1958 Chevrolet Impala 2 Door Hardtop Continental Kit in Black & Ride My Car Story with Lou Costabile

[@blackiejames1843]

The '58 Impala was the best in my opinion, such class and elegance. When I was a kid my dad had a '57 and the guy across the street got a new '58 in a cream color and it was stunning. I have always like the looks of the "58 and this black example has to be one of the best I have ever seen. Thanks for bringing this one to us Lou !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Blackie James, Nice Chevrolet's running around your neighborhood :-) Happy to read this one brings back fun memories, and you're welcome, Lou

[@mikevale3620]

Thanks Lou for getting Dennis to show us this spectacular piece of automotive sculpture and 1950's design. I can appreciate Dennis' concerns about people losing all sense of place when they see this gleaming ride as they go about their business driving by. Dennis would feel vulnerable in such situations. The interior with the beautiful faux tri-colour upholstery bucket seats in the rear looked spectacular as did the various coloured, looked like anodised aluminium door trims with the contrasting aluminium dash trim. As Dennis said...those door panels would not be cheap to make. The paint, chrome, the 2 door coupe design, the Impala badging... breathtaking. The engine sound and presentation...100%. Any wonder he bought it in the car park before the car went to auction...

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mike, Happy to share this "spectacular piece of automotive sculpture and 1950's design" :-) High praise, Lou

[@michaelnotigan7796]

To think these cars were made on an assembly line, yet today looking at this car, it has a one-off, hand made-custom feel to it. It would be impossible for the GM of today to build a car like what they did here in '58. Think of all those small bits of stainless, aluminum and chrome, that compound curved back window. That was all done by a company who helped to win a world war. A corporation that had dedicated factories to make that trim, alone! A corporation that built cars like this brilliant example, also had a game changing hand in building locomotives that conquered the steam locomotive, buses for our cities and towns, refrigerators and air conditioners for our homes, trucks, airplanes to aerospace. Lou, I think we're close enough in age to remember what GM was, to look forward as a child to each coming September and the new car releases in the 1960's to early 70's. This car represents to me the optimism for the future ahead; but somewhere in the mid-seventies, that optimism as well as the GM we remembered, was fading out.

[@JeffKing310]

That's a great point! These were assembled on a relatively rudimentary production line with virtually zero mechanical assistance (no robots for example).

[@kevinsnyder4425]

Well said ..... !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael, Thank you for viewing and sharing your thoughts. 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

[@jonnietruth4083]

That car is absolutely beautiful in design color and condition. It’s a work of art

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@craigjorgensen4637]

Fabulous car! I’m not a fan of Continental Kits but I know some people like them. Extra nice in every way!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Craig, High praise for this car :-) I'd prefer no continental kit too, Lou

[@robertdryburgh1457]

Beautiful example of one of my favorite car however for me the continental kit would have to go.

[@carloscarpinteyro332]

Another great car! An older friend of mine had one, when I drove it, I felt sure inside like I was in a sherman tank! I really like the styling on these, as well. I think 1958 was the first year for quad headlights on cars, as well. My dad had a 1958 Nomad wagon, four door, blue and white two tone as well. I have a pic of myself standing on the rear bumper of it when I was about 6 years old. Proud owner with such a beautiful car, thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Carlos, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Friends car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@opera93]

Thanks, a close classmate had this: 348/6 BBL, AUTO,,,,ETC...ANYWAYS, it was nice when new....

[@vladtheimpala5532]

You are correct. 1958 was first year that quad headlights were legal in all 48 states. That’s why so many cars had them in 58. The Plymouth Fury was going to have them in 1957 but there were some states where they weren’t allowed. That’s why the 57 Plymouth Fury had parking lights right next to the headlights. I think that looks kinda funny. I don’t know if any states had 57 Plymouth Furys with quad headlights or not. I think it was just easier to make them all the same. Then in 58 Christine came out. She was the only red one though. Sorry, I went off on a tangent there. 😏

[@briansd2772]

Dennis is a magician right? He keeps pulling these beautiful "rabbits" out of that baseball cap! Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Brian SD, He is.....and the car I'm going to feature of his this Friday is going to make you say "What?". You're welcome, and stay tuned, Lou

[@russelladams6432]

Another beauty Lou. I was really surprised to see turquois in the interior instead of red. When I was younger I help a neighbor partially redo one for a customer. He had a nice shop and paint booth in his garage. We repainted the body white and changed the interior metal and steering wheel from blue to bright red. We also installed the continetal kit and painted the ring white and the center the same red as the interior. We put an LED third brake light in the fake vent on the back of the roof. One of my jobs was to polish all of the stainless trim. Let me tell you it felt like I would never get done. There is so much brightwork on the outside of the cars. They are really cool cars.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Russell, Happy to read you enjoy this "really cool" car :-) Thank you for sharing, Lou

[@tct9mm151]

That beautiful black 58 Impala just OOOOZES elegance! What an amazing amount of chrome and the Continental kit suits it perfectly. GREAT VIDEO LOU.

[@loucostabile]

Hi TCT9MM, High praise :-) My pleasure sharing the car with you, Lou

[@AtlantaGymFan]

An marvel of chrome made this a special looking car!

[@loucostabile]

Chrometacular !

[@bruceh92]

From the awesome spinner hubcaps to the jewel-like trim pieces, funky seat patterns, to the big 348 - this was Chevrolet at its finest. As sporty as a '58 Corvette if not more. Great job guys and thanks Lou for all your hard work - and great taste.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bruce H., High praise :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and thank you for your kind words and encouragement, Lou

[@jonathanriolo2578]

God bless the gentleman

[@loucostabile]

Amen!

[@debbiedunn4477]

Oh yes!!.... As classy and they come!

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@johnnyquest6115]

It's truly gorgeous, I'd love to take you for a ride on it!

[@1955mouse]

now we're talking! nice old chevy, love it! this guy has an awesome collection going.

[@loucostabile]

Hi mouse, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) Good news! Dennis has more, and the one I'm featuring this Friday you're going to say "What?". Stay tuned, Lou

[@1955mouse]

@@loucostabile I'll be watching of course, thanx!

[@JeffKing310]

That is a beautiful '58 Impala and great Trunk and Treats. Dennis sure has an impressive collection. Thanks for sharing this black beauty with us Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeff, Dennis knows how to deliver the "trunk & treats". Wait until you see the car I'm featuring Friday from Dennis collection. You're going to say "What?". Stay tuned, Lou

[@JeffKing310]

@@loucostabile I can hardly wait!

[@jeffreyharrington3982]

Always a pleasure to see the remarkable automobiles in Dennis's collection Lou!!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeffrey, Dennis has quite the collection, and the good news is he's agreed to share his collection with us, so stay tuned :-) Lou

[@paulkirkland1535]

@@loucostabile :This is a beauty, pure art one of the legendary designs of Harley Earl. Speaking of the first big block, the cylinder heads were referred to as the "porcupine " heads. Any "fuelie" as GM called the fuel injection system cars is worth a fortune. They're just so rare due to the fact they were very expensive. The fuel injection system added roughly $400-$600 to price of the car which is why most people went with carbs instead. I've seen a few of the fuelie equipped cars, if I remember correctly they were Corvette's. Anyway Lou please stay safe and a gr8 God bless day to you and the owner.

[@theobserver1320]

wow ... what a beauty. The golden era of American cars. Unreasonable but a dream.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to receive a "wow" from you :-)

[@peters1127]

This was the first brand new car I had seen backing out of the dealership and into the alley. My buddy and I was on lunch break from school at that time and it was late 1957. Location was Chicago, on Ashland Ave between 17-18th street. It was Black with the Continental Kit just beautiful, as an 11 year old I froze in my track and picture lodged in my memory ever since. Thanks for the memory Lou. Just wish I could afford one today.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Peter S, Happy to read this car brings back memories :-) 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

[@1royalpalm]

Long ago a co worker of mine was telling me when he was discharged from the army in 1958 he bought a new Chevy Impala. One thing I remember him telling me was about the vacuum ashtray the car had. The '58 in your story is flat out beautiful.

[@loucostabile]

Hi 1royalpalm, There are a few I've featured with that option, and I recall they were Ken Nagels cars. Hmmm, stay tuned because I recall that one might coming up in the next few months and I'll feature that, Lou

[@garylewis3641]

That car is a work of art and should be in a museum somewhere!

[@mikevale3620]

I've no doubt that ultimately it will be.

[@briansd2772]

I think it already is! Dennis'

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@Nebulasecura]

Probably one of the most beautiful cars of the 50s that also makes a great combo with the oh so favored/unfavored continental kit. I personally never minded it on any car of this era from the factory, but we can all agree that Chevy perfected the continental kit on this one

[@loucostabile]

Hi Padme Amidala, High praise for the design & looks of this car :-) Thanks for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@michaelpacini1332]

Ok Lou , I've just decided I want to be like Dennis . The man has some gorgeous automobiles.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Michael, Happy to read you're enjoying the cars Dennis has :-) Good news, the car from Dennis collection I'm featuring on Friday. You're going to say "What?'. Stay tuned, Lou

[@stevekaminski5327]

What a rich looking car especially for what was a reasonably priced car. Elegant and sporty. The colorful interiors used back then really finished it off. I've seen this gentleman on your channel before. He's got a fine collection. Thanks for the video.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steve, "Elegant and sporty." Well said :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@josephconsoli4128]

Beautiful '58 Impala. Silver-blue was a nice color that year, but you can't go wrong with onyx black. It's funny, back in the '70's when the '57 Bel Air was a "Holy Grail" collector car, the '58's were totally ignored. They seemed so gaudy and heavy in comparison. Many years later, when they became appreciated and well restored, collectors became aware how beautiful they really were. Now they often surpass the '57 in value!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Joseph, Cars have an amazing way of looking better with age, and you're right, the 1958 has become quite desirable, Lou

[@chrisjeffries2322]

Lou it is always fun to see your show, had a white 58 Impala 348 while in the Navy in San Diego.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Chris, Happy to read you're enjoying the episodes with me. Glad to read you had a White 58 too. NICE! Lou

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

Everything looks great on this Impala and I love the custom license plate, too! Dennis has quite the collection and it sure is generous of him to share it with us. Thanks, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi TheGunfighter45acp, Glad you enjoy this Impala :-) Good news! The car Dennis has coming up on Friday will make you say "What?" Stay tuned, Lou

[@montymatilda]

The Impala in 58 was the top of the Bel Air line. Called Bel Air Impala. That is why the page in the book is confusing and says Bel Air Series with it starting with the Impala. What a wonderful car this one is! Great color combinations in the interior. Love the turquoise. Exterior black really suits this one well. Also love the 348.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Monty, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Lou

[@montymatilda]

@@loucostabile Lou, really enjoy you spending so much time with the collectable's and others. Always look forward to seeing one of your videos. I comment only for information, not to be snarky. I am sure with all you do, it would be impossible to get all the information on each car. Really love the treats in the trunk! So, thanks to you Lou. Oh, I forgot, the Impala became a full line of it's own at the top of Chevrolet in 1959 and the Bel Air came in second. The Impala name went on a station wagon in 1962. Thanks again.

[@geoben1810]

It's kind of a strange and funny feeling..... reading the comments I realize how many of these people never saw these cars actually being driven on the road. As a kid growing up in the 60s I couldn't wait to grow up and own one of them. By the time I got my license learner's permit when I turned 16 in '72 there weren't many left. But God they were gorgeous.....😍

[@loucostabile]

Hi George B, You're right. My goal in sharing is to keep the legacy of why we love these cars going to the next generation. Lou

[@mikedrown2721]

Canadian Pontiac had a 2 door wagon based on Chevrolet up until 1960. Beautiful ' 58 Chev

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mike, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. 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

[@NewtonWashinton]

That is 1 Beautiful car, Amazing paint, Dennis really scored big with this gem. Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Newton, You're right, the paint on this car is very nice :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@georges7340]

Dennis is living the life so many of us would love to be able to do ........ having a stable of classic cars! Thank goodness he is sharing it for so many people around the U.S. and the world! Much appreciated Lou and Dennis!😉 P.S. sorry I was late to this party!

[@loucostabile]

Hi George S, You're right on time to the party :-) Glad Dennis is sharing, and you're right, he's living and sharing the classic car dream. Lou

[@carmangeek8882]

That brought back some memories. One of my friends in high school had a 58 blue convertible with the 348.. Thanks Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi carman geek, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Friends car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@ImTheDaveman]

If you ask me what I like best about this here car - I'd have to say, "I gotta be honest, Lou. That car would be perfect with me behind the steering wheel and pulling it into my driveway. But I suspect that ain't gonna happen." Dennis has one awesome car, there's no lying about that! 58 Chevy Impala - Same year I was born in fact - another plus for this car! She's sexy and gorgeous and I'm in love! AND THE TRUNK SPACE! MY GAWD! You could haul your own Marachi Band around in that thing! With their instruments - and give em 1st class seats, service attendants and maybe - just maybe - squeeze a small Greyhound bus-size bathroom in just for the heck of it. Maybe Santa will give me a car like this some Christmas before I die. WIthout the Mariachi Band though. Thanks, Lou for another fabulous treasure!

[@loucostabile]

Hi ImTheDaveman, Happy to read this car and you have the same birth year :-) Hope you're behind the wheel of one like this soon, Lou

[@jonathanriolo2578]

Awesome 58 Impala 2 door hardtop

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@motorTranz]

'58 was a one off generation. First year of the Impala badge, "W" series engine, and side motor mounts. Beautiful car😍 Many thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi motorTranz, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car, and thank you for sharing your knowledge, Lou

[@richmcintyre1178]

My recollection of the 58s when I was a young man in the early 60s is that they all rusted out over the front headlights. I was not a fan of the 58s with the rolled over rear fins until later but this one is spectacular. The continental kit is a nice addition in that it does not protrude too much on the sides as some did. The color is perfect for this one and the interior is just amazing. Thanks for bringing this one to your subs Lou, it is a beauty. Dennis sure has an eye for the classics!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rich, Thank you for sharing your recollection. Happy to read you enjoy this one :-) You're welcome, and I have good news! Dennis has agreed to share all his cars on the Channel, so stay tuned for the one coming up this Friday, Lou

[@davedavis775]

Glad to see the 58 getting the respect it is due. For many years it was overshadowed by the iconic 57 and the lower longer look of the 59. This 58 in black was spectacular with a super straight body and 348.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dave, Happy to read you enjoy this video of this car :-) Lou

[@mikejames-drummerreginacan1386]

SO COOL.....wheel covers, chrome, black, dual antennas, continental kit etc

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read this think this one is "SO COOL" :-)

[@billmagorian490]

Lou this car was really clean. The engine bay was immaculate and had the big block 348 resting in it. I'm not a big fan of continental kits. They really detract from the beauty of the car's lines. His car did have the dual antennas which is cool. I wish you would spend less time on mundane things like tire jack directions which would give more time for the owner to share their car story. Same with trunk and treats. This was the first year of the Impala which was the feature car but you got off on a tangent with belaire and lesser models in the brochure. The 58 was a one year body style. Nothing before or after resembled it. Also you could really load these cars up with options The feature car seems very spartan. No power windows, seat, or A/C. I made a point to watch your video to the end and I was disappointed that you didn't ask what it was about the 58 Impala that he had to have it. Some of the owners of the cars you feature are extroverts and are able to tell their car story without prompting. Others not so and that is where you come in. Again I encourage you to have a crib sheet of questions and prompts to make your videos all that they can be. You do a great job of videoing the cars and an amazing job of finding them. Keep your videos coming Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bill, Happy to read you enjoy this "really clean" machine :-) Thanks for the tips, and appreciate the encouraging words, Lou

[@glenkepic3208]

Very cool ! 348, the 409's little brother ;) Member of extended family had a two door '58 Del Ray he bought from his folks who bought it new. Pretty sure it had a 283 and a three on the tree but by the late '60s it had a 302 and a 4 speed. Car was a beast !! btw,,, i recall reading a book from the library in the late '80s about American Automobiles. Memory gets foggy now but recall a chapter devoted to The '50s. There it stated that the Chevy '58s far out sold the '57s across the board. Now we know of End Of Model Year sales but this made it seem like nearly every dealership had alot of unsold '57 inventory. Who'd a thunk ;)

[@loucostabile]

Hi Glen, Glad to read you enjoy this "Very cool !" car :-) Thank you for sharing your memories too, Lou

[@glenkepic3208]

@@loucostabile Thank you, Lou. I get wound up...thanx again for what you bring here !

[@tippey2011]

Wow Dennis has another outstanding unit. My Lord the Impala was born on the same year I was born! I am partial to anything from 1958 as that is the year I was born. This unit sure is sporty I love that style and lines of this unit. I think 1958 model year had great lines and style and was so different than all the other model years. I love the chrome on this unit and the chrome piece on the roof I have always loved. I thought the interior of this unit was really sporty with the pattern and the three colors. That ride along had to be just awesome with that engine which was so cool. Just a outstanding unit this Lou and thanks for Sharing with us!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steve, Happy to read you and the Impala have the same birth year :-) Glad to read you enjoy the design of this one, and my pleasure taking you along for the ride. You're welcome, Lou

[@danmorrissette4814]

58' One of my Favorite Year ! i had a Canadian 58 Pontiac Laurentian ! Man this car brings back memories.... a Real Beauty! Thanks for sharing!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dan, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 58 Pontiac :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you, Lou

[@jwelchon2416]

I noticed the power steering pump runs off the back of the generator. They must have block sanded on that car for a year. It's a challenge to get a glossy black car that smooth!!

[@loucostabile]

You're right, the paint on this car is GREAT.

[@bryantcurtis2665]

I love how you bought it while it was waiting in line at the auction 🤪❤ I would also hope Barrett Jackson watches this.Thanks for showing us another great car Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Curtis, Happy to read you enjoy the video of this "great car" :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@dannyal467]

great car when i get older hope one day i have a ride like that just cruise on it 👍🏻🇺🇸

[@loucostabile]

Hope you're behind the wheel of one like this soon :-)

[@caspar0777]

Jesus, what a wonderful car! Thirst time I see this model. Thanks for sharing, you're the best 👍

[@loucostabile]

Hi Cas par, High praise for the car & the video :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@motorheadbanger7720]

When the car had a built-in soul! Unbelievable

[@loucostabile]

You're right :-)

[@judgegixxer]

The decor piece above the rear glass would make a perfect place to integrate a 3rd brakelight. Thanks for another great video.

[@loucostabile]

Hi judgegixxer, Thank you for viewing and sharing your thoughts :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@gene978]

Oh LOU!! That has to be so nice in person to look this great in video. WOW! I always loved this style. I heard GM Styling for 1958 was given a lot of rope to be free with design on ALL it’s Models. And you will see 1958 Models for GM were only for drastically different before 1958 and after 1958. One year body. You had to think you where in the Future in 1958 between GM and Chrysler with it’s Long, Low, finned models. Sure beats todays styling. I could live in his garage and be 😁 Thrilled

[@loucostabile]

Hi gene978, Happy to read you enjoy the design of this car :-) The garage gets chilly in the Winter, so let's stay in the house, watch the commercials (the ones you can, so I can keep sharing) on the videos I share, and enjoy! Lou

[@clarebutterfield6927]

Another gem found by Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to share this "gem" with you Clare :-)

[@DwainDwight]

A beautiful car. Love the Chive '58. Nice one Dennis. Lovely car. Definitely on my must buy list. Thanks Lou!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi D Wnright, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Hope you're behind the wheel of the right 58 for you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@plymouthduster2252]

Another great video Lou. My Uncle had a red convertible the same year model he bought it in 62 or 63. Someone had thrown a rod in the 348 and he went to the local Chevrolet dealership and ordered a new 409 dual quad motor and put in it and switched it to a 4 speed. He traded it for a new SS 396 Chevelle in 1966 and they gave him 500 dollars trade in for it.

[@loucostabile]

Hi PlymouthDuster 225, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Uncles car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@lt.frankdrebin3317]

Love how those old engines fire right up within the first revolution. This video inspires me to take my '58 Impala out. If you're ever in southwest Pennsylvania, I'll be glad to show you my original-Sierra Gold paint '58 with a 348 3x2. Just added a factory-correct power steering system to it.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Lt. Frank Dredin, Happy to read this video is inspiring in bringing your car out :-) I was in PA at the Chrysler Nationals in Carlisle, Lou

[@lt.frankdrebin3317]

@@loucostabile Love your work showcasing these cars!

[@terrym5023]

Pretty sure no brand had such radical transformations year by year as with Chevrolet 1956-59. Four years of the prime example of what I call the glorious madness period of automobile designers. I first fell in love with the '58 shocased in American Graffiti driven by Terrence aka "the Toad".I am thinking the designers front of the car predicted this emoji: 😬

[@loucostabile]

Hi X K, Happy to read you enjoy "Toad's" car :-) Lou

[@louiskats5116]

Goodday Lou, What a treat, what a treat, besides the 1965 Chevrolet SS Impala Hardtop L78 425 Hp with a 396 cubic inch, the 1958 runs a damn close second. Once the dual headlights & dual parking light look is so menacing & so stylish at the same time nothing compares. Oynx Black & Chrome not forgetting the Continental Kit what a combo. Dennis has great taste in cars & this 58 Chev is simply stunning. So envious you get to cruise in these classic cars, but that is why I watch your channel. Great video again Lou, 1958 Hardtop simply mouthwatering. Your number 1 Fan in Australia Louis Kats from Melbourne Australia ☺ 👍 ❤

[@loucostabile]

Hi Louis my # 1 Fan in Australia! No reason to be envious, I'm sharing with you :-) High praise for this car. Friday I will be sharing one from Dennis collection you'll be saying "What?" Stay tuned, Lou

[@louiskats5116]

@@loucostabile Bring it on Lou, bring it on. Does Dennis live around the corner from your house ?

[@lt.frankdrebin3317]

I usually don't care for black interiors, but the '58 Impala has that neat little tasty splash of turquoise.

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for sharing the details you appreciate.

[@bobclapper2672]

Thanks Lou , another Great Classic !!

[@loucostabile]

My pleasure Bob :-) You're welcome.

[@xDPx-zh7vr]

Maybe because it's the first time I remembered seeing one but I always think of Terry the Toad from American Graffiti thinking he was so boss driving around everytime I see a '58 Impala.

[@loucostabile]

Hi ••• xD35P153x •••, American Graffiti is a classic, and "Toad" driving his car was a memorable Character in the movie for sure, Lou

[@gclarkbloomfield8848]

...sheesh, Lou....just how many primo classics does Dennis ownm0...plus he always features great trunk treats...

[@loucostabile]

Hi G Clark Bloomfield, 25+ & the good news! He's agreed to share each one of them with us on this KZbin Channel. Stay tuned, Lou

[@randybills3848]

Nice 58 that ole guy never fails to make me smile

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@mogarcia9755]

Beautiful car Lou, my aunt had one baby blue, I always liked the chrome the curves of the 58, I wish I would of been older when she sold it to buy it back then prolly dirt cheap I’m sure… I think it looks it best in the black or burgundy, thank you for video this must of been when you would do a ride along…

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mo, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Aunts car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou

[@leroycaudill96]

Beautiful car Lou thanks.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Leroy, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@mirchshake50]

Sir Dennis Rocks 😊 nice car nice story.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mirch Shake, Well good news! Sir Dennis shares he's going to share all his cars with us, for more FUN stories, with some more awesome cars. Stay tuned, Lou

[@arneberg6814]

Thanks Lou. Now for one in candy apple red.

[@loucostabile]

Here is that red one you requested :-) kzbin.info/www/bejne/el7WfGB-g66SnpY

[@yeseniakrueger1863]

Many of the 1958 general motors cars were special ..like this one...

[@loucostabile]

Hi Yesenia Krueger, Happy to read you enjoy the General Motors 1958 designs :-) Lou

[@bryanm1498]

Great video on one of my favorite cars!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read this is one of your favorites :-)

[@ecklersautomotive1015]

Beautiful car and great video, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Glad you enjoy this car & video :-)

[@pastormichaelhibbertminist7486]

A Magnificent Car....Wow!!! Built in America really used to mean something

[@loucostabile]

Hi Pastor Michael Hibbert Ministries, 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

[@pastormichaelhibbertminist7486]

@@loucostabile God Bless you Good Man 🙂😊😇

[@krazi77]

5:31 I believe there's a 58 two door wagon that lives in Doniphan Nebraska. pretty sure it's a 2 door, but I could be wrong.

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for sharing the Wagon you're familiar with.

[@helpmenow7]

Classy all the way, over the top

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy this Classy Chevrolet :-)

[@marktucker5837]

Very nice car 348 was good. Motor then they made the 409 all good

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mark, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. 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

[@Nebulasecura]

Man GM did so much better with their continental kit design than Ford did, and I love both car brands in this era

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for viewing and sharing you enjoy the continental kit on this car :-)

[@bextar6365]

I thought the 58 was the best looking Impala of the past, only built for one model year. I owned a beautiful 60 Impala, but not as sharp as the 58.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bextar636, High praise for this car :-) Glad to read you had a FUN car too, Lou

[@georges7340]

We had the '60 Nomad station wagon at our house........ medium grey metallic....... no frills...... just right for a growing family! Good memories. 😉

[@vladtheimpala5532]

I love the 58 Impala. It reminds me of what the Corvette might have looked like if Chevrolet had done to that what Ford did to the T Bird. So it’s kinda like a big Corvette. I’m glad they did it the way they did though. Now we have both. They actually had a concept car that they called the Corvette Impala and it looked a little bit like this. When these first came out they were called the Bel Air Impala. This is one of my all time favorite cars. 58, 59 and 61 are my favorites. I remember the first time I saw a 58 Impala. It was a pretty new car at the time. I must have been about ten. I’ve wanted one ever since. I turned one down one time because it had a 283 and I wanted a 348. That was a mistake. I was looking for a 58 when I found my 64 convertible and decided to buy it instead. Everyone thinks that the reason the 348 and the 409 is called the W Block is because the valve covers are shaped like a W. That’s not it though. It was just a code that GM had for the engines they were experimenting with. The X and the Y were small blocks. They kept the W because it had more displacement and the name stuck. www.hotrod.com/articles/chevrolets-w-engine-348/ www.chevyhardcore.com/news/throwback-thursday-when-the-corvette-and-impala-were-one-car/ auto.howstuffworks.com/chevrolet-impala.htm

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read the 1958, 1959, and 1961 Impala's are the ones you love :-)

[@sonnymiller7452]

Wow what an amazing car 😍 I’m determined to buy a car from you’re channel lol

[@loucostabile]

Hi Sonny Miller, Here are the one's I'm aware of are for sale. Hope you're behind the wheel of the right one for you soon, Lou www.mycarstorywithlou.com/cars-for-sale/

[@sonnymiller7452]

@@loucostabile awesome thanks so much I greatly appreciate the help 👍

[@tdvandy2]

An absolutely beautiful car! I have one question though. Where is the fuel filler door?

[@loucostabile]

Hi Todd V, The gas cap is left center in the back, and this video link I share at just past the 3 minute mark where the gas cap is, Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/hH6ahahsmJaWpdE

[@tdvandy2]

@@loucostabile Thanks Lou!

[@arneberg6814]

Thanks for showing us this 58 Impala Lou. I always considered this much classier than the 57. Gives me goosebumps. Especially with the continental kit. Also Did they have a hidden gas cap like previous years?

[@loucostabile]

Hi Arne, Happy to read you enjoy this year :-) You're welcome. Regarding the gas cap, here is a video of a 58 Chevrolet with continental kit I did, which shows where the gas cap is, enjoy, Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/hH6ahahsmJaWpdE

[@martytruelove5026]

I fell for this car after watching American Graffiti.

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@arod4496]

She’s so fine. My 348 lol. Awesome Chevrolet

[@loucostabile]

Nice :-)

[@user-zu9kk5et8b]

Black car. Hawt. Hawt.😉🤘

[@loucostabile]

N I C E :-)

[@larryborkstrom3580]

Like the 58 as much a a tri5 there not a real radical change fro 55 to 58 so I never understand why they were not placed 55 thru 57

[@loucostabile]

Hi Larry, I think it's the 4 headlights that ended the "Tri-Five" discussion instead of the "Quad-Five", Lou

[@lvlehrshad]

When dennis sits behind the wheel, He is like a 12 years old boy, only American Classsic cars could do that !!!

[@loucostabile]

Yes he is about 12 years old.....I think that's why we get along so well because when I'm with him, I think I'm about 12 too :-)

[@garbage854]

WOW !! :)

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@jonathanriolo2578]

Lou do you have a cell number? because your email doesn't work this way in the future whenever we meet together we can do a episode on my car story with my future dream hot rods

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jonathan, I'm receiving e-mails. [e-mail] "Put in the subject "Jonathan's car" and send your pictures of your car too, Lou

[@jonathanriolo2578]

Oh it work thank you Lou

[@jonathanriolo2578]

It works

[@anthonypeters871]

Great 58

[@loucostabile]

Nice :-)

[@ofermashiach4519]

Cars back then had so much character unlike today's bland and stale designs.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ofer, Happy to read you enjoy this car with "character" :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@VanekLarson]

Getting famous off comments day 180, hope everyone has a wonderful day and hope you accomplish what you want to accomplish🤙🚀

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for viewing and sharing.

[@roywalls5595]

Hi Lou Castabile I had the money I buy

[@loucostabile]

Hi Roy, Hope you're behind the wheel of the right one for you soon, Lou

[@roywalls5595]

@@loucostabile Hi Lou Castabile I got 47 cars save on Hemming and older 1930 to 1979 I always checking on them price drops down!

[@fubarmodelyard1392]

The one Chevrolet my grandpa Emerson had was a 58 biscayne. Not nearly as nice as this one.

[@loucostabile]

Hi FUBAR Model Yard, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Grandpas car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@Merylstreep1949]

If it were white, it would look like The Toads car from American Graffiti

[@loucostabile]

You're right :-)

[@kevinsnyder4425]

Love the '58 Impala ! Restoring that car & replacing all that chrome would be a nightmare !! I wonder what the weight of that car is - it needs all of that 348 to move it down the road.... thanks lou & owner.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Kevin, Happy to read you "Love the '58 Impala !" :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@ivanfigueroa9163]

Que $$$$$$$$$ vale

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ivan, Thank you for viewing & sharing. Lou

[@willsco76]

There is a lot of gingerbread on this car

[@loucostabile]

Hi William, Just the way we like it :-) Lou

[@rodirby5952]

I would rather drive my Daughter's 2015 Camaro over Dooley mountain than this stone

[@loucostabile]

Clearly this one is not for you :-( Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you'll enjoy :-) Lou