1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport 351 Cobra Jet 4 Speed in Green & Ride on My Car Story with Lou Costabile

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  • @loucostabile
    @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +16

    Hi, If you like this video, please click on SUPER THANKS ❤ with the $ in the middle which is the SUPER THANKS button under the video. Thank you! Lou

  • @GeekGinger
    @GeekGinger 10 місяців тому +17

    My first car was a 72 Gran Torino. It was just a grocery-getter, not a Sport, that originally had a 351W. It was given to me at 15 and was a "if you can get it running you can have it" thing. I learned a lot from that car!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi Darryl, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 1st car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

    • @douglashine9638
      @douglashine9638 10 місяців тому +2

      My first car was a 1972 Buick LeSabre 4-door in 1979 with only 27,000 miles at 16 years of age.

  • @swilkobarfingtoniii1642
    @swilkobarfingtoniii1642 10 місяців тому +13

    You once showed a video of a Merc. Cougar and I described it as "a Mustang that went to college." These Torino's got football scholarships.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +4

      Division 1 Starter right here :-)

  • @TheGunfighter45acp
    @TheGunfighter45acp 10 місяців тому +18

    What a gorgeous Torino! I could stare all day at the fantastic paint and body lines. But then you popped the hood, and I could stare at the 351C all day, too. What a great car Mr.. Lucarz has brought today. Thanks, Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +5

      Hi TheGunfighter45acp, High praise for the looks of this Torino! You're welcome, Lou

    • @scoutguard3015
      @scoutguard3015 7 місяців тому +1

      everything about this car is great, only made better with the movie

  • @JONMEREDITH
    @JONMEREDITH 10 місяців тому +14

    I wonder if Clint Eastwood would recognize this car in a heartbeat? Truly perfect car! Outstanding video! Thanks Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +4

      "Truly perfect car!" High praise Jon.

  • @cjdesign5700
    @cjdesign5700 10 місяців тому +9

    Not usually a Ford guy , But Anthony has a real beauty. Thanks Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Happy to read you enjoy this "real beauty" :-) You're welcome CJ Design.

  • @1969EType
    @1969EType 6 місяців тому +9

    There are faster cars. There are cars with more tech. No car will ever make me feel what I feel when I see this car. And it’s THE perfect color and options. Thank you for your pride in the ownership of this beautiful car and thank you for your generosity in sharing it here with us on UA-cam.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 місяців тому +2

      Hi Robert, Well said. High praise. Lou

  • @cadillacguy1890
    @cadillacguy1890 10 місяців тому +6

    That’s a WOW! Amazing condition and correctness. Love to see the owner driving it.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      HI Cadillac Guy, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

    • @cadillacguy1890
      @cadillacguy1890 10 місяців тому

      @@loucostabile done!

  • @tomturnipseed2541
    @tomturnipseed2541 10 місяців тому +8

    Lou , are becoming quite the antique automotive video archive collector ..........you have a great library of muscle car videos!! Thank you!!!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Tom, There are 2 goals 1) Have FUN! & 2) Leave a legacy of these great cars. You're welcome, Lou

  • @sparky6086
    @sparky6086 10 місяців тому +9

    Awesome sounding & 4 speed manual transmission too!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +4

      Happy to read you enjoy the sounds from this car :-)

  • @davidfrania8990
    @davidfrania8990 10 місяців тому +7

    Wow! That is gorgeous! I was a senior in High School when this car came out and it was one of my favorite cars of that time. If I remember correctly I believe that Ivy Glow paint was a featured color that year, and I love how it actually glows in the sunlight! The sound of that motor is mechanical music to my ears! Thanks for the ride, Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi David, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your favorite car at that time :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @Iraqkingdom1921
    @Iraqkingdom1921 10 місяців тому +12

    The color is great....

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Happy to read you enjoy the color of this car :-)

  • @EdersonRancatti
    @EdersonRancatti 10 місяців тому +11

    Good morning Lou..
    wonderful and splendid!!
    too crazy ..
    It reminds me of the film Gran Torino, one of the best films ever made.. Lou you always bring great cars, you're the man, great job bro.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +3

      Good morning Ederson.. High praise. Happy to have you along for the ride Bro, Lou

  • @ultraviolettp3446
    @ultraviolettp3446 10 місяців тому +4

    Oh, my, Lou! I'm "GREEN" with envy over this 1972 Torino GT. That is gorgeous. The styling was awesome and is the best of that generation as the bumpers are slim and work with the overall design. Again, Lou, you are just the best with the most varied automobilia content of any channel. Your efforts are always appreciated. Bene Opus!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi ultraviolet tp, Happy to read "That is gorgeous" :-) You're words are encouraging, and a treat to share with you, Lou

  • @dave1956
    @dave1956 10 місяців тому +4

    My cousin had a 1972 Gran Torino Sport fastback and my wife had a 1972 Gran Torino 2 door hardtop. What distinctive cars these were!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Dave, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Cousins & your Wifes cars :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @kevinesterline622
    @kevinesterline622 10 місяців тому +8

    Love a Torino I had a 76 nothing like that one but very cool car's.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi Kevin, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @SigmaStoicGemini
    @SigmaStoicGemini 10 місяців тому +4

    Clint would be proud Lou!! I'm soooo glad to see all this love for Gran Torinos in the comments here. They weren't muscle cars or anything, but damn, there's just something magical about that 72-76 generation!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi SigmaStoicGemini, "Clint would be proud" NICE! Happy to share this Torino with you, Lou

  • @drant3053
    @drant3053 10 місяців тому +7

    Lou…between the Boss 351 Mustang, that Top Banana Challenger, and now this Torino, you’re officially killing me. Not sure why Torinos don’t get more love. You rarely see them at the auctions. Stunning car.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      DRant....hope this one and the others you mention put the blood pumping back into your system :-)

  • @mikeyb.3004
    @mikeyb.3004 10 місяців тому +5

    That opening sequence with Anthony switching through that 4 speed was probably one of your best film moments Lou!!!! Love this car! Thank you Anthony and Lou. (Wasn't that the Montego/Ranchero I saw hanging out in back?)

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi Mikey B., Happy to read you enjoy the opening sequence :-) You're welcome. Yes this one was hanging out with us, Lou ua-cam.com/video/xS8Y2zTDblg/v-deo.html

  • @Bill72583
    @Bill72583 10 місяців тому +3

    One of the most under rated muscle cars. You never see them. I guess because it was a one year body style. My old neighbor lady had one when i was a child. The same color or close to it.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi John, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your neighbors car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @dancerjim
    @dancerjim 10 місяців тому +8

    Love the color.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Happy to read you enjoy the color of this car :-)

  • @iswc27
    @iswc27 10 місяців тому +2

    Hi, Lou! About that wide mouth look, Uncle Tom McCahill, always known for his witty and whimsical comments, opined that these cars looked like "landlocked tunas sucking air"! Be that as it may, Anthony's car truly lives up to the words "Gran", "Sport" and "fastback", and between Clint Eastwood and Starsky & Hutch, these Torinos have truly become icons!
    You said it, Lou, Great Time! You, too, Anthony, ear to ear! Thank you both for taking along for this virtual thrill ride!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi iswc27, Happy to share this "icon" with you :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @Freedomquest08
    @Freedomquest08 10 місяців тому +3

    Don't see these cars much anymore.
    I did not realize how awesome that color is. In this era of car paint, colors like this did not keep their luster for very long in the Vegas sun.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Freedomquest08, "Don't see these cars much anymore." You're right. Happy to be able to share this one with you, Lou

  • @DominatorGarage
    @DominatorGarage 10 місяців тому +2

    Sweet car, I always wanted a 72, Ive had a 68,9,73,and 4 and my 71, but never a 72. Reminds me of Gran torino with clint eastwood

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Nate, Happy to read this car reminds you of Clint Eastwoods car in the movie Gran Torino :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Lou

  • @philipdrake6
    @philipdrake6 10 місяців тому +3

    Very nice, what a great car the Gran Torino is, that guy is a very lucky man.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Philip, Happy to share this "great car" with you :-) Lou

  • @larryborkstrom3580
    @larryborkstrom3580 10 місяців тому +5

    Been awhile since I seen one it's great to see one again got all the goodies on it and very clean

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +3

      Hi Larry, Happy to share this car with you :-)

  • @JeffKing310
    @JeffKing310 10 місяців тому +10

    Very nice Gran Torino! I always thought that these were under appreciated.
    Incredible level of detail is right Lou - just spectacular.
    Thanks for letting us see this classic!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +3

      Hi Jeff, So hard to find them today. Really nice to be able to share this one with you. You're right, the detail on this car is "just spectacular". You're welcome, Lou

  • @JaimeSalcedoA_72
    @JaimeSalcedoA_72 10 місяців тому +2

    How spectacular this 1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport looks in the sun with that green (Ivy Glow) and the large side reflective stripes! I like the large, mouth-style front grille, with its twin headlights, and the additional "Ram" air intake on the hood; plus the handsome rectangular taillights recessed into the one-piece chrome bumper (special mention to the immaculate "Cobra Jet" V8 engine bay). Excellent interior combination, with seats, doors and upholstery in green, along with the elegant instrument panel full of dials. Perfect day for the final tour; with that beautiful shot showing his brilliant beak crossing the road... Congratulations to Mr. Lucarz, for his 26 years alongside this Great Classic! Great video, Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Jaime, Happy to share this "Great Classic!" with you :-) Thanks for sharing the details you see, Lou

  • @douglashine9638
    @douglashine9638 10 місяців тому +2

    Nothing like a Cleveland… I love the 8 Grand Tach, plus it has the taller 3.50:1 rear gears. That’s what the S Code stands for. Glad I subscribed… 🤠

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi Douglas, Thanks for sharing the details you notice and enjoy. Happy to read you subscribed and welcome to the Channel. Hope you see MANY more cars you enjoy, Lou

  • @ronaldgore7892
    @ronaldgore7892 10 місяців тому +3

    Mercury had the Montego GT fastback. I was in love with both.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      I'd like to feature one of those Montego GT's.

  • @bungeycord5971
    @bungeycord5971 10 місяців тому +2

    Super nice ride. I dont think I have ever seen one out on the road even back in the day. The look over the hood is great.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Bungey Cord, Happy to read "Super nice ride" :-) Glad to read you enjoy the "look over the hood", Lou

  • @johncornell3665
    @johncornell3665 10 місяців тому +4

    Very cool car and made popular by the movie. Love the paint job. Thanks Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Happy to share this "Very cool car" with you :-) You're welcome John!

  • @KevinMarshall-j3k
    @KevinMarshall-j3k 10 місяців тому +4

    The perfect Gran Torino Awesome 👍👍👍

  • @matthewdavis8413
    @matthewdavis8413 10 місяців тому +3

    Very nice Gran Torino a very rare car

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Matthew, Happy to read you enjoy this "very nice" car :-) You're right, a rare treat to see one today, Lou

  • @johncaballero8013
    @johncaballero8013 10 місяців тому +2

    Outstanding machine Lou! Really love this year, style and color of the Torino. Is a lot like Clint Eastwoods ride!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi John, Happy to read "Outstanding machine" :-) Lou

  • @Irishfan
    @Irishfan 10 місяців тому +5

    I saw a 72 Torino for the first time in the dealer showroom the day they first went on sale in October 1971. I fell in love with the car. I was a college age student at the time and didn't have the ability to buy it, but it was one of the many cars I saw in the showroom and wished I could buy it. That stripe on the side was a really cool thing to see at night when streetlights or other car headlights reflected off of it. It had a changing look to it as it went from the front to the back. I do wish Ford was still making cars like that. Surely, there would be more cars on the road than SUVs if they did.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Daniel, Happy to read this is a car you fell in love with. Lou

  • @stevebyrne4235
    @stevebyrne4235 10 місяців тому +3

    These cars used a rigid body/flexible chassis design first seen in the '65 ful sized Fords, fantastic handling; fabulous detail. Speed limiter for novices who missed a shift!! Thanks guys

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Steve, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. You're welcome, Lou

  • @nealrstevens
    @nealrstevens 10 місяців тому +2

    Anthony, your Torino is the best I've seen, keep it up.

  • @matrox
    @matrox 10 місяців тому +2

    I guy up the street in the next development had one of these in a bronzed brown color in the 1970s. I was never a Torino guy but his did look and sound good. Overtime Torinos have grown on me.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi Nicky, Cars have an amazing way of looking better with age. Glad to read you enjoy this one now, Lou

    • @matrox
      @matrox 10 місяців тому

      @@loucostabile Not that I didn't like the looks, just that back then there was so much more to choose from.

  • @donaldthetruthseeker-es3nu
    @donaldthetruthseeker-es3nu 10 місяців тому +2

    Very nice car. This Torino is the nicest one I seen. Love the green paint with a light green stripe. The 351 Cleveland with a four speed is nice also. Thanks for showing this beautiful car guys.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      "This Torino is the nicest one I seen" High praise. You're welcome Donald.

  • @classicmusclecarexhaust1988
    @classicmusclecarexhaust1988 10 місяців тому +2

    Rarely do I like a green-on-green car, but these Torino’s are an exception. I owned the ‘73 version of this car in the late ‘70’s, but with the more common automatic. There was very little ‘Cobra Jet’ left in that 351 by ‘73, as mine could only muster a 16.8@83 mph at E-town but boy that was a quiet comfortable enjoyable car, especially on the highway. What a great example of a seldom seen car. Great video Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Tom (and JudyAnn), Happy to share this "exception" AL car with you :-) Lou

  • @leonwhildenjr4483
    @leonwhildenjr4483 10 місяців тому +2

    Hey Lou, That’s one sweet Torino!😎👍With the Cleveland and the 4spd You just don’t see them that often. Thanks for sharing Guys!😎👍⭐️🕊🦋🕊🙏✌️🎉🇺🇸

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hey Leon, Happy to read you enjoy this "sweet" car :-) You're right, today, a rare find for sure. You're welcome, Lou

  • @wamps3370
    @wamps3370 10 місяців тому +2

    One of the most beautiful bodies ever created!!! Love it to say the least!!! Thanks for sharing it with all of us!!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      High praise. You're welcome Wamps!!

  • @terryeustice5399
    @terryeustice5399 10 місяців тому +2

    Nice 1972 Torino. Like it. For a 52 year old car. It’s mint. That’s also when I graduated High School. Thanks Lou!
    💯👊👍

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi Terry, Happy to read "It's mint." :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @jerrycook9802
    @jerrycook9802 10 місяців тому +3

    Beautiful! My second car was a 74. It wasn't as powerful. Only had a Windsor and was powder blue. It was a fun car. Thanks Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi Jerry, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @keithshevlin5427
    @keithshevlin5427 10 місяців тому +3

    Sweet ride Lou. All you need is a Goldie lab next to you zipping down the road. Great video

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Keith, Happy to share this "Sweet ride' with you :-) Lou

  • @matthew-emerson-cadmer-7409
    @matthew-emerson-cadmer-7409 10 місяців тому +4

    Nice. 72 Ford Gran Torino, 351 Cubic Inches, 4-Barrel Carburetor by Edelbrock, iconic color and design. Can it get any better? Yes, but we don't care! 😎👍💪

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +4

      Happy to read you enjoy this car :-)

    • @matthew-emerson-cadmer-7409
      @matthew-emerson-cadmer-7409 10 місяців тому +2

      @@loucostabile Thank you! 😎👍💪

    • @KetchLambier
      @KetchLambier 9 місяців тому +2

      Edelbrock made a Carb in early 70s?

    • @matthew-emerson-cadmer-7409
      @matthew-emerson-cadmer-7409 9 місяців тому +2

      @@KetchLambier Oh, I just realized that was the 80s and 90s. I just realized they were actually Carter carburetors. I thought Edelbrock existed back then because in the 1993 film Dazed And Confused, Wooderson said something about a Double-Pump Edelbrock Intake (DPEI).

  • @stevebyrne4235
    @stevebyrne4235 10 місяців тому +2

    Lot's of interesting Ford product in the driveway!
    Go Leafs go!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Happy to share the "Ford products" with you :-)

  • @audieconrad8995
    @audieconrad8995 10 місяців тому +3

    Lou, that '72 is right as rain... A one year body style, 351 Cleveland⚡️🙌🏼, 4 speed, excellent condition.
    Good one Lou...good one.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Audie, Happy to read this one is "right as rain" :-) Lou

  • @supersport57
    @supersport57 10 місяців тому +2

    Awesome Torino!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Great job

  • @motorTranz
    @motorTranz 10 місяців тому +2

    Gorgeous time travel car😍😍😍😍😍 Thanks Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Happy to take you back to 1972 motorTranz :-) You're welcome.

  • @gene978
    @gene978 10 місяців тому +2

    Condition is like 1972 all over again. I always liked the Style of these over the Malibu from 1968 and up to the end of the Torino. I always thought this car had a lot of Class for a mid sized car. Even the 1968 Torino in my eyes looks so classy. Inside & out. I remember so many of these. Perfect Car

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      "Perfect Car" High praise.

  • @ArthurRobertson-ne7ik
    @ArthurRobertson-ne7ik 10 місяців тому +2

    Wow! I am a life long Ford fanatic. This has been a wonderful episode for me. My favorite year and model from the '70s!!! Just fantastic! Thanks to the owner and pesenter for sharing this beautiful car with us that can only experience one of these exceptional examples of American automotive history through your efforts. ❤

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Arthur, Happy to read "Wow! I am a life long Ford fanatic. This has been a wonderful episode for me. My favorite year and model from the '70s!!!" :-) You're welcome. Hope you see many more cars on this UA-cam Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @FloridaBiker-t3b
    @FloridaBiker-t3b 10 місяців тому +7

    One would be hard pressed to find a nicer example..👍

  • @canadaverydry
    @canadaverydry 10 місяців тому +7

    A Beauty!! Green!

  • @budgetaudiophilelife-long5461
    @budgetaudiophilelife-long5461 10 місяців тому +2

    🙋‍♂️ THANKS LOU,ANTHONY ,FOR SHARING ONE SWEET 🍯 RIDE AND ALL GREAT DETAILS…AND I LOVE ❤️ ALL THE GUAGES,AND THE OVERHEAD LIGHTS…WITH THE SPOTS FOR 🗺️ MAP READING 👀💚💚💚

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Budget Audiophile Life-long, Happy to share this "SWEET RIDE" with you :-) Glad to read the details you enjoy. You're welcome, Lou

  • @ManBad88
    @ManBad88 4 місяці тому +2

    The muscle car era was an era of coupes. And the Ford Motor Company had built very nice coupes with Torino, Mercury Cyclone and Cougar. Greetings from a German Muscle Car Fan.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 місяці тому +2

      Hi Bad Man the German Muscle Car Fan, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @petemedina8446
    @petemedina8446 10 місяців тому +2

    That's one great looking car there definitely don't see too many of the perrino GT models and it's got a great motor🎉

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-)

  • @davidhibbs6989
    @davidhibbs6989 9 місяців тому +3

    Very beautiful car Lou. Pride of ownership shows ❤

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  9 місяців тому +2

      Hi David, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Lou

  • @RustBeltLife
    @RustBeltLife 10 місяців тому +2

    That’s a beautiful car. My 72 had the 351cj and 4 speed but decided it needed a coyote and 6 speed

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi RustBeltLife, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Glad to read you had a fun one too, Lou

  • @DanEBoyd
    @DanEBoyd 10 місяців тому +2

    Influenced by Bunkie Knudsen, if I'm not mistaken.
    This is another car which makes one marvel at how many of them were on the roads in the 1970s, compared to how many still exist today.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi Dan, So rare to see one today. Happy to share this one with you :-) Lou

  • @islanddon865
    @islanddon865 10 місяців тому +2

    Had a company 73 Gran Torino with a 429 Cobra Jet (de-tuned).

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Island Don, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your company car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @sammym.belfastchild
    @sammym.belfastchild 6 місяців тому +1

    Absolutely a beautiful Gran Torino , one of my favorite Ford's in that gorgeous Ivy green .
    Cheers , thank you for sharing..

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 місяців тому +2

      Hi Sammy M., Happy to read you appreciate the looks of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome. I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @CJColvin
    @CJColvin 10 місяців тому +2

    Very beautiful clean 72 Ford Gran Torino brother

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi CJ Colvin, Happy to read you enjoy the condition of this car :-) Lou

    • @CJColvin
      @CJColvin 10 місяців тому

      @@loucostabile Thanks brother

  • @seanmcfadden6600
    @seanmcfadden6600 10 місяців тому +1

    What a beautiful Gran Torino Sport! That color is sooo nice. And the Cleveland/Hurst 4 speed rocks! Thanks Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Sean, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @DrRobertMPick
    @DrRobertMPick 10 місяців тому +4

    Nice!

  • @MOHA-G27
    @MOHA-G27 10 місяців тому +4

    My dream car

  • @MikeBaxter-n6m
    @MikeBaxter-n6m 10 місяців тому +2

    One of my dream cars one of the most beautiful ever built

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Happy to read "One of my dream cars one of the most beautiful ever built" :-) High praise.

  • @TorinodaveBoss351c
    @TorinodaveBoss351c 7 місяців тому +1

    I'm so happy to see this video, i was parked next to Tony at the Fairlane Club of America show in St.Louis in 2003, very happy to see he still owns his. I owned my 72 for 40 years and 4 months and sold it with 14,455 miles on it. Two thumbs up buddy!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi TorinodaveBoss351c, Happy to read you were next to this car at a car show :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @Merylstreep1949
    @Merylstreep1949 10 місяців тому +2

    The hose says RAD, i couldn't agree more❤

  • @nojnoj3069
    @nojnoj3069 10 місяців тому +1

    Hi Lou. It's always a pleasure watching your videos. As for this outstanding automobile, wow! This to me is a mans car. Big loud powerful and you need some fast hands for when it gets a bit squirly after you put your foot down too hard. This could be one of the best of the best for sure.....26 year custodian. This man loves this vehicle for sure. I thank the Lord for guy's like Anthony and you Lou. Without you, this world would be so boring......."ear to ear grin everytime"...... awesome!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi cymatics, High praise. Happy to read "ear to ear grin everytime" :-) NICE! Glad you're along for the ride, Lou

  • @skxj
    @skxj 10 місяців тому +2

    Ford always had some nice green shades back in the day.

  • @bruceh92
    @bruceh92 10 місяців тому +1

    Sharp looking car, wow! Love the color and side stripe and magnum 500 wheels, hood scoop - all complement a great looking body. Great stuff Lou and thanks!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Bruce H. Happy to read "Sharp looking car, wow!" :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @tonydagostino6158
    @tonydagostino6158 10 місяців тому +2

    So reminiscent of the Eastwood movie. Wasn't his a darker shade of green? Really nice restoration

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Tony, Not sure if Clint's was darker green. Hoping a Viewer can share knowledge. Glad you enjoy this restoration, Lou

    • @stansdds
      @stansdds 4 місяці тому

      Pretty sure the Gran Torino Sport used in the movie was paint code 4Q, Dark Metallic Green. In the 1980's I had one in the same dark metallic green paint.

  • @Ikeebeabuchi
    @Ikeebeabuchi 10 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for another unique car presentation. Love the color, wheels, and overall appearance

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Ike, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @FrankDux-rq7go
    @FrankDux-rq7go 10 місяців тому +3

    I just watched the movie Gran Torino on Saturday.

  • @jaeshin
    @jaeshin 8 місяців тому +1

    What an amazing example.. and love the 4 speed and the hood scoop!.. unique it is…

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  8 місяців тому +1

      Happy to read you enjoy this "amazing example" :-)

  • @roberthirshfield3571
    @roberthirshfield3571 10 місяців тому +2

    Beautiful car

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-)

    • @roberthirshfield3571
      @roberthirshfield3571 10 місяців тому

      @@loucostabile I have a 71 mu 351 Cleveland build like a boss

  • @AnnoyedCoastalBeach-nl4tm
    @AnnoyedCoastalBeach-nl4tm 10 місяців тому +2

    Always loved the 72 best 73 grill was not as nice wish I could afford one if I could find it

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Annoyed Coastal Beach, Happy to read "Always loved the 72 best" :-) Lou

  • @ScarlettFire341
    @ScarlettFire341 10 місяців тому +2

    Great Locker and a great specimen !

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Happy to read you enjoy this "great specimen !" :-)

  • @rancherodan5152
    @rancherodan5152 10 місяців тому +2

    Lookin good bro!

  • @billmagorian490
    @billmagorian490 10 місяців тому +2

    Lou you covered the instructions that were in the interior but blew by the radio that i think had a cassette player. You mention the console and emblem but fail to mention any functional console details. Lou you drive me crazy! Other than the video of the interior you did an awesome job on the exterior.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Bill, "Lou you drive me crazy!" My wife used to say when we were dating...in a good way, and now she just kinda nags, well like you :-)

    • @ScottShawPhoto
      @ScottShawPhoto 10 місяців тому

      He has an eight track tape player.

  • @2509498788
    @2509498788 10 місяців тому +2

    Awesome car..

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Happy to read "Awesome car" :-)

  • @matrox
    @matrox 10 місяців тому +3

    All 4 car makers being GM, Ford, Chrysler and AMC offered the Magnum 500 rims as an option in the late 60s and early 70s.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Nicky, Thanks for viewing and sharing your knowledge, Lou

  • @hiitsstillme
    @hiitsstillme 10 місяців тому +2

    Nice car, for sure, many thanks. Didn't you do one just like it a few years ago? That ram air is uber-rare on these, most you see are made up from other year/model parts.
    If you have to have one, this would be it.
    👍

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi 1969, You are paying attention. Nice work! Yes, this car has been featured before, however we did not take it for a ride, and there are a few more updates to the restoration, Lou

  • @danielwillliams9669
    @danielwillliams9669 9 місяців тому +1

    I have seen this car before and it is absolutely amazing. Love the functional scope! Just Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This just never gets old. Of course I would like it in Black!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  9 місяців тому +2

      Hi Daniel, Happy to read "Just Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" :-)

  • @brianjensen7985
    @brianjensen7985 10 місяців тому +1

    WOW! Sweet ride. Where is Walt Kowalski?

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Happy to share this "Sweet ride." :-)

  • @sly2392
    @sly2392 10 місяців тому +2

    great video as always lou. i just cant get enough of watching your videos of great classic automobiles. still waiting for the video of a late model chrysler minivan. LOL. JUST JOKING LOU.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi sly 23, Happy to read you're enjoying the videos with me :-) It's funny you share "late model Chrysler minivan", because I was convinced I would not video station wagons as they are "technically" not cars. However a Friend convinced me to video his, and it had GREAT success, so now I'm looking for good station wagons too :-) Maybe Minivan in the future? If the demand is there, you never know, Lou

    • @sly2392
      @sly2392 10 місяців тому

      i think everyone is a car person. because from time to time we all have gas. LOL. @@loucostabile

  • @stansdds
    @stansdds 4 місяці тому +1

    What a great looking Gran Torino Sport! I had one back in the 1980's, but mine was not a Cobra Jet, not even a 351C-2V. No, mine was saddled with the 400-2V engine. With lots of machining and parts, I did build a replacement 400 that was a real tire melter. I sold it in the mid 90's, really miss that car.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 місяці тому +2

      Hi stansdds, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @leroycaudill96
    @leroycaudill96 10 місяців тому +1

    My boss bought a twin same everything in blue in 1972 nice car thanks Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Leroy, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Bosses car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @clevejason
    @clevejason 10 місяців тому +2

    Wow that’s a beauty

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Jason, Happy to read you appreciate the looks of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @harryhahn7824
    @harryhahn7824 10 місяців тому +1

    Very nice! I have had a 73 4-speed Gran Torino Sport for the past 48 years. I bought it from the original owner with 11 thousand miles on. It has close to 39 thousand miles on now. Not resorted, but just about as nice as that. I have the original window sticker and all the paperwork.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi Harry, Happy to read you have a cool car too. Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @СергійШамін
    @СергійШамін 10 місяців тому +2

    Класне авто! Цікава історія! Двигун чудовий!Дякую!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      HI Сергій, Thanks for sharing "Cool car! An interesting story! The engine is great! " :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @oldblueshhrchannel1847
    @oldblueshhrchannel1847 10 місяців тому +1

    Great car Lou! Thanks so much.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Oldblue’s HHR channel, Happy to share this "Great car" :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @markkimball1569
    @markkimball1569 10 місяців тому +2

    Sipper nice car. To be honest like everything about it. My wife had 1. Her 1st car had a 302 boss so she says. 112 pound 😂 red head lead foot 🇺🇸

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi Mark, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Wifes car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @samuelmorado70
    @samuelmorado70 10 місяців тому +1

    I had a Red 72 and black vinyl top. 351 CJ but it had a Holley 4 barrel and side pipes. Beautiful car. Automatic

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Samuel, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your red car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @daniellatimer1876
    @daniellatimer1876 8 місяців тому +1

    My parents former neighbor had a son with a 73 Gran Torino, this body style. I remember it in the late 1970's. His was black with gold stripes down the side, and black interior.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  8 місяців тому +2

      Hi Daniel, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your parents former neighbors sons car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @ror312gallery19
    @ror312gallery19 10 місяців тому +1

    just lovely, thanks gentle men, cheers from torino, italy, robert

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi Robert, How nice to drive this Torino in Torino Italy :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @billyfoster3223
    @billyfoster3223 10 місяців тому +1

    Great story, Lou! A childhood friend of mines parents had one in medium blue with a blue interior. May have had a 351 Windsor V-8, but was definitely an automatic. Rode to school in it a time or two! Cheers!😁👍🛠️🔧

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  10 місяців тому +1

      Hi Billy, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your childhood friends parents car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Cheers, Lou

  • @williamgreen1489
    @williamgreen1489 10 місяців тому +2

    To me this is the ultimate Torino!