Factory Power Head Rests ! 1956 X Buick Century Convertible & Ride - My Car Story with Lou Costabile

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    On "My Car Story" we're at The Arizona Concours d”Elegance in Scottsdale AZ on 1-19-24.
    We're looking at a 1956 Buick Century Convertible in two tone Blue Paint. The car comes with the 322 CI V8 engine and an automatic transmission.
    The car's Owner is Steve Plunkett. Steve’s had this car since 2019. Steve shares he loves a car with a story and this Buick has a story. The Buick X was customized for Bill Mitchell, the Design Head of GM at the time. The car has over 200+ modifications and power head rests which I don’t think I’ve seen on any other car.
    If you’re interested in learning about The Arizona Concours d’Elegance, go to the website at arizonaconcour...
    ENJOY!

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  • @loucostabile
    @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +11

    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

  • @ultraviolettp3446
    @ultraviolettp3446 7 місяців тому +31

    Where does one begin with a car like this. The colors on the car - the two tone exterior and the red wheel wells being replicated on the inside with the red accent on aqua base vinyls. This was from an era of design that simply cannot be replicated now. You were so right to point out the details (or as I call the hidden jewels of design). That engine was not only great sounding but looking at its layout you could see real engineering talent and machining and casting of metal parts. Today we get plastic everything. Arrrrrrrgh. You've outdone yourself with this one, Lou. One thing will always be constant with you - you will outdo yourself with another; the greatness of your channel!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +3

      High praise. Thank you ultraviolet tp!

  • @billace90
    @billace90 7 місяців тому +16

    Well, Lou, you couldn’t have said it hetter:
    “This is a jaw dropper”
    Thank you so much!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      Happy to share this "jaw dropper" with you :-) You're welcome Billace 90!

  • @JONMEREDITH
    @JONMEREDITH 7 місяців тому +17

    Wow! That stunning Buick is an object of perfection! I was floored in what GM achieved in non-gaudy statements with this super car! What a detailed video, too! Thanks Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      High praise. You're welcome Jon!

  • @johncornell3665
    @johncornell3665 7 місяців тому +9

    What a sweet Buick. Talk about a piece of automotive history. Love all the modifications! Thanks Lou

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi John, You're right, this is a "piece of automotive history" :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @unclerudy9797
    @unclerudy9797 7 місяців тому +6

    Beautiful Buick ! Thanks for posting Lou !

  • @roberthevern6169
    @roberthevern6169 4 місяці тому +3

    Beautiful car! Road exhaust! Wire wheels w/knock-offs! Swivel drivers seat ! Auto headrests! 4 side draft Carter carbs!
    X Model!
    Too cool! Excellent, Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 місяці тому +1

      Hi Robert, High praise. My pleasure sharing this car with you, Lou

  • @classicmusclecarexhaust1988
    @classicmusclecarexhaust1988 7 місяців тому +6

    I'm trying to come up with the proper words to describe this Century, but I'm speechless. 'Stunning' doesn't even scratch the surface. It's so far above any other prototype of the era because it looks like something the factory could have (SHOULD HAVE!) offered instead of being the typical over-the-top styling exercise. Just like the Gaylord you featured awhile back, this car has me drooling. Wow, you've outdone yourself with this one Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +4

      Hi Tom (and JudyAnn), High praise. Happy to read this car is "napkin" worthy, Lou

    • @jaygatz4335
      @jaygatz4335 7 місяців тому +2

      This was the car of the Century!

    • @joehallen4510
      @joehallen4510 7 місяців тому +1

      ​@@jaygatz4335❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @joehallen4510
      @joehallen4510 7 місяців тому +1

      Wow bc it has a manual transmission ❤❤❤

  • @Johnny53kgb-nsa
    @Johnny53kgb-nsa 6 місяців тому +3

    Stunning piece of automotive history.

  • @boson2916
    @boson2916 7 місяців тому +4

    The styling is so beautiful and I like the striking color of the interior too.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

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

  • @martinsuter3531
    @martinsuter3531 6 місяців тому +3

    What an absolutely amazing car! I think Buick made a huge mistake in not putting this car into production exactly "as is" and marketing it as a very limited production "above top of the line" ultra premium priced car. Besides actually selling a fair number of them, it would've sparked Buick sales across the entire Buick model line by generating a huge amount of showroom traffic! I wonder if Cadillac had anything to do do with this not happening as Cadillac didn't have anything to compete with this and the top brass at GM was afraid the hugely profitable Cadillac Division would lose showroom traffic and thus sales to this and other lesser Buick models?

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 місяців тому +1

      Hi Martin, High praise. Happy to share this car with you :-) Lou

  • @TheGunfighter45acp
    @TheGunfighter45acp 7 місяців тому +5

    What an amazing Buick! They included everything you would want and wrapped it all up with fantastic styling, too! What a treat to see. Thanks, Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      Hi TheGunfighter45acp, Happy to share this "treat" with you :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @josephconsoli4128
    @josephconsoli4128 7 місяців тому +4

    The color combo is knock-out. I also love the dual console's and the side exhaust outlets. Just a jewel from any viewpoint!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Joseph, Happy to share this "jewel" with you :-) Lou

  • @RichardQuitel
    @RichardQuitel 20 днів тому +2

    Thank you, LOU for another fabulous example of 1950S futuristic styles. One of Buicks finest. Thank you for showing us the treats in the trunk in all your videos. Extra special. 😊

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  20 днів тому +2

      Hi Richard, Happy to share this "Extra special" car with you :-) My pleasure sharing with you, Lou

  • @peterhodges6684
    @peterhodges6684 7 місяців тому +3

    They never build the best ones, gorgeous !!! Absolutely gorgeous !!!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      Happy to read "Absolutely gorgeous !!!" :-)

  • @BevoTC
    @BevoTC 7 місяців тому +3

    I had the wonderful opportunity for my '56 Olds Starfire (which Lou did a segment on about 5-6 years ago) to be parked next to Steve's '56 Buick at the 2024 Arizona Concours d'Elegance car show. This unique Buick has to be seen to be believed. When I met Steve in the event parking garage the night before the show and he showed me all the one-off elements of this car, I told my wife that everyone else in our class was competing for second place because I was 100% certain the Buick would win the class (which it did). My favorite parts are the unique intake manifold with 4 side draft carbs, and the rocker panel exhaust, but it is all spectacular. On top of that, Steve was a real gentleman who loves to talk cars. I was happy for my Starfire to win a class award at the show and I didn't feel bad at all about losing to such an incredible Buick. Lou, it was great seeing you at the show and thanks for sharing this unicorn of a car with everyone!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Terry, So fun to see you & you're cool car at the show. Here is your car for the Viewers too. ua-cam.com/video/5HpVEps6-pA/v-deo.html

    • @buzzwaldron6195
      @buzzwaldron6195 21 день тому

      Back in the day I daily drove a '57 Olds 98 StarFire... was amazed how fast it was...

  • @randyguyer
    @randyguyer 7 місяців тому +2

    Another great car. I gotta say, "who does Steve remind you of" ? He has so many cars that there isn't enough time to drive them all. Referring to his cars he says "The bigger the better"! Spoken like a real American (even though he's Canadian). Steve and I should meet sometime and admire each others collections. Thanks Lou!!!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Randy, You're both two peas in a pod :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @cdncitizen4700
    @cdncitizen4700 7 місяців тому +2

    The color combinations are brilliant, love the different shades and shiny metallic blue seats! So futuristic and rich in design elements! I was thinking it had some "Corvette overlaps" when it rolled up, glad to hear it was done by design.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi CDN Citizen, Thank you for sharing the details you appreciate, Lou

  • @al_dente4777
    @al_dente4777 7 місяців тому +2

    Well actually, those carburetors were used only on the Corvette's six cylinder engines, ending in 1954.
    It's too bad that that extra trim, eyebrows, two-toned paint scheme, tachometer and lettering were never carried over to production models. This prototype was lucky to escape GM's crusher

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Al_Dente, Thanks for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @THROTTLEPOWER
    @THROTTLEPOWER 7 місяців тому +3

    😍Beautiful '56 🤜🤛

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

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

  • @rorymaciver5756
    @rorymaciver5756 7 місяців тому +2

    Lou what do you say about this Car I'm shaking my head I've never seen one Fantastic and from my home province, I grew up in London, Huge bigger then huge Thank you.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      High praise :-) You're welcome Rory.

  • @stevegordon5243
    @stevegordon5243 6 місяців тому +2

    What an absolute stunning piece of history, craftsmanship and innovation!

  • @tonycolca2241
    @tonycolca2241 5 місяців тому +2

    What would be a blast is to park this car next to a stock 56 Buick century and find all the custom items.

  • @chrisjeffries2322
    @chrisjeffries2322 7 місяців тому +2

    Thank you, Steve, for sharing your spectacular 1956 Buick. She is Simply DeLuxe! 🚙

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      Happy to read you enjoy this "Simply DeLuxe!" car :-)

  • @jakespeed63
    @jakespeed63 7 місяців тому +1

    Lou, my friend and I are big fans of these factory experimentals. He actually owns a 1961 Cadillac show car, That was Bill Mitchell’s personal car as well. This Hass to be one of the most incredible cars ever on your show. I noticed so many little details that he forgot to mention, or there was not time for. Thank you very much for sharing this with us.
    JT
    Orlando FLA
    P.S. We would normally be at Amelia Island this weekend, but just can’t make it this year.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      jakespeed63, I like the factory experimentals too. Sure hope I see the 1961 Cadillac show car, that sounds like a great one for sure, Lou

  • @michaelbyrne8860
    @michaelbyrne8860 26 днів тому +1

    How in the Heck do you find these Beautiful Vehicles? Especially this Buick Prototype from 1956! The Chrome, Paint Colors it's just Gorgeous! A Lucky Owner!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  26 днів тому +1

      Hi Michael, "How in the Heck do you find these Beautiful Vehicles?" I search, I listen, I talk to Car people, you see :-) Happy to read you enjoy this one. Speaking of this Owner, did you see this one too? Enjoy! Lou ua-cam.com/video/zL8FTKQWEU8/v-deo.html

  • @peterruddick1952
    @peterruddick1952 Місяць тому +1

    Really nice. I cant help wonder how the '57-'58 Buicks were style-challenged (IMO) after seeing this '56 experimental beauty, which I was totally unaware of

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Місяць тому +1

      Hi Peter, Happy to read "Really nice" :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @PinnacleWindPower
    @PinnacleWindPower Місяць тому +1

    I believe I was introduced to that car in it's un-restored condition in Wyoming Michigan back in the 70's in an old rundown 1 stall garage. Even back then the person who showed it to me knew what it was and how special it was, showed me all the special details, like tach, prototype moldings, side pipes, power seats and such.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Місяць тому +1

      Hi PinnacleWindPower, Happy to read this car brings back memories of the car you remember :-) 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

  • @davidstahl5707
    @davidstahl5707 Місяць тому +1

    Another great car Lou! It came out when I was 14. But, unlike so many others of the era I don’t remember it. I guess my young mind was always distracted by the Packard carribean..

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Місяць тому +1

      Hi David, Happy to read "Another great car" :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @patkane761
    @patkane761 7 місяців тому +1

    One off Buick Convertible, all the things I love to hear together except one, mine.
    I was lucky enough to work on a 1of 1 1964 Impala SS convertible, it was built for a GM VP's son. A lot of the one off electrical opts weren't working, I had to figure it out. The last thing was 1 off power vent windows and the 6 button switch. Cadillac motors in the windows and I had to repair the switch.
    Your videos just keep getting better and better, thanks Lou.💚✌️

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      Hi Pat, Happy to read you had an opportunity to work on that 1 of 1 1964 Impala :-) Glad to be able to share this fun car with you. You're welcome, Lou

  • @cobracharmer6178
    @cobracharmer6178 7 місяців тому +1

    What a gorgeous automobile! Unfortunately,the majority of these Buicks lasted less than 2 decades,let alone a century.
    The 55-57 Chevys,aka tri-5 received all the attention by aftermarket suppliers.
    Today, the majority of Buick drivers are nearly a Century old.
    The only reason Buick exist today is because Chinese are keeping the division afloat.
    Why? Because the last emperor
    of China was a Buick man.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      Hi Cobra Charmer, Happy to read "What a gorgeous automobile!" :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge, Lou

  • @danflisser5171
    @danflisser5171 7 місяців тому +1

    What about those high A-pillar mounted side-view mirrors .... on both sides ...?
    Always seemed that such mirrors were hold-overs from the 1930's .... when designers were just beginning to experiment with them.
    By the '50's, fender-mounted mirrors seemed more rakish.
    Yet this highly modified & engineered Buick has the somewhat stodgy high-mounted mirrors. Odd & curious.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Dan, Thank you for viewing and sharing what you notice, Lou

  • @halhenryg
    @halhenryg 7 місяців тому +1

    Lou, you have surpassed my expectations once again! In the many years of watching your postings, this one I needed duct tape (keep my jaw from hitting the floor) as well as a drool cup below my mouth. The exterior color and interior, Wow. Blown away with this one of one Buick. Steve Plunkett Thank you as well for sharing this GEM!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      halhenryg, "ou have surpassed my expectations once again! In the many years of watching your postings, this one I needed duct tape (keep my jaw from hitting the floor) as well as a drool cup below my mouth" Happy to read this one is worthy of a napkin :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @TheDejael
    @TheDejael Місяць тому +1

    Bill Mitchell's baby. This car is probably what a 1956 Buick Skylark convertible would have looked like, if they had built one.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Місяць тому +1

      Hi Donald, Happy to share Bill's Baby with you :-) Lou

  • @terryeustice5399
    @terryeustice5399 7 місяців тому +1

    Had a 1956 Roadmaster that was handed down to me.Never seen this make and model least a convertible. Beautiful paint job. The wheels are custom to this car I believe. Buick hub caps had the red center. Not real flashy. The tail lights were iconic.This is an amazing car and a prototype makes it more desirable. Thanks for sharing this special car. Loved it.
    ❤️💯👍👊

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Terry, Happy to read you had an awesome 1956 Roadmaster. NICE! You're welcome and glad to read "Loved it." :-)

  • @MrTrack412
    @MrTrack412 7 місяців тому +1

    It is a good thing they built this car because it preserves the 1955-56 Buick, which is rarely seen anywhere! No air conditioning, though? How much horsepower is on that Nailhead? Thank you for showing the excess luxury automobile!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Jed, "" LOTS :-) My pleasure sharing this "excess luxury automobile!" with you. You're welcome, Lou

  • @davidphillips5395
    @davidphillips5395 7 місяців тому +1

    Just wow. Excellent. Interesting that it has vacuum w/s wipers. It's hard to believe this is the same styling group that gave us the 1958 Buick. Talk about a contrast! I always felt the '57 was the prettiest of any of the Buicks of that decade.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Happy to read "Just wow" :-)

  • @brianbrusseau3233
    @brianbrusseau3233 7 місяців тому +1

    Hi Lou, I hope all is well with you and your family . I've been very busy working on classic cars lately; so I haven't had the opportunity to communicate with you. I've known Steve Plunkett for a number of years now, and may I add that he is a true gentleman. Try to make an effort to view his car collection at his home. I respect his privacy so therefore I will not reveal his location. Take care and remember when you're healthy you're wealthy. Brian the limo driver

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Brian, Happy to read you're working on some fun cars :-) Glad to know you know Steve. I agree, on healthy is wealthy. You stay healthy too, Lou

  • @craigjorgensen4637
    @craigjorgensen4637 Місяць тому +1

    Beyond description. So many irreplaceable parts that I would be afraid to take it out on city streets. It really should be on display in a museum! A work of art.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Місяць тому +1

      Hi Craig, High praise :-) My pleasure sharing this "work of art" with you, Lou

  • @brianmoore6306
    @brianmoore6306 7 місяців тому +1

    @What a beauty! The minute it pulled around the corner at the beginning of the video...I was smiling! Love the red wheel wells! So many modifications that make it great. It looked really good with the top up or down! Tghose electric headrests reallty shocked me. Beautiful interior.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Brian, Happy to read "What a beauty!" Glad to read this one has you smiling. Me too. My pleasure sharing this car with you, Lou

  • @billmagorian490
    @billmagorian490 7 місяців тому +1

    Lou you have had some amazing cars on your program but this one is the most amazing in my memory. Not only that but you did an amazing job of letting the owner tell his car story and what a story. Only once did you get sidetracked with a numbered plate while he was showing the interior. I really commend you for the question you had before you moved on to the engine. "Is there anything else you want to share about the interior?"
    Again great job Lou! Keep it up.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Bill, you're starting to find a soft spot in your heart for me aren't you :-)

  • @patcurrie9888
    @patcurrie9888 6 місяців тому +1

    Super Buick, great colors with side pipes! I've been to the AZ Concours so many pristine to choose from. Glad you picked Steve and his Buick.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 місяців тому +1

      Hi Pat, A great car, and so much fun to share with you :-) Lou

  • @Johnnycdrums
    @Johnnycdrums 7 місяців тому +1

    I think Oldsmobile had something similar called the "Fire Bomb".
    Saw it in a car magazine about twenty years ago and they wanted $5000 if I remember correctly.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      Hmmm, "Fire Bomb" I'll have to keep an eye out for that one.

  • @kenster865
    @kenster865 7 місяців тому +1

    Oh wow, this is one way-cool car!! I don't know how you keep finding guys with these really cool cars but this one, for me, is at the top of the list. This is a definite two-thumbs up video!! 👍👍

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Ken, Happy to read "this one, for me, is at the top of the list" :-) High praise. Lou

  • @cmoore7700
    @cmoore7700 7 місяців тому +1

    Wow is she pretty.
    My own jaw is dropped.
    What can you say about a car this special except.
    Thanks for sharing with us.
    Stay well Lou and Steve

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi C Moore, Happy to share this "jaw dropper" with you :-) Lou

  • @jeffreymartin6369
    @jeffreymartin6369 7 місяців тому +1

    Our Mercedes Benz has electric headrests but it was resent! I’d forgotten how slow those tops were! I’m very sick or I would have been here sooner Lou, you know I like to be first or early. lol

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Jeffrey, Happy to read your Mercedes has electric head rests too :-) NICE!

  • @bobnevala5218
    @bobnevala5218 7 місяців тому +1

    WOW! Oh La La! Jay Leno the Coyote. Lou Costabile The Road Runner!!! Meep, Meep! :) Way To Go Lou!!! You Da Man !!!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      High praise Bob :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you!

  • @automatedelectronics6062
    @automatedelectronics6062 7 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful car!
    The speedometer is not actually a "ribbon" speedometer. It is a long drum. The red is painted on the drum in a spiral. The faster you go the more red there is exposed.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      Hi Automated Electronics, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge, Lou

  • @juanasanelli6831
    @juanasanelli6831 7 місяців тому +1

    QUE AUTO Lou este coche es quizá uno de los más bonitos y conservado que has traido, Saluda de mi parte y felicita a su dueño😅

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      Hi Juan, High praise. Happy to share this car with you :-) Lou

  • @garypiont6114
    @garypiont6114 7 місяців тому +1

    The air raid sirens are blaring when this shows up. Bicycles and pedestrians instinctively get out of its way. Hopefully it has a quad horns .

  • @Otis_Art
    @Otis_Art 7 місяців тому +1

    The swept back character line in the rear around the century script on the back quarter panel is actually the treatment they put on the 1957s I know because I had one

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Tea Stains, 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

  • @terrym5023
    @terrym5023 7 місяців тому +1

    Power head rests 😳. The most unnecessary but absolutely wonderful accessories anybody ever conjured up 🤔

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      "Power head rests 😳. The most unnecessary but absolutely wonderful accessories anybody ever conjured up" Exactly!

  • @johnhoward7298
    @johnhoward7298 6 місяців тому +1

    Lends meaning to " They don't make em
    like They used to " !
    ( even if They DID Whom could afford it )

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 місяців тому +1

      Thank you for viewing and sharing.

  • @tpock63
    @tpock63 2 місяці тому +1

    Jaw dropping Buick the engineers & designers must of had a open check book from GM

  • @robertlombardi2228
    @robertlombardi2228 7 місяців тому +2

    Beautiful car - love the color!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

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

  • @MisterMasterShafter1
    @MisterMasterShafter1 6 місяців тому +1

    Damn, she's gorgeous! Probably too expensive for them to mass produce in that form.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 місяців тому +2

      High praise for the looks of this car :-)

  • @PatFoteff
    @PatFoteff 6 місяців тому +1

    Looking at this beautiful car, it's hard to understand what happened to GM.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 місяців тому +1

      In the 1950's people cared and put out a quality product for the consumer. In the 1970's we switched to quantity instead of quality, and what can we do when building cars to save $'s and get profits up. Foreign cars quality improved, and here we are today.

  • @gene978
    @gene978 7 місяців тому +1

    I don’t know what to say Lou. Except CONGRATS on finding this,

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Thank you gene978 :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you.

  • @citibear57
    @citibear57 7 місяців тому +1

    What an awesome My Car Story. What a fabulous Buick! Thank you Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Happy to share this "fabulous Buick!" with you :-) You're welcome Mike!

  • @michaelcoffey7362
    @michaelcoffey7362 7 місяців тому +3

    Very nice 😊

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Michael, Happy to read "very nice' :-) Lou

  • @peterhallock9486
    @peterhallock9486 7 місяців тому +2

    When cars / automobile's were pure art, oh how we've regressed. 🥰🥰🥰 My aunt bought a new electra 225 conv in silver. Something really special to ride in.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Peter, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Aunts 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

  • @jerrycook9802
    @jerrycook9802 7 місяців тому +2

    I just bought a 92 roadmaster. Always wanted one. But now it feels so inadequate to this. This is probably the coolest Buick I have ever seen. Thanks Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Jerry, Most cars of ANY BRAND are going to feel inadequate to this :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @matrox
    @matrox 7 місяців тому +1

    I'm surprised they had those thinner White Wall tires as original. most WW tires then had thicker stripes.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Thank you for sharing what you noticed.

  • @treesnmoguls
    @treesnmoguls Місяць тому +1

    Ditto to the other comments plus beautiful, over the top, thank you so much!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Місяць тому +1

      Hi treesnmoguls, High praise. You're welcome. Lou

  • @joesmallwood593
    @joesmallwood593 7 місяців тому +2

    WOW Lou how do you keep coming up with such great pieces of history watched vid 3 times went home and showed wife on big screen your great Lou thanks

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      High praise. Ok Joe, now I'm curious what your wife thought? You're welcome.

  • @larrybrown3951
    @larrybrown3951 7 місяців тому +1

    I can't believe a car with all the futuristic components, but no A/C.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Larry, I think it was all the extras in the engine. Lou

  • @JeffKing310
    @JeffKing310 7 місяців тому +2

    Wow, very cool car. Love the one offs (and Canadian cars)!
    Thank you so much Lou and Steve. What a treat.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Jeff, Happy to receive a "Wow, very cool car" from you :-) I love the one offs too. You're welcome, Lou

  • @matrox
    @matrox 7 місяців тому +1

    I miss seeing cars like this on our roads. Most of the foreign cars on our roads today are disgusting to look at.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      You're on the right Channel for the cars you enjoy.

  • @brianaustin208
    @brianaustin208 7 місяців тому +2

    Once again you've blown me away with this gorgeous 56'Buick X that carb set up is so trick ,thanks Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Happy to read "Once again you've blown me away with this gorgeous 56'Buick X" :-) You're welcome Brian!

  • @philipchesley9615
    @philipchesley9615 7 місяців тому +1

    Belated welcome to Scottsdale, Az buddy!!!
    Love the X!!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Happy to share the "X" with you. Stay tuned, more from AZ coming :-)

  • @tedlawrence4189
    @tedlawrence4189 7 місяців тому +1

    I was born in '49. My dad bought a new '53 Ford Crestline V8. By '56 I was paying attention to cars. By '59 I had a crush on a girl. Her mother drove a'56 Roadmaster Conv. Had pwr windows and seats etc. They had purchased it new. We still had the old Ford. That Buick was a very attractive car.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      Hi Ted, Sounds like lot's of fun car memories :-) Lou

    • @tedlawrence4189
      @tedlawrence4189 7 місяців тому

      Yes especially some fun my girlfriend and I had in that car. I do own a nice Buick of newer vintage. It is a '89 Park Avenue. Has leather and only 17,000 miles. Bought it in an estate sale. My wife has a 2022 Accord. She says that the Buick has so much more class.

  • @56buick1
    @56buick1 7 місяців тому +1

    Hi Lou.
    a take off of my 56 Buick Special convertible

  • @petemedina8446
    @petemedina8446 7 місяців тому +1

    Wow what amazing car very cool and interesting and a little head of this time😮

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Happy to read "Wow what amazing car very cool and interesting and a little head of this time" :-)

  • @davidgentz1731
    @davidgentz1731 7 місяців тому +1

    I love everything except the red Fender Wells it looks kind of tacky

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Happy to read you love this one other then the red fender wells. Thank you for viewing and sharing.

  • @richcoleman469
    @richcoleman469 7 місяців тому +1

    Incredibly beautiful car. Thanks for the ride.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Rich, Happy to share this "Incredibly beautiful car" with you :-) You're welcome.

  • @acatal2464
    @acatal2464 7 місяців тому +2

    What a beautiful looking car and 1955 -56 Buick is one of my favorite cars!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Happy to read "1955 -56 Buick is one of my favorite cars!" :-) NICE!

  • @TSBTC
    @TSBTC 3 місяці тому +1

    Sensory Overload. The more you look at the beautiful car the more you see. Thank you Steve for allowing Lou to share this amazing car with the world. Perfect example of when cars were designed with people with vision and not a computer. Also an wonderful example of when design over profit was the way with GM. Amazing!!!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 місяці тому +1

      Hi Tom, Happy to read "The more you look at the beautiful car the more you see." :-) My pleasure sharing this car with you, Lou

  • @Robert-q7q6m
    @Robert-q7q6m 6 місяців тому +1

    What a beautiful ride. Love Buicks, I have one now.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 місяців тому +1

      Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Glad to read you have a Buick now.

  • @motorTranz
    @motorTranz 7 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful, extremely rare Buick 😍😍😍😍😍 Thanks Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      Happy to share this rare Buick with you. You're welcome motorTranz!

  • @leroycaudill96
    @leroycaudill96 7 місяців тому +1

    This is one beautiful Buick love these cars Thanks Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Happy to read "love these cars" :-) You're welcome Leroy.

  • @terrysellers6712
    @terrysellers6712 Місяць тому +1

    I was damn near born in a 53 Buick Roadmaster😂! But there was a hospital less than a mile away 😅. Dad was a champion of work for what you want. Mom let him know how it was gonna be. Dad fell in line, and that straight 8 Buick must have set a speed record in the standing mile😇! My big sister told me 😊.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Місяць тому +1

      Hi Terry, Nice driving Dad :-) Thanks for sharing your story, Lou

    • @terrysellers6712
      @terrysellers6712 Місяць тому

      @@loucostabile thank you! A memory resurfaced when I saw the 4 holer Buick!

    • @terrysellers6712
      @terrysellers6712 Місяць тому

      @loucostabile And did you know that a 4 hole fender meant it was an 8 cylinder? Back then, it was a flathead inline 8!😇 The real hotrod was a Century

  • @cjdesign5700
    @cjdesign5700 7 місяців тому +2

    Steve's Buick is amazing...just wow. Thanks Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      "just wow" Well said. You're welcome Cj Design.

  • @robertmetcalf2461
    @robertmetcalf2461 7 місяців тому +2

    Just O My , thank you

  • @stevebyrne4235
    @stevebyrne4235 7 місяців тому +1

    Spectacular; go Leafs go! Thanks

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Happy to read "Spectacular" :-) You're welcome Steve.

  • @JohnCBurzynski
    @JohnCBurzynski 7 місяців тому +2

    Love the paint.

  • @СергійШамін
    @СергійШамін 7 місяців тому +3

    Фантастичне авто! Двигун, салон, багажник! І всюди хром! Дякую!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Сергій, High praise. You're welcome, Lou

    • @matrox
      @matrox 7 місяців тому

      He said.....Fantastic car! Engine, interior, trunk! And chrome everywhere! Yuck!

  • @johnhart125
    @johnhart125 6 місяців тому +1

    Just a gorgeous piece of history, rolling art !

  • @michaelramsey3986
    @michaelramsey3986 7 місяців тому +1

    This is the one to own, bar none. Please adopt me. Lol

  • @gregmckinney7178
    @gregmckinney7178 7 місяців тому +1

    There are no words good enough for this car !!!!!!!

  • @tonycolca2241
    @tonycolca2241 5 місяців тому +1

    This car is definitely a one of. NICE

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 місяців тому +1

      Hi Tony, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) Lou

  • @presspound7358
    @presspound7358 7 місяців тому +1

    Amazing vehicle. This 1956 edition was meant to be exceptional in ways that exemplify the exuberance and swagger of Post WWII America. This specific custom order is of museum quality because of its impeccable condition and additionally because of the sophistication found in the classic convertible body lines, the two tone color distribution… a true testament of luxury, taste and technology which typified US confidence in its future.
    Powerhouse 1950s prestige and many a teenager’s dream ride.
    “Dad, can I borrow the Buick tonight ?”
    “Yeah, I suppose son … but stay outa trouble.”
    Congrats on this recent purchase.
    Canada’s Eastern Seaboard 👍🇨🇦🚗🥇🏆

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Presspound#, 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

  • @OldDood
    @OldDood 7 місяців тому +2

    Well Lou you have one of the better 'Jobs' out there.
    You get to See, Feel, and Learn about our classic vehicles.
    Thank you for sharing.
    Now you must have some classics of your own.
    When will we see one of them?
    Take Care.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      Hi OldDood, Thank you for the SUPER THANKS! That helps me get around the country to share the cars with you. Here is my car. Lou ua-cam.com/video/_cVNSu5xv6Y/v-deo.html

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      ...and one more. ua-cam.com/video/RuJN0W2ygf4/v-deo.html

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +2

      hoping a muscle car from the late 1960's & a classic late 1950's Finned car someday :-)

  • @DAN-lo5db
    @DAN-lo5db 7 днів тому +1

    My father had a 1956 red and white buick special

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 днів тому +1

      Hi DAN, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Fathers 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

    • @DAN-lo5db
      @DAN-lo5db 7 днів тому

      @@loucostabile He also later had a champagne color 1967 buick special 2 door with white interior

  • @matrox
    @matrox 7 місяців тому +1

    Yeh...that chrome trim on the hood looks good.

  • @randytim512
    @randytim512 7 місяців тому +1

    The 1956 Buick was the best styled Buick of all time.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      High praise.

    • @davidstahl5707
      @davidstahl5707 Місяць тому

      I personally think the 59 was the best. But this is great too.

  • @budgetaudiophilelife-long5461
    @budgetaudiophilelife-long5461 7 місяців тому +1

    🙋‍♂️THANKS LOU ,STEVE…AMAZING WHAT BILL MITCHELL WAS ABLE TO DO BACK THEN 🤩🤯
    LOVE ❤️ EVERYTHING ESPECIALLY THE COLORS…🤗😎💚💚💚

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Budget Audiophile Life-long, Happy to share this special 1 of 1 with you :-) You're welcome.

  • @timothyknight2236
    @timothyknight2236 7 місяців тому +1

    That car has it all - It's delicious!!

  • @timodore7256
    @timodore7256 7 місяців тому +1

    Not enough superlatives to describe this fine automobile! Absolutely incredible, it goes to show that there's still amazing cars out there that I didn't know existed.

  • @bruceh92
    @bruceh92 7 місяців тому +1

    Wow, incredible '56 Buick! Lou, thanks for this feature, a real one-off showstopper!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 місяців тому +1

      High praise :-) You're welcome Bruce H.

  • @damianasensimunoz6531
    @damianasensimunoz6531 5 місяців тому +1

    Conducir un auto como este debe ser lo más cercano a hablar con dios.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 місяців тому +1

      Hi Damián, High praise! 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

    • @damianasensimunoz6531
      @damianasensimunoz6531 5 місяців тому

      @@loucostabile ya soy subscriptor desde hace tiempo, gracias a ti por tus vídeos