My dad started our family owned Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Materials Testing business in 1966 and our first truck was a brand new red 1966 Ford Pick-up with a “three on the tree” gear shifter. We have stayed with red Ford Pick-up trucks ever since. In the mid 80’s, we bought a few economical Ford Rangers. However, we have switched back to the full size extended cab pick-ups. Our fleet also includes larger heavy duty Fords utilized for our three (3) drill rigs and two (2) dump trucks among a few Taurus wagons, Escorts, an Escape, and an Explorer. Currently we have a total of 34 Ford vehicles and one Ford backhoe. Personally, my family has two 5.0 Mustangs and two Ford Explorers. My wife and I both had 5.0’s when we met eighteen (18) years ago. Even though my dad passed away two years ago, I plan to keep Ford as our only choice. Keep making those high quality, durable vehicles!!
Today, I still drive the same 1991 Ford F-150 truck that my dad drove and plan to give it to my son (8) when he turns 16. The truck has 315,500 miles on the original engine. It is a little rusty but it runs great! My son wants to restore it someday. I sure wish I had my dad’s first Ford Pick-up truck.