Factory Power Head Rests ! 1956 X Buick Century Convertible & Ride - My Car Story with Lou Costabile

[@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

[@ultraviolettp3446]

Where does one begin with a car like this. The colors on the car - the two tone exterior and the red wheel wells being replicated on the inside with the red accent on aqua base vinyls. This was from an era of design that simply cannot be replicated now. You were so right to point out the details (or as I call the hidden jewels of design). That engine was not only great sounding but looking at its layout you could see real engineering talent and machining and casting of metal parts. Today we get plastic everything. Arrrrrrrgh. You've outdone yourself with this one, Lou. One thing will always be constant with you - you will outdo yourself with another; the greatness of your channel!

[@loucostabile]

High praise. Thank you ultraviolet tp!

[@billace90]

Well, Lou, you couldn’t have said it hetter: “This is a jaw dropper” Thank you so much!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to share this "jaw dropper" with you :-) You're welcome Billace 90!

[@JONMEREDITH]

Wow! That stunning Buick is an object of perfection! I was floored in what GM achieved in non-gaudy statements with this super car! What a detailed video, too! Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

High praise. You're welcome Jon!

[@terrylew2209]

THIS is the kind of toy ive always dreamed of owning!! I guess im gonna have to buy more lottery tickets lol😂😂😂😂 Its incredible!

[@loucostabile]

HI Terry, Happy to read you appreciate "THIS is the kind of toy ive always dreamed of owning!!" :-) 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

[@johncornell3665]

What a sweet Buick. Talk about a piece of automotive history. Love all the modifications! Thanks Lou

[@loucostabile]

Hi John, You're right, this is a "piece of automotive history" :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@classicmusclecarexhaust1988]

I'm trying to come up with the proper words to describe this Century, but I'm speechless. 'Stunning' doesn't even scratch the surface. It's so far above any other prototype of the era because it looks like something the factory could have (SHOULD HAVE!) offered instead of being the typical over-the-top styling exercise. Just like the Gaylord you featured awhile back, this car has me drooling. Wow, you've outdone yourself with this one Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Tom (and JudyAnn), High praise. Happy to read this car is "napkin" worthy, Lou

[@jaygatz4335]

This was the car of the Century!

[@joehallen4510]

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[@joehallen4510]

Wow bc it has a manual transmission ❤❤❤

[@BevoTC]

I had the wonderful opportunity for my '56 Olds Starfire (which Lou did a segment on about 5-6 years ago) to be parked next to Steve's '56 Buick at the 2024 Arizona Concours d'Elegance car show. This unique Buick has to be seen to be believed. When I met Steve in the event parking garage the night before the show and he showed me all the one-off elements of this car, I told my wife that everyone else in our class was competing for second place because I was 100% certain the Buick would win the class (which it did). My favorite parts are the unique intake manifold with 4 side draft carbs, and the rocker panel exhaust, but it is all spectacular. On top of that, Steve was a real gentleman who loves to talk cars. I was happy for my Starfire to win a class award at the show and I didn't feel bad at all about losing to such an incredible Buick. Lou, it was great seeing you at the show and thanks for sharing this unicorn of a car with everyone!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Terry, So fun to see you & you're cool car at the show. Here is your car for the Viewers too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3nTh3imqJtgpqM

[@buzzwaldron6195]

Back in the day I daily drove a '57 Olds 98 StarFire... was amazed how fast it was...

[@robertphillips6296]

I am a Sucker for Buick Century’s. Thank you for posting.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Robert, Happy to share this 1 of 1 Buick Century with you :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@peterhodges6684]

They never build the best ones, gorgeous !!! Absolutely gorgeous !!!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "Absolutely gorgeous !!!" :-)

[@unclerudy9797]

Beautiful Buick ! Thanks for posting Lou !

[@loucostabile]

You're welcome Rudy !

[@boson2916]

The styling is so beautiful and I like the striking color of the interior too.

[@loucostabile]

Hi boson, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Lou

[@bryantboren3783]

Thanks!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bryant, SUPER THANK YOU FOR THE SUPER THANKS! I appreciate the support, Lou

[@revvyhevvy]

Beautiful car! Road exhaust! Wire wheels w/knock-offs! Swivel drivers seat ! Auto headrests! 4 side draft Carter carbs! X Model! Too cool! Excellent, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Robert, High praise. My pleasure sharing this car with you, Lou

[@RichardQuitel]

Thank you, LOU for another fabulous example of 1950S futuristic styles. One of Buicks finest. Thank you for showing us the treats in the trunk in all your videos. Extra special. 😊

[@loucostabile]

Hi Richard, Happy to share this "Extra special" car with you :-) My pleasure sharing with you, Lou

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

What an amazing Buick! They included everything you would want and wrapped it all up with fantastic styling, too! What a treat to see. Thanks, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi TheGunfighter45acp, Happy to share this "treat" with you :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@mrbear3579]

I have always loved the look of the 53 Skylark Conv., but now, even more with this 56 Century X. Thank you for showing it!

[@loucostabile]

Hi MR Bear, Happy to read you love the look 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

[@richardkelly4667]

A wonderful choice for My Car Story, Lou! What makes this car special is that the customization is not flamboyant. The details are there, for those who can appreciate them.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Richard, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Lou

[@Johnny53kgb-nsa]

Stunning piece of automotive history.

[@loucostabile]

High praise.

[@josephconsoli4128]

The color combo is knock-out. I also love the dual console's and the side exhaust outlets. Just a jewel from any viewpoint!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Joseph, Happy to share this "jewel" with you :-) Lou

[@chrisjeffries2322]

Thank you, Steve, for sharing your spectacular 1956 Buick. She is Simply DeLuxe! 🚙

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy this "Simply DeLuxe!" car :-)

[@craigjorgensen4637]

Beyond description. So many irreplaceable parts that I would be afraid to take it out on city streets. It really should be on display in a museum! A work of art.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Craig, High praise :-) My pleasure sharing this "work of art" with you, Lou

[@stevegordon5243]

What an absolute stunning piece of history, craftsmanship and innovation!

[@loucostabile]

High praise.

[@peterhallock9486]

When cars / automobile's were pure art, oh how we've regressed. 🥰🥰🥰 My aunt bought a new electra 225 conv in silver. Something really special to ride in.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Peter, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Aunts 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

[@cdncitizen4700]

The color combinations are brilliant, love the different shades and shiny metallic blue seats! So futuristic and rich in design elements! I was thinking it had some "Corvette overlaps" when it rolled up, glad to hear it was done by design.

[@loucostabile]

Hi CDN Citizen, Thank you for sharing the details you appreciate, Lou

[@TSBTC]

Sensory Overload. The more you look at the beautiful car the more you see. Thank you Steve for allowing Lou to share this amazing car with the world. Perfect example of when cars were designed with people with vision and not a computer. Also an wonderful example of when design over profit was the way with GM. Amazing!!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Tom, Happy to read "The more you look at the beautiful car the more you see." :-) My pleasure sharing this car with you, Lou

[@jerrycook9802]

I just bought a 92 roadmaster. Always wanted one. But now it feels so inadequate to this. This is probably the coolest Buick I have ever seen. Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jerry, Most cars of ANY BRAND are going to feel inadequate to this :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@PinnacleWindPower]

I believe I was introduced to that car in it's un-restored condition in Wyoming Michigan back in the 70's in an old rundown 1 stall garage. Even back then the person who showed it to me knew what it was and how special it was, showed me all the special details, like tach, prototype moldings, side pipes, power seats and such.

[@loucostabile]

Hi PinnacleWindPower, Happy to read this car brings back memories of the car you remember :-) 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

[@timodore7256]

Not enough superlatives to describe this fine automobile! Absolutely incredible, it goes to show that there's still amazing cars out there that I didn't know existed.

[@loucostabile]

High praise.

[@cjdesign5700]

Steve's Buick is amazing...just wow. Thanks Lou.

[@loucostabile]

"just wow" Well said. You're welcome Cj Design.

[@brianaustin208]

Once again you've blown me away with this gorgeous 56'Buick X that carb set up is so trick ,thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "Once again you've blown me away with this gorgeous 56'Buick X" :-) You're welcome Brian!

[@patcurrie9888]

Super Buick, great colors with side pipes! I've been to the AZ Concours so many pristine to choose from. Glad you picked Steve and his Buick.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Pat, A great car, and so much fun to share with you :-) Lou

[@jean-pierrethibaudeau7201]

That is an absolute beauty! My father had the 1956 Buick Special but this is 3 notches above! What a luxury for the era. Thanks Lou for finding those rare gems! 🙏☺️

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jean-Pierre, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Fathers car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou P.S. did you see this car? kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaqyfKmYgNSonNU

[@jean-pierrethibaudeau7201]

@@loucostabile Wow, that is old! 😳 Pretty basic stuff but they thought of everything. One cylinder! I love the petroleum kettle! No gas station! I guess my name inspired you to send me this link? Jeanperrin. Amazing what has been done in the last century or so. Thanks Lou! ☺️👍

[@joesmallwood593]

WOW Lou how do you keep coming up with such great pieces of history watched vid 3 times went home and showed wife on big screen your great Lou thanks

[@loucostabile]

High praise. Ok Joe, now I'm curious what your wife thought? You're welcome.

[@acatal2464]

What a beautiful looking car and 1955 -56 Buick is one of my favorite cars!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "1955 -56 Buick is one of my favorite cars!" :-) NICE!

[@bruceh92]

Wow, incredible '56 Buick! Lou, thanks for this feature, a real one-off showstopper!

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-) You're welcome Bruce H.

[@martinsuter3531]

What an absolutely amazing car! I think Buick made a huge mistake in not putting this car into production exactly "as is" and marketing it as a very limited production "above top of the line" ultra premium priced car. Besides actually selling a fair number of them, it would've sparked Buick sales across the entire Buick model line by generating a huge amount of showroom traffic! I wonder if Cadillac had anything to do do with this not happening as Cadillac didn't have anything to compete with this and the top brass at GM was afraid the hugely profitable Cadillac Division would lose showroom traffic and thus sales to this and other lesser Buick models?

[@loucostabile]

Hi Martin, High praise. Happy to share this car with you :-) Lou

[@kenster865]

Oh wow, this is one way-cool car!! I don't know how you keep finding guys with these really cool cars but this one, for me, is at the top of the list. This is a definite two-thumbs up video!! 👍👍

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ken, Happy to read "this one, for me, is at the top of the list" :-) High praise. Lou

[@charleshaggard4341]

I believe this is my favorite of all the cars I have seen. This is incredible.

[@loucostabile]

High praise.

[@charleshaggard4341]

@@loucostabile I went to his website and looked at his car collection. He has a lot of Cadillacs, Buicks, and Pontiacs. I would like to see more from his collection. Thanks again, Lou. You never disappoint.

[@OldDood]

Well Lou you have one of the better 'Jobs' out there. You get to See, Feel, and Learn about our classic vehicles. Thank you for sharing. Now you must have some classics of your own. When will we see one of them? Take Care.

[@loucostabile]

Hi OldDood, Thank you for the SUPER THANKS! That helps me get around the country to share the cars with you. Here is my car. Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZS5f4arat2pbLs

[@loucostabile]

...and one more. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKatf2ONZ96anJY

[@loucostabile]

hoping a muscle car from the late 1960's & a classic late 1950's Finned car someday :-)

[@bozodog428]

Lou, you really out did yourself on this one. So much awesomeness.

[@loucostabile]

High praise Sego fla :-)

[@philipchesley9615]

Belated welcome to Scottsdale, Az buddy!!! Love the X!!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to share the "X" with you. Stay tuned, more from AZ coming :-)

[@JeffKing310]

Wow, very cool car. Love the one offs (and Canadian cars)! Thank you so much Lou and Steve. What a treat.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeff, Happy to receive a "Wow, very cool car" from you :-) I love the one offs too. You're welcome, Lou

[@randyguyer]

Another great car. I gotta say, "who does Steve remind you of" ? He has so many cars that there isn't enough time to drive them all. Referring to his cars he says "The bigger the better"! Spoken like a real American (even though he's Canadian). Steve and I should meet sometime and admire each others collections. Thanks Lou!!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Randy, You're both two peas in a pod :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@citibear57]

What an awesome My Car Story. What a fabulous Buick! Thank you Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to share this "fabulous Buick!" with you :-) You're welcome Mike!

[@СергійШамін]

Фантастичне авто! Двигун, салон, багажник! І всюди хром! Дякую!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Сергій, High praise. You're welcome, Lou

[@matrox]

He said.....Fantastic car! Engine, interior, trunk! And chrome everywhere! Yuck!

[@patkane761]

One off Buick Convertible, all the things I love to hear together except one, mine. I was lucky enough to work on a 1of 1 1964 Impala SS convertible, it was built for a GM VP's son. A lot of the one off electrical opts weren't working, I had to figure it out. The last thing was 1 off power vent windows and the 6 button switch. Cadillac motors in the windows and I had to repair the switch. Your videos just keep getting better and better, thanks Lou.💚✌️

[@loucostabile]

Hi Pat, Happy to read you had an opportunity to work on that 1 of 1 1964 Impala :-) Glad to be able to share this fun car with you. You're welcome, Lou

[@billmagorian490]

Lou you have had some amazing cars on your program but this one is the most amazing in my memory. Not only that but you did an amazing job of letting the owner tell his car story and what a story. Only once did you get sidetracked with a numbered plate while he was showing the interior. I really commend you for the question you had before you moved on to the engine. "Is there anything else you want to share about the interior?" Again great job Lou! Keep it up.

[@loucostabile]

Bill, you're starting to find a soft spot in your heart for me aren't you :-)

[@johnhart125]

Just a gorgeous piece of history, rolling art !

[@loucostabile]

High praise.

[@richcoleman469]

Incredibly beautiful car. Thanks for the ride.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rich, Happy to share this "Incredibly beautiful car" with you :-) You're welcome.

[@halhenryg]

Lou, you have surpassed my expectations once again! In the many years of watching your postings, this one I needed duct tape (keep my jaw from hitting the floor) as well as a drool cup below my mouth. The exterior color and interior, Wow. Blown away with this one of one Buick. Steve Plunkett Thank you as well for sharing this GEM!

[@loucostabile]

halhenryg, "ou have surpassed my expectations once again! In the many years of watching your postings, this one I needed duct tape (keep my jaw from hitting the floor) as well as a drool cup below my mouth" Happy to read this one is worthy of a napkin :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@davidstahl5707]

Another great car Lou! It came out when I was 14. But, unlike so many others of the era I don’t remember it. I guess my young mind was always distracted by the Packard carribean..

[@loucostabile]

Hi David, Happy to read "Another great car" :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@brianmoore6306]

@What a beauty! The minute it pulled around the corner at the beginning of the video...I was smiling! Love the red wheel wells! So many modifications that make it great. It looked really good with the top up or down! Tghose electric headrests reallty shocked me. Beautiful interior.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Brian, Happy to read "What a beauty!" Glad to read this one has you smiling. Me too. My pleasure sharing this car with you, Lou

[@OldDood]

Thanks!

[@loucostabile]

SUPER THANK YOU OldDood FOR THE SUPER THANKS! I appreciate your support, Lou

[@danam0228]

A lot of stuff on this car is so modern. So awesome. Love it.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "Love it" :-)

[@jakespeed63]

Lou, my friend and I are big fans of these factory experimentals. He actually owns a 1961 Cadillac show car, That was Bill Mitchell’s personal car as well. This Hass to be one of the most incredible cars ever on your show. I noticed so many little details that he forgot to mention, or there was not time for. Thank you very much for sharing this with us. JT Orlando FLA P.S. We would normally be at Amelia Island this weekend, but just can’t make it this year.

[@loucostabile]

jakespeed63, I like the factory experimentals too. Sure hope I see the 1961 Cadillac show car, that sounds like a great one for sure, Lou

[@Robert-q7q6m]

What a beautiful ride. Love Buicks, I have one now.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Glad to read you have a Buick now.

[@gene978]

I don’t know what to say Lou. Except CONGRATS on finding this,

[@loucostabile]

Thank you gene978 :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you.

[@michaelcoffey7362]

Very nice 😊

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael, Happy to read "very nice' :-) Lou

[@terryeustice5399]

Had a 1956 Roadmaster that was handed down to me.Never seen this make and model least a convertible. Beautiful paint job. The wheels are custom to this car I believe. Buick hub caps had the red center. Not real flashy. The tail lights were iconic.This is an amazing car and a prototype makes it more desirable. Thanks for sharing this special car. Loved it. ❤️💯👍👊

[@loucostabile]

Hi Terry, Happy to read you had an awesome 1956 Roadmaster. NICE! You're welcome and glad to read "Loved it." :-)

[@yodajolewis1728]

Now thats a car with class

[@loucostabile]

Well said.

[@leroycaudill96]

This is one beautiful Buick love these cars Thanks Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "love these cars" :-) You're welcome Leroy.

[@Mitch-h8i]

Four "Ventiports on fender hint at Roadmaster to me,all others had three. True American classic!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mitch, Thank you for viewing and sharing what you noticed. 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

[@treesnmoguls]

Ditto to the other comments plus beautiful, over the top, thank you so much!

[@loucostabile]

Hi treesnmoguls, High praise. You're welcome. Lou

[@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461]

🙋‍♂️THANKS LOU ,STEVE…AMAZING WHAT BILL MITCHELL WAS ABLE TO DO BACK THEN 🤩🤯 LOVE ❤️ EVERYTHING ESPECIALLY THE COLORS…🤗😎💚💚💚

[@loucostabile]

Hi Budget Audiophile Life-long, Happy to share this special 1 of 1 with you :-) You're welcome.

[@presspound7358]

Amazing vehicle. This 1956 edition was meant to be exceptional in ways that exemplify the exuberance and swagger of Post WWII America. This specific custom order is of museum quality because of its impeccable condition and additionally because of the sophistication found in the classic convertible body lines, the two tone color distribution… a true testament of luxury, taste and technology which typified US confidence in its future. Powerhouse 1950s prestige and many a teenager’s dream ride. “Dad, can I borrow the Buick tonight ?” “Yeah, I suppose son … but stay outa trouble.” Congrats on this recent purchase. Canada’s Eastern Seaboard 👍🇨🇦🚗🥇🏆

[@loucostabile]

Hi Presspound#, 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

[@TheDejael]

Bill Mitchell's baby. This car is probably what a 1956 Buick Skylark convertible would have looked like, if they had built one.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Donald, Happy to share Bill's Baby with you :-) Lou

[@peterruddick1952]

Really nice. I cant help wonder how the '57-'58 Buicks were style-challenged (IMO) after seeing this '56 experimental beauty, which I was totally unaware of

[@loucostabile]

Hi Peter, Happy to read "Really nice" :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@gregmckinney7178]

There are no words good enough for this car !!!!!!!

[@loucostabile]

High praise.

[@didi960]

A wonderful car with extreme beautiful colours. design sculptures for eternity....greets from the ex Carland germany ;))

[@loucostabile]

Hi didi960 from Carland Germany, 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

[@Crazyuncle1]

I pity those who didn’t grow up in the 50s and 60s. Marvelous cars we loved and drove with pride. The Big three were run by Car people, the cars had personalities and we couldn’t wait for the new designs every fall. I miss em. I wish I had a Time Machine. I would go back and buy one , for a couple thousand $, and bring it home.

[@loucostabile]

Good news! All those cars from the past you enjoy are all right here on this KZbin Channel.

[@michaelbyrne8860]

How in the Heck do you find these Beautiful Vehicles? Especially this Buick Prototype from 1956! The Chrome, Paint Colors it's just Gorgeous! A Lucky Owner!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael, "How in the Heck do you find these Beautiful Vehicles?" I search, I listen, I talk to Car people, you see :-) Happy to read you enjoy this one. Speaking of this Owner, did you see this one too? Enjoy! Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/sH2bd4eBhrx4i5o

[@michaeltipton5500]

Wow if that car doesn't turn heads, nothing will. That car is priceless.

[@loucostabile]

High praise.

[@davidphillips5395]

Just wow. Excellent. Interesting that it has vacuum w/s wipers. It's hard to believe this is the same styling group that gave us the 1958 Buick. Talk about a contrast! I always felt the '57 was the prettiest of any of the Buicks of that decade.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "Just wow" :-)

[@guglielmo64]

Incredible Buick!

[@loucostabile]

I agree.

[@jamesdubois1521]

We had my grandfather's '56 4 hole "Century Special" 4 dr. post car.

[@loucostabile]

Hi James, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Grandfathers 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

[@rorymaciver5756]

Lou what do you say about this Car I'm shaking my head I've never seen one Fantastic and from my home province, I grew up in London, Huge bigger then huge Thank you.

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-) You're welcome Rory.

[@motorTranz]

Beautiful, extremely rare Buick 😍😍😍😍😍 Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to share this rare Buick with you. You're welcome motorTranz!

[@garypiont6114]

Thanks Lou total gem.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to share this "total gem" with you. You're welcome Gary.

[@tedlawrence4189]

I was born in '49. My dad bought a new '53 Ford Crestline V8. By '56 I was paying attention to cars. By '59 I had a crush on a girl. Her mother drove a'56 Roadmaster Conv. Had pwr windows and seats etc. They had purchased it new. We still had the old Ford. That Buick was a very attractive car.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ted, Sounds like lot's of fun car memories :-) Lou

[@tedlawrence4189]

Yes especially some fun my girlfriend and I had in that car. I do own a nice Buick of newer vintage. It is a '89 Park Avenue. Has leather and only 17,000 miles. Bought it in an estate sale. My wife has a 2022 Accord. She says that the Buick has so much more class.

[@tonycolca2241]

What would be a blast is to park this car next to a stock 56 Buick century and find all the custom items.

[@loucostabile]

....that would be fun :-)

[@cmoore7700]

Wow is she pretty. My own jaw is dropped. What can you say about a car this special except. Thanks for sharing with us. Stay well Lou and Steve

[@loucostabile]

Hi C Moore, Happy to share this "jaw dropper" with you :-) Lou

[@delrayshaffer6376]

Simply magnificent!

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@matrox]

Dat dere is a true work of art.

[@loucostabile]

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

[@tonycolca2241]

I love the colors!

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@jeffreymartin6369]

Our Mercedes Benz has electric headrests but it was resent! I’d forgotten how slow those tops were! I’m very sick or I would have been here sooner Lou, you know I like to be first or early. lol

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeffrey, Happy to read your Mercedes has electric head rests too :-) NICE!

[@fredanddebramacdonald2445]

Words are inadequate to describe this one! Thanks, Lou! You always bring us the best stuff.

[@loucostabile]

"Words are inadequate to describe this one!" Well said :-) You're welcome Fred and Debra MacDonald!

[@robertlombardi2228]

Beautiful car - love the color!

[@loucostabile]

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

[@petemedina8446]

Wow what amazing car very cool and interesting and a little head of this time😮

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "Wow what amazing car very cool and interesting and a little head of this time" :-)

[@stevebyrne4235]

Spectacular; go Leafs go! Thanks

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read "Spectacular" :-) You're welcome Steve.

[@tpock63]

Jaw dropping Buick the engineers & designers must of had a open check book from GM

[@loucostabile]

High praise.

[@timothyknight2236]

That car has it all - It's delicious!!

[@loucostabile]

High praise.

[@robertmetcalf2461]

Just O My , thank you

[@loucostabile]

You're welcome.

[@JohnCBurzynski]

Love the paint.

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@tonycolca2241]

This car is definitely a one of. NICE

[@loucostabile]

Hi Tony, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) Lou

[@tommygtr3571]

Spectacular!

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@juanasanelli6831]

QUE AUTO Lou este coche es quizá uno de los más bonitos y conservado que has traido, Saluda de mi parte y felicita a su dueño😅

[@loucostabile]

Hi Juan, High praise. Happy to share this car with you :-) Lou

[@danflisser5171]

What about those high A-pillar mounted side-view mirrors .... on both sides ...? Always seemed that such mirrors were hold-overs from the 1930's .... when designers were just beginning to experiment with them. By the '50's, fender-mounted mirrors seemed more rakish. Yet this highly modified & engineered Buick has the somewhat stodgy high-mounted mirrors. Odd & curious.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dan, Thank you for viewing and sharing what you notice, Lou

[@MostlyBuicks]

STUNNING!!!

[@loucostabile]

NICE!!!

[@randytim512]

The 1956 Buick was the best styled Buick of all time.

[@loucostabile]

High praise.

[@davidstahl5707]

I personally think the 59 was the best. But this is great too.