UGLY Delete - Building a Classic 300i Style Front End Pt.1 - 1956 Chrysler Windsor Muscle Car

In this episode the Nick pays tribute to the Chrysler 300 by laying out a new front end design for this one of a kind 1956 Chrysler Windsor Muscle Car.
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[@runeandersen1241]

Drivers side NO doubt - The drawing is awesome 👍

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thank you so much 😀

[@331Toy]

Im liking your thinking. Why not go a little wider on the grilles? A couple more inches and they would look a little less boxy/square.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

I agree! At this point she was looking a little Volvo-ish. Thanks for watching!!

[@kwikslvr73]

drivers side for sure....makes the front look lower and wider

[@user-he5ql4hp7b]

back bumper and tail lights looks killer! really cool.

[@nealsidor1323]

The bumper flip works great with a little nip & tuck. As for the grill opening, longer, lower, wider. Just like the advertisement introducing "The Forward Look" back in the day...👍🏁

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Jay Leno always uses that tag line when presenting his Chrysler :D As for this grill, yes, changes are indeed in the works. Thanks for your feedback Neal!

[@graemecraddock8846]

to me a british guy, a muscle car should be a big engine and a slimmed out , no frills body. Like a ripped gym dude!!

[@user-fw9se3gn1b]

Right side boss…Bumper looks great. You have the eye for shape and form. Wonderful.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks!

[@shenpensenge]

Awesome work, the grill reminds me on the Volvo P120.

[@bigbird2100]

Yeah probably has some Swedish DNA

[@charlesbutler4755]

the driver's side definitely Nick the cameras off sides it's looking 2 or 3 inches short in the width the height is perfect. as for the rear bumper cut it at molding line a quarter inch under the molding line and tuk-n-roll the end cap, cut the top to match the molding line on the backside to match your the fender line nick , tuck the tag underneath the bumper .

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

I'll have a look at that when I get back to the shop. Thanks for watching Charles!

[@patrickchristie82]

Love your process and the way you take inspiration from other cars and queues from the original. Flipping the bumper worked out nicely. I look forward to seeing the brake duct design

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Cool, thanks!!

[@user-lw7mw1cj5k]

My vote: I like the smaller openings on the front end. The flipped bumper with the proposed restyling will look better. You are moving the tank this car was to a jeep making it more sporty. On the rear I do like the slimmed down look. Ditching all the bumper guards and trimming it to fit better. Tucking both bumpers into the car profile will go a long ways to making the car look smoother. I owned a 46 Dodge sedan once as a kid. We lowered the car cleaned off most of the stainless and bumper guards and generally made it look smother. It still had the fluid drive flathead six power-plant and drove like a tank. But hey we could fit a bunch of guys in it for the Drive In. Still old Chryslers were huge boats. You've put this one on an extreme diet which is an improvement. This is shaping up to becoming quite a unique vehicle.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks for taking the time to share your insights. Also, really nice hearing about what you did back in the day! Cheers!

[@shotsrodder]

I’m liking what I see 😎

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Great!

[@nathanieladams7624]

I like that idea and it’s looking more like a 300. It also looks kinda like a Pontiac. That center beak pillar was Pontiac’s brand style for quite a while.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

I guess manufacturers borrowed from each other over the years. Always loved the Pontiac brand!

[@Telephony954]

Well, this should be interesting. I can't imagine, which direction to go. But I know you can, I have faith. Be well.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Things are gonna get exciting in Part 2 of the grill fabrication. Thanks for watching!!

[@warrencahill9673]

Hi Nick,when i was a young lad i had a custom 56 chrysler convt and i smothed the rear bumper and frenched the plate into the trunk lid with the gas filler behind the tail lite and it looked really good,and very custom.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Love the gas filler behind the tail light concept, very cool! Thanks for sharing Warren!!

[@joewolf4483]

I'm likin it ... that bent bumber looks like a jacking mark ... kinda looks like salt flat concept ... corn picker stude ... I kinda perfer the smoother look in the back ... looking forward to more ...

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks Joe!

[@dougstout3663]

When I first saw that bumper I thought it would look a lot better flipped over.

[@lawrenceessard4086]

Drivers side grill looks best.😊😊

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

I think so too!

[@ronriley952]

I hope the treatment shown at the beginning of this video is what you do. The wider openings look much better and (along with the turn signals/running lights) reduce the open area between the grill and the headlights. I'm enjoying this series immensely and don't understand why you don't have 10 times the subscribers. Metal work has fascinated me for years and it is an education to watch you work. Thanks!

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Yup, however, in part 2 I'll be making a few slight changes. I'm sure you'll approve when you see them. And thanks for supporting my channel!

[@grantberecry]

Love the 300 idea and the driver's side grill looks better and as you said wait a while and think on it some more. Cheers from grant

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks Grant!

[@charleschastain4228]

Right side. Car looks great

[@kaddleman4294]

Coming together as always. Driver's side Bimmer kidney and definitely back plate under the bumper and recessed. Big improvement on front bumper size and shape. Look forward to next episode.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks!!

[@daveross1004]

I like the passenger side grill but it's hard to tell without being able to stand back and view it head on. Cheers Nick and keep them coming. I'm loving seeing the progress.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks, Will do! I'll also get the camera back further when we get into part 2.

[@ronaldfarmer1208]

Its a good look !

[@johnbergen9663]

My grandfather had two Chrysler New Yorkers, I believe 1953 and 1959. I think the earlier car was dark green the later I know was gunmetal grey! I recall the huge fins and interior of the ‘59 and the cool clear dome over the speedometer. What an enormous beast! I think it had 392 hemi but I’m not sure. Definitely had push button transmission; probably Torqueflite?

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Hi John! Very cool! Those electroluminescent speedometers were really something else! I think that would have been a 60. 59's had 'the face'

[@alastairgillis5717]

My grill vote - passenger side shape with dimensions of drivers side. I find drivers side shape droopy looking. Great work!

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks for your input Alastair!

[@johnbergen9663]

Great concept for the grill redesign!

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks! 👍

[@slowjoe]

Like your changes .it will look a lot better.

[@fixinstuff9662]

I love your intro! 👍👍

[@vetteguru5722]

Ditto

[@harryvanniekerk7269]

The driver side for the grill. The rest I leave to your sense of shape. 😃

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Hi Harry, thanks for your input and support!

[@masterofnothingfabrication]

Beautiful

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thank you very much. Things will look different again once we get some metal shaped up.

[@gregjobson4844]

I like the look Nick, the small openings look better and tuck the headlights back a bit for better proportions, on the rear number plate below and streamline the bottom of the end section. Cheers Greg

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Hi Greg, Thanks !!

[@bobbybean05]

Love the vison and work , very similar styling to a 1960 Volvo 122S. Keep up the great work.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Glad you like it!

[@johnbergen9663]

I like the stock shape of the rear bumper corners and just revise the bumperettes. Relocate license plate as you’ve proposed.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@raynyhus2026]

Shorter and wider on the grill, definitely.

[@bigbird2100]

Great video 👍 The cut opening hole profile reminds me of a UK ford zephyr,consel😊

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Interesting!

[@gordon6029]

Clean the whole top off of the back bumper. Front end, I’m with you, the shorter one.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Cool!

[@poppafiveone]

Clean off the top of the bumper and place the plate below like you're considering. Bring it forward from the 50's.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks for your input!

[@morgansword]

I think it takes a good minute for people to absorb the word "soon" as you and I know soon is only a word in the dictionary helping others know of what we say. Maybe hand language has its merit's. Dad told me to shut my mouth, open my ears as how can you hear what someone is saying if your broadcasting B.S. , and for the longest time I never understood that meaning. Of course the drivers side is much cleaner and has a better look to this vehicle. Looking forwards as aways Nick for your next installment of this great build

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks for checking out the build Morgan. I hope all is well and you're on the mend! Take care of yourself.

[@eldonhalliburton4766]

New here Awesome I think I’ll be binging on some videos 👏

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks for the SUB! I appreciate the support!!

[@johnbergen9663]

I prefer the drivers side grille opening shape too!

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@keithdeceault9851]

Actually the right side to where you were standing at the end of the video. I think It will flow better.

[@rodrocket8216]

Rear number plate should go under the bumber.

[@johnmahoney2178]

The driver side looks the best!💯✊👍

[@patrickorr813]

I am not familiar with American cars of this era I like the head light bezel but personally would like to see it set back slightly, so it doesn't protrude so far forward. One of the other comments suggested to widen the grill opening a few more inches I also think that would enhance the overall look. I usually don't comment on this program but since you asked for opinions here is mine.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Hi Patrick, I really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. Yes, at this point in time of filming the grill openings were still a little too narrow. Stay tuned for part 2.

[@rodransome3783]

Drivers side,definitely.

[@dennisbjones]

Driver's side but I prefer the indicators/markers round (or the same shape as the headlight surrounds).

[@williamhunt689]

Rear number plate could go on the boot itself. Set in and lit

[@SeansNewWorld]

I'm liking the driver's side but think it needs to be about two inches wider. Also if you aren't going to use the grill surround it would be perfect on my Kustom '59 F100. Keep up the amazing work 👍

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

You sure, as it is busted? Till we're done with the car I think I'm going to hang onto it... might end up going back lol!

[@SeansNewWorld]

@@iNVisionPrototypes that doesn't matter if it is broken I'll make it work. Just keep me in mind for later on

[@joescully566]

Yes the wider grill if you go with a left n right twin grill, but if it were a one piece central grill the taller grill styles would be better. But either way it's gonna be very good Nick, another great vid Nick, Joe 🖐👍🏻

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts! By the way, how's your new wheel?

[@joescully566]

@iNVisionPrototypes funnily enough I used it for the first time yesterday!! Ot great to use it but it was pulling to one side. So it might have been too tight or I might need to adjust the wheel fitment? All part of the learning process, but I really need it for my rear valance to be completed, All good but not great....yet😁

[@lawrencehalpin6611]

Thank you for putting this up for us to enjoy your work. God bless yous.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thank you for watching!!

[@78dwk]

looking much better Nick, I like the smaller opening in the grill, really like the flip tuck bumper, way better, not sure on the back its an ugly duck back there, I no when you get done it will be nice,Godbless

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

I'll try my best. Thanks for your kind words of support!

[@woody6750]

drivers side gives the car a streamed lined look looks more proportional

[@lasalleman6792]

Looks very good!

[@brandonpreatto6893]

The driver side looks original.

[@francisrizzo1529]

While I'm not a fan of the extended "catfish mouth" grill surround, I do prefer the unbroken horizontal bars of the Windsor grill over the 300 grill, same with the '61 Newport grill over the 300 grill. I'm sure this will turn out great since you guys are pros, I just hope it doesn't evoke alot of "what's wrong with the front end of your 300?" questions...

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

👍

[@johnathangoldsworthy]

if you can get the indicator or turn signal light body you can 3d print the lense or there are companys that will do it for you if you have the other side as a template they might even do do both sides so the plastic matches colour wise

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

I have a 3D printed and created bezels/lenses/bezels for a few builds(including the 40 Ford Hardtop Coupe) we've done. Really cool tool! With the 56, just wanted to redesign the front fascia. lol!

[@faroironandcustoms6577]

Nice!!! Looking forward to how you form the opening. I've been thinking about doing a split oval for my 74 VW. Not the easiest section to find and super spendy to buy the weld in ones. Besides if I swipe a credit card, I have learned nothing. As always love the insight into the steps it takes to make it happen.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

You think the same way I do...Go for it! Thanks for the thumbs up.

[@keithdeceault9851]

Drivers side for sure

[@SamCanada1]

👍😊

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Have a great Canada Day long weekend Sam!

[@pauldoucher1833]

I think the left side grill opening is better, however I would make it a shade longer and a little narrower. On the rear, if using that bumper definitely license plate cut bottom half of the bumper. That front bumper might even look better on the back. if using the front bumper on the front I would eliminate the license plate area on the front bumper, maybe even mock up like a 1967-68 Camaro front bumper

[@mr.morelock]

Just subscribed, I'm REALLY interested in how you go about this. I'm lining my ducks in a row to 'modernize' my '56 Imperial (gasps of horror, clutching of pearls, etc.) I was wondering if you have just dismissed the idea of using the old Imperial grills, or even used them for comparison/set up. Definitely get rid of the bulges in the bumpers, but keep in mind how long the car is behind the rear axle.. you'll lose the low plate on a shorter transition, like a driveway. I plan on frenching it into the trunk lid.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks for the SUB Mr. M!! Really appreciate that. And there's nothing wrong with 'modernizing' your Imperial. At the end of the day it'll make it for a more interesting driving experience. Look forward to hearing more about it and seeing some pictures([e-mail]) Thank you!!

[@tho4747]

The drivers side grill looks the best. Please dont cut the rear, it looks so great.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks Tho!!

[@user-he5ql4hp7b]

cant say im a huge fan of the split grill. single wide grill, more like the 57 in my opinion would be slick.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@clausschuster470]

anybody have an opinion on why this guy does not get as many views and subscribers as other utube hacks?

[@user-cz1jr1mq9k]

Driver's side but add 2-3 inches in length

[@raykreuger7724]

Look at a 48 Cadillac rear bumper for some inspiration

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

It's interesting to see how closely they resemble each other. Thanks!!

[@jimb1845]

driver's side is it

[@GregoryBamber]

Just me but I'd do it with the wide gap to the bottom.

[@joeschlotthauer840]

18:00, what about a first gen Camaro bumper?

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Didn't think of that. Interesting idea. I've got an old one on the shelf out back. Will take a look at it... might have to back up a little. Thanks for watching!

[@butziporsche8646]

Hi Nick

[@blue89irocz28]

Driver's side

[@RAZER1RR]

Driver side looks much better.

[@paulmcmain1760]

I like the 300 style grille better than the Windsor

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

The 300 looks more sporty to me as well.

[@pederbenjaminsson4853]

👌👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@johnbergen9663]

How about installing classic cibie style driving lights at the turn signal locations that double as turn signals?

[@davidsolloway9349]

like 87 !

[@rival9417]

The front of your bonnet/hood is pushed in..thats whats causing your gaps to go off..maybe it was dropped or minor collision damage in the past

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks! I'll have another look at the hood. Front left fender definitely got pushed in so we need to work that out as well.

[@rival9417]

@@iNVisionPrototypes and the bonnet looks like it's more the right side of the front..35 years at crash repairs im used to spotting the damage😄could just be from it being stored,you are one of very few people I've noticed storing a hood properly, on its side,,its always a pleasure to watch your work,you and your dad are 2 very skilled craftsmen at metal shaping,

[@leetelford9768]

Driver side

[@poppafiveone]

Driver's side.

[@louisesamchapman6428]

Dr's Side has a Little more 'Golden Ratio' to it ...better ! The original cars had far too much going on...paint it black !

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

You're familiar with the Golden Ratio? Not too many are. Very cool! Learned about it when studying Industrial Design back when I had much less grey hair. Thanks for watching!!

[@ronaldlingle8766]

I always wondered why they didn't make a letter i... car.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Chrysler didn't want the 'i' to be confused with a "1"

[@harrystocks7049]

grills need to be a wider and a liitle shorter.

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Thanks for the input!

[@66balsam]

Lower, wider grill Openings

[@iNVisionPrototypes]

Will do!

[@frankxerri1564]

I like the driver’s side better

[@MrRotaryrockets]

Drivers side ..the smaller one..

[@MrAw1950]

Definitely the driver side . The pass side is to fat .

[@ronaldlingle8766]

Driver side much better.

[@rickey5353]

Don't stay married to the 300 dogma. Jump way outside.

[@rickey5353]

Maybe, think DeSoto.