1966 Chevy Impala "Chevy Runs Deep" A Short Story... Owner For 51 Years...
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- Опубліковано 8 вер 2024
- My brother purchased this car in 1976 and now its 2013 and he still loves this car as much as he did back then.. He had his first date with his wife in this car and they have been married now for 30 years now, This video was done for the best brother anyone could ever have. I LOVE YOU SCOTT.... with love, your brother Mitch
I have my Grandfather's 1967 Caprice Custom Coupe. It was ordered by him in late 1966, 396 cu in, posi track, bucket seats, A/C, factory tach and guages, tilt wheel, AM/FM Multiplex radio. I have had this car since 1980 after his passing. I tell people that it is still his car, and that I am taking care of it for him. It is a beauty, after the work I did way back in 1985. Cars become part of our lives, they become family in a sense. I can still see him driving me in this car to my haircuts when I was 7 years old. This car will always stay in our family. That's so much for the great job you did in making this video for your brother and his wife.
David, thank you for that. OK, you got to make vids of the 67 and not just for you, but the family that gets it after. PLEASE do this. Please find me on Facebook, David. I also have my Grandfathers 1929 A model he used for his work.
Cars do indeed become a part of family over time...and especially in certain parts of this country!
A BIG THANK YOU MY Father own one now I want my own 1966 chevy Impala ss thank you for sharing with us God bless I am in South Africa
wow, you are very welcome, This car is a blessing for the entire family all these years, do you have pics of your dads car?
I am looking for some photos of the SS thanks for the reply
Beautiful car, I just finally got my 66 caprice, I have been wanting one since I was a young boy, now I own one same coler code KK, artesian turquoise! I have a 4 door hard top but i have a large family! Love it!
I’m in tears. Such a beautiful tribute
Great video! I just bought my own 1966 Chevrolet Impala! Time to make it as nice as that one!🇺🇸
Wow, congrats
Beautifully done, brought a tear to my eye, thank you for doing this video and for sharing it!! I wish your brother many more safe and fun miles of driving this incredible ride!!
Cheers.
beautiful car. thou i had to sell my 55 back in 90.i still miss that car more than anything. ive had plenty since then but they are never the same.i built my wife a 67 impala that she says she loves. hope she keeps keeps it long after im gone.your a great brother do this for him!!
This story is the exact duplicate of my life same car same age and been with my wife for the same amount of time and still have the two. I can relate 💯 thank you for sharing your story
WOW, you are joking.. Are you in the States? I would love to talk with you.. This was done i think over 7 years ago and all is the same. Do you have any vids? WOW, Would love to talk with you. Are you on Facebook?
@@MitchGrooms how you doing I’m from Oakland Ca and sorry I don’t have a Facebook but my wife does
I showed her the video and she loved it our first date was in my 66 impala I was 17 when we got together and I’m 53 now and we’re still going strong
@@humbertohuizar1375 Glad to know you are in the states, I am in Atlanta and my brother is only 30 minutes from me. What is your wifes name? Have her send me a friend request please. It is under my name, My cell is 404-386-1101
Thanks so much, I finally showed them the video tonight and they just starting sobbing,,, yes, they loved..
Thanks for sharing... Nice story
Y don't we just just take our hats off for a moment of reflection 😌🤗.......
Thanks guys
this Story brings tears to my eyes... i had the exact same Impala with a 327 engine and a 4-speed Manual... i sold it
thank you
I have a 1966 Caprice Sports Coupe 396 I bought my first one when I was 15 years old when I turned 16 my parents deemed it too fast and they sold it In 90 I was fortunate enough to find another one original owner car I spent 3 years talking him into showing me the car I was still fairly young but I made him a promise that I would never hot ride or race the car and he sold it to me I am now 56 years old I still own this car to this day There is no other car that I have ever climbed into and driven that drives like this car a lifetime of memories in this car both good and bad People who know me also know me for my 66 I know exactly what your brother feels for his car it is part of his life and it would be a great loss if they ever parted Give my regards to your brother tell him he owns a fantastic piece of history and I am very sure he enjoys it as much today as he did when he first bought it but appreciates it much more Chevrolet runs deep
Leo, that is great, your parents thought the 66 was to fast? LOL. I have 2 other vids of the 55 on my channel. Do you have vids of yours? I will go take a look..
What a great tribute to both your brother and his faithful Impala. Hope he has many more years to enjoy it. I inherited my grandparents 72 impala in 2012 with only 66k miles. It is a 2dr. With the 400 2bbl. Small block. It really is like sitting on the most comfortable sofa just cruising down the road.
Thanks, do you have and vids of it?
Thank you for sharing! That '66 is beautiful. Great Non-MALT LIQUOR Video.
You nearly wrote my story too. My first car was a 66 Impala. My wife (first girlfriend) and I dated in it starting in 77. We got married in it in 79. Had to sell it due to hard times in 80 or 81 I think. As time went on I would check the market for another one. Finally in 08 I found another one. I'll never forget the smiles and waiting family the night I drove it home. We were please to take it on our 30th anniversary to the site of our Honeymoon. Yeah, we got some "duplicate pics too. Thanks.
Brought a tear to my eye too. I recognized the curve on Shady Grove road.
One of the Greatest video's and story I have ever encountered on a 66 Impala Mitch . I'm a proud owner of 1966 Impala 2 dr. sports coupe 355 motor frame off restoration, here in Moncton New Brunswick. Cheers to you and your brother...Feb.13/23
Ted, thank you so much, I did this video 7 years ago and everything is still the same.. Do you have vids of your car? I just sent this message to my brother..
thanks.I did this for my brother, he will see it for the first time tomorrow night..
what a story, I have a 66' impala & im 19 still got alot to learn but I wont ever give up on her.
Hey buddy,
Good for you!
I read your comment, and you said you had a lot to learn, so I will give you some quick easy advice:
I wouldn't put a bunch of bullshit on a car like that. Stay the hell away from retro mod crap like wheels, cheesy electronics on the dash, chopping and slicing, hydraulics, and worst of all: CANDY PAINT!😞😆😝.
It's your baby, do what you want, but I've been around, and I've messed with every kind of car you can imagine.
My advice comes from seeing people destroy beautiful originality way too many times. Most mods are fleeting fads and really start to go out of style and look stupid quicker than one may realize.
If you must change something, consider being able to revert back to stock. That way, if it becomes super rare and valuable, you can maintain that.
If I couldn't resist, the only things I would do is: headers, four speed, and maybe fuel injection. That's it man.
Anyway, just some freindly advice.
Good luck with her!!
Hi Mitch
I usually don't comment on Videos but I have to tell you my story. I purchased our 1974 Caprice Coupe New 40 years ago when I was 20 years old ( It's loaded and has a 454 in it ). I met my wife shortly after I bought it and my brother drove us in it on our wedding day (1976). It still looks like the day I bought it after 140,000 Miles. We celebrated our 38TH. Wedding Anniversary with it this summer 2014. Thanks for posting a great Video.
wow, please have someone do a video like this,, that is great
Great vid. My dad had a light blue metallic '66 hardtop sedan that he bought after his '64 SS was stolen. He special-ordered the SS. Both great cars. Later my granddad had a red '66 2 door hard top with while interior and white vinyl roof. It too was stolen. At least the car thieves had good taste.
Had one almost identical. Same wheels, color, interior. loved that car.
very cool
I Have a black 66 Impala that I hope to give to my son one day. This video actually made me tear a little. Awesome video! You're a great brother Mitch, seriously!
Sweet ride! Brings back memories. My first car was a '65! Bought it when I was 16 for $250 from my future brother in law. Wish I had it back. Nice to see your brother had the sense not to let it go!
Thanks Robert, look on my channel on the new video, we blew the engine last week, the video is up, we were headed to family in Tennessee during Christmas..
Great story!!. I have a 66 Impala ss. I had it for 15 years now I'm hoping the grandkids will take it over one day.😊
wow, this is great and thanks for the nice words and I do hope the kids will see the love in your car too.
@@MitchGrooms I hope so..lol
Thanks so much for that, Please make videos of your 67 and post it, I know we all would love to see it,
I've watched it many times. My wife tried to find my original 66 but could not find it. Interestingly, my younger brother had a 66 as well. We drove them both to high school. It was really cool but we didn't realize it at the time. What great memories.
Great video!! I've now owned my old high school car 37 years last February. :)
Thanks, what kind is it?
It's a 68 SSRS 396 Camaro
wow, you got to share videos please..
Gorgeous car! Beautiful story! Thank you for sharing!
Thank you so much for this Doris.. I did this I think 5 years now and all is still great.
Hi Mitch,
I've had a desire to own a muscle car for years. So back in 2008 I searched for a 60's Mustang Fastback, my favorite car. After noticing the insane prices and the chances were very good that I would never afford one, I started poking around at other makes. I fell upon a gentleman in N.H. selling a 66 Impala. Classic cars of any kind for sale in New England is kind of rare so I jumped on it. Drove to look at the car with my son, we both feel in love with it and the rest is history.
Thanks, its Bob Segar, Like A Rock
man I'm inspired I'm in the market for one now 66 impala. great video.
Thanks Darrell, Its appreciated..
Chevy was the best. My first car was a 1965 Impala SS 327. Great car. My next was 1969 Chevelle SS 396. Wish I still had them. My Dad had a 57 Belair and my sister first car was a 55 Chevy. My son has a 85 IROC Camaro. I won't let him sell it. Love them Chevys when they mad great cars
Now that is so cool..
Wow Mitch, what a great story and 66 Impala video! Have to admit I was four years old when they hit the roads. More simplistic times.
Best education, School of hard knocks. Great memories! Well Done...
thanks bud,, you are so correct..
Love the story and the car. Great job.
wow, so sad, this car was stolen too but we found it 3 months later in a field
Thank god
Terrific car! My dad bought his 66 Impala brand new. Chateau Slate 2 door with black cloth bench seat interior. Your video is awesome!
Thanks Brian for that, This is an old video but still today, it is as important,, The car will never be sold..
Great car, great story! So cool that he's had it all these years.
I too, bought a '66 Impala in 1976. It was an SS 396, 4 speed, 12 bolt Posi car. Sure wish I had kept it. Well, at least I still have a couple photos of it. Man, if I could only go back in time I'd have kept it (that, and bought a bunch of Apple stock!).
thanks, this video was done over 8 years ago and just last month, my brothers daughter used it for her honeymoon..
I learned how to drive in a 66 Impala. Wish I still had that car.
Nice
Hey Mitch, thanks for this video! My Grandma wanted to get rid of her '59 Impala because it had the 6cyl in it and she wanted more power for the newly built freeways. So her brother-in-law worked at the Chevy dealership downtown. She was so upset at the lack of power in the '59 she wanted to order "the biggest, most powerful V8 they had". Of course my Uncles talked her out of the 427/425hp version and she settled for the 283 with a powerglide. I ended up buying from her in 1977 (a year before I could drive) and had it all through high school. I had a crash in 1984 and didn't have enough money to get it fixed. The neighbors called the police on me for having 'an abandoned' car. So it went to the junkyard.
Thanks again for bringing back some great memories of not only my first car but family and friends that spent a lot of time in it too! :)
You are welcome ans so sorry to here about your car..uggg
short story...endless passion. amazing vid!!! greetings from argentina!
thanks
At the time we went to see the car he was 14. Now he's 18. A buddy of mine built a high performance 350 vortec for it . And now I'm waiting for a 700R4 transmission. Hot rod weather is here, lol! I hope someday I get the privilege to give it to him!
Thank you for sharing this video. I just bought a 1966 last week for a frame u restoration. I am just begining the work, but i love the car already. I am 38 and feel like a kid sometimes just dreaming about having her on the road.
Please share a video with us of your car THANK YOU
Great video! We had the same year, same model in Navy with lighter blue interior. IF ONLY the Impala of today has as much style and as much class and gave as much pride.
Awesome video, well done! My Dad was a manager for a Chevy dealer in York, Pa for 25 years and this sure brought back many memories. My first car was a 66 Chevy Caprice with a 396. Wish I still had it!
Thank you Terry, it was fun doing it, My brother and wife just lost it when they first saw it. We went to Tennessee to see family during Christmas 2 weeks ago and blew the engine, if you go see my videos, it will be the last one..
All those memories are certainly worth an engine rebuild. It is only original once, but it will be so worth it. Good luck and keep me informed!
thanks so much
thanks, you just got to love those cars
I have a 1966 impala 2 door hard top was working on it till my back gave out in 2012..waiting for the day I can maybe fix mine up as good as yours..thanks for your video...gives me a little more inspiration
You are very welcome, get friends and family to help you finish it, dont give up..
As a car guy, I am especially drawn to the stories about the cars and guys that stayed together over many years. In many of these cases, the cars went through several iterations, and somewhere along the line usually reached the point where any sane human being would have sold it or sent it off to the wrecking yard!
But, for some reason, a bond was formed with the owner, and getting rid of the vehicle became as unthinkable as getting rid of one of your own family members! And then, after years of doing all the things that you “had” to do, and all the things society said you “should” do, the owner finally reaches the point where he can do something for himself and has his prized old vehicle restored to its prior glory!
The only thing that could be better is if the owner has a son or daughter (or even grandson or granddaughter) who shares the love of the vehicle and will make the perfect new owner when that time comes along…..👍
Thank you and the kicker to this entire story is his daughter and son are NOT car people, they are 31 and 34 and they will not care for this car so when my brother dies, it will be sold. I sure wish one of them were car people but it was not meant to be,,
@@MitchGrooms - My dad was a huge hunter and fisherman, while all I was ever interested in were cars and snowmobiles! Just the way life works I guess…..😂
This is a good video, you did a good job. I'm sure your brother will appreciate it and the love you have for him.
Mom and Dad bought a '66 Impala new on 06/05/66, Marina Blue,Black Vinyl Top,(first year for both), 283/3 on the tree. Ran like a dream. Twelve years of salted roads did her in but I pulled the motor/trans and small parts off her, put the motor in my '68 Camaro, used it for two years and when I traded it in that 283 sounded and ran like a Swiss watch. I regret to this day not keeping that motor. If I'm lucky enough to get a '66 some day the steering wheel will be replaced with the one that was in Mom and Dad's car. ..... Jim .
Jim, that is fantastic story, My brother will never sale this car but I did have a dream last night he sold it..This car will go to his daughter if something ever happens to him I believe..
I have been really searching for a muscle car and i was a bit lost between how much to spend and where to go. I will have to save up a bit more, But you really put a smile on my face when i saw this video. Thank You for helping with my decision!!....ONE DAY
You are welcome Jack. There really not to expensive until you realize you want to rebuild it... What are you looking for?
Watched your video from stem to stern, Mitch. Extremely moving--especially since I have one brother--a year older--whom I love. And his first car was a Chevy Impala and it broke his heart to sell it--years ago--in another lifetime. Isn't it great to have a brother who doesn't hit you :) :)
Thanks Daniel for that. I did this video so long ago and my brother still has it. It will never be Sold. I will see him tomorrow because I have to put my dog down and he is coming over for support..
@@MitchGrooms Omigod, I've been through that a time or two--most recently with my Cocker Spaniel, Diego. My heart goes out to you, Mitch. Pets are just little people, and we love them and can feel that love returned in spades.
@@danieloconnor6225 thank you for that
I love this video
Awesome car and awesome pair of people!
Love your video on this beautiful car
Thank you Eric, much appreciated..
Awesome story ..and well done on the video as well
Thank you
Really beautiful car and the story, nice job.
thank you so much
Great vid Mitch, Reminds me of me in 1965 I purchased a brand new Impala coupe in line 6 ,3 on the tree, Wish I still had it, I had cregars on mine too.
my town too im 60 now love this
Wait, you live in Paris?
@@MitchGrooms not now i live in wayne county
@@robertanderson8537 how far from Paris.
@@MitchGrooms i live about 100 miles from pa3
@@robertanderson8537 find me on FB
Sweet, man. You did the right thing.
Mitch, great video and music, had watched this previously but now recognise the car from the breakdown video. Cheers Damian
thanks buddy
fantastic, I will send these messages to my brother, he will love it..
So many questions. First. ..Awesome video. I'm getting ready to purchase a 66 4 door impala. Just three questions. Number the color of the paint job at the end if the video. Second the size of your tires..rear and front and third your suspension. Everything flowed together. Please enlighten me. Great video. Memories you nailed. Thanks for sharing.
Jesse, thanks for the nice words buts its my brothers car so i do not have the answers, if you love the car, just get it.. and let the questions later
Steve, that is great, have you seen that chevpolet commercial about two sons finding their dads 65 Impala
Good video. Not to far away from Marietta myself. That's a sweet car!
Wow, where are you
Amazing video. Almost make me shed a tear
Very good
Thanks
thanks so much
thank you
COOL STORY BRO!
thank you
Hi Mitch. Just came across this video today. I love it. Great job, great choreography and choice of song. I also have a 1966 Impala that is an SS and I love it. My question to you and Scott is what size and type of wheels and tires do you have on the Impala? It has an awesome stance and look..
15 on the front and 17 on the back but not sure how wide. This was a very emotional video to make. Thanks for your nice moments.
James, do y have vids of it?
Great Video Mitch UK
thank you
please add some sound I love this video of your brother's car thanks
THANKS SO MUCH FOR THE NICE WORDS :-)
I got a true ss I hope to build one day. can't wait
wow, do you have vids of it?
@@MitchGrooms ill make some I have a few nice ones all shells but two. i have a 69 chevelle Malibu and a 50 chevy truck and 56 chevy truck. I own a shop and do bodywork and paint. Just started this year. Don't have enough money to start yet when I do ill make videos.
Great Video !! Well Done.
thanks so much
Posted almost nine years ago. Hope everyone is still "like a rock"
It is totally, all going well, thank you so much Tee.
our home is just up that hill..:-)
I don’t have a video per day.. but I do have some photos I’ll post in a bit..
Great
Overall, very cool video and sweet ride.
thanks
Thanks so much for the kinds words, after my brother and Tamara "his wife" in the video, they were in such shock amd emotional because this video will be important to their kids when they are gone because it shows the sheer love they have for each other and for this car..Please tell me about your car, I know my brother would LOVE to hear your story, are you on Facebook?
So, I saw your comment on Scott R's Chris Watt's post and thought I would glance to see if you had content on your channel. I have not even looked at anything else on your channel and have no idea what it is about, BUT seeing as you have your lead video of an Impala... I subbed right away. You had me at Impala. lol My husband laughs because I stop at car shows when I am by myself. I don't know much about automobiles, but I do know what I like and I like muscle cars. Have a blessed day.
That is so nice of you to say that. I am a Realtor who has a fit over cars I guess you can say :-). It is mostly a car channel but I have Weddings I shot on here too, a mixture of sorts.. This Watts case is so crazy and I am so hooked on it, tragic all way around it. Have you watched all of Shannan's vids? She was hooked on Thrive..
amazing video i have a 66 caprice
thank you
+Mitch Grooms amazing video.and new impala is t chevy you brother have a chevy.new or call it the SS is holden
your brother have american made.tell you brother there a jewish saying till 120 for you your brother his wife nice story
Ok Mitch I'm posting some now, I'll get better ones on there soon!
Yes, that 2013 was not exciting whatsoever..Thanks for the nice words
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Hey Brian.
Ok ok I admit mr tough guy I am dropped a tear
I'm a 16 year old and I'm going to rebuild one thats junked after i finish my 84 camaro
Raj, thanks. Cars are more than pieces of metal. My brothrs car will always remain in the family even after he is gone. Do you have videos of your car?
Will you PLEASE make a video of it, even with a phone. I would love to see it..
Hey Mitch, THat is a beautiful car and a great story. I love those wheels. Are they 17"? Ask you brother what size tires he is using (i.e. 245/ 50 17)
Thanks, they are 17's. He wanted to go to original but the 15's are just too small..
great
Great story Mitch! I have a 1966 Impala convertible. My first car was a 1966 Bel Air and I loved it so I got the Impala. What color of blue is this one, Mist or Marina blue?
THAT IS GREAT, I do not know the true blue color.
I'm unfortunately priced out of buying an Impala, but I'm working on your car's baby sister, a '66 Corvair Monza. Looks like a baby Impala, handles like a Corvette, and is cheap to buy and repair...
love Corvair's
i like the 66 and that song so much! please send me the Owner of this great song thx ,-)
My ex stepdad had a brother that had a 66 but with a 427 ordered(non SS) and bench seats. Would like to find it for him
Nice
that is fantastic, how old is your son?
Was that car show at GA world congress center? I may have been that year
IT WAS
The real sadness is that the company that made such great vehicles now makes nothing but weenie wagons for soccer moms
so true
I'm gonna go buy a new chevy cruze, be back in 40 years..
love it