This Is What It’s Really Like to Drive an Older Car Every Day

[@Owen_Earl]

Thank you all for watching and sharing your experiences! Check out my recent videos too if you’re interested in more.

[@bunface]

Everytime i see a well maintained old vehicle like yours on the road, I smile with appreciation, because what i see is love and trust between its owner and the car. That relationship is precious. I agree with what you mentioned about safety standards, which is the main reason why i dont want to daily commute in an old car. However i will prefer a used car with proven reliability than a brand new one that may have the lastest bella and whistles but lack reliability.

[@Owen_Earl]

Thank you. Awesome comment.

[@capanema-0]

my daily is a 1992 Accord manual, so far it has been very reliable and fun, love how it looks and drives. It's a joy to own and maintain a car that is 13 years older than myself

[@joeyb.7484]

Nailed it brother. My ‘08 CR-V is about to hit 300,000 miles and it runs like the day it rolled off the factory floor. I love it more than any other possession. It’s a part of me. Love isn’t a strong enough word. I have a picture of it framed on my mantle :)

[@Owen_Earl]

That’s so awesome!! Happy to hear it. Thanks for watching

[@PhilMakesThings]

CR-V gang ✊. Despite the frankly awful MPG I’ve no plans to change my ‘06 Mk2. It’s comfortable, heated seats for the months of cold damp weather we have, and plenty of Japanese oddity, like the air conditioned cubby box in the dash and a boot floor that’s also a picnic table. Still running in with 110k miles on it.

[@kgreimer30]

I drive a 2002 Jetta TDI with almost 600,000 km and you're right, those older vehicles are so easy to work on, and parts are cheap.

[@Owen_Earl]

Wow! Those TDI’s seem to go forever. 🙌

[@goldenretriever6261]

I had a gas 2003 with 420k but the body gave out.

[@zanesutherland406]

My daily is a ‘97 VW Passat TDI 5 speed. Got it with about 33k miles, now just passed 70k miles. Love the car! Tan leather interior with forest green exterior, Yakima roof rack, sunroof, great sound system. 6 cd changer in the trunk, cassette. I use an FM transmitter mainly. AC and heat work. Unfortunately a deer recently hit me, but for being in an accident I got very lucky. Need a new mirror, drivers door and rear quarter panel work. But still drives n everything. Most I’ve got is 53.1 mpg, usually average 43-45 mpg in the warmer months.

[@goldenretriever6261]

@@zanesutherland406 my daily is 09 gas Passat wagon. I wish it was diesel. They stopped selling the diesels by then in North America

[@ekims_echoes]

I have two old cars I drive regularly: a 1996 Corolla and a 1995 Chevy 3/4 ton pickup. I drive the pickup less now that I got the Toyota, but they're both great and mostly trouble-free. Repairs have been minor and DIY-friendly and I don't hesitate to drive either on a long drive.

[@Owen_Earl]

Sweet! Good duo.

[@stendecstretcher5678]

My 98 Corolla still going strong.

[@OMNWeak]

Yup, I want a Gen 1 Rav4 now. While I have an AWD of the latest Gen, I could really use another Rav4, but like yours, a 1st Gen. Thank you for the six videos on such a great vehicle!!!

[@redjetfirebird]

08 Lexus GX 470 owner here. Bought it 4.5 years ago for just under $14k. Simple maintenance and 75k miles later, no regrets. SUPER reliable, comfortable, handy and looks so good still. Best of all, no car payments!

[@Owen_Earl]

Excellent!

[@Lovetrain-io6kt]

That's awesome!! I love the GX I have a first gen Lexus rx from 2003 95,000 miles 🎉

[@cudaveyronr3420]

I drive a 1998 explorer, and this guy did show why i love driving an older suv, its just plain and simple, plus they are getting harder to find in nice shape, because they are already cheap and wont depreciate more unless it gets completely trashed.

[@Owen_Earl]

Thank you for watching!

[@ChrisBruno-li6qz]

1995 Toyota Tercel! I love it for the same reason. It works, it's cheap, and it isn't the end of the word if it gets a scratch.

[@FalconWing1813]

The Auto makers need to just remake these classic vehicles, just with the added safety built in. Bring back the steam gauges, buttons, and dials!

[@hamburgerhamburgerv2]

Make it make more money than what they’re currently doing. Go on. Do it.

[@jeanclaude2794]

my first car was a 2011 mini cooper s...any service on it would cost an arm and a leg. after realizing that i need something more sensible since i'm an elctrical apprentice i bought a 2017 toyota rev4. let me just say its the best decision i ever made. racking up so many stress free miles on it is so freeing. i understand now that the reliability and simplicity of a good daily driver is what i enjoy most.

[@2cylinderjohndeere720]

I am driving a 2012 Silverado and hope to keep it going for a few more years! I live in the rust belt and I make sure that I get the truck oil undercoated every year. You have to appreciate having a manual transmission in your Rav 4 as I wished that manuals would make a large comeback in an entry level car. Although my truck is an automatic,it is rewarding and fun to be able to drive a standard!

[@adriangodinez1042]

Love the videos man! My father-in-law gave me his 1998 rav4 5SPD with only 189,000 miles for free! It’s now my daily and never realized how sought-after these cars were till I started driving it around and random people were crushing on it. Great channel so far!

[@Owen_Earl]

Super! Thanks for the support. Happy driving

[@GermanCarGuyMN]

Right now I feel like late 2000s to mid 2010s vehicles are the best. New enough to have somewhat modern technology and hold up to modern safety standards, but old enough to be affordable and have the common issues well documented.

[@Owen_Earl]

For sure!

[@whois3581]

There are several vehicles that I think 2012 to maybe 2015 tops seemed to be the sweet spot before they really starting getting worse. By 2016ish, or especially by 2018 they seemed to get a lot worse.

[@MichaelHayes-j4c]

98’ Buick Park Avenue is my daily driver. It’s a very comfortable and reliable car.

[@Owen_Earl]

Nice, rolling in style

[@MichaelHayes-j4c]

⁠@@Owen_Earlthanks, pal. Love watching your videos.

[@ddellwo]

Gotta love the 3.8 V6 - such an awesome engine!

[@raymond_sycamore]

I love my 2003 Pontiac Vibe and 1995 Ford F250 7.3L PowerStroke! Mid 90s- mid 00s is fine for safety. Just as long as it has ABS and airbags. My truck doesn't have an airbag! Learn to work on your car yourself. Great work, nice ride there friend. I am very happy to see you jump in subscribers.

[@Owen_Earl]

Thanks for the info and support! I love the old body style fords. Cheers

[@IKhanNot]

We have a 15 year old Sentra to use as a winter beater while the summer cars are put up. Such a stress free vehicle to own because I'm past the point of obsessing over it. Change oil, put gas and change small wear and tear parts and that's it.

[@Owen_Earl]

Super! That’s the best.

[@Banhagejoe]

I love watching these videos. I have a 2006 2.2l D4d rav4 with 380k km-s and love it.

[@Owen_Earl]

Awesome, thank you for watching commenting

[@maekawamarcus]

I’m driving the 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE, In Cavalry Blue and I’m absolutely obsessed with the color and love the car itself! That said, I have so much admiration and respect for anyone driving a first-generation RAV4. Seeing them on the road is such a nostalgic reminder of where the RAV4 journey began, and I find that truly humbling.

[@Owen_Earl]

Thanks for the great comment. Cheers

[@jonmarshall1502]

It’s a pretty cool machine. Never gave them much thought back in the day but now I look at these older cars with admiration and a bit of jealousy.

[@Owen_Earl]

Thanks for watching!

[@prodneverforever]

i used to have almost the exact same 98 rav4, just had the automatic transmission. had over 300,000 miles and i miss it a lot! it's too bad that the block literally cracked lol. now i drive around a 2001 tacoma and i couldn't be happier tbh

[@Owen_Earl]

Wow! That’s crazy. Enjoy the Tacoma!

[@Ramiel4]

My friends have a 1996 Geo Tracker. It's slow and feels like about as safe as a tin box, but I'd be lying if i said it wasn't one of the most fun and cute cars I've spent time in.

[@Owen_Earl]

Haha! Thanks for sharing

[@Andylatch]

We daily a 87 Tercel wagon 4wd, it's so simple there is not even a clock. One of the easiest cars to work on.

[@Owen_Earl]

That’s so cool! 💪

[@FreeRange4x4]

I’m really loving your videos Owen. I drive a 1996 Jeep Cherokee XJ. I’ve had 11 cars and I’m only 21. I was caught in that vicious cycle of losing gratification and happiness, and therefore gratefulness before I got this 96’. This time I went in with a different mentality that this would be a daily driver, and that’s all. It’s not modded like every other car I’ve had, has low mileage and ease of repair on these old Jeeps is really spectacular. Like your Toyota, my Jeep is “bulletproof” but people often confuse that with “maintenance free”. It’s an old car, but it will drive without oil if you ever needed to do that lol. It gets me out to off-road campsites very far from civilization and I trust it to do so. And unlike every other car I’ve had, I haven’t regretted it immediately. It’s just an old car. That’s it. And that’s why I love it so much this time. I’ve been making videos of my own on it, and it’s sparked a new passion in the form of editing and color grading that I didn’t have before. Thanks for reading. Keep up the good work, it’s my kinda style.

[@Owen_Earl]

Thank you for commenting! I enjoyed reading, and I relate closely to your experience with your XJ as the same to me with this Rav4. I subscribed to your channel 😎 thanks for the support 🙌

[@FreeRange4x4]

​@@Owen_Earl Of course man! Your vids have given me some inspiration for some videos I could make of the XJ and my thoughts on it. If I wasn't a Jeep guy I would basically have the same Rav you do. Thank you for subscribing

[@Drewcardello]

2004 Ford Explorer. It's tough as nails. Very comfortable ride on freeway, a little clunky in city traffic, don't care if I scratch it or make it dirty. No distracting laggy screens to control the HVAC! It just "works", and I 100% own it.

[@99AmethystZJ]

Love your videos! The rav looks lovely..simpler cars for sure. I've always ran older cars alongside the other halfs newer car we use for longer distances, but for last 25 years I've always had mostly early 90's ford mondeo estates for work(uk) and now a 96 fiat ulysse mpv for last 3 years, it's great! Probably why your vid popped into my algorithm!!👍

[@Owen_Earl]

Love to hear it! Thanks for watching and for your comment.

[@99AmethystZJ]

@Owen_Earl welcome Owen,thanks for your reply 🙌

[@hanshanel1365]

Excellent taste. I love that RAV4 generation. I would drive one to this day if it wasnt for smog controls here in Chile.

[@Owen_Earl]

Thanks!

[@danthompson1467]

lol you know you right on the money . I have a new 2022 maverick but I never drive it because I don't want it screwed up I bought a 2011 and mercury mariner 2.5 4 cylinder I love it I drive it all the time I paid 500.00 for it 254876.5 miles 21 mpg I fixed everything on it and it drives just as good as my new maverick I also drive a 2011 chevy 2500 hd 4x4 with 312789.3 miles on it my work truck has 638234.0 miles on it and I drive it every day the key is OLD IS GOLD keep up the great work👍👍

[@Owen_Earl]

Awesome man, love to hear it! Thanks for the support.

[@victorbaird8220]

More RAV4 videos please 😊 My RAV4 drives great after trans fluid change 😊

[@Owen_Earl]

Nice! I may be doing that soon

[@paolo8588]

2004 1.5 and 2006 1.3 Toyota Vios, both are driven daily. I think upto 2010, cars were made to last a very long time, especially the Japanese brands. I am so much enjoying your RAV4 videos.

[@kingofsludge7262]

I drive a 1999 RX300 and I just love it to death. It’s relatively simple, decent to work on, and just makes me smile

[@Owen_Earl]

Perfect!

[@usnmsc1801]

I have a 2004 RAV4 5-speed; it is wonderful and I have no desire to buy a new vehicle.

[@a.mackey3499]

I recently bought my first car, a 2000 RAV4 (4 door/2WD/5MT). I bought it from a used Prius dealer after the original owner traded it in with 340k miles in need of a lot of mechanical work, all of which the dealer completed before selling it to me. These are my thoughts on the overall platform so far: Pros: -The clutch and shifter both work perfectly fine despite the abuse they endured when I first started learning how to drive stick. -It's narrow and has a short wheelbase so it's very easy to park. Because of these plus the high sitting position, I find my spatial perception overall is a lot better driving my RAV4 compared to a Prius. -The seats hold up incredibly well. There's no visible wear on mine whatsoever. -Handles more like a car than an SUV due to the 4 wheel independent suspension. -Excellent visibility, though I do wish the side mirrors were a bit wider. -The AC is extremely strong and has a crotch vent. -The trunk is at exact knee height and doesn't have a lip, so you can comfortably sit with your legs hanging out of the back. -Commonly-replaced parts are cheap and easy to find. -It's very easy to work on, so it's cheap to fix. There's plenty of space in the engine bay and the oil filter is in a convenient spot - unlike our second gen CR-V where you had to reach through the passenger wheel well. -The cost to insure it is very cheap. Cons: -The 3s-fe is incredibly slow, having 20hp less than the competing 2000 CR-V. You have to rev it pretty high just to get going. Next oil change I'm going to throw in some Seafoam/BG EPR to get out any carbon deposits in it and hopefully make mine a little peppier. -Even in the 4-door version, the back seats are pretty narrow. Taller people have trouble getting in and out. -The glovebox and cupholders are small. You'll find yourself needing to pick up an aftermarket cupholder expander. -It's noisy. The transmission is loud, blower motor is loud, engine/exhaust are loud, and a lot of noise penetrates the cabin because it's a tin can. -It's had several issues with water leaking into the cabin, which I've heard is a weakness on first gens. Leaks from the windshield and passenger side weather stripping have been fixed but I think the worn-out door seals are leaking in a few places. -Interior parts can be hard to find. If something can't be found in Ebay or at a parts store you're stuck looking for a parts car. -The headlights are pretty dim, at least with the halogen bulbs currently installed. My hi-beams are about the same brightness as standard modern LED headlights. -Base stereo has no aux/CD player, just FM radio. Replacements HAVE to be single DIN.

[@Owen_Earl]

That is an incredibly detailed review - thank you!

[@The_Blessed_Cowboy]

That's realy cool that it's a 5spd. I rented one in Samoa and drove it around the island for 7 days. similar model, color, 5spd but had sunroof. They are really fun vehicles and are off road capable. We drove our 2002 Rav into the waiporous public land use area climbing quite a bit. It went most places the stock tacomas and stock jeeps went. Cool find sir 👌

[@Owen_Earl]

That's really cool! Thanks for sharing.

[@robmcd]

I’ve got a Subaru Outback 3.0R with 355961km on it. I’ve owned it 7 1/2 years and bought it at 144,000 for $8000 AUD all in. I’ve spent about $3000 on maintenance and servicing over the years. Had some scares were I thought the head gasket was gone but no still going. The goal is to drive it until the wheels fall of it. I briefly sold Subaru’s brand new in 2009 which was the same model outback then and it’s truly a superb car. Sure the dash gets sticky and starts falling apart but whatever. There’s this thing in economics called “opportunity cost” which means if I buy this what else do I miss out on. If I had a typical car payment over the last 7 1/2 years I would have spent $63,000.

[@Owen_Earl]

That is a good explanation!

[@TrajceBojadjiski]

I have a Golf Mk1 from 1981. Its not really a daily driver but for strolling around town and running errands it is perfect. Its small enough that I can park almost anywhere. And I can repair it with a hammer and a wrench 😂

[@Owen_Earl]

Sounds perfect to me! Haha

[@matttrosclair3196]

Just discovered your videos this morning before work. I have a 2022 Tacoma, and a 1998. Some weeks, I'll drive the 1998 more just because of how simple and fun of a vehicle it is.

[@Owen_Earl]

I like that! Thanks for watching

[@davestout844]

I daily a 2002 RAV4 with around 270,000 miles. Boring, road noise is loud but it's reliable. It likes the revs and is fun to drive. Main reason I wanted it was it has an actual throttle cable, no abs/traction control. Also I can get spare keys made at the hardware store for less than $10 or so.

[@Owen_Earl]

The manual/ mechanical options are great. So simple

[@Beastie_Boy33]

you make great videos. keep it up! and i couldn't agree more with your point about the 'right to repair' on older simpler vehicles. it's great.

[@Owen_Earl]

Thanks so much 💪

[@Dekevdr]

I have a 06 corolla. I thought id hate it but honestly its saved me so much money and fuel. I enjoy how simple the engine and transmission are to work on and i like the retro look of 90s to early 2000s corolla.

[@Owen_Earl]

Spot on! Thanks for watching

[@Dekevdr]

@@Owen_Earl of course! I wish your videos were longer I enjoy seeing the RAV4.

[@waynepeters4611]

Driving a 2005 honda crv and like your rav very easy to maintain,park it anywhere and not worry about it while it's parked,biggest plus no monthly payments

[@Owen_Earl]

Right on!

[@elimatthews5757]

I daily a ‘99 RAV4 as my first car. Needs some work done, but it’s been a great opportunity to dive deep into maintenance and repair. I recently replaced my CV axles and sway bar links myself with the aid of KZbin. I’m excited to drive it for as long as it will let me!

[@Owen_Earl]

Awesome. All the best! Thanks for watching!

[@Fragz96]

Love these videos mate, I recently did the same and bought a 3 door 2nd gen after a lifetime of owning 'cool|sporty|expensive' 'new' cars. I find a lot of joy in maintaining it by doing my own servicing - I'd love to see some videos from you doing some oil changes, power steering flushes, brake bleeds etc. One thing I personally love about the older cars (that I'm sure you will too) is the lack of convenience such as not having android auto simply because putting the effort in yourself to burn and change a CD or find the right radio station contributes to small wins that release dopamine, opposed to the latest and greatest tech although its super handy and convenient they're just easy access dopamine machines unlike these older machines that make you work for it. It helps keep us humble and grateful for the things we have.

[@Owen_Earl]

Thanks for watching! This is a nice comment. I also have an oil change video up from recently

[@LG123ABC]

I've been driving a 2005 Suburban for over 10 years now and it's been great! You know, just because it's an older vehicle doesn't mean you can't take it to a mechanic and get your door fixed. No car payment, cheap insurance and cheap registration fees will pay for LOTS of mechanic bills. Plus, I feel PLENTY safe driving around in my 'burban.

[@Owen_Earl]

Nice, they’re tanks!

[@4doorvip]

Daily a 99 subaru sambar, love the basics Best car ive owned was a 87 tercel 4wd wagon but had to sell due to rust

[@Owen_Earl]

sweet, those tercel 4wds are very cool.

[@jayliepert3816]

I daily a 1997 Toyota Camry(370,000km), owned since 2003. Lots starting to fail but still trust it more than most new vehicles. Just keeping up with the repairs that relate to safety and practicality.

[@Owen_Earl]

Nice man, all the best

[@lyimoej7198]

This is the BEST VEHICLE EVER MADE. IN MY COUNTRY TANZANIA AFRICA, HAVING THIS ONE IS IDEAL. They can handle well some rugged rural roads like military tanks

[@Owen_Earl]

Awesome!

[@davidd5424]

04 xB for the daily workhorse. Utilitarian indeed, never in a rush racing to the next red light with all the modern trucks/SUVs and EVs. Safety is definitely not up to snuff considering the modern land yatchs barreling about. Arms race of bloat and tech. Compromise to have a cool and cheap car I suppose. Great job on cracking the algorithm, keep it up.

[@Owen_Earl]

Right on. Thanks for watching!

[@ditiprel4]

I got an 04 lexus es330. Im 19 and had it since I was 16. Gas and maintnence is expensive, but at least it rarely ever breaks. The interior is amazing and the ride is excellent. I reccomend one to anyone looking for a spare or everyday car. Old toyotas were way better built.

[@Owen_Earl]

Nice man! Thanks for sharing.

[@lowpowermodelife]

Safety trade off is first gen airbags and a reminder to drive defensively and safely

[@brandonsekach2106]

Sold my 99 CRV and bought a 2001 Toyota Tacoma, never had any major problems. I love these old cars!!

[@Owen_Earl]

Great find!

[@brettcunningham713]

Just replaced my 2020 CX-5 with a 2011 Ranger. Been sleeping so much better. Lower registration, lower insurance, lower maintenance, better life.

[@Owen_Earl]

Congrats! Happy driving.

[@pedlpower]

Keeping a car clean goes a long way towards making an older car look younger than it is. Use a back to black product to remove the chalkiness from the bumpers and trim. 2010 Forester X. 180K

[@Owen_Earl]

You said it! Thanks for watching.

[@MapleMarmite]

My daily driver is a ‘97 Mazda Protege. Very basic poverty spec model but that’s less to go wrong. Cheap to run, which is great, no race car but not what I need for local running around. Not the best on a long drive for comfort and speed, though. Spent its life in a heated condo parking garage in Calgary until I was given it for free two years ago so I had it put on the train and sent here to the East Coast. Can still see the factory stickers on the underside it’s so rust free. Just had a bit on the bottom of the front fenders by the rockers where leaves and dirt had built up. Cut that out and fixed it, though. Will keep it going for as long as I can. 👍🏻

[@Owen_Earl]

That’s great! Thanks for sharing, I hope it keeps treating you well

[@lyimoej7198]

I drive a 2004 toyota ist. Since its importation from japan to tanzania 2014 may, it never had any issues. Only oil changes, coolant changes, brake changes. Old toyota cars are the best. They never dissapoint.

[@Owen_Earl]

That's great!

[@jv6miata]

I keep a 2007 Accord as my "older" daily driver. It may not be as old or simple as a 1990's accord but it's still easy to repair. I was able to swap a blown v6 for a junkyard motor in less than 3 days, and it started the first turn key.

[@Owen_Earl]

That’s impressive and great to hear

[@MrValianok]

Also was thinking about old Rav4 safety before buying my own, but after 4 years on a motorcycle can say that safety - not an issue if you learn how to ride/drive defensively. And look at that windows! Actually you have a great advantage in visibility comparing to modern cars!

[@Danny-sp9yu]

99 Jeep Cherokee, 230k miles. Been my daily for 4 years. Needs repairs every once and while but no car payments = freedom, less stress.

[@Owen_Earl]

Well said!

[@rscott2187]

Financial genius you are! and love the stick on that Rav! We have a 2005 Honda CRV bought 9 years ago for our Daughter to drive to college it had 160k on it, now almost 300k love it, Its our pick up though tranny might be out not sure yet. But why wouldn't we repair and keep driving it another 5 years what are you going to buy for $3k nothing! My all time favorite vehicle #1 PAID FOR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Owen_Earl]

Thanks for watching and thanks for sharing!

[@marcinbujok7388]

My 88 volvo 240 still going strong. Love working and driving this trusty wagon.

[@Owen_Earl]

Old Volvos are really cool!

[@ItsssColin]

Saw another one of your videos on this car and have been in love with your channel since! Great information, not biased- definitely earned a sub! Excellent video thumbnail by the way, a nice shot showing your love for this car while still displaying the Rav 4 clearly so people like me may think “It’s that guy who made the other Rav 4 video” (That’s whats thought process was)

[@Owen_Earl]

Many thanks!

[@dannyrbailey]

2008 Volvo s80 T6. 175,000 miles. Bought it in 2021 one owner with 100,000. It’s been great for a Volvo. I make sure to stay on top of maintenance and oil changes every 5-7k I do myself with synthetic.

[@Owen_Earl]

Perfect man!

[@McFlysGarage]

I daily drive 70’s and 80’s Mercedes diesels for many years. One year I had a ‘64 beetle I added to the mix. This would be a nice one to drive too

[@Owen_Earl]

Sweet! Thanks for sharing

[@UrbanNomad883]

Looks so much better than the current RAV4 or any modern Hyundai / Kia Crossover, which are overstyled status symbols. I'm in the UK and own a Qashqai (Rogue Sport) and am seriously looking at getting an old Volvo 740 /60 saloon. The 80's American styling has always appealed and I've seen some nice, clean examples for under £4,000.

[@mauriciolazo]

I have a 04 Honda Pilot. Overbuilt low power engine, sturdy, strong and reliable as a horse (if you do your maintenance as said by the owners manual). Has already 20 years and I know I can get 15 more, easily.

[@Owen_Earl]

That's super!

[@mauriciolazo]

@ your content is super! Keep it going 🙏🏽

[@RayRayIsCoolio]

I currently have a 2022 Honda Civic, bought it new, my first new car ever. I'm definitely going to keep that thing forever, fuck trading it in

[@Owen_Earl]

Sweet man, all the best!

[@brentfoster9138]

I still daily a 2003 Honda element I purchased as an ex demo in 2004. Best car I’ve ever owned. 360 000 kilometres. With careful maintenance and annual oil sprays, I have no plans to retire it anytime soon.

[@Owen_Earl]

Wow, that’s great!

[@matthewzimmerman2637]

Watching from Texas. Take care of a Toyota and it will take care of you. I drive a 1999 4Runner

[@Owen_Earl]

That is awesome! I owned a 97 with 417k km, drove like new.

[@christiansinamano4827]

In the summer, i bought my first car and it was a 2002 Kia Magentis SE V6. Best purchase i've ever made.

[@Owen_Earl]

Congrats on your first car!!

[@christiansinamano4827]

@@Owen_Earl Thanks!

[@paulthepolarbear9914]

you’re absolutely crushing it in this new channel man. You do any of your own repairs?

[@Owen_Earl]

Thank you! I typically will do my own repairs whenever possible if it is not too complicated or time consuming.

[@EricMossy]

Just bought a 2009 Honda Crv with 224k miles. Love the thing picked it up for cheap. Exterior is a bit beat but the car runs and drive great. I love high mileage cars

[@Owen_Earl]

😄👍

[@insid3493]

That's a Based car! I have an 88 Camry with a 5 speed manual, but it does feel a little too old for my liking, I had a 2000 Camry CE and it was my favorite car, but I would love a 1st Gen RAV4 like this one

[@Owen_Earl]

Woah! That’s cool. I hope you find something when the time is right.

[@Wolf4wdadventures.576]

I love them first gen Rav's... I own a 2007 Honda CR-V AWD... And love it.

[@Owen_Earl]

Thank you for watching

[@igorseprak6177]

1989 Corolla All Trac, 2005 Matrix 1.8 L, 2006 RAV4, and recently added to the fleet a 1995 Chevy Tahoe 5.7L TBI for towing.

[@Owen_Earl]

Awesome lineup!

[@BuckingFeast]

I drive a 2005 outback 5MT 294,000 kms - bent a valve this weekend so fixing that this weekend unfortunately.

[@zanesutherland406]

I have an ‘07 Outback, 5 speed 2.5. Love the car, but it needs some work. When it was -24°F I had to help my grandma, the hydraulic seal failed and started leaking. I need a new steering rack. Was using it just on our farm to get from one side of the property to the other, but my battery died, was the one that came with it when I bought the car in 2022. Need a friend’s friend to help me replace the rack. Loved the car a ton when it was my daily besides adding oil every couple weeks.

[@ddellwo]

My current daily driver is a 2008 Ford Taurus that I purchased back in 2016 when it was eight years old and only had 4000 miles on the odometer. Today it is just coming up on 100,000 miles and still going strong! I fully expect it to last to the end of my career and take all the miles and abuse of a “work car”……….👍 Prior to that, my daily driver was a 1997 Chevy Cavalier that I purchased in 2014 for a “song” from my aunt who had purchased it new and was moving into an assisted living facility. At the time I bought it, it had 31,000 miles on the odometer and I sold it last year to some guy driving by on the street when it had a little over 180,000 miles on the clock! Last winter I purchased my son a 2013 Toyota Corolla to use as his “college car” when he headed off to Texas State University in the fall. The car had a shade over 16,000 miles on the odometer, but needed some TLC to get it looking good and running well. He just got home for winter break and it is running like a top and has been averaging between 30-32 mpg since he’s had it on the road! I took it out for a little drive the other day and was amazed at what a solid, simple little ride it is………👍 The next vehicle I purchase will likely be for myself as a “retirement gift” - I’m torn on buying something new, or looking for another older, low-mileage vehicle like the ones mentioned above that I can have fun with while at the same time having reliable and economical transportation……….🤔

[@Owen_Earl]

That's awesome, thanks for the great comment. All the best with finding something, and retirement.

[@Stormtrooper_98Trd]

I got a 95 4runner and a 98 4runner I'm keeping on the road. My parents have 9 more 90s toyotas!

[@Owen_Earl]

Sweet!! 😎

[@patricksmith928]

96 ford ranger. 137k, best $2200 I ever spent. Daily commuter, can haul stuff, no kids junk inside, great heat, no ac bit who cares. And roll down windows. Love it.

[@Owen_Earl]

That's the best haha nice.

[@ddellwo]

I purchased a 1997 Ford Ranger brand new and drove it up to about 165k before giving it to my niece to use as her high school vehicle. She is now graduated from college and out in the work force, but the Ranger was sold to one of her neighbors and is still on the road 27 years later! Loved my first Ranger so much I bought another new one in 2009 before that classic old body style went out of production! Still have it in my collection today - spotless condition and about 37,000 miles on the odometer………👍

[@colexxiii]

ive been daily driving a 00 rav4 for about 5 months. Its everything you need and nothing you dont. everything still works with 180k miles just had to do a new timing belt

[@Owen_Earl]

That’s super! I just received a timing belt replacement kit I ordered in.

[@PeterHernandez-lg2eh]

1995 Honda odyssey ex d best. Just keeps going

[@brianmadison7166]

Still driving my 97 Tacoma 4x4 with the bulletproof 2.7 liter 4-cylinder engine and manual transmission with 279K miles.

[@Owen_Earl]

That's sweet! I love the 3RZ-FE, actually had one in my 4runner!

[@Vossfcn99]

I just like the interior designs of cars of late 90s/early 2000s so much more. I’ve had several Volkswagen Golfs from that era. Sadly it’s harder and harder to find well maintained cars of that age.

[@Owen_Earl]

Truth!

[@aioni77]

2001 Rav4 here 😊

[@Owen_Earl]

Nice!

[@Hansblender]

My daily driver is currently a Model y but i am actually thinking of selling it to replace it with an old suv mainly because i am annoyed by the road handling of the y.

[@Owen_Earl]

Toyota or Lexus has many comfortable and reliable older SUV’s if you can find one in nice shape. Just worse on gas. All the best!

[@10cpaul]

Be glad you're young and long legs to hop through that window!! lol 2010 toyo Highlander here.. but everything still works

[@Owen_Earl]

😂👍👍

[@aaronwood6214]

It puts a smile on my face to see this, and although I'm gearing to sell my 2000 Honda CRV, it treated me well and I agree with the sentiment. Similar story with my old Carolla (2004 ascent with a whoolleee lotta clear coat coming off) - dead simple, dead boring, always reliable. And cheap, which to a 17 year old just starting to drive isn't at all unwelcome. I just think that if you own an old car and treat it well, it will chug along cheerfully with not a care in the world.

[@Owen_Earl]

Very nice. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@Danteofsparda2237]

1990 BMW E30 318i. Not the fastest e30, ful of scratches and fading paint. but i still love it and drive it daily.

[@Owen_Earl]

That's great, thanks for watching

[@WestTexasRingo]

I drive a 1996 Dodge Dakota 5.2L, the paint is flaking off all over but it gets the job done.

[@Owen_Earl]

The way to do it 🙌

[@BMMEC2009]

We have three older vehicles, a 2009 Tacoma, a.2008 Outback LL Bean. And a 1993 z24 Cavalier convertible. So much easier and cheaper than new vehicles.

[@Owen_Earl]

Nice lineup! Thanks for watching.

[@AZOOZ4704]

Cool car but it really looks small next to you, can you show us how you load it up with camping kit?

[@Owen_Earl]

Great point

[@bobpoland6042]

I drive a 1997 f150 with a 4.6l it has 273,000 miles I drive it all the time.

[@Owen_Earl]

Sweet man!

[@Darkages-85]

My 95 z28 camaro isn't a daily, but it still rides in the summer.

[@Owen_Earl]

Nice! Sweet ride.

[@EyeReviveYou]

I have a 07 Honda Element. Got rid of my 08 Lexus IS 250 and my 04 Acura TL for it because I live in NY and needed a car BUILT for these rough roads. Never been happier. P.S: im 22 years of age

[@Owen_Earl]

Nice! Good to hear

[@TheBanwait8]

My daily driver is a 2007 Honda accotd coupe that I bought brand new. It only has only 104k KM on it...I got a new Acura but love my old Honda.

[@Owen_Earl]

Super! 🙌

[@slayerx681]

I hear so many people justifying their purchase of a car that costs as much as their annual salary by saying they need a "safe" and "reliable" new car for them to drive their family around in. Meanwhile they never take into account the fact that they drive recklessly, essentially eliminating ANY added safety benefit, as they speed everywhere and text/watch TikTok while driving. Nor do they take into account the constant reliability issues and recalls that plague so many new cars that are so laced with electrical components and poorly designed engines/transmissions, that are just as likely (or more) to leave them stranded on the highway as a 96 civic. In reality it seems like ego and keeping up with the joneses, paired with poor financial decision making, that leads them to these purchases.

[@timpohlman3508]

Hey keep up the videos!! I am driving a 97 camry with 243 k hope for many more thanks!!

[@Owen_Earl]

Thanks for the support! Thats awesome. I’m filming another video today.

[@ZachHenry-tk6cd]

97 4Runner 197k on the clock bought it last year paid someone to do the water pump timing belt new denso rad and trans cooler I replaced the starter changed the oil a couple times, way better than a car payment

[@Owen_Earl]

That’s great! 👍

[@hamburgerhamburgerv2]

Car enthusiasts: Until what you want makes them more money, you won’t get it