Thought this film was more about 80s 90s nostalgia, than the Caravan. Having said that. I still loved and appreciated it! Wishing you a blessed new year!
Another great offering, brings back memories of Iacocca's TV commercials, he was such a great salesman. No nitpicking, loved the video, but would have liked to see more about the van than the movie stuff. Thanks again Tofer, nailed it again!
Awesome video I grew Up in the 1990’s these vans, K-cars an station wagons where everywhere man I miss hearing a 2.8 or 3.1 GM V-6 go up the hill by my house I remember one day in the summer of 1996 I counted 5 Chevy celebrity’s, 6 Oldsmobile cutlass cieras, 3 K-cars an a few 1980’s ford Ltd wagons
I have laid my own hands on that very first Plymouth Voyager that Lee Iacocca used as the press minivan. Crazy long story, but it was amazing to touch a piece of history like that.
Lee Iacocca came up with the idea of the minivan while working at Ford Motor Company. After he was fired from Ford, he took his minivan plans to Chrysler
Another excellent post. As always, the 80s references thrown in are as big a part of the whole as the content itself. I especially loved the linking Wrath of Khan to Chrysler. Ah, good times! Thanks, Tofer!!
Another great trip down memory lane Topher. Combining nostalgia, interesting facts, and a tribute to one of the most influential leaders in the automotive industry makes for some great content.
Nostalgia for cars is a weird thing. We look back with rose tinted glasses on some cars that were not actually very good (in the U.K. the Mk2 Escort springs to mind) whilst forgetting or damning cars that were actually groundbreaking or revolutionary, based on a supposed effect they had in either direction. I suppose it comes down to what we imagine a car will do for us, a rear wheel drive saloon that’s had its halo versions succeed on the track or the rally stage will make us long for that even when all we got to ride in was the small engined base version, while a family car that was only ever that doesn’t remind us of our dreams when we’re young, even though it’s more closely tied to our experience and our memories. All had character, but we forget that sometimes.
I can still remember seeing loads of Caravans and Voyagers when I was a kid in the 80s and 90s. The school parking lot had lots of them. Parking lots at major retailers, shopping plazas, and malls would be loaded with them.
Lee is smiling down from heaven. Too bad he didn't quite live long enough to see your work...you done him proud. Still the most efficient way conceived to transport a large family. Other than the off-road or towing capability, I still don't get the SUV thing for 90% of people who have them. So much is left on the table for those who need the room. I'm amazed how we live in an age where looks & perception matter so much to the average humanoid but practicality is largely ignored. All the 80s movie references are gold! You got me digging thru my collection now. I think it's a good TMP & WOK night 😁 best wishes for the coming new year, live long & prosper.
I just discovered your channel this evening. I watched the K-Car - Taurus - and this video. Well done if not a little over the top on this one, I know you were trying for nostalgic reverie, but it was at the cost of automotive content.
Thanks for the feedback. And I tend to agree. This one was a bit experimental. You may enjoy the Thunderbird video I recently posted. I tried to include more facts and figures and history.
Great production and knowledge. And from an adult narration! Not some vulgar flippant young cat. The MiniVan was one of a number of new phenomenons carwise in the '80's, a decade of opportunity. The Cherokee and Taurus for example. The VW bus came early. But the KVan popularized the small passenger van. Ford II gave Iacocca the minivan plans thinking it had no future. I always thought minivans a bit cramped. Thus SUVs winning eventually. Problem with the minivan it's a one box with little style potential. Two for the SUV, still one box short. But I predict they will grow trunks, back decks soon.
Always a joy to watch your videos. Always been a huge fan of Lee Iacocca and the K-Car. Henry Ford: "You are out of here." Iacocca: We've had the most profitable decade in history and you are going to throw it all away." Please do a Ford Granada video.
Had first an SUV that carriied a lot of 4x4 mechanicals not needed for daily driving. Then got a minivan and it really changed my mind. Don't care about image and really appreciate the universal utility of minivan. When you get old you will have to downsize from high step SUV and need space for scooter and walking appliances. Nobody steals minivans which is OK by me.
Great Job as always! The music was on point ...perfect for the era (do you create the soundtracks)? I've seen all you've posted on this channel (most more than once) and i love the style none like it that I've found and im forever looking for auto history. Thanks and im ready for the next. Stay safe Tofer.
I was there to see the whole minivan thing but I just listened to this to hear the calm voice after a long stressing day at the office. You should really do voice relaxing vids. Calmed all anxiety and gave renewed interest in Lee Iacocca(sp)? Keep up the good work 👍🏾👍🏾
I had a red 1989 Dodge Caravan 2.5L Turbo I4 146 hp was faster than the V-6 and the Turbo 2.5L was only available on SE and LE models and was done from 1988-1990. Also some had the 2.2L Turbo 4 as well and still was faster than the V-6
Slight nit-pick: The Chrysler minivans never got the Turbo 2.2L... they got the 2.5L [stroker] version, and very few of them got it at-that. Most of the 1st-gens were either the non-turbo 2.5L four, the 3.3L/3.8L V-6 or--depending on model-year--one of the two the garbage engines Mitsibishi built.
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Thought this film was more about 80s 90s nostalgia, than the Caravan. Having said that. I still loved and appreciated it! Wishing you a blessed new year!
You don't just tell us the history you tell us a story and take us on pop culture trip back in time and I love it.
Another great offering, brings back memories of Iacocca's TV commercials, he was such a great salesman. No nitpicking, loved the video, but would have liked to see more about the van than the movie stuff. Thanks again Tofer, nailed it again!
Awesome video I grew Up in the 1990’s these vans, K-cars an station wagons where everywhere man I miss hearing a 2.8 or 3.1 GM V-6 go up the hill by my house I remember one day in the summer of 1996 I counted 5 Chevy celebrity’s, 6 Oldsmobile cutlass cieras, 3 K-cars an a few 1980’s ford Ltd wagons
Many Modern cars sound terrible
I have laid my own hands on that very first Plymouth Voyager that Lee Iacocca used as the press minivan. Crazy long story, but it was amazing to touch a piece of history like that.
This video is the reason I have expensive headphones. That outro music at 15:14 is awesome.
Lee Iacocca came up with the idea of the minivan while working at Ford Motor Company. After he was fired from Ford, he took his minivan plans to Chrysler
Yes, Ford was a stubborn old mule.
Absolutely Fantastic Video. I honestly can’t believe that this channel doesn’t have more subscribers. Dude your channel is top freaking notch.
Thanks a ton!
Another excellent post. As always, the 80s references thrown in are as big a part of the whole as the content itself. I especially loved the linking Wrath of Khan to Chrysler. Ah, good times! Thanks, Tofer!!
We had an '88 Grand Caravan LE (Blue) over 20 years ago.
Just came across this video. This simply has to the most artistic video ever done on a minivan!🙂
The Chrysler new yorker turbo was the ultimate K car. And the VW type 2 was the first minivan. These were revolutionary however.
Such a cool presentation!!!
Another great trip down memory lane Topher. Combining nostalgia, interesting facts, and a tribute to one of the most influential leaders in the automotive industry makes for some great content.
Nostalgia for cars is a weird thing. We look back with rose tinted glasses on some cars that were not actually very good (in the U.K. the Mk2 Escort springs to mind) whilst forgetting or damning cars that were actually groundbreaking or revolutionary, based on a supposed effect they had in either direction. I suppose it comes down to what we imagine a car will do for us, a rear wheel drive saloon that’s had its halo versions succeed on the track or the rally stage will make us long for that even when all we got to ride in was the small engined base version, while a family car that was only ever that doesn’t remind us of our dreams when we’re young, even though it’s more closely tied to our experience and our memories. All had character, but we forget that sometimes.
I don't think I can hit the like button enough times. This is a masterpiece
Wow. An epic journey into my childhood. You nailed it!
I still have my 1993 Plymouth Voyager, although I may be selling it soon. It took me to Florida and back twice, and many points in between.
I can still remember seeing loads of Caravans and Voyagers when I was a kid in the 80s and 90s. The school parking lot had lots of them. Parking lots at major retailers, shopping plazas, and malls would be loaded with them.
Greatest intro! I love this channel!
Love this video...stylin’
You have best videos on cars vans trucks your music is best I love al, your videos
The executive limousine was the ultimate k car
Richard Nixon had one
Man, anybody got a dime?? Love going back and watching these!
The visual effects in this video is pure joy!
Great entertaining video!
Always enjoy your vids!
Shoutout to Guy Coulombe the illustrious President of the Chrysler K Car Club. He is the glue that holds us together.
Lee is smiling down from heaven. Too bad he didn't quite live long enough to see your work...you done him proud. Still the most efficient way conceived to transport a large family. Other than the off-road or towing capability, I still don't get the SUV thing for 90% of people who have them. So much is left on the table for those who need the room. I'm amazed how we live in an age where looks & perception matter so much to the average humanoid but practicality is largely ignored.
All the 80s movie references are gold! You got me digging thru my collection now. I think it's a good TMP & WOK night 😁 best wishes for the coming new year, live long & prosper.
Hey Tofer CAn you do one on the Chevrolet Caprice Classic?
Definitely on my list! Love those old Caprice Classics. Thanks for watching!
I just discovered your channel this evening. I watched the K-Car - Taurus - and this video. Well done if not a little over the top on this one, I know you were trying for nostalgic reverie, but it was at the cost of automotive content.
Thanks for the feedback. And I tend to agree. This one was a bit experimental. You may enjoy the Thunderbird video I recently posted. I tried to include more facts and figures and history.
Great production and knowledge. And from an adult narration! Not some vulgar flippant young cat. The MiniVan was one of a number of new phenomenons carwise in the '80's, a decade of opportunity. The Cherokee and Taurus for example. The VW bus came early. But the KVan popularized the small passenger van. Ford II gave Iacocca the minivan plans thinking it had no future. I always thought minivans a bit cramped. Thus SUVs winning eventually. Problem with the minivan it's a one box with little style potential. Two for the SUV, still one box short. But I predict they will grow trunks, back decks soon.
Your intro is awesome
The pioneer of minivans, nowadays the compact minivan is the hottest car category in Indonesian roads!
Always a joy to watch your videos. Always been a huge fan of Lee Iacocca and the K-Car. Henry Ford: "You are out of here." Iacocca: We've had the most profitable decade in history and you are going to throw it all away." Please do a Ford Granada video.
Is it a Granada or a Mercedes?
Yes please do a Granada video
Can you do a history of Lee Iacocca and all his designs, as opposed to a particular car?
My father had a 1986 Dodge Caravan. There is a van in the Smithsonian museum in Washington, DC
Had first an SUV that carriied a lot of 4x4 mechanicals not needed for daily driving. Then got a minivan and it really changed my mind. Don't care about image and really appreciate the universal utility of minivan. When you get old you will have to downsize from high step SUV and need space for scooter and walking appliances. Nobody steals minivans which is OK by me.
The Dodge Caravan, Chrysler Town and Country, and Plymouth Voyager minivans were one of the most influential cars of the 1980s
Much much better than new!!! 🎈🎉
Great Job as always! The music was on point ...perfect for the era (do you create the soundtracks)? I've seen all you've posted on this channel (most more than once) and i love the style none like it that I've found and im forever looking for auto history.
Thanks and im ready for the next.
Stay safe Tofer.
I was there to see the whole minivan thing but I just listened to this to hear the calm voice after a long stressing day at the office. You should really do voice relaxing vids. Calmed all anxiety and gave renewed interest in Lee Iacocca(sp)? Keep up the good work 👍🏾👍🏾
My first time driving was in a Plymouth Voyager
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I had no idea Doug Henning had his hand in this!
We had a Priva growing up, mid mounted engine, big purple egg. It had many bizarre quirks its no wonder it never fully took off.
I remember my parents bought the first mini van back in 1985. It fell apart with in 4 years. we never bought Chrysler ever again.
Dankeschön 🌍🇪🇺🇩🇪🙏🏻
I learned how to drive on a Dodge Caravan...
I had a red 1989 Dodge Caravan 2.5L Turbo I4 146 hp was faster than the V-6 and the Turbo 2.5L was only available on SE and LE models and was done from 1988-1990. Also some had the 2.2L Turbo 4 as well and still was faster than the V-6
Can you make a Saturn S-series video?
The story of Sarurn is on my list for sure.
The 1st generation Caravan was built on the T platform
Iacocca as Kahn... Why not? That is just about what he did to Ford.
What is the piano theme mid video
Alot of pork....not much caravan..what about the turbos?
Slight nit-pick: The Chrysler minivans never got the Turbo 2.2L... they got the 2.5L [stroker] version, and very few of them got it at-that. Most of the 1st-gens were either the non-turbo 2.5L four, the 3.3L/3.8L V-6 or--depending on model-year--one of the two the garbage engines Mitsibishi built.
As far as facts and factory photos was great, but scenes of stuff/things/shows/movies not having anything to do with the Caravan was odd
I hated the Plymouth Voyager commercial with magician, I would plug my ears.
My family never had one
I go far in my Mopar car.
Aww man. Fantastic video and a great history lesson but the background music is so distracting :-(
well that was weird
Interesting, but you need a good editor.
Why not just tell the story & avoid all the over styled graphics & music/sounds?
The story is good but whats with all the filler video crap.