The time has come to start driving a different truck. I’ll show you what I got and explain why.
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- Опубликовано: 29 янв 2024
- The Frontier has been my favorite vehicle I've ever owned. It's a capable, reliable, comfortable, and affordable truck. Combined with the Topo Toppers camper, it's the best way I've ever explored and camped. So don't worry, the Frontier is not going anywhere, but you may see me driving something else around sometimes.
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A manual transmission is almost an anti-theft device these days. 😊
Ha ha! 😄
No it's not. Car thiefs know how to drive. Only going to stop dumb kids going for a joyride.
😂💯🙌
I worked with a guy several years ago that had one of those. When we'd get a first big snow he would pile the bed completely full and drive it that way until it melted. It was always funny to see him drive past stuck 4x4s in the little junk two wheel drive Mazda. It barley ran but it did it for years. Yours looks like its in pretty decent shape. Enjoy!
As long as you have weight over the driving wheels.
Looks like you're gonna need to add a cat rack on the roof. 🐈🐈
People have forgot how nice it is to have a good reliable, simple small truck.
That's a really nice truck. It's probably more useful as a truck than 90% of modern trucks.
Excellent! Congratulations Donald!
Edit to add: NEVER underestimate the value of a beater. The zero stress, park it anywhere and not worry, "who cares" factor is priceless, imo.
Agreed!
Nice job Donald. I wish they still made trucks - and cars - like that!
Two doors, one bench seat, and a big bed. As trucks were meant to be. I approve. 😁
pre-dented 😂😂
Nice little truck, really like it ❤
In high school I owned the 1989 version Mitsubishi put out. No power anything with manual transmission. Loved it! Packed the bed with friends and hit skate parks all over the place.
I had one of those. Brand new. Wish I still had it. One of the best vehicles I’ve ever owned. We swapped in buckets for the original bench seat and it was the perfect light work truck/commuting vehicle. Such a great choice.
I wish Japanese auto manufacturers would bring back tiny trucks like these again
Love it. And cat-approved, too. Great!
Kitty did a really thorough safety and detailed inspection. Kitty deserves a treat for hard work 💪!
I taught my 2 daughters to drive stick and change a tire. I didn’t want them to be the ‘helpless girl’ if a friend drank too much, or got hurt, or they got a flat.
I did the same for my two sons, but that's also all they've had to learn on growing up with my old yj.
Wish they still made trucks like that.
Ok I admit the caption got me but I think this is a good idea. Save the miles, and wear and tear on the Frontier. Great little truck. Some parts might be hard to find these days, but still reliable and affordable to repair if needed.
My first new truck was a B2200 Cab Plus back in 1989 - It was a good truck.
Well, it appears if nothing else your cat likes it. lol😎👍
Perfect for doing truck and car things, love that era of trucks.
Small, 4 cylinder pickups in good condition are fantastic to own.
Nice find: A good Simple truck. No electronic gizmos, no worries about actually using it for truck stuff. Score!
Can personally attest to the durability of the B2000 trucks. The pre-Ford B2000 are very scarce in this condition. Excellent little trucks.
Great score!
I love it! That was my first vehicle! This was like a trip down memory lane ☺️
I’m on my 10th truck, you left nothing unsaid. Had a B2000 in the 90’s which was a good vehicle. Easier by a long stretch to work on than anything made in the last 20 years. Good second vehicle, nice find. Enjoy it.
I had one too. That was back when a replacement headlamp just cost a few hours pay vs. a few days pay now.
I bought my Uncles 1993 Toyota Pickup, 2wd, 7.5 ft bed, manual transmission as well. It has 306,000 miles on it but it's perfect for my needs.
Just nicely broken in.
Glad you found something so great. Love your four paw friend.
If the cat came with the truck, it was really a stellar deal!
I owned a 92 Isuzu Pup pickup for 14 years. Probably the least good version of a Japanese basic pickup, but even so it was bomb proof, I would say the most cost effective vehicle I have ever owned. I didn’t put a huge amount of miles on it, but it was always there ready to go and do whatever I needed it for. Your choice makes perfect sense and I fully expect you will find more uses for it than you imagine at this point. One of the nice things about these vehicles, is that with basic maintenance they will run for as long as you’re willing to take care of them.
It appears that this is not your truck, but the cat's truck.
If your cat approves, nuff said..
Driving a small ruck with no canopy or camper on the back is so refreshing! Especially with a stick shift.
It's like driving around in a little toy...definitely fun!
I doesn't have to be a main character on the channel, but seeing new tires and a rattle can paint job on the wheels wouldn't be out of line.👍👍👍
You've got an EMP-proof machinery, congrats! And your cat is beautiful!
I wish there were still small, affordable trucks with standard cab and standard bed and bench seats. I don't think anyone even makes them anymore.
SUPPOSEDLY Ford is going to make a bare bones work truck (no power windows/locks/seats etc) next year. Starting at $10k
@@brianwatson3705 That was supposed to be Honda and something like that would never legally be allowed in the US. Way too many regulations here. It would be required to have a back up camera, air bags, many things that put it over $18,000 just for starters. For a small truck with wheelbase and width requirements it would have to get something like 50mpg anyways so no ICE... and now were closer to $30,000 and it would be a unibody. Basically, they already make that and it is called Ford Maverick.
They do. Yall just don't look at or buy them cause you end up deciding that the 4 doors would be nice. Then the crying about the depreciated value of a dollar starts like that's the car manufacturers fault. Basic trucks today smash on basic trucks from 40 years ago dollar for dollar adjusted in every metric.
When a truck was a truck not some luxury beast they are now.
This is one of the reasons I've kept my Frontier closer to stock, I still need it for truck stuff a lot. I'd love to have mine as cool as yours though.
Lose the keychain. All of the weight/swinging wears on tumblers and your key will fall out while driving.
Congratulations, I had that exact same yr and model truck 25 yrs ago, it was great! Very fuel efficient. The only modifications I made were better lighting, and rain guards.
I certainly wish I still had it.
Really nice find! One of my good friends had a early 90's Mazda PU like that for years. He eventually traded it in on one of the first gen Nissan Frontiers! (Extra cab/two wheel drive). I have just finished up rebuilding the suspension on my 04 Tundra.
Practical, old school styling and the family can learn to drive while carting branches. Win win nice little pickup (no pun intended)
Go through the full brake system including the master cylinder and flexible brake lines front and rear. Old beaters are cheap and fun as long as they stop when you need them to.
Function is beauty, that thing will save you a lot of miles on the Frontier. I'm 60 I knew quite a few people that had those back in the 80's and 90's with some basic maintenance they would run until they rusted away
What's missing in today's truck world. Just a simple cheap truck that fits the need around the house.
Reminds me of my dad’s 1988 Nissan Hardbody 4x2 manual; transmission, steering, windows and locks. My dad’s truck had a topper like that too and we had carpet scraps and large pillows in the back for padding our surfboards. It was a 4 cylinder and fuel injected. Loved that truck Dad traded it away for a Dodge Dakota 4x2 Manual 4-cyl in a turquoise color and ended up with a crappy truck. He then bought a Cousin’s black 1995.5 Tacoma 4x4 V6 manual; transmission, windows and locks Xtra cab. I just bought the same Tacoma as Dad’s 1995 just the 3rd Gen TRD OR Access Cab (not manual 😢) 27 January 2024. It is a truck I plan on keeping forever.
I have always been a fan of these mini trucks, I bought a 1979 Chevy Luv (Isuzu).. Traded it in on a brand new 1986 Nissan Hardbody extra cab 4X4. V6... That truck was so far ahead of its time back then. I put 285,000 miles on it. The only reason its still not on the HWY today is a not at fault accident.
Love a good beater to get around in. I had a 1984 Mazda B2000 (Automatic) that had a 7' bed!! I put a cap on it and bought one of carpeted 'kits' for the back and my just married wife and I drove all over the country with it before shipping it to Europe for farm use and transporting my woodworking projects. This was back in 1993 and pickup trucks were barely a twinkle in European eyes. Sold it to a friend before moving back and...it's still running today!
I bought a new 1982 Mazda B2000 back in the day. Manual steering, 5-speed manual and no A/C. It was a great truck and it could haul way more than it's capacity suggested. I had it for about six years until I sold it in order to purchase a new 1987 Isuzu Trooper. You made a great choice, Donald.
My first new vehicle was a base 1987 Mazda B2000 (essentially what you have found). I put +210K miles on that truck over 15 years - crossing the country multiple times, countless moves, and not to mention the endless "burnouts" leaving stop lights in my youth. You chose very well.
Tech is cool and all but simple mechanical machines are not only just as fun but easier to work on (most of the time) and less likely to worry about high tech electrical issues.
Great video👍
Great choice. I have a ‘98 Ranger puddle jumper. Little utility trucks are great!
What a great score, those old Mazda's run forever. With the new ign and t-belt your good for ever for the amount of miles you well put on it.
My dad had basically the same pickup but older model with that same 4 cylinder, and we were both amazed at where we could go out in the Red Desert of Wyoming and then up to the top of Bridger Peak in WY. An incredibly reliable incapable pickup!
If you decide to do some fun little tweaks to it over time. Just to make it look and drive nicer. I for one would like to see that on the channel as well.
Had a B2000 was great if you drove around the hills. Rip the failing trip off, clean it, rough sand and ratle can paint(just not primer black). Seriously pick 2 or 3 rattle can colors and a scheme with a hockey stripe to divide or something, have a fun weekend be proid of yer unique looking truck and fun content.
That thing is gorgeous! Single cab trucks are so underrated, honestly thinking it's going to be my next build project as well.
Just became a subscriber after watching you on Primal Outdoors. Have a great day.
Thanks for coming over from Jason's channel!
Solid little trucks. Fully boxed frames even. Once upon a time, I stripped one down to the frame to use as a rat rod base.
I'm driving a '19 Ranger and absolutely love it, but I miss my '07 regular cab Ranger every day.
You did the right thing!!!
Excellent choice. Congrats!
Pre-dented ! Cool! Now you can park up close to the store and newer undented vehicles will not want to park next to you or they won't crowd you. You will have plenty of room to open your door.
Love the kitty!
Congratulations . Looking good !
Love it! Great purchase!
Although not the normal reason (content) that I watch your videos, the cat's antics and your "This truck came pre-dented" comment earned you a thumbs-up!😊
That's a great find! Takes me back in time.
Great job and good luck on the truck
Nice! Wishing you many miles of smiles.
Great utility truck -- That was a good find
They were great trucks. Nice find
Looks like you got a good score. Kitty approved 😅 whsn I'm done with my overland build, I'm sure I'll miss the truck usage. Always nice to have a second vehicle.
Congrtulations on the score!!!
Awesome find!
Nice find Donald!
Love it! Patina perfection!
LOVE IT! I have an 87 B2000. It was great.
Great find !!!
Great find!
Good find! I had a 1990 just like it. Great truck.
Excellent video! Congrats on the awesome find; I'm sure this truck will serve you well. Will also add that I love that some of your recent videos have been showing the western/forest region of Oregon.....that's part of the main reason I subscribe a handful of years ago. Happy trails!
That’s a great find and its manual so I am excited :) congrats!
Donald, I am jealous!!! Thats a hell of a find!!!!
Love the truck, the bench seat, and the tranny/security system!
Pre-dented models are the best! I'm excited to watch this build..wink*wink*. haha!
Wish I could find something like that. Been searching for months. Congrats Don.
Nothing better than a little beater vehicle to drive between adventures. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
That thing is absolute awesome. You Need to take this thing on an Adventure !!!
My first vehicle was an 87 b2000. Loved that little truck!
This was not what I expected at all, but I love it. I love these old little trucks. I might just have to get one someday.
I’m happy fur you, empty, open bed trucks are great! 😊👍
I see your pickup passed the “cat scan” ☺️. We had a Toyota long bed 1976 for a commuter, everyday rig. It survived a deer running into it, but a car sliding on ice totaled it. Then the truck bed lived on as a trailer for many more years.
What s nice find... i like that little truck
Love it! Great truck! My big truck is a one ton quad cab dually, I 100% understand parking way out in the parking lot away from folks, just for more room.
This is great. My son actually just bought the same truck. It needed a little bit of tlc due to a slight backfire issue, but it's a great little rig and drives really smoothly. Congrats on your new family member.
Kitty says its time to make ME the star and make cat videos.
Looks good buddy, good size tray
I've owned 2 '80's B series years ago ('88 B2000 Cab Plus, and '89 B2200, both slammed low and both had chromed Nissan Pathfinder wheels), great memories of my mini trucking days, I'd love to find one in that condition to project 😁 Enjoyed the memory trip watching this one 🙂✌️
Had me going there, good dependable rig
Pre-dented… love it! 😜👍
Fun project!
I have basically the same setup Donald. I've got a 2000 Nissan 2wd Frontier for the same reasons you got yours. And like you said, it's really nice to have it parked in the driveway when I'm out adventuring in the Jeep.
The catbert certainly approves of it ! Great find on the Mazda.
Respect on that choice, will be cool to see if this becomes a cool weekender OV light build. A Idaho YT channel made a short series of videos about testing new rigs, because he wanted to "do something different," but then he bought a new version of his jeep. I dropped that follow like old laundry. But this is something different, so hats to you sir, will be keeping an eye on this.