1957 Chevy Parked 40 years! will it run?!?

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  • Опубликовано: 26 ноя 2024

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  • @morgansword
    @morgansword Год назад +45

    Your impeccable luck with finding and then with little effort make run again is just crazy. I am happy for you and hope you do the right thing on fixing the rust issues.... or someone who buys it will.

    • @bethmcright9731
      @bethmcright9731 Год назад

      Amazing 👏 🎉

    • @dennisbrown2571
      @dennisbrown2571 Год назад

      I was thinking the exact same thing.

    • @ralphbooger4756
      @ralphbooger4756 Год назад +1

      judging by how the trunk and engine bay looked this is a decent car, i expected a lot worse!
      usually a car filled with parts is a bad sign, but this one was filled with goodies.
      im very curious as to what he payed, this could be a worthwhile investment for sure!

    • @jasonhaney4319
      @jasonhaney4319 Год назад

      Are you selling it

    • @steinbauge4591
      @steinbauge4591 Год назад

      Yeah I really hope someone who wants to restore it buys this one!

  • @reneesmawley3026
    @reneesmawley3026 Год назад +54

    Would love to see it back to blue

  • @marywhale8431
    @marywhale8431 Год назад +29

    That is my favourite car. I was 15 when it was built. I’m 81 now. I loved hearing it start. Beautiful. I hope you can get it back to the original colour of blue

  • @dawnbrown9898
    @dawnbrown9898 Год назад +56

    Alex, we love seeing your kids work along side you! You have good kids. ❤

    • @michaelripley4528
      @michaelripley4528 Год назад +1

      In that Way Alex have 3 hands😅

    • @mikkileon6380
      @mikkileon6380 Год назад

      I was just thinking the same thing. What great moments that you all will cherish as your children become adults and parents one day all of you will be able to look back at these quality bonding moments. It just makes me smile😍

    • @luannyates5199
      @luannyates5199 Год назад

      I’m so happy she started

  • @kathytappero7179
    @kathytappero7179 Год назад +48

    How exciting to rescue this classic!

  • @robincochran7369
    @robincochran7369 Год назад +32

    Alexander you're the Fairy Godfather of rescued vintage vehicles and I'm looking forward to see what your magic wand will turn this in to.

  • @maggie2u135
    @maggie2u135 Год назад +5

    In 1956 our neighbor bought a brand new 56 Chevrolet. I was 8yrs. old and have wanted one of them ever since. In Seattle, 1980 we saw a 1957 chevy convertible for sale on a used car lot that sold old chevy's. It was a beautiful robin's egg blue and was selling for $13,000. Can't imagine what it would be going for today.

  • @mikkileon6380
    @mikkileon6380 Год назад +4

    Well Alex, this 61 year old Nana really enjoyed this video lol. Hey, I enjoy all your videos, but I found this one really special and I love it when you take these old, beautiful classics, and return them to their former glory. I would’ve been afraid that many people would’ve scrapped the car and sold it for parts to people trying to replace pieces for their car like this. But you took this piece of rusted Mossey mouse infested hunk of metal and in two days you got other people dreaming of it. I can’t wait to see future updates of you restoring this beautiful beautiful classic❤

  • @maddieadams75
    @maddieadams75 Год назад +21

    Love this car. Can’t wait to see it restored ❤

  • @Jason_xofilos
    @Jason_xofilos Год назад +31

    Watching Alex cleaning up the car was somehow fairly satisfying.

    • @sherilynl4038
      @sherilynl4038 Год назад

      except i always seem to be eating when he does. hahahaha

  • @rkeller8141
    @rkeller8141 Год назад +9

    What a reservoir of knowledge dad has, the children are very fortunate to have his input and drive.

  • @gilliandrysdale5306
    @gilliandrysdale5306 Год назад +15

    looks amazing going to be interesting to see what you do with it ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @GingerLady57
    @GingerLady57 Год назад +22

    Love this video! I was born in 1957 and you are right about how desirable this car has always been! I wanted one and couldn’t find one I could afford. I hate these computerized cars with sensors that have to be replaced are more trouble than just taking care of the car,and checking for problems would be! Love the videos!

  • @jeanparker2753
    @jeanparker2753 Год назад +8

    Thank you for sharing. This has to be one of my favorites videos! A true diamond in the rough so exciting to hear it stat right up😊🎉.

  • @ValleyOakPaper
    @ValleyOakPaper Год назад +8

    I'm sure the neighbors of the previous owners are super happy that you bought that mossy old eyesore, Alex. Great work getting it running so quickly!

  • @michelgouverneur885
    @michelgouverneur885 Год назад +1

    i do like much when you buy a classic , i am a fan of these ...

  • @davidb3034
    @davidb3034 Год назад +1

    WTG!Glad you got it Running!🌴😎♥️♥️♥️Mary in Florida not David B. My I Pad Now! From my older Daughter! 😁😉😎🌴🌴🌴♥️😉

  • @SnoringCatPhoto
    @SnoringCatPhoto Год назад +3

    My neighbor had one of these cars in the 50s. He kept it shiny as a new penny. I hope you restore the blue color….thanks for great video.

  • @marciacahoon3512
    @marciacahoon3512 Год назад +8

    Oh the memories! I love seeing it brought back to life! Cant wait to see the journey!

  • @HiItsMeAgain03
    @HiItsMeAgain03 Год назад

    So I grew up in Port Crane, NY. As you were driving away from your house, all the blue spruce trees mixed with the other ones reminded me of our neighborhood. We had the best childhood ever! Thanks for the memories & great video!

  • @wyleenblack6947
    @wyleenblack6947 Год назад +1

    OMG I love this project and to think I was a car content complainer ❤😂 I am 75 years old and you have no idea how appreciated I am for this restoration.😊

  • @davidnorth3411
    @davidnorth3411 Год назад +4

    Old cars are so cool, the story behind the cars eliminate your purchase worries because it draws you in as a buyer . The cleanup is crazy satisfying to watch , imagine how many days outside the survivor has gone through be in your care is insane .

  • @mannyortiz4814
    @mannyortiz4814 Год назад +3

    Alex my darling. WOW, I can’t believe you brought it back to life. You are a master car restorer. Who ever ends up with the car is one lucky person. I know after you finish with it. The car will be a eye catcher. Congratulations, until next time. Take care and stay safe. Love ya 🍺🕊🌈😇🌹👍🙏🌞🇺🇸❤️

  • @nelliehedrick3147
    @nelliehedrick3147 Год назад +5

    Great buy Alex.... can't wait to see it done.❤❤❤

  • @bonnielucas1941
    @bonnielucas1941 Год назад +3

    What an awesome 57! I'm excited to see how it turns out!
    Thanks, Alex! 🎇💚☀️💜🌈💕

  • @kimberlymolitor354
    @kimberlymolitor354 Год назад +1

    So funny seeing the squirrel!! Never a dull moment on your channel!!! 🥰🥰🥰

  • @charlottebruce6841
    @charlottebruce6841 Год назад +2

    Great find! I love classic Chevy's! Amazing it started!! Looking forward to seeing it all finished.

  • @alicedupreez1072
    @alicedupreez1072 Год назад

    I am a soon to be 59 year old granny and I love visiting with you from South African. Thank you

  • @susancstufft2530
    @susancstufft2530 Год назад +9

    Looks like a winner. Good job Alex. You have a good eye for possibiilties. Waiting to see what you make of this classic.

  • @kenc1800
    @kenc1800 Год назад +2

    Wow, Alex you sure have a “good eye”. Leaving your name and number for whatever tickles your Canadian fancy is a good idea. Hour and a half EARLY tow trucks is unheard of here in the USA. I appreciate your work ethics and the fact that your sons are willing to help you with restoration and short efforts you took to fix the damage panels.

  • @viviannefraser5974
    @viviannefraser5974 Год назад +1

    Great to see you rescue an “eyesore” and make it somewhat more attractive again!

  • @angellocke8473
    @angellocke8473 Год назад

    Awesome find!!!! She sounds great too!!!! I love watching your videos, thank you for sharing and have a great evening!

  • @TheCrackerBox
    @TheCrackerBox Год назад +8

    I really really want to see you fix this one up !! I’ve seen what you can do on the other ones ! I would love to see you get the dents repaired & rust replaced with metal !! It would look great that teal color or black . Can’t wait , I love these cars 😊👍

  • @FreeSpeechZoneUSA
    @FreeSpeechZoneUSA Год назад +3

    I love it!!! It sounds sweet can't wait to see the first ride!! ❤❤ Thank you for sharing.

  • @SharonJones-ql8oy
    @SharonJones-ql8oy Год назад +1

    The original Blue color is gorgeous 😍

  • @sinovak1975
    @sinovak1975 Год назад +2

    I can't believe I am sitting here with a smile in my face watching this video! I am definitely not, nor have I ever been a car crazy girl, but I can't wait to see this car's transformation. I am sure the reason for my interest is because it takes me back to the late 60s watching my dad work on his 57 Chevy in our driveway. He loved that car. Fond memories, indeed. Good luck, and have fun!

  • @bailatwerski2951
    @bailatwerski2951 Год назад +1

    I cannot wait to see this completely done!!! Go Alex Go!!! You are AMAZING!!!!

  • @cindybowen17
    @cindybowen17 Год назад +3

    I’m looking forward to following this car. You go Alex😃👍

  • @edithwarria4794
    @edithwarria4794 Год назад +7

    Hello Alex how are you and your family, hope you guys are doing well. Love watching your videos all the time 👍💙💜💚❤️💖🦋🌈🌺🙏🏻from Edith in cairns Queensland Australia 🇦🇺

  • @reneebekas8977
    @reneebekas8977 Год назад +8

    I’ve really got to tell my dad about Alex’s channel. He’s love all these neat old cars.

  • @Coolness59
    @Coolness59 Год назад +7

    That’s a great project!! ‘57 Chevy, the American (and Canadian!!) classic. It will be fun to follow your progress. Keeping it original? 😊

  • @beverlystickney
    @beverlystickney Год назад +3

    Thanks for taking us on this journey with you! So exciting. So interesting. That pressure washer is the bomb!

  • @leannehull710
    @leannehull710 Год назад +1

    You have the magic touch with the automobile. Great to see the love you have for classics.

  • @VolcanoTimeLapse
    @VolcanoTimeLapse Год назад +10

    Very enjoyable! I started collecting at 12 I guess. Lots of good parts. Looking forward to watching it evolve.

  • @DavidSmith-sw5kg
    @DavidSmith-sw5kg Год назад +6

    Good luck with your new project. 🍀
    It’s gonna be a beauty ❤️

  • @tysonconrad6249
    @tysonconrad6249 Год назад +1

    The best 50's car ever made!! 20 years old and that's my dream car!

  • @likearockcm
    @likearockcm Год назад +1

    She's a beauty and purrs ! Engine likely rebuilt. Get some fresh gas ,oil & filter and go cruisin' . Well maybe a few other things 😉

  • @lanastrong7901
    @lanastrong7901 Год назад

    Thank you for filming this. When I met my husband in high school in 1966 this is the car he drove. I miss those days. Thank you again.

  • @cynthiarenfroe8004
    @cynthiarenfroe8004 Год назад

    What an awesome deal you got the classic Chevy ,, quite a neat hobby for you to be fixing up ,,I sure hope it will start and run ,,glad you rescued it ,, enjoy

  • @donaldmiller9648
    @donaldmiller9648 Год назад +4

    Alex...you have instincts about old cars...the car whisperer! Amazing somebody didn't buy that car earlier...waiting to see how the restoration continues.

  • @rita1259-y5c
    @rita1259-y5c Год назад +3

    I was born in 1953, but this car was still very popular and plentiful when I was in my teens & 20's. It's still very desirable here in Tennessee!

    • @MaryB-ps8lg
      @MaryB-ps8lg Год назад +1

      57' Chevy was my dream car when I was in high school.

  • @JeanStAubin-nl9uo
    @JeanStAubin-nl9uo Год назад +2

    Wow! Sat for 40 years and it starts! Impressive. Nice job pushing out the dents Alex.

  • @CathyMiller0711
    @CathyMiller0711 Год назад +3

    It really is a cool looking car. And just a couple days of Alexander know-how and it's running! Would love to see it in it's original color. What a great one-owner find!

  • @Bottlemanbob
    @Bottlemanbob Год назад +3

    Sweet ride Alex!! I can't wait to see it back cruising the streets like it should be.

  • @bevzimmerman2102
    @bevzimmerman2102 Год назад

    Alex , watching this video was pure joy! What a cool car! 👏👏👏

  • @junkyardhillbilly
    @junkyardhillbilly Год назад +6

    That was awesome thanks for sharing this with us

  • @OhHeyFergy
    @OhHeyFergy Год назад +6

    What a cool find. I've really missed your car videos so I can't wait to see this one come together!

  • @assiahinarkansas
    @assiahinarkansas Год назад

    Really enjoyed this one. Thanks. Loved the Arkansas connection. That's where I am😊

  • @eddieforce2341
    @eddieforce2341 Год назад +1

    This is a great find. The possibilities are endless to make this a real class ride.

  • @nonelost1
    @nonelost1 Год назад

    What a find! Alex, you have been blessed in that the motor started so easily and that you were able to pound out most of the right side damage as easily as you did. And also to find out that it moves too. Now you need to get it to stop, and administer chemo and surgery to deal with the cancer, among other things. It's like that car had your name written on it for 39 years. Keep up the good work!

  • @candacedolan4857
    @candacedolan4857 Год назад +12

    Hearing that engine come alive made me smile! I do love seeing you take an old forgotten or discarded car and giving it life again. Can't wait to watch the restoration series.

  • @madelynl.5351
    @madelynl.5351 Год назад

    This is my all time favorite make and model car. I’m not sure what I like more: the house revamping or the car revamping. You are genius, Alex!

  • @oceanluvngal
    @oceanluvngal Год назад +1

    I can never pass by a '57 Chevy without stopping to get a photo. Excited to see what comes next with this one.

  • @danielulz1640
    @danielulz1640 Год назад +5

    Woo hoo, it's a runner! With all of those spare parts, it's like a life size model car kit. I think that it would be very pretty in the original Robin's Egg Blue with a White roof, trunk and upper quarter panel. I'll bet that quarter panel moulding will straighten out.
    All in all, seems like a good purchase. Congrats!

  • @brianbaxter3913
    @brianbaxter3913 Год назад +3

    Nice find and very restorable. Glad you could get it running so easy after all the time it sat. Can't wait to see what you do with it. Hope you got a good deal on it.

  • @barbaraann7173
    @barbaraann7173 Год назад

    Nice surprise this morning....... I love all things "Vintage" including 1957 Chevys, ... totally enjoyed this video....

  • @barbaraheed3509
    @barbaraheed3509 Год назад

    I wish we could go back to cars with no computerized stuff !!!
    It's now almost like con.
    You have no choice but to buy one. And the cost is unreal.
    I'm 65 now and I haven't had a car now for about 7 yrs. Can't afford the repairs on one these days. My dad always worked on all of our cars and he taught us the basics. When your only income is SSI it makes it rather tough to afford a decent car. If I had a older one I could at least work on it myself or get some help from friends.
    But now it's busses for me I guess. Absolutally love what you do AND love the fact your entire family gets involved also.
    Way to go my friend and your doing great things too.

  • @lizlee6290
    @lizlee6290 Год назад +3

    Oh lordy, a 57 Chevy! Covet, covet, covet! Having learned to drive in an "on the column" car, I could even drive it! I even remember splashing gas in the carburetor. Those tires sure look like snow tires!

  • @TraceyKHouston
    @TraceyKHouston Год назад +2

    A '57 Chevy Belair is my dream car. I prefer the trim with the V insert on the rear quarter panel, and a 4-door, since that's more practical for me. So instead of having a real 57 Chevy, I have little replica models displayed on my book shelf. 😊
    I was so happy when this baby actually cranked and started. I started clapping with joy! It looks great after the cleanup and pulling out the dents!
    In 1984 when it was parked, I was still living in Drayton Valley, AB (Nashville TN now), and my mother had a green '55 Chevy which was the daily driver.

  • @Nancy_S
    @Nancy_S Год назад +2

    She’s alive! Awesome!

  • @pamelaarescurrinaga8201
    @pamelaarescurrinaga8201 Год назад

    Will it start ? Yes. Fun video. Thanks for taking g us along.

  • @timothybrown6790
    @timothybrown6790 Год назад +3

    So glad you saved it !

  • @randytim512
    @randytim512 Год назад +1

    I love these videos !!! So satisfying to see this classic Chevy restored! 🤜🤛

  • @bccphotec
    @bccphotec Год назад +9

    Try the lugs that have the shaft "collars" on the back that are used by a number of the aftermarket wheels as adapters. Those could possibly work for you. The '57 looks nice. I'm kind of spoiled with rust-free, being in Arizona. (Now if I could only afford them!) Keep up the great work! EDIT- I put this up before I could finish watching. Nice of him to bring you the right lugs!

  • @ToomasTelling
    @ToomasTelling Год назад +2

    i am pretty sure this is the best 50s car to own because all the parts to fix rust and issues and what ever else are available.

  • @JesusTorres-qr1gz
    @JesusTorres-qr1gz Год назад

    Those chevy six cylinders engines were designed to last for years to come, I used to play with them, CONGRATULATIONS, you have a sweet project in your hands, most kind of you for sharing it with us, blessings to you and your love ones, from the endless summer paradise Puerto Rico Jesus Torres.

  • @robertmceuen3630
    @robertmceuen3630 Год назад

    That's a Chevy 6 cylinder for ya! Start right up after sitting for 40 years! Great video. Thanks.

  • @richwhitaker1506
    @richwhitaker1506 Год назад +1

    To paraphrase Dr. Frankenstein, "It LIVES "!Great start to a classic revival. Please go back to the original blue.

  • @marygarner5249
    @marygarner5249 Год назад +1

    Another awesome car saved by you 👍👍👍👍😁

  • @christoye5200
    @christoye5200 Год назад +2

    Nice job Alex, love it when a plan comes together !

  • @shannonnakamura9932
    @shannonnakamura9932 Год назад +5

    Oh man this was a awesome video!! Love that car and I can't wait to see more!! I hope you decide to do some more work to it I'd love to see that. Great work Alex!! ❤

  • @Thechangelingpnw
    @Thechangelingpnw Год назад

    How cool, great find. Excited to watch the progress.

  • @flyinggirl3121
    @flyinggirl3121 Год назад +1

    That was a great sound when it turned over!

  • @crinkle2649
    @crinkle2649 Год назад +2

    The squirrel being in the car was so funny. I was going to comment that at least it's not full of squirrels or raccoons.

  • @tomlappin9657
    @tomlappin9657 Год назад +1

    Great find on this 57 and the extra parts help fixing it up. You'll have it on the road soon. / T

  • @DcsNahaWilson
    @DcsNahaWilson Год назад

    great job....love me a 57.....yes nice to heare something run after those setting years 👋

  • @candytalbert8680
    @candytalbert8680 Год назад +1

    I have my own 1957 chevy Belair absolutely love it❤

  • @lindasnyder2976
    @lindasnyder2976 Год назад

    '57 Chevy! Boy, that takes me back! Well done, Alexander!

  • @mwyatt222
    @mwyatt222 Год назад +1

    My uncle worked at Steakley bros Chevy in Tx from the 50s til late 80s. My cousin had a slew of unbelievable used cars including a 2 dr. 57' just like that one in factory gold w/ gold and brown interior. He had this car in the 70s for a few months. lt had the 6 cyl as well. l drove it w/ less than 20k miles on it and it felt brand new. True garage kept one owner grandma's car. The interior was like new. l cherish the times l got to ride and drive in the 50s and 60s cars when they were low miles like new still in the 70s now when l see these videos. One of the perks of being old. l also live in the house l grew up in and was burying a dead cat recently where my sandbox was in the 60s and found my redline dodge charger hot wheels from then and l thought about curiosity inc.

  • @barbaralavoie1045
    @barbaralavoie1045 Год назад +2

    It does look better without the moss but you do have a challenge there. But I know you enjoy doing these projects. Happy for you that it started. Now to clean out the gas tank? Etc.? It is a popular car, indeed.❤️👍

  • @adapoole4515
    @adapoole4515 Год назад

    My mouth fell open when I heard that car start, and it sounded good. Great find for you. I was born in 1957, so that is 66 years old, not 70 yrs old yet. lol

  • @johnshaw4140
    @johnshaw4140 Год назад

    Please keep this Chevy for your kids Alex , that is just amazing

  • @kathrynevans3835
    @kathrynevans3835 Год назад +3

    I love the original blue color.

  • @exlimey1417
    @exlimey1417 Год назад

    Those Chevy L6s are pretty indestructible. That thing cranked really well right off the bat.

  • @lanitaorjeraldlewisdillorl2258

    What did I tell you about the pool house garage Alex? LOL 🤣
    I bet Melissa is thrilled right about now. 🤭
    It'll be beautiful once you get it all redone. ❤❤❤❤❤
    Another Great Buy. 👍👍
    May God Bless you & ALL of your loved ones ALWAYS. ✝️🙏✝️🙏✝️

  • @lawtx7640
    @lawtx7640 Год назад

    Ohhh same blue color as my Dad's 57 Apache step side pickup. Love that old truck, I drove it in high school 81-82 and the boys were super jealous. Great show!

  • @vickimaddox8711
    @vickimaddox8711 Год назад +11

    I'm anxious to see this 57 running. If anybody can breathe life back into it, it's you.

  • @DC-bm7oz
    @DC-bm7oz Год назад +1

    Wow great job man, can’t wait to see your progress! Way to go…..

  • @marggyreppeto-pi6re
    @marggyreppeto-pi6re Год назад

    I'm so jealous. That is my dream car and the year I was born. Can't wait till you get it refurbished. Thanks Alex

  • @CrankyBeach
    @CrankyBeach Год назад

    When I was little my parents had a 1956 Chevy station wagon with (if my memory hasn't gone ka-blooey) the same paint color. It stopped being our family car in 1965 and until the mid 1980s was my dad's work car, stuffed full of tools. It too was "3 on the tree." I drove it exactly once, in the mid 1970s, when I barely knew how to drive stick. I stalled several times on the way home. I also remember marveling at how much empty space it had under the hood compared to more modern cars.