1956 Ford Fairlane Sunliner Convertible in White / Red & Ride on My Car Story with Lou Costabile

[@craigjorgensen4637]

Just watched this again and was even more impressed! Wow! What a magnificent car! Dennis does it again!

[@loucostabile]

Twice as nice!

[@dave1956]

My parents had a’56 when I was a child. I still remember that white car to this day.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dave, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Parents car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@TheDejael]

Beautiful car! I love the gorgeous 1955-56 Fords! And the Tri-Five Ford T-Birds 1955-57.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dejael Long, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Lou

[@johnsampson1096]

Great classic Ford! Believe it or not, I bought my second car, a 1956 Ford Sunliner in 1966. It was green and white with a black top. I mounted an 8 inch speaker in a baffle and had it wedged in the center between the floor and the dash. Two classic songs around this time, Poor Side of Town, Johnny Rivers and Good Vibrations the Beach Boys, Here's the kicker, the price tag was $50 dollars! I still dream of this gem in 2021..............

[@loucostabile]

Hi John, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@jaybrown1828]

My uncle Kenny worked at Ford. I was 7 years old in 56, and I remember him coming to a bar b que at our house in a brand new 56 Ford White over green convertible. His was a 6 cylinder 3 speed stick

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jay, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Uncle Kenny's car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@chriscallen6897]

Lou , your videos always give me inspiration for my vintage car art. What a wonderful old Ford!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Chris, Happy to read you enjoy this "wonderful old Ford!" :-) Thank you for sharing the videos give you inspiration. I appreciate that, Lou

[@MisterMikeTexas]

Looks like the Tri-Five Fords are now getting their due. This is a fine convertible profiled here!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael, Happy to read you enjoy this convertible :-) Lou

[@larryborkstrom3580]

Got to love the sound of an old Y block I sure wish they still make cars looking like that today and made out of steel

[@loucostabile]

Hi Larry, Happy to read you enjoy the sounds from this car :-) Lou

[@bruceg.6282]

When I was 6 and lived with my grandmother, I used to sit on her porch swing and gaze at a car parked across the street. It was a car identical to this one except it was a green/blue color. This car created the love that I have for cars to this day.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bruce G., Happy to read this car brings back nice memories :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@pamelakain4879]

Watching old movie tarantula, seen the Doctor's car, fell in love. 1955 though.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Pamela, Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@donf3877]

I know you like original or restored cars Lou, but I still remember a Rod and Custom magazine way back in the day (late 60's early 70's)... where they showed how to craft 1966 Buick Rivera retracting headlight into a '55 - '56 ford. I looked out of this world with those, a rolled lower pan, and a 50's Corvette grill. The reason for picking that particular car was the pointed-top front fenders matched up perfect with the point of the Rivera's light buckets. And of course in rear were, as you mentioned in the 1960 300F video, 1960 Chrysler "boomerang" taillights standing straight up and down, since again they matched the pointed-top rear fenders. My favorite Ford's were the '55 - ''56, '57 especially, the '61, the '63 especially, and the '65. After that, just too big and bulky. When I was about 18, and was into fancy cars with BIG engines, my dad told me he had a 1957 Ford Del Rio 2-door Ranch Wagon station wagon. He wanted something a little fancier, so it had the Thunderbird 312, automatic, PS, and PB. It was a real lemon, so from then on through 1969, it was six cylinder, stick, and just two speed wipers. My mom put her foot down finally and said if he didn't get the new car with an automatic and power steering... HE could run me and my sister around everywhere! I was like... a '57 two door wagon... and you sold it???!!! Do you have any idea how much I would love to have that car now??? I wouldn't talk to him for a week!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Don F, Thank you for viewing and sharing your story. I have not much idea on car prices, Lou

[@plymouthduster2252]

Great car Lou. My Uncle had a green and white two door hardtop with the 312 V8 engine and automatic back in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Sadly it was wrecked. He always said that it was the first car he had that he could get up to 120 mph in.

[@loucostabile]

Hi PlymouthDuster 225, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Uncles car :-) Sad to read the end result of the car :-( Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@johnnyquest6115]

It seems that red and white were very predominant colors in those days. Nice match.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Johnny, Thanks for sharing, Lou

[@GLarryB]

In 1959 I had this exact car when I had my first date with ;my wife. We've been married 60 years and would love to own that beauty

[@loucostabile]

Hi Larry, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@juanasanelli6831]

Es un juguete MUY hermoso Es la culminacion del diseño que empieza en 1952 con el Crestline ...

[@loucostabile]

Hi Juan, Thank you for sharing, Lou

[@chriscarson1493]

Simply beautiful, the 56 Ford has all the right lines and the color combo is perfect.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Chris, Happy to read you appreciate the looks of this car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Lou

[@CreatorCade]

I totally agree 50s cars are just the best.

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

Boy, this one looks great! The two tone colors, convertible top, and stone guards & fender skirts. This one has it all! It's always a treat for us when you and Mr. Roxworthy get together. And did someone say a '70 Shelby? You just gotta stay tuned for that one! Thanks, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi TheGunfighter45acp, Happy to read (and I agree) this one has it all :-) Well said. My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@loucostabile]

Here is the 70 Shelby. Enjoy! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHiscq2Mga5qea8

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

@@loucostabile Oh, OK. Yes, I remember this one, thanks. I thought he might have another one, too. Mr. Roxworthy is full of surprises (& great cars)!

[@keithmiles3287]

Man I know life may not have been perfect back in the 50s but they seem to have pride in their work. Their designs. In American products. I wish it was 1951 now instead of this mess we are in currently. 2021. Thanks lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Keith, Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome. Glad you're along for the ride, Lou

[@aydenliam7454]

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[@kysonrayden8235]

@Ayden Liam instablaster ;)

[@aydenliam7454]

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[@aydenliam7454]

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[@JaimeSalcedoA_72]

¡Que impresionante! Este Ford convertible ya tenía un techo retráctil autónomo para ese año de 1956. Una hermosa combinación de colores en rojo y blanco además... ¡Saludos!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jaime, Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@TripReviews]

A beaut! Love it! I too was born in ‘56. I already told you about the 56 Ford Customline my father had in another 56 Ford video. The brochure showing all the different models was great to see. Amazing how Ford stretched a buck onto all those different models, not only that but they also used the same for the Meteor from Mercury they sold in Canada. The green interior Customline picture was identical to the old mans 56. As I looked at the paused video of the interior I started to recall some of the back seat items, the ashtray in the top middle backside of the front seat, the door pillar base, and take a look at how the door panel design flows from the front right into the rear door. Cheers🥂🇨🇦🍻🇨🇦👍....edit....just saw the date printed under the hood, March 23, 1956! I was born on the 22nd👍

[@loucostabile]

Hi Trip Reviews, Happy to read you "Love it!" :-) Happy to read you were both born in March 1956. Glad to read you enjoy the "trunk & treats. Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@opera93]

Thanks, see my 56 Ford… I actually had some plans to keep mine “ forever”……….

[@alejandrogrillet931]

GREETINGS. From Venezuela , . . .

[@loucostabile]

Hi Alejandro, High praise for this car :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and I appreciate your kind words, Lou

[@jeffreyharrington3982]

She is a beauty guys!!1956 was a great classic styling year for Ford.In trucks as well!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeffrey, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Lou

[@leeswanson9732]

Elgin seems like a favorite spot!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Lee, Dennis has a wonderful collection he's sharing, and then we bring his Friends with cars over too to share with you. Stay tuned, car from Elgin IL tomorrow too :-) Lou

[@marajadeskywalker5992]

Ooo now that’s a car actually worth far more what most modern cars are going for these days

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mara Jade Skywalker, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) Lou

[@20alphabet]

And it's lasted longer than anything today will.

[@jwelchon2416]

When I was a kid these were just old cars. My dad had a couple of 56's. The 55 and 56 looked alike on the outside but the dash panels were different. The 56 was sporty looking while the 55 had a rather odd looking dash with a round radio. This one is spectacularly nice!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi JWelchon, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Dads car :-) Glad to read you enjoy this one, Lou

[@russelladams6432]

Another beautiful car. I am a Chevy guy, but I tell ya, there's something about the lines on this one. I love the huge stainless strip down the side. Great looking ride. Thank you for sharing and special thanks to Dennis for sharing his beautiful collection. Look forward to the Mustang Dennis mentioned in the beginning of the video. Take care.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Russell, Happy to read you enjoy the lines on this car :-) Dennis has a few Mustangs, and more of his collection coming, so stay tuned :-) I think this is that Mustang is this one. Enjoy! Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/emmWf6GMj7WjhbM

[@russelladams6432]

@@loucostabile I believe he said '70 Mustang in the video. I do love that 64 1/2 though.

[@BartRicky]

That's my favorite year Ford... Thank goodness it doesn't have a continental kit.. Great car thanks Lou..

[@loucostabile]

Hi BartRicky, Happy to read this ones a Winner :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@bradzimmerman3171]

Never could warm up to a continental k

[@bradzimmerman3171]

kit but the useless hubcaps are far worse

[@iswc27]

Hi, Lou! Top down with a Lifeguard! The Lifeguard Design included a dished steering wheel with recessed hub and horn ring to help reduce the possibility of chest injury in a frontal crash, the double-grip door latches that you showed us, which helped keep doors from springing open on impact, hooded instrument panels and pivoting shatterproof mirrors. As options you could also get seat belts, a padded dash and padded sun visors. BTW, Lee Iacocca was a Ford salesman at the time, and he came up with a novel idea. He put small bags of potato chips on car windshields with this message: "The chips are down. Wujatake $XXX for your car? We're selling '56 Fords for $56 a month!" LOL! Glad you and Dennis got to enjoy your day in the sun with this beauty!

[@loucostabile]

Hi iswc27, Glad you're along for the ride. Didn't know the Lee Iacocca story :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@christofour217]

My dad had the same exact car. Same colors too.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Christo Four, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Dads car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@JeffKing310]

Great Trunk Treats!

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@antoniahamilton3201]

Premiere automobile! Great show.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Antonia Hamilton, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@JeffKing310]

Another beauty - thanks Dennis and Lou! Spectacular Fairlane.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeff, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@ronsimpson7596]

Nice year and model, Ford was very big on fastening trim with exposed Phillips head screws, same glen plaid trunk liner, love the enthusiastic glossy brochures, 56 , I was 5 then, was a cool time in space! An optimistic era, when people had real hope for a brighter future! Nice find Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ron, Happy to read you enjoy this year and model. Thanks for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@sporty1701]

What an absolutely gorgeous car...I've always considered the 56 Fords much better looking than 56 Chevys or Plymouths. Coral and white would almost certainly never be my color choice for any car, but on this convertible, it's ideal...1950s two tone perfection!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Strange Daze, Happy to read you enjoy the color choice on this car :-) Lou

[@garyporter516]

What a treat to see a nice plain one without all the junk du-wop accessories like a porch out back , search lights etc,

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy seeing this car in it's original condition.

[@AtlantaGymFan]

A beautiful car at the start of great car models to come!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Brock, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Lou

[@opera93]

Thanks, DENNIS & Lou: great overview of a 56 FORD…!! Interestingly, it does bring a sadness : remembering the anticipation of keeping & improving parts of my **1956 FOrd/4 DR/ *TBIRD engine/auto/Deluxe BLUE CLOTH INTERIOR( ?)PS /PB? / Fender Skirts/Selectaire (??)LOW MILES! (Anyways , I do,**not remember having or **using a **Manuel Choke (,!!???)…. EXPERTS help me here with CHOKE, FENDER SKIRTS, Clock/& mine, white / 4Door/ Blue Velour Cloth interior?????? We bought in 1965, due to good condition of car: ,& Florida Lady owner hardly used…..; and I used for several week’s , then totalled : the accident costing me a Summer recovering , after my First year at Purdue…..etc.. I definitely remeber the 56 as being good , smooth driver and fairly Poweeful, even with automatic…..I put quite a few miles on Vehicle showing Friends, & Cruising ( esp through TOWNS, Drive in Restaurants, etc, ). There is something special about the 56 FOrds: also, many of the Wagons were great, and FORD really DONE a Great Job on the **1957’s,( esp INTERCEPTOR, Police, F-Code, TBIRDSj)..!! …

[@loucostabile]

Hi Opera, Thanks for sharing the many memories with this car :-) Lou

[@johnnyhawkins43]

One of my first cars was a 56 Ford Fairlane give a hundred !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Johnny, Happy to read this was one of your 1st cars, Lou

[@geoben1810]

Yeah, two great things that occurred in 1956. Detroit produced this beauty and Mom produced me! That damn car is looking better than me at 64 years old 😲 You're killing me Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi George B, Happy to read you and this car have the same birth year :-) Happy to read you enjoy this car, Lou

[@1955mouse]

this one was built the same year i was born... (late 1955?) perfection at its best! are there any wagon videos of this year and make? i'd love to see them. and yet again.. the span of perfection in auto making, thanx again lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mouse, Happy to read this one is the same year as you were born :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and please watch the commercials (or at least the ones you can) in the beginning of the video, so I can get paid and keep the cars coming we enjoy. You're welcome, Lou

[@opera93]

Thanks.. I always had an interest in WAGONS too. I suspicion kind of rare, especially with TBIRD/ air conditioning/ 2 door,,etc... my Family, had a DODGE 59 Wagon/9:PASS/ rear Faxe Seat/psTEERING/ PB::: taking my Drivers License , finally getting a 1954 Ford/added 57 V8Engine, though :**** Imdod have a Nice, low miles 56 Ford /FORDOR/ TBIRD eng/ select Aire ,NOT WORK/ WHITE WITH blue INTERIOR( totalled in freak accident, shortly after getting:: as this was a keeper Car MODEL)...

[@davestelling]

Dennis is right, Lou... "It's a pretty car..."

[@loucostabile]

Nice :-)

[@tippey2011]

Lou Dennis never seems to amaze me with all those beautiful units that he has. This unit is spectacular I love the colors very cool very refreshing very bright very attractive! Dennis never seem to amaze me with his car collection he sure has a bunch of beauties along with his toys he's got loads of big toys! I always love to hear his stories of his units and all the information and knowledge he has on each one. This is one beautiful piece of Automotive History! I really enjoyed Dennis and you in this video! Thanks for sharing Lou as always!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steve, Happy to read you're enjoying Dennis collection with me :-) You're right, he has some great cars. Good news! He has more to share! Stay tuned, and you're welcome, Lou

[@tippey2011]

I can hardly wait to see what Dennis has next in store for us! Thanks again!

[@champlain2222]

You always find great cars. I love your channel !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Comet Fan, Happy to read you "love" the Channel :-) Glad you're along for the ride, Lou

[@richmcintyre1178]

Hey Lou, count the caps. Hmm, 6 0r 12 volts?? Survey says? LOL My first car was a 55 Customline and it had only 3 caps. I swear those 6-volt cars had a switch that made it difficult or impossible to start at below 32 degrees. Well, the fact that the engine had no compression left may have had some impact. Beautiful car Lou, thanks for the video.

[@loucostabile]

Hey Rich, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 55 Customline :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou

[@garycrawford2256]

At 13:30, the jacking instructions picture a 54 Ford. I know his car is correct, but this surprised me.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gary, Nice attention to details, Lou

[@stude2896]

A very nice review of an highly stunning 56 Ford very tastefully optioned to present the true styling highlights of the car when new..

[@loucostabile]

Hi Stude289, Happy to share this review from Lou to you :-)

[@josephconsoli4128]

Another Dennis draw-dropping classic! The '55 and '56 Ford's were another one of the most perfectly designed American cars. Ford stylists hit it out of the park in those years. The debate as to which year is best is a very tough one. I used to say the '56, but I do feel the '55 model was a tad cleaner. The see-through speedo and circular radio is really unique too. The '56 does have a little more "bling" though. Both are elegant and gorgeous.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Joseph, "Another Dennis draw-dropping classic!" Well said! :-) Happy to read you enjoy this elegant and gorgeous car, Lou

[@opera93]

Thanks, me too:: always remember my 56…. Do,remember mine driving well amd covering Miles quickly & Pwerful! See my remarks…too.

[@garylewis3641]

Great video Lou, all cars from the the 1950s are special with extras you don't see nowadays. And I'm not saying their special just because I'm from the 1950s. It was a great time to be an American!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gary, Happy to read you enjoy the 1950's cars :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and please watch the commercials (or at least the ones you can) in the beginning of the video, so I can get paid and keep the cars coming we enjoy. You're welcome, Lou

[@garylewis3641]

@@loucostabile ok Lou!

[@2098elk]

Had a 56 Main Liner which was an ex California Border Patrol car. Three speed with an overdrive. While 56 had a bunch of safety items such as deep dish steering wheel, padded dash, etc. mine didn't have an radio, no padded dash, and very limited side chrome. Dog dish hub caps. Had it for several years before getting a 57 Fairlane 500. Good solid cars.

[@loucostabile]

Hi 209Belk, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Patrol car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@ramongonzalez2112]

Find a mocked up 1956 Ford Dealership and stick that beauty in it. She looks newer than new; plus the red and white does her right.👏🇺🇸

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ramon, Happy to read you appreciate the condition of this car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@lukasz2766]

beautiful car I love it

[@loucostabile]

Nice :-)

[@wesleyAlan9179]

Incredible ride! Incredible channel! Thanks, Lou!✌😁

[@loucostabile]

Hi Wesley, High praise for the Channel :-) Thank you for sharing, and you're welcome. Glad you're along for the ride, Lou

[@kevinrendell9770]

Love the car 56 Ford sunliner with 292 4 bl carb. With tuna rigs Was the very first car I ever rode in back from the hospital in 59 my dad always told me he had to sell the car to pay for the baby bill He sure missed that car I hope l made up for it In this world. He always had the ing keys In his left hand go old Fords. Kevin l.i. N.y.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Kevin, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Dads car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@bruceh92]

Beautiful Ford guys. Nice video. Thanks!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bruce H., Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this one :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@5inthehole]

You could by a half decent used car for what it would cost to re-chrome that beautiful front end. Any idea what this car weighted in at Lou? A real beauty! Thx again Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Brady Dog, This one weighs A LOT :-) Happy to read you enjoy this "real beauty", and my pleasure sharing with you. You're welcome, Lou

[@jonnietruth4083]

That purple car in the background… The convertible… Looks like a 67 Skylark… I could be wrong most likely a.m.… I had a 67 skylark and it was a blast. By the way… Happy days called… They need their car back… What a stunning beauty

[@loucostabile]

Hi John, We'll get Richie his car back soon. Here is that car in the background. Enjoy! Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2HGh2NpZZaLps0

[@ImTheDaveman]

She's definitely a beaut!

[@loucostabile]

Hi ImTheDaveman, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Glad you're along for the ride, Lou

[@damxgopak457]

What a special car thanks Lou was that buick in the background yours?

[@loucostabile]

Hi derwood 454, Happy to read you enjoy this special car :-) Not my Buick, Lou

[@motorTranz]

Wow, beautiful car 😍

[@loucostabile]

Happy to receive a "Wow" on this car :-)

[@jonathanriolo2578]

Nice Ride

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jonathan, Happy to read you enjoy this ride :-) Lou

[@jonathanriolo2578]

Thanks

[@jaydenthescorbunny8014]

If you want to go on a cruise choose any vintage car they drive and feel like dreams.

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for sharing. Sounds FUN!

[@glennchristie2316]

My sister had a ‘56 Ford with Hollywood Mufflers and an Interceptor engine. I made excuses for my car not to run so that I could take her car to work. That car had speed “To Spare”…

[@loucostabile]

Hi Glenn, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Sisters car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@Lightningbug122]

Oh So Fine......

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@steelassault262]

Very nice Ford!!! Does Dennis have a clunker?

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steel Assault, No clunkers in Dennis collection. Good news! More good ones will be coming from his collection, so stay tuned, Lou

[@wmalden]

Bumperettes? I have always called them bumper guards.

[@loucostabile]

Thanks for sharing.

[@leightonfarms4962]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@craigjorgensen4637]

Smokes a bit but this car is about as perfect as they come! It’s my opinion that 1956 was the banner year for all makes in the 50’s! A Chevy 265 Power Pack would smoke a 292 or even a 312 in a drag race.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Craig, Happy to read "this car is about as perfect as they come!" :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@tylerwatt7697]

Somewhere between the 70s and the 80s automotive technology took a wrong turn. I mean I'm not one for convertibles but this example, she is clean

[@loucostabile]

Hi Tyler, Happy to read you appreciate this clean machine :-) Lou

[@gene978]

How did I miss this Lou? WHat an Example of a top Ford model. 55-57 Chevys get all the praise. But in 1955 -1957 Ford had some very Attractive offerings. I think the ‘55 and ‘56 look better then the Chevy in top models. In 1957 with Fury, Dodge, Chevy, and the New Ford which out sold Chevy and Mopar makes you think there where many choices of New Models. and 1957 Chevy was a carry over but disguised as a new Model. Interesting.

[@loucostabile]

Hi gene978, Happy to see you found this video :-) Thanks for viewing and sharing your thoughts, Lou

[@GeraldWood-ig9rw]

My father wrote one off in 1965

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gerald, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Fathers car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@arielachong7577]

Good very good ❤😂👍👍👍👍👍❤😂.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read and see you enjoy this one :-)

[@1francie13]

Isn’t it a v8?😊

[@loucostabile]

Yes, The car comes with the factory Special Thunderbird Y-Block V8 engine.

[@robertphillips6296]

It’s red & it’s white and I’m blue I don’t own it.

[@loucostabile]

Red, White & Blue :-)

[@Bossrich6287]

i hope this doesn't have a chevy engine in it

[@loucostabile]

Ford engine :-)

[@Lightningbug122]

Somebody please, just help me,,,,

[@loucostabile]

?

[@darrenbrisson4336]

Lou i have a buddy with a red and black 56 just like the one in the picture mint here in ottawa ontario canada all original survivor car 40,000 canadian 613-550-1521 it has provenance was the south African embassy car in Ottawa back in the 50s defenbakker our prime minister kicked out the consolate and it's belongings were auctioned off has papers with it to show provenance beautiful car only ever has had a repaint do to dullness interiors mint original came factory with 312 thunderbird engine and continental kit this car is a turn key trophy winner

[@loucostabile]

Hi Darren, Sounds like your Buddy has a cool car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@darrenbrisson4336]

@@loucostabile he has a super super rare 1914 scribe boot rocket cycle car only three in canada and his is the only complete one when he joined the registry they made a big deal out of his car it's for sale 65,000 canadian this guy wants it bad for his museum in the states but doesn't want to part with the money for it eddy sets a price thats the price no tire kickers he hates that very rare super rare Lou you should try t go get a hold of ray dupriuse or dupuise he has a hemi car collection that's fhe best for a Canadian his 66 black hemi coronet is a jaw dropper I fell in love with this car when I was a teenager a buddy and I were sitting on the curb in front of landsdown park on bank st. In Ottawa Ontario canada nice sunny day we were chilki my and all of a sudden we here this wicket rumbling coming towards us holy shit its a black 66 coronet mint beautiful with the dog dish caps and as it rumbled by we both saw the hemi bad he on the fenders we were freaking it's truly a rare a rare sighting to get to see rays 66 coronet his other cars are just as awesome Lou you need to get a hold of ray dupriuse

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@@loucostabile eddy has a 71 s/s 454 ls5 convertible chevelle red with black stripes he's been offered 70,000 says nope it's my daughter's she don't want to sesll it has the cowl induction hood he has 35 hudson terraplanes and a 37 Packard hearse and parts and a junk yard even a tug boat

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@@loucostabile I left pictures of the 56 for sale in Ottawa on your Facebook messenger page