HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BUILD A LOWRIDER?? |

[@mrslonestar]

#1wife 😂 pictures do not do this beauty justice at all! Everyone must get a chance to see it in person!

[@eazzyblue3755]

How many times did yall fight about this car?🤭

[@LonestarChicPlansTX]

​@@eazzyblue3755😂 Never!

[@eazzyblue3755]

@@LonestarChicPlansTX awesome! Cool to hear you supported him all the way 👏

[@BIGCHIEF305]

Nobody does this. Nobody talks dollars and I never understand why. Thanks for laying it all out bare. It gives people a chance to try to understand what a dream like this takes.

[@lonestarlows]

yeah i dont know why. its not a secret how much things cost.

[@williambarry8015]

Discovery channel is missing a huge opportunity. A TV show "American Lowrider" would be a hit. Lowriders aren't my style but there is so much work and tallent that goes into those things that it would make for great telivision.

[@midwest5989]

Man you just built one of the baddest 60 convertible lowriders. You showed the whole build start to finish. Shared wisdom along the way. Gave credit to all that helped. Proved that no corners were cut. I’m thankful for people like you that make these videos cause that helps me with my build. God bless y’all! 🙌🏽

[@lonestarlows]

yessir, thank you for watching

[@lencampa9049]

Thanks for the build and showing us what it takes to build it rite n tight and the cost of every piece and bolt to put that beauty 2gether.thanks for being UPFRONT about the car itemizied each things on the car intersting 😊 now how much. do u want for it $$$$!!😮

[@lonestarlows]

👀

[@damonchandler-z8h]

"Thank you to the man upstairs for making it all possible!" Bless you for that, brother! Great work.❤

[@lonestarlows]

Thank you

[@natecox7083]

Bro you guys inspired me to try to do my own own build. Thank you so much for all the time and effort you put into this channel.

[@lonestarlows]

Thank you for watching

[@tyronechatman2592]

Congratulations on the completion of your '60 Chevrolet Impala convertible. It's impressive that it was built by you, your wife, and friends, in your garage/shop. Thank you for documenting the build as well. This is definitely a learning tool for anyone building a classic automobile. Most importantly I appreciate your sharing the cost of the build. Although not inexpensive, the cost to completion is far less than what a reputable shop would charge/cost. I say, "building a classic car is not for those faint of wallet". Not only is it expensive, but (as you stated) it's a commitment. Congratulations and thank you again for sharing your build with us all.

[@kobra_style]

First things first. God bless your wife for having your back. I don't keep track of how much I have spent/mispent on my 61 (I don't want to depress myself lol) but I estimate its probably around the same amount. I lucked out and bought a lot of stuff pre-covid so I got lucky there. I always joke with my family that another 100,000 dollars into the car and I will be halfway to being finished.

[@mrslonestar]

Wives don't get enough credit! 😊 It was certainly a team effort!

[@vrj1646]

Awesome build! Dedication! Beautiful car!

[@juanbcreative]

Congratulations to you, the Mrs., and the #GetItDoneCrew on the build! Way to stay with it and digging deep. Thank you for all the tips, transparency, and motivation and we look forward to seeing the other upcoming builds. ¡Pa'lante!

[@chrismorton2633]

Looking good!

[@lonestarlows]

Yessir!

[@donaldgray8864]

I loved following the build! It turned out clean!!

[@jessevillanueva6153]

Beautiful ride,beautiful build.

[@lonestarlows]

thx

[@lionelrodriguezjr.1105]

Congratulations on such a great built, thank you for sharing your knowledge and process to make a reality such a dream… Once I’m ready to build mine, would you mind if I reach out? Enjoy your built!!!

[@402_Impala]

Awesome way to be transparent and be 💯 thanks for being real! Beautiful

[@gerardfenn3988]

Into this video for the first 3 minutes and I am already loving your wife for being on board with this build. Her comments are putting a smile on my face and I hope to see the smile on her face as she rides in the car enjoying what you sweated for. It's called a "Team Effort". Back to the video. ; )

[@mrslonestar]

😊 can't wait for a ride ...I keep bugging. 😂 Certainly a team effort! 💪

[@lonestarlows]

More to come!

[@glockmonster2051]

Beautiful fuckin car man, WOW, your blessed to have a wife and friends that support you and helped you accomplish this goal, awesome! Nice car bro.

[@lonestarlows]

Thank you

[@ClassicChrome86]

Awesome work on the 60! Thanks for posting!

[@mnwoodshop3877]

I definitely enjoyed watching the videos on that build.You built one beautiful car.

[@lonestarlows]

thx

[@jrperez1840]

Beautiful build !

[@lonestarlows]

Thanks!

[@virgosstar]

12/24. You showed you hours now if you charged what you make an hour now. What would that add to the total Hope I didn’t miss it if you mentioned it. You are a master craftsman and I am blown away by this whole video. Never seen a breakdown as good. Thx for sharing

[@lonestarlows]

yeah i didnt mention my hourly rate. i dont even work in this industry i do it as a hobby. but you can imagine no less than $50/hr labor rate...for someone to do it all in house. and thats being very conservative. thank you for tuning in!

[@neuyen001]

Amazing build. Great team counting wife and the get it done crew

[@blue32nu]

Love the transparency! Sounds like you gotta add upholstery to your skill set👍

[@lonestarlows]

amateur hour on the upholstery but it looks decent!

[@salr5272]

Congratulations on the build been watching since day one.

[@lonestarlows]

thank you for staying tuned in!

[@majesticsjroll5037]

Beautiful brotha congrats on the build!

[@lonestarlows]

thx

[@sbcentralcitytattzstudio3541]

Proper build.. awesome job. Right on the money with the hours and dollar amount.

[@lonestarlows]

thank you

[@franciscodeleon4235]

Amazing Work. All the way around. Appreciate all your time and extra time it takes to film an edit as doing the magic. Gods Speed.

[@lonestarlows]

thank you. i wish i could film more. i need a camera man.

[@guschacon8964]

WOW 🎉🎉🎉 ITS AMAZING!! 👏 👏👏 SO FRESH!! JOB WELL DONE TEAM!!😎😎😎

[@joemendez1153]

A huge salute to you & Mrs Lonestar & the get it done crew!! I definitely enjoyed the ride from start to finish. You turned out one beautiful mean green 60! 🤘🏽😎🤘🏽

[@lonestarlows]

thank you for all the comments joe!

[@LonestarChicPlansTX]

🔥

[@getoffmychit]

Congratulations on The 60.. came out really nice. 🙏🙏

[@lonestarlows]

thx

[@jagjerry43]

That sucker came out amazing bro. I’ve been watching from the beginning. Awesome work my brother. Jerry from Albuquerque New Mexico. 🎉🎉🎉

[@lonestarlows]

thank you

[@hdvette64]

You should be proud! Magnificent workmanship, truly top notch. Now take some time and enjoy it. I look forward to seeing the next build.

[@lonestarlows]

thanks for watching!

[@edgrabski1390]

Amazing !!!!!!!!!!! Great Video to explain to others a little about the build and the cost. People can have a plan/idea to build some car to race/restore/custom or any other type. The problem is thru no fault of their own they lack funds/experience/tools/connections/people to talk too and a place to work long term. AKA they have no idea how long or how much money they need. You are lucky to have a group of guys that can work together and have different skills. And you help each other for long amounts of time. Some people like to have a lot of help but after they finish their project you never see them again. Not your guys they always show up to help each other all the time. Very rare to have a group like this. Even after all the money that was spent Mrs. Lownstar had enough to get her Nails done 🙂 As my Wife would say "It's not how you feel it's how you look" words to live by........................

[@lonestarlows]

thanks ed. mrs is a big part of the picture

[@LonestarChicPlansTX]

Haha! Yep! I could still afford to get my nails done! 😊 We have never gone without! Just took some planning!

[@edgrabski1390]

Lots of people never figure out that a little planning goes a long way.

[@LonestarChicPlansTX]

@@edgrabski1390 so true!

[@frankyfrank6387]

Nice work and thx for keeping it 💯 with us on the build 🍻

[@cliffjamerson3107]

The car is beautiful you did a great job

[@lonestarlows]

thank you

[@mannylopez2831]

Wow this is something too look at color is perfect

[@HogHead504]

Hats off to u and ur build!!! Beautiful. In the middle of a 63 build. It’s kicking my ass at the moment

[@kevinharris2614]

That was awesome,glad I was on here watching the progress. Thank you for sharing with us brotha👊🏾

[@rdelacruz1987]

Dope, I always watched on IG and from time to time I would ask a question and he would answer. SOLID, wish I had homies like you & yours to help each other out. Top '60 in my eyes...

[@lonestarlows]

i try my best to respond to all comments. but sometimes youtube doesnt post my responses!

[@robsoultrain1061]

💪🏾💪🏾🔥💯 very nice ride I enjoyed watching the process and progress on this project and I appreciate how you gave up game and helped others save money and time

[@lonestarlows]

thank you. next up 62

[@westsideofphoenix]

An absolute masterpiece! Thank you for sharing these great videos with your audience. You're truly blessed to have had the support from your friends and family with the build and videos. You guys brought us great content and shared tons of knowledge. Hopefully, the videos will contiue with Bobby's Deuce now! Lol ! God Bless you and yours Bro!

[@lonestarlows]

thank you. yes bobbys duece is next. but before that , we have a 59 HT coming down here for a quick paint job.

[@westsideofphoenix]

@@lonestarlows Thats’s riiight, man I forgot about Rockets 59. Well, that’s good to know we will see new videos much sooner Bro😄! Saludos!

[@ojscustoms9251]

That car is absolutely beautiful!

[@lonestarlows]

thank you for watching

[@hector2890]

Now that the wife isn't recording and listening, what's the REAL $$$ amount?? 😳😬😁

[@AMB1800]

Super nice that you kept track of all cost and share it with us! It sure was a lot of money man but still there are some things on that list that doubled up by 2024! By the way, people on here saying that you could make money on it by selling it, totally forget the 1600 hours you guys put in 😵

[@lonestarlows]

yes...i could make money, but if u factor in labor. it would probably come out to about 20 dollars an hour

[@Gabeg1001]

Thanks for sharing beautiful build

[@lonestarlows]

thank you

[@magicman_metal_fab]

Considering what you have “which is absolutely stunning “ that’s cheap!!! Well done brother. Such a beautiful car.

[@lonestarlows]

thank you

[@MAGOOUNO1]

SICK BUILD CONGRATULATIONS!!❤‍🔥❤‍🔥

[@goudanomics]

Thank you for this video. My dream is to build a 61 rag and a 40’s bomba. I gotta get to work lol, I knew lowriding was expensive but damn I underestimated it

[@quantelwaggoner3326]

Badass car built not bought and the quality reflects that

[@lowridercoloringbook]

Love the car and this video, really cool when you show and brake it all down like this. A couple things worth mentioning is learning new things by doing them yourself and the satisfaction afterward. (cant put a price on that) Another thing is time, if you would let someone else build it for you (different shops) alot of stuff can go wrong/take waaay longer then anticipated…We all heard those kind of stories and life is seldom a straight line without bumps along the way. And the longer it takes the chance of something unforseen happening increases, or you just drop your own motivation along the line.

[@lonestarlows]

agree with everything

[@NJgarageguy]

That car is absolutely gorgeous

[@lonestarlows]

thank you

[@streetsc.c.tucsonaz9183]

Great video brother 👍🏽

[@vicentecastro9403]

You built a great looking car.

[@lonestarlows]

thank you

[@Yzerone]

Beautiful build bossman Your really talented Your car is a nice 1

[@serrano2308]

You did an amazing job bro one bad ass 60

[@lonestarlows]

thanks

[@davidjamesmontes]

BadAzz job , well done! It's sad that you had to be subjected to today's prices. Having built many cars in the past, I can tell you this, you did a heck of a job!

[@lonestarlows]

thank you. yes. in 2003 i bought a 64 convertible and drove it home on the freeway for 9 grand...

[@sergiogonzalez661]

Impressive god bless

[@armandonava6575]

Enjoy this Ride it is definitely a beautiful car , and don’t sell it.

[@Downtime_videos]

Super clean

[@original8616]

Salute 🫡 to you and your friends you guys did a outstanding job she is beautiful

[@Cheez1979]

What about the daytons?

[@lonestarlows]

Both wheels are factored in the frame cost I believe, which is why the frame cost is so high

[@roob429m4]

Are cars out of state with a bill of sale a hassle to register?

[@lonestarlows]

I dont buy cars that don't have titles

[@artgonzalez8822]

Cool ride. The OG engine would have looked good too.

[@lonestarlows]

True!

[@reignman0311]

But not as reliable and running changes, flooding etc. in hot and cold weather and of course fires up on one crank even if it' sits or stored for awhile😉

[@georgewallace6661]

Gorgeous 60 I built a 60 Brookwood 2dr wagon turned into a Impala wagon all Impala trim in & out bagged I used it for Raider games in Oakland before move rattle canned it satin blk silver flaked I chromed the panels roll pans what ever ya call um that blinkers/running lights go on chromer wouldn't polish /prep thin metal so I did it came out 💯 I also have rottweilers so juice our a question motor 79 Z-28 350/350 used 350 youlk spindles master cylinder had buy after market power booster small one was also building 67 ElCo I used repop radiator from 67 Elco fit 0 modification short headers from small block had layin around when I was building it they didn't repop anything for 60s so ALL trim rockets side quarter upper stream from rockets all OG 60 Impala found a NOS lower rocker S/S like ur's I still have if interested a spare OG eyebrows reworked like new and bottom trim grill ? If interested again nice build man

[@PeachCoastLowrider]

hey brother . what did you use to polish all the chrome/ trim ? And you said by hand right? I've used stuff on my 63 trim but doesn't look near as good as yours .

[@lonestarlows]

Most of it was chrome plated

[@PeachCoastLowrider]

@lonestarlows well, the trim around the front windshield I believe you pointed to and said you buffed it by hand . unless I heard wrong .

[@lonestarlows]

@PeachCoastLowrider yes. That was stainless I used a professional grade buffer on a stand. I have some videos on the channel explaining that procrss

[@PeachCoastLowrider]

@@lonestarlows ohhhh okay I'll have to look for it ! what liquid did ya use ?

[@surgecorleone9358]

What carpet material do you recommend that won't fade

[@lonestarlows]

ACC carpets is all ive ever used.

[@surgecorleone9358]

Ok Thank you Also, What is the color code for the green paint ??

[@lonestarlows]

1960 cascade green

[@surgecorleone9358]

Beautiful gracias The lighter green color stripe that's part of the spear is what color ?

[@lonestarlows]

@surgecorleone9358 custom

[@buggz1604]

Brand-new 60!

[@inglewoodblackman6038]

Nice 🔥

[@lonestarlows]

thx

[@eazzyblue3755]

I remember in the 90s i saw a video where a guy said “lowriding is the poor man’s sport”. Boy that is not true these days 😞

[@lonestarlows]

I remember that video. That's why I'm disgusting by the current costs.

[@eazzyblue3755]

@@lonestarlowsyessir

[@Jason-zw2dg]

​@lonestarlows can we get a shot of it locked up, pleeeease

[@leemontoya8028]

What a fool he is! it's never been a poor mans sport! it all cost's!

[@eazzyblue3755]

@@leemontoya8028 true, but lowrider products have got ridiculously expensive these days, more than they have ever been

[@impalaserg]

what was the cost of just the motor?

[@leemontoya8028]

What a master piece! Question! is she street legal being she has no wipers? can you register her? " Beautiful"

[@lonestarlows]

thx

[@ronnieschenck4068]

I WONDER WHAT THE FUTURE OF LOWRIDING IS GONNA LOOK LIKE WITH THESE PRICES BEING SO HIGH🤔

[@lonestarlows]

this is very good comment. its already on life support.

[@dimosscratch2797]

i would consider your estimate at beginning very good. no one can foresee infation or things that just dont work exactly as expected and lead to additional costs.

[@damugucci626]

That mf was coming up pretty good 😊 double piston pumps for sure 👍🏾

[@adriengadson3544]

That's respectable time frame and about what I figured looking it the car. I had it pegged at about 130k so you did good. Also 30 per year isn't bad for original estimate. I do belive your hours are probably more due to stop and starts and hold ups. I know clowns that have had cars for 10 years and still in pieces. Then one shop had a Truck so long the owner died. As you know there are people and Shops that just can't complete a build.

[@jcrjr383]

Wish i could afford one

[@Juliovee123]

That’s crazy dude, that number seems so unattainable to me as a 27 y/o lol. But I already have 22K into my project and it looks like Bobby’s 62, crazy how quick it adds up. Edit: however this list makes me happy for my project because I’m realizing I’m not that far away and much money away from completing it. I appreciate the honesty

[@lonestarlows]

its obtainable for sure. just have to work towards it. i remember being 27, i had a 64 convertible. sold it . had a few cars since then and sold them. im 44 now

[@HogHead504]

Rims and tires?

[@lonestarlows]

The cost included 2 sets of wheels and tires

[@HogHead504]

Included with the car? I don’t think u mentioned that.

[@lonestarlows]

Yes I forgot to mention. I have some center gold wheels and some all chrome wheels

[@ScottSacchi]

How was the kick planet install? I bought a set that hold speakers and look similar to what you have for my '64 and have been trying to figure out how to install them.

[@lonestarlows]

i used the original kick panel retainer. screw that into the jamb first then the plastic panel fits in it and kind of bunches up against the carpet and stays in place

[@AUTOMOBILZ]

🔥🔥🔥

[@bigjon.6258]

Your a tough act to follow...Your knowledge and having a shop you saved alot of Loot...But you still spent alot because shyt is just exspensive today...

[@lonestarlows]

its out of control

[@dillonwarrior2583]

Congrats man and great job.. my question is.. obviously tha prices vary on certain parts, but you think tha ending cost was as high as it was solely based on tha make, model and year of tha car?

[@lonestarlows]

Yes. I think 59 and 60 are more expensive to build than a 62 63 64 for sure.

[@dillonwarrior2583]

@@lonestarlows if you had to guess.. everything you did to tha 60 if you did that to a g body more specifically a 3rd gen Monte, what do you think tha final number would have been?

[@lonestarlows]

@@dillonwarrior2583 it would be upside down for sure

[@dillonwarrior2583]

@@lonestarlows I appreciate it.. 👍

[@DA-cg3du]

👌🏽

[@georgewallace6661]

I always use Steel rubber for weather stripping they can make stuff if you send a example

[@lonestarlows]

Yes, most of the rubber came from steele

[@juniorpro2276]

do u also work on other cars like customers?

[@lonestarlows]

not really, just depends on the work. not interested in rust repair

[@juniorpro2276]

@@lonestarlows i message u on ig but u never reply the car is already painted just need to put back together

[@charliebrown6775]

question how much was the car on purchase da one

[@Beyond__516]

33:39 coat breakdown

[@surgecorleone9358]

What is the paint color code ?

[@lonestarlows]

1960 cascade green

[@surgecorleone9358]

Ok Thanks. Beautiful ride

[@charliebrown6775]

have you found a buyer. the car is beautiful

[@lonestarlows]

hvent tried.

[@roob429m4]

😊

[@Rusty_MIJO]

How do you afford all of this?

[@lonestarlows]

Oh that's easy bobby. I wake up everyday and I go to work.

[@leemontoya8028]

Guess!

[@raulayon9224]

😃✌️👍

[@joefromWY]

Reality check $, congrats!

[@lonestarlows]

major reality check lol

[@losindadrop]

Baller...

[@lonestarlows]

was, broke now

[@bigsnooks5968]

You definitely ain’t upside down in it at 118k.quality is a1 .youd make money if you sold it for sure

[@lonestarlows]

thank you

[@phildoleebowitz5335]

Let this be a huge inspiration for us others building our rides. Now splurge another 170$ and get my chrome antenna nuts on there and nix that cheap plastic crap get it lookin right

[@lonestarlows]

broke

[@hectorraigosa7149]

Investing over 100k on a lowrider is conservative. But to the person who builds his dream.. worth every penny.. with that said, when the time comes to sell it.. the clients is another lowrider enthusiasts, whether domestically or international. If restored back to factory specs and document every step with pictures, receipts, man hours, etc. Then, potential clientele expanded to deep pocket collectors of classic Detroit. I had a 65 Impala SS 396 L78 big block restored pro touring frame off, which I sold for 140k, which was exported to Australia. I'm definitely certain if I restored it as a lowrider, as many suggested.. I wouldn't have been close to getting even 80k

[@lonestarlows]

I agree. Just depends on clientele...

[@diytypeofguy6502]

I thought u guys were building this for a customer 🤔 nice

[@lonestarlows]

no its mine

[@diytypeofguy6502]

@@lonestarlows u & red rocket gonna be hurting feelings rolling back to back 59 & 60 😂😂💪🏽

[@lonestarlows]

@diytypeofguy6502 😎😎

[@damugucci626]

Depends on the year but this time around 150k too 200k all day done correctly

[@lonestarlows]

pretty much

[@williambarry8015]

I wasnt too far off.