In Depth Tour & Cold Start of Our 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu!

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With an overwhelming amount of people requesting that I start doing some videos in my "old style", I decided to shoot In Depth Tours again, including test drives and the occasional "cold start". There has been so much positive feedback on this new style that I will be working to integrate it more often, in addition to my In Depth Reviews and project car videos. Today, I take you on an interactive walkthrough of our next big potential project, a '69 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu sedan that used to belong to my wife's grandmother. In addition to showing you all of the cool stuff, I also get it running after a long hibernation and take it for a drive. I feel this style will be a continuous work in progress so please, any suggestions you have would be greatly appreciated! A lot of you suggested I ditch the GoPro for the walk around portion so this video is shot with my camcorder that I shoot my reviews with. As you'll see, it's a HUGE different in quality! Anyway, I hope you all enjoy, it's been a very very long time since I've uploaded videos like these. As before, this was a lot of fun to film! Again, a HUGE thanks to everyone who took the time to watch my recent update video and those of you who provided your honest feedback on what I should focus on in 2018. You all are the best!
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[@MattMaranMotoring]

I know the patina is probably more interesting these days, but I'd love to see the car restored to it's former glory with a fresh coat of the champagne gold paint. Regarding the engine, I personally like keeping a car original so I'd rebuild the 307 since so many people drop 350s in everything. I'm sure more muscle would be cool too though, I'm just weird with the love for completely original OEM setups lol. Really loved this tour and I look forward to seeing what you do with it this year! Since I'm hoping to have a few classics of my own eventually, I'm sure I'll learn some valuable tips from whatever you decide to do with the Chevelle.

[@saabkyle04]

Matt Maran Motoring Thank you my friend, I really appreciate it!

[@f100storys8]

I totally agree

[@michaelshone2465]

I’m 100% with Matt. I’d love to see the 307 kept and car painted. I’m more partial to the 307 than the paint personally but still. And you have got to keep that original Jim reed dealer tag that’s so cool. But I do realize there would be a lot of work in the 307 unfortunately:(

[@bag4455]

I agree too keep it to the original :D

[@jnastali]

I would have to agree because an original car like that deserves to return to it's former glory as when it was new. Not the most desirable car but that is what makes it special, not everybody had the hotrod 454 chevelle of the day. I like the fact that it is a regular car, for regular people.

[@MrCarguy2]

Can't help it but smile when that 307 came to life

[@101SEAL]

Videos like this one are the reason people love your channel.

[@AdamMurrayLive]

101SEAL definitely! This is great!

[@punkbloater]

This was a slow cruiser, let it stay that way, it suits it. It’s so cool i wish it was mine.

[@Harey0407]

I'd say restore it, and keep it as factory as possible. Just make it a nice cruiser. But maybe upgrade some parts of it, if it were me I'd give it at least power front discs, and an overdrive unit. But keep the 307.

[@Rustyclaw.]

yes that small block is worth keeping.

[@hbarajas9878]

Retro-fit a 1990’s TBI with intake to replace the old two barrel carb, new camshaft and rework those original heads, new rings and crank bearings. Pull old transmission and put in a rebuilt 4spd automatic.

[@heyguys91035]

This is the SaabKyle04 that I wanted. Old school POV but with a great camera. Keep it up Kyle!

[@saabkyle04]

Rap Feleo Thanks man! More to come!!

[@dacooldragonakadanny7833]

My dad and I own a '67 4-door Chevelle Malibu with a stovebolt 250 and the 2-speed powerglide. My great-grandpa was the original owner and when he died in the 90's, my dad inherited the car. It has very little rust and is very solid. It's not a performer, but a cruiser- And that's good enough for me in the summertime, when we've got the windows rolled down on a two-lane highway doing 50. I can't wait to do that again.

[@pepeelpoyoable]

These reviews are my favourite, when you can just get in one of these older cars and appreciate all those details we just don’t see in cars anymore. It would be great too see it restored to what it once was when it rolled out of the factory

[@2Aqua1]

Strip it & re do it!! Champagne metallic!!

[@Phenom98]

Poole Thomas You guys have great taste!

[@Adamyup32]

Today's world is so much about going fast or it's either " drop an Ls in it " I'd fix the little 307 and keep the 2 speed. Sometimes cruising taking in the scenery is better. Keep it an honest and reliable car. It definitely deserves respect as a survivor.

[@saabkyle04]

adam gravatte I definitely see that 👍🏻 At this point, I’m willing to consider anything. I really appreciate your feedback, thanks!

[@Ariccio123]

Saabkyle04 that 307 is definitely a very capable engine if you can it up and get it in good tune. My 307 was burning rubber with all original parts! If you're worried about gaskets, get some good felpro gaskets, and some AT-205, and your engine will never drip again

[@Ka9radio_Mobile9]

Keep it a 307. Then its still original to the name plate. Keep adding oil to the engine till your ready to rebuild the engine. Paint, the fade looks great. Chevy ss rims with the center cap would look great on this car. This car is being handed down to you, take good care of it. :-)

[@rushflare8208]

ka9radio agreed

[@missingremote4388]

Fix windows and trunk rust. Then cover car in two coats of gray ( primer ). Stop oil leaks only + Condemned to lawn ornament.

[@sean-mv8fz]

When i was 5 or 6 (Im 12 now) my dad purchased a 72 nova, but it was just a rusty old shell. I was always eager to help but we didnt work on it much. My dad wanted to get the original engine and fix all the rusty parts to get it back to its former glory but ended up selling it the same year. This video really inspires me and makes me want to do it all over again now im a bit older.

[@HambertHM]

Go for a religiously OEM restoration! PLEASE! :D

[@Harey0407]

This, but keep a 4bbl on that 307. Maybe even put in a 3spd automatic in it.

[@minivanmaster]

would be amazing to see... and totally appropriate for this channel :)

[@techman9634]

Hambert agreed

[@TreoHD]

restomod broooo

[@lsswappedcessna]

Only mod I would do is HEI to help with starts.

[@carscloseup]

Keep it original! Keep the engine and transmission, let be repaired if needed, swap it back to original carburator and airfilter! Bring it back to former glory, as you said yourself; it’s rare in this configuration and it’s getting rarer everyday....Looking forward to follow your project.....

[@scottkleeman2745]

Beautiful original Chevrolet Chevelle.try to keep it original as possible,and preserve it as you go along. Thanks for sharing the video.

[@oldmanjenkins38]

My dad loves these older car restorations you do. Keep them coming!

[@robertehlers3757]

As a child of the '60s, I have great memories and respect for these cars when they were new. So I favor restoring it to factory-fresh condition, although I don't object to a different engine (period correct, of course) or updated electronics. I don't understand the appeal of "patina", and hate the idea of condemning this vehicle to permanent rust-bucket status. I would enjoy following your progress in the restoration process--finding parts, refinishing the paint and interior, etc. Good luck!!

[@1blackone]

Kyle's Wife: Just how many car projects do you need, Kyle?! Kyle: At least one more...

[@patricswazye13]

She's perfect 👌 just like she is...keep her running smoothly fix the little issues and enjoy, she will outlive us both.

[@issakjimenez5600]

I've recently started to watch your videos, I always saw your name pop up in my recommendations but I didn't give to much attention. As of now I'm glad I'm here; your video with Papa was heart warming and so positive thank you for being you and keep on being you.

[@barratheworld4767]

Paint it the original colour

[@davidblalock9945]

And destroy all that hard earned patina? Seriously, take your meds!

[@hmackprotection1]

David Blalock - Livin' Life, brother you’re wrong on this one

[@yatapaws]

patina is nice on pickups and rat rods man, i think, especially the chevelle should be restored

[@DUCKMANUSA]

In America it's color*

[@caretheis6779]

This "patina" looks fuckin disgusting.

[@joshturnbull318]

You should restore that car to look like it did when it rolled of the assembly line back in 1968/1969

[@caseycardenas1668]

Joshua Turnbull 1869 😂😌

[@joshn938]

Beautiful car....four doors don't get the love they deserve. Rebuild it back to stock, those 307s may not be the most powerful small block, but they have plenty of grunt. Too many people dump a 350 on everything. And the patina fad is done, repaint in the factory color, give that car what it deserves and bring it back to its former glory. A couple mellotone steelpack mufflers, Cragar s/s wheels with white letter tires, and that's all I would change.

[@rajrammbbs]

Keep the original block and tranny. Just put a racing cam with a forged flat crank.

[@Underappreciatedclassics]

What a epic cold start, I cannot wait to see her return to her former glory

[@jamespn]

Paint it the original color in modern base coat clear coat. Patina has been done to death. I would install out a mild cam and rework the heads with new valve seals and valve seats.

[@joshbacon8241]

Loving your videos and channel! I’ve been watching them since April 2010 and I never get tired of them! Keep up the good work! 👍🏻

[@smear7331]

really enjoying the new variety introduced to your videos! So many reviews, and now more personal videos too. Keep it up kyle

[@timsharkey1993]

My dad had one of these in royal blue with a dark blue interior, and the 307 with factory A/C. He bought it new in 1969. Great car!

[@mylexicon2]

If it were mine, I'd get the body work and interior back to driving condition. No reason to turn it into a showcar you can't use. Just get it to daily driver standard. I'd spend most of the money on the powertrain, particularly upgrading the 2-speed Torqueflite. Updated transmission will boost the mpg significantly so it can be driven for a reasonable cost. I'd also upgrade the brakes to front discs. Then I'd drive it every day.

[@NightSkull119]

Oh my... First, you ended up 2017 with SAAB. Now you started 2018 with a project car :) I would like to see this car with some fresh color. Something close to what it used to be like. So that it gives you a good memory. And i like the idea to put a new radio in your car that allows you to listen from USB. It's like old stylish look, but with some modern techniques.

[@saabkyle04]

aQuaLight111 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻 Thanks bud!

[@m.geisel]

restomod! Looks like a nice driver. Has modern touches. Thats what this car needs

[@davidblalock9945]

aQuaLight111 slap yourself for suggesting he should destroy all that hard earned patina. Are you nuts?

[@drwatson32bit]

Patina is a fad that needs to die off.

[@lsswappedcessna]

I did that with my car. The engine and all that was religiously OEM, as Hambert would say, except I plan to have an HEI converter installed to help with starting and continuing to run after starting on cold days since it's a daily driver, and a digital AM/FM radio with a headphone jack, though I do wish the digital radio had the same warm orange light as the speedo, fuel gauge, transmission gear panel (hydramatic indicator) and warning panel (assuming that would've been a tach as well, if my car had one)

[@THEROCKLORD1]

Hey man. Anxious to see what you will happen to this car. Even in the state it’s show in in the video it is still a beautiful car. Keep up the good work man. Your videos are always fantastic and hope to see this car as well as new cars in more of your videos in the future

[@carsmartsmedia2324]

What a great canvas to begin with! Love that design. Can't wait to see it progress.

[@levonf.8093]

I think the original colour would pop more than having petina

[@lowslo9287]

Keep the facotry 307 makes the car so much neat that motor is from 69 its had a long good life just let it live as long as possible rebuild it 307s are pretty rare motors to find

[@Sam-uy7oq]

I vote for the aged patina look! Gotta preserve this car's charm.

[@randallgreene9624]

OMG! I smiled the whole time he was trying to crank that baby up! Reminds me of my 1967 Malibu 283 Powerglide oh baby!

[@SC8terRiderMotoVlogger]

Restore it! OEM

[@gentle285]

I think there's an option that you can create a poll which would show up in the upright corner of the video. It would make summing up the opinions/votes much easier for you ;)

[@CKid-dt8yt]

I love old Chevys and seeing you with this car makes me excited for this resto mod

[@Sam-uy7oq]

What an awesome car! Love these old car rescue/adventure videos!

[@CM79150]

She sounds great!! Get a video of your wife cold starting it while u do a walk around of it

[@FaisalYami]

You know what? Im fucking tired of seeing classic cars modified, for christ sakes, PLEASE restore the car to its original OEM factory look. Keep the 307 and rebuild it.

[@FaisalYami]

Based God get a life, keyboard warrior..

[@Guenter34]

Byeeeeee

[@aaron_heath_art3233]

I hope he modifieds it

[@adamlemus7585]

As I'm now in my 30's this is my rule of thumb when modifying cars. Don't do anything that you can't reverse in a weekend. Pretend that at any moment q millionaire can come along and say I'll give you all the money for that car if you can have it in stock condition within two days. The only thing original that I have no interest in ever using is drum breaks, can't stand drum breaks

[@Guenter34]

That would be an awesome build, Kyle! Hope to see more of this beauty on your channel!

[@MyMotorsca]

Really enjoying your channel, thank you, we are starting on a Chevelle Malibu 1967, doing new floor panels now. Will be very interesting to follow your progress.

[@dtbroad5862]

Definitely give it a new paint job.

[@mustanggang5.0]

DT Broad na. Restore everything else though.

[@jamesbensch6]

How's the frame? Be careful that they don't get too rusted out as they can. My grandfather fell through the floor of a 1960s Chevy II after going over rail tracks. It was only 5 years old lol. My point is these cars have underbody rust issues so watch out

[@BladeEdge121212]

Very cool, Kyle! These Legends never completely die.

[@larney37]

I love your idea for the car exactly the way you have envisioned it!

[@domroy7761]

454 Chevy big block. That would be insane

[@connoisseuroftigolbitts]

I'm sure Their was 454 chevelles

[@humanbeing4150]

THE1 GAMINGMASTER Do the 500 ci Eldorado V8

[@keegansponholz9260]

Greatest King starting in 1970, you could get a 454 from the factory.

[@joeychaseable]

5 or 6spd swap, suspension. Make it in to the baddest, most reliable 4 door 69..

[@saabkyle04]

Stan Chase Yessss! 😁🤙🏻

[@missingremote4388]

This 4 door Malibu will always be a lawn ornament. You might keep power train OEM stock, but repair body and weather-stripping . spray 5 coats of guards Red.

[@drcarrot415]

The 1969 Chevelle is my dream car, didn’t know they made a sedan model but that is a beauty. My dad’s first car was a Malibu ‘69, a yellow coupe

[@F3ST3Rfilms]

Something I've always adored about Saabkyle and his videos for the past few years, is that unlike other car reviewers which either just give you a minimalist bare bones overview of a car (many copying Saabkyle's style in a very cringey way) or give you a review akin to an emotional rollercoaster ride, Saabkyle always manages to have such an amazing air of positivity to his reviews, that honestly make his videos a pleasure to watch, he doesn't drop harsh polarizing opinions about cars, he just loves em all for what they are. It truly immerses people in these videos (especially his return to the "tour" style videos), to where whatever you're here for, wether it's getting another in depth look at a new sports or luxury car, or you're looking out of curiosity for vintage cars, and the culture that created them. Whichever one you're here for, you truly get an amazing immersive take on these vehicles, on par almost with driving them themselves. And that is something that I think no other car reviewer can have (especially the Saabkyle knockoff channels which even now in 2018 they still sound like they're reading off of a checklist rather than getting you and the car on to the same level xp)

[@willhoward2724]

Hey mate, definitely repaint it the original colour 👍

[@Dd-qz4ym]

Who is watching 2019? 👇👇

[@trevstlog9933]

JOSIAH HAYDEN try 2020 😂😂

[@trailhopper883]

2024​@@trevstlog9933

[@Eliyourcarguy]

Coolest video you’ve done in a while man! Can’t wait to see more content on this in the future!

[@noble20xx56]

Can't wait to see more vids on this car. Love seeing car restoration videos!

[@saeedalali8176]

Hmm this car is so cool you should try to repainted

[@cmara3696]

Saeed Al Ali where do u live?

[@saeedalali8176]

i live in the United Arab Emirates

[@wolfganggold9134]

Cruisin down the street in his 69

[@roymurrayanderson7573]

Bought my 69 chevelle 307 in 1980 for 1200$ (2door).i didn’t know anything about cars. I drove that sucker for 6 years with poor maintenance, but it got me to L A in August from Texas and also to Mexico. Loved that car now that I look back. I didn’t appreciate it then but lord knows I do now! I drove it with a broken rocker arm for 6 months. Finally got it fixed with my neighbor (army mechanic). Earl sheib paint job after 2 years but I still loved that car!

[@codyjoe9676]

Engine is clean as heck! Keep her as original as you can. I myself have a 69 Malibu with the 307 love my car so much.

[@nimdowo]

Imo dont keep the patina, paint it in some beautiful color

[@acoffeewithsatan]

You mean "patina" - the natural oxidation that metal gets overtime. I agree with you, though, it would look a lot better in its former grace!

[@nimdowo]

André Fontes ahah, yes patina but platina woulnd't be a bad thing :p

[@veetikurt5018]

Paint it to Chapangese Gold and drop an Chevelle 454 in it Altough 350 would be cool too since i have project 350 in my carage

[@anthonycarreviews1528]

i love the sound of classic cars cold start in the morning

[@popanz25]

Having the old rust look would be great esp if your gonna have a dirty sleeper but I would restore her back to her glorious original shape. Good to you and your wife and thanks for saving that car. Can’t wait to see what videos you bring.

[@thele9end015]

I'm no car expert but what I would do is take the engine out of the car and put a 350 in it and save the 307 for restoration when you feel like restoring it....then I would paint it a color that wasn't from factory like a plum purple or volcano orange or something that you don't see everyday...that's my idea tho...do what you want to do with the car...but keep it as original inside as possible

[@JonnyDIY]

Can almost smell that sweet unburned fuel! lol :) Ditch the 307 & Get a crate 383 stroker. Best bang for your buck imo :)

[@lsswappedcessna]

That 307 is a perfectly good engine after a rebuild, though. Not saying a 383 would be a bad idea, but would that even increase performance with the tranny that car has? old automatics are sluggish at best, especially the two speeds. I know, because my car has a 2-speed Jetaway, which is just an Oldsmobile rebranded Hydramatic.

[@JonnyDIY]

Yeah you're right. Thinking about it now, it is a 4 door. Would probably be better off going more of a straight Restoration or lil Resto Mod. Those old Chevy 2 speed power glides can handle a lotta power, lot of old drag cars built with em. Either way will be nice to see it Restored. Those old 307's are pretty bullet proof. Had a buddy in Highschool try and blow it up by running without coolant, maybe even oil. Still took forever lol

[@lsswappedcessna]

I would definitely keep the 307. Good sounding, good running cruising engine. I, for one, would love to have a '66 Olds Toronado, just to cruise in. Something powerful and torquey, and decently quick in a straight line, but obviously not meant for the track, but also stylish af. Something about the pneumatic popup headlights and buzzy power windows, as well as the ice and snow eating grip of a FWD transmission and 7L V8.

[@haroong.c8906]

this is got to be the best video on KZbin 😍. its cool what ever you would do with it but i would like it to be on the classic side.

[@erickhartman9049]

COOL ....... My mom during the 1980's had a 1967 Malibu with the same engine and it also was a 4 door. My brother found out it's TOP speed during High School of being 100 mph. We ALL would LOVE more of your CREATIVE in depth reviews on car's that you do........ AND ignore the HATERS because it just shows how COOL you are.....

[@daffayudhitya3900]

Keep the color put big block and 4 spd auto

[@AlexA-bx8jr]

Just put an LS in it and save the original motor for later restoration.

[@williamskagen9901]

This actually sounds like the smarter thing to do

[@saabkyle04]

That would certainly be easier, probably a lot more cost effective too 👍🏻

[@Damage42X]

Saabkyle04 Yes, you could easily grab an LS1, 2 or 3 for cheap nowadays. Just please don't put a Tahoe's LS lol.

[@menaceperformance82]

Yessss

[@chevyandmoparfan1466]

*ON A LONG ENOUGH TIMELINE...*

[@Hondadrifter01]

I was thinking a kind of period-correct hot rod build. Maybe some American Racing Torq Thrusts, some factory upgrades, and as many New-Old Stock parts as possible. But as I was reading these comments, I noticed everyone was very opinionated. I do not want to come off like that. I see the amount of genuine commitment and passion you have put in to your channel and I see this as something that shouldn’t be for us, but for you. I think you should do what you’d like with the car no matter what anyone says.

[@diediey122]

The fact that the engine and everything under the hood is in suck good condition is amazing

[@superchargedpineapple3504]

That car needs the 572 crate engine

[@Corvette1658]

Supercharged Pineapple yeah I love that engine.

[@axtra92]

How old are you?

[@Noukz37]

I'd keep the exterior identical, and completely modernize it underneath.

[@boyman7823]

Noukz37 hell yeah

[@mattjohnson6227]

I like this. Modern everything underneath

[@MrCarGuy]

No.

[@kevinwoodard6571]

Happy new year, once again. Good luck restoring the 1969 Chevelle. I would keep the original radio on the dash, my opinion. Sure, it doesn't work, but, that's originality right there!

[@Jason_The_Stooge]

You need to do a full nut and bolt restoration that car is so rare with the options it was offered, that chevy deserves its original look so much!

[@m.geisel]

Make it a restomod like you're doing with the 240. Make it look like stock, but perform like you want it to in every category. Paint it up like stock, but instead of the 307/powerglide put in an ls3/4l65e. Make it a good driver. But for the love of all Chevelles, Paint It. You're not doing the buety of that body justice leaving the paint as is.

[@MidwestSteven1]

sleeperfox302x I think I would do the LSX 454, just to kinda keep to the whole Chevelle image ya know?

[@Layyo]

Rebuild 307

[@Stringfellow211]

I plan to purchase a 2019 Ram 1500 Limited this year, if you have time I and thousands of your other fans would love your review of this new vehicle. Thank you Leonard

[@elmundodedamian]

Nice ride, make it look like new in all his glory, its a beautiful car, he deserve to be free of rust, good luck

[@realbhopwood]

That car is soo easy to fix and upgrade it's only worth it to customize to Donk status or sleeper. You will lose money restoring it to stock! Great Vid luv cold starts!!!

[@chevy2061]

realbhopwood A Donk? Hell no

[@TimSaundersC4]

My 7 year old son says you should paint it red with orange flames. The rips in the seats should be fixed and the motor is perfect. He hopes you take his advise...LOL!

[@cmara3696]

Paralyzed MGTOW mgtow? Really?

[@missingremote4388]

I imagine bright fire engine red and, custom pin stripes w/gold flake.

[@elevatorman427]

Good luck on this new project. I bet it will look good once you get it done

[@lshin80]

I like it. It's a beast disguised as grandma's car. Hope you'll bring her back to its original glory. :)

[@wesleyslapass6519]

My Vote: SLEEPER CREEPER! 400 sbc or ls swapped 500whp that should be enough power..

[@Urokir]

Wesley K щ

[@wesleyslapass6519]

Kirill Ivanenko Dew Whut?!?!

[@connoisseuroftigolbitts]

*be enough

[@dc6953]

Wesley K YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

[@heath1982]

he said щ

[@rendaddy_]

Drift it. Just kidding (maybe). I'd say modernize it under the hood (hellcrate?), leave the patina or murder it out.

[@acoffeewithsatan]

Randoom heavy as these things are, it would just spin and crash into something... :P old, steel body cars can't drift, plus not to speak about all the safety issues.

[@Serps-ii9zc]

André Fontes It's not as heavy as you think it is, a 4 door 69 Malibu's curb weight is less than 3400 lbs. It's not as light as something like a 240 but it's not heavy. There are guys that drift heavier cars than this and do fairly well. As for the saftey, you could gut the interior and add a roll cage and not gain much if any weight.

[@acoffeewithsatan]

Serps1991 still, even completely stripping the interior and swapping the engine with a more powerful one wouldn't make it a decent drift car, it could work, but not effectively. Regarding safety, rollbars don't suddenly turn any car into a death-proof machine. Just as an example, in a front collision the engine will be pushed into the interior, depending of the gravity of the accident it could smash through the firewall and the dashboard and crush the driver and front passenger. Rollbars usually overlook that since it requires completely removing the dashboard to make room for the reinforcement.

[@Serps-ii9zc]

André Fontes I never said it would be super effective, just that it could work and has been done and mostly that the car isn't super heavy like every seems to think these old cars are (that was your original argument after all), hell that Chevelle is only about 100 lbs heavier than a 370Z. The GM A-body is body on frame with a fairly beefy for the time perimeter frame, if you combined that with a good roll cage (and I'm going to say that again CAGE) you can make it a reasonably safe car on a track. I've seen plenty of 8 and 10 point cages in these old cars with the factory dash completely in place and intact, a good cage builder can work around it. With the suspension parts available you can make these things into pretty much and kind of street/race car you want and do it fairly well, no it won't be as good as some other cars, but they damn sure can be decent.

[@theteacuphead]

Hope the restoration of the car is going well! I love the classic cars from that era, as you say quite rightly, they really do have so much character! I would personally restore it to factory condition. It would be good to keep it original because of the history that it carries. It would be nice to see it in that sort of condition. As cool as an upgrade would be, there’s something nice about keeping it in its original form.

[@austindarrenor]

I own a '69 Chevelle Station Wagon 350 that I bought in 1993 and I've been driving it ever since. A great old car and since I live in southern Nevada there's no rust. Kind of a gas hog but on the upside there's so much work I can do myself. Would like to some day have it looking like it just rolled off the showroom floor. Yo 1969!

[@joeychaseable]

This is a definite ls swap. Fuel injection, reliable, Inexpensive. Win, win..

[@gailraby1722]

I agree with your idea 1000%.. absolutely fantastic idea.

[@marlerusticgeek0075]

Hi Kyle👋🏾 My favorite classic car ! I like your ideas Go For It!!!

[@AnimalYates]

Awesome video Kyle! I am loving the new (old) style videos! Definitely keep them coming. As for the car, my vote is to restore the original paint and drop a 350 in it. Simple, yet unique being that it is a sedan.

[@chandlerferguson9296]

I would actually love to see you start to work on this chevelle, I am really looking forward to seeing what it looks like

[@ron.carguy2756]

I love these kinds of video keep up putting them

[@TheSpiritOfTheWest]

All I’m asking for is a fresh coat of paint. Either the original colour or candy red. Super excited for this project!

[@lincmerc1581]

My first car was a 1968 Chevelle coupe given to me by my grandfather. It belonged to his mother, my great grandmother. It was the same gold with a black vinyl top. 327 powerglide 2 speed automatic.

[@mistx7115]

this is a cool car that regardless of what you do it will be awesome.

[@fersunk]

I will love to see this car in their former glory. OEM colour and OEM power train

[@lukesil7887]

1969 Chevelle. Beautiful Car. I see it's pretty Solid, too which is a good sign.

[@SaudDowaihy]

im excited to see the restoration progresses.