1959 Chevrolet Bel Air 348 CI Tri Power 335 HP 4 Speed in Red & Ride My Car Story with Lou Costabile

[@johngersna3263]

My first car was this car in Biscayne trim. When I bought it at 15 years old it had a blown up 283, a blown up 3 sp. transmission and a blown up rear end. By the time of my 16th birthday it had a 283 Corvette engine, a 3 sp. Synchololock transmission with a Hurst Shifter, and a 4/11 posi rear end. The reason that I bought it was that the body was perfect, it had great paint, and I got it for $100.00 dollars. I wish that I still had it.❤❤❤

[@loucostabile]

Hi John, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 1st 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

[@jeffreyrichwine9181]

I think this is probably one of the best cars ive seen on here yet... absolutely killer...

[@loucostabile]

Hi JEFFREY, High praise :-) Lou

[@tonyg8362]

Just picked one up this morning can’t wait to start building it!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Tony, Congratulations :-) Hope it comes out the way you like it, Lou

[@richardmccaughey5928]

Here I am again. My second car (my first was a '56 Chevy 210 2-door post with a 265 and a 3 speed) was a '58 Chevy 150 with a 348 bored out to 370 with a few other goodies. Loaned it to friend to go pick up his girlfriend a mile away for my girlfriend's and her prom night. I stayed at my girlfriend's house. Half mile away an elderly lady blew a red light and t-boned it. Totalled. Nobody hurt. Only had it about 6 months. Car was fast.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Richard, Glad to read everybody came away ok. Lou

[@winggullseagull1230]

I was also born in '59, in 1977 my first car was a '59 2 door Impala in mint condition. Red paint & red interior it was a present given to me by my ma. She knew I liked '59 Chevy's I drove that car all the time & if I wasn't driving I would just stare at the car for hours at every angle inside & out. Even an overhead view from my bedroom window. I was obsessed with the car even when I drove it I would look at the reflection cast on the glass of businesses . I just couldn't get enough of it. '59 Chevy's are my "CHRISTINE". i was in traffic at a stop light on August 16, 1977 when I heard the news of Elvis' death. I wasn't a fan of rock n roll before. I learned the hard way it's a danger to be obsessed because I got into a bad accident & the car was completely smashed up & demolished. It wasn't worth fixing & much cheaper to buy a better one. I was only a 17 year old punk kid . My dad bought me my 2nd car in 1978 a '57 Bel Air 4 door hardtop just like the one he bought in 1957. I sold it & made a profit same year. i bought a 2nd '59 2 door Impala in 1979 in mint condition with my own money. It wasn't as exciting as my first red '59 I wrecked. I didn't wreck this one. In 1980 I passed on a '59 Impala convertible for $1,200 it was nice but it had 3 on the tree, new white top black paint & red interior. But all the side chrome was missing & also the front grille. It turned me off I'm not into projects. Same year I passed on another '59 2 dr Impala in mint condition for $1,200 I wanted the car but I recall spending hours at the sellers house thinking about it. I decided not to buy it because I already had 2 before & it gets old buying the same car. I bought a '59 Ford Skyliner retractible instead. I took the '59 Chevy's for granted assuming they would always be cheap cars. So I've had lots of other cars '57 Chevy's , '56 Buick, '55 Old's had 3 '60 Chevy's etc. I did buy one more '59 2 door Impala in 1998 same color like my first car in 1977. I never got over that terrible accident & I wanted that red "CHRISTINE" back. I had to finance it the '59 Chevy's were now sought after.I did the same thing I did when I was 17 I started staring at the car again I hardly ever drove it. I got obsessed again the car made my heart race giving me goose bumps I sold the car & paid off the bank & I moved to England for 3 years to pursue my music career. I sold the car thru a dealer & he found a buyer & the dealer told me when the buyer drove off in the '59 Impala the brakes went out & the car crashed into trees & bushes & crashed into a bldg. & he almost stacked it up.I'm glad I got out of that car But I still love '59 Chevy's & I wowed the '59 Chevy will be my last car before I die. They are my "CHRISTINE" As a kid in the 1960's my next door neighbor & best friend's dad drove a '58 Chevy station wagon named "LUCIFER". i never gave pet names to my cars. I want another '59 I'll settle for a 4 door I always liked the flat tops.

[@loucostabile]

Hi WINGGULLSEAGULL, Good story :-) Thank you for 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

[@larryflanagan8799]

We had a 1959 Bel Air, four door. Green and white 283 four barrel, no air condition. We took it to the top of Pike's Peak. In the summer time, from Oklahoma.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Larry, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car in OK :-) 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

[@prophet71124]

Mmmmm, that's one clean machine! I'm an old mopar guy from the 70's. I tore down and rebuild a 1970 Plymouth Roadrunner. Bored out to 400cu in. 12 1/2 to 1 compression pistons high-rise cam. Edelbrock tarantula high-rise with 2 holly 750 double pumpers the whole nine yards, bored, balanced and blueprinted. 9.8 second quarter miler. We got 5 gallons to the mile. LOL then I rebuild a dodge 440 magnum. That little F er was some bad ass car. God I miss those days. You got a real nice car there pops! Good luck selling it!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steve, Happy to read a Mopar Guy enjoys this car :-) 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

[@prophet71124]

@@loucostabile Yea I forgot to tell you guys but now I remember when I was 17 in 1974 me and my best friend drove my 1967 chevy belair down to key west florida. Our first stop in the Keys was Grassy key. We saw a sign on the side of the road that read Grassy Key Farm Fresh Eggs. So we turned into this sand road and ended up at a nude beach! My buddy got his butt so sun burned that he couldn't sit down for 2 days! LOL. I love any old car. My mom had a 66 red malibu convertible when I was 14. THE GOOD OLD DAYS are still in my heart and always will be even though I'm a very young 64!

[@tommcconville4270]

Always been a Chevy guy, drove a 1960 Biscayne, a 1964 Bel Air, a 1973 Chevy Vega and a 2000 Chevy S-10 pick up.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Tom, Happy to read you've driven some cool cars :-) Lou

[@jeeper2371]

All the GM 59 cars were great, I might be a bit bias since I was born that year. That one is in far better shape than most and scoots right along.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeeper, Happy to read you and this car both have the same birth year :-) Lou

[@errorsofmodernism9715]

I love these stripped down cars with dog dish hub caps the most

[@loucostabile]

I like this one too :-)

[@vernrosquites5998]

The 2nd time I've been watching this Bel Air segment. This car is TIMELESS, you don't get tired of seeing it over and over, BEAUTIFUL & GORGEOUS CAR, WOW!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy this video a 2nd time. Hope you enjoy this video time and time again.

[@jamesharrison6201]

348 & 409s were some sweet engines

[@loucostabile]

Hi James, Thank you for viewing & sharing, Lou

[@joe6096]

What a beautiful car. Modern cars cannot hold a candle to this. The look, the sound, the performance.... the kind of thing I dreamed about when I was 15!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Joe, Happy to read this car is a "Dream Car" for you :-) Lou

[@Louis-qi1gz]

I remember seeing one of them in our backyard , ! my dad worked for the local Chevrolet dealership, I was just a little boy he explaned to me 🔧 about the Dump plugs and opened my eyes about horsepower

[@loucostabile]

Hi Louis, Happy to read this car brings back memories of conversations with your Dad about cars :-) 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

[@willyboy6126]

What a *sweet* ride and sweet treat for Valentine's weekend...Red, with all the bells & whistles! Love that chrome, front grill....and the fins/tail lights too! Plus, I loved the crisp, clean sounds of the opening/closing of the doors, hood & trunk. The engine sounded so smooth and it was great to hear it's power, with the header open. That would get everyone's attention! Whoever did the restoration on this '59 beauty, did an amazing, loving and *showroom* job! Awesome that it's going to an appreciative new owner and so quickly...can't blame 'em for snapping her up. Too bad it wasn't meant for your son...it would have really made a sweet 16th birthday present, but I'm sure the automotive gears are turning in your head for that special day. ; ) ....Thanks again Lou (and Dennis), for another great video and classic automobile. Cheers and Happy Valentine's to you and everyone...and remember love is 365 days of the year! : )

[@loucostabile]

Hi Billy, Happy to share this "sweet ride" with you. You're on the right KZbin Channel for sharing the love 365 if you love cars :-) Cheers, Lou

[@ytwhite5930]

Nice Belair!Equipped just right,but that red is what makes it...

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy this "Nice" red car :-)

[@bryantcurtis2665]

When you fired it up I thought my coffee was ready The old percolator.

[@loucostabile]

NICE !

[@terrym5023]

So interesting back in those days even a bare bones car had a beautiful designed dashboard.

[@loucostabile]

Hi X K, Happy to read you enjoy the dashboard on this one :-) Lou

[@chriscallen6897]

Lou , you’re so lucky to be able to ride and drive so many old classics.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Chris, I do feel lucky to be able to ride in lots of FUN cars. Bonus is I'm able to share them with you too, Lou

[@chriscallen6897]

@@loucostabile I would love it if you had a 59 Cadillac on the channel. Heck , any 50s Or 60s Cadillac for that matter.

[@crankychris2]

@@chriscallen6897 Yes, the '59 Caddy with those huge fins with 'bullet' brake lenses! They seem to be more of them than Impalas?

[@lt.frankdrebin3317]

Sounds like heaven.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy the sounds from this car :-) I like them too!

[@lt.frankdrebin3317]

@@loucostabile That's one of the things I like about the factory vacuum-operated secondary carbs -- it doesn't take any more manual effort to actuate them, and it's like a treat when they unknowingly kick in!

[@skinnerhound2660]

Beautiful car. My Dad bought a 1959 Biscayne, same body only less glitz. It was a six cylinder three on the column, rubber floor mats (no carpets), radio delete, blue with absolutely no trim. Probably somewhere on the back of the lot but it was economical and served our family for ten years. This Belair is stunning and the documentation, restoration, and low production numbers, makes it rare and unique. '59s did not survive for many reasons. The market is on fire for all models. I can see why your friend pulled the trigger. That was a steal. Thanks for sharing.

[@loucostabile]

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

[@markjohnston3502]

Janesville-built Bel-Air. Lovely car.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mark, Happy to read you appreciate this "Lovely 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

[@briangarland9883]

As soon as that thing fired up with open exhaust brought a big smile to this old man....

[@loucostabile]

Hi Brian, Happy to read you appreciate the sounds of 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

[@rickyf243]

That was a quick sale of this beautiful Bel Air. Congrats to the new lucky owner. My dad had a white with red interior '59 Impala, automatic with a small block V8 (no 348 tri-power for sure). This brings back good memories of our family car back then. Thanks Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ricky F, 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

[@williamwhiting6285]

Pure classic. Sedan is the plan; love the 348/409 Chevs.

[@loucostabile]

Hi William, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) Me too, Lou

[@jameswagoner3309]

Ahhhh, the ol "W" mill... The 348/409 was a great engine and that car made Chevy a serious competitor in NASCAR.

[@loucostabile]

Hi James, Happy to read you enjoy the engine in this car :-) Lou

[@helpmenow7]

Red just pops on that beauty

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@toyotapartsguy3597]

Best '59 I have ever seen ! Well Done.

[@loucostabile]

High praise Toyota Partsguy. 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

[@elliottkardashian4281]

Wow just too nice

[@loucostabile]

Hi Elliott, Happy to receive a "Wow" from you on the condition of this one, Lou

[@garylewis3641]

You're quite a salesman Lou! Nice car and video!

[@willyboy6126]

LOL...he is! :D

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gary, Thank you, and I think this one sells itself :-) Lou

[@brucegilbert7243]

My Dad had a 1959 Bel Air with a V-8 4 barrel. When riding in that car I would look at the front-fender jets and feel like I was flying. I helped to rub off the wax many times and the design of that body is unique.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bruce, 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

[@BrianChappie]

With the headers off, it sounds like a dragster. What a great car! Thanks, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Brian, Happy to read you enjoy this "great car!" :-) I think this one is great too. My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@lt.frankdrebin3317]

This car does not suffer from pedal deficiency. It has all three!

[@loucostabile]

Just the way we like it :-)

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

Another amazing car and custodian, Lou. Dennis knew what he was looking for in this Chevy, and boy did he find it! I'm sure your friend will enjoy driving & caring for it, too. Thanks, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi TheGunfighter45acp, Happy to share this "amazing car" with you :-) You're right, my Friend loves this one too. You're welcome, Lou

[@champlain2222]

I love these Chevrolet. And what a rare option engine! Congratulation to the new owner...

[@loucostabile]

Hi Comet Fan, Happy to read this is one you love :-) Lou

[@bruceh92]

This special Chevy won't last long. I love it - checks all the boxes and is a high end collectible and is worth big bucks. Just fantastic guys - thanks for sharing.

[@LynxStarAuto]

It didn't watch the end of the video 😁

[@bruceh92]

@@LynxStarAuto yeah it's sold.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bruce H., You're right, this one is sold already. My pleasure sharing this one with you, Lou

[@talesofanasphaltjockey]

Man you're killing me with this one ... and it's for sale !!!! I've got a 60 Biscayne that is the love of my life but this baby would look great keeping her company in the garage ... wow !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Highly Skeptical, Happy to read you enjoy this one :-) I like this one too. Glad to read you have a nice car too, Lou

[@johnchrobak5804]

Lou, That 59 BelAir Was Built At My Janesville Plant, Which Is Closed Now..I Remember Those Cars Coming Down The Assembly Line. You Could Order The Biscayne, BelAir, Impala, That Year. Which Could Have Been Installed In 2-Dr Sedans, 4-Dr Sedans, Wagons, And 2Dr Hardtops,4Dr Hardtops, Or Convertables. Those With 283 2-BBl, 283-4BBL, 348-4BBL, or 348 TriPower, Motors Or Fuel Injection was Also A Factory Option That Year. The 4-Speed Was Available In All Those Models, With Those RPO Engine Options. As Well As Optional Posi Rear Axle Ratios. GM Offered The 4-Speed In All Their B-Body Production Models Across The GM Spectrum, No Matter If You Were An Buick, Olds, Pontiac Gear Head It Could Have Been Ordered Back In Those Days. Do I Miss Those Days Brother. Thanks For The Memories. John.

[@loucostabile]

Hi John, Happy to read your wonderful memories :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@bigredc222]

When you said he was a dealer I thought you were going to say he ordered that car himself, but that car is a lot older than 40 years. I wonder if any car other than those 59 Chevy's ever had a POSITRACTION emblem, it has to be very unique. Thank you.

[@loucostabile]

Hi C Smith, I agree, I thought the "POSITRACTION emblem" was unique too (and cool) :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@acts2211]

Great car owner and video. Thanks Lou

[@loucostabile]

Hi acts2210, Happy to read you enjoy this Care Taker & his car :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@tct9mm151]

Got to love those factory built NASCAR cars from "yesteryear". You can sure hear the solid cam in the idle and with the cut out open. Such a minty example ! GREAT VIDEO LOU.

[@loucostabile]

Hi TCT9MM, Happy to read you "Got to love those factory NASCAR cars" :-) Appreciate the kind words on this video, Lou

[@andrewhazenberg3398]

What a beautiful restoration on that masterpiece. I love your show Lou . In fact , I am addicted to it .🥰

[@loucostabile]

Hi Andrew, High praise for this car! Ok if you're addicted, a couple of things to help each other 1) Watch the commercials though (or as much as you can, as then pays me so I can share with you, and hopefully get my Editor Son through college). 2) Subscribe 3) "click on the bell icon" so you can see all the new posts 4) watch two episodes before bed for sweet dreams :-) Glad you're along for the ride, Lou

[@andrewhazenberg3398]

@@loucostabile Thanks. I just clicked on the bell icon. Looking forward to watching as many new posts that you can throw my way . 😃

[@phantomblott1]

What an awesome time piece. Loved the story, and ride along, thank you Lou. I posted on another site, and won't go into detail here. Just wondering, what the rear gear ratio is, seems like a long whine between shifts, for a 4 speed. In 64, I had a 61 348 with the 350 horse, Muncie 4 speed, 3.70 posi rear gear, in a 59 Impala sport coup. I ran Mickey Thompson specials, 8.50 by 14, on 6.5 in. chrome reverse rims then, and could not keep traction in 1st gear, even from a roll. I remember back then, the 348's were referred to as, "Boat Anchors". I'll tell you what Lou, that 348 of mine, was one screaming engine at 6,000 rpm's. Uncle Sam knocked on my door, and that was the end of my great 59, and the 348. Thanks again Lou for a great video, you'r the man.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ed, Happy to read you think this car is "awesome" :-) I think so too. Sounds like you had a great car too. My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@davidlackovich946]

This is one of those 'plain Jane' Chevys i've mentioned before..absolutely 'awesome' I'd love to have it parked in my garage!

[@loucostabile]

Hi David, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) I like this one too, Lou

[@Gregor7677]

What a great video. I remember seeing my first 59 Chevy on Hyatt street in Tipp City OH. It was a revelation in car design. Love it.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gregor7677, Happy to read you enjoy this episode :-) Glad to read this car brings back memories. Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@russelladams6432]

Beautiful 'Cat Eyes' Chevy. The person that ordered this one thinks similar to me. Big engine, four speed, posi, cut outs... The radio would have been an afterthought, but the heat would have been a must here in the midwest. I also agree with the previous owner about being afraid to take it out. It's so perfect that I think I would have terrible anxiety every time. Thanks for sharing this CLEAN ride. Take care. EDIT: You are so lucky to have been able to drive and experience this car.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Russell, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) My pleasure sharing this "CLEAN" ride, and you're right, I was lucky to drive this one, Lou

[@judgegixxer]

You bugger you had me going at the end.....I thought you were drivin' it home to give to your son. lol Love that car. Another great video.

[@loucostabile]

Hi judgegixxer, I would have LOVED to give this one to Joey, however that did not happen on this episode. Stay tuned, maybe in a future episode soon :-) Lou

[@JONMEREDITH]

WOW! Yet another Great car on a fabulous video! Phenomenal attention to detail! I just can't thank you enough!

[@loucostabile]

Hi JON, Happy to receive a "WOW!" from you :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@vernrosquites5998]

WOW! One of my favorite model (from '59 -'61, then '65 through '70s). It would've been nice for a red convertible, but other than that, this model is also a BOMB!, SUPER! love it when you guys fired up. It gives me CHILL! WHOA!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Vern, Happy to receive a "WOW!" from you :-) BTW, here is that convertible you're looking for, Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4fbnGuuoJKKkNU

[@johncaballero8013]

Outstanding '59 Bel Air! Wish it was mine! Thank you so much Lou for sharing this beautifully restored vintage muscle machine.

[@loucostabile]

Hi John, High praise :-) I wish this one was mine too :-) My pleasure sharing this one, and you're welcome, Lou

[@kimmorrison9169]

What a beauty! I hesitate to wonder what this gentleman paid for a true nut and bolt restoration with NOS parts. The only clue to this top of the line Super Turbo Thrust 348 are the dual exhaust and the crossed flags in the front of the hood. The horsepower wars were just beginning in ‘59-‘60 and this baby is a great example.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Kim, Happy to read you appreciate this "beauty!" :-) 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

[@lukasz2766]

love that Chevy Bel Air keep doing what you doing nice Viper

[@loucostabile]

Hi Lukasz, Happy to read this is one you love :-) Me too. BTW, here is a video of that Viper for you. Enjoy, Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZS5f4arat2pbLs

[@robmcgowan4034]

Lou, thanks for doing this one on a '59 2-door Bel-Air mid-series, and not the typical restored 2-door fancier Impala so typically seen!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rob, My pleasure sharing this one with you :-) Lou

[@graemeburr6463]

I'm blue oval but this car is something else. Always liked the "cat eyes" tail fins, outrageous and far more appealing than the same year Caddy rear.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Graeme Burr, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) 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

[@hubertmantz1516]

Beautiful car👍🏽 I’ve loved em since I was a kid!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Hubert, Happy to read you love this one since you were a kid :-) Lou

[@stickpd7885]

My dad had a blue 2 Dr 59 Biscayne when I was a kid. I cried when he traded it in for a used 4dr 67 Impala

[@loucostabile]

Hi Stick Pd, 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

[@davestelling]

Nice to see you behind the wheel getting to drive this great car!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dave, Thank you, yes, a real treat to drive this one :-) Lou

[@jonnietruth4083]

That is such a special car. Another great presentation.

[@loucostabile]

Hi JONNIE, I like this one too :-) Thank you for the kind words on this presentation, Lou

[@timothyballinger6280]

Beautiful 59! Them 3 carbs are so hard to tune in my experience. When they are set up, they are awesome. What a great piece of history. Thanks for sharing

[@loucostabile]

Hi Timothy, Happy to read "What a great piece of history" :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you, Lou

[@1955mouse]

ah yes, that's more to my liking, beautiful classic, power, posi-traction? and a 4 speed too! a REAL sleeper! thanx lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi mouse, Happy to read this ones is to your liking :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@rixkafer56]

beautiful car !! thanks for sharing

[@loucostabile]

My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome.

[@kevinsnyder4425]

Wow ! What a beautiful Belair ! That new owner is gonna love it... I thought you might keep it, Lou - and hold it for ransom ! I wouldn't want to quit driving it either ! That big block, tri power & 4 speed was music to everyone's ears ! Thanks to Dennis & you too, Lou ! Glad there is no thumbs down on this one ! They would have to go see a head doctor !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Kevin, Happy to receive a "Wow !" from you. I would like to have kept this one, and had a hard time passing over the keys :-) Lou

[@chiconian49]

These were also incredible looking El Caminos.

[@loucostabile]

Agreed.

[@MAGronemeyer]

This is your best video yet! I absolutely love the 1959 Chevrolet! It happens to be my all time favorite Chevy ever built! The one in this video is a gorgeous example of power and performance. This particular Bel-Air has the look of the budget model Biscayne, but it's definitely a sleeper, equipped with the Tri-Power 348 big block, with a 4 speed, and posi-traction rear end, and I'll bet that Bel-Air will flat out run! I'm drooling with envy after watching this video!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael, High praise for this video & car :-) Lou

[@paulsheehan789]

i like the straight moulding.

[@loucostabile]

I like it too :-)

[@EdgeOfPanic]

Geat car such a graceful model,specially that rear end looks so good I would love to own one for many years now. You are a lucky man that you get to drive this one!

[@loucostabile]

Hi EdgeOfPanic, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) Hope you're behind the wheel of the right one for you soon, Lou

[@MrModelworx]

Man if I had the money I would import that baby over to the UK, what a beautiful car and she sounds amazing, thanks for the video Lou

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gaz the K's Modelworx, Happy to read you enjoy the looks and sounds of this car :-) Me too. My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@billace90]

Wow. It literally growls! As you correctly said: Such a nice Saturday treat! Thank you, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Billace 90, Happy to receive a "Wow" from you on the sounds of this car :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@elliottkardashian4281]

Lou you really get the nicest cars man

[@loucostabile]

Thank you Elliott :-)

[@jonnietruth4083]

This is such a great car… It is a super sleeper.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jonnie, Happy to read you enjoy this "great car" :-) I think so too, Lou

[@ralphoneal1967]

Sweet ride & another great video Lou! Thanks brother!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ralph, Happy to read you enjoy this "Sweet ride" :-) You're welcome Brother, Lou

[@ralphoneal1967]

@@loucostabile I watch & share your videos. Thanks for what you do to make us all never forget the beautiful cars of the past. Keep up the good work brother! ✌

[@danmorrissette4814]

You had me glued to this Terrific 59' video !!!!!! Love the Opening Sequence with polyglass tires sounds lol` and it sold that easy~! ;-)

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dan, Glad to read you enjoy this video :-) Lou

[@M21L35]

Right @ the start, Lou. You omitted pointing out that that "jewelry", as you call it, on the hood immediately indicates that crossed flags mean there's a 348 under the bonnet. BTW, that specific idler pulley was also correct from the factory on the later ('61-'65) 409.

[@loucostabile]

Hi M20L35, Good news! You shared your knowledge on the items I missed. That is what the comments are for. Helping out if I missed something, Well done! Lou

[@jamesroper5470]

That's one sweet Chevy. I also love the Early 70's Chevy Blazers/ Jimmys

[@loucostabile]

Hi James, Happy to read you enjoy this "sweet Chevy" :-) Lou

[@kennethtibbitts414]

lou you get the best cars!

[@loucostabile]

Thank you Kenneth :-)

[@czvet9787]

In the '50's and 60's dollar for dollar General Motors arguably made the best vehicles on the Planet. The bodies out lasted the competition even in the rust belt and the powertrains outperformed all competition.

[@loucostabile]

Hi CZvet, Thank you for viewing and sharing your thoughts. 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

[@czvet9787]

@@loucostabile My Pleasure. BTW Back in 1962 I owned a '59 Impala Convertible Red 283 Powerglide. The prior owner bored the 283 to 301 and installed a cam, dual exhaust and 4 barrel carb. The car was really fast from 30mph up. I went on to own a '63 Bel Air 2dr 300hp 327 three speed. I could beat '64 GTO's with that car. The my all time favorite. a brand new '69 SS396 350hp four speed 2dr hard top. Thank you for your reply.

[@Troy_nov1965]

We had 2 59 Chevys growing up, a blue one and red one. One had a 348 ( single four ) and one had a straight 6. Was good cars to take to the Drive In movies :)

[@opera93]

Thanks. Interestingly, my Neighbor Friend had a 59 to use a lot; we got to many @ Drive In”Movies ,and lot of work, hangouts in 1962-3(?); before he switched to tri-Fives , mild custom.. The 59 was a v8?, auto, 2 DR , ALL BLUE, nice enough: this sleeper is spectacular.....

[@loucostabile]

Hi troynov1965, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your cars :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@dontjivewitha5559]

What special car dam thanks for documenting it, i really enjoy your videos and the detail you show us , and i love when you get these guys to rev them this was extra cool hearing both normal and then open headers on such a rare car and the trunk of treats always are so interesting, just incredible manufacturers made these cars back then with these special race engines so cool ! Lou I have to ask you've been out in a quite a few tri power / fuel injection / dual quads cars I see , what's been the fastest car you have experience on my car story ? Like from the passenger what felt the fastest to you , by the way great to see you driving it at the end of the video that was great priced !!

[@loucostabile]

Hi don't jive with a 55, Happy to read you enjoy this "special car". You're welcome. Happy to drive them when offered. Fastest car would be this one, enjoy, Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnm8nHuYi5yksJY

[@gene978]

Another Favorite! Love these. Back in the day I only seen these looking rough as they were 13 years old back in 1972 and I was 10 years old in 1972. OMG I watched to the End and seen you delivering it. Wow.

[@loucostabile]

Hi gene978, Happy to read this one is a favorite :-) Glad to read a "Wow" too, Lou

[@daveedson8607]

The first car I drove was my parents 59 Chevy Parkwood wagon, red with white top. Unfortunately it was a 235 powerglide but what a pretty car. My best friend had the same car you have restored, probably not the nascar version, but 348 tripower 4 speed with posi.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dave, Happy to read this car brings back memories of the 1st car you drove :-) 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]

Very nice Chevy! My dad’s first new car was a 1959 Chevy two door, similar to this but green and with 6 cylinder base engine. He loved that car. My mother did not share his enthusiasm for it. Dennis’ example is beautiful and iconic. Thanks to both of you for sharing this.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeff, Happy to read this one brings back memories of Dad's 1st car he loved :-) Regarding Mom, only 8 percent of my audience is woman, so she's probably in the majority of most women regarding car interest :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@JeffKing310]

@@loucostabile lol - yes, you are right on the mark!

[@goneshootin61]

Wow that's a rare one with the nascar 348 tri power engine ! Nice one Lou !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steve S, Happy to receive a "Wow" on this one :-) Glad you enjoy this car, Lou

[@tippey2011]

Lou that unit looked like it was made today! Such a neat old sleeper car. Loved the color the lines of the car the tri-power engine and the interior looks right in color for this unit. He has the neatest rare cars in his stable. Too bad he is getting rid of it as that for sure is a keeper. I know the new owner is just going to love this unit and I hope he keeps it up like this gentleman does. Just a neat stock unit this is. Loved the engine sound both ways and the ride along. This is one unique unit for sure!!! I bet he hates to get rid of this unit as he was having a blast in there driving it with those huge smiles! I was a year old when this car was made the 1959 and 1960 model years were awesome. Thanks for sharing Lou!!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steve, You're right, the condition of this car is like going right to the showroom in 1959 :-) Happy to share the ride, and the sounds that come with this car. My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@JG-fe1gx]

My roommate when I was in the army had a 59 like that, but it was blue, with a 327 and power glide. I had a 67 gto. Oh the days of good cheap high octane gas....

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jonas, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your roommates 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

[@plymouthduster2252]

Always loved the looks of the 59 Chevrolet my grandpa had a BelAir 4 door hardtop back in the 1960s. Great video as always Lou

[@loucostabile]

Hi PlymouthDuster 225, Happy to read you love the looks of the 59 Chevrolet :-) Glad to read this one brings back memories of Grandpas car, Lou

[@dinoek978]

Uncel K car in 1963 avocado green...was always happy to get a ride with him in such an airplane looking car.

[@loucostabile]

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

[@keithlawlor9993]

Always loved that 1959 Chevrolet s, Had a 59 Chevy pickup truck.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Keith, Happy to read you had a cool truck :-) Lou

[@loucostabile]

Please remember to watch the commercials at the beginning of the video (or at least the ones you can), as that's how I get paid so I can keep sharing with you :-)

[@brianandlindafairchild1237]

Beautiful! Unbelievable! #'s matching! Wow!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Brian and Linda Fairchild, High praise :-) 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

[@andrewromano3105]

WE HAD A '59 IMPALA. CREAM WITH ROOTBEER INT. 2DR. WAS GIVEN TO MY DAD FROM HIS LONG TIME BEST FRIEND . BUBBLE TOP DAGMARS , JUST A GREAT CAR MY MOM DROVE IT LIKE ANDRETTI

[@loucostabile]

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

[@jamesh2711]

Looks like it did when first driven out of the dealer showroom, awesome restoration. I only wish I had an extra 70k laying around to buy it, lol.

[@loucostabile]

Hi James, I agree, this one is like stepping right back into 1959 :-) Lou

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

Now that’s right up my alley there Lou! Love the 59’s and 60’s, definitely some of my fav’s! I just built a 60’ Impala and getting ready to build a 59’( models of course), but now I believe I know how I’m gonna build the 59’! SWEET! Thanks Lou! 🤘👍👍✌🏻

[@loucostabile]

Hi Doug, Happy to read this one is "right up my alley" :-) Lou

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

@@loucostabile - thanks Lou, I definitely appreciate you and you’re channel buddy!

[@gwwg56]

love this car, i can see some more accesories, 2speed wiper and instrument pad

[@loucostabile]

Hi gw wg, Happy to read you love 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

[@craigjorgensen4637]

This is a museum piece! Irreplaceable if damaged. I believe it has a couple of options not mentioned. Windshield washers and padded dash were options. Asking a LOT of money but where would you find another one? Those country roads scare me more than city roads. Never know when some old farmer will pull out of a side road?

[@loucostabile]

Hi Craig, High praise for this "museum piece!" :-) Lou

[@budakota]

Once Again !!.Another Awesome Lou Costabile Classic Car Presentation!!..they say that pictures are worth a thousand words ....well in my opinion Lou,...Your Very Thorough/Detailed Amazing Car Videos Go Way, Way Beyond That!!!..... :):):)

[@loucostabile]

Hi JACKBUD, High praise for this episode :-) Glad you're along for the ride with me, Lou

[@kfl611]

Nice car - especially since it is red!

[@loucostabile]

Hi kfl611, Happy to read you enjoy this red one :-) Lou

[@bobpierce115]

It's nice to see a 2-door Bel-Air that's been so lovingly restored like this. I think 'collectors' lop the Bel-Air in with the (mostly unloved) plain Jane Biscayne. The Bel-Air still has some.. some of the nice touches of the Impala. I love the fender ornaments. (I don't think they're on the Biscaynes.) They're a little reminiscent of the great ones on the '55 and '56 Chevy. I wish that ornament had been retained on the '57, but noooooo, it got the 'double guns' that went took away from the beautiful hood otherwise. That's the least of the '57s problems though, with so many (convertibles) ruined by the continental kit, fender skirts, extra mirrors. Uggghk.

[@loucostabile]

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

[@jmj18462]

Amazing car, always a treat to see this owner's cars, and great video Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeffrey, Happy to read you think this car is "Amazing" :-) I think so too. Appreciate your kind words on this video, Lou

[@timothyballinger6280]

Would have been a perfect moonshine runner back in the day Haha 👍👍

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@crankychris2]

In 1959, Chevy offered SEVEN (7) 348 W motors, ranging from the base 4 bbl 300 hp to the top tri power 11.25:1 compression 335 hp. Seven choices, now your lucky to get even two. BTW that is a RARE '59 Impala.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Chris, Thank you for sharing your knowledge, and happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car, Lou

[@dannyal467]

that sounds good great sick ride really live the color on it thanks for sharing lou🇺🇸👍🏻

[@loucostabile]

Hi Danny Al, Happy to read you enjoy the looks and sounds of this car :-) You're welcome, Lou