While recent reports have pointed to the durability of fairly new used cars, one man is proving that even a car from the 70s has the ability to take on the road.

Chris Hedgecock bought a 1974 Pontiac LeMans approximately two years ago and is currently driving it across country, WDSU.com reports.

“When we got it, the battery was bad,” Hedgecock told the news provider. “We went ahead and got a new battery from Wal-Mart. We did a little homemade ducting work on the air intake. We replaced all the fluids, replaced the belts.”

After about $200 in repairs, Hedgecock said he was ready to tackle his road trip from San Diego to Miami, according to the article. So far, he has reported no mishaps or problems with the more than 30-year-old car.

Though it may be an exception to find an older car that runs as well as Hedgecock’s, many people have found used cars of recent vehicles to experience the same, problem-free ride.

Some car experts say new used cars can last up to 200,000 miles before needing any major work done, states Consumer Reports.

Find Used Pontiac cars in New York Tri-State Area with New Jersey State Auto