Supercharged 1957 Ford Thunderbird T Bird F Code engine & Ride on My Car Story with Lou Costabile

[@John_Schulz]

This 1957 Ford Thunderbird, is ABSOLUTELY one of the MOST BEAUTIFUL cars EVER built. Completely, front to back, inside and out, and under the hood: Pure Magnificence In Every Respect and Detail. Thank You Immensely and Wholeheartedly For Sharing This Gorgeous Work Of Art.

[@loucostabile]

Hi John, High praise :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@sorshiaemms5959]

my favorite THUNDERBIRD WITH MY FAVORITE ENGINE AND COLOR AND MY FAVORITE CAR OF ALL WHAT A CAR

[@loucostabile]

Hi sorshia emms, Happy to read this one is a Winner for you :-) 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

[@romans828.]

Never met a T bird I did not love! This black beauty is amazing. thanks again Lou

[@loucostabile]

HI Bob Bob, Happy to read you enjoy this Black Bird :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@bruceh92]

The factory hood scoop looks sharp, as does the turned metal dash, and the sporty, yet simplistic, round tail lights that Ford would implement later on Galaxies and Fairlanes and Falcons. I'm an old Chevy guy but hats's off to owner - a rare factory performance T - Bird and true collectable. Way to go Lou and thanks!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bruce H., Enjoy reading the details you see :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@bradzimmerman3171]

hard to believe anyone is a "chevy guy "anymore gm is so lame

[@jimv7067]

The '57 T-Bird has to be one of the most perfectly styled cars of all time. Thanks Lou and Ken for showing us this beauty!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Joe, Happy to read you appreciate the styling of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome. 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

[@briansd2772]

I'd like to say this is the most incredible car you've ever featured but I can't. My jaw is still on the floor. Thanks Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Brian SD, High praise! Good news! Ken's agreed to share all his cars, so stay tuned as they're all "jaw droppers" :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@pablocespedes9585]

What a car, what a car, what a car!!! T-Bird fron 57 is my favorite, black is my favorite color for that car, NO heavy Continental kit... Big power option, this one has everything Just like I dream about it! Thanks

[@loucostabile]

Hi Pablo, High praise :-) Watch this video before bed two time, and wake up with a BIG smile from sweet dreams, Lou

[@BIGBADWOOD]

Super nice 5 stars 😃

[@loucostabile]

Nice :-)

[@TheArkDoc]

IMHO, one of the best versions of the best looking car of the post-war era.

[@loucostabile]

High praise.

[@alexron2023]

As a footnote I learned how to drive on my dads 57 three speed yellow thunderbird It brings so many memories 😊

[@loucostabile]

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

[@shankarbalan3813]

What a real treat this old Bird is! Fabulously good looking thing!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy this rare Bird :-)

[@jeffreyharrington3982]

Gorgeous and very rare automobile Lou!Thank you both for letting us take a look at it!...

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeffrey, Happy to share this rare Bird with you :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

Wow! This T-bird looks amazing inside & out, and definitely under the hood. It's always a treat to catch up with Mr. Nagel and another one from his collection. Thanks, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi TheGunfighter45acp, Happy to receive a "Wow!" from you :-) yes, Mr. Nagel's cars are quite the treat, and good news, there will be more, Lou

[@kencohagen4967]

Ok Lou, heres my story on the 57 T’Bird. A coworker of mine had a 65 Mustang. His father restored it for him when he got his Drivers License. His father also Restored Falcons and 57 T’Bird, which was his favorite car. One weekend Car Craft magazine came to Mesa AZ on their cross country tour of Cruising spots. My Co-Worker, Randall, wanted to go see what was happening but his transmission was broken. He ran a four speed in his 289 Mustang and broke a gear speed shifting it during a street race, so he called me and asked if I’d like to go with him. So he took his father’s pea green card convertible T’Bird out to Main in Mesa. We drove most of the way there, then pulled over and dropped the top. This was in December and it was pretty cold that night, so we drove along very slow in an effort to stay somewhat warm. When we stopped at 24th and Van Buren at a stop light, two hookers jumped in the car with us and Randall freaked out. We let them out a couple blocks down the road and continued on our way. When we hit Main Street, there was a van with the Car. Raft crew in it taking pictures of,.... Us! So Randal made a U-Turn giving them a full view. Well the next month and Randall’s Dad saw a Copy of Car Craft and decided to buy it, only when he read the article he couldn’t help noticing that the T’ Bird in that issue looked just like his. Luckily he didn’t make a connection and Randall didn’t get busted.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ken, That is a story! Well done, Lou

[@RustyCar]

What a stunning piece of automotive history! I sat in one of these just once (never drove it, mind you. LOL!!), and that steering wheel, as I recall, was absolutely huge. My legs had to go around the wheel instead of just under as we all do today. Thanks Lou for sharing! This T-bird IS an amazing car!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rusty, "What a stunning piece of automotive history!" High praise & well said. You're right, the steering wheel could be a bit smaller. My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@josephconsoli4128]

As I could expect from Ken, not only an excellent car to add to a '50's collection, but an exceptional one with the color combo and F-code option. Ken has impeccable taste in picking out his cars. The Ford designers really nailed it on this one. Perfection from stem to stern.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Joseph, "Perfection from stem to stern" Well said, Lou

[@Marbleheadjed]

Never new this model existed . 300 hp wow. Beautiful restoration. Is that a Skyliner in the background. Priceless.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeffrey, Happy to share this rare Bird with you :-) Good news! Ken has agreed to share all his cars with us on this Channel, so stay tuned, Lou

[@curbozerboomer1773]

My 1957 Lincoln Premiere boasted 300hp, with it's large, 368cu engine...then again, that car weighed around 4600lbs, so it really NEEDED that 300hp! I once, 50 years ago, drove a friend's 56 T-bird. My lasting impression was, that the beautiful car handled a little bit sloppy, much like a larger car. But that was to be expected of cars from that era. Whatever...I would love to own this black beauty. The F code cars must be exceedingly rare--and also extremely expensive!

[@mikevale3620]

Wow, Lou you keep reviewing these great cars. Ken is a lucky man to be custodian of such a wonderful fleet of classics. Please thank him for letting you document these cars, which will become a classic car history archive particularly as he and you tour around the beautiful Illinois countryside, from this fan of yours in Australia.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mike, Happy to receive a "Wow" from you :-) I've shared thanks to Ken for each and every one of his lovelies we get to see on this Channel. Good news! Ken as agreed to share all of his cars on this Channel. Stay tuned, Lou

[@opera93]

Thanks, keep commenting… interestingly, another Country’s / Peoples /views important, etc. Actually, wish We could have visited Australia…( many Colleagues & Friends have!)….Ps, I am 76 years young, just relocated to HELENA MONTANA, end Of LIFE, around Grandchildren, Children!! Anyways…….

[@mikejames-drummerreginacan1386]

Beautiful car...work of automotive art.

[@loucostabile]

High praise for the looks of this car :-)

[@TigerRogers0660]

Wow Lou, You don't come across one of these everyday!! Super charging was in it's infancy back then!! Nice car - thanks for presenting. Tiger.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Tiger. Happy to share this rare Bird with you :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@goneshootin61]

The best years for the t bird 55' - 57' , nice one Lou .

[@loucostabile]

Hi steve s, Happy to read you enjoy this year & 55 & 56 too :-) Thank you for viewing & sharing, Lou

[@charlesf4428]

My Mom got a new '57 FCode! We had fun fun fun til my darn sister came along..I still hate her LOL! Beautiful car all the way around!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Charles F, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Moms car :-) 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

[@wildcolonialman]

Brilliant. The 50,s Thunderbirds, the 50,s Jet Age, the Cold War, breaking the Sound Barrier..... Bliss is this fabulous piece of American Motoring.

[@loucostabile]

High praise for this car :-)

[@billmagorian490]

Ken Nagel has one of the most amazing car collections this being one of them.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Bill, His cars are all Winners :-) Lou

[@bdpopeye]

Wow! Beautiful T-Bird ..In "Concours condition". One of my favorites from when I was a little boy back in the 50's..Thanks for posting Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gerry, Happy to read this one is a favorite of yours :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

[@gregfoster4541]

Another great start to a Saturday morning, Lou - a fresh cup of coffee - and another car from the Ken Nagel museum, thanks so much for sharing and as always you know "Howdy from Texas 😃"!!

[@loucostabile]

HI Greg from TX, Ken's cars are a great way to start the day :-) My pleasure sharing with you, Lou

[@fredkelbert1913]

A real “superbird,” but without licence plates on the test drive, you guys could’ve been pulled over by the “state supertroopers!” With the lack of headroom, this car would’ve been more suitable as a “ladybird.” Even more rare was the unused factory spare tire. Thanks for sharing this black beauty, Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Fred, Happy to share "black beauty" with you :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@francoismontresmecaniques7082]

Wow F code 57 ... "not too bad" :D , this gentleman has a great american car.

[@loucostabile]

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

[@JeffKing310]

Another great car and video Lou! I don’t know how you keep this pace up with all the super content but I greatly appreciate it. The channel is a part of my daily routine. Thanks Lou! (And Ken)

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jeff, I'm pleased to read this is part of your daily routine :-) Regarding pace, I'm really focused that one day I'd like this to be all I do. I'm giving this my best shot while keeping my other businesses going until one day soon I hope "My Car Story" can cover all my family expenses. Thank you for viewing, sharing, and supporting me, Lou

[@JeffKing310]

Lou Costabile My pleasure Lou! I’m proud to be a Patreon supporter of the channel. Wishing you continued success!

[@jimdrake-writer]

In 1964, at a quarter-mile track at which Chrysler factory representatives were demonstrating the new Hemi in time trials, I saw a 1957 F-Code T-Bird with a 411 rear end beat the Hemi by a nose. The 312 Y-block had been bored out but the cam, valve springs, etc., were factory original for the Paxton supercharger. The engine compartment was understandably cramped-and as shown in the video, the glass-bowl inline fuel filter had to mounted upside down because of the limited space.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jim, 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

[@clarkgriswold5903]

What a beautiful T-Bird. All of this gentleman's cars have a very high idle to them, I guess he likes a higher idle!

[@loucostabile]

H Clark, Happy to read you enjoy this "beautiful" car with the high idle :-) Lou

[@LynxStarAuto]

It's on fast idle because more than likely the engine is cold.

[@novaseline4u]

This is a very very late car, built Nov 11, 1957 -- during the 1958 production year. These cars kept on being built because the 58 replacement car was not ready when it was supposed to be. They are still titled as 57 models though. (The same thing happened with the 69 Camaro, when the 70 model was not ready in time. This is why you see so many 69s.) Hence, there are more 57s around than 55 and 56. It also carries a trim deviation code, unique to 58 built cars. It carries a '6', indicating that it has a porthole top as original equipment. A solid top would have carried a '7' on the trim tag. This is truly a beautiful car.

[@loucostabile]

Hi novaseline4u, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) 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

[@Planag7]

Got to love the Tbirds. Especially the rare birds

[@loucostabile]

This is one rare Bird for sure :-) Happy to read you love this one.

[@HWolfeIII]

Having owned 2 supercharged cars, this engine sounds like a jet! Although this car was before my time,. I always loved the 2 seat coupe Thunderbird.

[@loucostabile]

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

[@tct9mm151]

WOW WOW WOW!! What an amazing Thunderbird! GREAT VIDEO LOU.

[@loucostabile]

Hi TCT9MM, WOW x 3 = Winner :-) My pleasure sharing with you, Lou

[@tippey2011]

What a wonderful old Thunderbird and very rare too! Mr. Nagel has such beautiful and unique and rare beauties and I am so anxious to see what he has each time Lou he has one on here. Just original through out. I really enjoyed watching this video. So much fun too on the ride along and it sounded just so powerful Lou! Thanks for sharing Lou!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steve, Happy to share this rare Bird with you :-) Glad you're along for the ride. You're welcome, Lou

[@arneberg6814]

Will be drooling for days. Thanks Lou for showing one of the best T-Birds ever.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Arne, High praise for this car :-) Lou

[@RockawayCCW]

Wow, what a good looking car.

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@richmcintyre1178]

Oh Lou, Bird Dog, really? Take my wife please LOL. On to the car, I always learn something from Ken's collection. I did not know the supercharger was an option much less at the jaw-dropping price of $340. Another interesting item on the invoice was the last item for gas and 10 pts of oil at what appears to be $5.72 LOL. There is no question that visually this car is stunning and from a performance standpoint it seems to have everything Ford could offer on a T-Bird in 1957. I have one question though, where was the air intake for the supercharger? It appeared to possibly be in the wheel well but I really couldn't tell. I really admire Ken, he has much more restraint/maturity than me. I would be on that supercharger :-). Another great car from Ken's fantastic collection. Thank you both for sharing this with us.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rich, When you're around cars like this, the learning is high when they are this rare. Seems the "hose" to intake air snakes behind the engine, so I'm guessing it takes it from under the car. I agree, if I had this car I'd be hauling all the time :-) My pleasure sharing, and you're welcome, Lou

[@moniquedujardin1824]

Those were real dollars (gold-backed) and plenty of money, back then

[@gmoney1061]

Now with this T-bird, perfect color; RAVEN BLACK!! Perfect cruising car on a weekend drive!😎👍🏾

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gmoney, You have great taste in cars :-) Lou

[@gmoney1061]

Lou Costabile Thank you! I’ve made my own bucket list of cars I like to own some day!

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

Awesome Lou! I love that supercharged 312 “Y” block, bad to the bone! And those baby birds that with that combination was nothing to take lightly or so I’ve been told before! Cool Lou! KUTGW buddy!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Hensley’s Hobbies, Happy to receive an "Awesome" from you :-) Appreciate the kind words, and encouragement to keep up the good work, Lou

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

Lou Costabile - you are mighty welcome my friend!

[@patrickmcgrath5411]

AS FRIENDS OF MINE ONCE SANG..."FUN, FUN, FUN..."👍

[@loucostabile]

Nice :-)

[@V8_screw_electric_cars]

Those are cool t birds, also the 3rd generation is amazing.

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy this cool T Bird :-)

[@nielskjr5432]

Wow! Great looking T-bird👍

[@loucostabile]

Hi Niels, Happy to read "Wow! Great looking T-bird" :-) Lou

[@mirchshake50]

Great one Lou. As always thank for bringing this story

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mirch Shake, Happy to share this rare Bird with you :-) My pleasure sharing, and you're welcome, Lou

[@license2kilttheplaidlad640]

My dad rode in a brand new f code fairlane sunliner and remembered the extra gauges being mounted under the the steering column so they didn't impare your view of the rest .

[@loucostabile]

Hi license2kilt theplaidlad, Happy to read this car brings back memories of the car your Dad rode in :-) 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

[@Garage73]

The car is fantastic!!!! Very beautiful car Lou..

[@loucostabile]

High praise Garage 73 :-)

[@opera93]

Wow , desirable *legendary* Classic TBIRD 312 from my Boyhood...Only heard talk about these, Supercharged …Interestingly, my great-Aunts Daughter( from S Bend IN) traded her Studebaker HAWK , for port Hole TBIRD ,unfortunately I got no pictures, etc. And, that my First Car: 54 FORD V82DR , with * 1957 289 power plant( We never*had or got proof of which 57 Engine )and Carter *(?) 4 BBL/ Dual Exhaust .Interestingly, had the** 57:**FORD HUBCAPS **, the Mechanic found......somewhere, etc. ...

[@loucostabile]

Hi Opera, Really. You might want to try a different browser, or reboot, because I have not heard of that complaint, Lou

[@opera93]

@@loucostabile video plays now, 16 MIN LATER (?)....thanks.

[@scottmassey4330]

Anorther fine video special car. The paint was pretty amazing,, really clean engine compartment.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Scott, Happy to read you enjoy the episode of this special car :-) Agreed, this cars paint & engine compartment are amazing, well said, Lou

[@ianmcculloch6839]

My year, a real classic.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ian, Cool this one is your year, and you're right a real classic :-) 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

[@sergeantmasson3669]

All '55-'57 Thunderbirds came with a removable hardtop. No "port hole" top for '55 though. Also, electric WS wipers were available as dealer installed option. Odd that this car doesn't have the deluxe taillights though. All '57 Ford model cars, the taillights interchange with each other.

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@USCG.Brennan]

You picked a favorite, Lou!! ;-)

[@loucostabile]

Happy this one is a winner for you Curt :-)

[@fordsrule35]

Fantastic Tbird!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you like this one :-)

[@ckryses3962]

Hey Lou, did you checked out the custom Thunderbird?? It was flawlessly done by the mackeys hotrod shop, it will be more appreciable if you can do a video of that car! I think that thunderbird is one of the most beautiful car in the American Motorsport!

[@loucostabile]

Hey Ckryse S, I'm not familiar with it. Thanks for sharing a tip to keep my eyes open for it, Lou

[@robmastro8620]

Ford used that Raven Black paint code for years. My family's 67 Fairlane wagon was in Raven Black

[@loucostabile]

Thanks for viewing & sharing.

[@garyeagleson5634]

Hi Lou, very nice & clean 57 Ford T-Bird “F” series. Sure sounds great with a lot of horsepower. Nice interview as always, it’s a lot more enjoyable when you are able to sit inside these classic cars & go for a cruise with the owner. It’s almost like we’re in the car too, hey nothing wrong with dreaming right? 😁🙏🏻❤️✌️💚👍🦅

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gary, Happy to read you enjoy the ride portion. That really is based on time, and when I can stop by someone garage, I can usually schedule a ride vs a car show is usually a review only, with hopeful trunk & treats and an engine start, Lou

[@edcain3676]

Ford's Designers Really Worked to make the 57 THE Favorite of the 55-57's.The Front Bumper Was Really an improvement over the 55-56,W/ the"California" Style & Rear Bumper Had the Exhaust Outlets Built Right in.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ed Cain, 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

[@oohgee3093]

Thanks again Lou for showing us another beautiful car. 😀👍

[@loucostabile]

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

[@timholder4002]

This has got to be one my favorite cars I have ever seen. When you were in the car looking at the interior for some reason I kept visualizing a western gunslinger repeatedly taking out his postal twirling it on his finger and reholster . and you hear the leather snug around the gun. I don't know why.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Tim, Happy to bring this pistol of a car out for a ride with you :-) Lou

[@alexron2023]

The tail lights are missing the reverse light incorporated in the center of the tail lights. And the antenna in the middle of the trunk made a nightmare when removing the hardtop

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ron, Thanks for viewing and sharing what you notice, Lou

[@paulm6481]

Great looking car. I am always amazed at how big these are and How little passenger room there is. The driver seat seems way too close to steering wheel.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Paul M, I agree, this is a great looking car, and the steering wheel is clearly to big and makes the car difficult to steer, Lou

[@sergeantmasson3669]

The Paxton supercharger was a dealer installed option and available for any model 1957 Ford car.

[@loucostabile]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@lukasz2766]

Nice ride keep doing what you doing peace I just woke up and I'm having my coffee☕

[@loucostabile]

Hi Lukasz, Happy to read you're enjoying a coffee and a video :-) Nice way to start the day, Lou

[@sinbad2969]

As always good content big Lou 👌👌 thanks for the info on da thunder chicken 😂😂😂😂👍👍👌

[@loucostabile]

Hi Cedric, Appreciate your kind words. Happy to share this rare Bird with you :-) Lou

[@steelassault262]

WOW!!! My dad always thought a 55 T-Bird was great, and the 57 can't be too far behind in that ranking. First Ford engine I've ever seen with the distributor on the wrong end of the motor, but the hood opens the wrong way to so it is a win win. I'll bet that T-bird left most everything in the dust. I can now see why everyone wanted one. Nice car :)

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steel Assault, Dad's right on the 55, and with the 57, you're right that can't be far behind, and maybe even a little ahead :-) Lou

[@steelassault262]

@@loucostabile Well, I am jealous of you and the driver, but as cramped as the driver looked in the driver seat. Well, I doubt I could fit in that T-bird :(

[@josephpercel8802]

The '57 was the most refined version.

[@jspriver]

my uncle Ross had one of these. Ford tried to buy it from him for their private collection.. They offered him like $90k for it back in the 80's. which we all thought was a ridiculous amount. dont know what ever happened to that car. But it was a black supercharged one like this.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Haywood, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Uncles car :-) 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

[@motorTranz]

I found the real Black Beauty😍

[@loucostabile]

N I C E :-)

[@johnluckman2877]

This car is fantastic love it would like to buy it yet😊

[@loucostabile]

High praise :-)

[@sergeantmasson3669]

The steering column was telescopic for easier entry into the car.

[@loucostabile]

That's a good idea.

[@dirkkooy6209]

Really cool!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dirk Kooy, 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

[@dirkkooy6209]

@@loucostabile No worries, I already hit the bell. ;-)

[@jimv7067]

Hey Lou, is that '57 Fairlane lurking in the background one of Ken's? Just curious, maybe another story there?

[@loucostabile]

Hey Joe, Here is that story :-) Enjoy! Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnXSlYCcfq1mgKc

[@mr.j2776]

Loved the ride in the country. Have to say, my Dad, brother and I would have loved a chance to drive one of those. (Dad did have a 78 --- but it was just not the same). :)

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mr. J, When I have the time at a Care Takers garage, it's fun to take a ride :-) At a car show, pretty much the review & a rev. Happy to read you enjoy this episode, Lou

[@Cola64]

Beuty! Any info on the other 190? Anymore survivors or did most go to the crusher? ☹️

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dane Ta Tua Tonka, If I see any of the other 190 and there is a Care Taker who is will to video with me, you'll see that car too :-) Lou

[@Cola64]

@@loucostabile Thank You Lou 🤙🏻✌🏻

[@wam44]

Great bird-Who doesn't like a vintage bird? Lou: No masks or distancing during the pandemic? Hope you guys stay healthy...

[@ChrisfromGeorgia]

It's a Scamdemic, not a Pandemic. Does Coronavirus exist? Yes. If you get a chance, look at the box the mask comes in. It clearly states that it does not protect you from Coronavirus. I'm not saying this to belittled anyone, it just makes me sad that the powers that be have scared people to death with this crap they are spewing out constantly. Take care and live for this day! Peace

[@loucostabile]

Hi Collector, Keep me in your prayers for protection, so I can share the cars with you. Also here is a video you might enjoy :-) Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3bEh5KFnJ19hNE

[@georgeelmerdenbrough6906]

Thats one of the few classic cars I would own . They are all nice but tend to be just as expensive keep as to buy .

[@loucostabile]

High praise for this car :-)

[@seanhoward8025]

Lou, how many of the 196 “F” birds were made with the “right amount of pedals”? Also, don’t know if you noticed…two different Thunderbird logos used in ‘57; the ones on the nose and trunk and the newer one on the horn button.

[@loucostabile]

No idea. I wouldn't think too many.

[@seanhoward8025]

@@loucostabile My dad had one of each of the years, '55-'57. His '56 had a 3 spd/OD and was purchased new by his father-in-law (1st marriage), who was a chief surgeon. As a wealthy man, he had a factory "E" bird set up installed at the dealership when this became available in 1957...along with a HD clutch, beefed up gears, etc. My dad bought the car when Gene bought a new '62 Jaguar XKE. Gene always regretted buying the Jag...especially when he took it to the dealer for service!

[@danmorrissette4814]

Awesome Rare American Classic! :-)

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dan, Happy to share this rare Bird with you :-) Lou

[@debbiedunn4477]

Super clean car!!

[@loucostabile]

You're right :-)

[@geraldsemrau3611]

Nice T-Bird!😊

[@loucostabile]

Glad you enjoy this rare Bird :-)

[@SpockvsMcCoy]

The success of this generation Thunderbird almost killed off the Corvette. FoMoCo was able to produce this car because it shared many components with the bigger standard Ford. Many of these original Thunderbirds still show up regularly on Craigslist...sometimes they are still in poor condition waiting to be restored.

[@loucostabile]

Hi SpockvsMcCoy, Thank you for viewing & sharing your knowledge, Lou

[@mcgloinm1]

He mentions that the fins and tail lights are so ... but all or most of the 1957 fords had those fins and tail lights!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mike, Good point! Lou

[@glenkepic3208]

Drop dead gorgeous car !! Same year as me tho its in better shape ;) Thinking Paxton SC (sp?) like the Avanti. Nope McCollugh which was earlier and meaner looking. Loved the 'tuxedo' bit. Suits this to a T :) Thanks, Lou !

[@loucostabile]

Hi glen, High praise for the looks of this car :-) And same year born as you is a bonus. You're welcome, and watch those commercials so I can keep sharing with you, Lou

[@stevelove5125]

Lou, I have a good story about my thunderbird...

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steve, Love to hear it. E-mail me and share some picture too. Please title the e-mail Steve's great story on his Thunderbird. Lou [e-mail]

[@stevelove5125]

@@loucostabile Cannot send email. Is address correct? Mailbox Full?

[@frankfrankenstein5933]

I would give both my left and right you know what for that masterpiece!😁👍✌️

[@loucostabile]

Hi Frank, Keep a hold on those things and I'll keep sharing the videos :-) Lou P.S. Watch the commercials so I can keep sharing the cars.

[@ronsimpson7596]

Lou not sure if this is true but I read somewhere the drum brakes were very weak, and the cowling leaked rainwater into the cabin, similar to mustangs of that era? Was the engine factory or aftermarket?

[@loucostabile]

Hi Ron, Thanks for sharing your knowledge, and the factory installed engine is what makes this car so rare, Lou

[@francismortenson1955]

I have a 2002 Thunderbird. I will never part with this car. The color is yellow. Lou this bird is one fast bird. Handling is just devin.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Francis, Sounds like you have a fun car you love :-) Nice! Lou

[@francismortenson1955]

@@loucostabile yes Lou can't keep out of it. Keep the nice cars comming

[@larryborkstrom3580]

Love this one plus a rate engine options makes a bit more cool got to say nothing turns a gen 1 tbird

[@loucostabile]

Hi Larry, Happy to share this rare Bird with you :-) Lou

[@georgeelmerdenbrough6906]

I always thought the Tbird showed good restraint on trim . Lots of 50s and 60s cars were over developed on chrome and signage . Tbirds might even be short a bit of trim which makes it stand out

[@loucostabile]

Hi Andrew, Happy to read you enjoy just the right amount of trim on this car :-) Lou

[@peace.quiet.freedom6675]

Great video Lou, beautiful car. What is the 57 Ford outside in the background around the 2 min mark, is that a 57 Meteor? Can’t tell. Have you done a video on it?

[@loucostabile]

Hi Peace. Quiet. Freedom, Well I have good news for you! Ken has agreed to share all of his cars on this Channel, so stay tuned, and you'll see that one :-) In case you missed it, you can always type in KZbin search "My Car Story with Lou 1957 Ford" or My Car Story with Lou 1957" and I believe you'll see many you're going to enjoy. Thank you for viewing & sharing, Lou

[@peace.quiet.freedom6675]

Lou Costabile Thanks Lou, I look forward to your videos of 50s cars, beautiful cars

[@Johnnycdrums]

Funny that 332 was painted on the firewall, as this 312 was the last of the "Y" blocks.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Johnnyc drums, Hmmm, interesting. Nice attention to details, Lou

[@Johnnycdrums]

@@loucostabile ; Probably a mistake, as 332 was the first iteration of the FE Block.

[@MostlyBuicks]

Refreshing to see original hubcaps instead of the aftermarket reproduction 1962-63 Sport Roadster wire wheels, which so many people mistake as original options. Unlike 1955-56, the 1957 hubcaps are unique to the Thunderbird.

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@peace.quiet.freedom6675]

Very true, even the guys on the auction block at B-J say “original wire wheels” when a 55-57 comes across the block with them. The wires look nice but totally not original

[@MostlyBuicks]

@@peace.quiet.freedom6675 I am not an expert on all cars , but with the cars I am very familiar with, B/J makes countless mistakes at every auction. And then there is the shill bidding I suspect because of the bidding fiascos that go on with them.

[@MostlyBuicks]

@@peace.quiet.freedom6675 Now the 1955 and 1956 'Birds had a wire wheel over option (as did all Fords those years) that fit over the dog dish covers. The 1955 dog dish covers had red accents and the 1956 dog dish covers had white accents. These years had 15" wheels. 14" wheels were on all 1957-1966 T-Birds.

[@eduardodickle6195]

Hey Lou..I'm looking at 66 Riviera looking to decode vin#...can u tell me HOW many motors came with 1966 Riviera...I know 425 Nailhead...that's it..please help

[@loucostabile]

Hey eduardo, Hope this video will help, Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3-VgnWEZbmiiKc

[@RobertBroatch-dc5qw]

Thought 57 was a downturn for Detroit. 55, 56 had simpler cleaner lines and not so much needless chrome and steel. By 58 Detroit had gone over the top

[@loucostabile]

Hi Robert, 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

[@timonsolus]

300HP? I don't know much about cars, but that sounds like a LOT for a 1950's car! (Especially compared to 1950's British cars.)

[@loucostabile]

You're right Tim, that's a LOT in 1955 :-)

[@miketardy8342]

Is that an Amos mentor Thunderbird restoration

[@loucostabile]

Hi MIKE Tardy, 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

[@miketardy8342]

Lou I still get compliments on the video you did for USA V Amos Minter is from Dallas TX he is famous for TBird restoration and this car of Ken Nagel looks like a Minter resto. Good Show Lou

[@dondesnoo1771]

Beautiful if that has a y block and a charger you better trailer it. Not ever drive it they didn't hold up with a 2bbl carb 😅 have a pile of them .

[@loucostabile]

Hi Don, 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

[@hankhill414]

How long you had this car and had you drove this car on interstates lately

[@loucostabile]

Hi Hank, Info in the text description "Ken’s had this car since 2018" No idea if the car has been on the interstate. Lou

[@65283impala]

I was under the impression that you were trying subtly to make him give it some more gas. He didn't really buy it unfortunately. Great review though!

[@loucostabile]

Hi 65283impala, I'm kinda always interested in "some more gas" :-) Appreciate the kind words on this review, Lou

[@abefrohman1759]

When I see an old T-Bitd I think of Susan Summers in American Graffiti.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Abe, SUCH A GOOD IDEA! Summers the blonde in the white one, and a Brunette Hottie of the day in a black one....there should have been two T Birds in the movie! Lou

[@sergeantmasson3669]

Weird that this car doesn't have the finned aluminum valve covers on the engine.

[@loucostabile]

Thanks for viewing and sharing what you notice.