 D200 heavy 3/4 ton camper special crewcab 2 wheel drive. It had dual tanks on it. It rusted out in the cab roof just above the sun visors. The speedo needle would flop around like a wet noodle. It had a drain plug in the torque converter. I miss that truck.

[@ryanhays4326]

I have less than 5000 dollars into my two daily driver 90s rams. Like you I was tired of seeing everyone with 90-100k trucks and was scared to scratch or dent the dang thing. We're building america just like our forefathers did while everyone else is just falling victim to lifestyle inflation.our grandfather's or great grandfather's who went threw the depression era would be sick seeing all the nonsense offered on trucks today.

[@jamesg871]

These trucks are so much cooler looking than the traditional F150

[@2AToday]

Jason enables things

[@JasonExplainsThings]

😂

[@aaronhoughtaling6829]

The old dodges are very under rated. I have a 92 I’ve been riding around in since I was 12 years old. My friend’s dad owned it. After years of trying I finally ended up with it myself. The 318 in it doesn’t have a lot of power. However it’s been incredibly reliable over the years. If it wasn’t for my business and its needs for heavy duty modern truck demands. It would be my absolute go to. Perfect for home owner diy projects and small acreage properties. Cheap to purchase, cheap insurance, cheap to maintain.

[@cowthedestroyer]

Yeah the attention you get going down the road is great. I don't own anything else (that drives anyways) besides these trucks. I drive these everywhere and yeah the maintenance is really fun. Fuel pump went out on me yesterday took my 5 minutes and 10 more from someone stopping to talk about the truck and the charger I picked up. Not many people are going to do that about a new truck off the lot.

[@toddwynn1968]

84 F-150 300 and four with Granny gear. Fifthteen pounds compression a little blow by, still kicking hard bought a rebuild kit years ago but haven't used 472 thousand on old whitey 😊

[@danhoyland142]

I love your messaging! I believe you are spot on. I owned a 79 bronco and a 81 f150 and they are totally useful and easy to keep on the road. Btw when you pulled into that chevron station you should of gave that square body some props!

[@blueduck9409]

Thats a sweet truck. Ya, i agree old trucks are much better than new ones. Cheaper to repair and maintain as well. God i hate the dinging bells on new vehicles!

[@ÖyvindGustafsson]

Nice film reason to have a pic up and very nice Dodge you have.🤠👍💯

[@TheeMilkMan]

I have 3 90’s trucks. 91 GMC 1 ton Dually with stake bed 96 1/2 ton Chevy 98 GMC 1 ton Crew Cab 8ft bed Love them all. Everyone needs old trucks.

[@kman-mi7su]

I did the same thing, I picked up an old truck for sale on FB marketplace. I bought a 1988 Ford F250 extended cab long bed with the 7.3 IDI diesel. I use mine for home stuff and as a backup vehicle. I paid 1500.00 bucks for it 4 years ago and had to do a little work to it as well. Like yours, mine isn't for sale.

[@matthewcochran3325]

I bought an 84 model Ram short wheel base a while back for 800 bucks. I had to replace a starter solenoid and window regulator to get it up to daily driving. I get asked if it is for sale at least once every time 8 dr8ve it 😆

[@JasonExplainsThings]

LOL… similar here man. Especially at the car wash.

[@matthewcochran3325]

YES! I also have a 73 Honda CB350 so I get approached by older men regularly 😅 Your videos are great, bud. Keep up the good work.

[@qdog2418]

i got my 85 d150 with the 318 for 4k, but it came with owners manual, 1987 Chrysler service manual, camper top and spare parts too, and i put on long tube headers, getting the transmission rebuilt and comp cams for a grand total of right around 7k

[@Jess-c3j]

1987 being the last year for carbs, my 87 D100 with tbi maniacally laughs in reliability

[@thewindowsxp32]

You can definitely still get them cheap I got my W150 for 2500 in 2021 up in Helena and it is rust free I use it everyday 365.

[@davidiverson]

I have a '78 D200 single cab long-bed. Bought it for $1400. Runs great, feels like a piece of my childhood and so dang useful for actually hauling stuff. You have my condolences paying for Chevron gas in Washington state though 😆

[@odelldickey2218]

A great truck , and an informative video for sure . May God’s blessings be upon you and your family.

[@extremeliberty7890]

I own and drive exclusively old trucks. Like you said, I pay dimes to dollars for them because, well, they're clapped. Then I put a couple hundred dollars and man hours in and drive them. Better than 70k

[@ChanceT.Abrams]

I still have my 2000 Dodge 2500 4x4 SPORT (ext cab short bed, Gen 2 Cummins). It’s not quite as old as probably some people are considering (but these are basically just good ole trucks). I nearly traded it in about 3 different times on my newer replacements always Dodge RAM or JEEPs There is no place or time, I still won’t jump in it and go. I have had it so long now, that friends & family still ask if “the Goat” is still around and running? It’s become an icon (or extension of me) that reaches from right before college till now, so there are so many memories & even pics of it @ high school graduation, my dogs in it, out at the farm working it hauling hay, at the lake, building stuff, and yeah even me passed out “asleep” 😂😂😖 in the bed… out in the middle of no where bonfires. Yep, newer trucks are great, but yep they ding, lock you in, have all sorts of issues with the technology glitches… 😰🤮. I have a newish Power Wagon it’s great but I’m just as likely (as with all the prior replacements) to go jump in “the goat” & roll. I just did it unexpectedly at Thanksgiving… I guess everyone will see my newest truck at Christmas or next year… It still looks good, runs good, gets excellent fuel mileage for a big ole diesel (about 17 average). It’s still mostly stock, (different exhaust, turbo, tune, but no lift kit, no huge wheels, & at this point… that’s probably what makes it stand out because it’s not all modified & crazy looking. Plus, I have gave it a very good life. It still has its original paint & even the cool 4corners Dodge/Jeep, Farmington, NM. dealer emblem on the tailgate. I plan on “the now old goat” being around for a long time to come. 👍😖

[@kgbreviews35]

Got a 95 k1500 5.7 tbi small blo k chevy v8. These trucks are one of the most reliable trucks ever made. And probably is chevys best overall trucks they've made. Far as reliability is concerned. And i got it for free when a friend of mine died. His brother's were going to junk it. All it needed was a u joint, and a set of tires. Honestly it's shame people have no idea just how good some of these old trucks were. The 5.4 2 valve f150, the 305 or 5.7 350 from chevy. The dodge Cummings diesels. The old 4.6 tundra, the 5.3 ls v8 based chevy. The old toyota pickup with the 22r. There's alot of good old trucks still running strong and well looking care on the road. And these trucks are just a few to consider picking up.

[@agvaquero8361]

love it...great stuff!

[@bradfaubion3699]

My wife has a 2021 Toyota Highlander with bells and whistle’s and I hate it. I just bought a 1995 Jeep Wrangler YJ. It runs, drives, has basically no options other than a heater and a glitching stereo system and I love it. Easy to work on, and more metal than modern vehicles out there. No air bags either. Same thing with the seat belt. It does not chime when I take it off. And with the wrangler I can take the doors and top off and it’s fine.

[@terrellscaife2411]

The main issue with vehicles 15 years and older is finding parts. It was a guy that couldn’t find a valve cover gasket for 86 Chevy Cavalier so he had to get rid of the car.

[@paulofritz2908]

If you apply a bedliner on your truck, she will be at least 20 years younger....I did it on mine...it worth every penny

[@thezachcole]

Yeah! The infamous trike makes an appearance! 😂 What a great video! Making me miss our old '69 Ford Truck.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

LOL… back from the dead! Yeah I remember that Ford. It was awesome.

[@CrippleCreekStudios]

Very cool old truck, I wouldn’t mind having one myself. If I ever have the room on my property, I’d go your route and “restore” an old one. As for the yard, I consider it a chore, I do it because I have to, but I want to be done as soon as possible. Thanks Jason for you do.

[@kennethburton9165]

I love my old trucks. Back in February I bought back a 96 Chevy Silverado that I sold to a friend 12 years ago. It was in really bad shape from neglect, but after a ton of work and money it's back on the road. Although I did spend a fair amount on it, it was still tens of thousands less than buying a new truck. As a hint for your Toyotas, if you really want to hear less dinging from them, get a higher end scan tool, like Xtool, so you can turn those features off.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Interesting! I might look into that. Not an issue with the 4Runner, but the Tacoma can be very annoying.

[@chronoblip]

Am out in SE Idaho. Recently picked up a 1980 K20 for $1800. There are still good deals out there on old trucks, especially if you can make a drive to an agricultural area. This was an old farm truck which also has bad brakes and needs a lot of TLC, but an old truck of most any sort is an investment. Yes, as folks find out about a new investment opportunity, the cost to get into the investment will go up. But that doesn't change that these vehicles are a good investment due to the utility offered when properly maintained. Bonus points for the manual transmissions being a theft deterrent in an era where folks can't even make it a whole day without smart phones. XD

[@Wheelman151]

Nice truck. Don't overlook one of the best features....wing windows! My wife and I sure enjoy our '95 Ford F250 LB, 4x4, Powerstroke...with wing windows! And no, we don't smoke; just nice to roll with a grip on that pillar. Thanks for your video. Xlnt reasons to own one.😊