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

Julio gets a sweet reunion with the beloved Pontiac Firebird from his youth. A lengthy restoration that paid off for a sweet Labor Day surprise.
Thank you to all that helped to make this happen.

[@davidlindesofficial]

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

[@gavster023]

Keep it up, you might get payed stress leave 😂

[@1loud94]

Me too

[@lindamorton2066]

I’m crying too.

[@jimmycurrire7868]

Me4

[@SplitBumperLife]

The power of cars!

[@NGMonocrom]

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

[@thomasharrier4631]

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

[@carloscortes4312]

Exactly! How awesome!

[@chrisjeffries2322]

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

[@juancortes7898]

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

[@cantstop21]

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

[@jasont7814]

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

[@thomastessier4529]

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

[@showtim3]

THIS IS FREAKIN AWESOME. LOVE IT

[@phoenix77771]

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

[@patricktoulze1274]

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

[@martinoneal316]

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

[@TheAlfaritos]

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

[@hellofromrob]

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

[@Amarillobymorning777]

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

[@elite_skillz310]

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

[@jenniferg749]

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

[@stewpac8479]

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

[@Jefyb]

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

[@Jefyb]

Same here. British racing green

[@billydowda443]

He looked so Happy.

[@KCGeno]

What a freaking beautiful family. My gawd ...

[@RobUncleJeff]

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

[@unclejim2330]

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

[@mr.g7672]

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

[@richardbutterton5954]

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

[@cactusnalpine]

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

[@rverro8478]

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

[@Rob-Benny-Hill]

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

[@watchgoose]

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

[@christophertmunro4503]

GOD BLESS JULIO ALFARO AND HIS 1967 FIREBIRD NOW & FOREVERMORE

[@fiolds350]

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

[@binaryflat]

Honor your mother, and father, is represented here.

[@jamesstark265]

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

[@TheAlfaritos]

Thanks Jimpa! A big hug to you.

[@khalood_383]

Dads picture with his old firebird shows it was 68,his son got him 67 but it's very beautiful thing to do for a father, I wanted to do the same long time ago for my father and get him 1978 cadillac sedan brougham but he passed away too soon.

[@lornablewettandlee504]

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

[@tedroybal5231]

I miss my dad!

[@jayyoung5423]

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

[@jenmarks6594]

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

[@marybourgeois5235]

What WONDERFUL CHILDREN he raised!!!!!

[@drsmith4806]

So awesome you were able to do that for your father

[@tommay2437]

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

[@fredclements6843]

He became a dad an put y’all before himself that’s what dads do ❤

[@armandinagarcia641]

You are a good son and made your father happy

[@davebruton5731]

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

[@miltonfreeman2047]

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

[@edinsyracuse1669]

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

[@joemacinnis1972]

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

[@notintohandles]

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

[@swillyhurst7321]

Sorry his car was stolen but fortunately he has a loving & caring family 👍

[@jonathanbethards3689]

That car is tough. Helluva family.

[@mikebland4935]

My very first car was a 1967 Firebird. Yellow with black racing stripes down the sides. I got it in the Military. Miss it for sure.

[@M19180]

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

[@gdhaney136]

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

[@teatimetel174]

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

[@desmotanker]

You're a good gosh darn son dude.

[@JudgeDredd_]

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

[@brentdoege6266]

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

[@jeffreymanestar5319]

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

[@juanvillareal9610]

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

[@rkulkarni12]

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

[@yeltsin6817]

Amazing. I bet if you asked the dad he wouldn’t have traded his time or anything with his family for that car. But giving it back to him meant the world

[@bob5074]

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

[@xolimajola2761]

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

[@lauraayala6161]

Fantastic! So sweet of the family!

[@TahBeiCuzzy]

Hey brother... Right there brother. 🤜🤛 From New Zealand. 🇳🇿 what a nice looking Pontiac. Colour and wheels. All them memories came flooding back. He's home. 😊😊😊

[@debsylvania]

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

[@shadowrockcairns8390]

That's awesome to have family that would do that

[@ilblues]

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

[@jeffreysimmons1084]

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

[@MrHand-ih4sz]

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

[@arcdestriumph586]

Redemption ... Good job making things right Son.

[@WeeShoeyDugless]

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

[@carlwetmore608]

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

[@Wulfstan1938]

I'm proud of you my man.

[@rushgeddy8375]

wonderful, tears coming down my face

[@brianstone4302]

Great looking dad guys.Car is awesome too🙏💯

[@ponchorizo1031]

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

[@davidmaraisthecampfireguit2596]

Beautiful!!

[@michelemedina3583]

I'm not crying, you're crying🥲😥😢

[@dianaevans6725]

How precious!!

[@jossefjossikajit4169]

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

[@marvinmartin4692]

Firebird was my first decent car. Bought one my junior year in high school! Loved that car!

[@user-gs6ib2nm1e]

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

[@googoo-gjoob]

the Car Show was a very nice touch.

[@noorzaidi220]

T.Q dad for everything ...! 🎉

[@nightdrive_skyline2427]

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

[@thelarry6864]

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

[@catjudo1]

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

[@gnrtx-36969]

Did you get one?

[@corporalclegg914]

many won’t get this. why would so much effort be put into a car? why is a car so emotionally impactful? those folks often drive average, super boring cars & they never will get it. my Dad’s a Pontiac Man & I grew up knowing 389s & 400s. he now has 3 ‘64 GTOs & a ‘04 GTO…the ‘04 is the only one without 3 Carbs. so, I get it!….and this was amazing. thanks for sharing this. Nice Work, Dude. Nice Work

[@davidstepeck2644]

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

[@PaulRhodes420]

Wow!!! I mean, *WOW!* Mine would be my '71 Chevelle SS!! Silver Grey & Black Stripes!! My 60th was Sept. 27, late gifts are always welcome! ✌😂 That was awesome! I even had a tear of joy for him!! ✌😎❤

[@mr.freeman3199]

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

[@elvisparker4691]

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

[@itBchrisP]

I needed this video to be 25 minutes longer. Such a cool moment. give us a fallow up!

[@franciscomatadominguez7446]

Finally a channel men can cry watching m lol

[@marksmith0209]

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

[@PeterPeli]

This is the very BEST "Parents repaid" video. Excellent.

[@harryplopper9567]

That’s amazing! Julio definitely deserved this. So proud of you for giving him his dream car back after all this time. - scottifer

[@DanaTheInsane]

I just hope its packed with security and insured to the nines so he gets to keep this one! I can;t imagine being loved like that. He has a great family.

[@TheAlfaritos]

Fully insured and in a garage with cameras. 🤓 thank you for your sweet words.

[@mogsx]

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

[@TheAlfaritos]

Love you brother. Glad you’re family!

[@rodneysammons5544]

All the memories flashing back

[@davidsnyder2000]

Makes me cry. He went almost a whole lifetime and finally got a reward for everything he’s done for everyone else. This moment is so much greater than just the car itself ❤️

[@philm2341]

I wish some day I can do the same for My old man 👍🏼 ❤