Why I Drive An Old Truck...

[@jamesmustin7289]

I am 73 years old. I live alone but have family. I am an original owner of a 1997 Honda Del Sol Si five speed manual . I have not had a car payment since 1999. This two seater does everything I want in s Sports car. I need or want no other car. I think it is insane to be making $1k monthly car payments.

[@greathey1234]

Show offs and environmental mandates killed good cars

[@The1JBanks]

What’s the mileage paw paw?

[@Maplecook]

I drive a 1991 Honda Civic. I think I met you in front of the Japanese Supermarket in town a couple od years ago?

[@billyhighfill]

I owned one of these. LOVED IT!!!

[@Maplecook]

@@billyhighfill Double wishbone suspension, cable-operated throttle, almost 360 degree visibility...it's wonderful!

[@Alex_is_my_name_o]

I’m a 33 year old garbage man that didn’t go to college. I drive an old ram too. All of my friends have newer cars with wild car payments and I do way better financially than them but don’t flaunt it. They talk about never being able to retire while my wife, a teacher, and I are well in our way to retiring in our 50s with three kids five and under. Nowadays everybody wants to keep up with the Jones’s. Comparison is the thief of joy.

[@bradbruggeman6745]

I've worked close to 30 years in an iron foundry. (Hot and dirty). I recently retired.But 23 years ago, I bought a new pickup for $ 32,500. I took a care of it and did maintenance on it. I still have it, and it's still in good shape. After paying it off,I saved my money. After retirement, I bought a brand new one with cash. Now, unless I wreck it,It should last me the rest of my life.

[@Brian-dh9lp]

@@Alex_is_my_name_o keep rockin it man!

[@gecko4310]

I have a friend who never went to college as well but he did very well working for a courier company. Saved money, spent wisely and ended up own two houses in Greater Vancouver area. His wife a waitress. He bought and drove only used cars. Some were older BMW, the really old ones like 15-20 years old. The older ones had less plastic. It’s all matter of spending wisely. New cars are a big rip off. When I was young, in my 20’s, I did buy a brand new car but after that it’s been all used cars.

[@bradbruggeman6745]

​@gecko4310 It sounds like he did well. My point was it's really not such a bad thing to buy a brand new vehicle as long as you keep it for a long time and maintain it well,at least from my experience. I've done it this way but I detail vehicles on the side and I am picky about how my vehicle looks. When I buy a new one I usually try to choose one in a unique and rare color or options to make it different from the rest. That's hard to achieve on the used market.

[@Orlando1106]

At least we look good driving down thr road and love our fancy cars.

[@panasonik780]

I have a 2019 f150 Ecco boost, I am replacing it with a1992 Silverado, 102,000 km. which I purchased from an elderly couple. I am glad you’re bringing this to the public

[@davekeller2798]

I have a 91 Silverado. It doesn't have a " gaggle " of USELESS ELECTRONICS

[@yorsan2240]

The 5.7l until 1999 was their best , they replaced it with the 5.3l and while not a bad engine the rear main seal is very problematic

[@666dynomax]

@@yorsan2240 and cylinder deactivation really was a shitstain for gm

[@BAtadCrazy]

Dealerships can't even fix their own cars these days. WTF?

[@2H2521]

Ecoboost Ford’s are complete junk, stay away from them at all costs. Anything with twin turbos regardless of the manufacturer is a massive red flag, naturally aspirated is the way to go.

[@marine052520031]

Two years ago I sold my 2020 Ram and purchased a 91 GMC Z71. Love my old truck i put a $3000 transmission and it runs 👍 good advice

[@mauriluciano1780]

How many miles does it have? And don’t have any recommendations for any trucks? I’m trying not to be picky but I really love 3rd gen Silverado preferably 2018 (since it’s a bit more reliable out of all 2014-2019)

[@JimThompson-i3u]

If you want an old reliable try to find a Crown Vic or Mercury Grand Marquis. Reliable* V-8 and simple four speed transmission. The two can last a really long time. Keep an eye out for an estate sale. These cars owned by elderly couples will often have very little miles and are very well taken care of. Best part for me and my twenty two year old grandpa car is the lack of surveillance & data collection tech installed.

[@subaruamazon]

300k 400k 500k. i have a 01 stang conv. gt. 4.6. it has been good since i bought it two yeas ago. 101k now 105k. it is like a mini crown vic.

[@manasseh7]

Just got my hands on an 08 P71 last week with only 138k..runs like a clock

[@subaruamazon]

@@manasseh7 my guy - will go 300k 400k easy. i change my oil every spring - probably every 2000 miles. only use it in spring summer. too and from the NJ shore.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

The 4.6 is an overhead cam V8. It actually has two overhead cams. One cam for each bank.

[@timothydubois5834]

You have to go back to '91 for a pushrod v8. Not many around anymore.

[@flvor]

Thank you for posting this, I have a 2010 Toyota Tundra that I bought 5 or 6 years ago. Today it has 180,000 miles on it and no signs of stopping!

[@markholubetz]

Great to hear! Keep it going

[@jamesmustin7289]

@@flvor No knows where this crazy world is going. People who were in vintage cars no matter the type take care of their car or truck . They know and feel it. Today’s cars are mostly planned junk. Car people are better off in many ways by having something positive to think about.

[@marquinhoscabecao]

I have a 2009 Tacoma 4x4 5speed manual that I bought for 10k cash witg 75k miles in 2017! Today it has 135k miles and I only spent money on tires and fuel! I will never sale this truck!

[@robertreitmanjr4413]

I got a 08 tundra v8 ans has 280k miles only had a small tranny fix and radiator replaced..

[@patrickboyd3364]

Because of no car payment I am able to pay down my mortgage hopefully my home will be paid off in 2029 on the other hand if I want to drive an exotic vehicle my nephew has a few of those from a G-Wagon to a Lotus Emira.

[@isaacsplumbing]

2004 Silverado 173000. Exterior requires attention but the 5.3 LS kicks ass.

[@markholubetz]

Early 5.3 is a beast. Awesome engines

[@michaelwarner9113]

I agree, I have a 2004 GMC Sierra, and it does get up and go

[@johnz.2907]

Vortecs go forever, just replace my rusted fuel lines at the fuel filter. Replaced 3rd fuel pump $50 Amazon 2003 Escalade 248,000 miles for work. 1st 2 trannys and fuel pumps lasted 124k each lol 3rd 1 last another 124K that be another 10 years. Lol.

[@Brian-dh9lp]

It's actually an LM7, not an LS. I had one and it was really good to me.

[@ryanphinney438]

6.0 4l80 330k miles running strong is my daily

[@gecko4310]

You have very good points. I have two used vehicles but all paid for. Car payments keep people poor.

[@markholubetz]

Yes people get in over their heads all too often

[@greathey1234]

Old is gold. I have a Nissan hardbody for everyday driving and many other luxury cars for special occasions

[@briannielsen7176]

I drive a 2002 f250 4x4 and I have had to replace many things on it. It's simple and its paid for and that's what I love about it.

[@Vincent-ke5zn]

Great truck

[@markbradley5873]

I drive the same bought it new still looks and drives great with 225,000

[@briannielsen7176]

@markbradley5873 I bought mine with 156k from a local dealership and it was a piece of crap at the time. I have dumped much money on it from the replacement of the transmission the engine and body work. To many other things. Fortunately the truck runs great now. It's still cheaper then 60k to 100k for a new truck.

[@w.e.s.]

A 02 f250 is a pos

[@olikat8]

'99 F350 SD 4wd I keep around because it's a great truck

[@jerryalspaugh1834]

I like your video because you 100% right I own a 1996 Jeep Cherokee with the 4.0 inline 6 and I'll tell you that's the most reliable vehicle easy to work on and I got a 94 Cherokee behind the garage for backup and you only pay $30 for registration each year!

[@manasseh7]

Yes sir, my dad’s got that same year and just shy of 200k and runs great. Hard to kill those in-line 6’s

[@jim-se5xc]

2000 TJ Wrangler. 400,000km. Goes forever. I love that little jeep.

[@fossilfish786]

Nothing cooler than a old Cherokee.

[@monikhushalpuri]

And worst comes to worst the ECM or wiring goes bad...just slap a carb on it

[@jgcruisers]

Awesome!

[@goat4298]

I get people criticizing me for driving a 2006 F150 because of the 5.4 3v engine that's in it. My response is that at least I don't have to make payments, so therefore if the engine does fail, any money i have saved can go into a brand new crate engine and go another 230,000 miles.

[@subaruamazon]

is it the tri one?

[@BrianVincent-k6g]

If it's made it to 230k and blows its not a fail.

[@subaruamazon]

@@BrianVincent-k6g i say if the oil is changed regularly, they are ok.

[@shawnking4671]

I have an 05 f150 w/5.4 at 366,000mi but need the timing chain redone or get it rebuilt.

[@subaruamazon]

@@shawnking4671 with the overpriced junk on the market i would fix it.

[@BrianPetersen-l2w]

I agree with you. I've been driving my 2008 Toyota SR5 V6 RWD 4Runner for 16 years and everything still looks and works like new. Love the simplicity of this truck, Iowa winters are no problem. With normal dealer servicing all I replaced was tires. I can't find a new vehicle today that I would even want. I paid $28k new for cash, and have no debt at all.

[@markholubetz]

Great vehicle Brian and I agree, it’s so liberating not having a car payment but owning a vehicle that is reliable

[@Woodsrider9338]

I am driving a 2009 4 Runner with over 200k and a 2011 Duramax with 242k they both run great and have not had a payment for years now and would not trade them for a payment.

[@subaruamazon]

07 camry. how many miles? drive it into the ground. but the new 4runners are great too - v6 and v8's that is.

[@subaruamazon]

@@Woodsrider9338 i dont wonder why the lots are full when I drove down from nj to philly. all along 276 penn pike, ncd's with lots and lots full of cars. who needs an 85k wranger?

[@jimsimmons552]

I have a 2001 SR5 V6 4Runner, 151K. Usually, 1 thing goes wrong on it every year. Fairly reliable. Loves to drink gas.

[@73dustpan]

I picked up a 03 Tahoe with a V8 from a family member for 2500.00 bucks. High miles decently clean, minor bumps and bruises but damn happy with it.

[@subaruamazon]

keeps you out of this crazy market. and the quality is rock solid. how much is one like that new? and it will live in the shop. we are still broken from covid hangover.

[@73dustpan]

@ I had a ford raptor before and it constantly would break down, got rid of it and picked up this Tahoe that had been sitting for years. Threw in a new battery new tires and been driving it for a year with no issues. Can’t beat a older Chevy

[@mrogersgmt800]

She's just a baby 👶, I got a 2000 silverado with 479,000 miles. Still runs like a champ with no issues. Proper maintenance with Factory ACdelco parts is key.

[@subaruamazon]

@@mrogersgmt800 omg. that is unbelievable. how is the tranny?

[@jonschuma]

@@73dustpan 01 Yukon with 280k on it here. No check engine on. Doesn't look pretty but gets the job done

[@TheTundraDude57]

Proud owner of a 08 (purchased brand new in September 2008) Toyota Tundra 5.7L V8 Double Cab. It is garage kept, religiously maintained, and gets nothing but Amsoil full synthetic oil/fluids/filters every 5000 miles. It’s never left me stranded. As of today, it’s got 137,429 trouble free miles. I love having a physical key, 381 horses under the hood, and no silly iPad stuck to the dash. I plan on keeping this truck till I leave this earth for heavens greener pastures.

[@subaruamazon]

07 camry. 153k. that will go 300k easy. 400k probably. 500k possibly. who wants a turbo tundra with engines blowing up? are oems insane?

[@camilosoquediaz]

That Tundra will last forever…. I’ve owned a 2000 Nissan Frontier V6 engine 238k on the odometer and still going

[@Tonyconner74]

Excellent video...🎉

[@Tonyconner74]

​@camilosoquediaz I am looking at a 2007 Tundra, it has 374,000 for $5,500 from a dealership? Any advice??.....

[@camilosoquediaz]

@ get it…. Try to negotiate the price a little bit and if the engine dies overhaul it… those trucks last forever

[@joeldoxtator9804]

I bought the 2015 F150 and it seems to be the sweet spot between modern and old. You can keep the truck going indefinitely. You can upgrade everything to modern tech if you want. Also, parts will be available FOREVER! My 2015 is hitting 10 years old and still runs like new. Taking care of it has become my hobby.

[@AntonyGoud]

I bought a $909 2005 honda crv 300000km, in australia family and friends laugh. I love it.

[@davidanderson8469]

Cheap to register and insure. We have a 2005 Honda Pilot. 270K and it purrs and shifts like new.

[@Dankehum]

I mean its all good just drive safer becuase safety regulations on older cars dont uphold in todays market. By market i mean, if a newer car collide against yours , the outcome will be worse on your side.

[@timkis64]

my old ranger is still doing fine after 34 years.they made them better back then.the original water pump lasted 174k miles.still passes state inspections & 1990 smog standards at 203k miles.i'll be dead before it hits 300k.considering it took 27 years to reach 200k.

[@jadonnoble5621]

You are speaking my language! I have this exact model truck. A 2003 dodge 1500 with the 4.7. I run a lawn care business and this is the truck I have been using since I started the business. Could I upgrade, yes. Do I need to, no. It has enough power to pull my trailer and mowers and I don’t have to worry if I scratch it up a little bit. Instead of upgrading my truck I have been upgrading my mowers over the years to be more efficient. Running this cheap truck has saved me tens of thousands of dollars while not causing me to be any less efficient then having a new truck.

[@michaelp8856]

did you buy it used? need of any repairs along the way? any other things?

[@jadonnoble5621]

@ it’s been in my family it’s whole life. My grandfather bought it new and I’ve owned it for about 5 years. I haven’t had too many issues with the truck. Just some basic fixes like the radiator and lifters and rockers have needed replaced.

[@k_kelsey]

Smart

[@feellovedbynature6553]

I drive 2005 Toyota Camry V6.. its starts every time and takes me from point A to point B.. I think a lot of people peer pressured into buying newer vehicles.. same thing applied when people bought bigger houses that they could not afford during covid times.. I believe we as humans as expecting way too much now and think we are entitled of everything.. Just by being grateful it can save us from a lot of stresses in life

[@michaelp8856]

how much did you pay for it?

[@feellovedbynature6553]

@@michaelp8856 Hi Michael I paid $4000.. Bought it in 2018 with 145 000 kms

[@gusgiesel]

Same. I love my 2006 Tacoma 4-cylinder. 197k miles and rock solid, runs perfect and everything works.

[@feellovedbynature6553]

@@gusgiesel That is awesome! 💪

[@kaiserbillxiv1245]

I purchased a 2003 Regal LS fully loaded four years ago with 119K km. Over five years later it has around 157K kms. Bullet proof 3.8. Excellent condition and cheap to run and insure. Paid cash. 3K Cdn.$ Did upgrades to it, but easy to work on and only had to replace brakes and cat.

[@subaruamazon]

07 camry. 3.8 lesabres think they are toyotas lol. perhaps one of the best gm engines ever!!!!!!

[@JasonKale]

I own a 2003 Buick Century. Every one makes fun of me..Its easy to work on and cheap to fix..Put another 100,000 miles on the car...Saves me a lot of money..Love the Regal!!! Drive on!!!

[@subaruamazon]

@@JasonKale 3.8's are legendary. it is a minimalist time. no one has money. your car and my 07 camry keeps us out of the stealerships and off of FB scams. dont get caught up in what people think. we have great transportation. gets us from point a to b. that is what a car is for. keeps us out of the poor house. drive on my guy.

[@monikhushalpuri]

I got a 2004 impala ss bout it for 2500 cdn, 3.8 supercharged...super reliable but gotta admit late 90s-2000s gm brake lines and fuel lines like to rust away...mine is sitting for now because of a rusted out fuel line but solid engine

[@kaiserbillxiv1245]

@@JasonKale I think it makes people uncomfortable to see older cars still running. They want to justify going into the hole for a newer vehicle.

[@constantinflorea447]

I have a 2010 Dodge Ram with a 3.7 v6 and 160000...best purchase I've ever made..I keep her going with normal maintenance and she starts every time ( winters in Kansas can be brutal), but she keeps ticking...old steel rules

[@tommcintosh7241]

I've been doing this for decades I value my money!

[@Bathrooms_LA]

This man is full of wisdom I spent a lot of my money in cars until I bought my last new car I’m keeping it until it breaks.

[@joemartin8888]

Your old truck is part of the channel at this point....Looking back, it might even be the reason I started watching you in the first place.... Id like to continue seeing the truck in episodes through 2030

[@oldroscoe2590]

My 1999 F150 still looks good, starts easy, runs good, brakes and steering good. A cheap up to date in dash entertainment radio that will play my mp3 and a cover for the worn out driver's seat and it became my daily driver. I noticed my dog doesn't care what he rides in as long as he gets to ride in it.

[@BrianVincent-k6g]

And you don't mind the dog jumping in there with muddy paws. I have a newer suv, and a old one I prefer when we are in the old one bc I don't give a damn about a stain, or mess.

[@musclesmouse]

Sold my 1999 F150 in 2019. I do miss it

[@kevinblanton7567]

I’m with you brother!!

[@icelandicwhitewater]

So happy I stuck with my 2002 Land Cruiser. Sure, the neighbors might not envy me, but I don’t envy them of their Tesla or their car payments. No payments, no updates, no bleeping or binging the whole time. Just a reliable car that runs like a charm.

[@wheressteve]

I bought a 2003 f150 with 350,000 kms and brand new tires for $1000. That was 6 years ago and I am happy every time I look at the current 480,000 kms and it always starts and has never stranded me once. I found another one a lot like it in even nicer shape for $1600 and it is parked in a barn waiting for its turn. That should get me to the end of my own road so I'm all set !

[@subaruamazon]

dont say that. makes me sad.

[@duncancox2243]

My 50 year old Cheyenne 20 Camper Special still doing what I need it to do

[@clutchoholic6550]

Yes!!! 👍

[@bjorntorsten8241]

I'm 52 with a 2002 Toyota estima JDM minivan, 2.4 petrol, auto etc. I paid £1500 that's it and it works and I can park it anywhere and not worry- I would add to your video the fact that the old cars are so comfy, soft suspension, puffy valour seats, bigger wall tyres, slushy gearbox which shifts like butter, heavier gauge metal and parts, heavy duty plastics, interior lights that sometimes last the life of the car 😂 great video!

[@MartinOShield-s6d]

I love his honesty & intellect and have been following him “unofficially” for awhile. Today I’m a registered follower Keep going!

[@raymond_sycamore]

I drive a 2003 Pontiac Vibe and a 1995 F250 7.3L Got two properties. One is paid off and the rent pays for the mortgage and then some on the other. I have $20k in the bank. I don't have to work.

[@davidanderson8469]

I observed a Vibe get hit from the rear at 80 mph by a lunatic in a BMW. That sucker rolled and rolled knocking out the driver but the shell was in good shape. I was astounding. The poor driver got racked up pretty badly but went home the next day from the hospital.

[@thegreat9481]

The Vibe is really a Toyota Matrix.

[@TempoMontages]

@@thegreat9481 yea people might think chevy is reliable if they dont know the pontiac is a toyota

[@thegreat9481]

@@TempoMontages haha

[@Haircuthustler1]

Keep getting off bro

[@loganyang1207]

Wrecked my civic back in 2022. Figured it was time to get a truck since I was starting my handyman business with other side jobs that would need me to carry more tools. Bought my late grandfather’s 03 tundra! Does everything I need as far as what I need out of a truck. Easy to work on and the reliability of Toyota… priceless! Ironic that all my friends with newer trucks are always calling me to help them fix them. Firm believer in buying what you need over wants, but to each his own.

[@erickirklin2962]

My 1977 F250 has served me well for the last 20 years.300000 miles later we are getting ready to go on a trip this afternoon. Keep the oil changed an air in the tires. Gas mileage not as good as some of the newer stuff but still cheaper than payments. And a thing some people don't think about is the difference in insurance.

[@stevanaeastwood8059]

You’re winning big time!! Love it!

[@jimbo9357]

4.7 in my '09 Dakota 200000 miles still running strong looks great. No payments.

[@louisstennes3]

You are a wise man with sage advice. I too own an older 2005 Nissan Titan with the bullet proof 5.7L Endurance V8 mated to a simple 4 speed auto with O/D and tow mode. The key is MAINTENANCE, Maintenance and Maintenance.. I am not a mechanic and some things get pricey but it is MINE and NO truck payment. It is a base model but that is the way I like my trucks as I grew up on a farm and know what a p/u truck is for, not a 100,000 limousine. Happy Holidays and keep up the good work!.

[@cameronjenkins5304]

Easy, because that truck Brand new is $90,000 brand new in Canada today! Keep driving that thing until the wheels fall off!

[@VinnyTheChin11]

The whole point of taking care of your vehicle is so the wheels don't fall off, this term has to be the dumbest thing u hear around the internet still.

[@davidanderson8469]

Yeah ,bad time to be a car salesman or dealer.

[@williamnoble8011]

I purchased a 94 dodge diesel manual 4x4 with 80kms $25,000 in 1996. I just gifted to my dear son. The truck was redone at a cost of$12,000. No bondo milage is 517,000 kms. Runs and looks great. I owned it for 28 years ,never once did I ever regret it. I loved that truck.

[@HemiLyfestyle]

My 03 Dodge ram engine started smoking it had 300k. I went and replaced it myself $500 engine. And couple hours of my time and it was back on the road in one day. Now it has 321k miles

[@StonewallSheetr-yo2cb]

Nice work.

[@mercedeslindigenous4219]

I have an 01 sierra which has been a great truck for work, parts are cheap and abundant it's also very easy to work on, Ill stick with the old stuff, the more features the more likely something will fail

[@Prepare2Survive]

You shouldn't have so many keys attached to your ignition key because over time the added weight putting down on that ignition lock will wear it out. Those Dodge 4.7 liter engines had lots of problems with warped cylinder heads.

[@martinbeckmann9376]

I drive an old square body one ton. Almost 700,000 k , fourth engine. For some reason I’m in love with it.

[@richardgonzalez6583]

He’s very right I have a 2005 GMC Yukon I absolutely love that truck close to 200,000 miles and sure I’ve had to change ball joints radiators water pump serpentine belt stuff like that but I could still work on it myself and like he said couple nuts and bolts come off get the new part bolt it back together and working like new I love older vehicles

[@markcollins457]

Great topic, I went to school for HVAC(many yrs ago) and I ask the teacher what is the best brand. He said buy the best brand and the cheapest model no minimal options.

[@vintagenomads157]

Ive been driving vintage iron my entire life daily. Im 61 and my 2 drivers are 77 Silverado Crew Cab 10K 80 Jeep Wagoneer 5k , purchased 2 yrs ago. So simple to fix!

[@chadfield376]

You are 100% correct in your thinking with older trucks in general and the reasons to own one vs new; I think with most people with common sense are going to start going your described route as most realize vehicles are a daily life tool and do not need to be fancy, just practical for their needs🙂 With that particular 4.7L engine, just stay on top of the maintenance as that version seems to implode itself if oil change intervals are not kept on target.

[@RichardWagenknecht]

First Toyota Highlander went 300,000 miles. Sold it and it’s still going. I keep cars for over a decade. Great way to save money.

[@MauriceLabandeira]

1998 f150,, 2005 autoride suburban lt and my 2006 toyota matrix...all fix-it-uppers ...proud to work on older vehicles that are paid off!

[@Wicked_RotF30]

My father took my 96 OBS k1500 old school. It’s got an old school carb 350. It's not factory, but it’s simple and just runs.

[@tszymk77]

I've got a 2006 4Runner with 301k miles. I do all my own work on it. I love the car and I love the fact that it drinks gas - a truck is not a camel, it has to drink. Haven't had a car payment in 20 years.

[@gecko4310]

I have the same, 2006 4Runner with 323k km. Running strong and drives almost like a new car. Well maintained

[@planetx5269]

I agree! I love the old stuff. I have an 04 Saturn 4 cylinder 5 speed with 336,000 miles on it. It came from Virginia and had no rust. I'm going to have a rust proofed.. it's great! I have other cars, all older, nothing newer than 1988..

[@joskd8491]

You are completely right. Driving and owning a decent car doesn't have to be ridiculously expensive. Car payments of 700 or even a thousend a month are insain. It is much smarter to maintain an older decent car and save money, for other purposes like retirement or spend it for the education of your children. Life is all about making choices. Drive an old car untill the wheels fall off and save your money. Don't let other people's thoughts and what they think you should buy affect you

[@dinovigliotti4313]

I agree with everything you said. It took me one year to find my clean, rust free 07 Ridgeline but it’s a tank and it has done me well. New trucks are not worth the cost. Hunting for the nice old truck is fun too! Great video. Thanks for sharing.

[@Acc0rd79]

I am in my 40s now and I tell young guys this all the time. I was the guy who bought the expensive cars and what not when I was 20s and 30s and realized it wasn't worth it anymore by my mid 30s and I wanted out of debt and payments. I have 2 old cars a 91 and an 01 that I've owned for pushing 20 years. I do own a '19 which is my family dad car but it too is paid off. I just had my 01 Honda in the shop and had them do an oil change and look over the entire car for any issues they may see coming and they said it was in great shape since the last time they saw it last year when I spent 2,300 on it in repairs and such. I tell young men that I may spend 2k every few years in repairs but how much do you spend in payments each and every year with the average payment now 700 a month?? I know by now I could have paid cash for my home or paid off the home in my 30s if I hadn't of kept buying expensive cars and tossed all of that money on the house as extra payments. Keep on preaching brotha.

[@metalmike570]

You did well for yourself, congratulations!!

[@conscious5969]

I own the same truck gold 03 ram 4.7 but with the long bed. Bought it for 3500 , swapped the entire front suspension installed a 3” leveling kit . Installed new valve cover gaskets , new idler pulley, thermostat valve , new battery and it’s been treating me good for nearly 3 years now

[@markholubetz]

They are solid older trucks indeed

[@dave3657]

Before the pandemic I was planning on trading in two of my vehicles and buying a new one. But with the current situation I decided to fix what I had. I just replaced the radiator and hoses on my 99 Toyota with 198K miles. I have replaced tires, brakes, struts and now they all are great. And cost wise, a mere fraction of the price of a new one. All paid for, all mine.

[@richbrock3596]

Great video! I’ve never bought a brand new vehicle. I always buy with cash. I can do that because I don’t have car payments. It’s freedom!

[@markholubetz]

That is total freedom Indeed

[@antonio576]

Excellent video as always. You're the MAN !!!!

[@markholubetz]

I appreciate that

[@LiquidFlux66]

2000 Dodge ram Laramie 1500, 5.9 v8 owner here.I approve and appreciate this video.

[@markholubetz]

Solid choice.

[@marine052520031]

My new favorite channel guy is spot on

[@gecko4310]

I have 2006 4Runner with 323,000 km. Still runs strong and like a new car. Idles smooth. I change the fluids regularly. It’s not easy on gas but I did the math with buying an EV or Hybrid and not worth it. The upfront cost and opportunity cost of a new or newer car is INSANE.

[@RepentB4TooLate]

2001 Ford F150, V8 Triton engine and has 389k miles. No major issues

[@markholubetz]

Sounds like a workhorse, that's a lot of miles!

[@LongDistanceMotorcycleFans]

2013 F150 King Ranch 5.0 V8 with 286,000. Drives great

[@johnsmith-gs4qf]

My old 2006 Chevrolet HHR had a dying transmission and engine so I upgraded to a 2011 Chevrolet HHR for about $5,000. Fixes and a new radio takes that up to almost $8,500, but it runs and it's all paid for and safe! I've been in debt before and driving a new car doesn't give me the peace of mind of having no debt and no $1,000 a month payment!

[@subaruamazon]

today m1200, 1500 1700 and more.

[@harleyjones7984]

I couldn’t agree more. I bought a new 1998 Chevy C1500. It is still in excellent shape with 394,000 miles on it. It is very dependable and I still use it to tow my 20 ft bay boat between Houston and Galveston. My plan is to continue to drive the truck for the rest of my life. New trucks do not interest me at all.

[@LarsonFamilyFarm-LLC]

I'm 62, i drive a 1989 GMC Sierra....there's loads of spare 350 motors and i can rebuild the 700R4 transmission myself. Last truck I'll ever own....all you need is a solid rust free frame to bolt off of, which in texas is easy to do.

[@LamelKendrick]

I bought a 2011 Sierra 2500HD 150k miles on odometer (6.0 gasser, no AFM) was garage kept, doesn't even have rocker rust and its a northern vehicle! 7 grand, couldn't be happier.

[@1Perfect_Dark]

Dang! That's a hell of a deal!

[@LamelKendrick]

@@1Perfect_Dark In theory, but the transmission could go unannounced and turn a really good buy into a pretty bad one

[@jgringo5516]

Hell yeah!

[@FrameRot]

Aren't the transmissions in the 2500 better than 1500?​@@LamelKendrick

[@LamelKendrick]

@@FrameRot yes on average but there are cases where 6180s outlast 6190s

[@TheCountDook]

I still own a 2011 ford ranger v6 and it still runs. I took of the catalytic converter so I have a check engine light the whole time but still runs great!

[@markholubetz]

Those Rangers were solid trucks.

[@llcooljean]

02:37 EXACTLY why I'm looking for a 1996 Bronco! I refuse to spend "business start up money" on a truck. 🎯

[@christianjon8064]

yeah buy a truck new for cash when you make the money from the business - the truck is a write off

[@timleung9726]

Great vid justifying owning older trucks/cars! I own 2 paid off HD 4x4 trucks. 2009 Ram dually crew cab 6.7L diesel and 2001 Silverado 2500HD crew cab 496CI 8.1L V8. Both just reached 100K miles and running strong.

[@coyote5.080]

I paid $26K for my '03 Ram, in '04 with 6K miles. It's got 211,000 miles on it now. It's never made me walk, or even cost me much money for repairs at all. Every time I drive it, it makes me smile. I'm past the point of giving a damn what anyone thinks so, It'll be the last truck I buy.

[@REDNECKROOTS]

I'm here to tell ya a ram w over 200k is on its last leg. You will be rebuilding it or getting a new one within a cpl years. There only gona run so long

[@coyote5.080]

@@REDNECKROOTS - I'll be sure to let you know when it rolls over 300K.

[@RobsNeighbor]

Amen the same reason I drive my Toyota Sienna 326,000 MI can haul so much always starts so reliable cheap to keep a good old pickup truck is something you just can't beat.

[@blusnuby2]

What year & trim level is your Sienna ?

[@Kevin-mk6jo]

I drive a 2012 chevy 😂. Runs like a dream, 170k miles and no payment. 2013 civic, same. Home paid off, smile daily and retired at 45. 😂

[@greathey1234]

Show off and government mandates killed all good cars

[@markholubetz]

Thats perfect. If its a good runner, than gotta keep going

[@Bysior88]

@@greathey1234 Show off and government mandates killed all good cars

[@metalmike570]

Retired at 45? Are you ex-military?

[@Kevin-mk6jo]

@@metalmike570 bingo

[@vk8sj]

I have a 2007 Camry Hybrid with 180,000 miles on her. She runs amazing! The original battery if still charging full. Had it tested a year ago and passed 100%. The ECVT transmission is not having a single issue. All the suspension is still original also and if does not make a sound. I know the Hybrid system is very high tech. But the inside of her is not. No touchscreen, no back up camera. Everything is a button or a knob! And I love it! Don't get me wrong sometimes I wish it did have a backup camera. But it has made me a better driver not having that stuff. I had a 2019 Camry and sold it 2 months ago. It was loaded with EVERYTHING! I could not stand all the stuff beeping and warning a person. The car would beep at me even if the snowblower was sitting next to it in the garage. Oh, my LORD! Ya do not thank you! I am 40 years old and a big fan of other cars! I do have the cash to buy a new car. But I just won't do it. When I do replace the car down the road it won't be newer then a 2016. Everything changed so fast after that, and I will be staying with Toyota. And I will not be buying from a dealership.

[@damirzanne]

Nothing wrong with that truck Mark , I used to have one just like that but two door , and loved it … I bought 2015 S550 for $28K … and love it , it’s my dream car , and I enjoy working on it , it’s my new hobby , just bought Autel diagnostic tool , and looking forward to start learning diagnostics , and working as much as I can on my cars , I also have 2016 Porsche Cayenne , and my daughter has 2022 Dodge Challenger, so that Autel should pay for itself in no time … I plan on buying oil extractor pump and start doing my own oil changes too … I enjoy working on my cars , I’m having fun and saving money at the same time …and that truck you have looks like it would be blast to work on

[@markholubetz]

Thanks. Yes its a solid runner

[@metalmike570]

You can work on European cars though. Average Joe's should stay away from them.

[@julian-H47]

How the hell is a 2015 model year your dream car? You made yourself dream of that. You make money just to give it away to rich white man

[@narcissistinjurygiver2932]

the oil extractor from HF hooks right up to the dipstick in your s550. it is the green metal tank one.

[@pianolady580]

Instead of buying a car or truck after my daily driver got totaled by the insurance company, I invested $1k into my 2003 Nissan Frontier that has been my #2 vehicle garaged for the last 17 years with only 108k miles on it, no rust. Manual transmission and crank windows, it's simple and I like that. Nothing I test drove was anywhere near the value of just investing in my old truck and turning it into my daily driver. Glad I did. One less vehicle to maintain, less insurance cost, cheap to renew the tags, never a car payment.

[@scotthanson7888]

The only person I have to impress, with my truck or anything else, is me, when the right vehicle comes along buy it as a spare, have 2 (or more)beaters. Add in the AAA 200 mile tow. Life is good

[@thechosen5805]

I like owning beaters I call it my cheap fleet. I have 3 and they all run fine. NO payments, cheap insurance

[@scotthanson7888]

@ exactly, and who cares if my 2001 f150 gets a shopping lot ding , or the Kids throw up in it. My biggest repair bill is less than a monthly payment. Payment are slavery

[@robo08ify]

I own a 2013 Chrysler 300S AWD 3.6L V6 that I bought new. I’m 72 and don’t drive much. Everything still works like new. I have just over 32,000 miles on it and I have no plans to trade it in for a new car any time soon.

[@jacobrzeszewski6527]

I'm 25 and got over my new car phase in 2021. Bought a brand new Chevy Spark. Well, guess what? The Lexis Nexis scandal happened, where GM sold driving data to insurance companies. I was forced to sell my new car because I couldn't afford $500 a MONTH for insurance. And guess what, I'm not even farting in the direction of a GM dealership or car again in my life. I just Bought a 2014 Focus ST and am never looking back. Even when the Turbo or engine goes, I'm replacing it and trucking on. I'm not buying any car made after 2020 until all the tracking software becomes so obsolete as to be useless to the manufacturers. Or unless I can disable it in hardware.

[@FischerRestoration]

I just got on board and picked up a 2003 lincoln town car in excellent condition and I'm loving it!

[@daca4731]

I encounter your video by scrolling on KZbin based on the title I thought I was going to see something more like from the 90s and 80s perhaps 70s but these vehicles made in the 2000s described as an old truck it makes me feel old 😂 I remember them when they were brand spanking new. I remember back in those days when I was a younger fella, older generation used to say the new vehicles were not even close in reliability and durability as the old ones from their time. I wonder what will the future generation will say about in 20 years from today’s Technology. Being said I totally agree with you 💯 👍

[@AWDiecastCollector]

I have a 2007 Honda Accord 155,000 miles. Just bought new tires for it. My car is in mint condition coz I wash it every week and if anything breaks I just get it fixed. No car payments since 2010. This is my forever car. Great video and advice thank you!

[@mjobermeyer09]

I have a 2004 Buick LeSabre with 209k miles. Best car I’ve owned.

[@hakeemsd70m]

I really wanted a LeSabre for my next car, but I couldn't find one for under $3K, so I ended up with an '05 Toyota Camry instead. 256K miles on her. In the next couple years, I'll be getting an older GM G body FWD or W body for a replacement. Would love a 00-05 LeSabre or late Pak Avenue.

[@mjobermeyer09]

@ I paid 1800 for mine.

[@McLovin-m2l]

I still drive my first truck a 1971 f100 and as a Ford mechanic I am so glad I never got rid of it. I absolutely hate working on a lot of the new stuff. My old truck still going good with the original engine. Did have to pull it out and rebuild it about five years ago and had to replace the transmission. But it is so easy to work on and easy to find parts for.

[@Luxury_vagabond]

Thanks for the idea ! I will keep my 93 Honda eg !

[@markholubetz]

Not a bad way to go with these high prices

[@steenjensen8183]

Agree 100% I will never own a new car again due to manufacturers making them much more difficult to work on and adding complex systems I don't want. The spyware installed in new vehicles is another good reason. Insurance savings too. You HAVE to fully insure a 80-100k vehicle. 10k vehicle...liability only. I really wonder when the public is going to wake up and start a run on pre 2010 vehicles...

[@jeffmartin1968]

I have a 2004 Honda Pilot with 262k miles. Its still running strong. Its a beast in the winter and for transporting stuff. Of course its needed repairs over the years but i prefer being debt free over a fancy new car.

[@grandacres427]

Congratulations and you have a minimum 100k more to go 😁 I was a proud owner up to 380k and I miss her

[@oldcars46]

6:50 I bought a used 2004 Ford escape xls with 3 l engine and all wheel drive I bought it when it had 50,000 mi and I only paid $5,000 for it now it has 154,000 mi on it I take care of it and it's never broken down once I even added a 7-in LED Kenwood radio in it I can Bluetooth my phone to the radio and get directions and it only cost me $399 they add the radio

[@subaruamazon]

they are taxi's in my nj small city. that says it all. will it get to 250k?

[@oldcars46]

@subaruamazon I don't know just know that I have that mileage on my vehicle now and it's running perfect everything in the vehicle works not one problem

[@subaruamazon]

@@oldcars46 oil changes every 4k. i am down to 4k on my 07 camry. identical miles.

[@suec2117]

Mine is a 2003 Silverado Chevrolet 4 door double cab 258,000 miles and going strong gets between 12-17 mph inside in excellent shape and runs wonderful

[@CHRISCRAZZ-t7w]

I purchased a six-year-old Dodge power waggon many years ago in Edmonton Alberta I’m the second owner I occasionally buy and sell cars and honestly, I don’t see any advantage to buying a new vehicle. You could move to a small town outside of Edmonton and find a house that needs renovations for the same price as you buy a new truck.

[@CHRISCRAZZ-t7w]

When I purchased my power waggon when it was six years old, that was in 2012 and I paid $8000 for the truck it was a great deal all I’ve had to fix his ball joints and your standard fix and now the truck has been heavily modified with of course, lift kits Your standard 35 inch tires. Why would I want to pay $1000 a month with $20,000 down . I have $1000 a month child support payments plus dance plus other things, etc. so! So about $1500 a month on average just to entertain a young girl that’s my daughter can’t afford a new truck. Don’t wanna work more because I can’t get that money back. I can’t get that time back that I’ve lost with buying a new truck.

[@CHRISCRAZZ-t7w]

When I purchased my power waggon when it was six years old, that was in 2012 and I paid $8000 for the truck it was a great deal all I’ve had to fix his ball joints and your standard fix and now the truck has been heavily modified with of course, lift kits Your standard 35 inch tires. Why would I want to pay $1000 a month with $20,000 down . I have $1000 a month child support payments plus dance plus other things, etc. so! So about $1500 a month on average just to entertain a young girl that’s my daughter can’t afford a new truck. Don’t wanna work more because I can’t get that money back. I can’t get that time back that I’ve lost with buying a new truck.

[@CHRISCRAZZ-t7w]

Right now my garage I have a 2008 F350 with a cam phaser issue. I purchased this truck barely running for $500. If I have to put in a motor into it I will but I am doing the camp phase and spark plugs. everything else looks in specso for under $2000 plus tires I have a F350 quad cab a foot truck box why because I’m mechanically inclined and I can fix vehicles myself I have no problem changing a motor or transmission.

[@johnwalker3564]

Nice video! I'm Albertan too and just sold my 4.7l Magnum exact same as yours to my father in law and got myself into a 5.3l GMC.

[@zakkul6242]

I have an 05 ram turbo diesel. Same body style 280k miles original injectors, clutch, etc. manual transmission, manual transfer case selector, truly a dinosaur but still ticks like a clock, a mechanical masterpiece

[@markholubetz]

Great ride it’s a keeprr

[@narcissistinjurygiver2932]

put a tracking device in it. mine got stolen for the engine

[@zakkul6242]

Dam that sucks. They won’t get far if they attempted

[@tmur2124]

My first truck was a 03 ram, had the same arrow topper on it too. Loved it but eventually had some electrical gremlins I couldn't solve and was extremely rusty so it went to the wreckers last year. Ol Rusty Rhonda treated me well.

[@hammatoure4229]

I am driving a 07 Toyota yaris with 395k miles on it no car payment over 15 years i change my oil by myself thank you to KZbin i don't care what people think about me. Do what is best for you tips for financial freedom.

[@stevehenderson2571]

You are definitely right about driving an older vehicle.

[@underachievingwatchcollect1878]

2004 Honda Accord 277k miles! My expensive car stereo cost more than the car-can’t seem to kill it! My next vehicle will be a 2010-2015 Lexus or Toyota 😎.

[@subaruamazon]

07 camry 153k. bought in 18 with 106k. was between an accord and camry. these cars are so hot that if they are priced right and in good shape, they go in a day. change oil 4k and it will go to 4ook hopefully. even if it doesnt get an 08. almost bought one. i say toyota's trannies are tougher but would never knock an accord or civic.

[@taemac10]

4 cylinder?

[@underachievingwatchcollect1878]

@ yup 👍

[@subaruamazon]

@@taemac10 yes

[@lincmerc1581]

My '04 Accord LX just hit 100k miles. I just turned 60. It'll outlast me.

[@peteeastwood1635]

Absolutely agree. I'm trying to buy a new truck right now and the biggest roadblock is my mind telling me the old trucks will do what I do now on the other hand the new trucks will do what I want to do.

[@riot9946]

Same

[@9002-bv9xz]

2008 Tundra Limited here…bought it 10 years ago as a “beater”… and, well, here we are in late 2024 and damn thing still runs same as new! Hasn’t cost me any repairs but tires, brake pads, fluids, etc! 300k ! 2nd gen Tundra’s is the end of an era, boys! Best trucks ever made !!

[@jaketryban8772]

I have a 2012 f150 with almost 300k miles. Haven’t had one problem with it! Love it

[@kdesign73]

Old is the new norm! The older generations of trucks, bikes, ovens, and other tools possess a human touch that feels increasingly rare today-just like the older generations of people. Yes, they were built by humans, often with imperfections or flaws, but it's precisely these characteristics that give them a soul, a tangible connection to their creators. In contrast, newer objects, much like the younger generations, often lack that depth of character and warmth.

[@Doty6String]

Ok boomer

[@Tenorio_Cavalcante]

I bought a tiny subcompact hatchback to work as an uber in 2019, new. I tought it was going to fall apart in a couple of years. It still works like a clock. I'm driving that little thing until there is nothing left.