1964 Buick Riviera Custom & Engine start up @ World of Wheels on My Car Story with Lou Costabile

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On "My Car Story" we're at the Wisconsin State Fair Park in West Allis WI on 2-18-16 at the World Of Wheels car show.
We're looking at a 1964 Buick Riviera Custom with an engine start up.
The car's Owner is Ken Becker Jr. Today his Dad Ken is getting the car ready for the show for his son, and Dad shares the story of his son’s car. You can see he’s one proud Dad who loves spending time doing “shows and work on the car” with his son.
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[@efogg3]

Sooooooo farking beautiful ! Love the wheels. No crappy white walls . 12 out of 10!

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@juliocaban465]

One of the most beautiful cars I've ever seen !

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@karennagle8346]

This is my father, Ken Becker being interviewed about my brother's (Ken Becker Jr.) 1964 Buick Riviera. The only thing more special than the car is the relationship between the two of them. Witnessing the talent and knowledge they share about classic car restoration is secondary only to the bond they share, it's quite special. Deception (The name of Kenny's 1964 Riviera) took 7 years of my father and brother's every spare minute, in a home garage and became such a work of art, such a labor of love.....a must see for any classic car enthusiast.

[@loucostabile]

+Karen nagle Hi Karen, Thanks for viewing and adding to the story about your Dad and Brother. Hope to see you at a car show. Take care, Lou

[@martyheit4044]

Lou Costabile

[@GuntPulp]

*One of the most AMAZING restorations I've ever seen.*

[@georgemason4921]

May I have a few pictures of this beautiful creation. And cost to do the paint engine and inside.. because im working on getting me one and I love what been done here.

[@Batman-wv5ng]

Karen nagle Beautiful restoration , but it’s even better to hear good relationship between father and son .

[@storyteller1749]

Gorgeous car. But I really love the father/son story that makes this car so special. I didn't have that with my old man. He Couldn't even change oil. lol Rest his soul. He was a good man. But not a car guy. This car is awesome. The colors are perfect the custom touches are amazing.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy this episode :-)

[@AndrewGraham07]

Classic shape, possibly my favourite American car. Beautifully crafted modifications and obsessive attention to detail wherever one looks are a credit to seven years labours of love by the owners.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Andrew Graham, Well said, and I can see why this design would be a favorite, classy, sporty, and comfortable all in one car, Lou

[@mrnobody3161]

Really enjoyed the Video. Great story and a beautiful job well done. I saw a first generation Riviera roll past me in 1968 when I was 8 years old. Twenty years later I'd drive by one that was parked deep on a driveway in a large lot. In 2006 I finally got up close to one that was being loaded onto a trailer being taken away to its new owner. The 65 Riv GS became my favorite classic car because of its unique story, heritage, impeccable design, power, performance, luxury, innovations and visual presence. Don't know if I'll ever get one but in the meantime I've got a 2012 Cadillac CTS4 Awd Luxury Edition Sportwagon that I'm really happy with. One of under 200 made. I built a garage for it. Thanks for posting 👋from 🇨🇦

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mr Nobody, Happy to read this car brings back memories of the 1st generation car roll past you when you were 8 years old :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou

[@mrnobody3161]

@@loucostabile Lou you're a special guy responding to comments 6 years after the video was posted. I see that, never.

[@leonelgaldiano326]

Cara !!! Esse carro parece de outra dimensâo. Parabéns.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Leonel, Happy to read you appreciate the cost to build this car, Lou

[@JohnGruber-di3cw]

I had a 64 Wildcat with the 401 nailhead with dual cherry bombs with shorty pipes and modified air filter and it ran really strong.But talking about that 64 Riv. She looks very Cherry. Very beautiful Riv. Awesome looking interior and body and paint look also but what really makes it a classic is that 425 Nailhead with the dual quads. I don't know for sure but I think only Rivs and Wildcats had that engine option. That engine had serious Torque. Those nailhead engines also ran very smooth. That is a great looking Riv and something to be proud of. I ❤❤❤ that Riv.

[@loucostabile]

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

[@mrt2734]

Gorgeous Exterior and interior.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mr, T, Happy to read you appreciate the looks of this exterior & interior 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

[@stevensanders1270]

Wow, I love the color of the car ❤

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steven, Happy to read you enjoy the color of this car :-) Lou

[@stephenmaniloff8493]

Work of art.......Father and Sun....Priceless...

[@loucostabile]

Hi Stephen Maniloff, Thank you for viewing and sharing this wonderful comment, Lou

[@karaDee2363]

It's a beautiful car. I was surprised to see the air cleaner when he opened up the hood because I used to have one, but see that he modified it a little bit

[@loucostabile]

HI Karen, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Glad to read you had a cool car like this too, Lou

[@frankrivvi5553]

Awesome car, awesome Dad!!💪

[@loucostabile]

Win / Win

[@marcfredo8273]

Hard to improve the looks of a first generation Riviera, but you guys knocked it out of the park! Beautiful work!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Marc Fredo, Glad you enjoyed this one and think it's "knocked out of the park!" High praise :-) Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@touraneindanke]

I totally get the ‘deception’...it’s something else 👌 I would.....put just a little splash of color on the wheels somehow to make them part of the overall looks 🍀

[@loucostabile]

Hi touraneindanke, 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

[@robertwhite1780]

This is one beautiful and inspiring automobiles. I have a 1963 and a 1964 Riviera that I'm currently restoring myself right now. But my goal is to obtain a 1965 Grand Sport Riviera. I have been following these cars for almost 30 years now. My brother had a 1965 Riviera Gran Sport when he was 16 and I fell in love with it and have been chasing it every sense. But my dad would not let him put it on the road because of the horsepower that it had. But I would have to say that this here is one of the most beautiful Riviera's I have seen in a long time. Thanks for showing and keep up the good work.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Robert White, Glad you were inspired - cool! Sounds like you have some great cars too. You're welcome, and thank you for the kind words, Lou

[@karennagle8346]

Hi Lou, Thanks for your reply and I hope to meet you someday soon as well. This weekend my Dad has his Riviera Grand Sport at Chicago's World of Wheels. This is another beauty of a car with a great story as well. It's a gorgeous shade of red with a beautiful original interior. If you are going to this show, keep a look out. You have a new fan in me as I have been watching your show since featuring the 64 Riviera. You really have a knack for picking great cars to feature, thanks again for filming my Dad and my brother Kenny's car. Here is an open invitation to visit and see all three of their Buick's, I'm sure you would be impressed by them all. If you would like I can email you pictures of them, you will be hard pressed to pick a favorite. Thanks again for featuring the 64 Riviera, it really is special.....Karen

[@loucostabile]

+Karen nagle Hi Karen, I'll be at the show tomorrow, I'm looking forward to seeing your Dad's car, I'll look out for his car. Thanks for your kind words, Lou

[@martyheit4044]

Lou Costabile

[@vladtheimpala5532]

Another beautiful Riv.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-)

[@joeschlotthauer840]

Great video, great car, glad to see that these cars are finally getting the recognition they deserve. Best,

[@loucostabile]

Hi Joe, Glad you enjoyed this one :-) Lou

[@Az1m10]

Wow! This is one of the most gorgeous cars I've ever seen 👌

[@loucostabile]

Hi Om Cam, Glad you found a Winner! Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@vorant77]

Beautiful! I regret selling my 1965 Riviera that was black, saddle tan interior, Buick "465 Super Wildcat engine"(425), it had every option with the exception of the GS badging, it was my first car back in the late 1970s! The 63-65 Riviera has to be on the top of the list of most beautiful cars GM ever built.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Vorant One, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) High praise for the design of the 63-65 Riviera, Lou

[@HBOIchip]

I've been contemplating similar mods, love the 63/64 but the clamshell lights & grill from 65- on look awesome.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Chip, you have great taste in cars. All are winners in design, and each get better looking with age. Lou

[@williyrayslater3299]

I had one it was fast and fun. I traded it for 66 step side pick up truck Chevy. See if there was a plan that won't better fit your health care needs

[@loucostabile]

Hi Williyray, 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

[@boogboog8097]

Man that is sweet

[@loucostabile]

Hi Boog Boog, 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

[@richknudsen5781]

Great work guys, makes me sad I had to scrap my 64 Rivy GS a few years ago.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Sorry to read the end result of yours :-(

[@rdccs5122]

Riviera is one of the coolest cars ever made.

[@loucostabile]

Hi RDC CS, Glad you enjoyed this one :-) Lou

[@martyt19able]

STUNNING! ABSOLUTELY STUNNING work on this ride!

[@loucostabile]

High praise Marty Taylor :-) Hope you see many more cars on the Chanel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@bobbrogley1033]

Beautiful! I remember riding around town back in the '60's in a 1963 Riv. Wasn't mine; wish it was!

[@loucostabile]

That's a good memory. Maybe one day you'll get one? Lou

[@ahope4u2]

Beautiful car.......impressed me very much!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-)

[@jean-marc5800]

Magnifique,magnifique,j'adore !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi JEAN-MARC, Glad you like this one :-) Hope you find many cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@ApostleDavids8w]

Love the car nice craftsmanship

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dave vonAnderseck , Happy to read you appreciate the build 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

[@JeffKing310]

The Gen 1 Rivieras are just beautiful - mid 60s were likely peak GM if you ask me. Riviera, Corvette, Toronado, Eldo…

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeff, I agree, a great design for sure. Classy & sporty all in one car. Glad to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Lou

[@charleswildman137]

Absolutely Magnificent!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Charles Wildman, "Absolutely Magnificent!" :-) High praise. Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@Anth4044]

Freaking Beautiful

[@loucostabile]

NICE :-)

[@steffyhobmann5037]

Stunning!!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steffy Hobmann, Glad you enjoyed this one and think it's "Stunning!!!" :-) I do too. Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@jusfadez5920]

I love this car and body style!!

[@loucostabile]

HI Jus Fadezz, We have a Winner! Glad you love this one :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@grahamstrouse1165]

Looks like they replaced the taillights with frenched late-ish model Caddy lights turned 90 degrees. Am I right? They look really cool, regardless. 🙂

[@loucostabile]

Hi Graham, Hmmm, I'm not sure what they used, however I agree, looks really cool :-) Lou

[@georgehaas1914]

If car companies are not trying to hire Ken and his son they are missing out on a rare team of craftsmen and artists!

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@georgemason4921]

Beautiful

[@loucostabile]

Hi George Mason, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@enzom_zantes8802]

damn!! thatz one bad ass ride

[@loucostabile]

Hi Larry Cervantes, Glad you like this one :-) Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@raulrrodriguez7552]

Excellent

[@loucostabile]

Glad you enjoy this one Raul R Rodriguez :-) Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@fishman1955]

What a beauty.

[@loucostabile]

hi fishman1955, Glad you enjoyed the looks of this one :-) Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@joeferaco9896]

The trunk is amazing

[@loucostabile]

Hi Joe Feraco, Happy to read you appreciate the trunk 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

[@joegy9944]

What a work of art! Please make me one!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Joseph Wallace, Glad you enjoyed this one :-) Lou

[@gerardhaubert8210]

Great two tone paint job

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gerard Haubert, Glad you enjoyed this one :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@richmcintyre1178]

Lou, you're killing me with these magnificent Riveras. FYI I'll trade my 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe for a 65 Rivera. Let me know if you find any takers LOL. I can see why this build took 7 years it is truly amazing. Thanks for featuring it.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rich, Happy to read you're enjoying this build :-) Not sure I'm going to run into anyone eager make that swap :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@richmcintyre1178]

@@loucostabile Merry Christmas Lou. I hope you and your family have a great holiday. My offer stands though, just in case LOL.

[@BNM0826]

Great...scratch that...EXCELLENT job on that car....the headlights and the inside door handles are out of this world . I've seen a few of these Riviera's with the exhaust on the side...I wonder if that's factory...Anyhow, when if I were to restore one of these I would have it hidden...pointing down...but at that back.

[@loucostabile]

Hi N M, Happy to read you appreciate the build 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

[@malikjamshed1207]

Oh man I want to buy this car at any cost it's so beautiful good job fellows

[@loucostabile]

Hi Malik Jamshed , 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

[@Bubbles99718]

Stunning. Only minor nitpick: low profile tires, not a fan of em. But so sweet, only loses a quarter of a point fer moi. Epic.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Sean O, Glad you thought this one was "stunning" other then the tires :-) Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@andydanko7074]

This Riviera is just beautiful but I think that Samoan bronze GS one that you reviewed was just so over-the-top. I think that one is nicer. Both beautiful though

[@loucostabile]

Hi Andy, High praise for the design and build of this car :-) Lou

[@STRAIGHTP]

Gorgeous!

[@loucostabile]

Glad you found one the Channel you like :-) Lou

[@skiprope536]

The hood is bent right side from bad hinges years ago. I can tell. They were notorious all GM's for jamming and then torque would bend the hood.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Skip Rope, Thank you for viewing, sharing, and we'll have to take a look at that, Lou

[@seymourscagnetti1413]

Almost looks like the '65 with the clamhead headlights. It has the nailhair engine.

[@loucostabile]

Hi SEYMOUR SCAGNETTI, Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@Maxxis1941]

J.F Lanier's 2014 Ridler Award winner. 'Nuff said.

[@loucostabile]

Hi BionicForester19, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge, Lou

[@bigikediesel]

Ken what cam are y'all running? Got any documentation on how you mounted the phantom headlights? I'm building a 64 right now

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jason Eichenberg, I saw Ken at the World of Wheels in Milwaukee, and this car 1) Has been upgraded some more, and 2) will be at the World of Wheels in Chicago. Hope that helps, Lou

[@loucostabile]

Which is March 9th -11th 2018 at the Rosemont Convention Center. autorama.com/attend/chicago/

[@MostlyBuicks]

Thank you, thank you, thank you for KEEPING the 425 Buick engine and for NOT putting a damned LS Chevy in it!!!!!!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you appreciate the 425 :-)

[@gene978]

Lou, one of my newer Favorites is these early Rivera's. Just Class. If you place the early Grand Prix and Tbird of the same early years it had to be a tough decision. Everyone wanted a Tbird but I think the the GM models just were made better.

[@loucostabile]

+gene978 Hi gene978, The early Riviera's certainly get a lot of views from KZbinrs. Take care, Lou

[@joeschlotthauer840]

My first car was a 68 Riviera.

[@loucostabile]

You have great taste :-) Lou

[@mattkaustickomments]

Beautiful work. I personally don't like the wheel choice and the corresponding billet steering wheel. Kudos!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Matt Kustom Kostumes, Happy to read you appreciate this build & share thoughts on 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

[@mattkaustickomments]

Lou Costabile, thanks Lou, I’m a long time fan of and subscriber to your Channel. I’m a LEGO master builder that specializes in cars, but I build other things too. Past builds have included a ‘66 Mustang Funny Car, ‘31 Ford Vicky Gasser, and Land Speed World Record holders. I will be launching a new YT Channel called Matt’s Kustom Kreations, where I display then disassemble my designs. I would be honored if you would check it out once launched.

[@alexwillis7510]

I owned a 1965 Rivera I paid seven hundred bucks for it 1979 cars was my first.I painted it beer bottle brown.deep dish cragers with knots off. wide white walls on goodyear raidils tires.401 wildcat with dual glasspacks. that Rivera cruzed the I.E for many years

[@loucostabile]

Sounds like a wonderful car, thanks for sharing your story, Lou

[@ronaldknisley9792]

Alex Willis great call on the brown with Craters and knock offs

[@lucindathomas1016]

❤️

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@tigo8341]

Video starts at 1:24

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for viewing & sharing.

[@Redmenace96]

Great car, great people, great story, great amount of work, interesting engine choice, sounds like perfect tuning, love the paint, but..... that steering wheel is a poor choice.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Redmenace96, Happy to read you appreciate this car (other then the steering wheel) :-) 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

[@glifikskils3792]

Air filter cover?

[@loucostabile]

Please pay no attention to the man behind the camera :-)

[@UnkyNik]

Would you be offended if I copied this build with my '65 Riv?

[@loucostabile]

Hi UnkyNik, I wouldn't, however I just video the cars. 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

[@phil1720]

Gorgeous car, but those enormous wheels are totally out of proportion to its aesthetics. Nothing bigger than 16"" wheels are all that is required and the car is perfect, IMO.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Phil, 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

[@3John-Bishop]

I would prefer wood paneling on the console, dash and steering wheel.

[@loucostabile]

And the winning lotto ticket for the weekends game in the glove box.

[@kennethbecker6555]

It’s a Custom Riv

[@MostlyBuicks]

I am on dad's side. Hell no, you do not customize my Rivy!!!

[@loucostabile]

Thank for sharing your thought on this one.

[@vincentbrown8661]

what is meaning of nail heàd motor

[@loucostabile]

Hi Vincent Brown, The "nail Head" is a Buick motor and I'm not an Engineer, however it has something to do with the valves and the head configuration. I'm sure a Viewer can share technical details, Lou

[@alpnahkromtheabbotneville9715]

would daily drive this over a new Bentley any day of the week!!!!!

[@loucostabile]

Nice :-)

[@MostlyBuicks]

"Decepticon"

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@willsco76]

Cadillac Sedan DeVille tail lights

[@loucostabile]

Hi WIlliam, Thank you for viewing & sharing the details you see, Lou

[@uttaradit2]

wtf is going on in the back gorund .......

[@loucostabile]

car show.

[@Slimjim260]

Don’t like the lower look

[@loucostabile]

Hi Paul, Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@Rio-by1eh]

Overpipmed

[@loucostabile]

Hi Miron swyst , Clearly this one is not for you :-( Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you'll enjoy :-) Lou

[@corvettewashington5097]

OMG!!!!! I LOVE THAT 63 BUICK RIVIERA. I MUST HAVE ONE GEESHH

[@loucostabile]

Hi Corvette Washington, Glad you love this one :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou