1st Gen DD

[oldIron]

Let’s see some pics of the closer one. All things being equal: Well, not likely to find one rust free. The frames are usually not problematic but certainly worth inspecting in person if possible.

 

[BDSeff1fitty]

I DD my '87 90 miles round trip every week day. Up 17k miles in 10 months. Have had to do 0 repairs, only oil changes & replaced the air filter once.

When I bought this last year, was thinking I'd only drive it a couple days a week to help keep miles off the newer vehicles, but I enjoy driving this way more.

I was picky when I was shopping and bought one that checked a lot of boxes (11k mile 22RE performance motor, 11k miles on a Marlin trans, 211k miles total, pristine condition, etc) which I think heavily has played into my favor for reliability.

Old pic.