Will it run? A 1961 Newport sitting behind a building for years!

This car is a great example of the style of the end of the Chrysler fin era, and is our 50th will it run/will it start video. Curves everywhere, a spaceship dash, and canted headlights up front. It is an incredible old car, but will it run? What will it looklike cleaned up? You will love the before and after of this amazing old car. Next week we tour a Tri-Five graveyard. Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss it.
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[@gavinrewell9703]

The level of enthusiasm Richard has for this car - should have been a Chrysler sales rep back in ‘61! Well done on 50. Love your work Richard and Christine.

[@whattherust]

Thanks Gavin. I think I would have sold a lot of these!

[@clevelandmaker386]

​@@whattherustnow you cooking with gas.... I've been looking for those years 57-61.... Scoop it up .... they're getting ex...pen ..sive!!!.....the nicest one is in Coronado for 43 My lotto car is 59 DeSoto fireflight...!!

[@tombob671]

Congratulations kids on your 50th. As an old (76) guy I live vicariously in your videos, as I cannot turn wrenches anymore

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you! We appreciate you joining us on our adventures ❤

[@friguy4444]

Old Chrysler's AWESOME!! 1961 is an incredible year too. 413CI with 350 HP BUT 470 FT LBS TORQUE!! Wow!! That's no joke.

[@user-rc5zb9qv3z]

Chrysler Corp made some gorgeous looking cars starting in 1957 and through the early 1960's. Unfortunately, it's not likely we'll ever see anything as beautiful again. I consider myself fortunate to have been old enough at the time to have experienced such spectacular looking vehicles.

[@christinarust6957]

I 💯 agree! Thanks for watching we appreciate it 🙏

[@bigbill709]

One of my Uncles was a huge Chrysler fan he always owned one.

[@curbozerboomer1773]

What size is this engine? A 361...or 413?

[@ahkiv6127]

Gorgeous?!! Are you crazy? Chrysler is known for building the most horrible looking cars ever!!!

[@williamcole464]

That car looked like a Battleship on camera. It's hard to belive that that was a typical American car at one time. I'm 75 years old, and have a 87 Dodge Diplomat, AHB car I got back to active duty. It is my daily driver, and I love it.

[@xcalibre222]

Nice! That car is begging for a full restore. Great Classic. Thanks for the Vids!

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you and agree it would be amazing restored!

[@Irish_For_Life1842]

Amen

[@rosendogarcia1146]

A person like you preserving vintage metal and your desire making them run again,awesome keep on👍👍💪🚘

[@johnnyh409]

When I was a kid a neighbor across the street had a 61 in Beige over copper! I was in love with that car!

[@christinarust6957]

Sounds like a beautiful color combination!

[@66skate]

I'm really liking this one since I had a 61 Newport wagon when I was 17. I got it after the 65 Newport I had got totaled in a drunk driving accident. That 61 was really special to me.

[@whattherust]

I agree. The 61s are amazing.

[@axmanmichaellacountmichiga8606]

I believe that the driver's side seat is taller because men usually drove the cars back in the 60s and the ladies usually sat in the passenger seat. Happy 50th Revival

[@christinarust6957]

That's what I thought as well. Thanks for watching much appreciated!

[@JanitBianic]

For the manly man to appear taller as well? You know, just “Taking care of” The Little Woman

[@danobrien3109]

Congratulations on your 50th car revival, this year is our 50 th wedding anniversary. This is a beautiful car and I was so happy to see it start. Chris there is an old saying “ just cause it smokes, don’t mean it’s broke “. The more that car runs the better it’s going to get. Have to thank you guys for saving these great pieces of automotive history.👍👍🇨🇦

[@whattherust]

Your welcome Dan. This one was a lot of fun.

[@jerrywagner4690]

Virgil Exner before he went insane,he made some beautiful cars.

[@christinarust6957]

Wow, didn't know that. Appreciate you watching and sharing 😊

[@beaterville]

Wow, so love you saving these 60s Chryslers. Back in the 70's , drove a 1960 and 61 Windsor and the 61 was a Newport. Both 2 dr hardtop. And parking brakes are on the driveline. Another cool feature is the turnsignal switch is on the dash and matches the heatercontol lever! Once again great channel,,,

[@deepfreezevideo]

How perfect that you chose a candidate from the golden era of Chrysler for your fiftieth!

[@scottjones1497]

You’re welcome and congratulations. Richard sure knows his curve’s doesn’t he, even on cars. 😊

[@debbiebermudez5890]

Mr. B. Here ! 🍩☕️😎👀. Congratulations ! As a kid I saw them new most of the cars of the late 50’s & 60’s were art work on wheels ! And one thing I have been given hell for , witch using the word pride of ownership’s & class , 🎩🎩 . Why is it so wrong to be proud of your hard & showing off a bit ? Pretty cool to see one in one pice, nice job ! 👍👍👍👍

[@christinarust6957]

I 💯 agree! They are works of art. That's why I love going to old junkyards. To me it's the same as visiting a museum. As always, we appreciate you 🙏😊😊 😊😊😊😊😊

[@debbiebermudez5890]

@@christinarust6957 Mr. B. Here ! I have too many toys now but if the Mrs. Would not shoot me the red one 2 door would be next ! LOL ! You guys should see about working the owner get them running ( ALL ) 👍👍👍👍

[@christinarust6957]

Unfortunately, the black 61 is the only one that still has an engine.

[@debbiebermudez5890]

@@christinarust6957 That ok ! The body should get a Hemi and all the up dates possible ! Make sleepers out of them ! 👍🎩🍸

[@vayabroder729]

@@debbiebermudez5890Dylan McCool would have a blast with that one in his channel.

[@66skate]

That front seat was used for a few years across most Chrysler models. It was called the "High Tower" seat. " Imperial featured the new “High-Tower” seat with the driver-side back individually contoured and raised above of the rest of the front seat for increased driver comfort and shoulder support".

[@whattherust]

That is great info! Thank you.

[@SpockvsMcCoy]

The asymmetrical design of the front bench seat was an Exner styling touch used to emphasize the driver's seating position. However, it was considered too funky for the rest of the automotive industry and Chrysler Corporation stopped using it. The 1961 Newport was the defacto replacement for the DeSoto which abruptly ended soon after. The Chrysler Division avoided a smaller car at that time...but had been moving downmarket since the shorter wheelbase and Dodge based 1958 Windsor.

[@ronaldvanhorn9558]

Number 50. Magnificent effort! You are having all the fun! woo Hoo ! We are having a blast watching you all!

[@whattherust]

It is fun for sure. Thanks for the support!

[@user-ro8cz4hn4w]

Nice there is a 1956 stude president there sure would be nice to see that started

[@christinarust6957]

It was cool! There wasn't an engine:-( Thanks for watching!

[@rubenmorales6486]

Another one for the books! Love all your content,keep up the great work!!!

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you we appreciate it 🙏

[@user-eg3yv3xr7s]

This poor old car is going to need a LOT of work, but it has sooo many possibilities !!!!

[@christinarust6957]

It does! It's a beautiful car! Thanks for watching we appreciate it 🙏

[@user-ro8cz4hn4w]

Nice. There is a 1956 stude president there it sure would be nice to see that running

[@erictate8986]

What The Rust ,Richard and Christina Friends Congratulations on your 50th because, you both are awesome and Beautiful 1961 4door Chrysler Newport car, because she's Worth saving 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸😃😃💪💪💪👍👍👍👍🥂🥂🎊🎊🎊🚗🚗

[@whattherust]

Thanks very much, Eric. I agree, this car needs to be back on the road. I can envision what it would be as a daily driver. Super cool.

[@garyalleccia2793]

Great job! That is one rare Chrysler and Factory AC too. I can assure you from what I see in the video that is the original AC compressor that came with that car from the factory! It looks like everything under that hood is original. Very cool. Another success for your 50th. Congrats

[@whattherust]

Thanks Gary. The factory AC on both cars really surprised me.

[@garyalleccia2793]

@@whattherust The originality surprised me. I dont see any replacements or remans on the accessory drive.

[@douglasmesina6922]

Congrats on your 50th. Cool car. That bumper is like that because the license plate hides the fuel filler. I'm just thinking.

[@26NJ]

Happy 50th Keep the videos coming, your a great team

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you! We appreciate you 🙏

[@kentrieger4160]

Happy 50th!!! Love your videos, keep them coming.

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you! We appreciate you watching.

[@kevinfiebelkorn4715]

Beautiful car from an era that I remember well, when cars had flash and flair and you could easily tell them apart. My favorite thing about your channel (and your brother's) is that you do amazing work with just the tools an average guy would have at home.Congratulations on #50 and hoping for hundreds more.

[@whattherust]

Thanks for the nice comment, Kevin. More rescues are on the way!

[@dougsilva8603]

Congratulations on your 50th Richard and Christina I can't believe the beautiful work you two do 😊

[@christinarust6957]

❤ thank you Doug. We appreciate you 🙏

[@dougsilva8603]

@@christinarust6957 your very welcome please have a nice day now

[@daspencer4537]

Congrats on 50! What a beautiful old car! Definitely need to try to start the black one too. Here's to the next 50! 🥂

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you!

[@oliverw3646]

Dash mounted mirrors are so classy

[@One-Crazy-Cat]

I’ve had a few New Yorkers. Always wanted one these.

[@kirk467]

Richard is a movie star now, lol 😂! Looks pretty sharp now guys! 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@user-ji7xi4sh6q]

Congratulations Richard and Christina on your 50th. !!!

[@anthonyblacker8471]

That is a good looking car.. the curves, the fins.. so gorgeous!

[@robertgorman5622]

I truly love you both you never give up Richard you're determination is incredible

[@whattherust]

Thank you, Robert. This one was a walk in the park compared to some others.

[@LDCoronel1]

I've been enjoying the revivals as well and hoping for thousands more to come 👍🏻 Congrats on those 50 Richard and Christina 🎇🎇🎇

[@christinarust6957]

Thanks so much❤

[@carlbernard4197]

Too bad I didn't have 3k available 😪. That is a nice car 😂😊

[@glennhilton4567]

Brilliant good luck for future 😊

[@davida.p.9911]

Chrysler definitely had the lock on style back then. Starting in the late 50s, they began a design called "The Forward Look" and it was designed to represent the future, so every car and truck had a very futuristic look and style to it. Very space age oriented...and of course it was the beginning of our space program with NASA. Jets and rockets were all the rage. This Newport certainly embodies that design for sure! Im assuming this one doesn't have the Hemi, but you could get a Hemi if you wanted it. The Letter Cars were most famous for having Hemis and they raced in NASCAR. Very cool car!!! Thank you for sharing, Richard and Christina!! Excellent job!! 👍

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you David. Agree 💯 you can definitely see the futuristic look on this one especially with the dome behind the wheel and lots of buttons. It definitely looked like a space ship control panel.

[@billharris3385]

That's should be a 413. Not as famous as the hemi but still a good engine with plenty of power.

[@chipieal]

The advertisement hacks in 1957 (the first year The Forward Look) used the tag line "suddenly its '60"

[@bradduczek6981]

I had a /62 when I was a young teen.... friends and I drove it around the paths of our farm...... love the dash ....loved that car...

[@dh2360]

love the Chrysler, Plymouth, Dodge 4 door sedans. They make great cars on the road.

[@locotrucker46]

Me and that car were born in the same year. 1961. Awesome.

[@jsimmonstx]

I use steel braided hose instead of the plastic tubing that comes with oil pressure gauges. It gives you the heat-resistance of copper tubing, along with the flexibility of plastic tubing.

[@Alexander001ist]

I love is it hammer time-you guys got it running again!!

[@jonoffensend7519]

I couldn’t help but think when I saw those headlights this car would be serious competition for “ Christine” 🤗🎩

[@whattherust]

Exactly!

[@jimmiebrown5014]

Now that's what you call blowing the soot out of it 😊

[@misterwhipple2870]

Meet George Jetson! His boy Elroy! His daughter Judy! Jane, his wife! Ding ding ding ding ding ding ding ding ding ding ding ding ding . . . Man, I loved those Astrodome Mopars!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@klapaucius77]

Sleeping beauty just needed a kiss from Richard ❤😂

[@fredbrooks6488]

Glad to see the two of you out and about.

[@1977jed]

So AWESOME! I hope she sees the road again! Your rarely see the 61 Chryslers at shows etc.... Im currently restoring my Dads 1961 NewYorker two door hard top.... Keep up the great work you two! Also happy to see you back on your feet RIchard!

[@whattherust]

Thanks! Good luck with the New Yorker.

[@locotrucker46]

Richard is so amazing at fixing these old cars and bringing them back to life. I love it.

[@brucemelton4983]

Hey guys. Congratulations on the big Five 0!! I've been a fan of your channel since the beginning and seen it grow into the wonderful thing it is today. Your content has always been entertaining , down to earth and always fun. Content aside , it is the both of you that make it , you are awesome. Much love from Kiwi land . Bruce and family xx

[@christinarust6957]

Such a lovely comment ❤️ Thank you, we appreciate you watching. Take care.

[@mylesross5712]

Great color combination. Hopefully someone gives this car some TLC. It’s a beauty!

[@PapiDoesIt]

I like the tip about filling a hose up with fluid instead of pouring or spraying it into the spark plug hole directly. Why didn't I think of that?

[@jimmiebrown5014]

Congratulations on your 50th Will it run Love you guys like watching you

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you ❤

[@andywalliams]

Well done on you 50th will it run! Richard and Christina, hopefully there will be plenty more. The old cars are just so much nicer and better built than the new cars of today, they are stylish, these days, they have just lost imagination and concentrate on functionality. I just love things for years gone by, everything is plastic now and all the cars look alike.

[@christinarust6957]

So true Andy! Agree 💯! Thanks for watching ❤

[@j.b.a.124]

Congrats on the 50th episode. Great video as always. Cheers from California.

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you ❤

[@BrodieBr0]

Congrats on your 50th video you guys! Thanks for what you both do in going around helping others to get their old rides going again. Here's to many, many more videos! 35:07 Oh, and Richard is 100% spot on about nylon/plastic oil pressure lines. I had a friend that had one of those explode just behind the quage on the dash while driving on the highway. He got burnt from hot oil spraying on his legs! God bless you guys, and good luck to the owner of that Newports. Someone will want them gems for sure!

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you ❤ We appreciate you watching. What a horrible thing to have happened to your friend. I can definitely understand how unsafe those were.

[@floridarusticrepairs]

Nothing beats those finned Chrysler cars. The gauge cluster was called AstraDome. Great video.

[@whattherust]

You know the car is cool when even the dash has a special name.

[@curbozerboomer1773]

Chrysler featured an entirely "Back -lit" instrument panel, including that rather alien-looking dome. I pulled up behind one of these cars, many years ago, at night, in downtown Seattle. The intense glow from the blue/green instrument panel, was casting its colors outside, onto the pavement and sidewalks!...That car looked so very "space age", which was exactly what the American public was attracted to during the late 1950s, early 1960s. Cars of today are more reliable, much more safe, etc. But this type of "out there" styling we will never see again. I miss it so much! (forgive me, I am a Boomer!).

[@whattherust]

I agree, I miss it as well.

[@geralderdek282]

Virgel exner once described the 62s as plucked chickens for their lack of tail fins!😊

[@stephenhochmuth8803]

Congratulations on your 50th showing. Enjoy your challenges very much. Keep it up.

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you!

[@samzotos]

you guys seem so genuine and happy about what you do!

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you ❤ We do have fun.

[@bigbill709]

Good shape for the shape it's in.

[@derrickmazur3703]

Congrats on #50 Richard and Christina. You two are great! What a stylish car.

[@whattherust]

Thank you for the nice comment, Derrick. More videos coming!

[@bigbill709]

Congratulations on your 50th video 🎉

[@stevehenri4719]

Congratulations on your 50TH way to go! It couldn't of happened to a nicer couple! Love you guys !

[@kirk467]

Get the black car running and see if it drives! Thanks for sharing! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻👌🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@whattherust]

Right on!

[@robertgorman5622]

I loved the dog 🐶🐕

[@gabriel.954]

Congrats on your 50th video!

[@richarddavis5542]

My parents bought a 61 Newport wagon brand new. I grew up with that car.

[@66skate]

I had a 61 Newport wagon back in 1967.

[@christinarust6957]

Oh wow! I bet that was a beauty! I really love wagons from the 50's to mid 60's. Thanks for watching ❤

[@tedstantz1185]

Control yourself Richard….it is an awesome looking ride!👍

[@lancepearson4035]

Congrats on 50 "will it run's" that's an awesome achievement - bring on 100!

[@whattherust]

More are on the way!

[@josephmacbride9799]

A favorite model. Just beautiful.

[@whattherust]

100% agree.

[@rickloera9468]

Ny parents had the one like the red 62 that they moved out of the way to get the 61 out. This one has factory A/C, ours did not, but ours had a remote drivers side mirror, electric clock, and day and night mirror, which this one does not have. The front seat is a 40/60 command chair sest where the drivers seat is higher than the passenger side. Whatbis really amazing here is the dash pad with no cracks. My dad bought our 63 in May 1962, and by 1968, the dash had multiple cracks in it. For the most part, it was garage kept. One really neat feature in 1962 was the gear reduction starter. That had an amazing sound when starting the car. I hope someone buys it and restores it. It definitely deserves it. The price is super low, so I hope it doesn't end up as a derby car.

[@senatorjimdracula1603]

Beautiful car! It definitely deserves a full restoration. I'd like to see you go back and save the black one, too (sorry Christina LOL)!

[@johncornell3665]

Congrats, thanks for video!

[@christinarust6957]

Thanks John!

[@jeffrowlette]

Gorgeous car 👍

[@davidnelson95]

When I was about eleven my dad had a 61 two door white with red interior it was a beautiful car

[@christinarust6957]

White and red, definitely a beautiful color combo❤ Thanks for watching much appreciated!

[@spencerjones635]

Congratulations on your 50th revival. Many more to save.

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you!

[@steveburn8125]

Another entertaining and informative video, a very worthy 50th episode! I love the enthusiasm you show for cars like this, I (and I’m sure many viewers) enthuse with you, great job from you both 😊❤

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you❤

[@rogercamp6071]

In the early seventies my grandma's neighbors had a '61 Chrysler in that same powder blue color, I think it may have been a Newport, also my first grade teacher owned a white over black '62 Newport with a red interior.

[@markboyce1001]

Been spending the last few hours catching up to all your videos, you guys are amazing, I did this back in the 80’s but was financing it myself, ran out of money , we did not have the internet like we do now, like working on others more than my own, learn a lot from the 2 of you, at 63 years old, just keep watching you guys, along with a 2 others I watch, keep up with the excellent job, I am a big fan.

[@rodztorations5869]

Congratulations on 50. I think I have seen them all. This Chrysler is gonna be sweet!! 0:40

[@whattherust]

We appreciate your support very much.

[@sonnywhyte3010]

Congrats to you both!

[@Jstme303]

A few Chryslers there and congrats

[@Irish_For_Life1842]

I was so interested on this video as soon as I saw the headlights!!! As you went through the car I would see its metal is good enough to be able to fix the car. The trim work looked complete. One critical lever is missing. The springs were there. Mirror and lights were there. Unless I missed it there was no attempts to shift the transmission. That is a HUGE piece in that car. The engine run really well considering everything and should be great to restore. Another thing that people often look for is the broadcast sheet. It would let you know more than even the vin provides. I sure want someone to get that car restored and in a car collection or museum. I am physically done and I too live vicariously through shows online now. When I want to dream I can watch auctions of collector cars. TYTYTYTY for your effort to save this glorious car. I pray this car is saved!!

[@whattherust]

I agree, the car has a lot going for it. I am sure it will be saved. It is just a matter of finding the right person. The trans is junk. We didn't bother with it, since the pan was off.

[@Irish_For_Life1842]

Did the other one have the same trans that could be used? Maybe the inside parts of the second one could be used to rebuild of the #'s matching trans. He could also have parts around his place for the trans. I have seen enough car deals that it would be well worth asking the gentleman who had the car(s) for sale. Most likely (90%) the second car was bought with the idea of being a parts car.@@whattherust

[@whattherust]

@@Irish_For_Life1842 Yes, the black one has a trans in unknown condition, and the owner has a couple of spares as well. I would think at least one of them is good.

[@aladornetto1124]

Awesome job, always enjoy your projects

[@wkat950]

Congratulations on your 50th car! Keep up the good work and the best of luck in the cars ahead.

[@whattherust]

Thanks! We appreciate the support.

[@shorerebel]

Would love to see y’all get that old fire truck going *hint hint* 😊

[@whattherust]

I was thinking the same, but the engine is all apart and likely missing pieces. The fire department that had it attempted a rebuild, and it was never finished.

[@snmauji]

Sweet Southern accent - good job guys!

[@woody77788]

Great car & video!! Thanks very much & congratulations on your 50th 🙂

[@whattherust]

Thanks very much for the support!

[@jasonpeterson2543]

Love your details!!!!

[@brucestener8476]

Congrats on your 50th !! You two are cool beans !! :)

[@francoisbouchard602]

Good.job Nice car congratulations you show 😍😍👍👍👏👏👏

[@garywilson12]

great rescue, another one ready for the road

[@davis7959]

I have no love for the Chryslers, but I do for you two ❤ Great entertainment 👍

[@whattherust]

Thank you for the nice comment. We appreciate the support.

[@jimtomassetti8928]

Congratulations on 50. Richard your a great mechanic. You a pro on the motor's love all your vidio's Thank You🎉

[@bill8386]

I believe Chrysler called that a “Chair Back” seat for better posture and comfort.

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

I told you, that Richard is slick, he’s got some skills! Yeah, looks like a pastel color blue or something pastel.

[@moshedaniel2305]

Excellent team. I love the channel

[@christinarust6957]

Thank you! We appreciate you watching ❤