1957 Chevy Parked 40 years! will it run?!?

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  • @morgansword
    @morgansword Рік тому +45

    Your impeccable luck with finding and then with little effort make run again is just crazy. I am happy for you and hope you do the right thing on fixing the rust issues.... or someone who buys it will.

    • @bethmcright9731
      @bethmcright9731 Рік тому

      Amazing 👏 🎉

    • @dennisbrown2571
      @dennisbrown2571 Рік тому

      I was thinking the exact same thing.

    • @ralphbooger4756
      @ralphbooger4756 Рік тому +1

      judging by how the trunk and engine bay looked this is a decent car, i expected a lot worse!
      usually a car filled with parts is a bad sign, but this one was filled with goodies.
      im very curious as to what he payed, this could be a worthwhile investment for sure!

    • @jasonhaney4319
      @jasonhaney4319 Рік тому

      Are you selling it

    • @steinbauge4591
      @steinbauge4591 Рік тому

      Yeah I really hope someone who wants to restore it buys this one!

  • @reneesmawley3026
    @reneesmawley3026 Рік тому +54

    Would love to see it back to blue

  • @maggie2u135
    @maggie2u135 Рік тому +5

    In 1956 our neighbor bought a brand new 56 Chevrolet. I was 8yrs. old and have wanted one of them ever since. In Seattle, 1980 we saw a 1957 chevy convertible for sale on a used car lot that sold old chevy's. It was a beautiful robin's egg blue and was selling for $13,000. Can't imagine what it would be going for today.

  • @marywhale8431
    @marywhale8431 Рік тому +29

    That is my favourite car. I was 15 when it was built. I’m 81 now. I loved hearing it start. Beautiful. I hope you can get it back to the original colour of blue

  • @kathytappero7179
    @kathytappero7179 Рік тому +48

    How exciting to rescue this classic!

  • @dawnbrown9898
    @dawnbrown9898 Рік тому +56

    Alex, we love seeing your kids work along side you! You have good kids. ❤

    • @michaelripley4528
      @michaelripley4528 Рік тому +1

      In that Way Alex have 3 hands😅

    • @mikkileon6380
      @mikkileon6380 Рік тому

      I was just thinking the same thing. What great moments that you all will cherish as your children become adults and parents one day all of you will be able to look back at these quality bonding moments. It just makes me smile😍

    • @luannyates5199
      @luannyates5199 Рік тому

      I’m so happy she started

  • @robincochran7369
    @robincochran7369 Рік тому +32

    Alexander you're the Fairy Godfather of rescued vintage vehicles and I'm looking forward to see what your magic wand will turn this in to.

  • @Jason_xofilos
    @Jason_xofilos Рік тому +31

    Watching Alex cleaning up the car was somehow fairly satisfying.

    • @sherilynl4038
      @sherilynl4038 Рік тому

      except i always seem to be eating when he does. hahahaha

  • @mikkileon6380
    @mikkileon6380 Рік тому +4

    Well Alex, this 61 year old Nana really enjoyed this video lol. Hey, I enjoy all your videos, but I found this one really special and I love it when you take these old, beautiful classics, and return them to their former glory. I would’ve been afraid that many people would’ve scrapped the car and sold it for parts to people trying to replace pieces for their car like this. But you took this piece of rusted Mossey mouse infested hunk of metal and in two days you got other people dreaming of it. I can’t wait to see future updates of you restoring this beautiful beautiful classic❤

  • @maddieadams75
    @maddieadams75 Рік тому +21

    Love this car. Can’t wait to see it restored ❤

  • @ValleyOakPaper
    @ValleyOakPaper Рік тому +8

    I'm sure the neighbors of the previous owners are super happy that you bought that mossy old eyesore, Alex. Great work getting it running so quickly!

  • @SnoringCatPhoto
    @SnoringCatPhoto Рік тому +3

    My neighbor had one of these cars in the 50s. He kept it shiny as a new penny. I hope you restore the blue color….thanks for great video.

  • @michelgouverneur885
    @michelgouverneur885 Рік тому +1

    i do like much when you buy a classic , i am a fan of these ...

  • @donaldmiller9648
    @donaldmiller9648 Рік тому +4

    Alex...you have instincts about old cars...the car whisperer! Amazing somebody didn't buy that car earlier...waiting to see how the restoration continues.

  • @rkeller8141
    @rkeller8141 Рік тому +9

    What a reservoir of knowledge dad has, the children are very fortunate to have his input and drive.

  • @viviannefraser5974
    @viviannefraser5974 Рік тому +1

    Great to see you rescue an “eyesore” and make it somewhat more attractive again!

  • @likearockcm
    @likearockcm Рік тому +1

    She's a beauty and purrs ! Engine likely rebuilt. Get some fresh gas ,oil & filter and go cruisin' . Well maybe a few other things 😉

  • @gilliandrysdale5306
    @gilliandrysdale5306 Рік тому +15

    looks amazing going to be interesting to see what you do with it ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @kimberlymolitor354
    @kimberlymolitor354 Рік тому +1

    So funny seeing the squirrel!! Never a dull moment on your channel!!! 🥰🥰🥰

  • @reneebekas8977
    @reneebekas8977 Рік тому +8

    I’ve really got to tell my dad about Alex’s channel. He’s love all these neat old cars.

  • @SharonJones-ql8oy
    @SharonJones-ql8oy Рік тому +1

    The original Blue color is gorgeous 😍

  • @GingerLady57
    @GingerLady57 Рік тому +22

    Love this video! I was born in 1957 and you are right about how desirable this car has always been! I wanted one and couldn’t find one I could afford. I hate these computerized cars with sensors that have to be replaced are more trouble than just taking care of the car,and checking for problems would be! Love the videos!

  • @davidb3034
    @davidb3034 Рік тому +1

    WTG!Glad you got it Running!🌴😎♥️♥️♥️Mary in Florida not David B. My I Pad Now! From my older Daughter! 😁😉😎🌴🌴🌴♥️😉

  • @jeanparker2753
    @jeanparker2753 Рік тому +8

    Thank you for sharing. This has to be one of my favorites videos! A true diamond in the rough so exciting to hear it stat right up😊🎉.

  • @junkyardhillbilly
    @junkyardhillbilly Рік тому +6

    That was awesome thanks for sharing this with us

  • @lizlee6290
    @lizlee6290 Рік тому +3

    Oh lordy, a 57 Chevy! Covet, covet, covet! Having learned to drive in an "on the column" car, I could even drive it! I even remember splashing gas in the carburetor. Those tires sure look like snow tires!

  • @TheCrackerBox
    @TheCrackerBox Рік тому +8

    I really really want to see you fix this one up !! I’ve seen what you can do on the other ones ! I would love to see you get the dents repaired & rust replaced with metal !! It would look great that teal color or black . Can’t wait , I love these cars 😊👍

  • @Nancy_S
    @Nancy_S Рік тому +2

    She’s alive! Awesome!

  • @kenc1800
    @kenc1800 Рік тому +2

    Wow, Alex you sure have a “good eye”. Leaving your name and number for whatever tickles your Canadian fancy is a good idea. Hour and a half EARLY tow trucks is unheard of here in the USA. I appreciate your work ethics and the fact that your sons are willing to help you with restoration and short efforts you took to fix the damage panels.

  • @Coolness59
    @Coolness59 Рік тому +7

    That’s a great project!! ‘57 Chevy, the American (and Canadian!!) classic. It will be fun to follow your progress. Keeping it original? 😊

  • @marciacahoon3512
    @marciacahoon3512 Рік тому +8

    Oh the memories! I love seeing it brought back to life! Cant wait to see the journey!

  • @oceanluvngal
    @oceanluvngal Рік тому +1

    I can never pass by a '57 Chevy without stopping to get a photo. Excited to see what comes next with this one.

  • @flyinggirl3121
    @flyinggirl3121 Рік тому +1

    That was a great sound when it turned over!

  • @edithwarria4794
    @edithwarria4794 Рік тому +7

    Hello Alex how are you and your family, hope you guys are doing well. Love watching your videos all the time 👍💙💜💚❤️💖🦋🌈🌺🙏🏻from Edith in cairns Queensland Australia 🇦🇺

  • @nelliehedrick3147
    @nelliehedrick3147 Рік тому +5

    Great buy Alex.... can't wait to see it done.❤❤❤

  • @susancstufft2530
    @susancstufft2530 Рік тому +9

    Looks like a winner. Good job Alex. You have a good eye for possibiilties. Waiting to see what you make of this classic.

  • @davidnorth3411
    @davidnorth3411 Рік тому +4

    Old cars are so cool, the story behind the cars eliminate your purchase worries because it draws you in as a buyer . The cleanup is crazy satisfying to watch , imagine how many days outside the survivor has gone through be in your care is insane .

  • @charlottebruce6841
    @charlottebruce6841 Рік тому +2

    Great find! I love classic Chevy's! Amazing it started!! Looking forward to seeing it all finished.

  • @crinkle2649
    @crinkle2649 Рік тому +2

    The squirrel being in the car was so funny. I was going to comment that at least it's not full of squirrels or raccoons.

  • @marygarner5249
    @marygarner5249 Рік тому +1

    Another awesome car saved by you 👍👍👍👍😁

  • @bccphotec
    @bccphotec Рік тому +9

    Try the lugs that have the shaft "collars" on the back that are used by a number of the aftermarket wheels as adapters. Those could possibly work for you. The '57 looks nice. I'm kind of spoiled with rust-free, being in Arizona. (Now if I could only afford them!) Keep up the great work! EDIT- I put this up before I could finish watching. Nice of him to bring you the right lugs!

  • @CathyMiller0711
    @CathyMiller0711 Рік тому +3

    It really is a cool looking car. And just a couple days of Alexander know-how and it's running! Would love to see it in it's original color. What a great one-owner find!

  • @wyleenblack6947
    @wyleenblack6947 Рік тому +1

    OMG I love this project and to think I was a car content complainer ❤😂 I am 75 years old and you have no idea how appreciated I am for this restoration.😊

  • @cindybowen17
    @cindybowen17 Рік тому +3

    I’m looking forward to following this car. You go Alex😃👍

  • @tysonconrad6249
    @tysonconrad6249 Рік тому +1

    The best 50's car ever made!! 20 years old and that's my dream car!

  • @JeanStAubin-nl9uo
    @JeanStAubin-nl9uo Рік тому +2

    Wow! Sat for 40 years and it starts! Impressive. Nice job pushing out the dents Alex.

  • @mannyortiz4814
    @mannyortiz4814 Рік тому +3

    Alex my darling. WOW, I can’t believe you brought it back to life. You are a master car restorer. Who ever ends up with the car is one lucky person. I know after you finish with it. The car will be a eye catcher. Congratulations, until next time. Take care and stay safe. Love ya 🍺🕊🌈😇🌹👍🙏🌞🇺🇸❤️

  • @DavidSmith-sw5kg
    @DavidSmith-sw5kg Рік тому +6

    Good luck with your new project. 🍀
    It’s gonna be a beauty ❤️

  • @bevzimmerman2102
    @bevzimmerman2102 Рік тому

    Alex , watching this video was pure joy! What a cool car! 👏👏👏

  • @HiItsMeAgain03
    @HiItsMeAgain03 Рік тому

    So I grew up in Port Crane, NY. As you were driving away from your house, all the blue spruce trees mixed with the other ones reminded me of our neighborhood. We had the best childhood ever! Thanks for the memories & great video!

  • @FreeSpeechZoneUSA
    @FreeSpeechZoneUSA Рік тому +3

    I love it!!! It sounds sweet can't wait to see the first ride!! ❤❤ Thank you for sharing.

  • @VolcanoTimeLapse
    @VolcanoTimeLapse Рік тому +10

    Very enjoyable! I started collecting at 12 I guess. Lots of good parts. Looking forward to watching it evolve.

  • @alicedupreez1072
    @alicedupreez1072 Рік тому

    I am a soon to be 59 year old granny and I love visiting with you from South African. Thank you

  • @OhHeyFergy
    @OhHeyFergy Рік тому +6

    What a cool find. I've really missed your car videos so I can't wait to see this one come together!

  • @richwhitaker1506
    @richwhitaker1506 Рік тому +1

    To paraphrase Dr. Frankenstein, "It LIVES "!Great start to a classic revival. Please go back to the original blue.

  • @timothybrown6790
    @timothybrown6790 Рік тому +3

    So glad you saved it !

  • @mwyatt222
    @mwyatt222 Рік тому +1

    My uncle worked at Steakley bros Chevy in Tx from the 50s til late 80s. My cousin had a slew of unbelievable used cars including a 2 dr. 57' just like that one in factory gold w/ gold and brown interior. He had this car in the 70s for a few months. lt had the 6 cyl as well. l drove it w/ less than 20k miles on it and it felt brand new. True garage kept one owner grandma's car. The interior was like new. l cherish the times l got to ride and drive in the 50s and 60s cars when they were low miles like new still in the 70s now when l see these videos. One of the perks of being old. l also live in the house l grew up in and was burying a dead cat recently where my sandbox was in the 60s and found my redline dodge charger hot wheels from then and l thought about curiosity inc.

  • @bonnielucas1941
    @bonnielucas1941 Рік тому +3

    What an awesome 57! I'm excited to see how it turns out!
    Thanks, Alex! 🎇💚☀️💜🌈💕

  • @Bottlemanbob
    @Bottlemanbob Рік тому +3

    Sweet ride Alex!! I can't wait to see it back cruising the streets like it should be.

  • @bailatwerski2951
    @bailatwerski2951 Рік тому +1

    I cannot wait to see this completely done!!! Go Alex Go!!! You are AMAZING!!!!

  • @lanitaorjeraldlewisdillorl2258

    What did I tell you about the pool house garage Alex? LOL 🤣
    I bet Melissa is thrilled right about now. 🤭
    It'll be beautiful once you get it all redone. ❤❤❤❤❤
    Another Great Buy. 👍👍
    May God Bless you & ALL of your loved ones ALWAYS. ✝️🙏✝️🙏✝️

  • @leannehull710
    @leannehull710 Рік тому +1

    You have the magic touch with the automobile. Great to see the love you have for classics.

  • @danielulz1640
    @danielulz1640 Рік тому +5

    Woo hoo, it's a runner! With all of those spare parts, it's like a life size model car kit. I think that it would be very pretty in the original Robin's Egg Blue with a White roof, trunk and upper quarter panel. I'll bet that quarter panel moulding will straighten out.
    All in all, seems like a good purchase. Congrats!

  • @sinovak1975
    @sinovak1975 Рік тому +2

    I can't believe I am sitting here with a smile in my face watching this video! I am definitely not, nor have I ever been a car crazy girl, but I can't wait to see this car's transformation. I am sure the reason for my interest is because it takes me back to the late 60s watching my dad work on his 57 Chevy in our driveway. He loved that car. Fond memories, indeed. Good luck, and have fun!

  • @beverlystickney
    @beverlystickney Рік тому +3

    Thanks for taking us on this journey with you! So exciting. So interesting. That pressure washer is the bomb!

  • @candacedolan4857
    @candacedolan4857 Рік тому +12

    Hearing that engine come alive made me smile! I do love seeing you take an old forgotten or discarded car and giving it life again. Can't wait to watch the restoration series.

  • @eddieforce2341
    @eddieforce2341 Рік тому +1

    This is a great find. The possibilities are endless to make this a real class ride.

  • @rita1259-y5c
    @rita1259-y5c Рік тому +3

    I was born in 1953, but this car was still very popular and plentiful when I was in my teens & 20's. It's still very desirable here in Tennessee!

    • @MaryB-ps8lg
      @MaryB-ps8lg Рік тому +1

      57' Chevy was my dream car when I was in high school.

  • @sunshineinarizona1726
    @sunshineinarizona1726 Рік тому +2

    You make it look so easy. ✨🚗✨

  • @wcmaughan
    @wcmaughan Рік тому +1

    Whadda cool car! Re the squirrel(s) if you have a vintage boom box (i remember at least one from a precious vid), put that in the trunk with the volume and bass all the way up-no more critters! Lolz 😂

  • @barbaralavoie1045
    @barbaralavoie1045 Рік тому +2

    It does look better without the moss but you do have a challenge there. But I know you enjoy doing these projects. Happy for you that it started. Now to clean out the gas tank? Etc.? It is a popular car, indeed.❤️👍

  • @brianbaxter3913
    @brianbaxter3913 Рік тому +3

    Nice find and very restorable. Glad you could get it running so easy after all the time it sat. Can't wait to see what you do with it. Hope you got a good deal on it.

  • @lindasnyder2976
    @lindasnyder2976 Рік тому

    '57 Chevy! Boy, that takes me back! Well done, Alexander!

  • @tomlappin9657
    @tomlappin9657 Рік тому +1

    Great find on this 57 and the extra parts help fixing it up. You'll have it on the road soon. / T

  • @angellocke8473
    @angellocke8473 Рік тому

    Awesome find!!!! She sounds great too!!!! I love watching your videos, thank you for sharing and have a great evening!

  • @arctiknitter
    @arctiknitter Рік тому +3

    Great new project car!

  • @robertmceuen3630
    @robertmceuen3630 Рік тому

    That's a Chevy 6 cylinder for ya! Start right up after sitting for 40 years! Great video. Thanks.

  • @kathrynevans3835
    @kathrynevans3835 Рік тому +3

    I love the original blue color.

  • @assiahinarkansas
    @assiahinarkansas Рік тому

    Really enjoyed this one. Thanks. Loved the Arkansas connection. That's where I am😊

  • @shannonnakamura9932
    @shannonnakamura9932 Рік тому +5

    Oh man this was a awesome video!! Love that car and I can't wait to see more!! I hope you decide to do some more work to it I'd love to see that. Great work Alex!! ❤

  • @heather91582
    @heather91582 Рік тому

    Oooooohh she purrs like a kitten. Can’t wait to see the restoration of this old girl 😉

  • @randytim512
    @randytim512 Рік тому +1

    I love these videos !!! So satisfying to see this classic Chevy restored! 🤜🤛

  • @cynthiarenfroe8004
    @cynthiarenfroe8004 Рік тому

    What an awesome deal you got the classic Chevy ,, quite a neat hobby for you to be fixing up ,,I sure hope it will start and run ,,glad you rescued it ,, enjoy

  • @gayewebb943
    @gayewebb943 Рік тому +1

    I love that car. It will be a beast when it's restored!

  • @christoye5200
    @christoye5200 Рік тому +2

    Nice job Alex, love it when a plan comes together !

  • @judithjohnson2111
    @judithjohnson2111 Рік тому +1

    Incredible Alex. Very 😎 Cool.

  • @vickimaddox8711
    @vickimaddox8711 Рік тому +11

    I'm anxious to see this 57 running. If anybody can breathe life back into it, it's you.

  • @arlenegariepy8957
    @arlenegariepy8957 Рік тому +1

    Everyone needs a 57' chevy in their life. It would be soo freaky if you started it and the radio came on with 50's music. LOL :) :)

  • @rita1259-y5c
    @rita1259-y5c Рік тому +5

    This is a classic worth restoring!!! Match the original paint?

  • @adapoole4515
    @adapoole4515 Рік тому

    My mouth fell open when I heard that car start, and it sounded good. Great find for you. I was born in 1957, so that is 66 years old, not 70 yrs old yet. lol

  • @ToomasTelling
    @ToomasTelling Рік тому +2

    i am pretty sure this is the best 50s car to own because all the parts to fix rust and issues and what ever else are available.

  • @joeromanak8797
    @joeromanak8797 Рік тому +2

    I liked that one! For sitting outside for all that time, the old girl is really not bad. Being on the concrete driveway prevented it from sink into the ground as they usually do and controlled the amount of moisture percolating up thru the car. Someone will buy this for good money. After they do, the six cylinder will be the first casualty. I hope you make out well on the sale.

  • @pamelaarescurrinaga8201
    @pamelaarescurrinaga8201 Рік тому

    Will it start ? Yes. Fun video. Thanks for taking g us along.

  • @VintageJunker
    @VintageJunker Рік тому

    Alex, you hit the jackpot on parts for this @ 25:41! Nice Score. Can't wait to see it come together

  • @DC-bm7oz
    @DC-bm7oz Рік тому +1

    Wow great job man, can’t wait to see your progress! Way to go…..

  • @julier.1902
    @julier.1902 Рік тому

    There is always a squirrel. LOL! I love old Chevys! I hope you restore the old blue, that would be so cool!

  • @specialized29er86
    @specialized29er86 Рік тому

    You guys are so lucky, here in Australia we have nothing like the old cars that are in need of saving.

  • @rdyardie
    @rdyardie Рік тому +1

    All the best as you work on a classic.

  • @nonelost1
    @nonelost1 Рік тому

    What a find! Alex, you have been blessed in that the motor started so easily and that you were able to pound out most of the right side damage as easily as you did. And also to find out that it moves too. Now you need to get it to stop, and administer chemo and surgery to deal with the cancer, among other things. It's like that car had your name written on it for 39 years. Keep up the good work!

  • @johnhansen4550
    @johnhansen4550 Рік тому

    Scott at CWM NEEDS the old tires off the '57 Chevy. GREAT FIND!!!!