I'm not sure what I appreciate more. Your high level of expertise when making a video. Or the excellent cars you share with us. Both top notch. And we all benefit.
My thoughts exactly. I have owned three first generation Toronados, currently driving a '67, and this guy had lots of information I never knew about before. He definitely knows what he's talking about.
At 18:16, you point out the single chamber master cylinder. Interestingly, due to watching this video yesterday, I got some other Toronado video recommendations today, of which one is about the inherent unsafe single chamber cylinder (search for "Toronado Tragedy"). So please, for your safety and further enjoyment of this beautiful car, consider updating the brake system to a dual chamber.
Bill Mitchell was the VP of design. The ‘66 Toronado was designed by the incomparable David North. He appeared with Jay Leno. The video can be found by googling Jay Leno and David North.
Facts! "Introduced in 1966 with a shape vaguely reminiscent of a purportedly female Soviet discus hurler, the Olds Toronado never made much of a sales mark until it's image was changed from muscle to svelte in 1971."
I'm soon to be 87yrs old in May, but I can still fondly remember riding in one of beautiful automobiles in 1967 while working in the Los Angeles are. It was owned by the Grant Piston Rings and it not only had the front engine but it also has a twin mounted in the rear as well.....they could operate singly or in tandem. The rear seat was about six inches further forward and of course there were vent louvers in the trunk, otherwise it was very inconspicuous. I think if memory serves me correctly, the combined horsepower was 800+ ....I was in it when both were on and let me tell you it was invigorating. Great car! Thank you for the video
That's a beautiful vehicle. I had a '67 Deluxe that I owned may years. It was my 5th grade teacher's car that she owned for over 20 years. She had sold it to a man who put it out in a field where it sat for years so it had to have a refurb. It was a pleasure to drive and it turned a lot of heads.
The styling of the 1966 Toronado is timeless. 1966 - 1967 were peak years with regards to GM build quality before cost cutting and the implementation of a new management structure a.k.a. General Motors Assembly Division or GMAD. For the workforce in Lansing these were happier times, which to me meant better cars.
Such a truly beautiful example of this car, in a wonderful monochromatic color scheme! Autumn Bronze and Dubonnet are my two favorite colors for these cars. I look forward to the test drive very much, Adam.
Man love that Toronado. You were pretty close to me! Im in WA. I love the Toronados and Eldorados. Nothing like them. Those body lines fit every part of it perfectly. The monster low end torque from big block with the FWD and long gears. Feels like no other car ive been in. My Toronado never left the town i got it in until i got it. The family I got it from drove it to church and to town for groceries. Parked in 81 and sat until the grandson got it. Then to me.
'66 Toro & Riviera are 2 of the most beautifully designed automobiles ever ! The '67 Eldo too !!! There will NEVER, IMO, be any automobile as gorgeous as these 3. Thank-you GM. Steve
Congrats Adam, you now have the triptych of the ‘66 Toronado, ‘67 Eldorado and that stunning ‘67 Riviera. Absolutely, 1966-1967 was the pinnacle of GM stylists’ designs (the ‘66 Impala, ‘66 Catalina 2 + 2 and Grand Prix were also extremely gorgeous. I know you like your ‘65 but the ‘66 definitely more aggressive). The slam of that Olds/GM door, like a symphony.
A friend of mine had a car like this. I had a chance to ride in it from Houghton MI to Saginaw MI, a trip of about 500 miles. This was in 1978. The roads were covered in snow. I remember it being so secure and composed over those winter roads. Up to that time, I had never experienced a ride that good in an automobile. I am sure that car is long gone, as it was used as a daily driver back in the day. It is nice to see such a well preserved example.
Omg you're KILLING ME with these great videos of cars I've admired and had over many years...i now want one again lol, and with every video i watch of yours, the more i realize just how awesome these masterpieces actually were.... and we drove them as they were meant to be driven! Donuts in snow for hours....tear up the roads...like lions these cars were. And as comfortable and easy to drive as anything. And!! WE WERE EXPERTS AT PARALLEL PARKING! People watched in awe as you 3point parked your titanic on the first go.... that was a proud thing to do!
Beautiful! A neighbor of ours when I was a kid had one. He would cut corners while blasting up the hill in our neighborhood smoking a giant cigar and laughing hysterically. It’s a miracle he didn’t run us over when we were riding our skateboards!
When I was a kid , maybe 8 yrs old , there was a Toronado identical to this one that we passed everyday on the bus route to school . I always knew it was something special . Funny thing is , I thought the name plate on the back said Tornado 😊
Bought a 1972 Toronado off showroom floor...Since then (52 years) and several new cars, the 72 Oldsmobile Toronado was by far the best vehicle I have ever owned... Total Class.
This was a car from my childhood. I noticed that when you showed the cars interior and didn’t know it was a hardtop you’d swear it looked like a convertible. Beautiful car
This was the first car I remember as a child and my father told me recently that he started buying Oldsmobiles partly because I got so excited every time I saw one (his first was a 1968 Vista Cruiser).
Older cars do so well here in Seattle and Portland. Recently, I saw a Toro parked on the street and was pleased. Congratulations on this excellent buy!
I covet your Toronado. The 66-67 Toros have always been one of my favorites, probably top three. The design is purely elegant yet unmistakably masculine...the taut skin seems to be pulled tight over the bulging, muscular wheel arches. Yours is as I would have ordered one appearance-wise....the deep, rich metallic red color with matching interior (the same scheme used in the introductory ads that ran in 1965-66) made for an absolutely stunning car back then, and IMHO, even more so today.
The only interior I have seen which looks very good was a bucket seat and center console model. The base interior was pure Chevy. Cars in the 20s and 30s had those kind of speedometers. Nothing new. See "What its Like".
My grandmas neighbor had one of these & remember how beautiful it was. It was not new (this was in '76) but there was something about it that I (8 years old then) really liked. They don't make them like that anymore.
I was in sixth grade when this car came out. A neighbor of ours bought one in this very color. In a town of 10K, it was a sensation, looking like nothing else including the new Riviera. Always amazing how GM could make their different brands look so different. I remember riding a few times in this '66 and being fascinated with the rolling drum but also the massive gas pedal! And, of course, no vent windows--we all thought that was so radical.
The lawyer down the street was on retainer at a large Olds dealership. He got a new Tornado almost every year. I have seen them all. His 66/67 was kind of a blah sand color. Another neighbor owned a funeral home. He got a new grey Cadillac every year. The old witch down the street had one of those huge tailfin Cads which she drove forever. The guy across the street drove a Rambler Classic forever. Another guy a Mk. III. Kind of a wierd mix. The bowling alley owner always had big Pontiac station wagons.
THAT is THE car my mother owned in 1966 and in which I took my first driver’s license test (passed). Well not the exact vehicle, because hers had white seats with black carpet. What a magnificent car that was … maybe except for the brakes. As I recall, the ‘66 grille was meant to be evocative of the Cord grill.
I had a nice Ocean Mist/Turquoise '66 Toronado in the mid-90s. Unfortunately, it was totaled from an engine fire due to the sticking float issue on early Quadrajets. I miss that car. Bought an equally nice '69 Eldorado a few years later, but I still preferred the Toronado. Maybe it's time for a '67 Riviera! Thanks for sharing Adam, I also love Autumn Bronze!
Adam, I am ecstatic for you that you scored this iconic 66 Toro! Absolutely beautiful car. I have always loved the Autumn Bronze on 1966 Olds Toranodas and A bodies 442. Chevrolet also had this color combo in 1966 and called it Aztec Bronze. Don't recall any other GM divisions offering this one year only color, I just have only thought it was so rich and appropriate for this era of GM vehicles.
What a beautiful car! I don't remember their being lot of these around in the late 60's when I was a little kid but that's probably because they were so expensive. I am a little surprised that power windows were not standard at that price point because I believe they were on the Olds 98 LS.
Great1966 Toronado, definitely one of the nicest cars of the 60's made by olds. The handling was phenomenal and it is definitely one of the icon of the 60's american automobiles
My buddies dad bought one in this color when they first came out . We kids all got a ride in it . Mr. Hays took us around the block the long way and when it was safe got on the gas . Yes what pickup it had . By the way we all belonged to a 57 Chevy club , 5 of us so yes we were old enough to appreciate the ride . In a word. Wow . 21:37
I remember that most boys and some girls were “car crazy” in the late 60’s through early 70’s and how excited we would all get when we saw one of these. One of my teachers had one and we all just stopped and stared when he drove past. I remember seeing this color most often and also a turquoise now and then. I remember the adults saying we didn’t see the car anymore in the mid-70’s because it was a gas hog!
Adam, Like many others, I prefer the styling of your 1965 Pontiac Bonneville.😍 As a bonus, the Bonneville's 421 engine powers the right set of wheels. Having established that, this Toronado is the one FWD Oldsmobile in your collection that truly merits the description 'Classic'. 😁😁
Beautiful car! I think that my 1982 Malibu classic in redwood metallic is the best looking car for the 1982 model year. I still remember the day my dad brought it home new.
Hi Adam… Ton from Farmington Hills here. I am a huge fan of your channel, and huge fan of your ‘66 Toronado! Always look forward to you latest episodes.
My grandfather thought this car was the be all to end all of He talked about it constantly although he never owned one he just thought it was the greatest car ever built now after watching your video, I can understand why thanks for sharing this beautiful automobile! Are
I have always loved old Oldsmobiles. My all time favorite is the 1957 Super 88 hardtop. That three piece rear window is amazing and I would love to see you and one of your stylist friends talk about this one year beauty.
Beautiful car. I remember when they came out. The only thing I didn’t like were the reverse dish wheels which to me looked like they were more appropriate on a gravel truck than a luxury car. Other than that I loved it. Congratulations on the acquisition.
Hello Adam, this 66 Oldsmobile Toronado is spectacular!!! You have a good solid car here, an excellent addition to your stable!!! Thanks for sharing this exciting video!!! 👍👍🙂
I love the Toronado (first gen), they are just such well made and engineered autos. So good looking, well ahead of its time and has aged better than most cars of that era. Cheers from Calgary.
Had a '67 Tornado. There were some improvements for '67. I had the much needed, Kelsey -Hayes front disc brakes. There was also improved CV joints up front. The Toro always got lots of looks when driving. People would yell at us, "What's that", referring to what kind of car it was. Finally I got personalized plates that said " 67 TORO".
Thank you Adam. I still find it interesting when you discuss the things shared with other GM cars and how they managed to make different cars sharing so many parts. You will invest and correct the things that need to be done. It will be interesting to see your Toronado once it is done. I do thank you for sharing the upgrades and plans as well. I am happy for you and your purchase. I hope to have my 1991-1992 non Trofeo Toronado in due time.
At least back then, an effort was made to differentiate cars that shared the same platform, and create some exciting designs while maintaining economies of scale with certain design concepts and manufacturing methods.
Congratulations on finding THEE '66 Toro! That's the "centerfold". Now that you've got her, I'll be more than happy to take that shabby old Connie Mk.III off your hands 😁 Cheers!
The Color Combo is Perfect. I love the interior, especially the steering wheel. Negative no power accessories or Air Conditioning, Positive, less weight and drag on the engine. A Performance Toronado. ;-) Jay Leno would be swapping out the drums for Brembo four wheel discs... I love them stock.
A great, informative, and entertaining review by a knowledgeable aficionado. Particularly interesting are the styling comparisons you pointed out between this Olds Toronado, the Buick Riviera, and the Cadillac Eldorado of the mid 1960’s. (Last year I sold my ‘64 Riviera after 18 years of happy ownership.. I know how you feel)😊
My father worked at Oldsmobile in Lansing and helped introduce the Toronado in 1966. I remember when he drew me a sketch of it before the first one was manufactured. My family grew up with Toronados. I personally worked there as well & had a 1975 Toronado Broughm. Sweet cars. I miss Oldsmobiles. They made some nice cars back then! 98 Regency, Starfire. Vista Cruiser, etc.
I had one- massive room in the front floorboard without the trans. tunnel. Smooth riding car- smoother than a Caddy Eldo, in my opinion. Great look as well. Mine was silver colored, I think it had a 425 motor, and was 10 years old when I bought it from my brother.
That old Tumbler Speedometer My Dad owned a 70 with the ugly duckling front grille, and a beast 400hp/500lb ft torque SAE gross rated, 455 cid Olds Rocket 8. I could cruise in that car at 140mph with the AC on full blast for all of the 28 gallons of range that the car would give me. Never cruised that fast, 135mph for 40 miles though. The body of the Toronado died of rust. But in 1986, my Dad sold that engine for $350 to a kid that put it into his olds cutlass. And the motor had 150k on it back then. The kid ran the same engine in that cutlass for 5 years. Then the car was scrapped. That was a great engine. Well maintained by Dad and the kid. Still love these cars. 10mpg or 12 This 66 is a lovely car.
When i was a kid in the early 70s these were right up there with AMC big boats as being butt ugly lol. Now that im getting old my tastes have changed. Its a beautiful car. Great acquisition Adam.
Hallo Adam thank you so much i like your program the most Beautifull cars i always loved American cars since i was born in 16.8.60 at 15 years my Mom gave me a 1958 Buick Special i am in South Africa we also had the following American Cars 1964 Ford Fairline 500 Ltd 1968 Ford Galaxy 500 Ltd Closed Headlights 1966 Buick Reveira Gs with Bucket Seats Shifter for Auto Box on the floor 1970 Olds 98 Regency and the Australian Caprice Classic 1978 308ci V8 a Luxury car for Sure keep the good work up i would like a 1958 Buick Roadmaster but in Sa such a cat with our weak rand against the Dollar at a rate of Zar 18.50 tp a Dollar a car lik this will set you back in the Region op Zar 500.000 with a Salary of zar 20.000 per month i jusy cant Aford. Enjoyed your Nice cars greetings from Sa
Hi Adam. That’s a beautiful car and I love the color, inside and out, which seems to be uncommon. I’m a little surprised that the deluxe did not come standard with power windows, especially given the high cost. I also really like the dual snorkel air intake. I always appreciate when you provide some historical facts and figures, like the pricing, model line up, and comparison amongst the competition. It really helps with putting it into context which makes the discussion so much more interesting and informative. I wonder why the volume of units in 1967 was 50% lower than the ‘66, unless the ‘67 Eldorado cannibalized the Olds Toronado units. Great video and thanks for sharing!
I keep reading old Cadillacs had roll down windows as base. Mine does'nt have cruise although it has level ride which was very expensive. Why buy a Cadillac if it does'nt have everything?
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That color combination is super gorgeous and the 66 front end has soooo much more character than the 67 "facelift"
Absolutely stunning, indeed
I agree with you entirely.
@@bobhill3941 Totaly agree!
@@morgandollar7146 Thanks
Up till now I never noticed..
I'm not sure what I appreciate more. Your high level of expertise when making a video. Or the excellent cars you share with us. Both top notch. And we all benefit.
Thx!
My thoughts exactly. I have owned three first generation Toronados, currently driving a '67, and this guy had lots of information I never knew about before. He definitely knows what he's talking about.
At 18:16, you point out the single chamber master cylinder. Interestingly, due to watching this video yesterday, I got some other Toronado video recommendations today, of which one is about the inherent unsafe single chamber cylinder (search for "Toronado Tragedy"). So please, for your safety and further enjoyment of this beautiful car, consider updating the brake system to a dual chamber.
I think the wheels are my favorite part. The throwback design to the old cords of the 30s is a nice little detail.
My favorite Toronado, always admired how Bill Mitchell made cars that looked liked Show/Concept cars!
Jay Leno interviewed the designer of his Toronado. Not Mitchell as I understand.
Bill Mitchell was the VP of design. The ‘66 Toronado was designed by the incomparable David North. He appeared with Jay Leno. The video can be found by googling Jay Leno and David North.
Facts!
"Introduced in 1966 with a shape vaguely reminiscent of a purportedly female Soviet discus hurler, the Olds Toronado never made much of a sales mark until it's image was changed from muscle to svelte in 1971."
I'm soon to be 87yrs old in May, but I can still fondly remember riding in one of beautiful automobiles in 1967 while working in the Los Angeles are. It was owned by the Grant Piston Rings and it not only had the front engine but it also has a twin mounted in the rear as well.....they could operate singly or in tandem. The rear seat was about six inches further forward and of course there were vent louvers in the trunk, otherwise it was very inconspicuous. I think if memory serves me correctly, the combined horsepower was 800+ ....I was in it when both were on and let me tell you it was invigorating. Great car! Thank you for the video
Beautiful car, beautiful home !
That's a beautiful vehicle. I had a '67 Deluxe that I owned may years. It was my 5th grade teacher's car that she owned for over 20 years. She had sold it to a man who put it out in a field where it sat for years so it had to have a refurb. It was a pleasure to drive and it turned a lot of heads.
The styling of the 1966 Toronado is timeless. 1966 - 1967 were peak years with regards to GM build quality before cost cutting and the implementation of a new management structure a.k.a. General Motors Assembly Division or GMAD. For the workforce in Lansing these were happier times, which to me meant better cars.
UAW was very powerful then.
@@rogersmith7396 I hope the UAW didn't decide to make the later models look like catfish!
Beautiful, interesting and historically important car. Like the carb-priming advice at the end!
Such a truly beautiful example of this car, in a wonderful monochromatic color scheme! Autumn Bronze and Dubonnet are my two favorite colors for these cars. I look forward to the test drive very much, Adam.
When I was 16 this was my dream car. It was like nothing else at the time, especially with V8 FWD and appeared on every auto magazine cover.
Man love that Toronado. You were pretty close to me! Im in WA. I love the Toronados and Eldorados. Nothing like them. Those body lines fit every part of it perfectly. The monster low end torque from big block with the FWD and long gears. Feels like no other car ive been in. My Toronado never left the town i got it in until i got it. The family I got it from drove it to church and to town for groceries. Parked in 81 and sat until the grandson got it. Then to me.
'66 Toro & Riviera are 2 of the most beautifully designed automobiles ever !
The '67 Eldo too !!!
There will NEVER, IMO, be any automobile as gorgeous as these 3.
Thank-you GM.
Steve
Wow, you also own one of these, and what a beautiful example!
His set is now complete.
Terrific video on a stunning car! You are so right about that great color as well! Color me green with envy, Adam. Enjoy!
YES!
"The 1st generation Toronado paved the way for the 2nd generation Toronado which was the greatest of all Toronados"
Detroit does 'brutish' well. Love this design as well as every brutish muscle car and high swagger luxury coupe / sedan from the D3.
Congrats Adam, you now have the triptych of the ‘66 Toronado, ‘67 Eldorado and that stunning ‘67 Riviera. Absolutely, 1966-1967 was the pinnacle of GM stylists’ designs (the ‘66 Impala, ‘66 Catalina 2 + 2 and Grand Prix were also extremely gorgeous. I know you like your ‘65 but the ‘66 definitely more aggressive). The slam of that Olds/GM door, like a symphony.
A friend of mine had a car like this. I had a chance to ride in it from Houghton MI to Saginaw MI, a trip of about 500 miles. This was in 1978. The roads were covered in snow. I remember it being so secure and composed over those winter roads. Up to that time, I had never experienced a ride that good in an automobile. I am sure that car is long gone, as it was used as a daily driver back in the day.
It is nice to see such a well preserved example.
What a lovely find! Thank you for taking care of, and preserving this gem!
Omg you're KILLING ME with these great videos of cars I've admired and had over many years...i now want one again lol, and with every video i watch of yours, the more i realize just how awesome these masterpieces actually were.... and we drove them as they were meant to be driven! Donuts in snow for hours....tear up the roads...like lions these cars were. And as comfortable and easy to drive as anything. And!! WE WERE EXPERTS AT PARALLEL PARKING! People watched in awe as you 3point parked your titanic on the first go.... that was a proud thing to do!
A real work of Art, and that color is just utterly fantastic!
Beautiful! A neighbor of ours when I was a kid had one. He would cut corners while blasting up the hill in our neighborhood smoking a giant cigar and laughing hysterically. It’s a miracle he didn’t run us over when we were riding our skateboards!
When I was a kid , maybe 8 yrs old , there was a Toronado identical to this one that we passed everyday on the bus route to school . I always knew it was something special . Funny thing is , I thought the name plate on the back said Tornado 😊
Another gorgeous example . Thx for sharing
Bought a 1972 Toronado off showroom floor...Since then (52 years) and several new cars, the 72 Oldsmobile Toronado was by far the best vehicle I have ever owned... Total Class.
Great vid, that is an absolutely beautiful Toronado!!!!
An amazing car. You have great taste! So glad you are procuring these vehicles and keeping them in your collection so they don't degrade.
Beautiful car.
This was a car from my childhood.
I noticed that when you showed the cars interior and didn’t know it was a hardtop you’d swear it looked like a convertible.
Beautiful car
This was the first car I remember as a child and my father told me recently that he started buying Oldsmobiles partly because I got so excited every time I saw one (his first was a 1968 Vista Cruiser).
I remember reading Motor Trend's Car of the Year article on this car. They loved the high speed performance and they ran it out of gas!
One of my absolute favourite cars. Really beautiful lines. And with a powerfull V8. Wish I could own one some day. Thank´s for a very nice review.
Older cars do so well here in Seattle and Portland. Recently, I saw a Toro parked on the street and was pleased.
Congratulations on this excellent buy!
better than any new car today. Way ahead of its time
I covet your Toronado. The 66-67 Toros have always been one of my favorites, probably top three. The design is purely elegant yet unmistakably masculine...the taut skin seems to be pulled tight over the bulging, muscular wheel arches. Yours is as I would have ordered one appearance-wise....the deep, rich metallic red color with matching interior (the same scheme used in the introductory ads that ran in 1965-66) made for an absolutely stunning car back then, and IMHO, even more so today.
The only interior I have seen which looks very good was a bucket seat and center console model. The base interior was pure Chevy. Cars in the 20s and 30s had those kind of speedometers. Nothing new. See "What its Like".
YES!
"The 1st generation Toronado paved the way for the 2nd generation Toronado which was the greatest of all Toronados"
I drove in a '66 Tornado in 1968 from Chicago to Milwaukee as a lad, I remember it well
My grandmas neighbor had one of these & remember how beautiful it was.
It was not new (this was in '76) but there was something about it that I (8 years old then) really liked.
They don't make them like that anymore.
Man I LOVE that color combo!
I was in sixth grade when this car came out. A neighbor of ours bought one in this very color. In a town of 10K, it was a sensation, looking like nothing else including the new Riviera. Always amazing how GM could make their different brands look so different. I remember riding a few times in this '66 and being fascinated with the rolling drum but also the massive gas pedal! And, of course, no vent windows--we all thought that was so radical.
The lawyer down the street was on retainer at a large Olds dealership. He got a new Tornado almost every year. I have seen them all. His 66/67 was kind of a blah sand color. Another neighbor owned a funeral home. He got a new grey Cadillac every year. The old witch down the street had one of those huge tailfin Cads which she drove forever. The guy across the street drove a Rambler Classic forever. Another guy a Mk. III. Kind of a wierd mix. The bowling alley owner always had big Pontiac station wagons.
THAT is THE car my mother owned in 1966 and in which I took my first driver’s license test (passed). Well not the exact vehicle, because hers had white seats with black carpet. What a magnificent car that was … maybe except for the brakes. As I recall, the ‘66 grille was meant to be evocative of the Cord grill.
People now doubt that the US was ever the greatest carmaker in the world. But this is proof.
One of the most beautiful Oldsmobile designs ever, it was truly a ground breaking car! The color is fabulous!😎
Such a beauty of a car. Waaaay nicer looking than the '67 model. Glad this example is a good one, and glad you are pleased with it!
Congratulations Adam, It’s beautiful and once up and running it’s going to be one spectacular classic
I had a nice Ocean Mist/Turquoise '66 Toronado in the mid-90s. Unfortunately, it was totaled from an engine fire due to the sticking float issue on early Quadrajets. I miss that car. Bought an equally nice '69 Eldorado a few years later, but I still preferred the Toronado. Maybe it's time for a '67 Riviera! Thanks for sharing Adam, I also love Autumn Bronze!
Those knife-edge front fenders are even more unique, and beautiful than the distinctive wheel arches.
Adam, I am ecstatic for you that you scored this iconic 66 Toro! Absolutely beautiful car. I have always loved the Autumn Bronze on 1966 Olds Toranodas and A bodies 442. Chevrolet also had this color combo in 1966 and called it Aztec Bronze. Don't recall any other GM divisions offering this one year only color, I just have only thought it was so rich and appropriate for this era of GM vehicles.
Great car with a beautiful design! 🌟💯👍❤️
I agree!!!!!! 👍👍👍👍
What a beautiful car! I don't remember their being lot of these around in the late 60's when I was a little kid but that's probably because they were so expensive. I am a little surprised that power windows were not standard at that price point because I believe they were on the Olds 98 LS.
Very sweet car - and as usual you present with dignity and wisdom.
Great1966 Toronado, definitely one of the nicest cars of the 60's made by olds. The handling was phenomenal and it is definitely one of the icon of the 60's american automobiles
My buddies dad bought one in this color when they first came out . We kids all got a ride in it . Mr. Hays took us around the block the long way and when it was safe got on the gas . Yes what pickup it had . By the way we all belonged to a 57 Chevy club , 5 of us so yes we were old enough to appreciate the ride . In a word. Wow . 21:37
I remember that most boys and some girls were “car crazy” in the late 60’s through early 70’s and how excited we would all get when we saw one of these. One of my teachers had one and we all just stopped and stared when he drove past. I remember seeing this color most often and also a turquoise now and then. I remember the adults saying we didn’t see the car anymore in the mid-70’s because it was a gas hog!
Adam, Like many others, I prefer the styling of your 1965 Pontiac Bonneville.😍 As a bonus, the Bonneville's 421 engine powers the right set of wheels. Having established that, this Toronado is the one FWD Oldsmobile in your collection that truly merits the description 'Classic'. 😁😁
Beautiful car! I think that my 1982 Malibu classic in redwood metallic is the best looking car for the 1982 model year. I still remember the day my dad brought it home new.
Hi Adam… Ton from Farmington Hills here. I am a huge fan of your channel, and huge fan of your ‘66 Toronado! Always look forward to you latest episodes.
Thx!
Ive had a 66, 67 and 68 Tornado, they do look brutish, and they act it! Best cars I've ever had.
My grandfather thought this car was the be all to end all of He talked about it constantly although he never owned one he just thought it was the greatest car ever built now after watching your video, I can understand why thanks for sharing this beautiful automobile! Are
I have wanted one of these all my life!
I have always loved old Oldsmobiles. My all time favorite is the 1957 Super 88 hardtop. That three piece rear window is amazing and I would love to see you and one of your stylist friends talk about this one year beauty.
Beautiful car. I remember when they came out. The only thing I didn’t like were the reverse dish wheels which to me looked like they were more appropriate on a gravel truck than a luxury car. Other than that I loved it. Congratulations on the acquisition.
Hello Adam, this 66 Oldsmobile Toronado is spectacular!!! You have a good solid car here, an excellent addition to your stable!!! Thanks for sharing this exciting video!!! 👍👍🙂
THE '66 WAS A GREAT LOOKING CAR. MY FAVORITE WAS IT'S COMPANION, THE 1966 BUICK RIVIERA. I JUST LIKED THE SMOOTHER LINE OF THE BUICK.
I love the Toronado (first gen), they are just such well made and engineered autos. So good looking, well ahead of its time and has aged better than most cars of that era. Cheers from Calgary.
Had a '67 Tornado. There were some improvements for '67. I had the much needed, Kelsey -Hayes front disc brakes. There was also improved CV joints up front. The Toro always got lots of looks when driving. People would yell at us, "What's that", referring to what kind of car it was. Finally I got personalized plates that said " 67 TORO".
67 was still better than the catfish GM built later on.
Beautiful
Our neighbour bought a new one in 1966, and it was the best looking car of its time! Caused quite a stir.
Beautiful Olds Adam. Good luck with it.
Thank you Adam. I still find it interesting when you discuss the things shared with other GM cars and how they managed to make different cars sharing so many parts. You will invest and correct the things that need to be done. It will be interesting to see your Toronado once it is done. I do thank you for sharing the upgrades and plans as well. I am happy for you and your purchase. I hope to have my 1991-1992 non Trofeo Toronado in due time.
At least back then, an effort was made to differentiate cars that shared the same platform, and create some exciting designs while maintaining economies of scale with certain design concepts and manufacturing methods.
@@martinliehs2513 You said it so well. I could not say it better.
66-es are the most beautiful. What a design !
You have a jewel in your hands. ❤️👍💯🌟
One of my favorite American automobiles.
Congratulations on finding THEE '66 Toro!
That's the "centerfold".
Now that you've got her, I'll be more than happy to take that shabby old Connie Mk.III off your hands 😁
Cheers!
There is no doubt the Toronado/Riviera/Eldorado were three of the most beautiful cars GM ever built.
Great car! Superb video. I think I’m not really supposed to comment on your elegant home.
The Color Combo is Perfect. I love the interior, especially the steering wheel. Negative no power accessories or Air Conditioning, Positive, less weight and drag on the engine. A Performance Toronado. ;-)
Jay Leno would be swapping out the drums for Brembo four wheel discs... I love them stock.
A great, informative, and entertaining review by a knowledgeable aficionado. Particularly interesting are the styling comparisons you pointed out between this Olds Toronado, the Buick Riviera, and the Cadillac Eldorado of the mid 1960’s.
(Last year I sold my ‘64 Riviera after 18 years of happy ownership.. I know how you feel)😊
This is a man's car. Drive it hard and you will see. Great car & a great find.
Around 66 was about the best time ever for America car styling. So many gorgeous cars from that time.
'66 Toronado, futuristic and beautiful. Powerful, bold, and well made.
Awesome piece of engineering history.
My father worked at Oldsmobile in Lansing and helped introduce the Toronado in 1966. I remember when he drew me a sketch of it before the first one was manufactured. My family grew up with Toronados. I personally worked there as well & had a 1975 Toronado Broughm. Sweet cars. I miss Oldsmobiles. They made some nice cars back then! 98 Regency, Starfire. Vista Cruiser, etc.
I had one- massive room in the front floorboard without the trans. tunnel. Smooth riding car- smoother than a Caddy Eldo, in my opinion. Great look as well. Mine was silver colored, I think it had a 425 motor, and was 10 years old when I bought it from my brother.
That old Tumbler Speedometer My Dad owned a 70 with the ugly duckling front grille, and a beast 400hp/500lb ft torque SAE gross rated, 455 cid Olds Rocket 8.
I could cruise in that car at 140mph with the AC on full blast for all of the 28 gallons of range that the car would give me. Never cruised that fast, 135mph for 40 miles though.
The body of the Toronado died of rust. But in 1986, my Dad sold that engine for $350 to a kid that put it into his olds cutlass. And the motor had 150k on it back then. The kid ran the same engine in that cutlass for 5 years. Then the car was scrapped. That was a great engine. Well maintained by Dad and the kid. Still love these cars. 10mpg or 12
This 66 is a lovely car.
Congratulations on a dream come true Adam!
That interior looks better than the replacement of the following year… beautiful car.
When i was a kid in the early 70s these were right up there with AMC big boats as being butt ugly lol. Now that im getting old my tastes have changed. Its a beautiful car. Great acquisition Adam.
As much as I love this car Adam, I still love the sexy Starfires that preceded them a lot more.
Two of the many Oldsmobiles I have purchased had upside-down "Rockets"; I knew they were meant for me!
Did they go like Elons?
I love this car, I was nine years old when it came out, LOL.
Hallo Adam thank you so much i like your program the most Beautifull cars i always loved American cars since i was born in 16.8.60 at 15 years my Mom gave me a 1958 Buick Special i am in South Africa we also had the following American Cars 1964 Ford Fairline 500 Ltd 1968 Ford Galaxy 500 Ltd Closed Headlights 1966 Buick Reveira Gs with Bucket Seats Shifter for Auto Box on the floor 1970 Olds 98 Regency and the Australian Caprice Classic 1978 308ci V8 a Luxury car for Sure keep the good work up i would like a 1958 Buick Roadmaster but in Sa such a cat with our weak rand against the Dollar at a rate of Zar 18.50 tp a Dollar a car lik this will set you back in the Region op Zar 500.000 with a Salary of zar 20.000 per month i jusy cant Aford. Enjoyed your Nice cars greetings from Sa
As much as one can love an inanimate object, I’m in love with this incredible Toronado!
Beautiful Cars !!!
Tremendous car. Mine is a deluxe too.
Excellent acquisition. Best looking yr. She's a sweetheart ❤
Hi Adam. That’s a beautiful car and I love the color, inside and out, which seems to be uncommon. I’m a little surprised that the deluxe did not come standard with power windows, especially given the high cost. I also really like the dual snorkel air intake. I always appreciate when you provide some historical facts and figures, like the pricing, model line up, and comparison amongst the competition. It really helps with putting it into context which makes the discussion so much more interesting and informative. I wonder why the volume of units in 1967 was 50% lower than the ‘66, unless the ‘67 Eldorado cannibalized the Olds Toronado units. Great video and thanks for sharing!
I keep reading old Cadillacs had roll down windows as base. Mine does'nt have cruise although it has level ride which was very expensive. Why buy a Cadillac if it does'nt have everything?
1966 Oldsmobile Tornado; one of the best automotive designs ever!....