Tearing Apart a '61 Chevy Impala Before Giving It a New Personality - MuscleCar S3, E8

[@andrepienaar6459]

I would personally have preferred a video of the rebuild of the 61 Impala from start to finish.

[@williamcox5216]

AMEN BROTHER

[@chrissourp6807]

Yeah, I trusted the title too... WTF ...

[@mistervacation23]

I think what you want to live in is your business.

[@wanea3760]

Yeah but unfortunately

[@lennyf1957]

Completely agree

[@jason60chev]

I spent 4+ years rebuilding a 1960 Chevrolet Impala 4 Door Sedan. I guess it is easy when you have many people, unlimited budget and easy access to parts and services.

[@freemansgarage]

Amen to that!

[@donovan007007]

So glad they are showing Red Sled build... I’m building a ‘63 Impala and this is great inspiration!

[@dukeallen432]

Don't ruin yours with crappy bags and keep it analog.

[@robbiefrentz9427]

donovan007007 Man about 30 years ago I owned a 63 ss impala. Still one of my favorite

[@Bossrich6287]

No cussing,screaming about deadlines,i like this

[@rickdees2411]

These videos are an eye-opener for anyone wanting to start and successfully complete any serious auto repair work or project. I always liked doing my own work on my vehicles, engine rebuild, repair a four speed truck trans with granny gear, remove and replace front clip, cab and bed on a 63 chevy half-ton, the list of work I've done is incredibly long. First, most important, a decent sized garage to work in, mine was 22 by 32 feet, always have the right and high quality tools, good shop manuals, and I always had one or two other vehicles to drive so I could take my time with the project vehicle. You are gonna get dirty, greasy, and probably will get very familiar with local boneyards. I liked working on vehicles, really. My regular job was 40hrs a week, Registered Nurse Case Manager for an Insurance Company. Older now, retired, wish I could do it all over again.

[@natayster]

The way the editing is makes me feel like I’m watching a early to mid 2000’s car show

[@warderjack]

The copyright at the end says 2008

[@ivanbadillo4909]

Glad to see this can brought back. They deserve to live for ever. I have a 67 impala convertable. When cars were built right.

[@jonathanedwards8881]

I just picked up a 66 today

[@izzyplusplusplus1004]

I bet neither one of you have a factory x frame.

[@dontellgucci1117]

I had a triple black 67’ with bucket seats. Only had the 283 but a very nice car. You would have liked it. Keystone rims and a red pinstripe. Rebuilt the suspension I mean everything in it including the steering even if it was in good condition I changed it uppers lowers control arms , tie rids you name it a new center link , shocks , it rode and drove like brand new steer it one finger at 80 mph. Good brakes too lol

[@ivanbadillo4909]

@@dontellgucci1117 I just dis the same thing to the one. I have. Took me about 3 month but it drives just like you say. Like a caddy lol. Can get enough. Sounds like a very cool car.

[@davect01]

Love the idea of an updated Bandit car. The LeMans is beautiful. Rust and rat droppings, the joys of restorations

[@jessiejames2155]

It's my favorite thing in the whole World watching and knowing that our Classic Cars are still being Salvaged and yes put back on the road by People that want them saved too . . .

[@SuperOperator4]

My first car, a 61 4 door hard top, high school 1972

[@freemansgarage]

What motor did it have in it? I'm reviving a 56 Chevy I bought from a guy who drove it in high school sometime in the 70's

[@SuperOperator4]

@@freemansgarage 283 2bbl. I was 15 and converted it from an auto column, to a 3sp manual floor.

[@freemansgarage]

@@SuperOperator4 That's exactly what the previous owner of my 5 had & did.

[@gieb6428]

My car in High School (1968) was a 61 impala 4dr ht, white ex red in, 348 standard 3 speed

[@drtb69]

I had one of these cars when I was in high school, it had a 348 4bbl, and 4 speed, I put a posi traction with 3.89:1 gears in the rear, and I never lost a street race....EVER. it was the fastest true street car on west Colfax.

[@secnbc]

I’ve been in a 10yr process of rebuilding a 61 Biscayne 2dr hard top. Going with tuxedo black on black w/ steel wheels and dog dish hub caps. Was able to tuck a 10.5” street slick. Powered by a Motown 427 backed by a Tremec 6speed and 4:10s. Can’t wait to hit the street!

[@martinharris5017]

Love these early 60s Impalas. Amazing styling!

[@rickilynnwolfe8357]

Yes it can ! My old 63 Chevy Nova Sedan 4 door was in just as bad shape so I cut my floor pans and trunk out myself I had the pans and trunk welded in looks great now onto replacing my corner panels and restore the interior maybe someday . Iam doing it slowly my self because my husband is stage 4 pancreatic cancer so I have no choice and money now lol. Just my dream to finish it 👍

[@hcombs0104]

Rare, indeed. When you started the video, I thought it was actually a Bel Air. Back in the sixties, when a '61 Chevy was a common sight, I remember only one time seeing a two-door sedan Impala.

[@unicornsteaks6769]

15:45 It's a great feeling when all of Lou's hard work pays off.

[@xenthia]

yes.

[@Medmann48]

My Grandpa had a brand new 1961 Oldsmobile Super 88 & man that was a beautiful car. I still remember that beautiful red color all metal dash with those chrome elliptical gauges.

[@vivians9392]

My favorite body styles were 1960 and 1962. I dated a guy with a new black with red interior 1962 impala. Beautiful and great ride.

[@ebahraimabdulrahman4475]

I like your great job for rescuing the very vintage cars I appreciate your care

[@dennism644]

Gotta leave a comment no matter what they do or not do I've got all original 1961 biscayne straight 6.with the optional oil filter....yeah it doesnt have a oil filter I have the kit to install one but it came from the factory without one.its got 35k miles on it I change change the oil every 1000 miles.my dad bought it brand new and I got it off him in 96.still runs strong.

[@irishkeif7791]

Great job on the Lemans! I've been anticipating every episode. FINALLY it's done. Awesome!

[@danielscott6787]

As for a custom touch on a 61 Impala i took and cut the end of the quarters off a 76 Camaro and then frenched them into my 61 rear tail panel/trunk. Was made to work.

[@marycampeau9378]

this was my favorite year of the impalas. damn almost had a convertible one in the early 80's

[@edwardpate6128]

Well you had me hooked when you said a W engine going in! Love that motor!

[@farmerdavewhite]

My folks bought a 1961 Impala convertible the year I graduated from high school. It was black with a white top and red interior. A great car!0

[@billrey8221]

I'm sorry to see the line lock burn out. Many of the kids today do this without knowing the damage that is done to the tires and the car. Boy! But I do love hearing an engine or transmission blow!! WoW!!

[@markgreiser464]

My absolute favorite Impala. I'm glad you saved it.

[@davidkerl1431]

HEY! Pay attention when you remove the front seat of any old car. You just might find the "build sheet" that followed the car down the assembly line, giving you all the options on that car.

[@flyonbyya]

These guys got all the critical ingredients...Talent, Energy, Motivation Everything god forgot to add into my recipe

[@dukeallen432]

No gods. Your on your own. Okay though life's great on its own.

[@willsco76]

Please upload ALL episode of this build!!!!

[@scotth6848]

I remember watching this build week by week on tv. I wanted this car so bad, everything you guys did to this car was fantastic. What ever happened to it? Was it put up for sale? Still owned by the network? I would really like to find it. Thanks for posting this video, I can't get enough of this car.

[@seanjohnson6899]

Dude love the episodes where you take a beat to hell old piece of history and take apart and restore it.goose bumps. But I wish you guys would restore completely to orginal with maybe just a sick as motor. 👍

[@barberjeff67]

Love the 61! Can't wait to see more on it.

[@williamfabiano3037]

Man a full rebuild vid would be awesome. I have a rusted 63 impala that was my grandfathers I am about to tackle

[@Phil-w7u]

I restored a 1958 Pontiac I don’t recommend using impact gun to take out bolts you will break a lot then have to drill out and tap again put on WD 40 and slowly work bolt back and forth with with ratchet

[@JerryDLTN]

That appraisal seemed low when you compare the price of cars at Smoky Mountain Traders in Maryville but was more in line with the prices at Maple Motors in Hendersonville (TN)

[@keithperry8098]

The LeMans turned out great. Love it. Ready to get into that Chevy

[@AAKAYENTERPRISES]

O God what a beautiful transformation... Superb

[@adamstampley7207]

I'm glad I came across this video. I have a '66 T-bird in almost the exact same condition.

[@alexwatts3985]

Great beginning on the 61 but what about the follow through and completion? I have one that Im getting ready to build and this is inspiring and helpful.

[@aryocountryboy]

Sometime i was think to restored old car... Then i clean up the rust with sand blasting, then the car disappear... Lol

[@jim_cathymcclendon6091]

I agree would like to see more rebuilds from start to finish.

[@arthurzettel6618]

My Brother had one. It was metalflake blue with all the chrome.

[@speedracer2336]

Anything can be saved if you have money!

[@freemansgarage]

Yes sir. Money, time & tools!

[@davehotz5169]

My 66 GTO is a factory two tone paint car top Star lite black on Tiger gold with the classic aluminum slots

[@michealbrown7792]

Hey guys beautiful work from stat to end. From God's hands to your hands may he continue to bless all of you and the business because that's what he do make the dead alive. Love you guys. Mike

[@cmdrriotz5283]

So much history in that car. It's cool to imagine who drove it around and what they did.

[@bruceshook1781]

Love that Lemans!! the 61 Chevy gonna be nice too!!

[@joeszub549]

I love the shot of them just kicking the bumper

[@thegreatbamboozler4837]

Brake Torquin' is ALWAYS fun when somebody else is buyin the tires!!!!!

[@mazen723]

This is fantastic , dreams that come true , I love your work guys .

[@clintonsmith9931]

Saw one on a used car once Had original 409 and 4 sp trans Somebody had used it up real fast in the days

[@tyrssen1]

Hey, doesn't look too daunting to me ... I tore apart a few, back in the day. So vids like this get an instant grin from me!

[@davidskaar3232]

1961 Ford Falcon for me too. 1957 Chevy great. 61 Chevy great thanks.

[@_.Username.Not.Found._1]

Man a full rebuild vid would be awesome. I have a rusted 63 impala that was my grandfathers I am about to tackle

[@johndough7160]

OMG!!!!! That my favorite Impala! God that car has character!

[@samuelmcgill-rl3lb]

lucky for you guys they did make plenty of 4 door 61 chevys, but a bunch went to the crusher.

[@AutoYoung]

Red Sled has been done for YEARS and is sitting in the Coker Tire headquarters showroom...

[@davenelson1571]

Amish Mike seemed very comfortable pushing that car, maybe it brought back fond memories of his time studying engineering at the Amish School of Technology, they push a lot of cars there

[@15dutchman]

Great car. My parents had a 4 door “61” Chevy. The finished video is on the PowerNation TV web site, MuscleCar Show S6,E1. I couldn’t find it on KZbin.

[@funsmasher7018]

Too bad Lou wasn't in on the payoff. He put in a lot of work on that car.

[@bilbobaggins4710]

He got fukt

[@bmstylee]

@Jody B I have seen him on Car Fix. Not sure if that's still going.

[@1080sucks]

Should have got Lou back for the drive. He earned it.

[@hannibalbarca8670]

Lou is teaching in North Carolina

[@patrickharrand]

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lou_Santiago

[@omaribrahim2002]

every time i hear : out with the old in with the new i remember chrisfix ❤️

[@simopr09]

the car is completely rusted and misshaped and the guy says: This doesn't look so bad! that what I call positive mental attitude!

[@terrysigmon3119]

I love Impalas. I have a 63 SS and a 65 Convertable and a 95 SS and 2001. I really want a 60 though. 61 is a great one too.

[@aurktman1106]

Never really saw this car finished. It made it to about 3/4 finished then it sort of disappeared.

[@zarkeh3013]

Imma call that Lou's Car! cos Big, Bad, Loud, and Beautiful! and the car is too... lol,

[@stevegardner9258]

Dad had a 61 Impala SS with a 409. Sold it before I could get my hands on it. Probably a good thing.

[@tonyscott9659]

My favourite channel

[@bobhennig6597]

One of the best design ever.

[@schwagperformance]

looked it up - this build was completed in 2011. i thought i remembered seeing it

[@feltongailey8987]

I have a 82 Dodge Rampage and a 71 El Camino I was able to take the entire floor out with my hands. And these were southern vehicles.

[@JohnDgr81]

I would really love to see that 61 impala done right!...it will be a truly rare beauty! ❤️

[@bad74maverick1]

"the body trim and interior will stay true to the original" But we're going to ruin the rest of this rare one year only car!

[@mountainofeverest3861]

Buy your own.. make it your own. Making body changes each year used to be the norm. Name a Chevy/bodystyle in the 50's that was the same as the previous year. None.

[@PACKERMAN2077]

Speaking of body changes was anybody else horrified that they drilled cut and welded on that freshly painted fender because I don't see why they could not have just used a paintless fender roller?

[@rosscohenderson1651]

Wish you would do my 1965 fairlane 500 next . It runs , and I drive it , but could use some help .

[@khamariblair7284]

They make it look so easy!

[@davidnichols1363]

The headlights on the Le Mans are hooked up wrong. The top light should be illuminated when the low beams are operating.

[@michaelboyd3924]

I had a 1961 Convertible in 1962. Just before enlisting in the USAF to avoid the draft.

[@MJY58]

Do you have on KZbin the red sled other than this one here. I mean I'm not really a GM fan but I like that car. And I saw the tear down and I don't remember seeing anything else be nice to see the whole thing beginning to end

[@SFCrafting]

Old is gold

[@NTSRFR4]

"Got to get insurance before we drive it"- Insurance agent says: "It will be a few days"- "Screw it, we drivin' it"

[@acts2211]

Can't wait to see the rest of that 61 Impala

[@kimmorrison9169]

I watch all these and can’t recall them finishing this ‘61?? Did they out a stroker 409 in it?

[@grantkoeller8911]

1943 quarter is solid silver!!!!!!1943 Quarter Value. $2.99 is the minimum 1943 quarter value. It is the underlining silver price moving your coin to this level. If yours is the "D" or "S" mint mark issue, and "Uncirculated", it is now worth in the $28 to $30 range

[@MasonHamlin93]

My first car was a 61 Chevy. I learned at five a manual in it when I was 13. Our rear seat floor rusted out in less than 10 years.

[@aumetalmental8403]

Please tell me you aren't really going to throw that 283 away... I'll take it 🤗😎✌️

[@AutoYoung]

Well go back about 12 or 13 years and get it...

[@timothysanders431]

Little 283s ran good .

[@garyshinn4626]

Stock and Super Stock racers would like to have the 283.

[@bhaygood7306]

Questions what do you do with the. Motor an manual transmission out these car or truck thank👍

[@razzymarcus8044]

I don't think anyone realizes this series is like 10 years old

[@terryrussel3369]

They are resurrecting a REAL car like the ones I maintained as a kid with nothing but a Motors Manual and a small box of tools . . . so no, I didn't notice !

[@theayatollahofrockandrollah]

perfectly aware thank you

[@KurtElliott]

I knew it had to be old when the started on about the Bandit.

try 20. 61+20=2001

[@williswhatchutalkinbout4367]

Kurt Elliott uh, Smokey and the bandit was filmed in 77.... how old did you think this was? 😂

[@Clark-do7zb]

Cool, it only takes 17 min to restore and old rusty impala. That gives me hope that I can do it

[@LordEvan5]

Any Grasso guys out there remember that Lemans in automotive it was perfect

[@LordEvan5]

No it was a Tempest

[@isaiahmckeown-philip1238]

Am I the only one who feels like this show doesn't give us enough audio once it comes to engine revving?? HP, please cut the music and give us some raw V8 audio for at least those crucial five seconds!!

[@bluegrassman3040]

Isaiah McKeown-Philip maybe the mufflers are too quiet?

[@houzepw]

I've always loved these shows and I agree. No music, let the engine roar so we can all enjoy the sound.

[@CaptainFALKEN]

59 and 61 are my favorite Impalas

[@alexp362]

That impala is considered solid here in new england!

[@Losermachine35]

I was all stoked they were doing the car up and then they unveiled the “plans”...... ew. Put it back to mostly stock with the 409, leave it white, do a red interior, and put some stock wheels and tires on it and give it a slight rake. No need to go 1990s street rod.

[@CymbalsOnly]

Agreed...I stopped watching when they said what their plans were....no thanks.

[@tomnekuda3818]

On a quiet night you can hear a Chevy rust.........the color combo on the Tempest is absolutely super! I'm not sure why destroying your back tires is the "in" thing but I'm not rich enough to do that.....I'd like the see the excessive burnouts, wide-body cars, and "patina" (read old shit) paint jobs go out of style.... Oh, yeah, the cartoon wheels and rubber band tires on some of these rigs are ridiculous....run over a cigarette butt and ruin your rims. I'm sure I run against the grain here but I'm 100% function over bling.

[@stevereinhart4067]

Excessive burnouts will never go out of style.

[@tomnekuda3818]

@@bigboreracing356 About right! LOL

[@marcosalazar2131]

Do you have a full video to install a deluxe ac / heater on a 1961 Chevy impala,

[@elixeroflife]

im not sure, but i think my folks might have a power bench seat from a 62 impala layin around. i can go check if you are needing one.

[@watsisbuttndo829]

This show is an old rerun, not really sure why they upload it again unless theres dollars to be made in the views.redsled has been finished for years.

[@HenauderTitzauf]

Heck yes, that can buff out and sprayed clear to keep the patina.

[@NVzla]

Appraiser forgot the terrible gaps between trunk lid and body.

[@danielscott6787]

I was thinking the same thing. Rear window was really rough!

[@eviladam13]

Im glad Im not the only one to notice

[@markg7030]

Left and right side chrome is missing above the tail lights ( on quarter panels) but you see them installing the chrome on the trunk it looks stupid on there without the end pieces.

[@mattfarahsmillionmilelexus]

I had no idea that they made an Impala batwing post. Easy to see why it only lasted a year.

[@c50ge]

The change in the back seat wasn’t left there from riding around drinking beer and throwing it in the back seat. I am surprised you didn’t find an earring back there also.

[@guillermonieri4203]

Nice Impala. Thank you.

[@nathanielhart5267]

This is a 61’ two door post. It may be a bel air with an impala trunk and badges. It led on that this was an impala bubble top