Hi, If you like this video, please click on SUPER THANKS ❤ with the $ in the middle which is the SUPER THANKS button under the video. Thank you! Lou
@JoePecucci8 ай бұрын
Lou - love the channel but please stop calling cars like this "big boats". As an owner of a few of these large old American cars, it drives me nuts when you use that perjorative to describe them. It's simple, if you don't like big cars like this, don't show them. I can assure you, put this car next to, say a new Highlander, Traverse, or Murano, you will see what I mean. You may not see this in the Chicago area, but out west here where you can drive your old car year-round, you can see the difference when we are sitting at a red light. These order large cars almost look athletic nowadays compared to a lot of cars and crossovers.
@SmittySmithsonite9 ай бұрын
From a time when car manufacturers actually took pride in their work, and cared about their customers. What a BEAUTY!! 🤩
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Smitty Smithsonite, Happy to read you enjoy this "BEAUTY!!" :-) Lou
@edwardallan1979 ай бұрын
NEVER saw a 6-window, 4-door hardtop... they were on their way to the 65 Wildcat... a favorite!
@ultraviolettp34469 ай бұрын
Such a stately looking Buick. Love the black car with the chrome! They sure don't make Buicks like this anymore. Simple but beautiful design. Lou just continues to knock it out of the park with these gorgeous specimens of Detroit arm. Thanks for sharing, Lou!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi ultraviolet tp, Happy to read "Love the black car with the chrome!" :-) My pleasure sharing with you. You're welcome, Lou
@billolsen43604 күн бұрын
All those little SUVs on the new car lots just don't say "Buick" to me. The brand used to make stately large family sedans and brilliantly-designed racy vehicles too, Wildcats and Rivieras!
@brianjensen79859 ай бұрын
What an awesome car. I love the sofa analogy.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to read "What an awesome car" :-)
@TheGunfighter45acp9 ай бұрын
That's one fine Buick! The interior looks like a great place to be whether you're the driver or the passengers, and the motor has plenty of torque to get you down the road with smooth style. Thanks, Lou!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi TheGunfighter45acp, Happy to read you enjoy this "fine Buick!" :-) You're welcome, Lou
@johncornell36659 ай бұрын
Survivor class, my favorite class. Thanks Lou!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to read this one is in your favorite class" :-) You're welcome John!
@JaimeSalcedoA_729 ай бұрын
I can only say that this 1963 Buick Electra 225 Hardtop in black, exudes style and elegance wherever you look! From the large chrome grille, with the insignia of the three shields in the middle and its separate double headlights, to those four lateral horizontal pieces and chrome lines that frame the lower part and one that runs along the rear door towards the rear wings, along with the large bumper that folds and follows the lower rear contour of the fins, everything exudes elegance and good taste! Its interior with its predominantly silver upholstery, seats and even the instrument panel, combines perfectly with its elegant black body (a curious mention for the glove box that hides the trunk opening button). Finally, on the final drive, you could appreciate the smoothness and comfort with which this enormous Buick moved on the roads. Well done, Lou, to take a break in those big, comfortable rear seats; since it's like taking the living room sofas on wheels! Congratulations to Mr. Hinderliter, on his survival of only 55,000 miles! Kind regards!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Jaime, Happy to read you enjoy the looks and style of this car :-) Glad to read the details you notice. Fun to kick back and relax in the back of this one :-) Lou
@JohnGruber-di3cw8 ай бұрын
I don't give a squat S--T what ANYONE says or thinks. BUICK made the most beautiful,classy,powerful,and durable cars in the USA!!! This 63 Deuce and 1/4 is a prime example!!!❤❤❤❤ that car!!!
@cadillacguy18909 ай бұрын
My dad used to say, back in the era of this car, that he felt Buick was the best luxury car buy. You get a car that’s almost a Cadillac for 15-20 less expense. He admired what a Cadillac represented and people that achieved the ability to afford one, but said he’d never spend the money for one, he’d buy a fully loaded Buick, pocket the difference, and enjoy a great automobile.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Cadillac Guy, Thanks for sharing what your Dad used to say. Lou
@godsowndrunk11189 ай бұрын
At the beginning of this video, I guessed it had a 401.... And wuddaya know, I hit the nail on the head.😉
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
NICE!
@bruceh929 ай бұрын
"Nice car!" It certainly is. Thanks guys for this feature on the Buick, they sure don't build them like this anymore.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Bruce H., Happy to share this Buick with you. You're welcome, Lou
@johnclerk11959 ай бұрын
Lou, I love how you find some of the coolest cars from when I was little a kid and huge memories of the cars in my family and aunts/uncles, etc. The '63 Electra 225 is no different. My dad's oldest sister (my aunt and uncle) traded in their '58 Buick and got a '63 225. The '63 was white. My aunt had a solid reputation for having a lead foot. She would always tell my dad her latest stories of being speeding (the state police knew her well.) She was proud of her lead foot, I am sure. So I know that '63 225 could rock and roll up and down highway 41. That 225 had to be powerful or she wouldn't have it. Good grief, that 70yo woman was one force of nature, and certain a good fit for that 225. Thanks for the memory boost!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
John, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your family's cars :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou
@andrewhazenberg33989 ай бұрын
That is one beautiful Buick .❤
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-)
@gregmckinney71789 ай бұрын
Good Ole Buick class and comfort !!!!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
....just the way we like it :-)
@jw770199 ай бұрын
Those cars were so fabulous. I loved to sit in them and play with the power windows. They worked without the key. I would run the battery down playing with the power seats and windows. Also I loved setting the speed alert down to 25 for fun. No Electra in 1963 Alabama would have been without factory air. That was the last year of “turbine drive” that was formerly known as Dynaflow.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi jw77019, Happy to read "Those cars were so fabulous." :-) Thanks for viewing and sharing your memories, Lou
@iswc279 ай бұрын
Hi, Lou! This car is a perfect example of what people mean by "Buick-size"! You said it, Lou, it's a lot of car! And it does what it was intended to do, simply give its occupants a smooth, comfortable and relaxing ride (even if that horn does wake up the neighbors! LOL!). BTW, the other four-door hardtop, without the rear vent windows, was referred to as a four-window model. This has to be the best impulse buy Chuck ever made! 225 thanks to both of you for taking us along on this big, black. breezy, beautiful Buick sofa on wheels, waking up the neighbors!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi iswc27, Happy to share "a lot of car" with you :-) My pleasure sharing this breezy Buick with you. You're welcome, Lou
@larryborkstrom35809 ай бұрын
That's a good car to go for a cruise in that's one runs and looks great nothing beats the ride of a old lead sled
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Larry, "That's a good car to go for a cruise in that's one runs and looks great" I agree, Lou
@motorTranz9 ай бұрын
Definitely a Big Black Beautiful Breezy Buick! 😍😍😍😍😍 Thanks Lou!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi motorTranz, Happy to read you enjoy this "Big Black Beautiful Breezy Buick!" :-) You're welcome, Lou
@randytim5129 ай бұрын
That is a beautiful car. I love the lines and it looks like a luxury boat should. Growing up in NY in the 60's and 70's we never had AC in the car or the house. You opened up the windows and that was that. Great video.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Randy, Happy to read "That is a beautiful car" :-) "Growing up in NY in the 60's and 70's we never had AC in the car or the house. You opened up the windows and that was that." Same at my house. Glad to read you enjoy the video, Lou
@davidkastin42409 ай бұрын
@randytim512 I grew up in N.Y. too. No A/C and only a black n white t.v.
@edwardallan1979 ай бұрын
One of the best things here is Lou carefully looking at everything. No damn rush. His giddy enthusiasm, giggling at throaty exhaust roars, is great! ❤
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Edward, Thanks for the encouragement :-) Glad to read you're enjoying the Channel with me, Lou
@al_dente47778 ай бұрын
Those C-pillars with those triangle windows are just lovely. I wouldn't have it any other way. Back then, the motto was, "Safety through visibility"
@loucostabile8 ай бұрын
Hi Al_Dente, Thank you for sharing what you notice, Lou
@terryeustice53999 ай бұрын
Sure did enjoy the video on this Electra 225. Sweet ride. Thanks for sharing Lou! 💯👍👊
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to read "Sure did enjoy the video on this Electra 225" :-) You're welcome Terry!
@Caddy20069 ай бұрын
I love the big heavy luxury Cars thanks for uploading this video
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Sammy, Happy to read "I love the big heavy luxury Cars" :-) You're welcome, Lou
@stevebyrne42359 ай бұрын
Gorgeous survivor, thanks
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to read this one is "Gorgeous" :-) You're welcome.
@guglielmo646 ай бұрын
Classic Buick!
@loucostabile6 ай бұрын
:-)
@keiththompson95759 ай бұрын
At about 5:15 when you give the chauffeur the orders reminded me of two ladies in San Francisco (they didn't look like twins but for sure were sisters) that had a new big black Buick every year. You could see 'em comin', both seated in back, replete with chauffeur in proper attire and ALWAYS with hats on (the chauffeur also had a hat). In mid-afternoons I would pass them going north on Gough Street and I was going south. It's probably safe to assume that they lived in San Francisco's Pacific Heights neighborhood. And then one day in the late 1970s I never saw them again. I've often wondered who they were--what was their story. But the big black chauffeur-driven Buick with grey brocade upholstery and two Grande Dames always in hats is forever etched in my memory.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Keith, GREAT memory. Thanks for sharing, Lou
@patkane7619 ай бұрын
You did it again Lou. Last weeks 59 Buick was close to mom's 59 just not enough doors, this one is exactly what she had in 63 after the 59 and after that was another black 4 door hardtop in 68. She had a 72 and 76 was her last car, all black 4 door hardtops. Like I said in other videos, she wouldn't own anything but a Buick.. I totally love your work, keep'em coming Lou 👍👍
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Pat, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Moms cars :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
@danielbennion808 ай бұрын
That car's looks command respect... and it gets it.👌
@loucostabile8 ай бұрын
HI Daniel, Happy to read you respect 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
@danielbennion808 ай бұрын
@@loucostabileSorry, Lou. I thought I was subscribed. I look forward to more videos. Keep 'em coming. I love the Buicks and Chevs.👌
@mikefleissner44159 ай бұрын
I like those 62-64 G.M LUXURY CARS.OLDS grows on me most but 64 coupe Deville is my dream car
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Mike, 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
@TheGuyMullins9 ай бұрын
I enjoy your car stories and those people you meet are fantastic. Thank for doing it right and with class.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Guy, Happy to read you're enjoying the Channel with me :-) You're welcome. Glad you're along for the ride, Lou
@richcoleman4699 ай бұрын
That's a big black beautiful boat. Nice
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
ALL ABOARD!
@audieconrad89959 ай бұрын
Lou, this car is astounding. The interior looks like a gr8 place to have a cocktail party...
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Audie, Happy to read "this car is astounding" :-)
@louiskats51168 ай бұрын
Goodday Lou, The more I watch videos on 4 door Hardtop's the more & more I appreciate them. They have that Hardtop advantage no centre pillar, you don't have to tilt seat forward to get rear passengers in. They should of made 4 door Hardtop muscle cars but unfortunately I can't think of any intermediate 4 door hardtops they are all full size cars. Mafia Staff Car Thank you for sharing Lou Cheers Louis Kats your number 1 Fan in Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺 🇺🇸
@loucostabile8 ай бұрын
Goodday Louis, Yes a few 4 doors have been so appealing, they have made it onto the Channel. You're welcome. Cheers. Thank you for being my # 1 Fan in Australia, Lou
@jakespeed639 ай бұрын
Same basic platform as my 2 1964 Oldsmobile 98’s, I had years back. What a spectacular Automobile. Thanks for sharing.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi jakespeed63, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your cars :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou
@jamesfox25799 ай бұрын
Beauuutiful Car!💕
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-)
@davidrogers20859 ай бұрын
OMG Lou thank you so much for this video on a chill ( in Michigan 0° degrees) Sunday morning. My first experience with the 225 actually started in 1963. A very close friend of mines Dad was a 225 lover/fanatic from this 63 model through 72 when his family moved out of town. Those cars were the "ultimate" in family driving fun. That car to a adolescent kid made a pretty big impression on me. When I started work with a employer that I would eventually spent 40 years with, my first "new" car was a 1979 225 coupe. Yes a coupe. I was so proud of that vehicle. Lou if opportunity knocks and theres a 79 to review would you consider a video on it ? Thank you.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi David, You're welcome. Stay warm! Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Friends Dads cars and your 1st new car too :-) If I see a nice one, you'll see it too. Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
@opera939 ай бұрын
Thanks, yes, the Original s are particularly interesting………
@kathyguinto45859 ай бұрын
Wow!, I love those old Buicks!.John M Guinto
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi John, Happy to read you "love those old Buicks!" :-) 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
@knowbodiesfull57689 ай бұрын
Hello Lou! That is a really fantastic looking Buick Deuce and a Quarter (as many people called it)! There aren't many Buicks like this anymore, and whenever you see one today, it's a treat. This car reminds me of a neighbor from years ago (he's been gone almost 40 years now) who was loyal to the Electra 225. I remember he owned five of them (1964, '66, '70, '74, and '79 Park Avenue). All but the '70 were four-door hardtops or sedans. He surely loved his Buicks. About this model of Electra 225 : this is known as a "pillarless sedan" in Buick-speak. This has body style number 4829; the conventional sedan (with center pillar) carries body style number 4819 and the four-window version has body style number 4839. The six-window model was formerly known as "Riviera," but, beginning in '63, that name went to Buick's new personal-luxury coupe. The '63 six-window hardtop sedan went to 11,468 happy buyers. That engine - all 401 cubic inches of it - pulled that Buick along in lively fashion. It was quite thirsty for fuel (about maybe 9 or 10 mpg on a good day); 10 years down the road, many people _did_ care about fuel economy, and many cars like this ended up being sold and, eventually, junked and crushed. By the gas crunch of 1973-74, there was no place for big gas guzzlers. But in the case of this Buick, it is geeat to know this has survived 61 years (I'll say the same about myself soon, God's willing and the creek doesn't rise!). One thing I couldn't help noticing, Lou: you and the car owner could almost pass for identical twins, except for slightly different heights! Thanks again, Lou, for another wonderful video. As always, I'll be looking for more!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hello Know Bodies Full, Happy to read "That is a really fantastic looking Buick Deuce and a Quarter" :-) Glad to read this car brings back memories of your former neighbors cars. Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou
@joegy99449 ай бұрын
That's a gorgeous Electra! Just like Betty Davis' in Hush Hush Sweet Charlotte. Hers was a 64.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi joegy, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Thank you for sharing movie trivia too, Lou
@albinb40189 ай бұрын
What a gorgeous car
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-)
@roberteshaw95209 ай бұрын
Hey Lou.Those 445 foot pounds did get that old nail head rocking.That interior can put some living rooms to shame.I had to mention that headlight spacing and horn sound.The Big 3 had to go some to match that level of elegance. I think coach Brown had pretty much the same car,brings back some good cinder track memories.Thanks for the trip back.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hey Robert, Happy to read this car brings back memories :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou
@wmalden9 ай бұрын
The lights on the side front corners of the fenders are cornering lights. Marker lights came in 1969. Beautiful Buick!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi wmalden, Thanks for viewing and sharing your knowledge, Lou
@danielulz16409 ай бұрын
1968.
@wmalden9 ай бұрын
The law initially required lights OR retroreflectors on vehicles manufactured after January 1, 1968. This law was amended to require lights AND retroreflectors on vehicles manufactured after January 1, 1970. Our family had a 1968 Ford Falcon and it only had side reflectors and no side marker lights. Some manufacturers used lights starting in 1968 but they were not a requirement until January 1, 1970.
@kevinbrucestevens77479 ай бұрын
What a solid ride. Thanks gents!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Kevin, Glad to have you along for the ride. You're welcome, Lou
@shelecejensen9239 ай бұрын
Had a red one! I called it my land yaut lol. Got to love it
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Shelece, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 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
@brianmoore63069 ай бұрын
My first car was 1965 Buick Electra 225. Love the interior of this one. It is very elegant. We have to remember a Buick was but one step down froma Cadillac. Love all the aluminum on the dashboard and the fit and finish and materials of the inside. Simply elegant. Your drive was so smooth. I remember how smooth my car was too. It drove itself. But, you are correct kids should not drive with one finger....or at all. I was 16, it was too big for a kid. But it was a hand-me-down. Love this car, the color and the smooth ride! Thanks Lou for the memories. Keep 'em coming.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Brian, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 1st car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou
@cjdesign57009 ай бұрын
What a classically designed Buick, Chuck. Funny, you bought that when we still lived in Naperville. It had the same steering wheel as my 63 Special, except yours is the Big Boy model. Thanks Lou.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to read this brings back memories of your steering wheel. You're welcome CJ Design.
@citibear579 ай бұрын
This Buick still turns heads over 60 years later! I may be wrong, but it seemed to get more attention than most of the cars you get to ride in. The gentleman driving the dark-colored BMW suv at the traffic lights couldn't take his eyes off it. I would have done the same. Thank you for sharing this video with us, Lou 👍
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Mike, You're right. If this car is at a traffic light and you have an interest in cars, you'll be looking at this one, Lou
@billace909 ай бұрын
Beautiful Lou, just beautiful. Back then GM designed (Fisher), opulent interiors for their big models. My father had a 1964 Olds 98 Luxury Sedan, and those interiors reminded me a bit (although not quite the same ones) of it. Thank you so much!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Billace 90, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Fathers car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou
@jaygatz43358 ай бұрын
Beautiful specimen. Love the gleaming metal in the dash - better than plastic! The interior is definitely luxe.
@loucostabile8 ай бұрын
Happy to read "Beautiful specimen" :-)
@drcandor9 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
SUPER THANK YOU Dr. Candor FOR THE SUPER THANKS! It's appreciated, Lou
@robgrear11429 ай бұрын
What an electrifying Electra! Thanks For sharing.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
"What an electrifying Electra!" NICE! You're welcome Rob.
@donaldthetruthseeker-es3nu9 ай бұрын
Nice car, I see why he bought it , a very nice luxury American piece of history. Thanks for showing this beautiful car guys.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Donald the truth seeker, Happy to read you enjoy this "Nice car" :-) You're welcome, Lou
@johnhenrymcmahon68789 ай бұрын
Hey big bro Lou!!! Awesome, man!! Look at you "chillin like a villain" back there in Chuck's big black Buick! WOW. I would be right there back there with ya, big bro. And let me tell you-I could not wait for my tubesocked stockin' JV baseball jock feet to be buried in that deep pile carpet 🤪! Oh man! It would put me right to sleep, Lou. Chuck would pull away and I would slide to the other side easily lol 🤣!! And my floppy sneaks? Ha! They'd be hovering along side that Presidential Machine in reverant awe (President JF Kennedy written all over it) till you reach out nice 'n easy (like Elvis) and throw those boys in back with me lol 😂! What an awesome video, Lou. The way you took your time with this big All American beauty and showed her to us, man. That drive was EPIC and indeed smooth, I felt myself tipping offa my seat in the turns, too! What a treat looking under that hood and seeing what a true MACHINE this is, man. A survivor and a testament to the engineering and creativity of it's makers. Chuck is an awesome caretaker, and you are an awesome big brother! JV Johnny ⚾⚾
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hey JV Johnny, We can both be chillin in the back of this big Buick with lot's of room to hang out :-) My pleasure sharing this smooth cruiser with you, Lou
@lonnyjaw9 ай бұрын
Yeah Lou, These beautiful old Buick torque monsters are so sweet! AND the price on these older specimens are not that bad at all, I think I'm going to go looking just for kicks! Great vid Lou!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Yeah lonnyjaw, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this Buick :-) Hope you're behind the wheel of the right one for you soon, Lou
@stevegordon52439 ай бұрын
Another beautiful Buick! Love the interior door panels and seats. The design is simple yet elegant looking
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Steve, Happy to read you enjoy the design of this car :-) Lou
@robertcroft82419 ай бұрын
Fabulous ! One year older than the 64 s in the movie Hush Hush Sweet Charlotte .
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to read "Fabulous !" :-) Thank you for sharing the movie trivia.
@NofaceCat9 ай бұрын
Nice car, beautiful car. I think I’m moving to the western suburbs looks nice you’re wearing polo shirts. It’s minus 12 degrees below zero with 6 inches of snow on the ground in Glenview.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi ChitownRon, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Stay inside and warm, Lou
@stude28964 ай бұрын
The 1963 models signaled Buick's return to styling leadership. This is an excellent example of Buick's 1963 Senior offerings. The light on the front fender is an optional Cornering Lamp. Reverse lights were properly call Backup lights. Very nice video of an exceptional fine Buick
@loucostabile4 ай бұрын
Happy to read "Very nice video of an exceptional fine Buick" :-) Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
@robertdryburgh14575 күн бұрын
Beautiful Buick! These six windows were scarce when new. This is the first one I've seen in many years.
@loucostabile5 күн бұрын
Hi Robert, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you, Lou
@acts22119 ай бұрын
Great Buick Lou. Love the 4 door hardtop
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to read you enjoy this car acts2211 :-)
@kevinedwards95759 ай бұрын
Nice ride Lou
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to share this one with you Kevin.
@konradbenz71109 ай бұрын
👍👍👍
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
:-)
@johnnyace19548 ай бұрын
Beautiful 63 Electra 225 Lou! When will you feature a 65 Buick Wildcat? Can’t wait. Keep the great videos coming
@loucostabile8 ай бұрын
Hi Edmund, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) When will I feature a 1965 Buick Wildcat......Hmmm, let me think....ok, ok, I'm done playing with you, it's actually next Monday! Stay tuned, Lou
@jamesslick47904 ай бұрын
So nice to see this! A 1963 Electra 225 was not only my first car (in 1982!) It was my Dream car. My great uncle bought it new and kept it PRISTINE. I loved it since I first saw and rode in it. (1968 or so..) Forget the "fact" that my "Gen X" self was supposed to be all about Camaros or GTOs, Nah, THIS is what I wanted! And it impressed me MORE than a Caddy (Electras have Understated PRESENCE!). He ended up "selling" to me it for a nominal $100 (a price was needed for title transfer, He did not REALLY want money for his "elderly used car") and I kept her until I was married and me and my wife bought a NEW 1987 LeSabre (I didn't make Park Avenue money, LOL) Been a Buick man ever since! Currently a Lucerne! Too bad they don't make CARS anymore!
@loucostabile4 ай бұрын
Hi James, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 1st car & your dream car too :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
@JeffKing3109 ай бұрын
Beautiful Electra - the paint and chrome are spectacular. I don think I’ve ever seen a hardtop / six window in real life. Very cool and thanks for sharing with us Lou!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Jeff, "I don think I’ve ever seen a hardtop / six window in real life." Me either. So happy to be able to share this one with you. You're welcome, Lou
@timc23469 ай бұрын
Nice old Buick.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
:-)
@billolsen43605 күн бұрын
One beautiful car inside and out. Always admired the dashboard design in the big Buicks that year. You could easily fit four mobsters, some ammo and a couple of picnic baskets in that trunk.
@loucostabile5 күн бұрын
Hi Bill, Happy to read you appreciate the looks of 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
@billolsen43604 күн бұрын
@@loucostabile Thanks, Lou. I've been a subscriber for about 4 years so far, I think!
@drcandor9 ай бұрын
Glad to see this one as a survivor * Love the engine bay as is * I'm with you guys, in the backseat with my cup of coffee, and Chuck has no concerns that we will spill a drop as long as i finish it on the straight-away >- loving that 445 Lbs of torque. . . :>/
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to read you're "Glad to see this one as a survivor" :-)
@carmangeek88829 ай бұрын
Nothing like a "Deuce and a Quarter".
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to share this one with you :-)
@MrTrack4129 ай бұрын
Lou, you have done many cars over the years. I remember one in particular that I liked. It was a Mercury Turnpike Cruiser! Probably from the early 1960s. That one might have been my favorite until this car! It is nice to see the 4-door models and pretty original like they were back in the day. "Only YOU are there!"
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
"That one might have been my favorite until this car!" WINNER!
@tombrown1898Ай бұрын
An old lady in my neighborhood had one just like this. I remember it from new, and this car looks just as good. In the movie, "Hush, Hush, Sweet Charlotte" the villain, Olivia de Havilland, drove one just like it.
@loucostabileАй бұрын
Hi Tom, Happy to read this car brings back memories of the car you remember in your neighborhood :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing some movie trivia too, Lou
@danam02289 ай бұрын
From when Buick was just one step down from a Cadillac, a real beauty
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to read you enjoy this "real beauty" :-)
@bobbyheffley49559 ай бұрын
Buick was also a step above Oldsmobile.
@danam02289 ай бұрын
@@bobbyheffley4955 Yup, until at some point in the '70s, maybe the late '60s, when they became pretty equal
@MostlyBuicks9 ай бұрын
There were 3 different 4 doors. The Sedan, the Hardtop (4 window version) and the Riviera Sedan (like this one).
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your knowledge When Better Cars Are Built
@edwardallan1979 ай бұрын
I still think these more conservative Buicks are handsome. Those 401s were long- lived. And Dynaflow! Great!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Edward, Happy to read you think this car is "handsome" :-) Lou
@СергійШамін9 ай бұрын
Класний великий автомобіль! Чудовий салон! Дякую!
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Сергій, Happy to read you enjoy this "Cool Big Car" :-) You're welcome, Lou
@JohnGruber-di3cw8 ай бұрын
I don't give a squat s--t about anyone else's opinions!! I know Buick made the most beautiful,classiest,powerful,and durable because I owned 7. 64,68,and70 Wildcats,73 and 75 Deuce+1/4s and 70 Riv GS and 73 Riv boatails.All were GREAT cars. This 63 Deuce+1/4 is a prime example!!!GREAT CAR!!! I ❤❤❤ that car!!!
@JohnGruber-di3cw8 ай бұрын
I had those 7 GREAT BUICKS but I never found the one I really wanted was the Invicta. That was the first car I ever drove and it was an awesome car with the original 401-445 Wildcat Nailhead engine. It ran smooth and powerful!!!A great memory!!!
@loucostabile8 ай бұрын
Hi John, If you type into KZbin search "My Car Story with Lou Buick" I think you'll see many Buicks you'll enjoy, Lou
@wilsixone5 ай бұрын
It's in beautiful condition first of all. Second, I think you could call it kind of mid-range optioned. It's got at least electric windows and seats, side cornering lamps, the chrome accents and not much else. I guess the am radio, power steering and brakes - everything was optional. It is fairly plain otherwise. Gorgeous.
@loucostabile5 ай бұрын
Hi William, Happy to read "Gorgeous" :-) Lou
@davidmccaffery79773 ай бұрын
Great cars Lou🎉.. beautiful example of Detroit iron
@loucostabile3 ай бұрын
Happy to read you enjoy the cars on the Channel David :-)
@adamtrombino1068 ай бұрын
I like the fact that you can have all the windows down, and you can still talk normally over the wind noise. Also, despite all that open area, it doesn't seem to be blowing you out of there even at higher speeds. IDK if GM had a special name for their 6 window cars, but Chrysler did, called the Town Sedan. They didn't sell well and they only made them a couple yrs. I think PRND(S)L became a govt mandate in 65. Anyhow, this 1 looks great in black! High torque low stressed Buick cruisers, gotta love um!
@loucostabile8 ай бұрын
Hi Adam, Thank you for viewing and sharing what you noticed and like. 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
@troynov19659 ай бұрын
You know the rare musclecars are nice but this is the kind of cars we all remember ( if you are at least in your 50s now) because our familys had them. It was handed down to you as your first car, or was your first used car you could afford as a cash strapped young person. If I am at car show or just scanning some videos of cars on You Tube nice original family car survivors likes this draw me like a moth to a flame. It takes me back to my youth when cars like this were everywhere. My dad had a service station and worked on cars in his little 2 bay garage ( this was in the 70s) The older used 4 door family cars was his bread and butter. No all of us were lucky to have a Hemi Roadrunner or a 454 Chevelle SS but we can all recall driving or riding in cars like this.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi troynov1965, Happy to read this car brings back memories of cars like this you remember :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
@michaelcoffey73629 ай бұрын
Nice 😊
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to read "Nice" :-)
@mrjim10449 ай бұрын
Wow! Beautiful car. I have a ‘63 Electra 2 door Sport Coupe and love it. I need the rear bumper caps. I sent the bumper to California to be re-chromed and they didn’t send the caps back. They have since closed and I’m having trouble finding new ones.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Mr Jim, Happy to read you have a 1963 Electra 2 Door (we should video that one too). Hope you find those bumper caps soon, Lou
@L4sleeko4 ай бұрын
Love the 6 window roof, shared with Cadillac. In 1961 and forward, Oldsmobile got a version as well. Before the 1963 Riviera, this 6 window style was called the Riviera.
@loucostabile4 ай бұрын
Happy to read you "Love the 6 window roof" :-)
@L4sleeko3 ай бұрын
@@loucostabile I'm sure Cadillac was not amused lol
@billmagorian4902 ай бұрын
Awesome! The MCS begins with a clear picture of how long the owner has owned the car and how he found and purchased it. I am much more relaxed about this "story". The engine bay definitely looks survivor but the interior, chrome, and paint look Awesome! I would really like to know what he has done to this car since he purchased it. Lou I really do appreciate how you feature on your show cars that the owners love but may not be highly desired cars. What matters is you are featuring car enthusiasts who are preserving car history and enjoying it.
@loucostabile2 ай бұрын
Hey Bill, I'm relaxed reading "I am much more relaxed about this "story"" :-) My pleasure featuring car enthusiasts with you, Lou
@danielulz16409 ай бұрын
Simply magnificent. Back when the old Buick motto was still true, "When better automobiles are built, Buick will build them". Sadly, Buick no longer builds automobiles, except in China.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Daniel, Happy to read "Simply magnificent" :-)
@yodajolewis17289 ай бұрын
Thats when they made cars
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
NICE!
@ericbitzer52479 ай бұрын
Sweet Buick! Back when GM were at their best in quality materials and quality control. Love survivors.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Happy to share this "Sweet Buick!" with you :-)
@todddenio32009 ай бұрын
There used to be an old guy in the town I live in who had that Electras identical twin until he died a couple years ago.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Great car twin and sad to read of his passing :-(
@moonlighters593 ай бұрын
Nice condition. Had a 2 dr. 4 years ago. Now i bought a convertible in very good shape. I like the nailhead and its torque. In kombination with the dynaflow, its a cruiser. Ib Andersen Denmark.
@loucostabile3 ай бұрын
Hi Ib Andersen, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Glad o read you have a fun convertible too. 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
@anthonyangeli256Ай бұрын
Beautiful automobile
@loucostabileАй бұрын
Hi Anthony, Happy to read you appreciate the looks of 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
@anthonyangeli256Ай бұрын
@@loucostabile you're welcome Lou. I grew up when all those beautiful cars were roaming the streets. It was a great era indeed for Detroit & America. My buddy in high school had a '65 225. What a beauty! Wish I could go back in time & buy up a bunch of them. I've watched your vids before & they're all top notch. Keep up the good work.
@MostlyBuicks9 ай бұрын
Last year for the Dynaflow transmission.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your knowledge When Better Cars Are Built.
@jaygatz43358 ай бұрын
At 16:00 that driver in his BMW was looking longingly at that Buick! BTW, Lou, what have been your most impressive rides?
@loucostabile8 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing what you notice. Well Jay, that's hard to say because each car brings a different experience and mood. For example if it's a Muscle Car I like the acceleration, if it's a super car I enjoy the speed. and if it's a big car like this one I like the relaxing ride and comfort, however I'll share the fun rides just today, a 1970 Challenger R/T with a 426 Hemi Pistol Grip 4 Speed. I drove a Duesenberg, a ride in a 49 Cadillac, and a ride in a Survivor 1966 Wildcat with under 10K miles, so stay tuned for those fun rides coming up. Lou P.S. Here was one I really liked too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zp2Xk3SjqtSdr9E
@terrym50239 ай бұрын
"Wouldn't you rather have a Buick?". Ansofreakingloutly! 😉
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
NICE!
@wilsixone5 ай бұрын
Oh, and it's got a 2-speed "Powerglide" transmission as opposed to that funky RotoHydromatic...
@loucostabile5 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing what you notice.
@rgbigdog4 ай бұрын
Being a black 4 door reminds me of a Funeral Home car
@loucostabile4 ай бұрын
I can see why you'd say that.
@todddenio32009 ай бұрын
Lou, have you done any videos on the 63-65 Rivieras? I had 2 64 Rivs years ago.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Todd, Yes, if you type into KZbin search "My Car Story with Lou Riviera" you can see what has been video, Lou
@adrianmartinelli97999 ай бұрын
We had one of these in Australia in 1970.We could not pick the gear change. Anyway stop playing with it and fix the clock !.
@loucostabile9 ай бұрын
Hi Adrian, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 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
@rgbigdog4 ай бұрын
Surprised that you didn't mention the three ashtrays in the back seat area of the car.