1965 Dodge Coronet A990 Lightweight Super Stock 426 Hemi in Red on My Car Story with Lou Costabile

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On “My Car Story” we're in Rosemont IL at the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals on 11-16-23.
We’re looking at a 1965 Dodge Coronet A990 Lightweight Super Stock in Red Paint. The car comes with a 426 CI V8 Hemi engine with a 727 Torque Flite automatic transmission.
The car's Owner is James Makris. James’ had this car since 2022. James shares this car of only 101 Factory built. He shares since he was a kid, him and his Brothers loved cars like this. This car came from a museum and has drag race history.
To see details on the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals show, go to www.MCACN.com
ENJOY!

[@loucostabile]

Hi, If you like this video, please click on SUPER THANKS ❤ with the $ in the middle which is the SUPER THANKS button under the video. Thank you! Lou

[@barrycuda3769]

"You're gonna get a ticket now sooner or later 'cause you cant keep your foot off the accelerator " . "Wow" is the word Lou , this is what I love . Condolences to the family, I remember what it's like to have lost your father so recently.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Barrycuda, Happy to share this "Wow' car with you :-) Thanks for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@stefanbartz9195]

Steht dieses Fahrzeug zum Verkauf bereit..Gruß Stefan..

[@thelorax7704]

Only driven to church on Sunday mornings by grandma! : ). Nice car. Thanks Lou.

[@loucostabile]

.....and then it starts :-) You're welcome The Lorax.

[@anthonyc1883]

Thanks, Lou! What a cool and historically important car. The owner, James, undoubtedly knows there is a great book called "We Were the Ramchargers: Inside Drag Racing's Legendary Team" by David G. Rockwell that details the tiny band of Chrysler employees who became one of the most successful and influential drag racing teams of all time. I just got it on loan from a friend and it is fascinating reading.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Anthony C, Thank you for sharing the info on the cool book you have. My pleasure sharing this car with you. You're welcome, Lou

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

Amazing! Factory build for speed, nothing was skipped, except "Park...", to make this one go faster than all the rest of the pack. What a great family and a great car! Thanks, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi TheGunfighter45acp, Happy to share this Factory Drag Car and the story with you :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@johncornell3665]

What a special car and special story. Very moving video. What a beast under the hood. Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi John, Happy to read "Very moving video" :-) My pleasure sharing with you. You're welcome, Lou

[@roberteshaw9520]

Hey Lou. This car is a reminder of the super stock Dodge race cars we liked to see in car magazines as kids back then. This beautiful beast has a ready to fight cool but hot look. It sounds like a flaming beast. Thanks for the coverage and our condolences to this family for their loss.

[@loucostabile]

Hey Robert, Happy to read this car brings back memories of the magazines you read as a kid :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou

[@racehemi4862]

This is the perfect example of Factory Race car. There it is on display for everyone to enjoy.

[@loucostabile]

Hi RaceHemi, 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

[@racehemi4862]

It is a pleasure to enjoy another Race Hemi from 1965. This one is the Automatic version while mine is a 4-speed version & to drive one of these Beasts never fails to put a smile on my face , just as it did for James. @@loucostabile

[@rpaz61]

Great looking Coronet Lightweight Race Hemi! We talked to the family on Friday night. We thought it was the same Coronet we detailed at MCACN 2022. Also, it was great to see you, Lou! Thank you for continuously providing great content!

[@loucostabile]

Hi rpaz61, Happy to share this car with you. I appreciate the kind words :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@lonnyjaw]

Yeah Lou! Now I'm drooling!! These mid 60's Mopar factory lightweight Hemi cars are in my TOP 5 of favorite cars! What a SPECIAL time it was back then with these factory engineered specimens! I want one so bad! Thanks Lou for the smile with my morning coffee again!

[@loucostabile]

Yeah lonnyjaw, Happy to read this one makes the "Top 5" :-) Hope you're behind the wheel of the right one for you soon. You're welcome, Lou

[@motorTranz]

"One of the most beautiful cars featured on this channel!" Five wows 😍😍😍😍😍 Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

High praise! You're welcome motorTranz!

[@michaelmain6378]

Just when you think it dont get no better this one comes along . And like the owner, I just love what this car represents . Thanks very much for putting it up Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael, Happy that this one came along :-) My pleasure sharing with you. Glad you're along for the ride. You're welcome, Lou

[@JaimeSalcedoA_72]

What a striking, and rare, 1965 Dodge Coronet A990 model of only 101 that were manufactured! That fiery red color looks great, and shines as much as its chrome parts. A simple interior but with nice touches, like the chrome-trimmed instruments, or that elegant double-ring steering wheel (obviously everything is designed to save weight). That engine compartment looked like a mirror, as much as its exterior. Since the exhaust pipe is inclined downwards, when he accelerated it seemed like he was going to break the floor! ha ha. Mr. Makris mentioned well that this is American history and innovation. I'm sure his late father's spirit is with them... Great video, and story, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jaime, Happy to share this rare drag cars with you. Glad to read all the details you notice, Lou

[@jenseninterceptors]

This is a monster of a car with tons of history, so cool!!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to share this "monster of a car" with you :-)

[@fubarmodelyard1392]

A real factory race car. Those were great times. Thanks Lou

[@loucostabile]

Happy to share the "real factory race car." with you. You're welcome FUBAR Model Yard

[@DaveStubbs-bq6kg]

Spectacular drag car! I wonder if they will ever take it out to the strip at a nostalgia event? Folks would love seeing this baby scream down the 1/4 mile! And bless the memory of their late father.

[@loucostabile]

...and the Stubbies shirt too :-)

[@louiskats5116]

Goodday Lou, What a great family affair, the real deal, what a time to be alive in America & that speech by James regarding America whilst driving summond it up. America at its finest. Lou the fact that 1965 was a one year only that these A990 Special's were factory fitting with Aluminium Heads to save weight. I only wished that Chrysler offered the Aluminium Hemi Head as a option like Chevrolet did with the L89 but it was never to be. Fantastic video Lou, absolutely watching MCACN through your eyes. Cheers Louis Kats your number 1 Fan in Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺 🇺🇸 👍

[@loucostabile]

Goodday Louis, "America at its finest." High praise :-) Thanks for viewing and sharing your knowledge. Good news! More great cars from MCACN to share with you. Stay tuned :-) Thanks for being my # 1 Fan in Australia. Cheers, Lou

[@jamesblair9614]

I’ve thought the 65 Hemi Coronet is the toughest factory race car since, let me think, it would be since about 1965. This car is stunning, no question about it.

[@loucostabile]

Hi James, It's a tough car. I agree. Lou

[@JackFlemingFan1]

Thanks for posting another excellent Mopar video, Lou! That '65 Hemi Dodge Coronet A990 Lightweight Super Stock is something to behold and it sure is something to hear too!

[@loucostabile]

You're welcome JackFlemingFan :-) My pleasure sharing this car with you.

[@JeffKing310]

Very clean Dodge, talk about rare. Very cool Coronet. Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeff, You're right. With only 101 made, this is RARE. My pleasure seeing this one up close, and a treat to share the car with you. You're welcome, Lou

[@bruceh92]

Wow this car is awesome! The "sleeper" look have always been my favorite type of hot rods and this killer Coronet is the real deal, as ordered an amazing find, and super rare. Thanks guys, this one is tops!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bruce H., Happy to read "Wow this car is awesome!" :-) My pleasure sharing this car with you. You're welcome, Lou

[@raphaelhernandez4088]

Nice video the whole family is there!😊 Cars are family ❤

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy this video :-)

[@heinrichbier4759]

The holy grail of hemi’s if you ask me. I learned about these cars many years ago from a series called “victory by design” if memory serves. These cars had lightweight body panels, interior panels and pull straps to operate the plastic windows. Im guessing the out the window rollers in when they changed over to glass.

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@jonc4719]

Wowies, what a swellific launcher, thank you kindly for recording and sharing these most amazing automobiles.

[@loucostabile]

Hi jon c, Happy to receive a "Wowies" from you :-) Lou

[@jonc4719]

This one is most deserving of wowies. As usual you located a fantabulous automobile and praise is deservedly outlayed for the auto and the presentation. @@loucostabile

[@wildcolonialman]

Fabulous.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "Fabulous" :-)

[@pierredecine1936]

I would Vintage Drag-Race that Car - often !

[@loucostabile]

Me too :-)

[@terrym5023]

IncREDible ride. Guessing that little guy gonna be the next caretaker for that classic ride 😏

[@loucostabile]

"IncREDible ride" NICE!

[@paulgoree5206]

I like your edicate interview skills and respect for people's vehicles; great taste in cars.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Paul, Happy to read you appreciate the way I interview Caretakers of these great cars :-) 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

[@Moparmaga-1]

You're a lucky man Lou, what a car !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rambo Christ, "what a car !" I agree. I do feel lucky to do this, and it's a pleasure to share with you, Lou

[@Moparmaga-1]

@@loucostabile I 100% appreciate what you're doing!

[@SolamenteVees]

A legit A990 🤯 Nothing sounds like a Race Hemi…

[@loucostabile]

Nice :-)

[@stevodakine1]

I’m trying imagine a car salesman back in 1965 listening the these men talk about the car like cigar aficionados or Sommeliers, describing this it. They would have been like, “Yep she’s a runner!” Completely bewildered by the dialogue of course, only interested in the sale. What a fun car it must have been to own back then, obviously now, it’s more of a conversation piece than the latter.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Trojans, 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

[@martinedwards4522]

wow!.. what a car 👍🏻

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@subhagatadatta3032]

Just imagine a dream garage with this car & a yenko Chevy NOVA alongside a ford falcon with a cobra jet .

[@loucostabile]

NICE!

[@dannylabonte3609]

Very good camera work Lou. I like the fact that you try to get the shot in focus. Only criticism is I understand you have to lead the interview but man let the owner talk. They know these cars very well. That is why they own them. Don’t forget when you shut the door to use only the handle not the painted surface. Thx

[@loucostabile]

Hi Danny, Thanks for sharing what you noticed. You're welcome, Lou

[@Vini-Pizza]

As always, Lou, another one of your great videos. I am hoping to see you at MCACN today to say hello. Btw, there is a beautiful B5 Blue Duster that has a massive blown engine in it. I spoke to the guy. He said his dad was the original owner and it came from the factory with a 225 slant six motor. This is a serious muscle machine. Maybe you could feature it on your channel! All the best!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Vince S, I'm not expected to be at MCACN as it's my Son (and Editors) 19th Birthday today. If he wants to go to the show, I'm there, however that might be unlikely. Looking forward to meeting you soon at another car show. I videoed 22 cars, and I did not get that one, but stay tuned. Glad you're along for the ride, Lou

[@unclerudy9797]

Beautiful Coronet ! Always loved these mid 60's Mopar Drag Cars ! Thanks for posting Lou !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rudy, Happy to read "Always loved these mid 60's Mopar Drag Cars !" :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@keeff8195]

what an amazing my car story!! You always find the gems Lou.Thank you and James.

[@loucostabile]

Hi keeff, Happy to share this "gem" with you :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@garymckee8857]

A total Yes vehicle 😊

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@claiborneeastjr4129]

What a dream car to own. At least us peasants can drool over it and say "one day........."

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "What a dream car to own" :-)

[@user-ys7ng6hq5j]

Цікаве авто і цікава історія родини! Дякую!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Сергій, Thank you for viewing, and you're welcome, Lou

[@frankmoore159]

thanks lou

[@loucostabile]

You're welcome Frank

[@ollienilson1644]

Nice car Lou. Love it.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "Love it." :-)

[@danielbennion80]

Interesting choices! I agree with you on some and disagree on some. But then, again, I don't have the experience of being around them like you have.

[@loucostabile]

Thanks for viewing and sharing.

[@kurtpoblenz2741]

That’s one badass mopar 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@loucostabile]

.....just the way we like it :-)

[@tmseh]

She is soooooooo pretty.

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@fer73792]

love it

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "love it" :-)

[@billhenderson2459]

I have a Bob Mosher car like this in White.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bill, Happy to read you have a fun car like this :-) Lou

[@danam0228]

The Buccaneers might not be winners this year, but this car always is 🤪

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@cobracharmer6178]

Beautiful! But you forgot the brake lights. 😢

[@loucostabile]

....not sure this one brakes, I just think it goes :-)

[@carllavell8673]

👍💯😎💯👍

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@rtraymond]

Little old lady from Pasadena...

[@loucostabile]

.....and then it starts up :-)

[@matrox]

A and B body mopars never had that solid door slam like GM and ford in the same category during this time period.

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for sharing.

[@scottbrady7499]

tje bright red is a bit much. really neat

[@loucostabile]

Hi Scott, Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@konradbenz7110]

💕 👍 🇨🇵

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@randyhammett4467]

Good thing they were in a building because Lou would have gotten the owner in trouble and had buy him a set of tires.

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@shwngbr]

Seats are not van seats. Seats are specific to Super Stock cars. Van seats do not tilt forward, super stock seats do.

[@loucostabile]

Hi American Insurgent, Thank you for sharing your knowledge, Lou

[@shwngbr]

@@loucostabile kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXiYdneVeN-DjJY. Good review of the A990.

[@romans828.]

Wonderful car! But for me if I can't drive it I don't buy it lol

[@loucostabile]

You can drive it....1/4 mile at a time :-)

[@matrox]

Why is their carpet in it adding additional weight?

[@loucostabile]

Hmmm, not sure.

[@romans828.]

1/4 mile times?

[@loucostabile]

Good ones!

[@TheRacerbrown]

Magnesum intake and aluminum cylinder heads.

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@kevinhornbuckle]

Did it used to have a manual transmission?

[@loucostabile]

No.

[@TheRacerbrown]

Steve Atwell's old car!!

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for viewing and sharing.

[@DariusM-hj3yq]

What type of engine does this car have

[@loucostabile]

426 Hemi V8

[@matrox]

5:45 looks like kids were testing their BB guns. Cool car though.

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for sharing what you notice.

[@Norton5996]

Very loud background nose

[@loucostabile]

....when at a live car show this will happen.

[@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461]

THANKS LOU,JAMES,MANI,ARTIE,JAMES…🥹 SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, BUT A VERY COOL 😎 CAR ,101 ,SPECIAL LIKE YOUR DAD 🤗💚💚💚

[@loucostabile]

Hi Budget Audiophile Life-long, Happy to read you enjoy this "VERY COOL CAR" :-) You're welcome, Lou