Ohio Street Freak: 1969 Chevrolet Nova - The House Of Muscle Ep. 4

[@ironrhino25]

its slow, vulgar, rusty, makes a grown man cry on TV, and handles like a shopping cart with a crooked wheel... its perfect!

[@ssnova3210]

Dream car.

[@jeffseidel4249]

This episode makes me so happy, to see his love of his father coming through the cars. This is a true car lover and an inspiration for myself. Thank you for this video.

[@MrFraserLaser]

people seem to hate on mr musto but he really does have a genuine appreciation and love for cars, you may not like his presenting but atleast its not fake..

[@xabx6939]

MrFraserLaser Idgaf let these 9 year olds complain about things they probably don't have

[@tommitchell2055]

People will get over it just like how they got over hating on Tony and Lucky

[@williamgson4055]

Mike is one my favorite hosts, really like what he does

[@caoYB]

MrFraserLaser fully agreed, when he was at " drive" he and Matt are the only guys I like

[@flawns]

when you are ready to step down from your thrown gmkalos, let us know, so we can all enjoy car video reviews that are not that traditional data soup show

[@Phatchanz]

My first car is a 1972 Chevy Nova that I have owned for 15 years. This brought a tear to me eye, well done.

[@phillipkearl2016]

People don't get how much car guys and girls put their hearts out on display when showing off their pride and joy, this car has a lot of heart and I love the story as much as I loved the car

[@roknroy1]

i can see the heart and soul put into this car by the owner! god bless you my friend, and thanks for inspiring episode!

[@Upsidedownorangejuice]

This was thoroughly great episode and dam that closing statment

[@davidsimms2806]

upsidedownorangejuice really is true. i drive a junky 72 beetle and junky 68 impala, and someday my junky 78 bronco will be back on the road. all the time people come up to me to ask about them. tell me how they use to have one... maybe they'll get another one... something about reminiscing about the good ole days, makes us feel good. just the other day i came out of lowes and a 70 nova parked 2 spots away from my impala at the way back of lot, and i was like that dude respects my car, my junky car fresh out of the desert. and i respect his car.

[@marcoceccarelli6415]

back in 1985 when I was eight years old I remember seeing my first muscle car. they were parked in backyards and garages. they look like they were stuck in time. the cars belong to the young man who went to Vietnam and never came home. it was so sad to see these car sit there idle they look like a dog waiting for the owner to come home. a memory I will never forget God bless our veterans.

[@dandebby]

Mike, fantastic episode ! So well said by you and the owner, I recently purchased a 1970 Nova, I'll be 73 yrs. old in July.

[@zombietherapy1759]

Damnit, I teared up. Had a 68 straight as an arrow, all surface rust. I loved it. Hats off!

[@moparedtn]

Yes, I'm a Mopar guy. No, I'm not a huge fan of Novas in general or this one in particular. But.... *thumps chest over heart* Atta boy Mike Cosculluela. Atta boy Mike Musto. Look, people, you're a car guy or you're not. You get "it" or you don't. They get it. So do I.

[@justkiddin1980]

moparedtn and so do i....great statement...

[@barkeater9606]

Love it! I have a 1971 mustang 351C and I drive it every weekend. I take it to the beach, the gym, shopping, car shows, everywhere. Keep these old cars on the road not in garages. Great video and keep up the good work!

[@thegreatbamboozler4837]

GO DOG GO!!!!!!!

[@justinrennie9995]

Bought my Nova from my grandfather who bought it brand new, this episode hits home

[@darrienobrien7591]

This is my new favorite show on motor trend...There is nothing else like this. Keep up the good work.

[@TheDustyaman]

I respect this guy. I hope when I get my dart done I can drive it everyday as well

[@onecountrykid146]

TheDustyaman same, 1970 Dodge Dart swinger owner here

[@CrackedAsain]

same but mine is a 1968 gt and a 1969 gts

[@navywolf1753]

Same here, '71 Swinger 2-door

[@supaatramp]

Mike Musto you're a fucking G. Nothing but respect for you and your taste in automobile.

[@Soulvex]

a gorm

[@xXHoratiuTheBobXx]

I don't know why there are so many negative comments Mike's a great host and Big Muscle along with this are some of my fav youtube content.

[@mithikx]

Cause people are entitled and want everything to cater to them.

[@liljjbo17]

I fucking love Musto's commentary im so happy hes on motortrend now.

[@joelaurent893]

this has got to be one of the best videos I've ever watched

[@frankr6702]

Total time capsule. Love he uses it as daily driver. Wouldn't change a thing on that car. Love the drive thru store too

[@TBONESIDEOFLIFE]

*WOW, THESE TAKE ME BACK! HOW MANY ARE SMILING RIGHT NOW?* 😁

[@rosarodriguez1900]

I love this car, i drive my 76 chevy nova sedan everyday, from work to school to the gym all over the town. Its my 1st car and my dad also gave it too me as a gift :) Great show!

[@therealjeffboomhauer4528]

And just when I get mad about busting my knuckles on my Nova, KZbin lets this gem shine down and I once again love my car.

[@ipdjbt]

What a beautiful episode!

[@PatBALEX]

This was great.. Brought back fond memories of my past and the great cars we had back then.. Thanks

[@Hendrixbroncobiz]

This is my favorite episode! I love the street freak cars! I've watched this 10 times over

[@TierodMcslush]

Favorite of his collection, I see all his novas on the street everyday.

[@biggchrisbackyardcraftsaut186]

Could not agree more with the episode .. I have a 1985 Monte Carlo almost the same style side pipes Skinnys in the front 10 inch wide rims in the back and just like that I don’t go to drag strips I don’t go to many car shows and just enjoy the car this episode hit the nail on the head with me at least.

[@JasonBrown-tx4lq]

I love the nostalgia that people get from owning these cars 😍

[@Twistedhippy]

That hug at the end was well deserved, right on man!

[@gearhead8989]

Mike is a cool guy and has some awesome Novas. I see him driving all of them all the time. I am honestly blown away that his green nova didn't make a appearance... It's by far my favorite from his collection. I am also not surprised that he made it on this show. His builds are always immaculate. But what I love best, not a single one of them doesn't get driven.

[@sailingtheseasofsteeze4209]

mike has a way of stirring emotions and making a truly wonderful show no matter who he'w working with or what he's driving, great job man

[@DecadesCars]

Love that you guys got this show featuring some more classic muscle. Not enough of it in today's car scene, hopefully guys like you and our channel can bring in some more love for these cars

[@snipehawkyt1636]

Just saw you guys' channel great stuff I subbed. With roadkill now being something we have to pay for I was looking for more muscle car content on KZbin!

[@adamriddell2561]

Hopefully you guys go mainstream. Would be awesome to see more young people into these cars

[@kenhanson4015]

Love the bent steering wheel and the roadkill. Much respect for old school. H of M is the best thing on KZbin. Keep up the good work...Ken

[@Boneychuck]

Love this story, Love that car, Love this series. Reminds me of me and my Dad fixing up and cruising his 73 Elco SS, good times.

[@extremeforce07]

just so you know this brought me to tears. im 53 im from brooklyn ny but now live in florida. this story reminds me of my first car experience back in 1976 i was 12 and one of the older guys from the neighborhood built this one car that i could never get out of my mind to this day i have dreams about the car and it sitting there on the corner of ditmas ave and east 3rd street in all its heavenly glory. it was a jet black 1970 charger with a very simular rake to this nove its had huge 50 series tires out back with skinnies up front it had a orange see through hood scoop the sat about six inches up top the hood showing all the Chrome down beneath sparkling of off that 440 down under inside black hight back bucks with a three speed slapstick automatic man that day that car had never left my heart. now im retired and not doing much of anything that is until this until right now this very moment im going to set out to build that car the black beauty the one in my dreans that sat at that intersection not only in brooklyn but in my heart. now i never did the mini van thing in fack i drive the srt8 challenger and now i think i know why. thanks guys for this i feel invigorated something to look forward to ill keep ya posted the hunt is on!!!

[@johnbehneman1546]

WHEN I WAS ABOUT 12 YEARS OLD I SAW a 56 CHEVY GASSER/ STREET FREAK. AT A COIN OP CAR WASH. SINCE THEN I ENJOY EVERYDAY LEARNING AND BUILDING HOT RODS. THAT IS WHY I AM SO PASSIONATE ABOUT THE SPORT. AND I AM GRATEFUL AND THANK FOR ALL THE FRIENDS I HAVE MADE ON THIS JOURNEY. YOU GUYS ARE PRICELESS!!! I LOVE YOU AND I THANK YOU.

[@mit7771]

You're the best Mike, Ive always loved your attitude about cars being meant to be driven, and I agree!

[@javierrosales9471]

You can really tell its a daily driver because of the garage remote on the visor just like my mini van. Im so sorry for his dad and he sure did love him. What a good way to remember your dad every day with driving an awesome Nova.

[@1859ddd]

Yo man why you gotta hit me in the feels first thing in the morning huh?! 😭😭😭

[@craigscott7392]

Love the short black and white footage. I was 15 years old again, drooling over my neighbor's 70 Nova. Cool cars and country roads!

[@heavymetalhippie13]

Mike, I am sure that you won't read this, but I really have to input for this episode. I've watched every episode of "Big Muscle" and "Roadkill", but of all of them, this was it. The idea you are capturing here in this episode is the reason I became a car guy. It's the reason at the age of 22 I have had 11 cars, 2 of them being '70's K5 Chevys. The excerpts you have of Mike Cosculluela and what he said about his dad and his connections to Novas really hit home. I have a picture from '87 of a 1978 Chevy K10 my dad built that one a local car show 3 years straight that I am dedicating my 1978 K5 build to. Props to this guy, this channel, and everyone of you dudes and chicks that read this comment, and I mean that from the bottom of my heart. This episode wholly envelops the idea of being a car guy. Ride on friends, and support your local Navy sailor if you get the chance.

[@BLOCKNIT]

Cody Johnston. Im glad it touched you and hope my message inspires others to finish and drive their cars. Thanks for the compliment my friend.

[@mcgurkg1]

The first car I ever bought when I was 16 was a 1968 Chevy 2 Nova sedan with the 250 straight six. I wish I still had that bad boy...

[@bendavid84]

I drive a '08 Equinox, I miss my old '67 Chevelle. I want my smiles back.

[@tomhockenberry4862]

I want an old Nova. 68 - 72 awesome cars. I miss my old one.

[@garyjohnson6858]

Epic profile pic

[@garyjohnson6858]

Btw I subscribed

[@deniseharriman1193]

This Nova is fucking AWSOME.Looks exactly like like cars I had growing up.Had a 70 Nova,gray primer,with Cragers,and the same stance.Takes me back to high school and the good,old days.Wish I was 17 again.

[@andrewipp426]

The man nailed the look, stance, paint even down to the decals....and he drives it outstanding!!

[@trimode11]

The owner of this nova says what it is all about. Do it with your heart, not with your big money. Greatest episode of building cars ever. Thanks Mike !!

[@tinmanbj60]

Brings a Tear to my eye. I almost bought one but bought a caballero GMC 1978 and restoring it. Love the Love

[@o2boutdoors]

Props to the owner for building a cool, retro ride. The Sohio sticker brought back memories of working for them during high school.

[@jayswanton5874]

Much love for the passion and these cars... personally these Nova's hit close to home, as one day I hope to own one in memory of my father. No matter the style,no matter the car. true car guys understand the love and passion that goes into every build. who cares what you can go buy from the dealership brand new today, you will never have that feeling in your heart and soul of turning the wrenches and building your own beast. I'm just a 20yr man from Mississippi with a dream and the passion for all builds no matter the style. House Of Muscle deserves much respect for covering these cars and builds that others may pass up.

[@Destitute77]

Wise words from an obviously nice guy who built his car for exactly the right reasons. I only hope my son has such high regard for me when he's grown and from a fathers point of view, I'd be proud if my son turned out a little bit like him. Peace

[@OldYeller70novaSS]

Loved this episode. I'm building my grandpas old nova the way he wanted it. He passed away last year. And my dad and a few friends have been helping me put on the wrench time on time. I hope my dad lives long enough to see it done. The car was my grandpas dream and is now mine.

[@rhinohippo55]

this is almost why car guys around the globe do what we do..... this is very inspiring! it doesn't matter what kind of car it is, what kind of style you are going for, in the end of the day thats what gives you that big smile on your face!

[@R3LF13]

remembering my old trans am, shopping for mustangs and challengers -- getting in my Prius and going to work. today I'm that guy, but I haven't given up. thank you for the amazing episode. so much heart in this one.

[@fastrat37]

That was cool as it gets!! I even got a little misty when he started talking about his Dad.......my Dad bought me my first car in 1974 when I was a junior in High School. 1968 Chevelle SS396, 4-speed. Flames, big hood scoop, Cordovan Maroon paint, black interior, roller tachometer......owned it until 1990 when my first Daughter was born. I think it's still in Colorado somewhere up in the mountains. Sure wish I had it back, still have the original hood for it with the big hood scoop on it!

[@captnemomodelingzone7850]

Thank you bring back memories for me. Always loved that look.

[@elituko]

I love this car! So 60s and 70s. Reminds me of my white 66 Chevy 2 that was jacked up like this with shackle bars and slotted aluminum wheels, or my first 68 Camaro, black, SS hood, Cragar big and littles like this, 408 big block, 4speed light flywheel, 5.14 12 bolt with a spool, slapper bars, and a gold Moroso aluminum rear end cover. Ahh to be 18 again in 1979 and driving this to work at the parts store/speed shop every day. Thanks for the memories Mike and Motor Trend Channel!

[@bryantclaggett7560]

My high school car was a 69 nova with 10 inch ss cragars in the back and 4 inch pizza cutters up front. I miss that car some much watching this video made me cry. I did name one of my daughter Nova.

[@1996slamster]

Really digging the whole 70's vibe! I grew up always leaning towards the early 60's American Graffiti look and feel, but as I've aged I've grown closer to the late 60's to mid 70's thing. Cars, music and social ideas. Thanks for sharing the car and the story!

[@kukko83]

What an inspirational guy! It's great to hear somebody turn the emotional side of the hobby to words like this.

[@Muusie]

Best episode so far! Good job Mr Musto and well done to the owner of that car.

[@JRC99]

The car is perfection, and that drive thru grocery store is amazing

[@Stainlessslayer]

Loved this episode and look forward to seeing his other nova in a future episode.

[@mudyfronty05]

That was my car in High School! Mine was a 70 Nova but same stance, same rims, same tires, same hood scoop. It was all primer grey, Huge Sun tach, triple gauges, the works. It had a tunnel rammed 350, turbo 350 and the slapper bars. No side pipes but headers going to glass packs. God, I loved that car.

[@justkiddin1980]

this guy had me all choked up...wish i could do a project like this with my dad. And mister musto a exellent peace of work....really got me all nostalgic...

[@OnceIHadAPony]

Love House of Muscle! Keep up the awesome stories y'all. Thanks!

[@brooksys]

What a shock to see this! To the guy that built this car: I saw you/the car last winter/spring at the Kroger parking lot in Englewood. At the time I was staying in the car with my 1 year old boy who was sleeping, while my wife was in getting groceries. I sat there looking at the car in the parking lot, appreciating all the little nuances of it, pondering why exactly the car was there, and what the history/story was. I saw you come out, load your couple groceries in the trunk, fire it up and drive off. Clearly, I wanted to get out and come at least give you a thumbs up and/or introduce myself, but obviously couldn't with my son asleep in the car. I vividly remember how unique the car was, and appreciated seeing it out in the "wild". It put a smile on my face that day, as I'd have to think it would for anybody that appreciates hot rods! If you happen to see this, and if you'd like to- contact me through youtube, I'd love to connect, BS about cars, etc. I'm not far at all from your neck of the woods, and know all those roads this was filmed on. Heck I can even remember being right in that area as a kid in the early 90's in the back of my uncles old 69 Z28 with a 427! Based on the impression this video gives, I think we may share a lot of the same motivations in working on and building hot rods. If it isn't for bringing something positive into people's lives and inspiring positive actions, memories, etc, then what is it for?! Have a good one, and thanks for keeping those cars out on the road where they belong! -Mark

[@BLOCKNIT]

Yup, that was me. We can always meet for a cold beer and talk my friend.

[@SteveP-vm1uc]

Mike, that was AWESOME!!!!!!! I am trying to put my 65' Coronet 500 back together now. I want that SMILE again.......

[@TheHouseOfMuscle]

... and it doesn't go away.

[@garagerawk27]

I drove a 69 Maverick from Indianapolis to Seattle and had zero problems. Engine's run better at longer distances because you're bringing the engine up to its optimal temperature and burning out all of the impurities. I had a blast

[@crowvelle]

This video literally brings tears to my eyes, I will always come back. Thank you for posting it.

[@Hoodratque]

probably one of the best episodes...I felt his emotion...f*cking car guy tears...salute

[@davidbill4223]

l grew a million miles away from here but seeing this car soon reminds me of all the American movies I watched on TV growing up and why I still love cars of every kind.love everything about it great video!

[@weaselmotovlogs6471]

That is literally my dream car minus the stickers and different rims

[@jackgraziani1640]

i usually dont like any other shows on motortrend other than roadkill, but this show is so good

[@Probablyshouldnthave]

this car brings back so many memories for me right down to the little details like purplish tint on the windows

[@zachmockett7566]

My dad just bought me my first car in September; a 2002 BMW 330xi. I love this car and it reminds me how much I have thank my dad for. Hopefully I'm able to keep this car forever... if I do end up selling it; I'll always miss it.

[@patw9175]

Lucky for you, there are so many 330's around that even if you need to get rid of it, there'll be another out there for you in the future.

[@breezy0037]

man o man the memories that this brought back about the first car I ever bought as a kid. a 73 Mustang that was set up almost exactly like that. then a 69 Mustang. I miss them both

[@roxydog545]

I love this car, I wanted one in high school and now I just need to find one. My wife won't get in it...her loss.

[@hotshothogger]

Cool car. Stand up guy. Love the family names all over the car, nice touch.

[@g0ferboy]

This one touched me. My very first car was a fixer upper that we barely got running. But it was this very same body style Nova. I miss it to this day. In 2000 we bought it for 500...

[@NEO_RedPill_2024]

I think Musto has a very honest almost unscripted appeal. His passion for cars shines through. He is a man most can relate to. I would have a beer with him, which is the highest praise I can give to another man.

[@Grarder]

The commentary in this whole video is just gold! Everything I love about cars is so eloquently said. Maybe my favorite one of these so far.

[@horse1697]

this is my favorite car and story between house of muscle and big muscle stories like this are the reason im into cars just amazing when i think of a nova build this will forever stick in my mind

[@MrJibJub13]

This show just got better than before. I like these types of cars, care less for the picture perfect builds that never get driven.

[@nickcahill8156]

My favorite show on motortrend second to Roadkill

[@ThatDrummerBen]

Love this show, the edits are just wonderful and the stories are often amazing!

[@greg74mayer]

Amazing car! I was a teenager in the 80's and this is exactly what I remember...still have Buick GS

[@alfredhowe8217]

In 1969 I went with my dad to pick out my sister’s graduation present it was between a forest green and light blue Nova. At the age of 8 it was an honor to pick out the light blue with black vinyl top car for her .

[@Ghostryter81]

Man I get choked up talking about my dad also, can't help it. And that closing statement....... Love this episode.

[@najeebbadalandabad8351]

@8:31 probably the best thing i have seen on a classic muscle car

[@guytitanic]

I had a '71 Nova SS I called Nova Heart(which is also the name of a song by The Spoons)

[@christophermay4366]

this guy gets everything about owning and building a classic car....the hanging out with granddad..dad..brothers..and his closest childhood buddies..can't put a price on any of that..he's definitely passed all this on to his own kids...

[@arumrunner]

6:36 "You stomp it.... and gas pours out the filler neck" lol

[@SANDSCORCHER]

I think I want the white one more than the black one. Those blue headlight lenses took my back four decades!

[@stuckcase7775]

It’s the story that truly makes the car unique The journey

[@jennifergould3701]

Awesome video and thanks guys...He is totally right and be so awesome to know him...Such a great way of looking at it!!!!

[@EastsideBodega_]

I have to admit. When I first saw the trailer for The House of Muscle, I was skeptical. A new show, someone I'd personally never heard of & a focus of Older American Muscle cars. This show is my personally favourite on MotorTrend On Demand. The general excitement of Mike Musto comes across on camera. Alot of stories so far have a emotional investment that's really hard to nail in normal car shows. The format reminds me alot of what I've seen on Petrolicious. Thank you MotorTrend & Mike Musto for this amazing show.

[@TheHouseOfMuscle]

Thank you Trowa. Really appreciate you taking the time to comment. The goal of THOM is truly to find the best cars, owners and stories that we can and bring them to the audience in a way that's relatable to everyone!

[@jsmedn]

"When we are driving these cars, we are giving those guys hope". Some guy in a parking lot came up to me and said almost the same thing. "Seeing you in your car with a big ass grin on your face and two kids in the back seat obviously enjoying a drive with their dad, gives guys like me hope that some adults managed to carry out their childhood dreams". I wish I could have come up with something clever at the time, but I just said thank you and told him to follow whatever dream that made him come over and talk to me. As for Mike Musto, I wouldn't want anyone else to present these cars I think he does a great job.

[@TheHouseOfMuscle]

Thank you Sir!

[@calvincooley1074]

I remember when you would see cars like this and at that time (i was like 10) they were driven year round. They would have Craters or. Fenton or E.T.slots or Keystone Classics. Anyway, they would put steel rims with snowtires on them and the cool wheels stayed on the front. Of course the rust would be on the S/S's and Keystones by spring. But that is how it was.