Bro I hope you know what an amazing find you got there...there are many many people who would write a check for that truck and put it in their garage forever.
You did great and know you’ve earned a lot of respect for appreciating a truck like that… especially at 17 yrs old. I’m 42 and drive an 04 F250 4x4 Powerstroke… clean, straight, and pulls whatever we put behind it. The older stuff is classic!
Is it just me or does anybody else feel like 90s interiors and rainy days go hand in hand? Inside of that cab looks so dang inviting on that raining day.
That's exactly what I told the owner of the truck when I got in Why does it feel so comfortable being in this truck when it's raining hearing the sound of the rain hitting the body calming me down after a stressful day and just making me forget about everything and relaxing just feeling like I'm safe it's cozy and it just feels right
Deep cuts bro... I never had this pickup, but my 91 turbo all-trac celica cruising the mountain roads in central Montana while it was raining just did wonders for my mental health. Miss that car dearly, got destroyed in a hail storm 😢
I had a 2006 F150 short bed regular cab 4x4 from Norfolk. I always took pride in being able to say I bought a vehicle from the closet final assembly plant, I had 287,000 miles when I traded for a new F150 in 2015. 4.6L 2 valve engines will go forever
Why am I watching this video with a big ass smile on my face? My dad had two of these trucks which unfortunately he ran into the ground because he used it for work. I'm currently looking for one to work on as a project but it's really hard to find on even in crappy condition.
Not my favorite decade for Ford , but I’m a little older. I can definitely appreciate that it is as clean as they come. I owned a 74 F100 that I put a 300 straight six out of an 84 model into, 3 on the tree, loved that truck. Had another 74 with an automatic, 302, and AC. As of now, got a 66 short bed Chevy sitting in my garage, gotta keep them alive
People think 90's is old. Still too new if you ask me. There's still modules that control the transmission and engine and they're aging and getting hard to find replacements.
I purchased a 94 F-250 with the 5 speed manual and 7.3L power stroke in 2004. I bought it with a lift and 36” tires on it. Hands down my favorite vehicle to date. It was easy for me to work on. I was a contractor at the time and when 2008 hit and I couldn’t find work that paid well I had to call the lender and tell them to come pick up the truck. It was a sad day. I have a 2019 Honda Accord and wouldn’t dare try to work on it. I’m on the hunt for a truck now as a second vehicle and was looking at 2010-2015 trucks, but this video is pushing me to look at 90s, thank you.
That truck should also have the same recall for the cruise control switch like the panther platform. That is the exact switch that started it all. The first recall was for the switches with the red connector. I would look into that. It would be a crying shame to see it burn to the ground. Trust me I did a lot of research on that recall about 2 months ago when I bought my 97 town car.
Black on Black too....I'm getting shivers. :D Too bad I can't find any up here in Minnesota without rust everywhere or one if not both gas tanks leaking. I'd hop on a truck like that in an instant.
If it’s anything like the 351m in my 78 f350 then you have a high gas bill bud. I averaged about 6mpg being conservative on the skinny pedal and no load hooked to or on it.
@@truckstuffmore875 High gas bill indeed. In the winter I've gone as low as 5mpg, averaging 8mpg and the best I've gotten has been 11.5mpg. but that was mixed driving. My commute is mostly city driving. Not the best for the old V8 but I have a 4banger side car for commutes now haha.... I just have to finish fixing it
Thats definitely a Gem and great price at that!!! Those were the days when pride went into every aspect and stage of the build!! That truck will last and love how it used to be easier to work on as well!!!
@@jsjizzaone3590 no sir. E85 tuned by palm beach dyno since 1,500 mi. Now has 18,000 without a hiccup and I beat the piss out of it, racing etc.. amazing truck.
It's about the dollars. Large profits for Ford and Chevy trucks for people that want comfort, tech, and a smooth ride. Most haul nothing more than Walmart bags and kids in the back. I've ridden in new trucks and they don't seem like a truck, not like this one you just presented. Nice video!
Appreciate his respect for the family who sold him the truck and his love for the classic.❤️❤️❤️. Forget about owning one, we don't even get to see anything like that on Indian roads..😭😢
9 miles to the gallon is worth it if you like driving it. My 2014 F150 gets about 15 city 19 highway on average (not too bad), but I love driving it. My wife has a Ford Edge that get about 20 city 26 mpg highway, but I still insist that we take the truck everywhere because I have more fun driving it.
I had a 96' 150 super cab short bed with the 351 and towing package and I loved that thing, so solid, and one of the best air conditioners I ever had in any vehicle.
I bought one of these recently on eBay out of California for $5300, 2wd 300 i6 though. Looks brand new in and out, only problem is the E4OD has given me a lot of ass pain. Had it rebuilt and it's still slamming going into reverse. Taking it back to he trans shop next week.
They all slam into reverse , I’ve had 2 in my truck and they both did that, if it does a second pause when you shift then get a “ thud-ink” sound and feel it , I’d say it’s normal, unless your overheating or slipping gear you should be fine, if it’s slamming all gears then I’m pretty sure you just might need a new valve body
@@LPWSzzz When the trans is hot it's such a slam that there's no way it can be considered normal, firm is one thing but it's more than that. Also when the trans is cold when you start the truck it stalls going into reverse as if the TC is dragging the engine
I had the exact same truck but in a short-bed..it was dark blue not black..it was my very first Ford F150 I loved it. I remember it had a Dana 44 front end on it too..I bought it at Galpin Ford with 11k on it..back in 1995. The good ol' days.
I just bought my 1990 F250 Lariat with only 122k miles with the 460 to replace my 2016 F150 after I trade it in. I think 97' has the best look but most older fords are beastly. I bought the F250 for $7k. Haven't really had much time to work on it but it starts right up.
Great looking truck. I have a ‘92 F250 Supercab long bed with 79,900 miles. My friend is driving from Idaho to see it in Sacramento tomorrow. I’ll probably be selling it to him. Only letting it go because I bought a ‘95 F150 Supercab with 55,800 miles two days ago. Drove it 265 miles from the place I bought it. Originally ordered by the guy’s mom who sadly passed away last year. 5.0, auto, XLT, RWD. No receiver hitch. Bed looks like it was never used. Absolutely rust free. White with that 90s light green contrast color in the middle. Would like to put a 5.0 Coyote in it but it would be a shame to mess with.
I have had mine for 17 years it got a 4" lift kit old style ford rails and the ford emblem also 5.8 winder engine the old style fog lights fuel exhaust with chrome tear drops wheels (racing wheels) dash board cover same color red as dash
Cars and trucks are literal time machines which are a reflection of the era. If they never changed, there would be no classics. Sometimes I really miss turning a wrench
I worked at a Ford dealer starting back in 98, when these trucks were everywhere yet. Oddly I don’t remember really doing much of anything majorly mechanical as far as repairs. On these trucks. Just basic stuff like ball joints, u joints belts hoses, plugs wires , caps rotors, fuel pressure regulators etc. . Back in a time where most of the major engine repair were head gasket repairs on the 3.8 motors in the windstars, taurus, or thunderbirds. I remember when we would do a pcm reflash we still used the old blue Ford authorized modification ID cards under the hoods. Damn I miss those days. I didn’t even have any gray hair than lol.
WOW What a gem that one is. In that kinda of condition I'd offer 20.000 to 25.000. the only weak spot on those were the shock and spring assembly on the driver side rot out, But those engines were the best that ford came out with if it was a winser - you couldn't kill them - they were like Timex watches takes a licking and keeps on ticking...
Right on man, I think planned obsolescence is a huge factor, stuff like these old Ford trucks or the GMT400 models were maybe a little too reliable from the mfg point of view
I liked my 85 F150, I learned how to fix a lot of things that broke on that truck myself! I also like my 2016 F150, even if it is one big computer on four wheels. They both have redeeming qualities!
I've had 3 92-96 F150s. Great body style. My favorite combo is the 4.9 Straight 6 with the 5SPD trans. 4x4 with lockout hubs with the shifter on the floor. Gas was .99 cents a gallon back then. Nobody was worried about getting 12 mpg in their 351. Ford didn't do us a favor with their Triton engines either, still gas hogs and put in an ugly body style from 97-03. Even then there was problems, I waited until '05 to switch and still more problems with the 5.4. I'm happy with the 3.5 EcoBoost now. Great looks and fuel economy. ✌
Gosh this makes me miss my old truck. Got a new 1995 250 Power stroke with 6 miles in 95. It was a company truck that was treated like my own. This brings back lots of great memories. That was the best truck ever. About cried the day it got traded in for a van. I wish I could have afforded to buy so bad but wasn't in the cards. Thanks for the video and great memories it brings
Nice ride! I’m the maybe 3rd owner Of a blue & white 95 F-150 4x4 5.8 with 4” lift on 33’s...my dream truck. Still has the original owners manual. I’ve had more offers on that truck than anything else I’ve ever owned.
That F150 is a beautiful truck! I have a 2003 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 4x4 Lariat short bed 7.3 Power-stroke white in color with 59,000 miles. In sits in my garage. I have owed since brand new 12/2002. I have been sick for last 9 years so the truck is only driven by my son-in-law every two weeks. Fastest truck I have ever driven and other changing the oil/filters, batteries (2), fuel filters and brake shoes twice nothing else has gone wrong with the truck. Note: I just changed the tires because they were brand new but 9 years old, BF GOODRICH 285/75/16.
I've got a 93 GMC Suburban and feel the same. We rented a brand new Yukon XL for a vacation and my kids 8 and 10 both said they love our burb much more than the new one....
I inherited my grandfathers 1990 bricknose f250. When I got it in 2019 it has 82k original miles, now on 2021 it just rolled 90k and I love it with all my heart and soul
1st Gen lightning owner here. It's a red 95 model, I wouldn't trade it for a new one, and that's being serious. 226k miles on the factory everything, had the alternator rebuild and new water pump and radiator and that's it outside of routine maintenance. Lowered her 2" and put on a set of 295/35/20 on the Gen 2 replicas from lmr. She turns heads every where I drive it.
Going to buy a 97 f250 hunter green with matching Leer cap 105k miles 4x4 xl. Original owner kept in heated garage all its life, looks like new, zero rust. Getting from a hunting camp friend. Never off road, not driven in winter. So pumped.
Agree with you man.The 90’s era of Ford and Chevy were damn good trucks. Still no nonsense purpose built. Miss those days man. Still affordable at that time as well.
I own a truck like that for little over a year now and has absolutely serviced me very well. Never left me stranded and always does the job. I bought mine from my neighbor when I was 16 year old for $300 because it was a non-operational. It's a soild red 1992 ford f150 4x4 custom single cab short bed with 300 straight six paired to a 5 speed manual transmission. All original 160,000 miles highway on and used to be owned by a trucking company. This truck means alot to me since it was my first pick up, first vehicle I've purchased and learned how to drive stick on. To this day it's still going very strong 🤩🤩
I have the F 150 4.9 5 speed, Drives and runs like new, Black, gray interior, I use 5w 20 and sounds great, no oil leaks and not burning any. Fantastic riding truck, Looked for 2 years for this set up that’s 100%, I put everything new OEM parts but the fuel pumps.2wheel drive. Get these while you can, These are going to be a few to none as they get wrecked and fixed wrong with aftermarket junk Parts’s,
Very nice truck Luke, i see you will keep the old girl till death do you part, and kudos for that fella. If i may add, treat that 5.7 with a top full syn oil and top grade fuel and she won't let ya down. THANKS FOR SHARING FORD BOSS ME!
Fellow 9th gen owner with a 93 f150 5.0 e4od 2wd. Nice truck brother! I picked it up for $300 claimed it had bad rings and injectors. Sat under a shed for 8 years. Had 104,839 miles on it when I got it running with only a starter rebuild, spark plugs, wires, cap, rotor, fuel tank and sending unit, and numerous other smaller things not worth mentioning. Now I have 3 years and 121,815 miles on it. I have used this truck for a truck too but it’s still clean. Only thing I’m not proud of on it is the trailer brake connector and controller wiring I done in a emergency. But it’s hauled, towed, and been on road trips since I got her back into commission. Really clean body on it and VERY clean underneath nothing but light surface rust on the frame/exhaust. Looks immaculate could eat off it. I only have one major issue with it, the oil pan gasket was so old and dried up that it blew out just enough to cause a small oil leak on the drivers side right beside the I-beam. Been a very good loyal truck, I’ve had way more issues with my ‘17 Ford Fusion with 80k miles on it. Unfortunately fuel prices are going up and it’s going to be parked until I need to move the travel trailer or lawnmower trailer. I love driving it though.
Years ago I worked at a marina, and the boss had a 96 F150 and a brand new 2000 F150, and we all preferred the 96 over the new one. The nineties was a great decade for trucks. I love this truck.
I bought my '95 F150XLT in '99 with 50k miles. 302, 5-speed short bed, 2 wheel drive. Got into a wreck in '08 thanks to a dumb broad who was high and ran a red light. Let it sit for 11 years and decided to restore it in 2019. Spent a fortune getting it back on the road but it was worth it. Love that truck and I'll keep it until they plant me.
That twink has a great truck .. keep as is i found one with a 460 manual transmission .. I replaced all 3 brake hoses (rubber ) changed out calipers And wheel cylinders master cylinder .. and all hoses and belts thermostat used wp lube to protect cooling system .. marvel mystery oil in fuel Truck is a 4x4 factory lift . (I was told 2 inch ) used only to pull Airstream. Bought at same time. Cat converter removed rear tank replaced Truck now has 36 k original miles .. better than new truck ... great video thanks
Beautiful truck, the enemy here is rust. This is when a truck was a truck, and truck owners needed a truck. Now everybody drives a truck, never put more than groceries in the back. Always been a Ford truck guy, 78 F150 Ranger, first and only new vehicle 89 Ranger XLT 4x4, 94 Explorer 4x4, 4 Bronco 2 4x4s (still have my 88 Eddie Bauer, and my first 85(parts), 2003 F150 4x4 still my daily driver. With the price of new trucks today, more and more it makes sense to maintain an old one!
Got my hands on a one owner 01 f350 lariat with the tan leather, crew cab long bed 4wd, it's got the V10, white / gold bottom. 77350 miles when I got it last June from a classic car dealer. Owner took it out a couple times a year to go camping, kept it in a big garage. Things like showroom new. Love it.
Beautiful truck man. I had a 92 F250 XLT 4X4 5 speed 5.8 , same exact color and trim but Ext cab. BEST looking body style ford ever made imo.... Wish i never sold it, bought it for $1000 in 2007 due to a bad miss (plug wires) ran it in AK till 2016 no issues. Had to sell for the move to HI. ( did pass on the good price to a buddy $1000) Still kicking myself for not shipping it.
Wish they still made them like this. The mid 90’s trucks did just as good on fuel mileage as the pos trucks do now with out the bells and whistles you don’t need. Or in my case don’t want.
Makes me love my 260k 96 bronco even more, only issue I've had (major) is the TC went out, just swapped a 351w in from the previous 302 but was still running strong and trust me that little 302 seen some heavy ski boats behind it🤣, been offered 20k at stop lights and like the kid said you just don't feel right taking it, once obs ford's get in your blood it's hard to change
WoW, just wow, A sixteen year old was offered $15k for his truck he just bought for $6200 and he turned it down because he didn't want to disrespect the former owner, and he knows he owns a rare gem. This young man has my respect to the fullest.
I had an all original 95 f150 5 years ago with the 302 in it regular cab 2wd. Only had 67500 on it when I sold it. I gave it away for 3500 dollars to a guy that needed a truck. I don't miss it because I enjoyed it while I had it. Very dependable truck though. Hopefully my 2019 f150 regular cab 4x4 will last just as long. I only have 10500 miles on it after owning it now for 15 months. I don't drive it often. But it's a solid truck so far. Hopefully I am blessed to have it decades like the 95 I had with no issues.
I have a 92 F150 and a 97 F250 hd I had thought about upgrading to a newer truck a few years back but after working on the newer 4.6 and 5.4 and now the 5.0 i decided to to keep these trucks. iv"e had the F250 for 16 years and it is a great truck
That is a beautiful truck. I have a 1994 it's in great shape and had it for 2 years. My friend that passed from pancreas cancer sold it to me for a great price. I love the color it's mint green or like a aqua. I always loved those body styles.
For a few months, I had a really beat up '95 F-150. I really liked it, but it wasn't well taken care-of and falling apart. Got $500 out of it and bought a '97 Ranger with a 5-speed that was much better taken care of for $700. I've fixed it up and now it's my favorite little thing. Old Ford trucks are great, from F-350+ all the way to Rangers.
Sadly thinking i can't keep up on my 88' F150. 4x4 with straight six, HD, package all electric with custom capt. seats with 91,000 miles. Had 70's F250's that struggled to haul a cord of wood and this one does it like nothing. 4 low and granny gear can pull stumps out of the ground. Has A.C., cruise control with undercoating just coming off and only rust is bottom of driver door with little showing in rear wells. Amazing truck and love the diehard straight sixes and amazing gas for all the trucks can do.
Have a '97 F-250HD (old body style) that I got from North Carolina with no undercarriage rust. Some dents and dings and 277k miles but she still works great, and still looks great. I'll never sell her. She gets parked from December till late March so as to avoid the salt and brine they treat the roads with around here.
You hit the automotive jackpot with this! These f150s were absolutely rock solid! This truck will far outlast a brand new F150.... You got this for a steal! The seller didn't realize the value.
where i live there’s a bunch of these OBS fords on the road still today. makes me smile going down the road and seeing one driving past. ever since i got mine and fixed it up i’ve loved it and love driving it. truly great and simple trucks. feel like you can fix just about anything on them by yourself without too fancy of tools. plus you dont need an expensive scan tool for the obd 1 trucks. just need a paper clip and you can get the codes from it easily. it’s true they don’t make em how they used to
Beautiful truck, solid, tough and reliable! Back when trucks were trucks and built to last. The 80’s-90’s Ford and Chevy pickups were so reliable and lasted pretty much forever with basic maintenance. None of this overly complex electronics to wear out and cause CEL and all kinds of other issues. The steel and sheetmetal was thick back then too, the doors, hoods, tail gates, beds, all felt and were much sturdier and could take punishment. All the new trucks are garbage quality with plastic door handles and thin ass gauge sheetmetal and flimsy materials. I’m sorry but 4 cylinder turbos should not be in any truck that weighs almost 6,000lbs and possibly pulling trailers and expect to be reliable and last hundreds of thousands of miles. It’s just not possible. Excessive heat destroys everything over time, and 4 banger turbos are the worst at self destructing when pushed to its limits. Give me a good ole NA V8 that’s smooth as butter and isn’t so stressed when it comes time to haul a bunch of stuff. Sure gas mileage won’t be so great but at least the engine will last forever. Long live the V8 and old school engineering!!
I had the same year F150 Eddie Bauer edition. It was a really nice truck. The only issues with trucks of this vintage were the locking hubs on the four wheel drive. Replaced mine at 70,000 miles. The mechanic told me that it was a common thing with F150s back then. Mine had the 5.0 in it which was under powered and was the only reason I ended up selling it. If it had the bigger V8 I would probably still have it. Great truck!
Ordered a truck just like that '95 F-150 5.8 regular cab 8 ft. bed...green. great truck. Started getting Corrosion issues around windshield. Water leaks, could never find where it came from. Then the 2004 F-150 came out.....damn glad I went with the 2003 instead of the '04 3valve crap motor. Spray CORROSION X AVIATION GRADE ON ALL THE METAL % WIRING ON THAT TRUCK
Mine is a 87 with 351w carburetor single cab short bed red on white.I looked on Craigslist a long time to find it. Many of them were rust buckets.Many were over priced. She is not perfect, but I have done all the rebuild work. Deleted all pollution system upgraded heads, intake,headers,exhaust,cam, bored .040, turned crank.All new brakes etc.Put on a roll pan bumper and bucket seats.I have put in about $9,000 which includes new rims and tires plus the drag tires I use at the strip. She has a 3.90 gear and has surprised many stock Mustang owners when she gets a 3 or 4 truck length lead on them.Oh by the way that c6 has been gone Thu and upgraded with shift kit and servo and the sidewinder floor shifter makes shifting bullet proof. I can't beat a newer Mustang, but I didn't spend $60,000 + on a store bought toy that my daddy and mommy got me because I'm a spoiled little bitch...LOL.
God I miss my 96 5.0 I had. It was my first vehicle and ever since I’ve been in love with OBS Fords. When I get the money and find a nicer one, I’m buying it the second I can. This kid is very lucky.
I have almost the same truck. Mine is a 94 F250 tho, same engine, love it!!!! Mine has 300k miles on it tho but still doesn’t have a speck of rust! Front/rear fuel tanks, I love these trucks!!!! I am starting to have a couple issues with it and would love to see if you can give me a few ideas on which direction to go to fix it. It’s running super rich, idles fine but doesn’t have a lot of power when you first start accelerating and if you give it too much throttle, it falls on its nose. Engine is solid tho, no knocking, no ticks, etc. blowing a bit of black smoke from running rich. I’d be happy to pay ya a consult fee if you could lead me thru some troubleshooting steps. Anyways, these trucks are the best! I’m happy putting $10k into mine before I buy something new ever again! Awesome video man! Thanks for sharing
I had a 1993 shortbox in black and it was my favorite truck ever. Unfortunately it was rusty when I got it and it only lasted 3 years. The interior was in immaculate condition but the body was shot, E4OD trans was weak and the rear diff was full of glitter when I sold it for $500. I've never found another one, that's life in New England.
You make me feel warm and fuzzy about my 95 k1500 Silverado! Family owned truck and she’s at 386k as of right now and she isn’t showing signs of giving up just yet. Original engine other than the rebuilt transmission that went out at 335k. Best trucks out there!
I’ve got a 1997 F250 HD extended cab short bed with a 460 only 4X2 though I bought new in early 1998 but just like you said it’s all American I couldn’t find a single imported part anywhere those trucks were the most made in USA thing you could buy period.
Not to rub it in but I just bought a 1992 F250 4x4 5.8l standard cab long box. I’m the second owner and it has 58,000 original miles. I paid 1K 😂😂. Love this truck though!
Picked up a ruff 91’ f2shity a few months ago. Looks like all hell with dents ect. But damn i really like it more and more every time I drive it. Only reason i got it is because i know this things can take a beating it surprised me because I actually enjoy driving it!
Thanks for showing off my pride and joy man I appreciate it! I’m glad to be working with you as you are so knowledgeable and down to earth.
Anytime brother I love that thing and anyway that I could be of help I'm here
Bro I hope you know what an amazing find you got there...there are many many people who would write a check for that truck and put it in their garage forever.
Enjoy your truck Like definitely one of the best series around. She is a beauty
You did great and know you’ve earned a lot of respect for appreciating a truck like that… especially at 17 yrs old. I’m 42 and drive an 04 F250 4x4 Powerstroke… clean, straight, and pulls whatever we put behind it. The older stuff is classic!
Regular cab trucks are so cool
Is it just me or does anybody else feel like 90s interiors and rainy days go hand in hand? Inside of that cab looks so dang inviting on that raining day.
That's exactly what I told the owner of the truck when I got in
Why does it feel so comfortable being in this truck when it's raining hearing the sound of the rain hitting the body calming me down after a stressful day and just making me forget about everything and relaxing just feeling like I'm safe it's cozy and it just feels right
Well said, and I agree. Like a cozy outpost on a long hike.
Deep cuts bro... I never had this pickup, but my 91 turbo all-trac celica cruising the mountain roads in central Montana while it was raining just did wonders for my mental health. Miss that car dearly, got destroyed in a hail storm 😢
There were days when I would Pull out of the shop on a rainy day for a test run. The seats were so damn cushy. I just wanted to keep on going lol.
If it was built at the Norfolk Assembly Plant my mom and grandfather built it.
I had a 2006 F150 short bed regular cab 4x4 from Norfolk. I always took pride in being able to say I bought a vehicle from the closet final assembly plant, I had 287,000 miles when I traded for a new F150 in 2015. 4.6L 2 valve engines will go forever
I worked at the Norfolk Assembly Plant NAP I still drive my 97 F150 and next month it will turn 400, 000 miles!
In Norfolk va?
Norfolk Virginia
@@deepthinker1918 dang small world 😂
Back when you went for a pickup truck ride with no place to go and you had your girl sitting right next to you on the bench seat.
I remember that , and I'm still with her 40 years later
Why am I watching this video with a big ass smile on my face? My dad had two of these trucks which unfortunately he ran into the ground because he used it for work. I'm currently looking for one to work on as a project but it's really hard to find on even in crappy condition.
Trucks really did peak in the 90s in terms of the perfect blend of new and old tech. That goes for Ford, GM and Dodge.
Not my favorite decade for Ford , but I’m a little older. I can definitely appreciate that it is as clean as they come. I owned a 74 F100 that I put a 300 straight six out of an 84 model into, 3 on the tree, loved that truck. Had another 74 with an automatic, 302, and AC. As of now, got a 66 short bed Chevy sitting in my garage, gotta keep them alive
I have a 66 F-100
People think 90's is old. Still too new if you ask me. There's still modules that control the transmission and engine and they're aging and getting hard to find replacements.
There will never be an engine better than the 300 I6.
I purchased a 94 F-250 with the 5 speed manual and 7.3L power stroke in 2004. I bought it with a lift and 36” tires on it. Hands down my favorite vehicle to date. It was easy for me to work on. I was a contractor at the time and when 2008 hit and I couldn’t find work that paid well I had to call the lender and tell them to come pick up the truck. It was a sad day. I have a 2019 Honda Accord and wouldn’t dare try to work on it. I’m on the hunt for a truck now as a second vehicle and was looking at 2010-2015 trucks, but this video is pushing me to look at 90s, thank you.
Hahaha poor Sean and his v6 mustang. 😂
I sold those when they were new. Those were the days!
That truck should also have the same recall for the cruise control switch like the panther platform. That is the exact switch that started it all. The first recall was for the switches with the red connector. I would look into that. It would be a crying shame to see it burn to the ground. Trust me I did a lot of research on that recall about 2 months ago when I bought my 97 town car.
Love the vent windows! Wish they could come back.
Black on Black too....I'm getting shivers. :D Too bad I can't find any up here in Minnesota without rust everywhere or one if not both gas tanks leaking. I'd hop on a truck like that in an instant.
Older stuff was simpler and better imo. I daily drive a 79 Thunderbird with the 351m under the hood and it's a great cruiser
If it’s anything like the 351m in my 78 f350 then you have a high gas bill bud. I averaged about 6mpg being conservative on the skinny pedal and no load hooked to or on it.
Don't ever sell it!
@@truckstuffmore875 High gas bill indeed. In the winter I've gone as low as 5mpg, averaging 8mpg and the best I've gotten has been 11.5mpg. but that was mixed driving. My commute is mostly city driving. Not the best for the old V8 but I have a 4banger side car for commutes now haha.... I just have to finish fixing it
@@aroni3s440 I fight with myself to sell it or keep it. When I don't use it I wanna sell it, when I daily it I wanna keep it haha
Thats definitely a Gem and great price at that!!! Those were the days when pride went into every aspect and stage of the build!! That truck will last and love how it used to be easier to work on as well!!!
Yeah okay I have had 6 of them from the late 80 to mid 90s and they are freaking pos' but they look good!
In 2045, I'll be saying this about my 2020 5.0 Supercrew.
@@MormonMustang_ have u had any issues with yourv2020 supercrew yet?
@@jsjizzaone3590 no sir. E85 tuned by palm beach dyno since 1,500 mi. Now has 18,000 without a hiccup and I beat the piss out of it, racing etc.. amazing truck.
These F150’s are legendary. I’d be so happy to have one like this even with the 300 Six in it.
The 300s were bullet proof engines absolutely 100%
That truck will still be going strong when the 2021 Trucks are already dying out...
I bet it will have less trips to the dealership in its life time then my L5P Silverado in the last 6months
Nice truck.
Wrong
@@whitehorse1961 Yeh but that's a junk Cheby
@@kyboy5 You must be trying to imitate the person behind your username
2021 chevys are dropping like flies, bad lifters
It's about the dollars. Large profits for Ford and Chevy trucks for people that want comfort, tech, and a smooth ride. Most haul nothing more than Walmart bags and kids in the back. I've ridden in new trucks and they don't seem like a truck, not like this one you just presented. Nice video!
I think most people feel safer in a pick up. And cant afford an expensive SUV.
@@michaelcuff5780 Fair point. Gezz they all seem so expensive.
Now that kid was raised right! Great job ! Mom and Dad!
Appreciate his respect for the family who sold him the truck and his love for the classic.❤️❤️❤️. Forget about owning one, we don't even get to see anything like that on Indian roads..😭😢
I like it! I got me a 97 f250 it's the last year of that body style has a 460 and gets 9 miles to the gallon.
They get 9 pulling a load or empty.
I had a 97 f350 xlt with 460 n high gears it got 13 mpg but would do a burn out for 100' easy..loved that truck. Blue interior too
9 miles to the gallon is worth it if you like driving it. My 2014 F150 gets about 15 city 19 highway on average (not too bad), but I love driving it. My wife has a Ford Edge that get about 20 city 26 mpg highway, but I still insist that we take the truck everywhere because I have more fun driving it.
Like my grandfather used to say “they don’t make em like they used to!”
Other than the phone holder, the interior is a step back in time. I remember eating a lot of McDonald’s in a cab like this.
I had a 96' 150 super cab short bed with the 351 and towing package and I loved that thing, so solid, and one of the best air conditioners I ever had in any vehicle.
I bought one of these recently on eBay out of California for $5300, 2wd 300 i6 though. Looks brand new in and out, only problem is the E4OD has given me a lot of ass pain. Had it rebuilt and it's still slamming going into reverse. Taking it back to he trans shop next week.
They all slam into reverse , I’ve had 2 in my truck and they both did that, if it does a second pause when you shift then get a “ thud-ink” sound and feel it , I’d say it’s normal, unless your overheating or slipping gear you should be fine, if it’s slamming all gears then I’m pretty sure you just might need a new valve body
@@LPWSzzz When the trans is hot it's such a slam that there's no way it can be considered normal, firm is one thing but it's more than that. Also when the trans is cold when you start the truck it stalls going into reverse as if the TC is dragging the engine
The gear shifter I always felt, was a weak point in the vehicle. You're spot on-- that era of trucks from ford and GM...It is sad.
I had the exact same truck but in a short-bed..it was dark blue not black..it was my very first Ford F150 I loved it. I remember it had a Dana 44 front end on it too..I bought it at Galpin Ford with 11k on it..back in 1995. The good ol' days.
I just bought my 1990 F250 Lariat with only 122k miles with the 460 to replace my 2016 F150 after I trade it in.
I think 97' has the best look but most older fords are beastly.
I bought the F250 for $7k. Haven't really had much time to work on it but it starts right up.
Great looking truck. I have a ‘92 F250 Supercab long bed with 79,900 miles. My friend is driving from Idaho to see it in Sacramento tomorrow. I’ll probably be selling it to him. Only letting it go because I bought a ‘95 F150 Supercab with 55,800 miles two days ago. Drove it 265 miles from the place I bought it. Originally ordered by the guy’s mom who sadly passed away last year. 5.0, auto, XLT, RWD. No receiver hitch. Bed looks like it was never used. Absolutely rust free. White with that 90s light green contrast color in the middle. Would like to put a 5.0 Coyote in it but it would be a shame to mess with.
I have had mine for 17 years it got a 4" lift kit old style ford rails and the ford emblem also 5.8 winder engine the old style fog lights fuel exhaust with chrome tear drops wheels (racing wheels) dash board cover same color red as dash
Cars and trucks are literal time machines which are a reflection of the era. If they never changed, there would be no classics. Sometimes I really miss turning a wrench
Anyone who wonders what has happened to American manufacturing should watch this video. It’s a beautiful tribute to American quality workmanship.
I worked at a Ford dealer starting back in 98, when these trucks were everywhere yet. Oddly I don’t remember really doing much of anything majorly mechanical as far as repairs. On these trucks. Just basic stuff like ball joints, u joints belts hoses, plugs wires , caps rotors, fuel pressure regulators etc. . Back in a time where most of the major engine repair were head gasket repairs on the 3.8 motors in the windstars, taurus, or thunderbirds. I remember when we would do a pcm reflash we still used the old blue Ford authorized modification ID cards under the hoods. Damn I miss those days. I didn’t even have any gray hair than lol.
It's what i like to call a museum piece. Super clean, as factory built, very nice!
WOW What a gem that one is. In that kinda of condition I'd offer 20.000 to 25.000. the only weak spot on those were the shock and spring assembly on the driver side rot out, But those engines were the best that ford came out with if it was a winser - you couldn't kill them - they were like Timex watches takes a licking and keeps on ticking...
I owned a 94 F150 XL SC 4.9 six manual 5 speed. Two tone blue, polished aluminum wheels, good reliable truck for the time I had it.
I wouldn’t completely blame the govt. It’s the car reviewers and general public that demanded a more feminine trucks thoughout the years too. Facts.
govt. influences society. directly.
@corey Babcock casedilla
Right on man, I think planned obsolescence is a huge factor, stuff like these old Ford trucks or the GMT400 models were maybe a little too reliable from the mfg point of view
I liked my 85 F150, I learned how to fix a lot of things that broke on that truck myself! I also like my 2016 F150, even if it is one big computer on four wheels. They both have redeeming qualities!
I've had 3 92-96 F150s. Great body style. My favorite combo is the 4.9 Straight 6 with the 5SPD trans. 4x4 with lockout hubs with the shifter on the floor. Gas was .99 cents a gallon back then. Nobody was worried about getting 12 mpg in their 351. Ford didn't do us a favor with their Triton engines either, still gas hogs and put in an ugly body style from 97-03. Even then there was problems, I waited until '05 to switch and still more problems with the 5.4. I'm happy with the 3.5 EcoBoost now. Great looks and fuel economy. ✌
The best combo 👌
I kinda wish I had the floor shifter in my Bronco!
@@anthonyjulson8840 More reliable than that button for sure
Gosh this makes me miss my old truck. Got a new 1995 250 Power stroke with 6 miles in 95. It was a company truck that was treated like my own. This brings back lots of great memories. That was the best truck ever. About cried the day it got traded in for a van. I wish I could have afforded to buy so bad but wasn't in the cards. Thanks for the video and great memories it brings
Nice ride!
I’m the maybe 3rd owner Of a blue & white 95 F-150 4x4 5.8 with 4” lift on 33’s...my dream truck. Still has the original owners manual. I’ve had more offers on that truck than anything else I’ve ever owned.
That F150 is a beautiful truck! I have a 2003 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 4x4 Lariat short bed 7.3 Power-stroke white in color with 59,000 miles. In sits in my garage. I have owed since brand new 12/2002. I have been sick for last 9 years so the truck is only driven by my son-in-law every two weeks. Fastest truck I have ever driven and other changing the oil/filters, batteries (2), fuel filters and brake shoes twice nothing else has gone wrong with the truck. Note: I just changed the tires because they were brand new but 9 years old, BF GOODRICH 285/75/16.
I've got a 93 GMC Suburban and feel the same. We rented a brand new Yukon XL for a vacation and my kids 8 and 10 both said they love our burb much more than the new one....
I inherited my grandfathers 1990 bricknose f250. When I got it in 2019 it has 82k original miles, now on 2021 it just rolled 90k and I love it with all my heart and soul
Beautiful
1st Gen lightning owner here. It's a red 95 model, I wouldn't trade it for a new one, and that's being serious. 226k miles on the factory everything, had the alternator rebuild and new water pump and radiator and that's it outside of routine maintenance. Lowered her 2" and put on a set of 295/35/20 on the Gen 2 replicas from lmr. She turns heads every where I drive it.
Going to buy a 97 f250 hunter green with matching Leer cap 105k miles 4x4 xl. Original owner kept in heated garage all its life, looks like new, zero rust. Getting from a hunting camp friend. Never off road, not driven in winter. So pumped.
Agree with you man.The 90’s era of Ford and Chevy were damn good trucks. Still no nonsense purpose built. Miss those days man. Still affordable at that time as well.
I had a 96 F150, if it had been a manual I would have never sold it. It was beautiful, two tone maroon and silver.
I own a truck like that for little over a year now and has absolutely serviced me very well. Never left me stranded and always does the job. I bought mine from my neighbor when I was 16 year old for $300 because it was a non-operational. It's a soild red 1992 ford f150 4x4 custom single cab short bed with 300 straight six paired to a 5 speed manual transmission. All original 160,000 miles highway on and used to be owned by a trucking company. This truck means alot to me since it was my first pick up, first vehicle I've purchased and learned how to drive stick on. To this day it's still going very strong 🤩🤩
I have the F 150 4.9 5 speed, Drives and runs like new, Black, gray interior, I use 5w 20 and sounds great, no oil leaks and not burning any. Fantastic riding truck, Looked for 2 years for this set up that’s 100%, I put everything new OEM parts but the fuel pumps.2wheel drive. Get these while you can, These are going to be a few to none as they get wrecked and fixed wrong with aftermarket junk Parts’s,
Very nice truck Luke, i see you will keep the old girl till death do you part, and kudos for that fella. If i may add, treat that 5.7 with a top full syn oil and top grade fuel and she won't let ya down. THANKS FOR SHARING FORD BOSS ME!
The straight 6 cyl. 300 cid was nuke proof! The best 6 cyl Ford ever made! The 302 was the best v8.
Fellow 9th gen owner with a 93 f150 5.0 e4od 2wd. Nice truck brother! I picked it up for $300 claimed it had bad rings and injectors. Sat under a shed for 8 years. Had 104,839 miles on it when I got it running with only a starter rebuild, spark plugs, wires, cap, rotor, fuel tank and sending unit, and numerous other smaller things not worth mentioning. Now I have 3 years and 121,815 miles on it. I have used this truck for a truck too but it’s still clean. Only thing I’m not proud of on it is the trailer brake connector and controller wiring I done in a emergency. But it’s hauled, towed, and been on road trips since I got her back into commission. Really clean body on it and VERY clean underneath nothing but light surface rust on the frame/exhaust. Looks immaculate could eat off it. I only have one major issue with it, the oil pan gasket was so old and dried up that it blew out just enough to cause a small oil leak on the drivers side right beside the I-beam. Been a very good loyal truck, I’ve had way more issues with my ‘17 Ford Fusion with 80k miles on it. Unfortunately fuel prices are going up and it’s going to be parked until I need to move the travel trailer or lawnmower trailer. I love driving it though.
These are awesome.I flipped mine 10 yrs ago...it still runs great!I use it at the ranch now with no windows🤗
That truck is GOLD down here in Dallas !! These Texas boys CREAM their pants with F-series trucks !!
Years ago I worked at a marina, and the boss had a 96 F150 and a brand new 2000 F150, and we all preferred the 96 over the new one. The nineties was a great decade for trucks. I love this truck.
I bought my '95 F150XLT in '99 with 50k miles. 302, 5-speed short bed, 2 wheel drive. Got into a wreck in '08 thanks to a dumb broad who was high and ran a red light. Let it sit for 11 years and decided to restore it in 2019. Spent a fortune getting it back on the road but it was worth it. Love that truck and I'll keep it until they plant me.
That twink has a great truck .. keep as is i found one with a 460 manual transmission .. I replaced all 3 brake hoses (rubber ) changed out calipers
And wheel cylinders master cylinder .. and all hoses and belts thermostat used wp lube to protect cooling system .. marvel mystery oil in fuel
Truck is a 4x4 factory lift . (I was told 2 inch ) used only to pull Airstream. Bought at same time. Cat converter removed rear tank replaced
Truck now has 36 k original miles .. better than new truck ... great video thanks
Beautiful truck, the enemy here is rust. This is when a truck was a truck, and truck owners needed a truck. Now everybody drives a truck, never put more than groceries in the back. Always been a Ford truck guy, 78 F150 Ranger, first and only new vehicle 89 Ranger XLT 4x4, 94 Explorer 4x4, 4 Bronco 2 4x4s (still have my 88 Eddie Bauer, and my first 85(parts), 2003 F150 4x4 still my daily driver. With the price of new trucks today, more and more it makes sense to maintain an old one!
Got my hands on a one owner 01 f350 lariat with the tan leather, crew cab long bed 4wd, it's got the V10, white / gold bottom. 77350 miles when I got it last June from a classic car dealer. Owner took it out a couple times a year to go camping, kept it in a big garage. Things like showroom new. Love it.
I love the old square body Fords as much as any truck out there.
Beautiful truck man. I had a 92 F250 XLT 4X4 5 speed 5.8 , same exact color and trim but Ext cab. BEST looking body style ford ever made imo.... Wish i never sold it, bought it for $1000 in 2007 due to a bad miss (plug wires) ran it in AK till 2016 no issues. Had to sell for the move to HI. ( did pass on the good price to a buddy $1000) Still kicking myself for not shipping it.
Wish they still made them like this. The mid 90’s trucks did just as good on fuel mileage as the pos trucks do now with out the bells and whistles you don’t need. Or in my case don’t want.
And built with real metal, not recycled beer cans like today.
Yes. Love this video. I am 21 and have a 4x4 73’ f250. Will hold onto it forever. They don’t make em like they used to :(
Makes me love my 260k 96 bronco even more, only issue I've had (major) is the TC went out, just swapped a 351w in from the previous 302 but was still running strong and trust me that little 302 seen some heavy ski boats behind it🤣, been offered 20k at stop lights and like the kid said you just don't feel right taking it, once obs ford's get in your blood it's hard to change
WoW, just wow, A sixteen year old was offered $15k for his truck he just bought for $6200 and he turned it down because he didn't want to disrespect the former owner, and he knows he owns a rare gem. This young man has my respect to the fullest.
Indeed
I had an all original 95 f150 5 years ago with the 302 in it regular cab 2wd. Only had 67500 on it when I sold it. I gave it away for 3500 dollars to a guy that needed a truck. I don't miss it because I enjoyed it while I had it. Very dependable truck though. Hopefully my 2019 f150 regular cab 4x4 will last just as long. I only have 10500 miles on it after owning it now for 15 months. I don't drive it often. But it's a solid truck so far. Hopefully I am blessed to have it decades like the 95 I had with no issues.
I have a 92 F150 and a 97 F250 hd I had thought about upgrading to a newer truck a few years back but after working on the newer 4.6 and 5.4 and now the 5.0 i decided to to keep these trucks. iv"e had the F250 for 16 years and it is a great truck
Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's truck. Lol!!
That is a beautiful truck. I have a 1994 it's in great shape and had it for 2 years. My friend that passed from pancreas cancer sold it to me for a great price. I love the color it's mint green or like a aqua. I always loved those body styles.
For a few months, I had a really beat up '95 F-150. I really liked it, but it wasn't well taken care-of and falling apart. Got $500 out of it and bought a '97 Ranger with a 5-speed that was much better taken care of for $700. I've fixed it up and now it's my favorite little thing. Old Ford trucks are great, from F-350+ all the way to Rangers.
I love those rangers....they can take a beating
I have 1992 Ford flare side awesome truck and a Ford 250 2012 regular cab no complaints about the trucks both work good for what I need
Sadly thinking i can't keep up on my 88' F150. 4x4 with straight six, HD, package all electric with custom capt. seats with 91,000 miles. Had 70's F250's that struggled to haul a cord of wood and this one does it like nothing. 4 low and granny gear can pull stumps out of the ground. Has A.C., cruise control with undercoating just coming off and only rust is bottom of driver door with little showing in rear wells. Amazing truck and love the diehard straight sixes and amazing gas for all the trucks can do.
Have a '97 F-250HD (old body style) that I got from North Carolina with no undercarriage rust. Some dents and dings and 277k miles but she still works great, and still looks great. I'll never sell her. She gets parked from December till late March so as to avoid the salt and brine they treat the roads with around here.
I have a 92 Explorer EB that sat in an underground parking garage since 96 like that. Still has the original plugs and everything
I have a 93 2 door explorer with 18000 miles
You hit the automotive jackpot with this! These f150s were absolutely rock solid!
This truck will far outlast a brand new F150.... You got this for a steal! The seller didn't realize the value.
Nice find. Lucky kid. I’d take this over most of what’s out there today.
I’m not a Ford guy, but I agree 100%. Reminds me of my Grandfathers old truck. Can still hear the sound of those doors closing
where i live there’s a bunch of these OBS fords on the road still today. makes me smile going down the road and seeing one driving past. ever since i got mine and fixed it up i’ve loved it and love driving it. truly great and simple trucks. feel like you can fix just about anything on them by yourself without too fancy of tools. plus you dont need an expensive scan tool for the obd 1 trucks. just need a paper clip and you can get the codes from it easily. it’s true they don’t make em how they used to
You are right. Quality. Easy to repair too. Wheel bearings not hub assemblies for 1. Heater core in some through glovebox!
I think these were some of the best vehicles ever made.
Wow I wish my explorer 94 limited 4x4 was as well taken care of as this one when I bought it 2 years ago super nice 👍
Love these old truck stories Dad had 50/100 Ford's three seaters. 4 brothers later traded in for van
just beautiful man. a real truck. My best friend ordered that same truck brand new. Except red and white. We still talk about it. Bring it back Ford!
Beautiful truck, solid, tough and reliable! Back when trucks were trucks and built to last. The 80’s-90’s Ford and Chevy pickups were so reliable and lasted pretty much forever with basic maintenance. None of this overly complex electronics to wear out and cause CEL and all kinds of other issues.
The steel and sheetmetal was thick back then too, the doors, hoods, tail gates, beds, all felt and were much sturdier and could take punishment. All the new trucks are garbage quality with plastic door handles and thin ass gauge sheetmetal and flimsy materials.
I’m sorry but 4 cylinder turbos should not be in any truck that weighs almost 6,000lbs and possibly pulling trailers and expect to be reliable and last hundreds of thousands of miles. It’s just not possible. Excessive heat destroys everything over time, and 4 banger turbos are the worst at self destructing when pushed to its limits.
Give me a good ole NA V8 that’s smooth as butter and isn’t so stressed when it comes time to haul a bunch of stuff. Sure gas mileage won’t be so great but at least the engine will last forever.
Long live the V8 and old school engineering!!
I had the same year F150 Eddie Bauer edition. It was a really nice truck. The only issues with trucks of this vintage were the locking hubs on the four wheel drive. Replaced mine at 70,000 miles. The mechanic told me that it was a common thing with F150s back then. Mine had the 5.0 in it which was under powered and was the only reason I ended up selling it. If it had the bigger V8 I would probably still have it. Great truck!
Wow. They don't make them like that anymore. All steel.. I always wanted one. Amazing Ty for the video.
Ty yvw
A prime example of your point and the EPA's roll in pushing consumers and manufacturing to change for the worse is that new F-150 Lighting.
I’ve got a 94 with 4.9 6 cylinder. 500k still running. Worked out of it for 15 years and plan to get it road worthy again, just love it.
Ordered a truck just like that '95 F-150 5.8 regular cab 8 ft. bed...green. great truck. Started getting Corrosion issues around windshield. Water leaks, could never find where it came from. Then the 2004 F-150 came out.....damn glad I went with the 2003 instead of the '04 3valve crap motor. Spray CORROSION X AVIATION GRADE ON ALL THE METAL % WIRING ON THAT TRUCK
I have an 88 standard cab F150 4x4 Lariat ….that I bought new..302… 5 speed transmission…it has been one heck of a truck!!!!!!
Mine is a 87 with 351w carburetor single cab short bed red on white.I looked on Craigslist a long time to find it.
Many of them were rust buckets.Many were over priced.
She is not perfect, but I have done all the rebuild work.
Deleted all pollution system upgraded heads, intake,headers,exhaust,cam, bored .040, turned crank.All new brakes etc.Put on a roll pan bumper and bucket seats.I have put in about $9,000 which includes new rims and tires plus the drag tires I use at the strip.
She has a 3.90 gear and has surprised many stock Mustang owners when she gets a 3 or 4 truck length lead on them.Oh by the way that c6 has been gone Thu and upgraded with shift kit and servo and the sidewinder floor shifter makes shifting bullet proof.
I can't beat a newer Mustang, but I didn't spend $60,000 + on a store bought toy that my daddy and mommy got me because I'm a spoiled little bitch...LOL.
God I miss my 96 5.0 I had. It was my first vehicle and ever since I’ve been in love with OBS Fords. When I get the money and find a nicer one, I’m buying it the second I can. This kid is very lucky.
I have almost the same truck. Mine is a 94 F250 tho, same engine, love it!!!! Mine has 300k miles on it tho but still doesn’t have a speck of rust! Front/rear fuel tanks, I love these trucks!!!! I am starting to have a couple issues with it and would love to see if you can give me a few ideas on which direction to go to fix it. It’s running super rich, idles fine but doesn’t have a lot of power when you first start accelerating and if you give it too much throttle, it falls on its nose. Engine is solid tho, no knocking, no ticks, etc. blowing a bit of black smoke from running rich. I’d be happy to pay ya a consult fee if you could lead me thru some troubleshooting steps.
Anyways, these trucks are the best! I’m happy putting $10k into mine before I buy something new ever again!
Awesome video man! Thanks for sharing
I had a 1993 shortbox in black and it was my favorite truck ever. Unfortunately it was rusty when I got it and it only lasted 3 years. The interior was in immaculate condition but the body was shot, E4OD trans was weak and the rear diff was full of glitter when I sold it for $500. I've never found another one, that's life in New England.
Had a white 95 OJ bronco 351w, the best rig I ever owned......KMFNB 😋
Plate said WASOJS2. In 1999 and drove through north Chicago every day...KMFNB the good Ole days
You make me feel warm and fuzzy about my 95 k1500 Silverado! Family owned truck and she’s at 386k as of right now and she isn’t showing signs of giving up just yet. Original engine other than the rebuilt transmission that went out at 335k. Best trucks out there!
I’ve got a 1997 F250 HD extended cab short bed with a 460 only 4X2 though I bought new in early 1998 but just like you said it’s all American I couldn’t find a single imported part anywhere those trucks were the most made in USA thing you could buy period.
Not to rub it in but I just bought a 1992 F250 4x4 5.8l standard cab long box. I’m the second owner and it has 58,000 original miles. I paid 1K 😂😂. Love this truck though!
Picked up a ruff 91’ f2shity a few months ago. Looks like all hell with dents ect. But damn i really like it more and more every time I drive it. Only reason i got it is because i know this things can take a beating it surprised me because I actually enjoy driving it!
Im a 2nd owner on my 1994 f150 with the 302 in it and it’s almost at 400k miles but still running strong 💪