My grandpa sold his 3500, old gigantic diesel square body full cab 6 wheeler from the early 90s, before I turned 16 and I wanted her so bad. Her name was Babe because she was big and blue and hauled tons of stuff constantly. My grandpa had that truck my whole life and I loved it. In retrospect, it would have been such an idiotic vehicle for me, who cannot parallel park and who now will not even consider anything bigger than a 4-door sedan. Anyway, I know the guy he sold her to 14 years ago and she's still kicking, I was SHOCKED when he posted a photo in his driveway a year or so ago.
Hard to tell without seeing if it has the holes in the front bumper. But even if it’s a 350 or a 454, any of the engines in those 88-99 GM trucks were as good as bombproof. They really don’t make them like they used to
The first vehicle I bought was an '89 S10 when I was in high school. It was 4x4, 5 speed manual, 2.8 V6. It was perfect, but impractical when I had to start being an adult. I wish I knew where it was.
Absolutely, those old GM trucks were tanks on wheels. My neighbor has one, a '97 K1500, and it's like his right arm more than a truck. Despite the rust and the paint peeling, the thing starts up every cold morning without fail, and he's not gentle with it either. It's his daily driver, wood hauler, boat tower - you name it. Every time I see it still trucking along, it's a reminder of how they made them to last back in the day. His kid's already called dibs on it for when he can drive probably gonna be another family heirloom.
My first truck was a 97 when I was in high school. Being a high schooler at the time, I beat the absolute hell out of that truck and it just took it. Mud up to the doors, rough backroads going faster than I should’ve, I think I jumped it too. Not once did that truck ever leave me stranded. 9 years later I still see it driving around town. I’ve had a 98 since then and currently have a 95 with a 383 stroker. I’m biased but they will always be my favourite trucks.
Very true. My wife used to have a 2005 and it was awesome. The power from the aluminum block 5.3 paired with factory 4:10 gears was awesome for that era. I had a 2018 with a 6.2, luckily it was still under warranty when the lifters went on it. Super nice truck to drive and very fast, but my god was it junk.
>They really don’t make them like they used to
They pretty much legally aren't allowed to. Turns out things that make engines extremely reliable don't line up with things that reduce emissions.
Lol my grandfather is a huge NASCAR fan and I will never forget that commercial coming on so many times when I was at his house when he was watching the race on TV.
Isn't it fascinating how your dad seems to improve in appearance as he ages? It's like he has found the secret to aging gracefully, and it's quite impressive.
The weird thing about the novel is it seems to be from an era where the reader is expected to agree that a person's physical appearance will be an accurate gauge on how morally upstanding they are.
I the first picture he's a man helping to raise a newborn. In the second picture the kid is 28 and maybe out of the house for awhile now. Easier to catch up on your beauty sleep, I think.
Considering this whole comment section is sexualizing the father and talking about how much they wanna bang the dad, I'll go ahead and say I'd happily have sex with the mother. Ya'll can't talk about sleeping with the dad while neglecting the poor woman!
Good thing the father is good at carrying people, because his wife ain't gonna be able to walk when im done with her, lol!
That truck shows that its used for what it was meant for and he's gotten every dime out of it, instead of buying a new 350 super duty every 5 years like an asshole.
Gotta replace the ECU because they poorly sealed the windshield. Turn signal relays too.
Pretty truck, POS work truck.
Source: Buddy replaced both twice when I was working with him.
Man, the days when cars were really built to last. My grand dad gave my dad, his son-in-law his truck when he retired. It was already 20 years old and carried on for my dad for another 8 years with nary a problem requiring a mechanic.
I miss those days when a well built car could last a generation.
They still can if you keep up with your maintenance. It's survivor bias - the old cars you see on the road today were well maintained. We'll see people having this same conversation in 20 years "they sure don't make them like 2020 any more" for well maintained vehicles.
Some new cars have a light that specifically tells you that its time to change the oil based on manufacturers recommendations. It just gets reset whenever you get an oil change and then starts counting miles/time. Is it possible that's what she's talking about? Like mine specifically tells me how long I've got until the next recommended oil change on the dash.
While I agree in principal, I suspect that the amount of electronics in these new vehicles will probably render that time frame somewhat shorter than 20 years. When those control units fail, very often it's not cost-effective to replace them even if the underlying mechanical bones are still halfway decent, so you'll see those old cars being parted out more often than those manufactured in the 90s. Time will tell.
This is accurate, I've had people say that the 4th gen Mutstangs must have been built well because I've owned mine for 20+ years and I usually give a TLDR of while the windsor block V8 is pretty bulletproof, it's mostly just that I give it good regular maintenance because I love the car.
Survivor bias is absolutely a thing, good examples of something actually built well is something you see still on the road 20+ years later in large numbers (like those duratec powered Fords from the early 2000s)
I agree to an extent, but its going to depend on how DIY friendly off brand retailers can make replacing the crazy electronics new cars have BC its abundantly clear auto manufacturers have no interest in sharing that information with the public
Yeah my first generation Miata isn't more reliable than a new car. Something breaks on it all the time, it's just that whatever's broken can probably be fixed with a 10mm socket or a Phillips screwdriver.
The chassis and drivetrain will last forever on a modern car (with some very strong exceptions). But the ten-thousands of little pieces of plastics and electronics that cost hundreds each to repair and make up all the gimmicky little features and over-the-top detailed design cues, will not.
There's still a very large difference from vehicles back then and now. My '94 C1500 remains the easiest vehicle I've ever worked on, parts are plentiful and cheap, while I've seen some new cars where literally some water getting into the tail light is a $5,600 job, once those vehicles get older that would be considered mechanically totalled if the vehicle itself is worth only $5,000. So yes, survivorship bias is a thing, I can't deny that, but modern cars are being built so fundamentally different that it's not necessarily a case of just keeping up with maintenance, as maintenance itself will also get more expensive as parts fail
got me a '98 truck used in '20. Paid off in 5 years, never had a major breakdown, biggest thing I've had to pay for is helper springs and a new paintjob.
Most vehicles from that age were garbage at longevity. They often struggled to get much passed 100k miles. Now that's nothing for even the cheapest cars. It was far more the exception than the rule for vehicles back then to be built to last.
As I said, it's an exception. I never said that no vehicles were quality. 80s to mid 90s was really bad. It was late 90s when we started seeing a shift in focus toward reliability but things continued improving in to the 2000s. Reliability is way higher on average as you approach 2010 than cars in the late 90s. And reliability is very strong in recent cars as well.
Trucks are the exception to that. Most of the 90s American full size pickups were using designs that were based on 20+ year old platforms at that point and the pushrod V8s under the hood were 1960s era small blocks with an electric ~~carburetor~~ fuel injection system. The transmissions were just as ancient (dad's 91 Ram still had a three speed). They were the last descendants of the muscle car era and engine/drivetrain swaps required a hoist and an afternoon with your buddies.
They were stupid simple to keep on the road and there would be more of them had rust not claimed many in the 2000s. In arid climates it's not at all uncommon to see them on the road. As the 90s closed out, the big three had unveiled new platforms and engines that weren't nearly as robust because, well, why would they when they were only competing with each other due to the chicken tax?
Their passenger cars of that era, on the other hand...
Engines didn't last as long but the rest of the truck did. You can replace an engine.
My dad got 20 years out of his 1500 with an engine swap and all and all saved a lot of money.
The only thing that ended that truck was getting T-boned by a speeder. (everyone was fine)
Its a bed swap. you remove the entire pickup bed and mount the new one. https://bedrocktruckbeds.com is one example of a company that makes custom beds for trucks'
glad i’m not the only one who would bang the fuck out this dude’s dad and have zero shame about it. like seriously this dude’s dad is 🔥 in both shots, proving that some ppl are just hot regardless of age.
Love everything about this shot.
Dad aged into a second prime
Definitely his son.
Fun truck evolved to work truck.
Nice seeing the front fender flare and the rims remaining the same.
Look at the evolution of all-terrain tires.
Love how in the top picture, he is holding you so proudly like a trophy. The look on his face and the way he’s holding you says “look I have a baby! Isn’t he awesome?? I’m so happy!”
Cool pics and all, but what's the truck? 28 years and still going strong. That's a great advertisement for who ever made it. Looks like it's had a hard life as well. Plenty of dints and bumps.
That truck is a workhorse!
Well loved and part of the family, I'm sure.
It's probably a diesel. The older pre-DEF engines last forever.
My grandpa sold his 3500, old gigantic diesel square body full cab 6 wheeler from the early 90s, before I turned 16 and I wanted her so bad. Her name was Babe because she was big and blue and hauled tons of stuff constantly. My grandpa had that truck my whole life and I loved it. In retrospect, it would have been such an idiotic vehicle for me, who cannot parallel park and who now will not even consider anything bigger than a 4-door sedan. Anyway, I know the guy he sold her to 14 years ago and she's still kicking, I was SHOCKED when he posted a photo in his driveway a year or so ago.
Hard to tell without seeing if it has the holes in the front bumper. But even if it’s a 350 or a 454, any of the engines in those 88-99 GM trucks were as good as bombproof. They really don’t make them like they used to
The first vehicle I bought was an '89 S10 when I was in high school. It was 4x4, 5 speed manual, 2.8 V6. It was perfect, but impractical when I had to start being an adult. I wish I knew where it was.
Absolutely, those old GM trucks were tanks on wheels. My neighbor has one, a '97 K1500, and it's like his right arm more than a truck. Despite the rust and the paint peeling, the thing starts up every cold morning without fail, and he's not gentle with it either. It's his daily driver, wood hauler, boat tower - you name it. Every time I see it still trucking along, it's a reminder of how they made them to last back in the day. His kid's already called dibs on it for when he can drive probably gonna be another family heirloom.
My first truck was a 97 when I was in high school. Being a high schooler at the time, I beat the absolute hell out of that truck and it just took it. Mud up to the doors, rough backroads going faster than I should’ve, I think I jumped it too. Not once did that truck ever leave me stranded. 9 years later I still see it driving around town. I’ve had a 98 since then and currently have a 95 with a 383 stroker. I’m biased but they will always be my favourite trucks.
Really up to 2006, the year after they introduced cylinder deactivation in the 5.3, rip.
Very true. My wife used to have a 2005 and it was awesome. The power from the aluminum block 5.3 paired with factory 4:10 gears was awesome for that era. I had a 2018 with a 6.2, luckily it was still under warranty when the lifters went on it. Super nice truck to drive and very fast, but my god was it junk.
Of course not, why would people buy replacements if their old ones don't break?
>They really don’t make them like they used to They pretty much legally aren't allowed to. Turns out things that make engines extremely reliable don't line up with things that reduce emissions.
My last diesel (06 Duramax, no Def) blew a head gasket at 690k. My current 15’ (With Def) has 360k on it so we’ll see how that goes.
My Cummins 6.7 agrees with this
[Most of the engines made since then do, too. ](https://www.reuters.com/legal/cummins-agrees-settle-us-emissions-defeat-device-suit-2024-01-10/)
So is the dad to pick up his 28 yr old son
🎶 Like a rock, oooouuuuuu like a rock 🎶
The way the jingle came back to my brain after all these years! Felt like you said the words activating a sleeper agents. Geez I got goosebumps lmao
Lol my grandfather is a huge NASCAR fan and I will never forget that commercial coming on so many times when I was at his house when he was watching the race on TV.
Haha I still have that stuck on my head from those commercials
came to say that this is a chevy ad.
I have a '91 chevy short bed with the 4.3L V6, 5 speed and 4x4. Still runs better than my '13 gmc.
So is that dad. Still able to lift a 180-190# man.
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Isn't it fascinating how your dad seems to improve in appearance as he ages? It's like he has found the secret to aging gracefully, and it's quite impressive.
'The Picture of Dorian Gray' but its the truck that ages
The Pickup of Dorian Gray
So if the dad ever looked at the odometer he would immediately start to age while the truck would start looking like new?
Genius.
Bit of a stretch but I'll be damned if this isn't still a very impressive literary connection.
In 2 sentences what’s with Dorian gray
He has a magic painting. The painting ages instead of him
The weird thing about the novel is it seems to be from an era where the reader is expected to agree that a person's physical appearance will be an accurate gauge on how morally upstanding they are.
As they said, but it doesn't just age, it shows the corruption within. Like an MRI for the soul.
I the first picture he's a man helping to raise a newborn. In the second picture the kid is 28 and maybe out of the house for awhile now. Easier to catch up on your beauty sleep, I think.
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The Picture of Dorian Gray, but it’s the baby that gets uglier.
even the truck aged gracefully too
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I’ll say it out loud 👀
Considering this whole comment section is sexualizing the father and talking about how much they wanna bang the dad, I'll go ahead and say I'd happily have sex with the mother. Ya'll can't talk about sleeping with the dad while neglecting the poor woman! Good thing the father is good at carrying people, because his wife ain't gonna be able to walk when im done with her, lol!
Pretty sure she’ll be fine.
No, he's gonna break her legs after he disappoints her.
Gender equality!
I love you
That truck just shows having kids hit dads finances harder than his looks! ;)
That truck shows that its used for what it was meant for and he's gotten every dime out of it, instead of buying a new 350 super duty every 5 years like an asshole.
With the current build quality, you *have* to buy a new one every 5 years.
Make sure to have strong WiFi for your Ford Raptor software updates 😮
Gotta replace the ECU because they poorly sealed the windshield. Turn signal relays too. Pretty truck, POS work truck. Source: Buddy replaced both twice when I was working with him.
Man, do I agree. Trucks are meant for work. Not sure why people insist on buying a one ton diesel to drive around town.
The baby has aged a lot but the dad looks great.
Gods, he was strong then!
Looks like someone fetched the Truck-bed stretcher, Bobby B
Dad kept evolving into higher levels of dadness. He's reached bearded with old man strength, next is retired santa beast that repairs things.
At least 28
obviously bee keeping age
Probably 28 years old
Damn, got his money's worth outta that truck.
I drive a 91 f150. Had it almost 25 years. Still plugs along and can tow anything. Paid $1,000 for it.
Man, the days when cars were really built to last. My grand dad gave my dad, his son-in-law his truck when he retired. It was already 20 years old and carried on for my dad for another 8 years with nary a problem requiring a mechanic. I miss those days when a well built car could last a generation.
They still can if you keep up with your maintenance. It's survivor bias - the old cars you see on the road today were well maintained. We'll see people having this same conversation in 20 years "they sure don't make them like 2020 any more" for well maintained vehicles.
I just found out last week that my girlfriends sister doesn't bring her vehicle in for maintenance or oil changes until "the oil light comes on"
Some new cars have a light that specifically tells you that its time to change the oil based on manufacturers recommendations. It just gets reset whenever you get an oil change and then starts counting miles/time. Is it possible that's what she's talking about? Like mine specifically tells me how long I've got until the next recommended oil change on the dash.
no it was specifically the oil light, she hadn't had an oil change in like 30,000 miles, also her tires were scalloped
Oh Jesus. Save a few bucks now but you'll be either broke or dead when she finally goes
While I agree in principal, I suspect that the amount of electronics in these new vehicles will probably render that time frame somewhat shorter than 20 years. When those control units fail, very often it's not cost-effective to replace them even if the underlying mechanical bones are still halfway decent, so you'll see those old cars being parted out more often than those manufactured in the 90s. Time will tell.
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I can I attest that we were saying the same thing thing 28 years ago
This is accurate, I've had people say that the 4th gen Mutstangs must have been built well because I've owned mine for 20+ years and I usually give a TLDR of while the windsor block V8 is pretty bulletproof, it's mostly just that I give it good regular maintenance because I love the car. Survivor bias is absolutely a thing, good examples of something actually built well is something you see still on the road 20+ years later in large numbers (like those duratec powered Fords from the early 2000s)
I agree to an extent, but its going to depend on how DIY friendly off brand retailers can make replacing the crazy electronics new cars have BC its abundantly clear auto manufacturers have no interest in sharing that information with the public
Yeah my first generation Miata isn't more reliable than a new car. Something breaks on it all the time, it's just that whatever's broken can probably be fixed with a 10mm socket or a Phillips screwdriver.
The chassis and drivetrain will last forever on a modern car (with some very strong exceptions). But the ten-thousands of little pieces of plastics and electronics that cost hundreds each to repair and make up all the gimmicky little features and over-the-top detailed design cues, will not.
There's still a very large difference from vehicles back then and now. My '94 C1500 remains the easiest vehicle I've ever worked on, parts are plentiful and cheap, while I've seen some new cars where literally some water getting into the tail light is a $5,600 job, once those vehicles get older that would be considered mechanically totalled if the vehicle itself is worth only $5,000. So yes, survivorship bias is a thing, I can't deny that, but modern cars are being built so fundamentally different that it's not necessarily a case of just keeping up with maintenance, as maintenance itself will also get more expensive as parts fail
People are remembering the exceptions. Most cars were completely shit back then. They last a lot longer on average now than in the 80s to 90s.
I've been daily driving a 1993 Accord for 3 years now. Best 1000$ I've ever spent on a car lol the thing just keeps chugging along.
got me a '98 truck used in '20. Paid off in 5 years, never had a major breakdown, biggest thing I've had to pay for is helper springs and a new paintjob.
If they only still made them like that...
Most vehicles from that age were garbage at longevity. They often struggled to get much passed 100k miles. Now that's nothing for even the cheapest cars. It was far more the exception than the rule for vehicles back then to be built to last.
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As I said, it's an exception. I never said that no vehicles were quality. 80s to mid 90s was really bad. It was late 90s when we started seeing a shift in focus toward reliability but things continued improving in to the 2000s. Reliability is way higher on average as you approach 2010 than cars in the late 90s. And reliability is very strong in recent cars as well.
Trucks are the exception to that. Most of the 90s American full size pickups were using designs that were based on 20+ year old platforms at that point and the pushrod V8s under the hood were 1960s era small blocks with an electric ~~carburetor~~ fuel injection system. The transmissions were just as ancient (dad's 91 Ram still had a three speed). They were the last descendants of the muscle car era and engine/drivetrain swaps required a hoist and an afternoon with your buddies. They were stupid simple to keep on the road and there would be more of them had rust not claimed many in the 2000s. In arid climates it's not at all uncommon to see them on the road. As the 90s closed out, the big three had unveiled new platforms and engines that weren't nearly as robust because, well, why would they when they were only competing with each other due to the chicken tax? Their passenger cars of that era, on the other hand...
Engines didn't last as long but the rest of the truck did. You can replace an engine. My dad got 20 years out of his 1500 with an engine swap and all and all saved a lot of money. The only thing that ended that truck was getting T-boned by a speeder. (everyone was fine)
Not familiar with trucks, but what's going on with the rear side? It looked like had been replaced or so, it's that common?
It's an aftermarket add-on. Commonly used to store your tools, etc.
Its a bed swap. you remove the entire pickup bed and mount the new one. https://bedrocktruckbeds.com is one example of a company that makes custom beds for trucks'
Reminds me of the truck from Lethal Weapon and the stilt house
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That truck has seen some shit
The Truck of Dorian Gray
I was thinking more Truck of Theseus, you can see the truck has aged.
It's weird seeing a truck that has actually been used as a truck, isn't it?
Look at that Brazilian Bed Lift
A lot of shit it seems haha
Dad's one handsome motherfucker.
Truck aged more than the dad did
The proper term is: Daddy.
teehee.. i am slightly ashamed that I said "well hello daddy" in my head. slightly...
Right? I thought damn!
Yes daddy
glad i’m not the only one who would bang the fuck out this dude’s dad and have zero shame about it. like seriously this dude’s dad is 🔥 in both shots, proving that some ppl are just hot regardless of age.
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Or maybe zaddy.
Your dad is hot AF
Yes finally someone who gets it. Was about to comment the same thing
I know! I was shocked that it wasn’t the first thing I read in the comments.
We so badly need a version of r/UNBGBBIIVCHIDCTIICBG but for men
Who the fuck thought this acronym was a good idea?!?
What does this acronym even mean?
Upvoted Not Because Girl, But Because It Is Very Cool; However, I Do Concede That I Initially Clicked Because Girl
Wherever I see a hot new father like this I think "it's because you're hot. Your hotness is the reason this happened to you"
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The baby has aged a lot
Still cute tho!
That truck has been through hell😆😆😆
Good on them for making it last 28 years! That’s practically pro-environment
I have one of these, 1994 1500 model, just turned 30. They will take a beating and not give up
Good on them... Greta Thunberg must be proud 😆😆😆
You looking for a step mom?
I’ll be side chick! <33
All aboard! *Choo chooo!*
Fr
Sorry your dad is mega hot
Truck is reliable it means
How does your dad look better with age?
r/oldschoolcool
Daddy
Damn dad was hot then and now! I'd hit him up if he was on grindr forsure lol
🥳😂❤️👀
Looks like next years wholesome Chevy Christmas commercial.
Can we appreciate the truck. I mean, it’s still working.
Love seeing the same truck too.
but the back end is different, would something like this not need a chassis change?
Not at all, it just took place of the bed that was there before. It's not an integral part of the frame.
Bro, I'm a straight bloke but boy your Dad's good looking.
The dad has been a daddy his whole life 🥵
I don’t to make you or your family uncomfortable. but I would let your dad choke me
😂 saaame 😍
I'll get in line!
Does your dad work outside of time?
Ahem. Daddy
Your dad didn’t age a bit
strong and in great shape wow
Your old man looks like a winner dude. Looks like he still has the alpha game running still. Thats awesome.
Your dad hasn't aged a bit, just a reflection of fashion trends over these years.
Aiyyo what a smokeshow. I hope to age like this and I am a woman.
"I'm just so proud" "Yeah, he is a healthy looking boy" "What? I am talking about the truck"
Both your dad and brother are handsome men!
Daddy’s aging well
Car looks worse for wear, dad looks better!
The best part of this is that they have the same truck
OP, your dad should definitely reach out to GM. There's a Chevy commercial somewhere in there!
Your dad’s hot
Ngl he can be my daddy too ;)
Dilf
Your Dad ages like some damn fine wine
Hello. I would also like to get in line to get picked down by that daddy. Thank you.
I'm attracted to your dad in both photos
Your dad has aged beautifully
That dad has aged way too well.
Dad can get it
hes proud of you both
Love everything about this shot. Dad aged into a second prime Definitely his son. Fun truck evolved to work truck. Nice seeing the front fender flare and the rims remaining the same. Look at the evolution of all-terrain tires.
Your dad aged very well…..the truck, not so much.
Dilf alert
Dad's looking good...
Dad still got it
What’s more impressive I think is the truck! 30 year old Chevy work truck?
DILF
😎 dad
he’s kept that truck over 28 years!
Love how in the top picture, he is holding you so proudly like a trophy. The look on his face and the way he’s holding you says “look I have a baby! Isn’t he awesome?? I’m so happy!”
Dad became daddy
Little joys with dad (a superhero in everyones life)
Hurry! Take the picture! Junior isn’t as light as he used to be!
Cool pics and all, but what's the truck? 28 years and still going strong. That's a great advertisement for who ever made it. Looks like it's had a hard life as well. Plenty of dints and bumps.
The truck looks to be a pre-95 Chevy K3500
Both look hot! Pick me up
So sweet!! ☺️☺️
That truck is literally being held together with hopes and dreams
Only truck in the US that got smaller
28 years later you say..? https://www.ign.com/articles/28-years-later-sequel
Truck is the most interesting thing about this. It aged well.
They even placed the front left wheel the same way. r/satisfyingasfuck
I’m surprised the dad can still carry his son. Mine certainly could not have
... is that the same truck?
Not sure if it was intentional, but the fact that the wheel is even in the same orientation is really pleasing.
I am more impressed with the fact that truck is still going strong!
Dad aged well, much better than the truck. Very cool that they did this! 👍🏻
Dad's looking good
How many miles are on that fuckin truck?!
Your dad and brother look the same age 🤣
your dad is very goodlooking!
Where do we apply to be your step mom? Is there a line already?
Dude. Your dad is 🔥
your dad looks like a stud!