i agree completely. I bought a 2010 toyota camry LE at the end of november 2023. It had 71,000 kilometers on it then... it now has 81,000 kilometers on it. I bought it from the original ,old lady owner. The car has a ton of lifespan to go yet ! Mine has the 2.5 4 cylinder and the 6 speed automatic transmission.
For me as a mechanic, driving an older vehicle is so satisfying because I see the rapid downhill trajectory newer cars are taking in terms of quality and reliability. Hidden behind that shiny, water-based paint and flashy looks is a very cheaply made car with an excessive amount of technology that is destined to fail in 20 years. If we could always depend on computer modules being available for cars, I would not be making a point about technology. But the problem is, modules will be the death of new cars in 20 years. The majority of them will be discontinued and unavailable for purchase, and even if they are, they will total the value of the vehicle, rendering it useless except for scrap metal. My daily driver is a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, 4.7 V8. I just crossed 240,000 miles the day after you posted this video - original engine and transmission, transfer case and axles. How timely! I am proud that even with all of those miles, I have no leaks whatsoever, no warning lights/messages, no oil burning, no engine knock or harsh transmission shifts. Of course, I had to replace a number of seals and gaskets for all that to be the case...but now it is. The way I look at it is this: either you will spend a boatload of money on car payments with a minimal number of repairs, or you will spend a lot of money on car repairs with no car payment. I think we all know which is cheaper, especially for a mechanic who can do his own work. Appreciate your channel and your enthusiasm for driving old vehicles. Keep it up!
Yeah, and even though '90s and '00s vehicles have electronic fuel injection, even their ECUs are serviceable. If a capacitor leaks (which is not unheard of at 20+ years of age) it can simply be de-soldered from the board and a new capacitor soldered on. There are companies that specialize in refurbishing old ECUs for a nominal price too.
I have a 2004 Acura TL with 185k, I am not kidding when I say it still runs like it has 10k miles on it. It has a cassette player with a cd slot but I just use bluetooth connector and listen to what I want. I don't travel a lot anymore so why would I say pay 60k for a new truck? I will keep this until it can't go anymore and it was actually built in Japan. You know it is going to last
@@bcw686 I just recently worked on a 2005 TL with 360k miles. Granted, it had had the transmission replaced due to the poor lubrication issue on first gear. Famous Honda transmission problem. But it has been a great car for my customer. I think he's owned it the majority of his driving years and doesn't plan on getting rid of it. The interior is very bad, though. Clean but cracked horribly from years in the sun. Hardly any leather left on the driver seat. I have to give an edge to Toyota in that department. Seen plenty of leather seats and dashboards in 2005ish Camrys with similar miles and equally as bad sun exposure that were in way better shape.
I am driving a 1985 Toyota truck as my daily driver. It has a manual transmission and its only safety feature is a seatbelt. Its fun to drive. You feel very engaged with the machine
I purchased my 1995 Lexus LS400 18 years ago as my retirement car. Today the car has 193k miles and is still going strong. I love driving it today just as much as the day I purchased it.
My car is a 92 chrysler lebaron 4 door. It's still a wonderful car and I drive it every day. Cold air, everything works, and amazingly comfortable! Maintenance is the key for longevity. Just take care of your stuff.
very cool. AND another bonus - it doesn't have a GPS tracker in it, it doesn't rob your cell phone contacts as you don't pair it with your phone, it doesn't spy on you and send reports back to the manufacturer who will sell your data, it doesn't have expensive sensors in it that add to repair costs, the list goes on and on!
I come from a time when we were grateful to have a vehicle that has comfortable seats, good A/C and heat, and a decent stereo to enjoy on a long trip. I have been a mechanic for most of my life and like keeping older vehicles in good shape instead of buying new ones with all the failure-prone technology. I’m a fan of older GM vehicles from a time they were very well built. My newest vehicle is an ‘02 GMC and I also own a ‘95 Chevy that I purchased new. I still drive either of them on long trips. Regardless of what make and model vehicle that has a great reputation for being well built, if they are well maintained they will run forever- and continue to be a part of many great memories down the road! Thanks for sharing- I completely agree with your sentiments!
You and I are cut from the same cloth. I love my old vehickes because of the inexpensive nature of upkeep, insurance and tags. It wouldnt be a debilitating financial hit if one died or was totaled either. My current line-up is a 99 Dodge Dakota with 277k miles, an 02 Econoline with 134k miles (I use it as a camper van) and an 02 Grand Marquis with 114k miles.
I love old vehicles too. There's a sense of satisfaction from fixing them slowly and restoring them. 3rd Gen 4 Runner is a very nice 6:02 a Sports edition. No car payment and the ability to park anywhere without worrying about door dings. Yes, sir, I envy you
I relate to this channel SO MUCH!!! YES....."Stickin' it to the Man and Beatin' the system!!!" I feel a strong sense of pride keeping the older, simpler cars on the road as long as I can. We live in culture where everything is disposable. The moment something breaks, it's time to trade it in or send it to the land fill. How wasteful is that way of functioning in this world!?!? My fleet is as follows: 2001 Toyota Camry (405,000), 2005 Lexus ES 330 (285,000) and Subaru Outback (254,000). My wife drives the Lexus 100 miles everyday for work and it cruises smooth as butter. Keep on keepin' on, folks!
Just the fact that I can keep her going gives me the satisfaction that I know what she needs. When my car reached 300k miles I wasn’t too sure how much it had left. I just got to 400k last month with minimal issues, minor radiator, alternator. No payments, AC still cools in the Texas heat, and I don’t feel bad leaving it outside to the elements. I drive a 99 Avalon. Decent gas mileage, V6, and the knowledge I can fix whatever is wrong with her makes me at peace. A new car would always make me worry, paranoid, complex computer issues, sensors, gotta keep it garaged, etc. I don’t need anymore stress at my age.😊
I agree with your psychology of why we enjoy an old car. I have an 06 Lincoln Town Car I paid $4500 for 8 years ago. With only 125k on it now it drives like a new car. Each time I drive it I think that I can't believe how little I paid and how good this car is. If I went out and got a new Lincoln SUV for $70k or more, I would feel like I made a big mistake.
I buy older cars because people generally want a new one. Like you said, no payments and lower insurance. As long as the engine and transmission are in good shape, the maintenance is affordable.😊
Bravo ! Driving an older but still very usable car = best form of recycling possible. My 2002 Mercedes ML500 is the same for me. I paid all of $4,000 for it 8 years ago - it was 14 years old then but had been perfectly maintained & garaged. They're a tough AWD body on frame "truck" chassis with a Borg Warner Transfer case + the best 5 speed transmission DamlierChrysler ever built + MBs venerable durable 5.0 V-8 engine. It had 102k then & at 182k now - so she's served me 80,000 miles in 8 years ! Most "wear parts" are dirt cheap now and it's seldom needs anything beyond filters fluids & tires. Akso no invasive privacy "tech" on an 2002 - just a great CD + CD changer + cassette High end sound system that still works. Gets 16-20 mpg about like your Forerunner !
I bought a brand new Camaro in 2000. Now, 24 years later, it has 220,000 miles on it and I’m hoping to make it to 300,000. It has a 5-speed manual transmission and T-tops, which you can’t find anymore. The 3.8 V-6 still runs strong and doesn’t burn any oil. The body is still quiet and it’s a fun car to drive. They stopped making the Camaro so I’ve been tempted to get a new one. But this one is still good and all paid for.
I actually bought a 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid because of your channel back in 2019. You commented about how some can last 500k+. Not only have I have bought another, I also have bought a 3.0gas version of the same model and year. Everything you listed at the end struck true to me..the enjoyment of knowing how to tackle everything and anything on this vehicle gives me so much confidence that even a disaster only has me off the road for a day. Appreciate your channel and all the old car guys.
Wow and its still running?? I got one of those ford escape hybrids and the hybrid battery went on me in 2018. I then discovered the batteries have a 10 yr life span and cost $10k to replace. I couldnt even get it repo’d because the bank didn’t want to waste the money on towing and collecting it.
My daily driver is a 2001 Volvo s60 T5 that I bought used in August 2004. Just hit 451000kms(280000 miles). Just kept up with all the maintenance over the years. Learnt to do most of it myself and drove it sensibly. It is extremely satisfying to not have car payments for 20 year. It is also the "greenest" thing anyone can do.
Thank you for this video! You made me feel good about keeping our 06 Honda Accord. ( bought it nearly new in 06) Just had some minor repairs at 128k and added new tires. Hope to keep it and put 300k on it. .
Neat! Just found this channel and subscribed! I love older vehicles without all that unfixable electronics! Instead of driving an iPAD, the analog gauges are so much better and easier to read! Enjoy your 4-runner!
Go for 400000! I have a 1997 Chevy ZR2 Blazer I have owned since new. Black with Charcoal interior. It has 363000 miles on it. I drove it for 17+ years with no car payment. I did all the maintenance to the tee on it since new. When it had over 200000 miles , if I sank $1000 a year in it for repairs, I was fine with that. Even though, at times, I went years without sinking any money in it except oil changes and gas. At 363000 miles, everything worked on it, the air conditioning, heat, 4 wheel drive, power windows etc. It still averaged 19 miles a gallon in the city, 21 on the highway. The oil pressure was the same as it was when new. Just a great vehicle. One very hot day sitting at a light, I noticed the temp was climbing a bit above 200. Maybe 205 - 210. I decided to go thru the cooling system. Flushed it, cleaned all the debris/bugs jammed in the fins, put a new clutch fan in and replaced the thermostat with an ORiellys "premium" thermostat. About 3 weeks later, driving home from work, I noticed a light pop on the dash. It said "check gauges". I never seen that light before. I looked at the temp gauge. It was buried...super hot. I immediately pulled over and shut it off wondering what the hell was going on. All of a sudden, I heard a popping sound and then the sound of water flowing in the cooling system. Turns out that POS new Orellys thermostat STUCK ! Well that caused a head gasket to blow. So now, 4 years later, it still sits in heated storage. Before that, I had just done brakes on it, new alternator, new heater core, tires are fairly new. The body is in real good condition and the interior is in excellent condition. Not sure what Im gonna do with it yet. I would love to drop another motor in it just because these new vehicles definitely have a LOT of BIG problems. The owner of the company where I work has a brand new GMC Denali (around $90000). The engine failed at 8000 miles!! He waited almost a year to get it, then it failed and it was at the dealership for 2 months waiting to get a new engine. SAD! Watching this video makes even more want to fix up my baby instead of selling it!
For me it reminds me of another time. It gives you a second to reflect on the past and remember when they mad great cars. I'm looking for an older grand marquis so I know what you mean.
2004 SR5 V8. Runs great, looks great! And no car payment! One of several reasons I love my old 4Runner is I’m always approached by buyers, tells you a lot right there. Another is the simple satisfaction at the pump, So I drop a couple hundred per month on fuel. I beats a $600+ monthly payment and a couple hundred in fuel. Toss in the fact there’s none of the aggravating display and GPS functionality I get the pure pleasure of driving, a dying American tradition. Thanks for the video.
I’m in the market for a Lexus and I was looking at new or newer ES350’s but honestly I found a mint 2005 ES330 with 84k miles on it that is honestly more appealing to me. I love the reliability and simplicity of vehicles from the 90’s and 2000’s.
This is my weird flex, ive been driving a 99 VW Jetta for 4 years now, bought it with 240k, just rolled 300k on the odo this fall. Still driving it. Gotta love old beaters.
There's only a few vehicles that qualify as "durable goods" in this time period, and this is one of them. I have a 2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2.4L 5spd and it is fairly young at 215k miles. Still on the original clutch and rear brakes, engine transmission AC compressor, all of it. I've only replaced the alternator, radiator hoses and thermostat. And of course, the maintenance items like tires brakes battery shocks
Why do I like driving old vehicles? It’s largely a value proposition. The odometer in my 2004 4Runner says 346,392. Bought it w/a credit card about 7 yrs ago. Salvage title, approximately 150k miles, a little under 9k. Paid it off in like 10 mths. Had to do a head gasket w/in a couple of years of purchase (I bought someone else’s problem). The most expensive repair I’d ever done. Repair was roughly 1/2 the cost of my SUV. Paid the bill & didn’t even worry about it, these vehicles are that good! W/all these miles, I’m on borrowed time. That’s fine, as I’ve extracted great value out of this thing.
I like driving old vehicles for a few reasons. 1. It takes me back to good ol days. 2. The less frills on a vehicle or anything for that matter, the less problems. 3. I don’t have to worry about some careless inconsiderate individual letting their shopping cart ding my nice shiny vehicle 😊
I drive one of those fancy "new" cars from 2023. Took to the body shop for a weird 8" long light curved scratch (fortunately it buffed out) and try to park away from people in parking lots. The struggle is real. Get a little jealous sometimes when I see others aren't paying a car note, but I have 6 months left till it's paid off.
I have a 2000 Nissan Maxima with 305k miles on it. It still runs fine, and everything works on it. It has a super cold A/C. I named it El Stinkio, because it stinks from the exhaust fumes, and burnt oil from the leaking oil pan gaskets. I enjoy driving it.
I drive my 27 year old Toyota Hilux ute and l just love driving it every drive is a pleasure and working on it is such a pleasure and l have replaced the rocker cover gasket also you tube is been a great help to me also may be has something to do with the 22R engine under the bonnet also an interesting point l replaced the spark leads and they actually were made in the USA keep on enjoying your Toyota 4 runner and your dog enjoys your 4 runner
My 2 daily drivers are an 02 CRV 250,000 miles and an 03 Rav4 manual 194,000 miles. Both will be owned by me until the junk man hauls them away. You hit the nail on the head why some of us love driving older vehicles. I could buy any new vehicle within reason, but just find it a foolish way of spending money.
My "new" car is a 1990 Mustang, bought off the dealer's lot with 7 miles on the odo. My old "car" is a 1983 carbureted F250 (that I bought, used, over 20 years ago). I love them both. And I'll keep them until they can't pass smog. Why? Because I anthropomorphize my cars, treating them like pets. You wouldn't trade your old dog; nor would I trade my old vehicles.
My 2009 Mercedes C300 has slightly over 240,000 miles and still runs like a clock. My mechanic says he's worked on 320,000 on it. Great car when you take good care of it.
Totally agree. Currently, I drive a 1993 Honda Civic which I bought new. For my next vehicle, I intend to treat myself to a 2005/2008 Lincoln Town car and all of the 'old school' Detroit features. Love your doggy!!
Loved this video, and can relate, i bought a nissan xterra a few years ago to use as a work vehicle, and i couldn't tell you why, but i get so much enjoyment out of this little suv, its just a simple vehicle with the bare minimums, im currently sitting at 309,xxx miles on original engine, and the transmission was replaced about 10,xxx miles ago, but not from failure from age or mileage, but a transmission line got a leak. It runs great, not perfect, but pretty damn good for the mileage. Told the significant other i wanted to take it and get a fresh coat of paint on it and she looked at me like i was kidding. I liked this so much i bought an R51 pathfinder, almost the same but longer and different rear suspension. I thoroughly enjoy my older cars, and maintaining them and the milage is like a badge of honor to me. Lol. I drive this Xterra around the country every week for work.
Great video. I will jump in my 24-year old VW Passat station wagon in a moment and I am already looking forward to drive it. It is not the most beautiful car on the road but it drives nicely, has great fuel mileage and was repaired by myself for low cost to make the technical inspection. It is very reliable and I don´t need to worry about scratches when I throw bikes and other big stuff in it. Old cars are great.
If you own an old car, there are several things you need to do to keep driving. First, you need to have a spare car. When one breaks down or needs maintenance, you drive the other. You need to work on your own car, do research on to find out what wrong and how to fix it. Older car always breaks the same as others, they have a history. Get the best price on parts takes ordering parts online take longer to fix, need the spare car. If you drive multiple cars, you are spreading the mile over more cars, so the older cars last even longer. Example, 20k a year over 4 cars is only 5k a year. Since I live in the rust belt i buy a winter car and put the good cars away saves the good cars. Its easy to buy 4 cars for the price of one today. I bought my 2005 Lexus 430 for $7K, new was $70K I could have bought 10 cars for that. Also, nice is having two cars that are the same. My wife also drives a Lexus 2004 I have my 2005. I keep spare parts for when you find parts cheap. Also, nice knowing how to do maintenance on the cars because you got two, since you practiced on the other. Its nice to have spare cars.
Cool. Still driving my 98 Toyota Camry with 410,000km. Everything works. Keep up with maintenance and attend to problems as they occur. Keeping it forever!
My older vehicles--87 VW Vanagon, three W123 Mercedes diesel sedans ( '79 300D, '81 240D, '84 300D Turbo) are easy to work, parts still available and affordable. No complicated electronics or emissions systems. The VW is running strong and reliably at 187,000 miles. The Mercedes diesels have over 200,000 each and are reliable. Doors close like bank vaults. I join you in love and respect for older cars.
I like old cars, i like that I own it no payment, its got a history so I can find out what wrong when I have a problem, I buy reliable cars so I know how long they will last, you get 80-90 % of the quality at 10 % of the new purchase price.
Why do I like driving old vehicles? Because they were built better they were built in Japan and they're a better value proven entity.. proud owner of a 92 Toyota DLX..235k miles . 2002 4Runner SR5..225k.. 2007 FJ Cruiser 145k... There is more but those are my favorites and they all rock.. I don't know if you get a chance to read this but I really enjoyed the way you narrated this video you just produced.. the Gen 3 is literally the best SUV in my opinion... Of course Land cruisers are in another level but as far as a modern average Joe vehicle . 4Runner.
@CarsThatLast just found your channel while trying to decide on a new work vehicle after losing my beloved Tundra to a stolen car running a red light. Grateful I’m ok and that the family wasn’t with me, but now I’m stuck between sticking to a pickup or switching to a work van or maybe even considering converting a minivan to a small work van. If you get the time to do a video on the most reliable work vans and an updated minivan one that would be amazing. Thanks for your statistically minded analysis videos, it’s someone my brain can use to make this an easier decision!
A couple of things: When you buy a new car you’re getting new cutting edge unproven technology, anybody’s guess how that’s gong to go. when you buy an old car, by then you have a pretty good picture what the track record is for this vehicle, so when making the purchase you can avoid the problematic models and choose one that has a solid record. If you’re like me and don’t drive that much, if a car has 70K or so miles left on it, it could easily last you the rest of your life.
Enjoyed the video, what an amazing property /view. Some Restore when you change the oil will boost compression , best additive for high mileage ever, used it for 25 years, will take a knock under load away...my old f150 i bought off eBay was knocking up hills, not now. I had a dog named Bear, lab/beagle , i have 2 horses left and a small farm... I daily a Vibe, aka Matrix, basically a Corolla hatch with a bit bigger suspension. Highly recommend , ten 1900 mile round trips to FL. My previous daily dog hauler was an Element , awesome rig, also recommend to anyone who needs room to haul stuff and AWD. Old f150 now and a 4wd Explorer for mud and snow, great except gas mileage. Really thought about buying a new Maverick, but it's just too nice for me and my needs...i'd feel stressed trying to keep it clean and scratch free.
im 32, ive been driving old cars since I was 20, and nothing beats not paying a car payment, honestly, saves me a ton of money as well, I have a 99 acura CL 2.3L, which I like alot, and ive had it for 5 years, going on 6. I also have a Acura TL 3.2L automatic yes I understand they are bad with transmissions, but I got both cars with amazingly low mileage, the CL 78k miles, and TL 89k miles and both can go at least 250k miles, so yes it is a beautiful thing to not have to pay car payments. Love your content by the way. God Bless you
My 97 Ram died after many years of reliability back in 2021. I found out that the 2000-2006 Tahoe/Suburbans last into the 400k’s if taken care of. I was blessed to find an old man’s , one owner, no accidents 2000 Tahoe LS with 73,800 miles on it. After negotiations I picked it up for $6,500 cash. I went cross country with it, NJ to MT and it runs like new. Keep those Chevy’s!
I have a couple old cars 2000 Ford Ranger and a 2004 Grand Prix. They both run great and look ok. The insurance is reasonable and the GP is very comfortable. They work for me.
3 years ago I bought a 2017 4Runner for the sole purpose of making it an old high mile vehicle. I specifically sought out an SR5, 2WD. No 4WD gear because I don’t need it in NC. Front engine RWD is as simple as it gets. SR5, so no fancy KDSS suspension. Just shocks and struts. My only alteration is a spin-on oil filter adapter because I hate the cartridge type. 60k to start, and I’m up to 115k. Journey is just beginning.
I’ve driven old cars ever since I bought my first and only new pickup in ‘78. For me it’s about value. Last year I got a 2005 Lexus LS430 with 190K miles on it. I was tired and sore from driving the old Subaru 2000 miles each way to my fishing shack in Minnesota. I’ve put 25,000 miles on it without any hiccups and enjoyed every mile. The only problem has been getting it back from my wife and daughter when they use it. It’s great to see you again ! Thanks for all the videos !!!
I would absolutely love to have a 4Runner, but I just don't want the gas bill that goes along with it so I'll stick with my long paid off 2016 Toyota Corolla with 122,000 miles on it at 42 MPG.
Hey CTL, another great video. We used to have a ‘99 Toyota 4 Runner and loved it until it got totaled. The 3.4 liter was weaker and I always wished it had the hood scoop like yours. Enjoy!!!🎉
I love my 2006 Camry. I bought it new and have had it for 18 years. No car payments for the last 12 years or so. Only 1 major repair in 18 years and I still like driving it. The odometer broke when I had about 180,000 miles on it. And someone asked me last week if I wanted to sell it.
I love driving my 2001 Jeep XJ. It’s pretty much stock with very subtle modifications that really aren’t noticeable to the average person. I often get offers to buy it while I’m out and sometimes come back to find a note on the windshield. I certainly notice the looks it gets as I’m driving around town. I tell my daughters that when I pass, they can have all my belongings, but please bury me in my Jeep 😵
Here's my fleet, 1990 Mazda Miata, 145K 1991 Toyota Previa work van, 310K 1992 Nissan Pathfinder, 245K, and a 1994 Toyota Celica GT, 215K, (engine swap atm). These old cars, especially old Japanese cars are built like Ikea furniture. Easy to assemble/disassemble for service.
@@jamesmasin159They’re definitely not more reliable or durable. Cars keep lasting longer with fewer issues despite what the uneducated ignorant naysayers complain about. That being said the older cars are easier to work on and much cheaper to own (low property tax, low insurance, cheaper parts, etc.). I wouldn’t worry about the lack of safety tech in a body on frame vehicle. It’s still going to win in an accident.
The just have character, they speak tons of you....of your practical sense, your minimastic approach of life, simplicity,and humility... besides they give you a hobbie ... to keep em running if they break down!!!❤
I've been playing with cars for almost 50 years. Over the years I've owned 26 different vehicles; cars, pickups, vans ('70's craze), hot rods (a 10 second Chevelle), a super nice convertible Corvette, 5 different VWs (4 air cooled, and one diesel Rabbit). I do almost all of my own maintenance and repairs, the family joke is that I can make any car last forever. I'm a senior and as expensive as cars have gotten its unlikely that I will ever again buy a new car. I believe in over maintenance as being cheaper than replacing engines and transmissions; I do engine oil and filter changes every 2,500 miles, transmission service every 25k miles, differential service every 50k miles. My current daily driver is a 25 year old Lincoln that has its faults but has been super cheap and easy to keep on the road. I figure that every month its still in service is like saving $700+ vs. having new car payments.
I have 3 old cars, well 5 really plus a 55 year old F250! My highest mileage vehicle is a 2000 Expedition with 307,000 miles. Needs a paint job but runs very good. Next is a 2005 Expedition with 254,000. Then there are 2 Hondas the 1st an Odyssey with 233,000 and next a 06 Accord with 294,000. Thank the Lord they all run like a top! I guess lastly is a 99 Mercury Mystique with only 92,000!! My wife’s grandmas car so the low miles! Thanks for the video!
I have a 2000 4runner with 110,000 miles. My dad was the original owner and I’ve had it since 2018 when he passed. It’s my 2nd vehicle so I don’t drive it much. I’ll be keeping it forever . It’s in mint condition.
Feel like I just read Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, again. Brought a new Rav 4 Hybrid in 2023. I love this thing. A little under 13K now. It has surprising acceleration and gets 40MPG.
I still drive a 90 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera with 370,000 miles on it. It costs so little to maintain. Other people would have had 3 cars in the time I've had just 1. I've had two Buicks that also went pretty far. One went 225,000 miles, the other went 278,000 miles. And I bought them used, so I didn't pay for the biggest part of the depreciation
Have always owned older vehicle 1st was 1956 with a 265 v8 then1963 c10 with inline six then 1958 apache 10 truck right now 2005 camry with212000 miles and a 2002 siena 220000 miles both have the 6cylinder and a/c works great (My one easy payment cars) good to see you back! Most I drove because I couldn't afford new and I hate car payments
My preference for a vehicle is Cysler/Dodge. I've owned several and can say from experience that 60.7 k is what I expect to be break in mileage. I currently drive a 2004 Durango and has no problems with just under 150 k. I also have a 1995 Dodge 150 which has around 28 k. Yes 28 k which is not a typo. This truck is a special edition Big Daddy Don Gratlis limited edition. 160 units were originally built but it now appears 2 exists on the west coast, 1 in Canada and this one, #68 here on the east coast. My wife wishes it had 500k on it. Say all it does is sit in a garage I had built for it.
I drive an 04 Honda CRV. No payments, the paint on the roof and hood are in bad shape, but it runs flawlessly. Kids have a 2012 RAV4 210k and a 2010 Prius 163k. Love older well made and maintained vehicles
My 2000 VW diesel bug has over half a million miles. I'm the original owner. Everything you mentioned rings true but for me my bug is an old friend and we have been through a lot together. Reminds me of Neil Young's song "Long may you run".
My 65 El Camino runs great, fix it myself, insurance super cheap, and tags are almost free. And....it's now worth 5 times what I have in it. Also...it gets more attention than a new car.
I like the challenge of finding really mint older Toyota and Lexuses for my family. Both of my kids drive 100 series Landcruisers. One of them I found 6 years ago 1700 miles from where I live, one owner, Texas, no accidents…paid 6800. My daughter drove it through high school and now she’s a senior in college. When she decides to sell it, she will probably close to double what we paid for it. Thank you for sharing your experience my friend.p and asking us to do the same.
For me, I feel like I'm beating the system with anything that costs less and lasts longer. This creates an incredible sense of satisfaction.
i agree completely. I bought a 2010 toyota camry LE at the end of november 2023. It had 71,000 kilometers on it then... it now has 81,000 kilometers on it. I bought it from the original ,old lady owner. The car has a ton of lifespan to go yet ! Mine has the 2.5 4 cylinder and the 6 speed automatic transmission.
Me too I got a 1992 Honda civic that runs very good with 200000 miles and should last another 5 years with good maintenance
1993 Volvo 240. Beating the man! 😂
1991 Chevy Caprice Wagon with 127k - 3 bench seats - love it!
@@mikewong5888That's cool Mike
For me as a mechanic, driving an older vehicle is so satisfying because I see the rapid downhill trajectory newer cars are taking in terms of quality and reliability. Hidden behind that shiny, water-based paint and flashy looks is a very cheaply made car with an excessive amount of technology that is destined to fail in 20 years.
If we could always depend on computer modules being available for cars, I would not be making a point about technology. But the problem is, modules will be the death of new cars in 20 years. The majority of them will be discontinued and unavailable for purchase, and even if they are, they will total the value of the vehicle, rendering it useless except for scrap metal.
My daily driver is a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, 4.7 V8. I just crossed 240,000 miles the day after you posted this video - original engine and transmission, transfer case and axles. How timely! I am proud that even with all of those miles, I have no leaks whatsoever, no warning lights/messages, no oil burning, no engine knock or harsh transmission shifts. Of course, I had to replace a number of seals and gaskets for all that to be the case...but now it is. The way I look at it is this: either you will spend a boatload of money on car payments with a minimal number of repairs, or you will spend a lot of money on car repairs with no car payment. I think we all know which is cheaper, especially for a mechanic who can do his own work.
Appreciate your channel and your enthusiasm for driving old vehicles. Keep it up!
Bravo echo it all
Yeah, and even though '90s and '00s vehicles have electronic fuel injection, even their ECUs are serviceable. If a capacitor leaks (which is not unheard of at 20+ years of age) it can simply be de-soldered from the board and a new capacitor soldered on. There are companies that specialize in refurbishing old ECUs for a nominal price too.
I have a 2004 Acura TL with 185k, I am not kidding when I say it still runs like it has 10k miles on it. It has a cassette player with a cd slot but I just use bluetooth connector and listen to what I want. I don't travel a lot anymore so why would I say pay 60k for a new truck? I will keep this until it can't go anymore and it was actually built in Japan. You know it is going to last
@@bcw686 I just recently worked on a 2005 TL with 360k miles. Granted, it had had the transmission replaced due to the poor lubrication issue on first gear. Famous Honda transmission problem. But it has been a great car for my customer. I think he's owned it the majority of his driving years and doesn't plan on getting rid of it. The interior is very bad, though. Clean but cracked horribly from years in the sun. Hardly any leather left on the driver seat. I have to give an edge to Toyota in that department. Seen plenty of leather seats and dashboards in 2005ish Camrys with similar miles and equally as bad sun exposure that were in way better shape.
20 years is pushing it more like 10 months lol but I also have a 2000 jeep grand Cherokee with the 4.7 and 142,000 miles and I love it!
I am driving a 1985 Toyota truck as my daily driver. It has a manual transmission and its only safety feature is a seatbelt. Its fun to drive. You feel very engaged with the machine
Now that is classic.
I've got a handful of Toyotas but I'm missing one from those years.
I got a buddy his 1986 Toyota truck has 600,000 miles. Drives it everyday.
I purchased my 1995 Lexus LS400 18 years ago as my retirement car. Today the car has 193k miles and is still going strong. I love driving it today just as much as the day I purchased it.
My car is a 92 chrysler lebaron 4 door. It's still a wonderful car and I drive it every day. Cold air, everything works, and amazingly comfortable! Maintenance is the key for longevity. Just take care of your stuff.
very cool. AND another bonus - it doesn't have a GPS tracker in it, it doesn't rob your cell phone contacts as you don't pair it with your phone, it doesn't spy on you and send reports back to the manufacturer who will sell your data, it doesn't have expensive sensors in it that add to repair costs, the list goes on and on!
I come from a time when we were grateful to have a vehicle that has comfortable seats, good A/C and heat, and a decent stereo to enjoy on a long trip.
I have been a mechanic for most of my life and like keeping older vehicles in good shape instead of buying new ones with all the failure-prone technology.
I’m a fan of older GM vehicles from a time they were very well built. My newest vehicle is an ‘02 GMC and I also own a ‘95 Chevy that I purchased new. I still drive either of them on long trips.
Regardless of what make and model vehicle that has a great reputation for being well built, if they are well maintained they will run forever- and continue to be a part of many great memories down the road!
Thanks for sharing- I completely agree with your sentiments!
You and I are cut from the same cloth. I love my old vehickes because of the inexpensive nature of upkeep, insurance and tags. It wouldnt be a debilitating financial hit if one died or was totaled either.
My current line-up is a 99 Dodge Dakota with 277k miles, an 02 Econoline with 134k miles (I use it as a camper van) and an 02 Grand Marquis with 114k miles.
Strongly considering getting a Grand Marquis. DO you like it?
I love old vehicles too. There's a sense of satisfaction from fixing them slowly and restoring them. 3rd Gen 4 Runner is a very nice 6:02 a Sports edition. No car payment and the ability to park anywhere without worrying about door dings. Yes, sir, I envy you
you have a fleet of amazing rigs!
@@danstone8783 Absolutely! It's rock solid, easy to maintain, has great parts availability and reliable as heck.
I relate to this channel SO MUCH!!! YES....."Stickin' it to the Man and Beatin' the system!!!" I feel a strong sense of pride keeping the older, simpler cars on the road as long as I can. We live in culture where everything is disposable. The moment something breaks, it's time to trade it in or send it to the land fill. How wasteful is that way of functioning in this world!?!? My fleet is as follows: 2001 Toyota Camry (405,000), 2005 Lexus ES 330 (285,000) and Subaru Outback (254,000). My wife drives the Lexus 100 miles everyday for work and it cruises smooth as butter. Keep on keepin' on, folks!
I love your fleet of rigs - keep sticking it to the man!
Just the fact that I can keep her going gives me the satisfaction that I know what she needs. When my car reached 300k miles I wasn’t too sure how much it had left. I just got to 400k last month with minimal issues, minor radiator, alternator. No payments, AC still cools in the Texas heat, and I don’t feel bad leaving it outside to the elements. I drive a 99 Avalon. Decent gas mileage, V6, and the knowledge I can fix whatever is wrong with her makes me at peace. A new car would always make me worry, paranoid, complex computer issues, sensors, gotta keep it garaged, etc. I don’t need anymore stress at my age.😊
2007 4runner V8 335k miles and I think it is nice looking.
I agree with your psychology of why we enjoy an old car. I have an 06 Lincoln Town Car I paid $4500 for 8 years ago. With only 125k on it now it drives like a new car. Each time I drive it I think that I can't believe how little I paid and how good this car is. If I went out and got a new Lincoln SUV for $70k or more, I would feel like I made a big mistake.
What a great channel. And the comments of the followers are identifiable with. Enjoyable. I too drive a 20 year old toyota and a 51 year old vw bug.
I buy older cars because people generally want a new one. Like you said, no payments and lower insurance. As long as the engine and transmission are in good shape, the maintenance is affordable.😊
Bravo !
Driving an older but still very usable car = best form of recycling possible.
My 2002 Mercedes ML500 is the same for me.
I paid all of $4,000 for it 8 years ago - it was 14 years old then but had been perfectly maintained & garaged.
They're a tough AWD body on frame "truck" chassis with a Borg Warner Transfer case + the best 5 speed transmission DamlierChrysler ever built + MBs venerable durable 5.0 V-8 engine.
It had 102k then & at 182k now - so she's served me 80,000 miles in 8 years !
Most "wear parts" are dirt cheap now and it's seldom needs anything beyond filters fluids & tires.
Akso no invasive privacy "tech" on an 2002 - just a great CD + CD changer + cassette High end sound system that still works.
Gets 16-20 mpg about like your Forerunner !
Reduce, reuse, recycle is supposed to be in that order. Most people skip straight to recycle.
I bought a brand new Camaro in 2000. Now, 24 years later, it has 220,000 miles on it and I’m hoping to make it to 300,000. It has a 5-speed manual transmission and T-tops, which you can’t find anymore. The 3.8 V-6 still runs strong and doesn’t burn any oil. The body is still quiet and it’s a fun car to drive. They stopped making the Camaro so I’ve been tempted to get a new one. But this one is still good and all paid for.
I actually bought a 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid because of your channel back in 2019. You commented about how some can last 500k+. Not only have I have bought another, I also have bought a 3.0gas version of the same model and year. Everything you listed at the end struck true to me..the enjoyment of knowing how to tackle everything and anything on this vehicle gives me so much confidence that even a disaster only has me off the road for a day. Appreciate your channel and all the old car guys.
Wow and its still running?? I got one of those ford escape hybrids and the hybrid battery went on me in 2018. I then discovered the batteries have a 10 yr life span and cost $10k to replace. I couldnt even get it repo’d because the bank didn’t want to waste the money on towing and collecting it.
My daily driver is a 2001 Volvo s60 T5 that I bought used in August 2004. Just hit 451000kms(280000 miles). Just kept up with all the maintenance over the years. Learnt to do most of it myself and drove it sensibly. It is extremely satisfying to not have car payments for 20 year. It is also the "greenest" thing anyone can do.
Thank you for this video! You made me feel good about keeping our 06 Honda Accord. ( bought it nearly new in 06) Just had some minor repairs at 128k and added new tires. Hope to keep it and put 300k on it.
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Neat! Just found this channel and subscribed! I love older vehicles without all that unfixable electronics! Instead of driving an iPAD, the analog gauges are so much better and easier to read! Enjoy your 4-runner!
Go for 400000! I have a 1997 Chevy ZR2 Blazer I have owned since new. Black with Charcoal interior. It has 363000 miles on it. I drove it for 17+ years with no car payment. I did all the maintenance to the tee on it since new. When it had over 200000 miles , if I sank $1000 a year in it for repairs, I was fine with that. Even though, at times, I went years without sinking any money in it except oil changes and gas. At 363000 miles, everything worked on it, the air conditioning, heat, 4 wheel drive, power windows etc. It still averaged 19 miles a gallon in the city, 21 on the highway. The oil pressure was the same as it was when new. Just a great vehicle. One very hot day sitting at a light, I noticed the temp was climbing a bit above 200. Maybe 205 - 210. I decided to go thru the cooling system. Flushed it, cleaned all the debris/bugs jammed in the fins, put a new clutch fan in and replaced the thermostat with an ORiellys "premium" thermostat. About 3 weeks later, driving home from work, I noticed a light pop on the dash. It said "check gauges". I never seen that light before. I looked at the temp gauge. It was buried...super hot. I immediately pulled over and shut it off wondering what the hell was going on. All of a sudden, I heard a popping sound and then the sound of water flowing in the cooling system. Turns out that POS new Orellys thermostat STUCK ! Well that caused a head gasket to blow.
So now, 4 years later, it still sits in heated storage. Before that, I had just done brakes on it, new alternator, new heater core, tires are fairly new. The body is in real good condition and the interior is in excellent condition. Not sure what Im gonna do with it yet. I would love to drop another motor in it just because these new vehicles definitely have a LOT of BIG problems. The owner of the company where I work has a brand new GMC Denali (around $90000). The engine failed at 8000 miles!! He waited almost a year to get it, then it failed and it was at the dealership for 2 months waiting to get a new engine. SAD!
Watching this video makes even more want to fix up my baby instead of selling it!
Thanks, Bill, for a great video! I really enjoyed the scenery and your narration. And your copilot is pretty cute ❤
For me it reminds me of another time. It gives you a second to reflect on the past and remember when they mad great cars. I'm looking for an older grand marquis so I know what you mean.
Bill, you’ve been sorely missed! Welcome back my friend. 🎉
374,000 on my 06 Tacoma. Only unscheduled repairs were a valve cover gasket and a u-joint. Still runs great on my daily driver.
2004 SR5 V8. Runs great, looks great! And no car payment! One of several reasons I love my old 4Runner is I’m always approached by buyers, tells you a lot right there. Another is the simple satisfaction at the pump, So I drop a couple hundred per month on fuel. I beats a $600+ monthly payment and a couple hundred in fuel. Toss in the fact there’s none of the aggravating display and GPS functionality I get the pure pleasure of driving, a dying American tradition. Thanks for the video.
I’m in the market for a Lexus and I was looking at new or newer ES350’s but honestly I found a mint 2005 ES330 with 84k miles on it that is honestly more appealing to me. I love the reliability and simplicity of vehicles from the 90’s and 2000’s.
This is my weird flex, ive been driving a 99 VW Jetta for 4 years now, bought it with 240k, just rolled 300k on the odo this fall. Still driving it. Gotta love old beaters.
2004 Highlander and 2008 Corolla owner here and I wouldn’t change a thing
There's only a few vehicles that qualify as "durable goods" in this time period, and this is one of them. I have a 2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2.4L 5spd and it is fairly young at 215k miles. Still on the original clutch and rear brakes, engine transmission AC compressor, all of it. I've only replaced the alternator, radiator hoses and thermostat. And of course, the maintenance items like tires brakes battery shocks
Why do I like driving old vehicles? It’s largely a value proposition. The odometer in my 2004 4Runner says 346,392. Bought it w/a credit card about 7 yrs ago. Salvage title, approximately 150k miles, a little under 9k. Paid it off in like 10 mths. Had to do a head gasket w/in a couple of years of purchase (I bought someone else’s problem). The most expensive repair I’d ever done. Repair was roughly 1/2 the cost of my SUV. Paid the bill & didn’t even worry about it, these vehicles are that good! W/all these miles, I’m on borrowed time. That’s fine, as I’ve extracted great value out of this thing.
I like driving old vehicles for a few reasons. 1. It takes me back to good ol days. 2. The less frills on a vehicle or anything for that matter, the less problems. 3. I don’t have to worry about some careless inconsiderate individual letting their shopping cart ding my nice shiny vehicle 😊
I drive one of those fancy "new" cars from 2023. Took to the body shop for a weird 8" long light curved scratch (fortunately it buffed out) and try to park away from people in parking lots. The struggle is real. Get a little jealous sometimes when I see others aren't paying a car note, but I have 6 months left till it's paid off.
Nice to see you back !
It looks surprisingly clean for a Minnesota vehicle of that age!
I have a 2000 Nissan Maxima with 305k miles on it. It still runs fine, and everything works on it. It has a super cold A/C. I named it El Stinkio, because it stinks from the exhaust fumes, and burnt oil from the leaking oil pan gaskets. I enjoy driving it.
I'm fine with old cars as long as the interior isn't trashed and the air conditioner still works.
Snob😆🫵
I drive my 27 year old Toyota Hilux ute and l just love driving it every drive is a pleasure and working on it is such a pleasure and l have replaced the rocker cover gasket also you tube is been a great help to me also may be has something to do with the 22R engine under the bonnet also an interesting point l replaced the spark leads and they actually were made in the USA keep on enjoying your Toyota 4 runner and your dog enjoys your 4 runner
My 2 daily drivers are an 02 CRV 250,000 miles and an 03 Rav4 manual 194,000 miles. Both will be owned by me until the junk man hauls them away. You hit the nail on the head why some of us love driving older vehicles. I could buy any new vehicle within reason, but just find it a foolish way of spending money.
My "new" car is a 1990 Mustang, bought off the dealer's lot with 7 miles on the odo. My old "car" is a 1983 carbureted F250 (that I bought, used, over 20 years ago). I love them both. And I'll keep them until they can't pass smog. Why? Because I anthropomorphize my cars, treating them like pets. You wouldn't trade your old dog; nor would I trade my old vehicles.
Nice car!! Old is Gold... I love my 2011 Toyota Corolla...
I drive a 2012 with 172k. How many miles on yours?
The old vehicles are the best
Agreed
4 Runner; you nailed it!
Your co-pilot seems to enjoy it as well. I like old cars also..
My 2009 Mercedes C300 has slightly over 240,000 miles and still runs like a clock. My mechanic says he's worked on 320,000 on it. Great car when you take good care of it.
Totally agree. Currently, I drive a 1993 Honda Civic which I bought new. For my next vehicle, I intend to treat myself to a 2005/2008 Lincoln Town car and all of the 'old school'
Detroit features. Love your doggy!!
Loved this video, and can relate, i bought a nissan xterra a few years ago to use as a work vehicle, and i couldn't tell you why, but i get so much enjoyment out of this little suv, its just a simple vehicle with the bare minimums, im currently sitting at 309,xxx miles on original engine, and the transmission was replaced about 10,xxx miles ago, but not from failure from age or mileage, but a transmission line got a leak. It runs great, not perfect, but pretty damn good for the mileage. Told the significant other i wanted to take it and get a fresh coat of paint on it and she looked at me like i was kidding. I liked this so much i bought an R51 pathfinder, almost the same but longer and different rear suspension. I thoroughly enjoy my older cars, and maintaining them and the milage is like a badge of honor to me. Lol. I drive this Xterra around the country every week for work.
Great video. I will jump in my 24-year old VW Passat station wagon in a moment and I am already looking forward to drive it. It is not the most beautiful car on the road but it drives nicely, has great fuel mileage and was repaired by myself for low cost to make the technical inspection. It is very reliable and I don´t need to worry about scratches when I throw bikes and other big stuff in it. Old cars are great.
If you own an old car, there are several things you need to do to keep driving. First, you need to have a spare car. When one breaks down or needs maintenance, you drive the other. You need to work on your own car, do research on to find out what wrong and how to fix it. Older car always breaks the same as others, they have a history. Get the best price on parts takes ordering parts online take longer to fix, need the spare car. If you drive multiple cars, you are spreading the mile over more cars, so the older cars last even longer. Example, 20k a year over 4 cars is only 5k a year. Since I live in the rust belt i buy a winter car and put the good cars away saves the good cars. Its easy to buy 4 cars for the price of one today. I bought my 2005 Lexus 430 for $7K, new was $70K I could have bought 10 cars for that. Also, nice is having two cars that are the same. My wife also drives a Lexus 2004 I have my 2005. I keep spare parts for when you find parts cheap. Also, nice knowing how to do maintenance on the cars because you got two, since you practiced on the other. Its nice to have spare cars.
Where are you, the countryside is so peaceful. Not like the hot desert in La Quinta. Wow! What a great video. I agree with your thoughts.
Cool. Still driving my 98 Toyota Camry with 410,000km. Everything works. Keep up with maintenance and attend to problems as they occur. Keeping it forever!
My older vehicles--87 VW Vanagon, three W123 Mercedes diesel sedans ( '79 300D, '81 240D, '84 300D Turbo) are easy to work, parts still available and affordable. No complicated electronics or emissions systems. The VW is running strong and reliably at 187,000 miles. The Mercedes diesels have over 200,000 each and are reliable. Doors close like bank vaults. I join you in love and respect for older cars.
I have a1990 suburban with 360,000 miles no rust still running like a dream.
we should be all calling this the FIGHT THE FUTURE video. i love it. you have one with LOW MILES !!
I like old cars, i like that I own it no payment, its got a history so I can find out what wrong when I have a problem, I buy reliable cars so I know how long they will last, you get 80-90 % of the quality at 10 % of the new purchase price.
Older the BETTER for me!👍
Why do I like driving old vehicles? Because they were built better they were built in Japan and they're a better value proven entity.. proud owner of a 92 Toyota DLX..235k miles . 2002 4Runner SR5..225k.. 2007 FJ Cruiser 145k... There is more but those are my favorites and they all rock.. I don't know if you get a chance to read this but I really enjoyed the way you narrated this video you just produced.. the Gen 3 is literally the best SUV in my opinion... Of course Land cruisers are in another level but as far as a modern average Joe vehicle
. 4Runner.
Yes, built in Japan is the key.
@CarsThatLast just found your channel while trying to decide on a new work vehicle after losing my beloved Tundra to a stolen car running a red light.
Grateful I’m ok and that the family wasn’t with me, but now I’m stuck between sticking to a pickup or switching to a work van or maybe even considering converting a minivan to a small work van.
If you get the time to do a video on the most reliable work vans and an updated minivan one that would be amazing. Thanks for your statistically minded analysis videos, it’s someone my brain can use to make this an easier decision!
@davidsin4761 thanks for reaching out. I did a video on top 5 cargo vans if you search my ither videos. 🙂
A couple of things: When you buy a new car you’re getting new cutting edge unproven technology, anybody’s guess how that’s gong to go. when you buy an old car, by then you have a pretty good picture what the track record is for this vehicle, so when making the purchase you can avoid the problematic models and choose one that has a solid record. If you’re like me and don’t drive that much, if a car has 70K or so miles left on it, it could easily last you the rest of your life.
Enjoyed the video, what an amazing property /view. Some Restore when you change the oil will boost compression , best additive for high mileage ever, used it for 25 years, will take a knock under load away...my old f150 i bought off eBay was knocking up hills, not now. I had a dog named Bear, lab/beagle , i have 2 horses left and a small farm... I daily a Vibe, aka Matrix, basically a Corolla hatch with a bit bigger suspension. Highly recommend , ten 1900 mile round trips to FL. My previous daily dog hauler was an Element , awesome rig, also recommend to anyone who needs room to haul stuff and AWD. Old f150 now and a 4wd Explorer for mud and snow, great except gas mileage. Really thought about buying a new Maverick, but it's just too nice for me and my needs...i'd feel stressed trying to keep it clean and scratch free.
I will try Restore, thanks for the comment.
im 32, ive been driving old cars since I was 20, and nothing beats not paying a car payment, honestly, saves me a ton of money as well, I have a 99 acura CL 2.3L, which I like alot, and ive had it for 5 years, going on 6. I also have a Acura TL 3.2L automatic yes I understand they are bad with transmissions, but I got both cars with amazingly low mileage, the CL 78k miles, and TL 89k miles and both can go at least 250k miles, so yes it is a beautiful thing to not have to pay car payments. Love your content by the way. God Bless you
Thank you for watching and comment. God bless you as well.
Our Tahoe and and Suburbans have over 200k our 2002 has over 375,000 and still run great!
My 97 Ram died after many years of reliability back in 2021. I found out that the 2000-2006 Tahoe/Suburbans last into the 400k’s if taken care of. I was blessed to find an old man’s , one owner, no accidents 2000 Tahoe LS with 73,800 miles on it. After negotiations I picked it up for $6,500 cash. I went cross country with it, NJ to MT and it runs like new. Keep those Chevy’s!
05 Burb 250k+ miles
‘12 Burb 203k+ miles
‘13 Avalanche 165k+ miles
Yup! All are babied.
Beautiful!!!
I have a couple old cars 2000 Ford Ranger and a 2004 Grand Prix. They both run great and look ok. The insurance is reasonable and the GP is very comfortable. They work for me.
That 4runner is not old. It's perfect!
3 years ago I bought a 2017 4Runner for the sole purpose of making it an old high mile vehicle. I specifically sought out an SR5, 2WD. No 4WD gear because I don’t need it in NC. Front engine RWD is as simple as it gets. SR5, so no fancy KDSS suspension. Just shocks and struts. My only alteration is a spin-on oil filter adapter because I hate the cartridge type. 60k to start, and I’m up to 115k. Journey is just beginning.
I’ve driven old cars ever since I bought my first and only new pickup in ‘78. For me it’s about value. Last year I got a 2005 Lexus LS430 with 190K miles on it. I was tired and sore from driving the old Subaru 2000 miles each way to my fishing shack in Minnesota. I’ve put 25,000 miles on it without any hiccups and enjoyed every mile. The only problem has been getting it back from my wife and daughter when they use it.
It’s great to see you again ! Thanks for all the videos !!!
I got a 2005 LS 430 130K love the car
I would absolutely love to have a 4Runner, but I just don't want the gas bill that goes along with it so I'll stick with my long paid off 2016 Toyota Corolla with 122,000 miles on it at 42 MPG.
I drove a 1983 5 cylinder Audi Coupe for 375K and a 2002 Diesel Jetta Wagon for similar mileage. Great cars.
330K 2005 Lexus RX330. Runs great. Picked it up over a year ago for $1,000.
Hey CTL, another great video. We used to have a ‘99 Toyota 4 Runner and loved it until it got totaled. The 3.4 liter was weaker and I always wished it had the hood scoop like yours. Enjoy!!!🎉
Didnt know that!!!
I love my 2006 Camry. I bought it new and have had it for 18 years. No car payments for the last 12 years or so. Only 1 major repair in 18 years and I still like driving it. The odometer broke when I had about 180,000 miles on it. And someone asked me last week if I wanted to sell it.
I love driving my 2001 Jeep XJ. It’s pretty much stock with very subtle modifications that really aren’t noticeable to the average person. I often get offers to buy it while I’m out and sometimes come back to find a note on the windshield. I certainly notice the looks it gets as I’m driving around town. I tell my daughters that when I pass, they can have all my belongings, but please bury me in my Jeep 😵
Here's my fleet,
1990 Mazda Miata, 145K
1991 Toyota Previa work van, 310K
1992 Nissan Pathfinder, 245K, and a
1994 Toyota Celica GT, 215K, (engine swap atm).
These old cars, especially old Japanese cars are built like Ikea furniture. Easy to assemble/disassemble for service.
My fleet is about a decade newer; 99, 01 and 04 Tacomas, (175 to 275k miles) and an 01 4Runner with 263k miles, all 4WD. They all run and drive great.
@@terebrate yep, it's always a good feeling to have something that still runs with no car payments
Beautiful!
When you own any Toyota, you'll always feel good! 😊
Great video Bill. I prefer older vehicles because they’re easier to work on, lower maintenance cost, more dependable, reliable, the list goes on 🙂
I agree, BUT corrosion, oxidation and rubber deterioration are unfortunatelly big issues with any old car :(
@@jamesmasin159They’re definitely not more reliable or durable. Cars keep lasting longer with fewer issues despite what the uneducated ignorant naysayers complain about. That being said the older cars are easier to work on and much cheaper to own (low property tax, low insurance, cheaper parts, etc.). I wouldn’t worry about the lack of safety tech in a body on frame vehicle. It’s still going to win in an accident.
The just have character, they speak tons of you....of your practical sense, your minimastic approach of life, simplicity,and humility... besides they give you a hobbie ... to keep em running if they break down!!!❤
What kind of adorable dog is that?
Those 1990s 4-Runners just don’t die. I would like to get a 1998 Tacoma SR5 4x4 Extra Cab with around 200-230k on it.
I've been playing with cars for almost 50 years. Over the years I've owned 26 different vehicles; cars, pickups, vans ('70's craze), hot rods (a 10 second Chevelle), a super nice convertible Corvette, 5 different VWs (4 air cooled, and one diesel Rabbit). I do almost all of my own maintenance and repairs, the family joke is that I can make any car last forever. I'm a senior and as expensive as cars have gotten its unlikely that I will ever again buy a new car. I believe in over maintenance as being cheaper than replacing engines and transmissions; I do engine oil and filter changes every 2,500 miles, transmission service every 25k miles, differential service every 50k miles. My current daily driver is a 25 year old Lincoln that has its faults but has been super cheap and easy to keep on the road. I figure that every month its still in service is like saving $700+ vs. having new car payments.
This is the first video of your channel that I have watched. I enjoyed it. You could have washed that beauty before the video. LOL
I have 3 old cars, well 5 really plus a 55 year old F250! My highest mileage vehicle is a 2000 Expedition with 307,000 miles. Needs a paint job but runs very good. Next is a 2005 Expedition with 254,000. Then there are 2 Hondas the 1st an Odyssey with 233,000 and next a 06 Accord with 294,000. Thank the Lord they all run like a top! I guess lastly is a 99 Mercury Mystique with only 92,000!! My wife’s grandmas car so the low miles! Thanks for the video!
Per Jack Black, “You’re stickin’ it to The Man!”
Exactly, these greedy corporations and banks hate us..and that makes me sleep very well at night.
You finally got your dream car, a 3rd gen.
I have a 2000 4runner with 110,000 miles. My dad was the original owner and I’ve had it since 2018 when he passed. It’s my 2nd vehicle so I don’t drive it much. I’ll be keeping it forever . It’s in mint condition.
@@WalksOfWonder-BC sounds like a keeper for sure!
That’s a sweet dream car
Dude I love old 4Runners. They drive really nice and the seating position is perfect. If I could find one in ok condition I'd love to own one.
My favorite channel!
I own a 97 Limited and love everything about it. Though, it’s a gas hog. The engine and transmission are almost bulletproof!
Feel like I just read Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, again. Brought a new Rav 4 Hybrid in 2023. I love this thing. A little under 13K now. It has surprising acceleration and gets 40MPG.
I still drive a 90 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera with 370,000 miles on it. It costs so little to maintain. Other people would have had 3 cars in the time I've had just 1. I've had two Buicks that also went pretty far. One went 225,000 miles, the other went 278,000 miles. And I bought them used, so I didn't pay for the biggest part of the depreciation
I am a detailer. Ao I’d recommend a really good detail with shampoo and tornador. It is a toyota, just keep on treating it nice and it’ll run
Have always owned older vehicle 1st was 1956 with a 265 v8 then1963 c10 with inline six then 1958 apache 10 truck right now 2005 camry with212000 miles and a 2002 siena 220000 miles both have the 6cylinder and a/c works great (My one easy payment cars) good to see you back! Most I drove because I couldn't afford new and I hate car payments
Love your dog bro!
My preference for a vehicle is Cysler/Dodge. I've owned several and can say from experience that 60.7 k is what I expect to be break in mileage. I currently drive a 2004 Durango and has no problems with just under 150 k. I also have a 1995 Dodge 150 which has around 28 k. Yes 28 k which is not a typo. This truck is a special edition Big Daddy Don Gratlis limited edition. 160 units were originally built but it now appears 2 exists on the west coast, 1 in Canada and this one, #68 here on the east coast. My wife wishes it had 500k on it. Say all it does is sit in a garage I had built for it.
I drive an 04 Honda CRV. No payments, the paint on the roof and hood are in bad shape, but it runs flawlessly. Kids have a 2012 RAV4 210k and a 2010 Prius 163k. Love older well made and maintained vehicles
My 2000 VW diesel bug has over half a million miles. I'm the original owner. Everything you mentioned rings true but for me my bug is an old friend and we have been through a lot together. Reminds me of Neil Young's song "Long may you run".
My 65 El Camino runs great, fix it myself, insurance super cheap, and tags are almost free.
And....it's now worth 5 times what I have in it.
Also...it gets more attention than a new car.
I like the challenge of finding really mint older Toyota and Lexuses for my family. Both of my kids drive 100 series Landcruisers. One of them I found 6 years ago 1700 miles from where I live, one owner, Texas, no accidents…paid 6800. My daughter drove it through high school and now she’s a senior in college. When she decides to sell it, she will probably close to double what we paid for it. Thank you for sharing your experience my friend.p and asking us to do the same.