BARN FIND!1963 Buick Riviera! Abandoned for 27 Years! Will It Run?!?

[@PuddinsFabShop]

You think you deserve some days off??? I looked all day for your video yesterday and you never posted. Un subscribed. This is almost as hard to handle as watching you put a Chevy engine in a ford. I’m out ✌🏻✌🏻😂 Hope you had some good relax days my friend, much deserved!

[@DeadReckon]

Hey, if the Chevy engine is in a Ford, it identifies as a Ford Small Block, don't question it, it's the modern way haha!

[@thehangdude]

Is it Monday already?

[@glennnickerson8325]

I think Old Mr. M was binge watching Extreme U Haul Conversions on the You Tube and lost track of time! Hot Dang!!!

[@mrray55]

😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@billscruggs5170]

I hope you pressure washes it before he puts it in the shop. Fat chance.

[@peterkovacs8654]

That’s why will it runs are so popular. Anyone who’s ever dug into an old car that hasn’t run in years, and goes through the steps to get it running again, feels that rush when she finally fired and runs again! YES! She’s Alive! Never gets old

[@MortskeRepair]

It can be exhilerating!

[@Captain_Yodelstein]

That's how I feel every time I turn the key on my offroad truck 😆

[@avastyeescurvydogs]

True words, sir.

[@rsprockets7846]

@@MortskeRepair yeah drove a 1963 in 1967 was the bosses sons and went like a bandit his bro bought a new 1971 with the 455 sweeeeet

[@Brock_Landers]

I've been there many times myself and you always feel like the world's most intelligent and powerful man when it finally happens. When I was 18 I bought a $500 car (a 1990 Dodge Spirit 2.5 turbo) from the dealership that I worked at and it wasn't running. My uncle kept telling me, "you'll never get that thing running!" An hour later I checked the timing belt and it was off a few teeth, so I took it off, lined everything up, reinstalled the belt, turned the key, and she fired right up. I drove that car for quite a while before I took a sharp turn in boost and the oil sloshed to one side of the oil pan (that's almost shaped like a cone) and it snapped a connecting rod. It was a 2.5 turbo I engine and it had 170k miles on it, so it was fairly weak to begin with. I scrapped it. Those engines only made 150 HP and the turbo was a TINY Mitsubishi TE04H. I bought a larger Dodge Daytona T3 turbo for it, but it blew up before I could modify it. I'd LOVE to have another one to tinker with.

[@joshgunn2068]

Mortske Tuesday just doesn't have the same ring to it! None the less, welcome back. Now we can all have our weekly fix.

[@vinces8974]

It’s so much better than no Mortske at all, Don’t you think?

[@joshgunn2068]

@@vinces8974 agreed

[@Rick356A]

Duff cam is a brilliant idea, you can see how much he loves the ride with his head out of the window!

[@harriettanthony7352]

Such fun, for the Dog and you. Its fun to watch you wrestle with a gas car and then see "Duff Dog" go nuts over his first ride. I recall when this were fun used cars. In all since I am an EV driver, the best part is watching "Duff Dog'

[@fredmott1397]

you don't see Mortske smile too often - this Riv lit him right up!! Love it! Love that Riv too - love to have one...

[@jesterr7133]

This car is a diamond in the rough. Even in the shape it is in, it's still a beautiful car, and it looks frickin awesome. Rivieras are one of my favorite cars. I'm a Buick guy. They've never done me wrong.

[@That_Dude420]

100% They sure don't make em like they use to .💯✌️

[@mikewigit247]

love me a buick

[@junkmannythewitch7295]

What a score! That car won all kinds of awards when it was released and has held up really well over the decades. You and Duff are stylin'! Now take that hunting and views will blow up! Well done and all the best.

[@MortskeRepair]

She's a classic!

[@tjakr3869]

The start reminds me of when you picked up the caddy in that tiny garage. That was the first video I ever watched of yours.

[@DougsMessyGarage]

Rivs were a pretty classy luxury cruiser. My father has a '70 that I need to get back on the road.

[@stuartkarshagen6274]

First time in a while that Mortske looked like he actually enjoyed working on some junk 🤣🤙🏻, bring in the buiks.

[@MortskeRepair]

Don't get used to it!

[@stuartkarshagen6274]

@@MortskeRepair aww, Cmon now, you were even smiling a bit 🤣🤣🤣

[@stoichiometry147]

I NEED to be working on some old S41t box but I’m upset at the process and issues every single time. In two decades, this has never changed. “I just want this thing done!” After it’s done, “I NEED A NEW PROJECT”. **edit** It’s a catharsis for many. I’m a network engineer by trade but a gear head by passion. The more stressed my job is the more I need car projects.

[@79tazman]

There is a speaker in between the back seat there if you did not know that anyway I love how the dash and console connect together and run to the back with a light and heat vents and the back seat is like bucket seats. One of the coolest interiors of the 1960's

[@MortskeRepair]

Yes they are.

[@c0c0asauce]

One of my favorite bodies on any car in any time period.

[@63flip83]

Agreed.

[@MortskeRepair]

They're great cars!

[@joelkarch3538]

thanks man have a good one with many samiches

[@scottschenk5456]

You are right. Duff is the star!

[@MortskeRepair]

Yup

[@bannedlist3451]

Thank you for your valueble content Mortske it is much appreciated mate.

[@MortskeRepair]

Much appreciated!

[@stevenlatham4397]

60 year old electric windows still worked great. Hell I’ve seen 6 year old electric windows that didn’t work. The interior of that car was absolutely beautiful back in the day. Awesome car, didn’t even have to mess with the brakes.

[@MortskeRepair]

They didn't go up quite as well!

[@johnfranklin5277]

All 4 window motors im my 58 cadillac are original, work fine. My parents bought the car in 1960. Southern California car. I was 1 year old then !! Still on the road.

[@theodoredugranrut8201]

When I bought my 92 Explorer none of the windows worked , HAD some plastic parts for safety

[@shanehansen2141]

You need to keep this thing! That's the most fun I've seen you have in a long time. Fix it up as you drive it. Black with white interior would be super sharp.

[@tjakr3869]

Thanks for the members discount picked up the “next level” Ford Shirt.

[@MortskeRepair]

Our pleasure!

[@tjakr3869]

Been a while since I saw you this excited about a car.

[@NFSMAN50]

I was obsessed and in love with the 1963 Rivera a few years ago, I love the luxury sport look to it. Very beautiful work of art she is.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Me too!!!!!!!!!!!

[@dj33036]

When this car hit the showroom I was 15 years old and I thought it was the most beautiful car I'd ever seen.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

@@dj33036 😊👍

[@peterkovacs8654]

Loved my 65 Riv. 425 single 4bbl open rear, power slide trans. No brake torque necessary, low and mash the pedal to the floor. 85’ of rubber every time. Blew up the first tire. Tuned her and lost 5’ of rubber. Built like a tank and deceptively quick for a full size car

[@michaelupton4523]

Did yours have the "Buick ports" as is trademark really,with most Buicks? Sometimes holes in hood/fenders or just in the trim.

[@peterkovacs8654]

@@michaelupton4523 nope, 63-65 rivieras don’t have the port holes

[@michaelupton4523]

@@peterkovacs8654 you were fortunate to have such a classic in it's day, a sexy luxury sport coupe. Mine was a 67 dodge polara 383/727. Bigger though, like a land yacht. Trunk huge, fit 6 bodies. I got it cheap, fried transmission. Dad and I bench rebuilt it. Thirsty it was.

[@Cucvfreek]

@@michaelupton4523 my 62 Le Sabre has fender ports

[@ronald5629]

No power slides there they are Dina flow's

[@kimberlywilliams9757]

Wow, that's an awesome find right there! I went looking for old vehicles over the weekend, only found a few old Fords, but nothing to write home about. If I would have found one like yours I would have had it made! 🙂👍

[@robertpradella6550]

Beautiful car! You and Duff will be criuzing in no time! Lol! Love your videos always.

[@MortskeRepair]

I wish!

[@66nailhead225]

the 64 is almost identical to the 63, but the 64 had minor changes in some details and had the th400 3-speed automatic, which is a first for the Riv. The 65 came with clamshell headlights

[@MortskeRepair]

The 3 speed would be a nice upgrade!

[@loganboyer8816]

The cut ins of Ernest get me every time lol 😆

[@MortskeRepair]

ewwww

[@MaxNafeHorsemanship]

I never noticed before how much ahead of their time those cars were. There were a few cars of that era that had styling that made them look at least 5 years newer than they were. Of course, as you said, nobody can deny those cars are sexy.

[@oldpolak5203]

It has that coronet vibe

[@MortskeRepair]

They have some of the finest lines!

[@rsprockets7846]

@@MortskeRepair they had offshoots from the 1950s Riv show cars hide away headlights consoles ets.....Buick was the Innovative product leader of its time

[@MrDigitalCypher]

Good Times thank you for this.

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@bengtspostofficpetu6434]

Haha!Your face when you burnt rubber inside,so happy and excited!Well i would have smiled too..

[@Mr49Studebaker]

That's a beautiful car. I'm impressed with how ready to go that balljoint was

[@tomwinkle1597]

Probably put the fork under it, instead of the frame

[@MortskeRepair]

@@tomwinkle1597 We were pulling with a chain on the crossmember.

[@michaeldufresne9280]

Freaking awesome episode Mortske, great way to break in a new shop with Riviera tire smoke….. Buicks rock always have….Oh and and and, did I see a 67 Chevelle wagon? And did I see a Buick special on the rack with no motor??? Thanks again Mortske Don’t pay attention to Puddin he’s just jealous. Carry-on and be safe……

[@MortskeRepair]

68 Chevelle wagon and a 66 Skylark

[@michaeldufresne9280]

@@MortskeRepair Ohhhh skylark I like those

[@mnichols31]

It may be chewy and stinky but that 1963 engine can still smoke the tires!! 💨💨 Roadhouse was definitely what came to mind two seconds into seeing this car, these were a very unique car from what I can see and a very nice list of options for back then! Great video! 👍🏻

[@geraldsmith7240]

My Father Bought A New 1964. He Always Said It Was The Finest Road Car/Luxury Car He Ever Drove. 💚

[@jeaniepatterson2384]

The body style is the most gorgeous car in every model year. Had to watch this one again.

[@stanleymartin1613]

What a cool car back in the day 😎. Looking forward to seeing some videos on the Chevy wagon.

[@MortskeRepair]

Stay tuned!

[@sc_308]

What sweet car Mr. Mortske! Good job getting it going again! Is that a Vista Cruiser at 1:14:05? Is it going to be featured in a future episode? I grew up riding in a '68 Vista Cruiser my parents had. Brings back a lot of memories... mostly Dad ranting about it lol. Keep up the good work on your channel. I really enjoy it. 😎

[@korosys]

Looks to be a Chevy Nomad maybe a 69 or 70

[@jasonsellers9595]

@@korosys 68 (rev lights in the bumper) Chevelle wagon.

[@MortskeRepair]

@@jasonsellers9595 Winner!

[@jasonsellers9595]

@@MortskeRepair they look like a 4 door El Camino with a camper shell LoL.

[@TheSleepyMechanic0524]

Sure you already saw, but that car was this week's episode. One of my favorites yet!

[@The.Real.Reaper]

The Buick nail heads were popular in drag racing because they are torque monsters. The 401 Nailhead was also called a 445 Wildcat, with 445 being the torque and 300 hp. Not bad for car most consider their grandpa's car. I love the 1959 Buick Invicta/LaSabre with the 401 Nailhead and Turbine Transmissions were so smooth, couldn't feel them shift.

[@richardanderson5109]

The Reaper,,,, My Dad built race cars when I was a kid, a couple of guys he knew were running a Buick "nail head" in a Sprint Car . It was built to the hilt, but it blew up, they wanted to finish the season so they went to a junkyard and pulled an engine out of a wreck, stuffed it in the Sprint Car greasy and dirty and finished the Season with the Championship 🏆!!!!!!! Everyone didn't believe it wasn't "built" but it was not !!!!!! Right out of the wreck and into the Race Car 🤣😆 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! True story !!!!!!!

[@flyonbyya]

Arguably one of the great auto designs of the 60’s ! I definitely LIKE !

[@grantkoeller8911]

That video was enjoyable and with total satisfaction!!!!! I'm 60, and I got my drivers licence in 1978. I had 56 years to get a 63 Buick Riviera!!!! positraction beefy rear end, and all that torque!!!

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@willb3018]

The Riviera was really something when it arrived for '63. Almost like buying a customized car from the factory. I thought the '65 was the cleanest iteration of the first 3 years with the tail lights in the bumper, but there is always a soft spot for the original.

[@one_flew_over_the_cuckoos_nest]

The '65 was the original! Looked more like the prototype!

[@MortskeRepair]

I always preferred the 63/4 headlights

[@79tazman]

I like the 63/64 taillights better then the 65 taillights now if the 65 had the 63/64 taillights it would be so fricking perfect but the 1965 with the clam shell headlights is my favorite but the 63/64 are so cool too I would love to own any one of them

[@angryyank]

@@79tazman Had a 65 with the 63 tailights in it

[@MortskeRepair]

@@79tazman That would be awesome!

[@pennypony2012]

Awww I like the back seats on an angle... Rivera builders taking care of us larger ladies 😂😁👍

[@terryeustice5399]

The Roadhouse Riviera is sassy. It is really crunchy. But, congratulations on getting this ole gal going. A great video Mortske. Your a good Man and a great mechanic. Thank you for sharing!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks much for watching Terry!

[@markthomas3904]

Thanks!

[@MortskeRepair]

Much appreciated Mark!!

[@bawns9416]

The Buick has to be a great contender for restoration, what a fabulous car. And it Seams to like you Mortske

[@americathebeautiful513]

Now that was pretty impressive Nice work Mortske

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks Ryan!

[@davewilson1591]

Perseverance and can do attitude will get it done every time...... too bad I can only give one thumb..... like duff. Hå hä hã hå hä hã

[@chukzombi]

thats one hell of a car if it put such a big smile on Mr Mortske's face. grats man. dont get rid of it.

[@lawrenceedwards6327]

That Riv burnout at the end, epic!! That might be a good one to add to the intro. Great video!!! Glad you had fun!

[@MrTimodon]

That was some nice video and nice dog too! Dog is more for Mopar i think! Regards from Sweden Stockholm. PS: i had 1965 Riv in the 70,s!

[@ronwhite1642]

I had a 1965 and i miss it a lot

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Always been a fan of the Riv, great vid!!!!!! 👍👍👍👍

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks for watching!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

@@MortskeRepair 👍👍

[@mikepoint4717]

After that burn out it deserves an autograph from you and ol’Duff . Cheers 🇨🇦

[@johnm.5848]

One more American automotive legend lives again. I like the Duff Dog's cam too.

[@fredmahoney3427]

👍👍👍👍👍 Five likes from Me!! Since KZbin only allows One!! That's a crying shame. Yeah, your probably right,. You can't keep them all....!!! By any chance that you do keep it!!? That list is long enough for you to make it a lot better! DUFF, looks good as your Co - Pilot.... That's Funny that Duff was under the Car checking it out. See,. He's a good kid! Take Care and Stay Safe All the kindness in the World If we do have a World left by the years end!!?

[@MortskeRepair]

Much appreciated Fred!

[@troyrosenbaugh9935]

Damn those rockers are clean.

[@lawrenceedwards6327]

I love at 00:03:18 the way Mickelson Racing wants to keep the busted ball joint elevated like it’s a stubbed toe!! Too funny!

[@joshmyers3330]

mortske...you know you wanna keep her. i dont think ive seen you this happy/excited about a ride before yet. i would love to see you bring this ole girl right around! she deserves the love and i love a good riviera

[@grahamharder6511]

The smile on your face after the burnouts at the end makes it all worth it! That car is a tire shredding machine! thanks for sharing!

[@MortskeRepair]

Sure is

[@cliffordkinnear9705]

Buick made some very good, powerful, and reliable V8's back then!!! Good job Mortske!!!! You run circles around that Pudding fella!! LOL!

[@MortskeRepair]

Much appreciated Clifford!

[@angelitoedwards4495]

I don't care what day it is, everyday is a great day when mortskie drops a video🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@1980bwc]

A day late on the Vidjea. DOCK THAT ***** A DAY'S PAY FOR NAPPIN ON THE JOB!!! 🤣😂🤣 Just a little throwback to Blazing Saddles. 😁

[@MortskeRepair]

I've never watched that unfortunately.

[@1980bwc]

@@MortskeRepair You're missin out Sir Morticus. Gotta give it watch. It will change your life! Seriously, its one of the funniest movies you'll ever see.

[@colerippeon3903]

Hey mortske i have the same issue with new trucks. They have the same upper and lower a arm configuration. What i always do, is take a large ratchet strap and wrap it around both control arms. When you crank on it, it squeezes both arms together.

[@MortskeRepair]

That works too

[@landengreen6982]

I'm late to the comment game, and I'm sure several people have mentioned it but... I think there's 2 different Rivieras in Roadhouse. I swear at the dealership when the Swayze is buying it, he asks the salesman, "Do those work?" and the guy reaches in and turns on the headlights and the doors open up and show the lights. Guess I need to go watch now.

[@MortskeRepair]

You are correct

[@AntiPlatitude]

I love the design of that interior. The dash and gauge cluster combined with that shift knob. Dang I would love to see that thing spiffed up a bit.

[@buckbuchanan9807]

What you need to do is spend Duff's entire inheritance on restoring the James/John/Swayze Riviera! 👍😆

[@MortskeRepair]

Not a good idea!

[@tekvax01]

What a gorgeous old girl! My parents have one just like her! V8 small block 401 dual quad, power steering, power brakes, power windows, cruise control, dyno flow transmission, air conditioning, multiple speakers AM and FM radio, she has all the toys! Unfortunately, ours hasn't been out of the garage in some time either and has been parked for about 12 years. I gotta get her out and cleaned up! She needs to get to the Promenade!

[@MortskeRepair]

Awesome!

[@dude28405]

Buicks are the most awesome of the GM lineup if you ask me

[@andystark8434]

Run a ratchet strap around the frame then hook the ends to the jack that way car stays put and lower control arm goes up. Just my two cents tho!

[@dustyrusty6840]

I noticed that the radiator fins is clogged up, need to power wash to clean out the dirt or whatever clogging it up. As the old saying goes, need to check the loose nut behind the wheel. lol

[@MortskeRepair]

No doubt about that!

[@noj2448]

I guess that Duff knows his stuff. I haven't seen him this excited about a car for a while. Thanks!

[@MortskeRepair]

He sure does!

[@drewfausett5388]

every time Mortske says "hog a cam" makes my Listener #51 heart warm.

[@MortskeRepair]

Haha

[@BobOMKE858]

Wow was replacing that ball joint tough. Good job figuring out a way to get it done without loosing any fingers!

[@brianramsey7048]

Those are beautiful cars the style they have the console back seat it's just a great car.

[@MortskeRepair]

Agreed

[@brianramsey7048]

I sent you a ad of 1 for sale looked nice.

[@MortskeRepair]

@@brianramsey7048 I'll check it out. Thanks!

[@pnowikow]

I watch a lot of your videos man and I've never seen you get that excited when test driving a car before

[@rothgarn19]

Awesome job. Buick was ahead of time with that one. Always awesome to watch.

[@friguy4444]

Second time enjoying this video and car! This time in May 2023. Great stuff!

[@1964buick]

Glad to see another Buick back in operation!

[@jaymakormik6779]

You just could'nt resist beatin' that thing ,could ya ?!😄Donuts with the Doggy!!😉

[@MortskeRepair]

Nope

[@allenbeaulieu7077]

Great video with the Rivi Mortske!! Love that car. Lost the engine in my Electra. 455 spun a rod bearing. See you next time. Big Al.

[@davehoch2179]

You did MiJo proud ! Him and Lubey having a couple Yuks !

[@jasongross9458]

Id call it double deuce 😄 i love rivi’s

[@garybrady9531]

I enjoyed. Your earlier video of your dad's new rear-end but I needed more Mortske so here I am

[@MortskeRepair]

Much appreciated Gary!

[@donparker8246]

The Duffanator is just loving life with his head out the window. 😁 My dad had a 72 Ford pickup. 390 with an automatic. Pulled a camper like nobody's business. feel free to use that nickname if you like. You can even mention me😁👍

[@rickardjohnson4524]

Somebody needs to get this one, it's worth saving, have to do the whole body from scratch, wish I'd have the funds and the time to do it! Thank God Mortske saved another one from the old Cleckler, Thumbs Up....

[@scotthay1486]

The buick came right back with a little loving. What a good performance drivetrain and motor. An excellent barnfind.

[@johnfoy310]

Best thing i have seen in a long time ! Love Duff ! And i love Rivieras watched the whole thing cracked up when you go for a rip with duff 😍must be a popular channel mad Comercials all good 👍

[@paulroberts2302]

Loved watching you get the "Riverboat" running and burning the tires! I had a "68 Galaxy with a 390 in it back in the day, I smoked the tires every chance I got.

[@arthurrodriguez6878]

Saw my first one when I was 8 or 9. A friend of the family had won it. It was really an impressive car back then. Now after seeing your video, I want one!

[@stebro2738]

90's Riviera.... In my over 50 years of automotive love affair.. from '57 Chevy & 5 Olds up to formula 1; Mid 90's Riviera looked to me the best styled / understated body that came out of the General. Please!!.. Fix 'er up and enjoy her on weekends with the family. THAY'S what they were designed to be! And the Awesome candy apple red paint that came on them... made this Iconic car look stunning! I would give a lot to find one of these with a decent body..... & engine!

[@kellykonoske91]

Because they're FUN Mortske!!

[@bfgivmfith]

"I want that Purple stuff." You are killing me! LOL!

[@jayramsey4953]

Thank you again Mortski and Duffmiester. I appreciate your content. I’m in the hospital again unfortunately got pretty sick and had a heart attack and an infection in my left leg. Your content helps me get through the day to day of the hospital.

[@MortskeRepair]

Get well soon Jay!

[@caseyschesky3708]

Loved the Riv! Burnt rubber n' mouse pooh! Amazing. Thanks for the trip!

[@MortskeRepair]

Our pleasure!

[@TroysPop]

Always loved those Rivieras. I was most partial to the 1970 model, but then I started to grow attached to the new 1971 design. It was so crazy that it became lovable. Oh, and I really enjoyed Duff!

[@MortskeRepair]

Right on!

[@johnclark3431]

I'm sitting here listening to names going...."no that sounds dumb" and then you come to the part where you find a floor mat that says John... Lmfao my name's John! Basically telling me, shut up kid 🤣❤️! Love watching your videos tho Mort, I'm in the process of reviving my old 1955 Buick I saved from behind a cow pasture last year. 322 nailhead, minimal parts replaced, Just got it running recently actually! I listen and watch your videos while I work on my car, and I cannot thank you enough for all the motivation. The laughter also keeps me calm in those tough moments.

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad to hear it John!

[@markwatts6683]

Another Mortske "will it run" job well done and of course the commentary on point!!!!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks Mark!

[@robertordewald8678]

63 and 64 look like your car the 65 had the clamshell headlights I had a 63 back when they were younger and they're a nice ride and even the itty bitty little 401 was an absolute Stormer. Thanks from Virginia USA

[@jamesrobbins8938]

Its almost the same car from Roadhouse..... it's cool we can still name it Patrick.....😎😎😎.... Roadhouse

[@mitchellatta9808]

My dad had one of these with the 425, disk front brakes, silver, black interior, and radials... Great to be seen in, but not a great date car. Moms old three holer with bench seats, the best... 🤓👍

[@MortskeRepair]

Good to know!

[@judahsears4463]

The best way to celebrate that slick running 63 Riviera, Hamm's beer inna can . Classy. Ufda May, u betcha, put the tatter tots on top, eh? You're practically a Rockafeller, my friend. Cheers!