12 Old Cars That Were Built to Last Forever

12 Old Cars That Were Built to Last Forever
From Toyota Corolla crossing 2 MILLION kilometers to Volvo 240s surviving decades, these 12 legendary cars prove reliability used to mean something very different. In this video, we explore the most durable vehicles ever built – cars that redefined mechanical immortality, from the African deserts to Arctic expeditions.

If you love automotive history, high-mileage legends, and stories of cars that refuse to die, this countdown is for you.

🔥 Featuring Toyota Corolla, Peugeot 504, Lexus LS400, BMW E39, Land Rover Defender, Ford F-150, Nissan Patrol, Mitsubishi Pajero, Chevrolet K5 Blazer, Datsun/Nissan 720, Isuzu Trooper & Volvo 24

Cars Mentioned in This Video
00:50– Toyota Corolla (1983-1987)
02:22– Peugeot 504 (1968-1983)
04:05– Lexus LS400 (1990-1994)
05:52– BMW E39 5-Series (1995-2003)
07:44– Land Rover Defender (1983-2006)
09:41– Ford F-150 (1980-1996)
11:28– Nissan Patrol Y60 (1987-1997)
13:18– Mitsubishi Pajero/Montero (1982-1991)
15:00– Chevrolet K5 Blazer (1973-1991)
16:47– Datsun/Nissan 720 Pickup (1979-1986)
18:35– Isuzu Trooper (1984-1991)
20:11– Volvo 240 (1974-1993)


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