Customizing a '65 Buick Riviera! - Full Custom Garage - Automotive Reality

Full Custom Garage - S05 E04
Join us on Full Custom Garage as we transform a classic '65 Buick Riviera into a stunning low rider! Follow the journey from fabrication to final touches as we prepare for the Santa Maria cruising nationals. Witness the magic of custom car design and see the final reveal!
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Welcome to Full Custom Garage hosted by car builder and fabricator, Ian Roussel. Join Ian as he showcases his extraordinary skills in the world of automotive customization. In each episode, Ian takes on thrilling projects, transforming everyday vehicles into stunning works of art. Witness his meticulous attention to detail and unwavering passion for crafting custom cars. From concept to completion, experience the intricate process of fabrication, welding, bodywork, and painting. Full Custom Garage features Ian Roussel's unique vision and expertise. Whether he's creating jaw-dropping hot rods, out-of-this-world custom boat cars, or pushing the limits of automotive engineering, each project reflects Ian's artistry and ingenuity.
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[@user-hy5bu3og1n]

Jacks tail lights are awesome

[@roynew8998]

So proud of your accomplishments. You are a Awesome man. Proud that you got in the Hall. During the show. Will continue to watch your shows

[@owais146]

YOU ARE NO.1 SPLENDID MAESTRO

[@jamesgilpin5535]

Awesome Ian. Victor is a cool customer.

[@artlandmarknyc]

The Pontiac GTO and this Buick Riviera 👍👍😉are the two cars I gravitated always!! Love the Rivi also the Boat tail and also not to forget the Olds 442💪💪

[@romanengelbrecht6717]

Episodes with Victor are the best

[@davidlouis2354]

Saw a Rivera in the mid 80's with the same front grill and light set up. It was gleaming black and I just had to sit in it. I'm from the UK and this thing seemed like a boat, it was huge to me. However, it was over my budget and I ended up driving out in a Triumph Spitfire Mk 3. It was also black but I never forgot about the one that got away. Memories!

[@ChefPHD]

Ian Roussel is the best.

[@STRAIGHTP]

GM's sexiest creation. I own a 65 Riviera. Favorite car ever owned

[@michealfigueroa6325]

"Jack's" Tailights and take the TRASH STRIPE off the side I have had three Rivters's and thank GOD Victor did not get his hands on any of them !!!

[@ThePOTUSofMatthewEmbryBradshaw]

20:30 jacks design should be turned clear for reverse lights.

[@davidlouis2354]

I would keep the original rear lights above the bumper and have the same again under the bumper so they look longer.

[@user-fq7ph7dy2t]

Looks really nice just the way it is

[@user-js4cl3ww9o]

Injector might be a pain in the butt at times but I'll tell you what I really like the guy he's a perfectionist there's nothing wrong with that this is money his cars what he wants and can do that's why he chooses em because Ian is good at what he does and it's a perfectionist himself so don't complain

[@kipphawley4514]

Why not make a smaller version of Impala tail lights and mount them on the lower end lip on your trunk lid. That would be very perfect and cool. Also that be very different from any other vehicle's. Have 3 each sides. Keep up with great work ethic. I enjoy watching you and your friends and family. My nickname is Zhead.

[@artlandmarknyc]

I would have put the tail lights..left and right led strip inside the Chrome rear bumper 😉😉👍💪

[@iamtherealevil]

I am commenting before finishing the video but you just layed it down and shut the trunk. My thoughts were Jack's taillights on the top and mirrored set below the bumper. So the bumper splits the lights but keeps the lights on the edge.

[@johnallen262]

Where is the video of the 65 Riviera being built

[@MrDougk56]

Congrats on the Hall of Fame mate, well done👍

[@embee1973]

Put a long thin LED taillight strip in the lower line in the trunk area. So it is completely hidden until you hit the brakes. That way you don’t have to change the rear end. It looks great clean without taillights.

[@ryananderson8511]

If I owned the Riviera I would do two strips in the bumper for the reverse lights and brake lights that would look amazing

[@mikebarrett3428]

Put the taillights in the bumper!

[@jeremyhanna3852]

Right on the bottom edge pointing down so all u see the reflection on the paint

[@yourhandlehere1]

that's a good 3-4 body trunk. Takes a lot of work to make it look like you didn't do a lot of work. Awesome. What keeps that silverflake from rubbing off when you wash it? I see it's got glue but that just looks super delicate.

[@user-fq7ph7dy2t]

That’s the white boy look used to do the 54s French tail French headlights, teardrop and tennis chop tops yeah a nice look for the low riders as well

[@ce7618]

I like it with the 4 lights on it. Maybe 2 side lights as indicators and middle lights as brake lights and running lights. Just my opinion 🇬🇧

[@pennz69]

Congrats Ian. well deserved!

[@jeremyhanna3852]

But the tail light in the bottom edge of the bumper pointing down so you don't change the rear of the car at all but u still got functional lights

[@CalvinMayes-zv5di]

Use both sets!!!

[@jimcockburn4652]

I thought Victor said "it makes me walk on three legs"

[@danielvick7875]

Myself I would have kept the upper fender lights but used clear Plexi with red accent lights. For my thought is not direct led , to me leds look cheap? Just me .the clear would still have anyone looking for for the tail lights

[@VernonWallacejr-hu4yg]

Might have took the jaks lights and turn them sideways under the bumper

[@nelsondejesus7846]

I love this Riviera I like the small tail lights on the car.

[@user-rq9ng2np6g]

Make victor rear lights on make em Clear for reverse it would help seeing back when parking ?

[@masterofcents.8175]

I think a short row of single LED lights drilled into the curve of the bumper itself. It would be hidden almost look like it wasn’t there.

[@James-ik8yz]

Jack Wiemers Rivi ! 😊

[@SDMF5000]

I know it's all for show.....but Victor is a pain in the ass.

[@ddmau7995]

JACKS TAILLIGHTS WITH A TRIM AROUND IT IN CHROME

[@MikeKiddieCoachbuilder]

Is that Bill Hines "Little Bat" at 37:39 ?

[@biendelcarmen6168]

Add taillight put in rear bumper led lights inside the bumper so only lights up when u hit the brakes and you will never see the lights when not on

[@manulucky027]

Can't find the previous episodes 😢

[@johnsavage6628]

Ok. Where do you drive it?

[@richardbaker7557]

I love it......very nice....

[@u3192]

Bravo Maestro

[@gusgone4527]

I call that a collapsed unroadworthy suspension. Crusher food!

[@sirhands65]

I'm so happy I have a 65 Buick Riviera. But I'm so sad that it's just sitting in a garage. I need the money to do what I want to do with it. One of the first things I want to get for my Buick Riviera. Is a house where I can put it then fix on it.

[@brianscott9861]

Beautiful job. 👍

[@johncoy3699]

too much victor

[@MustangFucker1966]

Not enough Victor.

[@scottstudebaker2959]

This is Victor's dream, why do you what to put Victor's dreams down. To each his own.😊😊😊😊. Well if you get into land yachts then go right ahead

[@George-tz1cv]

Actually, the more Victor the better. He has spectacular insights.

[@ng_bn]

😂😂😂😅😝🤧🤧😝🤧

[@jimmygliss1171]

Ypu need to make up your mind about paint and detail about your construction and not follow some else like Victor, you have a wonderful imgination use it to its fullest.

[@VernonWallacejr-hu4yg]

Would want Ean to help me with my truck it's a 99 gmc one ton really need his help

[@user-rq9ng2np6g]

It’s a beautiful creation I love it classy

[@tomsnider7611]

Jack's tail lights looked perfect. Give them a nice, subtle chrome bezel, and it would've been perfect.

[@GregoryBamber]

I agree with Victor, the rear just doesn't suit the rest of the car.

[@snuffa.luffaguss6337]

They should have left Jack's original TAIL lights in it. That shit look SO FUCK UP without it🤨

[@user-fw9se3gn1b]

Victor, Patron of the Vehicle Arts.

[@ZulFikar-sn1vr]

Clear tail lights with red bulbs would be very discreet...

[@user-bb7zl1vz3x]

I would put a break light around the license plate box , that would look cool

[@user-gn1ic9ww8q]

thats my size

[@James-ik8yz]

Working with Jack at his shop . He dropped the ball and never offered me any of his cars 😮😢 . I would left Jacks car alone and just paint it the Candy Orange jack had on the shelf. Oh well .....

[@romandybala]

People use their money as a power tool. If he's bring lots $$$$$$$$ then bury your principles . If not, pass him on to the next guy. Imagine if he turned up at a car show and started his this and that bs. he would be told quick smart to eff off. Bring money and everyone licks ass.

[@user-hy5bu3og1n]

I allway s wondered how jack passed away ??? RIP Jack

[@sirhands65]

Let's see if you can do a better job than Bill Mitchell.

[@HoosierRooster]

The answer to that question is a hell no they can't

[@mykec.selene8302]

Your content is great thanks so much but you need to find another host! The one you're using is a total dork! Sorry to say that, but it's true!

[@robbiesmith6417]

The rear quarters ruined the looks of that iconic beauty

[@paulpz04]

I can't stand when dudes fill in or even partially fill in the rear wheel wells and hide the rear wheel..ive seen it look right on some Mercs but other than that it's cringe

[@garrypritchard1658]

Fucken up another good car???????😢😢😢😢😢

[@MrAussieCrasher]

Love Victors humour Cool

[@pigidly]

Building a lowrider… hey let’s go to a rice burner show for paint inspiration 🙄

[@josephchintella9026]

Fit and finish is beyond pitiful

[@jamesmcleodjr.7521]

Friggin’ guy annoys the CRAP outta me! I wouldn’t change a spark plug for that dude, nevermind do an entire custom car for him! 😒🤨

[@asiatic777]

Too long winded too me ...hell nah!

[@kenc3288]

What an impractical ridiculous ruination of a car. I bet it handles like a block of apartments. The owner has more money than sense. Rubbish.😡😡😡

[@HoosierRooster]

The best thing to do to a Riviera is painted real nice Make the interior real nice put some nice wheels and tires on it then leave it the fuck alone and not do some horrid rear wheel well like this...the rear end is awful also..... This is the second most ugliest Riviera I've ever seen and ironically the other one was also done by a crew with a show that was on motor trend I'm talking about that outfit from watseka Illinois they totally butchered a Riviera also I wouldn't want to be associated with it either one of these cars if I was on the build crew

[@BUDSBEAU]

is this Victor guy just filthy rich or what ? he acts like a spoiled rich kid who always gets what he wants and no one ever told him no !!!!!!!! i like the show but he gets on my nerves !!!!!!!

[@awilliams5007]

Not your stuff. Stop posting someone elses stuff!

[@hswing11]

LOOKS LIKE SOMETHING YOU DO NOT WANT TO BE SEEN IN.

[@davidlouis2354]

I would keep the original rear lights above the bumper and have the same again under the bumper so they look longer.