The Chicago Cutlass lives on.

[@ogonbio8145]

good to know the beater car from GTA 4 is still running.

[@Polentacontuco379]

Sabre

[@dougzzzie738]

my exact thought when I saw this. That beater sabre kinda makes me appreciate rusted out shit that still runs

[@agoober5544]

@@dougzzzie738 shitboxes are easily the most fun (when they work)

[@butchtv1498]

Vigero Rust ❤ i love smok engine

[@rustyrideon]

Yes

[@freddyhollingsworth5945]

45-46 years of salt.... just the fact that it hasn't been crusher food already is a miracle in that of itself....

[@serfcityherewecome8069]

What's even more impressive to me is the engine having (so far...?) survived almost a half-century of cold starts in 30-below insanity up there for almost half of each year.

[@rollin19]

If they crushed that car,it would be a gold mine,for the auto industry. The metal on these cars is not known as tin but as steel. These cars were made really well. That car is a money maker. Little v8 probably gets 20 mpg.

[@johneckert1365]

​@@rollin19There's nothing special about the metals used to build that piece of crap.

[@diexmortis]

too easy for the crusher

[@aaadamt964]

​@@johneckert1365 as much as I love those g body cars... They sure aren't made from anything special. No gold, unobtainium, whatever precious metals. Just whatever steel and sheet metal existed at the time.

[@creepinwhileyousleepin]

Whoever kept this thing going had a good sense of humor.

[@TheGiggler333]

The poor cars running on nothing but our thoughts and prayers. I love it

[@KMcNally117]

Not even that, this thing is running on brain farts and spite.

[@leongaskell1533]

This thing is not running at all.

[@peterliebezeit5636]

“If you squint, it’s mint” 😂

[@MarquisDeSang]

This comment makes my day.

[@peterliebezeit5636]

@@MarquisDeSang He said it during the video. Never heard it before, but now I use it all the time lol

[@TheRideGaming]

the varying colours and levels of rust just look like reflections on really polished paint lol

[@500clapbox]

Bro it actually looked perfect when I squinted

[@somervillearron]

If you poke your eyes out it's mint

[@culcune]

I believe that is exactly what the car has looked like since 1981...

[@mr.channel6467]

Really? lol wouldn’t doubt it

[@culcune]

@@mr.channel6467 I grew up in Chicago from when I was born in 1969 to when we moved to Los Angeles in 1979. There were numerous rusted out buckets (mostly from the 60s) in the 70s. So, it is a bit of an exaggeration to say this war wagon has been rusted out since the early 80s, but I have to say the fact that it is STILL on the road is impressive!

[@mr.channel6467]

@@culcune heck ya

[@brianbridgeman6877]

I saw this car in downtown Chicago while I was on vacation about 10 years ago. It looked absolutely ragged back then. I can’t believe it hasn’t completely returned to the earth by now. What an incredible find!

[@BurrBones]

That car is badass and a piece of Chicago history. I would say it belongs in a museum but it belongs on the road. That thing is a warrior.

[@Swampy_Salamander]

That thing is rolling tetanus

[@Trendyrapslut]

why?? i know nothing about this car.

[@Partnerthedog]

What's the significance of this car

[@a_s10_blazer]

​@hububabout quite literally being the most famous beater being seen almost daily around Chicago. It's been a daily driver since the days of time and the legacy has to live on

[@Nostalgia_Motors]

⁠@@Swampy_Salamander the car should be called tetanus lol.

[@narlens]

Almost as legendary as Ricky's 75' new yorker

[@barnabyjones5161]

Get the hood-clearing stick.

[@Billzim2]

It's in the same class. This is a rare breed.

[@ianshand3739]

No car in North America is spared of rust, whether it be Illinois or Nova Scotia 😉

[@cameronlovesevolve]

honestly tho.

[@thecommodoredecker]

The American version

[@torythefanman]

Honestly. I agree. Keep it the way it is. Fix what needs fixed, but definitely keep the "petina" The Chicago Cutlass must live on!

[@resetsetmefree478]

Add 8 way pioneer stereo with subwoofers 📻

[@taylorebenguard6998]

@@resetsetmefree478cant do that the car would vibrate apart

[@resetsetmefree478]

@@taylorebenguard6998 hey that's a great point, I'm still undecided about whether it looks better with the rims or if it should be without rims, then again maybe those rims are the only thing holding the wheels in 🤣

[@Z3CHYD]

Yea I'd fix the frame issues and floor, but keep the body the way it is, to keep the look everyone knows it for!

[@80srenaissance67]

Patina

[@BruisersBeaters]

This car stands as a testament to how brutal Chicago is on cars. It also stands as a testament to how tough old GM cars really were back then.

[@mcsomeone2681]

💯 tested an 84 Oldsmobile super 88 a few weeks ago with almost nothing working except the radio, pouring oil, massive blowby, and countless other issues. Still ran and drove like a top. I know why they put a plane on their logo, I put the petal to the floor on a straight away and it still wanted to take off.

[@Marsonpika]

Fr 😂

[@pedinhuh16]

A GM product being "tough" in the 80s??? 😂😂😂😂😂

[@mcsomeone2681]

@@pedinhuh16 they still made great motors in the 80's they were just held back by overcomplicated unreliable emissions crap and vacuum lines

[@aaadamt964]

​@@pedinhuh16 compared to whatever else was available at the time? Absolutely. K cars would be the first to come to mind. As much as I love fox body cars, those things had the rigidity of cooked spaghetti in stock form. Ever driven a convertible mustang from that era? I learned the hard way you have to put frame ties in them. Some mods and sticky tires on a 91 gt and several launches later the gaps on the hatch were all off and it was extremely hard to close/ latch. When I say it was a mild build, I'm talking about a car that would run low 12's at best.

[@nickscelsi2659]

I’ve seen this car on the streets of Chicago’s northwest side for over 20 years at this point. It’s definitely a neighborhood legend. Crazy to see a KZbin video on it!

[@spitsomefire]

True definition of run it till the wheels fall off legendary car in the chicago area

[@ChevyBoiiJD]

What’s the story on it? How is it legendary

[@ibm_businessman6033]

It's been driving the Chicago area since 1978, It's a legend in the area​@@ChevyBoiiJD

[@spitsomefire]

​@@ChevyBoiiJD it became a celeb on a car spotting page previous owner drove it everyday

[@Coronet_shop]

@@ChevyBoiiJDhow u a Chevy boy and don’t know bout this patina Monte’s cousin??? C’mon

[@Gr8thxAlot]

She's a beaut, Clark.

[@landyachtfan79]

"I like those greenwalls!"

[@jamesrobbins8938]

Thanks Eddie....🤣😂🤣

[@moosehand8721]

Save the necks for me Clark 😂

[@watsisbuttndo829]

"You think you hate it now, wait till you drive it".

[@QuanticChaos1000]

I live in Alberta Canada, and even I spotted this car on I-90 in Chicago in either 1998 or 2004 as I passed through!

[@ogonbio8145]

Probably made you feel right at home

[@volvodude101]

@@ogonbio8145 Alberta isn't much of a road salt land

[@ogonbio8145]

@@volvodude101 hmm okay well im from saskatchewan and we salt the roads 6 months out of the year. Its different in alberta?

[@seththomas9105]

@@ogonbio8145 I bought a 1984 S-15 Jimmy that came out of North Dakota in 1990. Not a speck of rust. After only 6 years of Iowa DOT salt brine spray it was a terminal cancer patient, and I TRIED to wash it all winter long. Out west they don't seem to use so much f$%king salt.

[@gregorymalchuk272]

​@@seththomas9105You should have been putting lanolin based undercoating on it.

[@joeleonard9965]

I'm a sucker for cars that aren't worth the love. The story alone makes me 1000% on board with you

[@Playstation1st]

The legend of the Chicago cutlass has made it all the way to Alberta Canada.

[@cfc1001001cfc]

Elwood: "It's 106 miles to Chicago, we got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's dark... and we're wearing sunglasses." Jake: "Hit it."

[@ItsABuick93]

This car is true Chicago history. The mechanic lived down the block from my Grandpa and I've seen this car around the NW side most of my life...

[@loganhanf5790]

this genre of vehicle will always hold a place in my heart

[@ncamaro76]

Some people don't understand how you can get attached to a car. Keep it going. I'd drive it proudly

[@manoman0]

YES

[@mopargm9329]

Hell it's still an old G-Body I would rock it and it's also a testament to how great these cars were built look at this fucking thing! Lol i still love it and would drive it proudly and park it right next to my beautiful 04 Dale Jr supercharged Monte Carlo SS show car and 76 L48 Corvette Stingray resto project

[@rustyshackleford4728]

This is folk art

[@joegiusep]

You're an absolute legend, man. Something about this rig seems to have captured the inner spirit of a lot of us car guys. Keeping something alive beyond all possible rationality, in spite of the world and common sense having left it behind. Sheer American tenacity. This thing has so much character, even if it is absolutely roached. I agree that reinforcing and preserving what's left is the best option. Here's to another 400k!

[@nb7466]

At some point in this cars life someone really cared for it.

[@WhiteTrashMotorsports]

And at a longer period it was hated.

[@windowlicker4029]

Wild to think this was a brand new perfect car at one point

[@nikonordman7624]

​@@WhiteTrashMotorsports if it was hated it wouldnt be here

[@samb5327]

Thankyou KZbin for recommending this to me. Greetings from the UK 😆 I shocked this thing still drives

[@MSX98FMDnB]

uncle buck edition

[@alastairholland9352]

Great Call, hilarious!!!!!

[@damienwilloughby]

🤣

[@scottyj8135]

That's the only reason for watching this video

[@richierawls8661]

UB would be proud.

[@tomblobasjamesc.mccollum1740]

😂3 Buick hubcaps and a rear seat mounted spare tire. But seriously these cars are my youth and when I see one I get teary eyed.

[@resetsetmefree478]

I'm undecided as to whether it would look better with those hubcaps/rims or without 🤔

[@SamRostien]

Awesome! I have a Cutlass Supreme Brougham like this although mine is a Diesel! Only 40k original miles, the interior still smells new. It's loaded with everything including rarely seen cornering lamps, fiber optics, lighted vanity mirrors, 8 Track Stereo, Cruise, power windows, locks, antenna, trunk, leather interior with both driver and passenger power seats which I never seen on another Cutlass before and two tone factory paint with no vinyl top. I'm proud of my car as you can tell. 😊 I think your Cutlass is great!

[@johneckert1365]

Sounds like an AWESOME car

[@De19thKingJulion]

Diesel V8 or V6? If V8, is it the 5.7L or the very rare 4.3L?

[@johneckert1365]

@@De19thKingJulion It's too bad they didn't keep making that 4.3 V8 diesel. Once they had all the bugs worked out, it would've been great in these little mid-size cars.

[@De19thKingJulion]

@@johneckert1365 I've heard that a bunch are driving around throughout Europe; they had cleaner diesel than the US back in the day.

[@johneckert1365]

@@De19thKingJulion cool

[@martron1962]

I’m with you 100% on this. Drive it!

[@jamespn]

I like it, it’s not just a cutlass, it’s a cutlass supreme.

[@IntroRC]

miss the early days when yearly safety inspections werent a thing. Natural selection, just beautiful. Remember seeing so many AMC Eagles in this condition as a child lol.

[@toastbusters3897]

Nothing makes me smile more than seeing someone keep something so old driving down the road. So cool

[@londonwatson7342]

That car deserves a new frame, fix the major rust, make the interior somehow comfortable, and just drive. Not hard, nor fast. Just drive

[@cantstanddogs4776]

Nope, it’s perfect

[@DG-sf9ei]

Then it wouldn't be the same car

[@cantstanddogs4776]

@@manitoba-op4jx No , Unless all the bushings are shot. If only the rear and a piece of the side has given way it’s fine,

[@taylorebenguard6998]

that would be a extreme waste of money it should be in a scrap yard its to far gone

[@enoll218]

the car is clearly completely destroyed, fixing the rust would mean replacing every single panel on the car

[@TheLundExpress]

So happy you got this. An absolute Chicago legend!

[@kuseetha.]

You are clearly the correct person to own this. This is a legend, just fix what's broken and keep it going forever. Best wishes from Sri Lanka.

[@googleusergp]

That was a sharp car when it was new and someone went for some options back in the day as I spot a lot of optional equipment: C60 air conditioning, N33 tilt wheel, CD4 delay wipers, K30 cruise control, A90 power deck release, A31 power windows, AU3 power locks, among others. I'd be curious to know which plant assembled it. Being that it was from Chicago, IL, I'm going to say possibly Framingham, in which case, the VIN will be a "G". The VIN goes something like this: 3 for Oldsmobile, M for Cutlass Supreme Brougham, 47 for two door, F for 260 CID V8 with two-barrel, aka "The Little Engine that Could", 8 for 1978 model year, possibly G for Framingham, MA assembly or maybe M for Flint, MI assembly (among other possibilties), and the rest is the production sequence. The 260 V8 is in the Oldsmobile lineage of V8s that will run, run, run, run, run, run, run, run, run and run some more. They are nearly bulletproof. Exterior paint is (or was.....) code 44 Light Green. There's a lot more good parts on this car than you think. There are some pieces and parts that would help another "A" or "G" body live on. Correct, it is an "A" body in 1978. I had a 1979 Cutlass Supreme as well. One of the best cars we had in my family. I wouldn't doubt it has that kind of mileage, as the 260 V8 is known to run forever. They were usually 14" wheels, check the door jamb decal (which appears to be original) for the original tire size---probably something like P195/75R14. Nope, keep the "patina" and make it a safe runner. Parts are cheap and easy to get for this, even 45+ years later. Yup, that car has a few parts from other cars, as the left tail light looks to be an original (or one from another 1978) as 1978 had the "Rocket band" with the Oldsmobile rocket between the lenses, whereas other years typically did not. I'd guess the RH light is from a 1979. I'd be interested to know the VIN---just leave out the last six digits, as those are unique to the vehicle and have no bearing on decoding.

[@cantstanddogs4776]

I have a 1994 9c1 caprice but someone covered the rpo codes with dynamat. Is there another way I can get my codes ? Is there anyway to tell what police department my car was from?

[@googleusergp]

@@cantstanddogs4776 Yes. Any GM dealer parts department can run the VIN and print out the RPO codes from their system---1994 should be new enough that it's still in the system. That will confirm it was a 9C1 vehicle originally and also what options it was built with. As to which department ordered it, yes, sometimes that was embedded in the RPO code listing, especially if a certain paint scheme/combination was specified. But don't count on that. If they ordered a standard issue (say black and white), just about any department may have ordered it that way.

[@ibm_businessman6033]

You have no idea how appreicative of this information I am, You have quite the knowledge pool

[@googleusergp]

@@ibm_businessman6033 Glad to hear that.

[@koolkeiths]

wow. that was sharp

[@michaelconverse5127]

Guys in the very early VW Bus community find Buses in swamps, fields and forests that are in as bad or worse condition. What they often do is all of the structural work. Any new body metal sections are distress painted to Match the worn out originals. New frame rails, rebuild drivetrain, and sometimes a new interior. That is what should happen with this. Either that or scrap it.

[@johnspecter933]

Yes but those are very valuable and wanted . These aren’t lol

[@kennethsouthard6042]

​@@johnspecter933Not to mention that you can buy new sheet metal for those. This thing,, not so much.

[@foxisretrofitting4556]

@@johnspecter933 That's where you are wrong. I would love to have one of these real Oldsmobiles.

[@foxisretrofitting4556]

@@kennethsouthard6042 The sheet metal for these is sold at the hardware store and you cut and weld it on. Bonus points if you do what the factory did and use a press or sheet metal brake to bend it to shape before welding or bolting it on.

[@nickrustyson8124]

@@johnspecter933 Those buses weren't valuable at the time, that's why they were in swamps, those buses are only valuable because of the VW Bus community

[@phoenixproto3149]

Absolutely beautiful to see it as is, keep it structurally sound and keep it as a piece of GM history!

[@taylorebenguard6998]

lmao their is no making that thing structurally sound

[@makethanks215]

I live by Foster and Pulaski and used to see this thing all the time. This car is a absolute legend. Tell who ever used to drive it I said hello.

[@wrongwayray1976]

This is awesome, im glad you saved this from the crusher. I have an 81 Cutlass 4 door that has been a daily driver since new. Yes, the 260 is slow, but a reliable V8 means more to me than speed. Mine has close to 400,000 miles right now, and the damn thing is responsible for my 18 years of perfect attendance at work. Mine is mostly original, block has never been opened up, but the TH350 gave out right at 300k. I look forward to following your progress. Subscribing now.

[@radnybolt5327]

Not from Chicago but I’ve seen this around online for years so happy to see u keep it alive I’m all about old worn out vehicles still living

[@blautens]

I had a 1981 - they weren't great even with no rust. But this actually makes it better.

[@Thunderrolls87]

That baby is rough! But yet still runs and goes the road. Olds quality

[@NorthernChev]

1978 Cutlass Supreme with the 231 Buick V6 was my first car back in 1984. It was green with green vinyl bench seat interior.

[@DavidSilvia-ms7tk]

What an absolutely amazing beater! That baby is Minty!

[@stevieseymore75]

She beautiful cutlass museum piece for sure

[@80fordmustang6]

The car the myth the legend

[@Radi0he4d1]

Illinois does not have inspections, you stroll in with a piece of paper into a DMV and walk out with another, and I think it's great.

[@brianholland2916]

Our justice system on wheels!!

[@FIREPHILSPENCER]

As a fellow Chicagoan, I see more old GM still on the road than any other.

[@ataritheavali6639]

That cars a legend! Definitely preserve what can be and fix the necessary parts if possible

[@carminecrapanzano1407]

God Bless Oldsmobiles they are almost impossible to kill. I hope you can keep it on the road. Good luck. Just get Olds hubcaps and white walls.

[@NFS4LFE]

Cutlass was sold, then sold again. What a saga, but I'm glad it's in proper hands! I hope to see this beast around Chicago again sometime.

[@otopico]

My first car was a 4 door 1977 Cutlass Supreme and I regret selling it almost every time I see another old Cutlass Supreme. It was a V8 and had a cracked block but still ran. I love that yours is still going. I do think it needs some love.

[@LeftForDeadGarage]

I’d love to see this in person. Congratulations on the purchase, it’s a pretty iconic ride.

[@StaceyWard-z4s]

That car give s a whole new meaning to rust bucket 😂

[@dannork1240]

To all the Southern and Western watchers, this is basically what every car looks like by 15-20 years old up here. My dad bought a brand new Toyota pickup in 87, and it was undriveably rusty by 7 years old. Started and ran perfectly, but was about to break in half.

[@davidlaws1438]

Man that was a super nice car when it came out, love the green interior..😊

[@MarkPalmer1000]

Yow! I had bumpers falling off those G bodies from rotted frames in the 1990's!

[@bullhammer59]

this thing is excellent... wow... keep it on the road!

[@brianhechinger6726]

Get rid of those Buick hubcaps and put the right ones on and it will look better and more “original”. Also the missing grill.

[@NimcoGame]

Somehow that car is beautiful. Everything like 95% perfect for sort of style.

[@Richard-Allen]

Good to see it still going!

[@barrysims9906]

I had a 78 cutlas Salon same color. Broight back some memories ThNx

[@MesserschmittReaver]

It looks like a couple of cheetahs were having a fight inside the car

[@lukeeagles1756]

Wow, from Atlantic Canada, drove long haul from 2012-2020 and I seen that thing four times on the interstate. So great.

[@chumbawaumbacumpa]

This thing reminds me of Uncle Buck’s Merc Marquis. Mint!!! 👌

[@jimmycarter9099]

Hope it runs happy for you 😊 you seem proud and that’s all that matters I came of the streets when I was a kid didn’t have nothing . Now I am blessed ready to retire . God bless love you brother.

[@chrissanders2562]

I love it. Love that car. So glad you're saving it. I drive an 84 Lincoln town car.

[@a_s10_blazer]

I absolutely love that your gonna keep this thing around. Also would absolutely love to see this thing get drivin across country going everywhere. Valve job if he did valve seats can most definitely cause the smoke issue if they didn't get seated in properly.

[@PigEqualsBakon]

I really love seeing these complete buckets rolling around

[@CKGM990]

Happy to see and hear from you John! Been outta the loop since my FB got hacked nearly a year ago. This is Olivier Chamberlin BTW. Of course you of all people you aquired the Chicago Cutlass!

[@willsonboi]

I love your thinking!

[@DaewooFestiva23]

that rust is what gives it its character and what makes it unique. Glad your keeping it the way it is.

[@DeadReckon]

Just get her structurally sound as you can and preserve it. Derek Vice Grip Garage got the Independence Chevelle half way solid.with some crafty welding and sketchy patchwork.

[@ibm_businessman6033]

Hell yea man! PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, REACH OUT/SET UP A COMMUNITY FUND OF SOME KIND FOR THE CARS REPAIR

[@Wayhot440]

I dig the Buick Century hubcaps !

[@sandasturner9529]

It's so clapped out that its hilarious 😆

[@freddyhollingsworth5945]

once in a life time car. world famous!!!

[@declanm5088]

This makes me so happy to know it still exists!

[@elfalcon666]

Keep this beautiful machine running❤

[@theoneandonly2421]

Im not familiar with its history, but I sure love it. Glad your trying to save it. Best of luck for this cars new career as a model. Awesome video!!

[@Nick_B_Bad]

My brother has our grandpa’s 78 Citlass he bought brand new. It’s that same light blue / white vinyl top. But now it’s sporting a blown 406 sbc.

[@ChevyBoiiJD]

Must be bad then

[@darrininverarity4297]

It should be put in the Smithsonian museum of American history 🇺🇸

[@dval59valletta79]

I love how so many people know the car. Get it running and drive it til the wheels fall off

[@scxpz666]

the patina on that thing is mint put a massive small block chev in it

[@briankeenan4901]

I worked at Chevrolet with a bunch of mechanics. My 77 Grand Prix had door problems in the 80's. Turns out all those doors were so heavy that it wore out the hinge Bushings and they needed replacement. I don't know where you'll find them. They were getting scarce from the dealerships parts dept in the 80s. Good Luck

[@southerncarslimited7733]

Love it!

[@FBImurderedMLK]

You’re so lucky for having the opportunity to buy this. I love what you said about it being a testimony to gm reliability and a part of its history. So happy to hear your plans are to keep it original. I hope one day I can see this thing on the road or at a car show. And hey! Maybe one day it will be for sale! Keep the history alive ❤️

[@moth450]

I had a 1980. Unique model. I have automatic on floor with bucket seats. Vinyl seats. 1st car. Well, you won't have to worry about someone stealing it

[@mtvjackass74]

I had a 84 cutlass back when I lived in waukegan, it was rough back in 1997, got rid of it back in 05, big ole rust bucket!!!!

[@paulb4uk]

Cool car a true survivor .

[@mlp8500]

Gotta take it to the router 66 show in the ends of August.. I’ll b there love to c ur cutlass.. I’m part of chi town classics car club a member of the club has 1 like it in silver..🤙🏼

[@Altair9787]

that's awesome dude, you're right to preserve it that way, I hope you keep it running and rusting for years

[@DigitalForged]

How awesome for a vehicle still kicking after all these harsh years.

[@Justhings332]

If the millennium falcon was a car, this would be the one

[@realkilju]

Thank god there’s no annual inspection there

[@thebigworldofnz]

This is the coolest thing ever.

[@jb007gd]

What an amazing vehicle! I'm fascinated by the driver's seat and the supporting tire. What exactly is keeping the seat from falling through the cabin?

[@Jvak1999]

We have a mint green 74 ford ltd that’s been running around town since my grandpa was in his 20s. Still going