Why You Really Don't Need A New Truck

[@benkromphardt1916]

My first BMW was $250 and it was awesome. The most expensive vehicle I've ever purchased was still $18k cheaper than the cheapest new F-150. These vehicles aren't "nice" but you don't buy them to be "nice". I could still get new parts for my 1980s cars when I had them. The key is - if you have the space and the ability, you can save a LOT of money. Keep it up!

[@zacflyer99]

Absolutely! You have very accurately described how I feel about this era of vehicles. Cost effective and built with a purpose.

[@olikat8]

Have an F350SD. It turns 26 in January, has just under 200K. Everything works, 4wd, crew cab and came with a Warn bumper/winch combo. Bought it from an estate, $5500 (in '20), and used it to move our household across the country. A new version is over $100K-

[@zacflyer99]

Heck of a buy for the money and utility you gained.

[@james-he7xv]

that beast 7.3 will still be going long after any new truck will ever last

[@zacflyer99]

I agree, and intend to make sure it happens with regular maintenance.

[@BrandonLeech]

They are heavy built engines with few real weaknesses. Low tech enough to be easy enough to diagnose and fix yourself in most cases but high tech enough to be a modern electronic controlled engine. All of the best big truck engines were also produced around the same time...Detroit Series 60, Cummins N14, CAT 3406e/C15. Modern ECU controlled engines with zero emissions controls. A 5.9 common rail Cummins with an NV5600 behind it would be my close second choice or maybe that's a toss up.

[@JLCmike4014]

The 7.3L trucks (both OBS and SD) were limited on towing due to the receiver ford put on being an undersized one. Those trucks are overbuilt and more than capable of towing well over 10,000 pounds if you swap the receiver out for a heavier duty one. Sweet truck though!

[@zacflyer99]

That makes total sense, as I have seen them pull more but never really looked into why. Thank you for your comment!

[@JLCmike4014]

@, you’re welcome. In the near future i’ll be upgrading the receiver on my ‘99 F-350. Not sure when, want to do a few other things to it first.

[@misterhipster9509]

My 96 w/300 inline 6 gasser will last longer and cost MUCH less to keep running. Have a couple P/S diesels too, all good stuff.

[@zacflyer99]

I used a 86 F150XL for 4 months while moving last year with the inline 6. Great units, glad to hear that you are enjoying yours too!

[@99Xeno]

Ahhhhh a 7.3 with 155k miles for $6,500???? What a steal. I would take a 7.3 obs any day they are such great engines.

[@misterhipster9509]

Bought my 96 XLT Dually w/5sp/PSD/ 65k miles in 2010 for 6500, sold it in 2018 for 12.5. Best trucks ever built.

[@zacflyer99]

I couldn’t turn it down after I checked it out on the lift. I handed him the cash and drove away like someone was going to take it from me.

[@zacflyer99]

⁠@@misterhipster9509what a great deal! I bet you miss it to this day.

[@deepcow]

If you can find an honest mechanic and keep up with maintenance there’s no reason to keep a well made truck like a Ford, Chevy, or Toyota for >30 years.

[@raymond_sycamore]

I got a 1995 7.3L and I agree with you!

[@zacflyer99]

Love it!

[@markdavis1646]

You can’t beat the older trucks!!

[@RingtailTheRaccoon]

I used to have a 93 Ford Explorer but I wore it completely Out to the point that it wasn't practical to fix anymore That will be the fate of all these 90s ford's if you just keep on Driving them there not bullet Proof or special you just love it Like I loved my explorer you Should really be saving this Truck rather than daily driving It because in ten years that Trucks going to be pretty Rare where losing tons of Them every year.

[@zacflyer99]

Luckily I am doing my best to save her. A little at a time here and there. I drive my Honda accord on the daily to help save fuel cost and keep miles off the truck. I know you loved the Explorer!

[@kaitlynrich5540]

That’s pretty of truck for me long the ac and heat works. I tow less then 4k with a mowing company

[@zacflyer99]

Thank you very much, trying to make her better little by little. Heat is hot and air is cold after a charge!

[@kaitlynrich5540]

@ I have 1994 f150 with 351. Once I get another used car I plan to restore the the truck. Nothing show wise just a quick once over

[@BrandonLeech]

Everybody wants 4x4 so the 2wd's are usually a bargain. IF you can find one of those that's still in halfway straight shape and they aren't asking stupid money for it. Safety/convenience features and the creature comforts are really what sells the new stuff. And most people are just lazy and don't want to be bothered fixing and maintaining vintage stuff. I have a 99 I still run and TBH it costs me money and headaches all the time fixing and updating major components and subsystems. Clutch, transmission, driveline, rear axle, all the wheels and tires, all the brakes....list goes on. Needs a $1000 overhaul of the A/C, needs new ball joints, injectors I's like to get to at some point. On the other hand the new stuff is a $1000 payment forever and there is nothing from any of them that I have complete confidence enough in to sign up for that.

[@zacflyer99]

I absolutely agree. One of the reasons these vehicles are / were more affordable is the regulations. DEF, lane assist, adaptive cruise, a third brake light and so much more drives up the prices for consumers. As you said a little bit of maintenance is a welcome replacement to the forever payment. Thank you for your comment.

[@Jbren323]

I went ahead and shelled out a little extra cash to get myself a really clean 97 7.3 and could not be happier! I still spend less than half the price of a new truck, and I get more compliments on driving around a cool old truck than I would spending money on a new one. I can also take the money I would have spent on a newer truck and just put it into modifying it, and doing maintenance on my 97. Cool truck man, and great video!

[@zacflyer99]

Thank you very much, glad to hear you are also in the 7.3 club! I know you must be loving it.

[@BrandonLeech]

Old truck that looks sharp and still gets after it 20-30 years later always draws attention. Hard to beat the diesel smell and noise of an older one. Then you throw in some waxed paint and polished aluminum and guys really go nuts.

[@ljmorris6496]

Old is for brokos.... I would say I wouldn't buy a newer truck without a plan to make money with it.

[@zacflyer99]

Yes I agree. It would be hard to afford a new piece of equipment without some way to help cover costs.

[@RangerDanger9577]

great video

[@zacflyer99]

Thank you very much!

[@aaronpark1738]

safety

[@kirkpalmer1709]

You can't live in fear all your life.

[@aaronpark1738]

@@kirkpalmer1709 what does fear have to do with driving a safe car

[@PhilipBelmont]

@@aaronpark1738 You know there's an in between of a '57 Bel Air and a brand new truck right?

[@Drewcardello]

@@PhilipBelmont^