1968 Oldsmobile Olds Ram Rod 350 Cutlass S W31 W-31 Survivor & Ride My Car Story with Lou Costabile

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On "My Car Story" we're in the West Suburbs of Chicago IL on 9-28-21.
We're looking at a 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass S Ram Rod 350 W-31 in Provincial White Paint. The car comes with the 350 CI V8 “Ram Rod” engine producing 325 HP, and has a 4 Speed manual transmission.
The car's Owner is Larry Speicher. Larry bought this car new. He shares his Brother heard Larry was looking for a new car and shared with him that he might want to wait until he saw this “Ram Rod 350” car coming out from Oldsmobile. When Larry saw the brochure of this high horse power car at an affordable price, he ordered one right away. There were just over 500 of these cars produced with the “W-31” option, so this is a rare treat.
If you LOVE the “Trunk and Treats” here is a link to the full video of all the brochures • 1968 Oldsmobile Dealer...
ENJOY!

[@briansd2772]

Just seeing Larry's smile while going through the gears made this feature for me. He got younger right before my eyes. Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Brian SD, Happy to read Larry's smile brings a smile to you is GREAT! You're welcome, Lou

[@boson2916]

You are absolutely right, Larry is a nice guy.

[@gordocarbo]

Love a true close ratio manual trans such as this one. Drops very little rpm between gears. Unlike todays fun cars.

[@unclerudy9797]

Beautiful Olds....Always great to see a survivor as well as the original owner still enjoying it... Thanks Lou !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rudy, Happy to read you enjoy this Olds :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@jcnme27]

What an incredible video and story. This guys brother was an engineer for Oldsmobile and gave him insider information. Than he goes and orders his dream car, selecting all his desired options. He than goes on to work for Oldsmobile himself. Fast forward to today and it's like being back in 1968! The car is unrestored yet just as gorgeous as it was when it left the lot. Finally the trunk and treats....wow!! Seems like he not only had the complete history of this specific car but all of the Oldsmobile line for 1968. Thank you Larry and thank you Lou. This video has "rocketed", to the top of my all time favorite videos for this channel. Simply amazing!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi jcnme27, High praise for this story :-) My pleasure sharing this story with you. You're welcome, Lou

[@AtlantaGymFan]

A high school got this beauty for her graduation and it was terrific!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Brock, Happy to read you had one like this in High School. NICE! Lou

[@kc0lif]

my favourite year of cutlass. i like the vent windows

[@loucostabile]

NICE !

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

Mr. Speicher's Olds looks fantastic! It's tastefully upgraded, and boy does it know how to boogie! Thanks, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi TheGunfighter45acp, Get down, boogie oggie oggie :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@RallyNova350]

Beautiful Olds. So nice to hear this story and see the car still in the hands of the original owner. That 4-speed makes it even more fun!!! Thanks for the video!

[@loucostabile]

Hi RallyNova350, My pleasure sharing this one with you :-) You're welcome, Louj

[@hobartw9770]

I wish all muscle cars had been cared for like this one.

[@loucostabile]

That would be nice :-)

[@LionsTigersBears]

Always love oldsmobiles. Love the 350 and 455 s for their torque and great unique sound. They have their own sound to their powerplants no others sound like them at all.😁😁👍👍

[@loucostabile]

Hi Eye of The Tiger, Happy to read you read you enjoy the looks & sounds of this car :-) Lou

[@MAGronemeyer]

Another great Oldsmobile muscle car! A Ram-Rod 350 is extremely rare, and not a common feature. The close ratio shifter makes this example even more spectacular. The engine sounds healthy, and the separated headlights make it look more aggressive.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) Lou

[@JeffKing310]

What a great Cutlass and loveable curator for this beauty? Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeff, Happy to read you enjoy this car and Curator too :-) My pleasure sharing with you. You're welcome, Lou

[@JeffKing310]

@@loucostabile Btw, I'll definitely check out the Trunk & Treats deep dive! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJ_TmmdoYtuUetk

[@bigredc222]

I'll never understand how these guys keep their cars nice for so long. God bless them for saving these pieces of history. Thank you.

[@loucostabile]

Hi C Smith, Thanks you for viewing & sharing. You're welcome, Lou

[@ckryses3962]

Out of all the 68 Olds video by Lou, I still love the one with sky blue interior, black steel rims and all the things he has in his 68 was gorgeous!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read the video you enjoy :-)

[@discerningmind]

Lou, thank you. And thanks to Larry too. My first car, a '64 Chrysler New Yorker, had the factory option of a rear reverberation speaker too, an interesting feature. For anyone unfamiliar, there was a simple push-pull switch on the lower dashboard. I recall (roughly) the owner's manual stated, that by pulling out on the switch/knob activated the reverberator (located in the trunk) and the sound was transformed into that of a concert hall. And that's exactly what it sounded like, sitting in a big old concert hall. This feature was basically for when the radio was being played loud otherwise there wasn't much sense in turning it on. But even my sixteen-year-old self would find it too intense after a short while, so I mostly used it to wow my friends.

[@loucostabile]

You're welcome discerningmind. Thank you for sharing the details of your 64 Chrysler.

[@discerningmind]

​@@loucostabile Lou, I'm assuming that you enjoy making the videos that you bring us. I can say that for myself and probably the other subscribers too, that we're glad you're willing to keep up the work and travel that you put in to bring us your channel. Whenever I comment to any channel, I almost always begin with a thank you because we don't see the bother and energy it takes to make a video. And this is always true for what you do Lou, and especially that you're never a jerk about it. As well, you seem to have a knack for finding car owner's that are really nice and enjoyable listening to. And incredibly somehow you always seem to answer my comments. There's energy and bother just in doing that. I don't always love the cars, but I always love the content, format, and your personable way of being. I'd love having you as a friend and neighbor! So, thanks Lou.

[@wesleyalan9179]

Absolutely amazing! Beautiful ride! ..and the original owner too?!?! My, what a treat! Thanks Lou! 🤟

[@loucostabile]

Hi Wesley, High praise :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@wesleyalan9179]

@@loucostabile 🤟💯

[@thebeardedguyjefflawless5887]

As always another awesome video Lou! 1968 Cutlass S Holiday Coupe W31 Ram Rod!!! Doesn't get much better buddy. He really does have a treasure.

[@loucostabile]

Hi The Bearded Guy Jeff Lawless, Happy to read "Doesn't get much better buddy" :-) Lou

[@larryborkstrom3580]

That was some real cool trunk in treats like how it's a original owner and he took great care of her and for it being a survivor car looks and sounds great

[@loucostabile]

Hi Larry, Happy to read you enjoy the trunk & treats and how Larry took care of his car :-) Lou

[@bruceh92]

Kudos to Larry for taking such good care of this special Cutlass. This car is a looker, really sporty looking as is from the factory. The '68 was certainly unique with one year only separated headlights and very cool taillights. Thanks fellas, appreciate this video you put together for Lou's awesome channel. 👍👍

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bruce H. Agreed, Larry's done a great job keeping this car nice :-) My pleasure sharing this car with you. You're welcome, Lou

[@brucegwynn8509]

I just love when you do the ones which is becoming more rare as time goes along with the original owners , I like to imagine how proud and happy he waz the day he picked his Oldsmobile up, thanks Lou

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bruce, Happy to read "I just love when you do the ones which is becoming more rare as time goes along with the original owners" :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you. You're welcome, Lou

[@dangilbert8391]

Beautiful Oldsmobile love it thank you Lou another Beauty.

[@loucostabile]

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

[@mikejames-drummerreginacan1386]

Original owner...fantastic.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy this Owner :-)

[@pappy017]

Love It!! Thx Lou!!

[@loucostabile]

You're welcome Pappy Mc!!

[@infinitesimotel]

This is such valuable heritage exploration and featuring.

[@loucostabile]

Hi crustum cremo, 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

[@crankychris2]

These W-31 equipped Olds were a true delight. The SAE gross hp/tq numbers were close to this engines SAE net ratings. With the 4 speed, 4.33 posi, and cheater slicks his time is totally believable. :))

[@loucostabile]

Hi Chris, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. 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

[@Cats_Are_Scary]

Hey Lou, it's always a treat to see any new videos from you. I had 3 muscle cars in my teens and early 20's and was in that scene and youre bringing back tons of good memories.

[@loucostabile]

Hey David, Happy that you enjoy the videos with me :-) Glad to read you had some great cars. Glad you're along for the ride, Lou

[@bdpopeye]

Gotta love the GM-A body from '68-'72! Curvy with a timeless design. Thanks for posting Lou! have a blessed day!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gerry, Happy to read you "Gotta love the GM-A body from '68-'72!" :-) You're welcome. Blessings received. God bless you, Lou

[@SLJ2137694]

Wow! What a surprise! I used to work at Oldsmobile with Larry.

[@loucostabile]

Nice :-)

[@davidmacesr5672]

Lou it's always great to see a survivor and when the original owner is still living that's a bonus. Love these people who buy new and keep that special car. Always a pleasure to see these stories.

[@loucostabile]

Hi David, Happy to read you enjoy this Survivor :-) Glad to read "Always a pleasure to see these stories.", Lou

[@JONMEREDITH]

WOW! What a great video of a fantastic car! I just loved to hear the tires "chirp" in that 1-2 shift! This is truly an amazing car to do this with just a 350-4! I think the exhaust tunes were just awesome too! Thanks, Lou! You made my day!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi JON, Happy to receive a "WOW!" :-) Glad to read you "made my day!!" :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@louiskats5116]

Goodday Lou, I am absolutely blown away. I have Larry's W31 in a 1:18 Diecast sitting at position number 1 in my diecast collection & it is my partners favorite diecast. All my friends ask me if you can have just 1 car in your diecast collection, before they can finish the question it is without doubt Larry's W31. Just bought my 6th Oldsmobile Diecast today. 1968 W30 in Cinnamon Bronze to complement my 1968 Hurst/Oldsmobile & Larry's W31. I have watched this video 3 times, this W31 is amazing. No one besides Oldsmobile people would know they existed & turning mid 13's in 1968 in a small block unheard of, only the L79 Chevrolet Small Block in a Corvette would be quicker than a W 31. Love the split headlights & the unique quarter vent window. I always said the Oldsmobile has a nicer looking rooflining than the other 3 divisions. 4:33 to 1 rear gear the W31 just laughs at it, from what I have read those W31 with there special harmonic balancer just loved to rev & make power. To me the W31 is the most underrated muscle car from the muscle car era, even more underrated than AMC. If & when I get to the States it would be an honour & a dream come true to see Larry's W31 & hopefully get a ride. If Larry is looking for the next caretaker I am him. Thank you so much Lou featuring my all time favorite Oldsmobile. I consider myself Australia's number 1 Oldsmobile Fan. Lou can you find & feature a Oldsmobile Tornado W34. 68 to 70. God Bless, Stay safe stay warm. Your number 1 Fan in Australia Louis Kats from Melbourne Australia ☺ 👍 ❤

[@loucostabile]

Hi Louis, High praise! Good news! Type into KZbin search "My Car story with Lou W-31" and see a few more I think you'll enjoy. Blessings received, and God bless you too. Thank you for being my # 1 Fan in Australia, Lou P.S. Here is not only a Toronado kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5zFiJ2DhbyXgas & the only "Fouranado" kzbin.info/www/bejne/n17TkqCwYtuAr9E

[@keithshevlin5427]

Nice Lou. Larry cranking it thru the gears for an old timer. Love it.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Keith, Happy to read you "Love it" :-) Lou

[@Thekarlskorner]

Outstanding Larry & Lou! The history and knowledge involved here is beyond belief when we consider this historic Oldsmobile. Well done you two.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Karl, High praise :-) Thank you for the kind words, Lou

[@jessmasters4117]

Had one in the 80s with a power glide. Rust bucket that turned me into a Cutlass fan for life. Beautiful car!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jess, 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

[@jonnietruth4083]

I had a 67 cutlass… One of my funnest cars… I still remember that race with the brand new 79 Pontiac Grand Prix GT and I beat them in first gear. At about 60 miles an hour. Down 47th St. near Kedzie Avenue in Chicago. At about 1 o’clock in the morning. The good news is… I didn’t spill my beer.

[@loucostabile]

Hi JONNIE, Happy to read the beer stayed in the bottle :-) Lou

[@Marshall-uy2dv]

Wow,it just doesn't get much better than that!I love stories of guys that were smart enough to hang on to a car they bought brand new 50+years ago!I bet he still has the bumper and the intake he replaced.Great Olds and a very smart man!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Marshall 1959, Happy to read you "love the stories" :-) Lou

[@michaelpacini1332]

My favorite Oldsmobile. The Cutlass . Larry's Cutlass is special

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael, Happy to read "My favorite Oldsmobile. The Cutlass" :-) Lou

[@RoadRunnergarage8570]

A pretty rare Olds Muscle Car as well . And the original owner to boot!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Thomas, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) Lou

[@gene978]

Absolutly love it! I grew to love this style as I became a teenager and as time has marched on I love this style more, and more and can really appreciate the Special Cutlass’s. I owned a 350 Rocket in my first car at age 15. Except mine was in a Delta 88 Royale Hardtop lol. Royal Blue with a lighter Blue Vinyl top PW, Tilt, A/C, Center Arm Rest all the goodies for 1972 that was considered loaded. THANK YOU LOU!

[@loucostabile]

Hi gene978, Happy to read "Absolutely love it! I" :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@koz8850]

Love to see an original owner still in love with his car. Ram Rod 350 is such a classic Olds. Great video.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steve, Happy to read you enjoy this video :-) Lou

[@oleandreasjensen5263]

Absolutely perfect. Thank you for sharing Lou! - These carstories are so cool : ) Best greetings from Norway : )

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ole Andreas Jensen from Norway, High praise :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@richmcintyre1178]

Tip of the hat for that 4:33 rear axel. Folks could use his tail lights for reading lamps LOL. What a great find Lou. Thanks for all the great videos and I hope you have a great 2022.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rich, Happy to read you enjoy this "find" :-) My pleasure sharing with you. You're welcome, appreciate the encouraging words, and wishing you a great 2022 too, Lou

[@riverbluevert7814]

A beautiful and powerful Cutlass, love the pinched windows and fastback roofline. And just consider - this wonderful combination of power and looks was a step down to save money! What a great era.

[@loucostabile]

Hi River Blue Vert, Happy to read the details you enjoy on 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

[@mitchlu]

Something about the '68 that all came together for the first time-high compression engines/sinister look with those slit taillights and plain-Jane nose and compact, coke bottle bodywork; looks very unassuming. Love the way it didn't even crank; it just started, like VOOM! Thanks Lou for your great photography on the paperwork so we can pause and see all the details if we choose.

[@loucostabile]

Hi mitchlu, Happy to read the details you enjoy on this car :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@RoadRunnergarage8570]

Very 😎 vintage Olds memorabilia too!

[@loucostabile]

Nice to have the items from the time period :-)

[@terrencesimpson9113]

That Olds 350 is an underrated engine. The “under the bumper” ram air really does work, especially above 60 mph.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Terrance, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. 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

[@bryantcurtis2665]

It BURBLES at idle😎. I like the mention of the Pontiac Firebird Sprint as a second choice. I just saw that car on Jay Leno. 6 cylinder. Interesting.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mr. Fruity Pebbles, I saw that on Jay Leno's Garage too and thought it was interesting. Lou

[@specs1616]

Another satisfied Olds customer..."rocket v8 engine!

[@loucostabile]

Hi specs, You're right :-) Lou

[@dannycasler4959]

I am a total die hard Pontiac fan but after buying a few Cutlass's I have developed a love for Oldsmobile too! And I really love this one! I'm old enough to remember when these came out! I was only 13 but I was a big time gear head and got several of the car magazines and they gave these great reviews! This one is the ultimate sleeper with the Cutlass name tag and the ram air inlets under the front bumper! Plus it has a 12 bolt ''Anti Spin Differential'' and of course the four speed transmission! Plus I just absolutely love Red interiors in a car! And although I have owned several 67/68 Firebirds and liked them all his brother was correct when he told him to get this Cutlass instead of a Firebird!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Danny, Happy to read you "really love this one" :-) Lou

[@rogerchevelle8543]

Great Video Lou. Absolutely Love the original owner cars.👍

[@loucostabile]

Hi Roger, High praise :-) Lou

[@RoadRunnergarage8570]

Incredible ET for a 350 Olds!!

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@billmagorian490]

Lou Great video on a unusual Oldsmobile. Covered the questions and displayed the car well.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bill, Happy to read you enjoy this Oldsmobile :-) Glad to read we cover the questions. Good news! If you type into KZbin search "My Car Story with Lou W-31" you should see a few more you'll enjoy, Lou

[@SuperJoes70]

Thanks Lou for taking me along in the back seat another perfect winter day in of course My car Story

[@loucostabile]

Hi SuperJoes70, My pleasure sharing the ride with you :-) Glad you're along for the ride, Lou

[@randyluca6339]

That 68 Cutlass of Larry’s is a sweet machine, and i like that he is the original owner. He knows that car inside and out which made for a great interview. Gotta love the old Youngmobiles. Nice video Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Randy, Happy to read you enjoy this "sweet machine" :-) Glad to read you enjoy this video, Lou

[@dirkkrueger5773]

Love it Lou!!! Keep showing those survivor cars... an original owner care taker...

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dirk, Happy to read you "Love it Lou!!!" :-) Lou

[@tpock63]

Great Olds! I can see why he kept it since new.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy this "Great Olds!" :-)

[@bluesman7475]

I wasn't aware the Cutlass was such a hipo car if ordered correctly. That W-31 sounds better than the Chevy Z28 that year. Close ratio and 4.33's. I believe the low 13's. How nice the original owner still has it. Trunk and treats were first rate. Thaks for thw great video.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Greg, Happy to read you became aware of this car. Glad you enjoy the trunk & treats. You're welcome. Good news! If you type into KZbin search "My Car Story with Lou W-31" you can see a few more I think you'll enjoy, Lou

[@richarddevoe5871]

Great driving Larry and a wonderful survivor car in my favorite color ! Sweet !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Richard, Happy to read you enjoy the driving of this one :-) Lou

[@1955mouse]

love the old school cars! thanx lou

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mouse, Happy to read you "love the old school cars!" :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@danwolfe7665]

Lou you have one of the best jobs ever!

[@loucostabile]

Hi DAN, I'm having fun for sure :-) Lou

[@gene978]

That’s OUR Lou!

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@bws1971]

Larry is a legit cool guy. Thank you for your stewardship of this classic, Larry

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy Larry :-)

[@AMCmachine]

Incredible car, video and story. "Stoplight car" indeed!! Reminds me of an experience I had and a cool story I still enjoy sharing. I could have bought an original owner '70 Rallye 350 when I was in college in the middle 1990s, or at least made an offer on it. Could hardly believe my eyes when, one day, I saw an older lady waiting to pick up her grandkids in it!! Solid but a little faded, all stripes and decals still visible. But I wasn't in the market at the time (already owned a muscle car and was also helping my brother with building one) and spending that amount--which wasn't actually too exorbitant--wasn't entirely practical for me at the time. Took the lady's number (she informed me that she and her husband wanted to sell, and yes she got inquiries all the time, everywhere) and asked around but none of my friends had the dough, or the space, or both, at the time either. Wonder whatever became of that yellow Olds. Hope it found a good home someplace. Speaking of bright yellow GM muscle, another day my friend Greg and I were walking out of one of the campus buildings and in the front visitor parking area of our small college was an immaculate yellow 1979 Z/28 that looked like it had been painted the day before. One of my favorite color combos on the late second-gen Z/28s. "Perfect" hardly does this car justice. We spent a few moments gawking over the car, the interior was flawless, stripes, wheels, etc. etc. then went on our way. It could not have been better if it had been sitting on the showroom floor in the spring of '79 and a glad-handing salesman with mutton chop sideburns, a cigar and a suit with wide lapels was trying to sell it to you!! We never did encounter or see the owner and we never spotted the Camaro around again. Came and went like a vision. Thanks Lou, this one was outstanding. : D : )

[@loucostabile]

Hi AMCmachine, Granny in the Olds 350 & 1979 Z/28, ahhh, good times :-) Lou P.S. like this one? kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3iYY5angpqpfas

[@johnhenrymcmahon6878]

Lou!! This was a joy, big brother! Seeing 2 big brothers grinning and enjoying this epic Olds was such a treat. I love Oldsmobiles from the late 60's, and this Cutlass is a beauty. I love the rough exhaust note and how that one booklet stated "that could be objectionable to some buyers". lol-Who?! That open greenhouse with the windows down caught my eye right away, of course lol ;). After baseball practice my tubesocked and ribbon stirruped stocking feet would be 100 % kicking outta that opening for sure, as I was busy with myriad girls ;)...."Cutlass kicks for the chicks"! lol! Thanks for these incredible stories, Lou! :) Ponyboy JV Johnny

[@loucostabile]

Hi JV Johnny, Happy to read this one is a "Joy" :-) Glad to read you "love Oldsmobiles from the late 60's". You're welcome, Lou

[@drippinglass]

Beautiful car! And very rare! I like the mods Larry did. Oldsmobile would be proud! 😀👍

[@loucostabile]

Hi drippinglass, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car, and like the looks too :-) Lou

[@telebob5983]

Good gawd!! I know about the '68 W-31 Ram Rod 350--I'm not even 5 minutes into this vid and can tell you this car has a 6600 RPM top end from the factory. I know this because of a Cars magazine feature from the 70's that dealt with this very model, if not the very car. Undoubtedly one of the hottest pre-smogger (yeah, it is 1968) GM V8 small blocks ever...and understandably from Lansing.

[@loucostabile]

Hi telebob59, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. 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

[@MisterMikeTexas]

This is a nice special car from the Rocket Division! 😊 For a non-street car, it seemed amazingly compliant. It didn't talk back or throw a fit when the owner fired it up. He must have had it undercoated or kept it garaged to keep the Illinois rust away.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael, Happy to read you enjoy this "special car" :-) Not sure how he kept the car in this condition in IL, Lou

[@opera93]

Yes:: though my 66 GALAXIE FORD xl/500/ 4 speed/352 stayed pretty good until 1973* ,BUT worn out), my first NEW CAr , 1970 CORONET 500/383/ loaded rusted out BADLY *& was totalled BY 1985 in N. INDIANA rust Belt,. Interestingly, my second new car Order(* 77 HURST ,HATCHES/ Trans Am SE, “***ZIEBARTED” )** lasted barely that long (* brine **seeps/migrates into **frame & Body via JOINTS,&T Tops, and big Tires eat lower Body panels away -- I did not Know about “ Spats or Wheel Well Protectors until to late!! Anyways Lesson learned.

[@johnmcmullen456]

@@opera93 I lived many years in the snow/salt belt. The only real answer is winter storage of your collector car, or taking it out in winter only when roads are dry & salt free. I drove a second car - "beater" - on bad days. Heated garages were the worst for a daily driver in winter because the constant snow melting kept the corrosive salt active. Rustproofing sometimes blocked body drain holes trapping salt water, so sometimes did more harm than good.

[@motorTranz]

That thing goes like a rocket! Beautiful car😍 Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Nice motorTranz :-) You're welcome.

[@benzlick]

"I ordered it...... All I needed to hear 😎👍

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@elliottkardashian4281]

Absolutely amazing absolutely beautiful

[@loucostabile]

Hi Elliott, High praise :-) Lou

[@richardholmes7199]

Great job as always Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Richard, Thank you for the kind words, Lou

[@hansgruber650]

Great car Larry, keep it rollin.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy this "Great car" :-)

[@michaelsimmons261]

I did'nt know Oldsmobile made time machines...Larry looked 20 years old behind the wheel.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael, I believe cars make us younger....this is evidence :-) Lou

[@richtracey6829]

Love your show Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Thank you Rich :-) I appreciate the encouraging words. Lou

[@Funsho97]

Very very nice looking Cutlass. The upgrades that he did are tastefully done and look as if they would've come on the car from the factory, nothing wrong with that at all, I would've done the same with the rear bumper to show off those trumpets!!! This is such a nice survivor car with an orginal owner and that is fantastic!! The color combination is perfect, white with the red interior is just so sweet. I have always loved the shape of these cars, super slick fastback style and I'm glad he pointed out how the rear window shape makes that curve, really a nice design feature that gives this car the right curves and is accentuated by that lovely pinstripe. The cold air set up on these cars was awesome giving it a bit of a sleeper aspect to the car, that is until the unsuspecting victim sees that Ram Rod decal on the fender, light turns green and they are smoked by this beauty!!! Great car!!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Hobiemarty, Happy to read this one is "fantastic!!" :-) Lou

[@iswc27]

Hi, Lou! I'm not surprised about this being an original owner car. I think Larry understood how very rare this car was from the beginning (although the tip from his brother certainly did hurt), so this was definitely a keeper! Pontiac fans might be a big rankled to hear anyone call the Firebird Sprint a mistake, but obviously Larry has no regrets. This Oldsmobile is a Youngmobile in every way! Are you sure about the 325 horses? That seems like a VERY conservative figure to me after watching Larry floor it! This car is literally (Provincial) White Lightning! LOL! As always, you've managed to find something truly unique to show us. Many thanks to you and Larry for taking us along on this rapid Ram Rod Rocket ride!

[@loucostabile]

Hi iswc27, Happy to read you enjoy this "White Lightning!" :-) Thanks for sharing your knowledge. You're welcome, Lou

[@Johnnycdrums]

I love short stroke V-8"s. Cool find, as this is a strange animal, of which there is very few still around. Thanks, Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Johnnyc drums, Happy to read you enjoy this one :-) You're welcome. Good news! If you type into KZbin search "My Car Story with Lou w-31" you can see a few more. Lou

[@leightonfarms4962]

Outstanding Oldsmobile 👍👍👍

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@RoadRunnergarage8570]

😎 period W31 plates!

[@loucostabile]

Nice touch :-)

[@cjdesign5700]

Larry rocks it...thanks Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Nice :-) You're welcome CJ Design.

[@plymouthduster225]

Another great video Lou. My parents had 4 Oldsmobiles over the years the oldest being a Black with white stripes 1972 442. I always liked the Ram Rod 350 cars because you don't see many of them. I always liked the Rallye 350 cars as well even though they are pretty rare.

[@loucostabile]

Hi PlymouthDuster225, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Parents cars :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou P.S. Did you see this Rallye 350? kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3iYY5angpqpfas

[@richardmorris7063]

In my hypothetical dream car garage w/ room for 10 this W30 Cutty would b one of my favs.Super sweet car Lou..a real torq monster!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Richard, Happy to read this would be in your dream car garage, Lou

[@SLJ2137694]

W-31

[@rcfred_689]

Awesome car and story - sounds soooo good slicing through the gears!

[@loucostabile]

Hi RCFred_68, High praise :-) Lou

[@Slimjim260]

Beautiful Lou!

[@loucostabile]

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

[@novawagon1965]

Man that's a real stop light sleeper for sure with that rear gear !! Very nice and clean. I love the steering wheel was that a rare option? All the trunk and treats were fabulous. Thanks for the nice post Lou, beautiful car!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Nova Wagon, Happy to read you enjoy this "real stop light sleeper" :-) Not sure if the steering wheel was an option (we can probably check on the window sticker) Glad you enjoy the trunk & treats on this episode. You're welcome, Lou

[@DanEBoyd]

Wow, power seats and a power trunk release!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dan, Thank you for sharing the details worthy of a "Wow", Lou

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Great vid Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Thank you THROTTLE POWER!

[@plymouthdie-castreplicas]

Gorgeous Olds! That 350 "Ram Rod" power plant is sweet sounding as Ramrod song by Bruce Springsteen😄 Perfect episode of My Car Story, Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Plymouth Die-Cast Replicas, High praise for this episode :-) Lou

[@sabba_dabba8649]

Fantastic car. Especially loved the trunk or treats, the briefcase thing being very special 🖒

[@loucostabile]

Hi Sabba_Dabba, Happy to read you enjoy this "Fantastic car" :-) Glad to read you enjoy the trunk & treats, Lou

[@RoadRunnergarage8570]

Awesome Cutlass.. I love the 68 to 72 Cutlasses,442s and HOs!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Thomas, Happy to read you enjoy this "Awesome Cutlass" :-) Lou

[@tomnekuda3818]

This was one of the best body styles ever.......Olds really nailed it for a couple of years there. If I remember correctly some of the 442s came with a 400 engine. I used to tune these cars for guys in college to earn a bit of extra money for school.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Tom, High praise for this body style. Glad to read you earned some $$$ in college too. Lou

[@tomnekuda3818]

@@loucostabile Thanks....enjoy your show.

[@ScarlettFire341]

all 68 & 69 442's came with the 400 Cubic inch ...

[@Slimjim260]

God that sounds great Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Just the way we like it :-)

[@robertthomas7176]

wow just wow!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read your comment :-)

[@chonpiras2815]

chingon mr lou

[@loucostabile]

Happy to see you like this one Mr CHON :-)

[@chonpiras2815]

@@loucostabile your job is chingon mr lou blessings

[@mdfishman1959]

awesome!

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@mauriliogil6955]

Beautiful olds love these story’s hopefully you can do a cutlass sx y79 package someday that would be awesome another rare Oldsmobile

[@loucostabile]

Hi Maurilio Gil, Happy to read you appreciate the looks 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

[@dougeurowerkz2881]

Original owner survivor? Amazing find Lou !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Doug, Happy to share this one with you :-) Lou

[@daleschmitt2919]

Awesome

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@johnjuarez8005]

Luv it. Tastefully modded.

[@loucostabile]

Hi John, Happy to read you "Luv it" :-) Lou

[@chrisjeffries2322]

Larry's Cutlass is super nice. When I see you showing dealer sales recites I always look up the address. The place Larry's Old's came from is now a Nissan dealership.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Chris, Happy to read you enjoy this "super nice" car :-) Thanks for sharing your research on the Olds Dealership turned into Nissan Dealership. Lou

[@Musclecar1972]

I had a 1968 W-30 a few years ago, I would rather have had a Ram Rod, better balanced car! Mine wasn’t stock, had a 513 cu in Olds bb stroker in it, 4 speed, 3:91 rear, it was a Joe Mondello built engine, ran very strong, but was not a lot of fun to drive on the street. I had a 70 W-31 a few years ago, very nice, quick car, I have a 1972 W-30 in my shop that I ordered brand new, and still own, love my Oldsmobiles! 👍

[@loucostabile]

Hi W-30 OLDS, Happy to read this car back memories of your car. Glad to read you have a fun 1972 too. If you see me, make sure to show me your 1972, Lou

[@Musclecar1972]

@@loucostabile Just finishing a 5 year frame off on it, all number matching, but not stock anymore, car was totally rebuilt top to bottom, body and mechanicals. I don’t know how to download pictures in Utube, I’m kind of an old fart! LOL If you have a web address you’re comfortable with sharing, I can send you some that way. 👍