1966 AMC Marlin in Marquessa Mauve Paint & Engine Start Up on My Car Story with Lou Costabile

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  • Опубліковано 17 лис 2024

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  • @richmcintyre1178
    @richmcintyre1178 4 роки тому +15

    The level of intricate trim on this car is amazing. The paint quality is first-rate. Just a beautiful car. The seats look very comfortable. AMC automobiles did not get the respect they deserved. To build a car today with all the trim features this has would cost a fortune. Thank you Lou for bringing this classic to us. Just amazing especially with all the miles he has put on it.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

      Hi Rich, Happy to read you're amazed with this Big Fish :-) Lou

  • @N-Scale
    @N-Scale 7 років тому +48

    That is about the cleanest single rare AMC I have ever seen. Marlins were awesome.
    Mike

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 років тому +4

      Hi Mike Fifer, agreed, pretty awesome car, Lou

    • @gelandewagen4376
      @gelandewagen4376 4 роки тому +1

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  • @doctorwacky5680
    @doctorwacky5680 3 роки тому +13

    Thanks Lou, have to be one of the coolest cars that was ever built.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Doctor Wacky, Happy to share this "Big Fish" with you :-) Please remember to watch the commercials at the beginning of the video (or at least the ones you can), as that's how I get paid so I can keep sharing with you, Lou

  • @andydanko7074
    @andydanko7074 3 роки тому +5

    Not only is that body style one of the most unusual made, but so is that color what an amazing find Lou

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Andy, Happy to read you find this car unusual, and appreciate that you realize it's difficult to find one of these, Lou

  • @agoraphobicadam1171
    @agoraphobicadam1171 7 років тому +84

    Back when America made real cars that were pieces of art.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому +3

      Sounds like you have fond memories of one like this :-) Thank you Agoraphobic Adam for viewing and sharing. Lou

    • @slantsix6344
      @slantsix6344 5 років тому +4

      A time before the ugly appliance (function only) cars of today

    • @gelandewagen4376
      @gelandewagen4376 4 роки тому +1

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    • @tunes699moon2
      @tunes699moon2 3 роки тому +1

      Marlin is a beautiful car. I remember how thrilled I was when I saw it at the AMC new car pre-show in 1964. It was an employee only event. In subsequent years I was very excited about the AMX/Javelin!

  • @olde4eyes
    @olde4eyes 2 роки тому +6

    What a sweet looking automobile…I bet the owner is very proud of this amazing and original specimen!
    Thank you Mr. Lou for making and uploading this video. :)

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 роки тому +1

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

  • @charger19691
    @charger19691 7 років тому +35

    Beautiful Marlin and I truly miss American Motors. Thank you for sharing one of the most under appreciated cars and car companies of the 20Th century.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому +1

      Hi Danny J. Rumbles
      , Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Lou

    • @MrJett1971
      @MrJett1971 4 роки тому +1

      Fully agreed. I wish they could have held on a little longer with Jeep and Eagle successfully predicting the car market of today (awd and suv’s all over the place). Mine has been an AMC family since 1976 (when Mom bought a Pacer). Dad bought a Hornet in ‘77, and Mom replaced her Pacer with a new Concord in ‘78 (which we still have, fully restored, as a summer fun car).

    • @gelandewagen4376
      @gelandewagen4376 4 роки тому +1

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  • @touraneindanke
    @touraneindanke 4 роки тому +10

    Sweet color perfectly matched with the design.🥰

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому +1

      Happy to read you appreciate this color combo with this body style :-)

  • @davidgarris2513
    @davidgarris2513 4 роки тому +2

    What an absolute piece of American Motors history. A true original unmolested time machine. I'm 56 and can't ever recall seeing one of these ever ! 🐶🐶🐶

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому +2

      Hi David Garris, Hi , Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of seeing 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

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 місяці тому +2

      Happy to read you enjoy this "absolute piece of American Motors history." :-)

  • @usmale49
    @usmale49 2 роки тому +1

    That has to be the prettiest Marlin I have ever seen. What a beauty...and how I would love to drive it! Thank you for uploading and sharing! You're the best, Lou Costabile!!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 роки тому

      Hi usmale 49, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this Marlin :-) Appreciate the kind encouraging words. You're welcome, Lou

  • @MichaelRHull-wy7wg
    @MichaelRHull-wy7wg 5 років тому +5

    Love these Marlins they definitely have a place in automotive design history!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому

      Hi Michael Hull, Glad to read this is one you "love" :-) Lou

  • @charlayned
    @charlayned Рік тому +1

    I WANT another one! The very first car my dad bought me, in 1973 was a 1967 AMC Marlin. It had options like the factory 8-track and air conditioning. This one was a brown color and didn't have the vinyl top. There was nothing like spring and fall rolling down all the windows and driving the 45 miles to my dentist in another town with the 8-track blaring. I was 16 and absolutely LOVED that car. I drove it a couple years, then my dad decided he wanted me to have a 4-wheel drive for the winter, sold my beloved Marlin, and got me a Chevy K-5 Blazer (orange and white). I hated that thing and have pined since then for my Marlin. This was a great episode, makes me wish I still had mine.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Рік тому

      Hi Charlayne Elizabeth Denney, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 1st car your dad bought you :-) 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

  • @curtn7076
    @curtn7076 7 років тому +6

    AMC is my favorite American car co. They weren't afraid of bold and innovative ideas.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 років тому +1

      Hi Fuzzy Was. If you like AMC's you can type into UA-cam search "My Car Story with Lou AMC" and "My Car Story With Lou American" you should see some cars you enjoy, Lou

    • @gelandewagen4376
      @gelandewagen4376 4 роки тому +1

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  • @CHaas-bn3xi
    @CHaas-bn3xi 7 років тому +8

    AMC Gremlin my mother owned an advertising agency back in the day and I just loved all American motors automobiles. What a beautiful Marlin this car is thank you Lou I love your videos.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 років тому

      Hi C. Haas, Thank you for sharing details on your Mothers car :-) Appreciate the compliment you love the videos :-) Lou

    • @gelandewagen4376
      @gelandewagen4376 4 роки тому +1

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  • @rizzlerazzleuno4733
    @rizzlerazzleuno4733 6 років тому +2

    Tri-Poised Power. Flash-O-Matic. Advanced Unit Construction. Weather Eye. Thanks for the close-ups Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 років тому

      Hi rizzle razzleuno, Glad you enjoy the details. Hope you see many more cars you'll enjoy on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @rodferguson3515
    @rodferguson3515 3 роки тому +2

    Wow this AMC Marlin is a very rare treat . It's in beautiful condition !!!!. You sure don't see too many of these anymore!!!. Kudos to the owner and his wife for sharing this beautiful car with us.
    little AMC was the little high that beat the big huge fishies at their own game with style class and ❤️ the little company that could.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Rob, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of seeing 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

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Here is one more I thought you'd like to see :-) ua-cam.com/video/S0qbN5CBEXo/v-deo.html

  • @ivorwm2291
    @ivorwm2291 6 років тому +3

    I peed my pants a little! I loved the Marlin. When I was 10 years old, I saw one and it looked like it was from the future. I have never seen one this colour or with so many options. I can see that you love and enjoy this car. Wow!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 років тому +1

      Hi Ivor Little, Glad you receive a "Wow!" from you. Thank you for sharing your memories of this car as a 10 year old. Clearly this one made an impression, Lou

  • @sharkamov
    @sharkamov 6 років тому +2

    I remember as a kid, being with my cousins - and we were playing with our Corgy-Toy cars, I recall I jyst _loved_ the look and feel of the white Corgy Marlin I had, the doors could be opened, and there were 'suspension' on each wheel! - But the *tail* was the kicker though! Oh, how time flies! . . . . . . . . ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 років тому

      Hi Eric Kamov, Good memories, and good times :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

    • @markg7030
      @markg7030 5 років тому

      I had that Corgy in red. I never saw a real Marlin when I was a kid.

  • @edwardyoung522
    @edwardyoung522 3 роки тому +4

    I haven't seen one of these since I was a teenager! It still looks great! My first car was a 1970 Javelin SST... good stuff Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Edward, Happy to read this car brings back memories :-) You don't see this "Big Fish" to often. Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @duradim1
    @duradim1 Рік тому +1

    Thank you Lou for showing me this car up close. It is a car that I've seen from a distance and had no interest in, but I know how you find these gems and showcase them by bringing out the details you can't see from afar. It looks like a well thought out car with some surprises in the way it was trimmed out.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Рік тому

      My pleasure sharing this car with you duradim1 :-) You're welcome.

  • @noneed4me2n7
    @noneed4me2n7 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing these unique specimens. You find ones I’ve never seen and wish my dad was still around to show.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 роки тому +1

      Hi noneed4me2, Happy to read you enjoy the cars I find and share. High compliment you'd enjoy sharing them with your Dad if he was still around. You're welcome, Lou

  • @edwinstorz702
    @edwinstorz702 7 років тому +21

    The Chevrolet 327 is no comparison to the AMC 327, that little Engine was well Balanced and Engineered, absolutely Beautiful.
    Thank you both for sharing!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 років тому +2

      Hi Edwin Storz, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge on the 327 engine. You're welcome, Lou

    • @KC9UDX
      @KC9UDX 4 роки тому +1

      Every AMC motor is better in every way than similar displacement motors from the competitors.

    • @Dannyjoemustanggt
      @Dannyjoemustanggt 4 роки тому

      I'm a ford guy but saying amc 327 was superior to GM's 327 is a joke.

    • @KC9UDX
      @KC9UDX 4 роки тому

      At least we've finally progressed beyond the ol "AMC bought the 327 from Chevy. They never really made any motors themselves. They shouldn't have had "Motors" in their name."

    • @kotjmf1968
      @kotjmf1968 4 роки тому +1

      @@KC9UDX that is a really ridiculous statement. First off, it is an ENGINE, not a motor. Get a grip on vocabulary. AMC used Nash engines until their own V8 ENGINES were designed. AMC stopped using Packard V8s in the 1956 model year. The 1st design were 287 and 327 cubic inches. The 2nd design was introduced in the 1966 model year and was much more efficient and lighter weight. That design was the 290 and 343 cubic inches. In 1968 the 390 came out. In 1970 the displacements were increased to 304 and 360, the 401 was introduced in 1971. Look it up. You really need to stop repeating garbage that morons make up!

  • @iDONTdoFacebook
    @iDONTdoFacebook 4 роки тому +2

    Lou, you missed getting the shot with the taillights ON with this one. You’re the only UA-cam automobile documentary series I’ve watched who often makes it a point to get a shot of the rear with the taillights on which I’ve always really appreciated.
    This Marlin by AMC is one CHOICE CHERRY that this nice couple was blessed to pick. What a cool classic ride!😎
    Thanks for sharing it with us Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому +1

      Hi Randall Todd, Ahhh, missed those back lights.... Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome. Lou

  • @dave1956
    @dave1956 3 роки тому +1

    My father had a friend that worked as an engineer for American Motors. He drove new Ramblers that were a perk of his job. I remember a Marlin just like this one.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

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

  • @billkarmetsky4003
    @billkarmetsky4003 4 роки тому +2

    If I could have purchased this car new in 1966 at age 15, I would have. Those were the days, man. I miss AMC a great deal.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

      Hi Bill, 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

  • @josephaylward6080
    @josephaylward6080 Рік тому +1

    Hello Lou please keep on showing these works art the cars on your show are breathtakingly BEAUTIFUL

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Рік тому

      Hello Joseph, I'll do my best to keep sharing with you, Lou

  • @kickinvideo333
    @kickinvideo333 5 років тому +1

    Wonderful!! This is what's missing at car shows!! All of the regular drivers that we all grew up in like Marlins & Ramblers, Matadors & Pacers, Catalinas, Furys, Estate Wagons & Coronets, yada yada. They're the real story of our lives

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому +1

      Hi kickinvideo333, Happy to read you enjoy this episode :-) Good news! There are quite a few of the cars you mentioned featured on this UA-cam Channel, so I hope you'll spend some time and enjoy some of the cars we both enjoy, Lou

    • @kickinvideo333
      @kickinvideo333 5 років тому

      Lou Costabile Glad to explore your channel! I almost couldn't believe my eyes when I saw this Marlin! And the color is gorgeous! I want my next Strat in the same color!!

    • @davidkastin4240
      @davidkastin4240 5 років тому

      @@kickinvideo333 Yes that's a great color for a Strat 🎸 They are my favorite electric guitar.

  • @chanahershkowitz960
    @chanahershkowitz960 7 років тому +2

    AMC cars from the 1960s were amazingly comfortable! I had a 1966 Rambler American 220 wagon (cheapest AMC wagon that year - my very first car purchased for $300.) and it rode like you were on a cloud. I have never since owned a car that rode so smoothly.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

      Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge.

  • @alanblanes2876
    @alanblanes2876 8 років тому +8

    1966 was a very good year for AMCs - they are timeless....

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  8 років тому +1

      So nice to see this one in this condition and be able to share it with the Viewers. Thank you for commenting, Lou

    • @gelandewagen4376
      @gelandewagen4376 4 роки тому +1

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  • @goleafsgo8496
    @goleafsgo8496 3 роки тому

    What an exceptional example from an era long ago. AMC hung in there for quite sometime but sadly got outdistanced by the BIG 3. Love that they drive it and obviously is very proud of their car showing it and educating our younger disposable society kids. Very cool ...

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Go Leafs Go, 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

  • @michaelcerza871
    @michaelcerza871 8 років тому +13

    What a gorgeous 66 Marlin in a beautiful exterior color. A great classic, iconic AMC the owner should be very proud of.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  8 років тому

      I agree, well said. Thank you for viewing, Lou

  • @knitterscheidt
    @knitterscheidt 4 роки тому +1

    what a beauty! I had a crush on the AMC Marlin when I saw them on the road new!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

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

  • @ooiii8859
    @ooiii8859 5 років тому

    My father saw designs of the times. Kool. Dad. Happy Birthday!!!! He taught how to appreciate design and engineering.

  • @iswc27
    @iswc27 4 роки тому

    Joe and Peggy have hooked quite a beautiful big fish with this one, especially finding one in mauve! The Marlin wasn't particularly popular in its time, but then AMC never did shy away from creating cars that were different. Remember, this was the same company that gave us the AMX, the Gremlin, and the Pacer!
    Of course, you've always had a knack for finding and spotlighting so many special cars like this. Looking forward to more!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

      Hi iswc27, Happy to kand this big fish to share with you :-) Can't wait to show you more, Lou

  • @deliveryguyrx
    @deliveryguyrx 5 років тому +1

    I've always had a soft spot for the AMCs.A unique color,too.It's like 'Dusty Rose' meets 'Plum Crazy',lol.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому

      Glad to read you enjoy this car :-)

  • @geoben1810
    @geoben1810 4 роки тому

    There were a couple of these in my neighborhood in Astoria Queens when I was a kid in the 60's.
    I was enthralled by them. And there was a Mercury Marauder that someone owned across the street from my apartment at the time as well. 45, 50 years ago. So long ago......✌🏻😊

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

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

  • @s2snider
    @s2snider 6 років тому +4

    AMC deserved so much more respect than they got back then. Had GM introduced this car, it would have sold in numbers much closer to the Mustang. Because it was different and it was from the little car company, this car was seen as "odd" instead of "in."

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 років тому

      Thank you for viewing, and sharing your thoughts Stewart Snider :-) Lou

  • @1956MercM260
    @1956MercM260 6 років тому +2

    I got to see that car in person a few years back. I fell in love with it of course.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 років тому

      HI Drew Beck, A memorable car for sure :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on this UA-cam Channel you'll enjoy. Lou

  • @vermontjeff2535
    @vermontjeff2535 6 років тому +1

    What a beautiful car I never thought the vinyl top would go to the trunk and around the side . America once made nice time capsules . A forgotten art for sure

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 років тому

      Hi Gator Guy, Glad you enjoy this "beautiful car" :-) Lou

  • @walterweddle7644
    @walterweddle7644 5 років тому +1

    Love the mauve color. This automobile has character unlike cars of today. Thanks!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому

      Hi Walter Weddle, Happy to read you enjoy the color and character of this car :-) Hope you see many more cars on this UA-cam Channel you'll enjoy, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @tct9mm151
    @tct9mm151 5 років тому +2

    WOW! Haven't seen a Marlin in years. Sweet Ride.
    Great video Lou

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому

      You're right, rarely to you see this Big Fish :-)

  • @josephromano6825
    @josephromano6825 5 років тому +3

    Beautiful color! Good looking car! You don’t see those too often!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому

      Glad you enjoy the color & looks of this car, and you're right, you see very few.

  • @juanmelendezrivera6085
    @juanmelendezrivera6085 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks,Lou for this video on the 1966 American Motors Marlin. Rambler AMC had the original design on fast back and bucket seats interiors. Then Plymouth copied the design on the Barracuda. Congratulations to the owners of this original AMC classic car.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 роки тому +1

      You're welcome Juan :-) My pleasure sharing with you.

  • @mr.blackhawk142
    @mr.blackhawk142 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Lou! I got a Hemmings 1966 Dodge Charger email and it reminded me of the 1966 Marlin, which brought me here! My bro had a 1966 Ambassador, and I remember him tilting the front bench seat back into a bed!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 роки тому

      Hi Mr. BLACKHAWK, Happy to read how you arrived at this video. Interesting you mention and Ambassador with a fold down front bench seat.....stay tuned :-) Lou

  • @dfry6324
    @dfry6324 7 років тому +13

    One of the nicest AMCs made, keep bringing the quality videos Lou

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 років тому +1

      Glad you like this one :-) Fun car to video and in such amazing condition, Lou

    • @gelandewagen4376
      @gelandewagen4376 4 роки тому +1

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  • @edwardallan197
    @edwardallan197 Рік тому +1

    Thank you Lou! I love these Marlins. Unique and wonderful.

  • @thomasstanford4225
    @thomasstanford4225 5 років тому +1

    Love this car. Bless you both for sharing her with us on UA-cam

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому

      Hi Thomas Stanford, Happy to read you "love this car" :-) Blessings received, and God bless you too, Lou

  • @cellosagradi
    @cellosagradi 3 роки тому +3

    Fantastic car. Actually a piece of Art!

  • @dennishollingsworth1326
    @dennishollingsworth1326 Рік тому +2

    AMC made some awesome cars.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Рік тому +1

      Hi Dennis, 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

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Рік тому +1

      Like these :-) ua-cam.com/video/BmLkZ8VvcUo/v-deo.html

  • @rudyoviedo9258
    @rudyoviedo9258 4 роки тому +1

    One of my all time classics

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

      Happy to read this one is one you like :-)

  • @shwt121
    @shwt121 4 роки тому

    What a fantastic choice y'all made..!! This Marlin is BEAUTIFUL...!!!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

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

  • @johnschiefelbein917
    @johnschiefelbein917 5 років тому +1

    Beautiful Marlin! Love the color and the 327. Very very rare car! Grew up in Mileaukee so we saw alot of AMC prducts, also a friend I grew up with his father worked at and retired from American Motors. Since I am 72, I know the cars very well.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому

      Hi John Schiefelbein
      , Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing you appreciate the rarity of this car, Lou

  • @Daaremikkel
    @Daaremikkel 3 роки тому +2

    Outstanding restoration. Even the power antenna works!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Olle, 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

  • @RSEFX
    @RSEFX 4 роки тому

    When American Motors hit their stride (FINALLY!), they hit really hard. The '67 Marlin was even more impressive from a design standpoint: It incorporated the very cool Ambassador grill. I've only ever seen one in real life (other than in the dealer's showroom when they first came out). They must cost a small---or large---fortune, IF one could even find one in good condition so many decades later. This car looks pretty modern, even by today's standards, tho its look is very different from cars in 2020. Thanks for the posting!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

      Hi RSEFX, Happy to read you appreciate 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

  • @lorahamilton397
    @lorahamilton397 3 роки тому +2

    Love this car , that color!!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Lora, Happy to read you "Love 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

  • @Pisti846
    @Pisti846 5 років тому +1

    Actually the 327 was placed in production in 1956 for the 1957 Nash Ambassador, Hudson Hornet and Rambler Rebel. The first post-merger V8 produced by AMC was the 250 CID which was used in 1956 Ambassador Special, Hornet Special and Rambler V8 models. For 1955 all Nash/Hudson V8s were purchased from Packard (S-P Corp.)

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому

      Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge.

    • @Pisti846
      @Pisti846 5 років тому

      @@loucostabile Beautiful car, I had a 66 Classic.

  • @markr5132
    @markr5132 3 роки тому +1

    God bless the restorers and Stewarts off car and many other items from the past. I especially important that the obscure cars/thing get taken care of as they are part of our history and they have many stories to tell!!!

  • @kriskirby1387
    @kriskirby1387 5 років тому +2

    fantastic car, american motors so underrated.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому

      Glad to read you enjoy this car :-)

  • @TheDejael
    @TheDejael 2 роки тому +2

    Love it! Thank you for sharing this, Lou! Very cool car! Like the 1966-67 Dodge Charger, love that fastback roof design by Richard Teague.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Dejael, Happy to read "Love it!" :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @craignehring
    @craignehring 4 роки тому

    I would have been fifteen years old in 1965. I lived in Milwaukee, still do, and remember there was a Marlin that parked up the street from my parents house. I could not believe seeing this car, I knew AMC hit one out of the park on this one, well at least I thought so. My dad bought a 66 Pontiac Tempest the next year. It was a magic period for cars back then. I remember walking a few blocks to the Plymouth dealer to see the Fury Turbine powered car.
    That color on that Marlin... wow. The Ambassador in 1967 I think, had this violet thing going on with the 343 CID V-8, The Ambassador was a great car too. It really is sad to have watched what happened to AMC. They should NEVER have got into bed with Renault, neither should have Nissan in 2000

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

      Hi Craig Nehring, Happy to read this car brings back memories of the car in your neighborhood :-) Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @trainroomgary
    @trainroomgary 8 років тому +3

    Cool AMC ride, like the special signature. The AMC World Head Quarters building still stands in Southfield, Michigan / Now a bank.
    • Cheers from The Detroit & Mackinac Railway 🚂

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  8 років тому

      Interesting, I did not know about the AMC HQ in MI. Thanks for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @RogerPMcb
    @RogerPMcb 6 років тому +1

    I’ve never seen one of these in person but they are unbelievably streaking! You and I have similar car tastes Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 років тому

      Hi Pizza the Hut, You don't see this "Rare Fish" very often at car shows.

  • @jimmiller6933
    @jimmiller6933 4 роки тому

    I owned a 1974 AMC Matador coupe Oleg Casini with the 360 v8. Very stylish and most beautiful interior of any car ever built. I wish I could find another.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

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

  • @ckryses3962
    @ckryses3962 3 роки тому +1

    Another gorgeous AMC, i didn't knew about this AMC beauty!! I have googled this car and found one pic of its interior and i was in AWE!! Its interior was in Mariner Turquoise with the combination of shiny metal gauges, dash designs and so!! Very beautiful car indeed! Also came across a build of it where they bagged it and put bigger deep dish rims ..(think it was torq thrust custom design)..e

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

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

  • @bernard3347
    @bernard3347 2 роки тому +1

    Most beautiful car ever built.

  • @philpreston8658
    @philpreston8658 7 років тому +51

    His comment "60's Charger look". reminder..the Marlin came out in 65, a year before the Charger....so, more accurately, it should be the Charger, had a Marlin look.
    Who copied who?

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 років тому +8

      Hi Phil Preston, That is a good point. Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

    • @LynxStarAuto
      @LynxStarAuto 7 років тому +9

      Phil Preston actually, the fastback design was used first by Chrysler on the Valiant based Barracuda in 64 (A car you should try to feature Lou. Very under appreciated).
      Also the fastback design was nothing new by the time the 60's rolled through. It was a very popular design cue during the Art Deco era, and many prewar cars. Nash and Packard come to mind. Also my personal fav of the 50's: the Maserati A6.

    • @donjosemiguelmaese2348
      @donjosemiguelmaese2348 6 років тому +5

      American Motors lead the way

    • @LoneWolf-yp2mo
      @LoneWolf-yp2mo 6 років тому +3

      I don't know who copied who but we should remember that a LOT of these cars were concept cars, sometimes for years before they actually used the style. It was a GREAT time to be a gear head !!

    • @deormanrobey892
      @deormanrobey892 6 років тому +2

      68 Ford Torino had a similar look as well.

  • @MisterMikeTexas
    @MisterMikeTexas 4 роки тому +1

    I've never seen vinyl on a fasback before. This car is a nice rare piece of history. Hemmings columnist Pat Foster would love this car fer sure!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

      Hi Michael Bacon, Happy to read you appreciate the uniqueness 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

    • @MisterMikeTexas
      @MisterMikeTexas 4 роки тому

      @@loucostabile Subscribed

  • @4evaavfc
    @4evaavfc 5 років тому +1

    Beautiful and unique car. What a treasure.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому

      Hi Rangatiratumeke, Glad to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Hope you see many more cars on this UA-cam Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

  • @nysavvy9241
    @nysavvy9241 3 роки тому +3

    What a cool car. I don't remember them when I was a kid. So few made. Really like this Marlin. Does it have factory air?

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Anthony, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) No A/C on this one. 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

  • @thewilscott
    @thewilscott 5 років тому +2

    Nice sounding, great interior and great rear end on this car.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому

      Hi Will Scott, Happy to read the details you enjoy on this car :-) Lou

  • @TralfazConstruction
    @TralfazConstruction 3 роки тому +1

    One of the most beautiful cars of its era or any other for that matter.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi TralfazConstruction, 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

    • @TralfazConstruction
      @TralfazConstruction 3 роки тому

      @@loucostabile Will do, Lou. Thank you for your thoughtful reply!

  • @flashesofblack4128
    @flashesofblack4128 2 роки тому +1

    My parents bought a new Rambler, [AMC] 1962 station wagon. It was two tone white top and blue bottom with a luggage rack on the roof. For some reason my dad opted for the OHV straight six, but it was more than sufficient to haul all of us five kids from Seattle to Disneyland in Anaheim California regularly. It was extremely well built. I don't know if it featured uni-body construction. We had to wait a while to get the car for some unknown reason. The seating arrangement could handle seven passengers. My brother and I always sat in the back seat facing rearward. Today I think that could be extremely dangerous in a rear end collision!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 роки тому

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

    • @flashesofblack4128
      @flashesofblack4128 2 роки тому

      @@loucostabile You are so very welcome.

  • @monarch1957
    @monarch1957 8 років тому

    Wow that brings back memories of the 2 Marlins I had back in the 80's a 65 and a 66.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  8 років тому

      Your comment is making me smile, so glad you have fond memories of your cars and shared, Lou

    • @monarch1957
      @monarch1957 8 років тому

      Thanks Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  8 років тому

      Thank you for viewing and commenting. Lou

  • @edarcuri182
    @edarcuri182 8 років тому +2

    The engine in this car was introduced in 1956 albeit in a 250 CID form. It was offered in the Nash Ambassador Special and the Hudson Hornet Special each of which was actually built on the 114.25 inch wheelbase of the Statesman and Wasp models.
    In 1957 the 327 CID version was standard in the Rambler Rebel (limited production) as well as the Nash Ambassador and Hudson Hornet (both in their last year of production).
    I had a '65 Classic convertible with this 327 four barrel and found the engine to be smooth, quiet and powerful.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

      Hi Ed Arcuri, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 1965 Classic Convertible :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @douglasmacarthur3629
    @douglasmacarthur3629 6 років тому

    I saw a 66 or 67 Charger the other day at an air show. I can't remember the year because that was two weeks ago, but I remembered the type, because this style us sooo legendary. It will/ has gone down in history

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 років тому

      Cars like that can make a lasting impression :-) Thank you for sharing.

  • @shawnbeck2303
    @shawnbeck2303 4 роки тому +1

    Lou,You out did yourself with this Marlin! I thought the 812 GTS V-12 Ferrari was the bomb. But to find a great Marlin in this color. Is that color truly Factory? Where do you find these Wonderful cars. You have the best job in the world. The more video's I watch of yours. The more I can't believe these cars still exist. What are the odds! A true fan. Shawn.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

      Hi Shawn, I'm back :-) Thank you for being a Fan. Did you see this big fish? Enjoy, Lou ua-cam.com/video/S0qbN5CBEXo/v-deo.html

  • @ncautoman57
    @ncautoman57 7 років тому +2

    Nice example of a rare Rambler that I remember well. I worked for AMC back in the late 60s and early 70s. I remember working on these like yesterday. Did the owner state the car had ever been repainted? The reason I ask is it is obvious by looking at the VIN plate on the drivers door that it has been repainted at some point or at least the door has. Thanks for sharing this great Rambler.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 років тому +1

      Hi ncautoman57, Glad you were able to see one that brings back memories. I have no idea on the paint question. Regarding "thanks for sharing this great Rambler", you're welcome. Hope you see many more AMC's on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

  • @CarolynBreeze
    @CarolynBreeze 3 роки тому +6

    What a beautiful car. She is soooooooo beautiful. I love the curves in her rearend, this lady has the true junk in the truck. Those eyelash mirrors are so exquisite. Just beautiful and very well taken care of. Great job. The only problem I have is that I watched the entire thing and never saw her move. ☹. Maybe next time...

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Carolyn, High praise for the looks of this car :-) Yes, I would have liked to "get this one in motion" however time (and my lack of editing skills at that time) did not allow this one to be in motion. You're right, most of my videos from 2019 on will share some "motion" for you, Lou

  • @mynameis9057
    @mynameis9057 7 років тому

    gorgeous, real quality from Detroit, unique as hell too . like taking to the roads in your living room. lovely, enjoy her happily. thanks

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 років тому

      Hi Michael Ferro, Rarely do you see a Marlin, so this was a real treat to video & share :-) Glad you enjoyed this one, Lou

    • @jaycunnington451
      @jaycunnington451 7 років тому

      Not Detroit in this case. Kenosha.

  • @randytim512
    @randytim512 5 років тому

    Beautiful car and love the black accents on the exterior. The designers really put a lot of thought into this car.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому +1

      Hi Randy Tompkins, Glad to read you enjoy the details of this car :-) Lou

  • @richardprokopczyk9255
    @richardprokopczyk9255 2 роки тому +1

    what a pleasure looking at your car !

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 роки тому

      Thank you for viewing and sharing,

  • @5610winston
    @5610winston 3 роки тому +1

    4:42 the seat belt trim piece is the column-shift-automatic delete plate; if this car had the column-shift auto, the indicator quadrant would probably have been where that cover is. Saw the same type cover in a manual-shift '55 Packard.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi 5610winston, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. 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

  • @patrickscaia9335
    @patrickscaia9335 3 роки тому +1

    I like how the antenna goes up and down. 😀

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Patrick, Happy to read the details you appreciate about 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

  • @awaren8375
    @awaren8375 5 років тому +2

    👍💜 love AMC they're so underrated

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому

      Hi A Waren, Glad this Brand is one you love :-) Lou

  • @ew1usnr
    @ew1usnr 6 років тому +1

    That is an extremely cool looking car. I love it.

  • @rogerodle8750
    @rogerodle8750 3 роки тому +2

    Very nice. Would have liked to have seen the inside of the trunk. Very unique (read: narrow) opening.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Roger, Happy to read you think this car is very nice. The couple just arrived at the car show, so they had their personal items from the trip so no trunk on this one. Good news! Here is another Marlon with an open trunk too. Enjoy! Lou ua-cam.com/video/S0qbN5CBEXo/v-deo.html

  • @Hamsterdiesel
    @Hamsterdiesel Рік тому +1

    I just saw your car in Derry! 6/8/23 around 4pm! Never knew they came in Mauve!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Рік тому +1

      Hi Hamsterdiesel, Thank you for viewing and sharing. 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

  • @Ogsonofgroo
    @Ogsonofgroo 7 років тому +10

    Its, its, beautiful! AMC dropped the ball on this one, simply a gorgeous design in my opinion.

    • @LynxStarAuto
      @LynxStarAuto 7 років тому +1

      Ogsonofgroo it just didn't sell. Public didn't feel the same way at the time. 🤷🏽‍♂️

    • @wiibaron
      @wiibaron 6 років тому

      Even the Charger had to change the gigantic fastback look to sell. And then it was a big hit. The public will let you know what is an acceptable design for sure.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

      Hi Ogsonofgroo
      , Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Lou

  • @1hugeturdsundae
    @1hugeturdsundae 6 років тому

    Always loved these cars. The fastback was somewhat exaggerated in its size. The overall cosmetic styling however, was very well executed by implementing the large area of its rear section with the vinyl top extending down to the lid opening of the trunk. A slight hint of a fin configuration, as well as the thin horizontal pieces that ran along the tail lights made for a very beautiful design. Great find Lou!! Keep up the good work!!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 років тому

      Glad you "love" this one :-) Thank you for the encouraging words.

  • @linoquijada2442
    @linoquijada2442 5 років тому

    A friend of mine had one of these in high school. It was FAST!!!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  5 років тому

      Hi Lino, Sounds like some fun memories back in High School :-) Lou

  • @michaelr4063
    @michaelr4063 6 років тому +2

    I know I'm in the minority, but I would choose this car any day over an early Mustang. No question.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 років тому

      HI Michael R, Glad this one's for you :-) Lou

  • @MelancoliaI
    @MelancoliaI 6 місяців тому +1

    I love that fastback design

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  6 місяців тому +1

      Hi Melancolia One, Happy to read you appreciate the design of the back 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

  • @buick1955
    @buick1955 7 років тому +3

    The AMC Marlins were Awesome cars . The folding flat seats were started by Nash . The reason many parents in the 50's didn't want their daughters dating guys driving a Nash !

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  7 років тому

      Hi Jim kirk, Glad you like this one and think it's "awesome" :-) Lou

    • @gelandewagen4376
      @gelandewagen4376 4 роки тому +1

      watch my videos and if you like them like and write a comment OK bro

  • @tuanh_duong
    @tuanh_duong 8 років тому +1

    Whooo!!!!! Coming from NH as well! The Marlin is a beauty!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  8 років тому

      Hi TuAnh Duong, Great comment :-) Thank you for viewing and I hope you see other cars on the Channel you'll enjoy too, Lou

  • @johncaballero8013
    @johncaballero8013 8 років тому +1

    Very cool Marlin Lou! I've always thought the Marlin was indeed a unique and unusual automobile. They do have a slight resemblance to the Charger but to me the Marlin is far more special. Well engineered for it's time. Wonderful car! Thanks for doing this video.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  8 років тому

      Hi John, Such a unique car with impressive styling. Glad you enjoyed the video. Lou

  • @caribman10
    @caribman10 6 років тому +3

    I once saw one of these with a 4 speed and the good motor, a/c and all power accessories. England Motors in Harrisburg PA.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

      Hi
      caribman10, Happy to read this car brings back memories of the car you saw in PA :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

    • @gelandewagen4376
      @gelandewagen4376 4 роки тому +1

      watch my videos and if you like them like and write a comment OK bro

    • @dabones4107
      @dabones4107 3 роки тому

      @@gelandewagen4376 Advertisising isnt how you get subs. I've reported 3 of your comments now.

  • @scottbrady7499
    @scottbrady7499 4 роки тому

    before the javelin AMX, i guess this here was the performance car. really neat. never knew these even existed, until i saw this post on my car story with lou costibile.. living in fairly large municipalities like nyc, seattle, san francisco- you'd think i would have come across one over the decades. never had a coffee table book covering rambler/AMC, either.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

      Hi Scott, Happy to read you enjoy this unique AMC :-) Stay tuned, more FUN coming your way, and hope you're enjoying some of the early episodes too, Lou

  • @StewartLucrative
    @StewartLucrative 4 роки тому

    Love the car, love the color. If I ever bought an American classic car it would definitely be in AMC.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  4 роки тому

      Hi StewartLucrative, Happy to read you "love" 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

  • @tedzehnder961
    @tedzehnder961 Рік тому +1

    Lot of detail with intricate lines.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Рік тому +1

      Hi Ted, Thank you for viewing and sharing. 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

  • @bossfan49
    @bossfan49 Рік тому +2

    That is a big beautiful boat.