600 hp Supercharged '57 Chevy with an Insane Fade Paint & Built to Drive

We've shot 3 vehicles now with Mitch and Crazy Painters and this car is simply a knockout! Anyone that knows our channel understands we rarely shoot Tri-Five era cars but this one was a no brainer. The crazy 8 stage fade paint, supercharged LS making over 600 hp on an Roadster Shop chassis and built to drive and enjoy so sit back and enjoy the ride...
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[@AutotopiaLA]

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[@ljsites]

People can justifiably rave about the mechanics of a build like this, but that paint, what a masterpiece!

[@genekrause]

100% agree! The SC would not be my first choice, but I know nothing about that company. This is a top-5 build for what I would be looking for. Thanks, @AutotopiaLA!

[@bernardscott4875]

Is it recommended to wear goggles? Doesn't it get in the eyes? @@genekrause

[@fightcraft932]

My dude still be like - I was done by 1130... 🔥 Master of his craft for sure

[@XBullitt16X]

Agreed, probably the thing that pops the most to me, on this build.

[@Good_ol_Butch]

I couldn't have said it better...

[@AndrewCrankypants]

This is my favorite build on this channel by a decent margin. Every bit of personality in that vehicle perfectly reflects it's creator.

[@aaronanthony3843]

Dudes mad passionate and casual with his explanations yet detailed and enthusiastic

[@Justinthyme8791]

I agree with you. It makes me happy to see AUTHENTIC happiness, passion and the perfect amount of relatable spazz level excitement .

[@jaycustom21]

Exactly. I was trying to figure out the words to describe him and what he does. He covers even the smallest details, yet he's so hyped about this and that little detail, he talks about it like it's one of the main characteristics of the car. Other builders would either skip some of those little things, or they would actually address them but be irritated over them because they are tedious and time consuming. Foose who? Kindig who? I already want this guy to build me a car...if/when I win the lottery. 🤣🤣🤣

[@dicknavis7]

Yes I totally agree with you, he's like a kid on how excited he is to show the little details that make a huge difference in this car.

[@CyberDocUSA]

This car's much more than pure eye candy (and make no mistake, it's flawless). The front end is so damned snarky with that upside down bumper he elegantly Frankensteined in there. And that's a lot of real estate to sculpt, especially that trunk lid. Mitch and his son are artistic magicians.

[@darrindouglas1]

Mitch's enthusiasm is infectious, and what a stunning build to show how good and humble he is. Best 57 you've had on the channel.......one of the best in the U.S.....

[@victorbetancourt3105]

I love the low growl it has and not annoyingly loud, absolute masterpiece

[@trentonpaul598]

His enthusiasm is great! He likes his work.

[@charlierock7739]

I can listen to this guy all day long!!! He is awesome

[@julianskns]

Have never seen a guy in this channel so mad in love in what he does for a living Mitch is it! ‘Murica 🇺🇸 gorgeous car

[@TT-ch2pz]

Absolutely amazing! The attention to detail is unreal. Well Done!

[@deegan727]

Love how amped he is about his own build. There’s modest owners and there’s guys that brag about how badass their car is. He’s a bit different because he’s proud of what he created. It’s cool too how he revealed his secret for the paint job. He knows it’s not something just anyone can do even if they understand the process they have to have the experience in the execution of it. I’m a painter but I can’t call myself a Crazy Painter he definitely earned that title. Such a badass car and paint job.👍

[@georgespalding7640]

Nobody knows the pressure of when you go in that paint booth and you've got one shot to do it right. You have to be so focused and hope you don't get a buzz from the paint thinner and screw it up. This guy is a true artist with the paint gun.

[@carloswells8469]

I passed this shop a million times as a teen heading to the park to play basketball. I’m in my 30’s now and it’s super dope to know this shop is still there and thriving.

[@AutotopiaLA]

And still doing amazing work. Love this car!

[@101tbath]

I never thought a 57 chevy would be my favourite car featured in this channel. What an amazing build and paint job!

[@Yourmission9]

That Chevy’s headlamps make it look like it just inhaled a pound of dope. Sweet looking car for sure!

[@I-Teee]

This dude is so enthusiastic yet not annoying….just passionate. And the car…..wow. Just stunning

[@larryschwartz9883]

My favorite ATLA car this year! And… I love the enthusiasm of the builder and it shows through on this epic build !

[@bigtonysrebirth]

I love Mitchs enthusiasm. The car is awesome, but he makes the car exciting. Great episode guys, keep up the great work!!!

[@charlesking7207]

That is one of the nicest cars I have ever seen and I would love to see it in person. The fact that he painted it in 1day is amazing, he is an absolute genius

[@daveneilson7996]

I can't stop shaking my head in amazement.....absolutely incredible!!!!! i'll be watching this again and again and again!!!!!!

[@buckreynolds1779]

poetry in motion.....................................rolling art.............................I like that guy

[@mikekoenig6467]

That front bumper dude idk why im so obsessed with it. I LOVE how sleek it is!

[@Rhett.Castillo]

I love this man's enthusiasm, especially for his age! Let's gooo!👍🏼

[@jeffhaddock4238]

The exhaust is ear candy!!! You got in it a couple times and I got mad because I have a V6. The exhaust note is just perfect. If it were mine, Radio?, yeah it has one, but listen to this...(downshift and press the throttle.) Hell yeah!! Woo!!

[@rmwensel]

You can tell when someone is passionate about their work. This guy is definitely passionate about his. He is so excited to show his car to us! I love it. I will also say, watching this literally had my heart fluttering. I was just sitting here wishing I could be the one lucky enough to own a car like this. The Chevy Bel Air has been my favorite classic car since I was a kid and would see them on the road occasionally. This car is an absolute masterpiece.

[@Lymlyt96]

“How am I gonna make that bumper” the enthusiasm I love this guy!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

He’s awesome!

[@gordocarbo]

First proper fade Ive seen in decades thats super hard to pull off. Incredible ride!! If this isnt the ultimate calling card/biz card on wheels Im not sure what is.

[@avilesjuan180]

if you ain’t first your last💨

[@MegasXLR]

Lol😊

[@sweatgangathleticsstraight9210]

The Flip on the Front Bumper trim…GENIUS 💪🏽🤙🏼

[@soulsurfer8797]

Geez, if I could buy this and donate it back to the shop I would. Masterpieces belong in the hands of the creator🙌🏾. Truly beautiful build.

[@w1zard0f0h]

That is absolutely the nicest 57 I have ever seen.

[@pvkj454]

This is the only fade paint job I have ever liked. Amazing car.

[@leehouston5436]

All around you just can’t beat that. The simplicity hides all the tricks until it doesn’t

[@MittenStateArchery]

That 57 chevy is so sick and sinister looking! Beautiful!

[@derekmann857]

NICEST CAR YET TO BE SHOWEN ON AUTOTOPiaLA!!

[@jerryburdick8051]

Absolute perfection. Sights, sounds, and vicarious feels. This fellow's energy is contagious. What a treasure. Thank you for yet another amazing video.

[@ClaytonWillisMusic]

I just wanted to say good job on being so attentive to the driveability and the lack of miles on the vehicle, as well as being so quick to shut it down once there was an issue. We can see the changes you've made. Beautiful car.

[@Epsonblade]

Was never a big tri-5 guy, more into the 1st gen Camaros and Firebirds... BUT, the way this car was executed and the overall setup is awesome. The paintjob and body mods on this thing were done so tastefully, and the fade paint was more perfect than I have ever seen. Getting up close to fade paint you can see the different layers etc, but in all the shots I have seen online of this car, the close ups and even in this video, it was perfect. SO NICE! Awesome build. NO< NOT EVERY CAR NEEDS 900 HP. Mid to high 500s is great for a cruiser and something meant for family rides and car shows. Well DONE!

[@gordocarbo]

Agree, driven the TT cars they are pretty much useless other than some guy bragging up his dyno sheet Im into hooking and gone, burnouts only impress kids.

[@live4life767]

One of the most beautiful cars I’ve ever seen & I’ve lived in Italy & live in the States. I wish I could see this car & touch all the beautiful lines on it. I really wish I could drive this too. Stunning.

[@zacharyarchbold4097]

Saw this car at the Del Mar Nationals a few weeks ago. It was my personal favorite of the whole day

[@JamesDuncan-or9hi]

Man that paint job is insane 🔥

[@tattootony1122]

This cats excitement about his work is how every builder should be! If i had a million this dude would get it!

[@AutotopiaLA]

He sure loves what he does

[@RobertSiwik1968]

What an amazing! Amazing 57! I also love the fact that he knows every little detail about the car that he built. He is so matter of fact when he answers and describes things. I couldn't fathom how much that paint job costs or the cost of the car for that matter. Everything about that car is just perfect. I'm sure they will get the little bugs worked out . Amazing car and great bulider! Thanks for sharing. I love your enthusiasm.

[@cwhall5430]

Seen many a 57 Belair, but this Beast is the pinnacle of that Era for me. 1st time seeing, and it's all that plus much more. That Paint is nasty in the best freaky way, with that choice of trim color, totally bitching... plus the new tech stuff that makes any car push button ready for a coast to coast adventure. Always gonna be dialing in with any build, from factory to garage a shake down/test & tune.... but super easy to track down when built like this 57💪💪💪

[@slomoking]

Might be one of the best looking cars I have ever seen. Not just a 57 Chevy but any car. Simply stunning.

[@gofast3415]

Had to jump on my personal device to comment on how f-ing dope this ride is. 👌

[@garystevens7575]

OH GOD!!! I should NOT HAVE WATCHED THIS…… I’m supposed to restore my brothers 26’000 all original bel air!!! But now after seeing those bumpers 🤯man I just want to go wild with this!!

[@jackiedovel4453]

The most beautiful estate 57 I ever seen.my favorite

[@j.robertvillarreal5926]

What a timeless masterpiece. If you built a 52 chevy pick up I would melt in my steel toes.

[@scu-dub]

This is the baddest freakin 57 I have ever seen!!!! And 3 hours!!!! The man is a BEAST IN THE BOOTH😳‼️ That paint job is INSANE❤

[@YukonDemon]

Holy Mother of God.... That is a gorgeous car. '55 is my favorite of the tri-fives, but a '57 Chevy was the first car I could identify as a kid. Probably 6 or 7 years old, I knew a '57 to see one.

[@situationunchanged9733]

Sema is great and all, but cars like this really hook me in!! There's a shit ton of love and enthusiasm gone into this, and it really shows! And he drives it 😎

[@boboso7238]

Amazing car, always bringing us top notch vehicles. With so many self-proclaimed "car enthusiasts" as there are on the internet, this channel should be way passed a million subs by now.

[@jasonbailey9302]

The MOST BEAUTIFUL car I’ve ever seen!

[@mikekoenig6467]

The front bumper flipped upside down to perfectly fit as the top is GENIUS

[@jorgejefferson8251]

Seen a million 57 Chevy's and they tend to all look alike, but that's a pretty car......nice

[@mumble97]

I'm not into many of the restomod and overdone fab work you see on a lot of cars, but something about this one is so eye catching. It just works.

[@flyingv8293]

Worth every penny, understatement of the year.

[@glenrevis6455]

Off the chart by far the most beautiful 57 Chevy I have ever seen I am 75 years old I used to own a 56 but the 57 has more beautiful I have seen many in my day but this one is off the chart, I would have to hit the lottery to purchase that beautiful machine off of you would pay any price,❤❤❤💯💰💰💰👍

[@mr.haneef22]

About time....!! I've been waiting on someone to do a video on this bad ass machine.

[@MrJearley6]

DDDAAAMMMNNN!!! This is gorgeous!! This guy is an artist engineer, the doctor of the auto industry and the doctor of the auto industry!! Thank you for this video. This is nice everything about this car.

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

Love the reverse paint fade.

[@mortem-tyrannis]

55's are my favorite but that ride is absolutely gorgeous.

[@JarvisMod]

also id lioke to add how cool that guy was. he built that car. soo many hours. what a great vibe he puts out.

[@jonathanjones1814]

Immaculate Build, literally art on wheels 😮

[@CyberDocUSA]

"Kelly & Son, Since 50-ish." 🤣

[@wendys390]

The paint really IS to die for. Wow. The whole thing is just jaw-dropping, what a masterpiece! Beautiful work.

[@evorhythm6669]

Wow, this car built perfectly!

[@thecorrean2411]

That is the most beautiful car I’ve ever seen.

[@dewaynecausey7472]

You can tell that is his personal car because he has everything customized to his likings and he put his own signature touches within it

[@nasernaeem9977]

Never seen a more perfect build

[@rickj1983]

Very pretty car and gorgeous paint. Sweet ride. Sylvester Stalone would be proud. I could easily see him driving this.

[@eddier155]

What a super talented, classy builder. Wow!

[@chisquare5701]

I want to listen to everything this man has to say. What a fantastic work of art, and positive, optimistic, confident attitude.

[@jerrysale9937]

I’m a Ford man, but this 57 is absolutely fantastic, and that’s a fact! What a beautiful, beautiful piece of American muscle!!! Thanks for sharing. 😊👊

[@JoeMicc1973]

Ok, Mitch is a trip to watch and listen to! 😂😂. I love how excited he gets about all of his own creations!!! What an amazingly beautiful car! You don’t have to be a tri-five fan to completely appreciate this piece of rolling art!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@t.l.7733]

Holy wow...if Christine had a daughter ? Those headlights are sick. They really do make her look possessed. What a killer car. Super talented builder.

[@AutotopiaLA]

They really did an amazing job

[@jonesy3002]

Yeah ! Yeah buddy ! I love this guy !!!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Me too…Mitch is awesome!

[@davemurphy63C10]

Outstanding. And to have that much confidence and faith to take a car out with 4 miles on it, with cameras, and not be concerned. Impressive talent from every aspect.

[@robertybarra7826]

That's gotta be one of the best 57.I've ever seen love it❤

[@tjlance7031]

One of the most beautiful 57s ive ever seen. Stunning

[@bboy531]

Just when you think you've already seen your favourite car... so good! 😎

[@Terpenefiend]

One of the best chevys ive ever seen

[@Thatdude877]

@2:55 the airflow design around the headlights is so badass! A lot of guys just run a fake light, but these guys kept the light and customized the housing to create the air flow

[@danmorrissette4814]

Mitch's Masterpiece !!! Everything about this Car Screams Awesome!!!!!! From the Chassis to the Paint Detailing !!!!! OMG !!!!!!!

[@bazilwreckerloughead]

What a BEAUTIFUL car, I bet you could look at it 500 times & you'd notice something different every time!

[@mg_streetkandi]

I definitely gotta show respect to him because he is extremely detailed and explained most of his work. A lot of builders won't disclose that deeply into explaining..Good work..👍🏽🏁

[@gilbertwashburn7095]

That's the best 57 Chevy on Earth awesome have a great day

[@pianoekket]

That paint job is mind blowing! Incredible!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Seriously mind blowing

[@jameskirchner2655]

Love the older cars👍👌

[@dromesb8319]

This has to be one of the baddest 57’s I’ve ever seen. Wow.

[@jeanlawson9133]

Shaving the drip rail on that 57 is awesome 👍

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

It's just gorgeous! 👍👍

[@jorelvaaz2087]

OMG!!! the best of SEMA didnt even come close to this amazing build! This is just another level of creativity. Awesome.

[@carlwestfall2006]

That 57 is awesome! Would be the best car at Sema !

[@rogerramjet69]

mate that car is so damn sexy, has to be the best I've seen... unbelievable workmanship.

[@joelhunton8600]

This car/build would make Chip Foose jealous. It's over the top in every conceivable way.

[@bigcountry55]

utterly fantastic build! Classics like this need to be played with like this

[@BUZDRIFT]

This Crazy painter guy is one giant fkn legend! Seriously the best paint job, fkn love it! The guy is so chill! Just fkn beautiful!!!!