I'm Going To Transform This 1956 Chevy Bel Air - Found A Better Project

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[@Quark-b9f]

Now that’s a nice car! I like the white, the patina, the LS, the interior, everything! The ‘56 is my least favorite of the tri-fives but I really really like that one! You’d be silly to take out the back up camera it looks fine. You’re pointing out non existent flaws.

[@mikemullay5622]

Those are standard issue assist straps that all post cars have to aid the rear seat passengers when they are exiting the car. Even vintage VW Beetle have those straps.

[@OnlyTheEd]

Way better condition, no exhaust leaks, no bad odor? Awesome!

[@michaela.perrella6988]

CONGRATS GUYS. I had a '56 Sedan delivery back in 1966. Had to sell it when I got married in '73 to the wicked witch of the east. Im now 75 and wanting to get another one before I die. Enjoy your journey.Good Luck,I'll be watching. Mike P. Piscataway,NJ

[@mikemullay5622]

I am glad you are selling the first '56 you bought. You definitely made a huge upgrade. Talk about making the right decision!!

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thanks for your continued support, Mike! Glad you like the car too!

[@michaelwhitewolf10]

Way better than the rust bucket you have had.

[@romeoalphafoxtrot9517]

Great Pick Up! Well Done Olivia! You Rock Girl!

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you kindly!

[@OdySlim]

Much better choice. Im happy for you Olivia. About the Charger. Your a pretty darn good fabricator Dan! Regards from Ody Slim

[@brianlewis6926]

The bucket seat 61? To 65 and gm, the hand grabber things are original, it has a 57 steering wheel

[@infocusentertainment2944]

NOW THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL PROJECT ❤

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you 😊😊

[@terry3665]

The steering wheel is a 57, and the gauge cluster will have the gear indicator just below the speedo if it was an automatic car. Cool car!

[@torekristoffersen176]

“Settle for a hardtop”…. That’s an interesting statement 😂 Hardtops have always been higher up the food chain if you will… as the blue book values show. It has always been this way. Back in high school when everybody had a tri five Chevy, a person that couldn’t find a hardtop sometimes would have to “settle” for a post or sedan car… certainly not the other way around- Good luck! Much better car than the last rust bucket-

[@tomschmitt6911]

posts rule

[@torekristoffersen176]

@@tomschmitt6911 not according to blue book value… ever. But keep telling yourself that- 😆

[@That34Chevrolet]

@@torekristoffersen176 Not sure if you watched the full video, They work hard and if she wants a post car she wants a post car. It's not like they're that rare at all. Who gives a shit about blue book value if your keeping the car

[@torekristoffersen176]

@@That34Chevrolet didn’t say one thing about her keeping the car there my friend. Good for her. Have a good day-

[@Atodaso-pg9kq]

That one is a million times nicer. I don’t think I’d change a thing unless you give it the gasser treatment.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

😉

[@johnjwedrall4290]

I'm happy for you Olivia on your 56 Chevy find.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@johnjwedrall4290]

@@GnarlySpeedShop you're so very welcome 😊

[@wesleypulkka7447]

Liv, if you follow your heart doors will open for you that are not available to others! Congratulations! Mega kudos for going for the brass ring!

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you kindly 😊

[@russabrams3982]

Driveshaft loop should be within 6" of the front u joint . That's the NHRA spec, you can also put one in the back, but it's not required . Keep up the good work 👏

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you for that!

[@donreinholz8121]

Nice '56 guys! The body is in pretty good shape.

[@dionrau5580]

You get ahold of a Canadian man named Dan, he cannot resist a ratty tri five...

[@justinhromek73]

I LOVE it! She is beautiful, That is gonna be so cool when you get to take it to shows and cruises. Happy for you Liv!❤️

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you Justin! I'm so excited to get it running

[@BigThomTattoos]

I like the factory colors it's very different than the norm

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Glad you dig it!

[@user-wl3er3ri4y]

I like it! I'm a old school 50's car guy back in the day n i think u have a gem! Aloha from kapolei HI.🤙🤙 reggie

[@James_71]

Very nice choice. Awsome car. You almost had me on the tow truck. Lol 😊 WOW

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Hahaha

[@DougAllen-jd4mt]

Danny showed his love when he drove that rust bucket 400 miles to get it home!! That shows a lot about Danny! 👍

[@richardsmith-qy6vl]

That is a really nice 56 you have a great foundation for sure im so happy for you all it needs is a big block and a 4 speed...lol I love it.

[@brucebates2795]

Happy for you. Good looking car.

[@danfrombam]

All gas, no brakes. Love it

[@greggsvintageworkshop8974]

VERY NICE! Very tastefully done. I love the interior and the engine compartment is very cleanly done as well. What a super project, NICE FIND!!!

[@user-ol6hv7ux9v]

Wow that's a beautiful '56 Chevy. My father has one years ago. It was two tone gray. And it was. Automatic I think it has gray interior too.i was a little kus then so I vaguely remember it .I love those 56. Chevy's. Very classy. .glad you got your deam car. .cant wait to see. The transformation. . peace .

[@JohnKirton]

56 BelAirs are the best, IMHO. Wish I still had my (yes one more of those guys) 56 BelAir 2 door hardtop, 265 with the powerpack option, pretty red and white paint. 😍

[@brianbaker6196]

that original color green and off white is beautiful!!

[@number7__879]

Yes Sir!!!

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Yessir!

[@Klingon2468]

Love the new car Liv, it's in such better shape than the old one. The only thing I didn't like was the colour, all white not good and the factory colour was ugly, I like blue and white or red and white. You are going to have so much fun fixing this car up, I am so jealous. You most defiantly made the right decision changing and upgrading, don't let anybody give you any $hit about changing cars, like I said on last video your money, your choice, do what makes you happy, ignore the haters. ❤❤❤

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you! I have plans to paint it a pretty 2 tone combo :)

[@AndyFromBeaverton]

2 door over a 4 door 7 days a week.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

I still have love for the 4 doors but I personally wouldn't own one.

[@user-rx7ns4re9u]

I have a 4 door 55 Bel-Air with a 265 Cast Iron Powerglide Built in Norwood. It's a month older than me. Regal Turquoise/ India Ivory.

[@ShadeTreeKennyT]

That 56 is a real gem! I agree, hookup the factory speedo and get rid of that little screen! Maybe a RetroSound head unit radio for the dash so it'll still look old but with modern tech. The Charger is just pure awesomeness! Honestly if I had one I couldn't pick a better combination of driveline and suspension! That thing is gonna be a monster when it hits the street!

[@dennisbenoit4937]

Nice car I have a 56 Belair two door post it is black and maroon a original v8 automatic I have just a 305 with a 350 turbo trans I drive it every whare and get 20mpg I've won a couple of trophies with it Keep up the good work You have a nice car enjoy

[@TheCrackerBox]

Nice find , Thanks for another Guys !

[@R5gtt17]

Damn that is a nice car! Way better then your old car, love the color, the patina and the wheels. Happy wrenching.

[@kennycarter8179]

In So Cal 1976 one of the coolest cars in my high school was a 56 Bel Air 265 power glide my friend got from his gramma. He and his dad swapped in a tri power 389 4spd out of his dads wrecked GTO. It was one of the first quick cars I rode in very cool memories!

[@calid6960]

Love your car Olivia,I'm looking forward for an old 50's car myself

[@edensfamilyadventures2714]

Nice Car! Just drive it and let it have a lil natural patina like nature intended 😊👍

[@michaeltoone2305]

On the Charger a Driveline loop is required in the front. You need to look at the NHRA rules. I believe it can’t be over 6” away from the U-Joint. It doesn’t hurt to have one in the rear as well.

[@Harry-oe5os]

Super nice solid find Ms.Olivia! I’m very happy for you as well! I’m a 64 year old feller that loves Chevys and other classics and muscle cars as well! I’d address the paint first after getting her running. I’m all old school and some nice 15 or 16 inch Keystone Classics or the old S/S Cragar spoked chrome mags.Then some black wall tires or the all popular BF Goodrich Radial T/As. Very nice mild project car for sure! Hey those are only my ideas I’m sending out your way! Everyone has a different taste! 😎😊🔥👍🇺🇸

[@terryeustice5399]

I love the 2 tone Chevrolet’s no rust. Looks solid. Thanks for sharing spending time showing us. Keep it as original as possible. We will see where it goes. 💯💕👊👍

[@Guy-nn8ew]

Hi, check your rear deck lid for being warped, especially on the driver side from the rear end impact. I could see a big gap there in the video you wanna keep the rain out of that. looks like a nice car 👍 Take care.

[@gilbertrodela3030]

I love that engine very reliable when you get it right I love the LS . Keep it.

[@kenwebb2991]

I’m putting an electric split bench out of a mid-70’s Lincoln Mark 4 in my 56 convert. That might take care of your short-legs-to-passenger ratio. 😊 Very nice ride!

[@debbiebermudez5890]

Mr. B. Here ! 🍩☕️👀😎👍. Young lady you got it bad ; you are a car girl 100% 👀😎👍 best of luck going forward .

[@davidparise4517]

This one Oliva is a keeper, just like your man Dany! Congratulations, it's very nice!

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Absolutely a keeper

[@KentLutz-x9b]

Congratulations Olivia on the new ride. Looking forward to you making it yours. Rum runner is coming along nice. Good job guys.

[@sabrom]

Nice score Olivia, i'm looking forward to this build you can tell it's gonna be a smooth runner it's been kept up well .

[@user-me8qn9wv8e]

The other one needed a lot of work. This one is nice, especially with the upgraded engine. This one should be enjoyed a lot ..

[@calid6960]

For the missing stereo, you can get the old school looking after market stereo. Looks. Old but you can use Bluetooth

[@Harry-oe5os]

Nice idea! 😎👍🇺🇸

[@stevemarquez8022]

Olivia, you and i think alike. I like your new 56' and would lose the LS. I love my 327 in mine, have fun in your new ride😊

[@craigdawson1749]

That's a nice car, I liked the original colour❤️

[@1STLAR2147]

Wow! What a beauty! I picked up a 68 Chrysler 300 over the Christmas holidays. It’s a little rough. But it’s complete. Fun driver that you hardly ever see.

[@billharden7127]

Nice "56". It would be real cool with 427 cu in and a 5 speed. It does sit to low. Interior not bad. Over all i like it. 👍

[@notavillageidiot]

Now THIS is a car!! And I bet it smells real nice.😊

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

🤣🤣

[@davidowen888]

Nite and day difference fo sho on the Belair👌I would recess that fuel cell into the floor of that charger a little lower for weight center of gravity even with bottom of frame rails ☮️

[@boneyardrestorodz2536]

Congratulations on your new purchase. I totally get what you’re saying. I restore cars and totally get it. The other car was a massive restoration. This is a smart move. I always tell people to buy the best car you can afford. You’ll save time and money in the long run.😊

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you so much. Now that I've been through all this, I can't think of a better piece of advice

[@jimburig7064]

Of the Tri-Five line up, 1956 is my favorite. That grasshopper color scheme was popular in the day.

[@deansmetak1785]

Hi guys. Charger loo,ing good. Congratulations Oliva on your purchase of the 56. I had 2 56 chevys years old, one was 2 door hardtop and one convertible. 56 Chevys are my favorite out of the tri 5s. Happy for you . I know you will enjoy driving it.

[@quig89GMC]

That is a nice 56 and I'm glad you found it and is a great project car. Great progress on the charger, thanks for sharing.

[@elwoodsummersjr596]

What a great find liv, that's a great looking 56 , and when Danny said you look good in , he was right, but you would look good in anything. Danny great work on the charger, really looks great ❤❤❤

[@My2ndtimearound]

A new white paint job and an all white interior for you ‘56 would rock your world. There is so much potential with this. Have fun and treat it right. A big block 454 or 502 would cure your LS distain.

[@crabbinmoose8583]

Those leather loops on the B pillars are the original fisher body version of OS handles....as in Oh s, I can't get out of the back seat! 😂

[@thebuffbeatnik8848]

That thing is killer! Bucket seats look like the same I have in my 65 Chevelle. They came in chevelles, el Caminos and Corvairs of the early mid 60s. I think it looks killer! 60s vibes 😎👍

[@thebuffbeatnik8848]

They also came in 60s A body cars like the 65-67 Pontiac GTOs 😎👍

[@CrazyPetez]

You need a trailer so you can bring these cars home and do your work on them in a safe environment. Getting them road ready at or near the seller’s location is asking for problems, with the purchased car or your own physical well being. Minimize any risk.

[@24Garland]

Congratulations 🎉. The 56 is my favorite of the tri-fives. I am so happy for you and can't wait to see it finished. Olivia, you looked so bummed on your last video. Now that beautiful smile 😍 is back.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you so very much. Appreciate the support 😊🙏

[@CharlesAtwell-or7bm]

Laurel green and Crocus yellow are the factory colors. Not my favorite but different. I do think 56 Belairs just beg for 2 tone paint. Good luck on your project!

[@billyhouse1943]

I like it. I had a 56 210 post with 383/700r, ps, 4 who disk , AC. U did good..

[@McBuggs.]

Olivia, this was definitely the best decision made. Yes the 2 door had the grab straps (inside B Pillar) to help get in & out of the back seat. I like the forward/reverse cameras on the car, will be very handy and not noticeable. Also glad this one didn't smell yucky inside. ❤

[@DaytripperXX]

way better car for a project! Nice score Olivia!!

[@steveperna6838]

Olivia, I just happened to find your channel yesterday. which is 7/28/24. I'm delighted you discovered Your almost dream car. Can't wait to see how it looks when you get it the way you like it. I was watching the episode of the first one you bought with the rotted trunk. And I actually felt sorry for you 'because I can understand all the work ahead. You are a great couple and fun to watch. I watch a few others similar to this like Vice Grip Garage, which is pretty cool too. I subscribed and added you to my favorites. And I'm looking forward to other episodes. Steve P.

[@peterjordan6757]

Awesome love your taste

[@magnuskroon3511]

I'm glad you find your dream car! Way better condition on this one!

[@carolcarson3700]

Congratulations!!! Seeing how happy you are makes me smile 😊

[@jmr1970]

DRIVESHAFT: On the u bolt nut and lock washer. In theory when you torque up a lock washer it flatten and spreads out. No more lock. So what you need to do is get a lock nut and a harden flat washer. This will be a better insurance and claming support.❤

[@brucejoslen2021]

Loving it !! Didn't expect you to move so fast, and real happy for you. Yes, I have the model in the yellow/green. And also the white over the blue, and a special one my daughter re-painted for me in the pink/green/mauve of the car in the cult movie, "Mon Oncle". Cheers, from big '56 Chev fan in New Zealand.

[@paulgrimm]

I would have a good body.Mechanical problems are easier to fix.Thats a nice car ❤Congrats🎉Bodys and interiors can get expensive

[@robinwyatt4150]

Yes those pull straps are factory, my mom had a 56 2 door hardtop with 283 fuel injection and 3 on the tree,you have a very nice 56 good luck

[@historyv350]

Seats are out of a 65 Chevy II or Malibu. Nice find.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you

[@enriqueaguilar4892]

That 56 Chevy deserves a new tranformation

[@kennyhayes8488]

You can make a bad ass ride out of that one I love it .first thing would be some bad ass rims

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Agreed!

[@mrgreezy1]

If you finished it two tone with black on top and the white on bottom it would match the interior perfectly. For someone who wants to avoid metal work this is a perfect option. Some chrome wheels, some wide white walls and a major detail this is ready to go. That being said, metal work is cool, it can be fun, check out Mike Bello from Bello’s Kustoms he has a cool easy going approach to metal work, I emplore Ms. Olivia to at least in your own time get to be comfortable with doing some mig or flux welding, because apart from body or panels there’s always something that’s gonna need a weld in regards to suspension work etc.. as my Grandfather said, if you’re determined, things that are difficult can become easy. Love goes out. 💯

[@Grundy812]

Nice 56 Liv,,,I would replace the LS with a built 409.but thats me, or any vintage big block for that mater would be a nice swap.

[@lloyddowns9481]

Definitely a better 56 than your other one ,sweet car

[@michaeltoone2305]

Awesome, I’m happy for you Olivia… ❤️ , Even tho I’m an old Ford guy…

[@graemegoode4696]

Awesome buy. If you do swap the engine, how about this as an idea. Bang in an era correct (60's) V8.

[@derekcoates374]

That's a very good find congratulations guys that's gonna make your dream 56 I love them,I have 2 2 door post cars myself

[@hectortorres542]

What a great deal ! Good. Luck with it Enjoy .

[@taurota1554]

Awesome and outstanding as always.Thanks for sharing and taking us along

[@roberthemann7461]

I like the wrap around windows and those straps are to help people to step out of the back seat 💺 try it one time

[@williamweirjr9749]

My 1962 C10 had the roll dash both sides and I love it

[@kennnethrohm4448]

That is a much better fit for you to enjoy, the traditional of the transformation that you are wanting to do 😊

[@the_Southlander]

Man Im envious, thats great as it is, and will do up fantastic, only real change Id make is go back to a traditional small block...

[@Xocolatben]

Fix the radiator support. It is cut at the top witch puts pressure on the rad mounts.

[@MrBonusChaser]

This one looks way better than the other one. I have a clean 440 short block 30 over and ready to build if you’re interested.

[@davidwheeler5741]

Nice car. I have it’s clone. White 56 bel air 2dr post. I thought I was the only one with an all white 56 bel air. Lol

[@Easterndmondbk]

5.3 Vortec use iron blocks while the LS generally uses aluminum ones. So if it's a Vortec it's not an LS. What's different? Water Pump, crank, rods, bearings. The 5.3 Vortec wasn't a terrible engine used in light trucks and SUV's. The next engine, LMG was a flex fuel creature

[@Bonar-62]

Nice 56 ! I Dig it !!! Original color Laurel Green from the photo you posted. I like green cars. Your steering wheel is definitely from a 57. Slap on some steelies or vintage old Skool mags.