THIS IS IT!! This Chevelle is The Most Desirable muscle car for Me!! It isn't the quickest muscle car out there, but I Absolutely Love this one!! I have studied muscle car designs for many years, and in my humble opinion, this is the best-looking muscle car of all!! This is only my opinion, but, having spent many hours cruising and experiencing the visceral feel, great exhaust-soundtrack and the familiar whine of the transmission while rowing through the gears, and, the best of All... peering over the raised cowl induction hood while cruising and Boston cranked on the 8-track in my brother's 72 SS Chevelle!! There are certainly countless great body styles, styling/color combos, such as the '68-'70 Chargers, GTO's, Camaros, 'Stangs, AMX's, Darts, Dusters, Torinos, GTXs, TransAms, Roadrunners, 442's, Grand Sports, Super birds, and, I could go on and on... I Love All of the classic muscle cars, and there isn't enough time to even get into the Great engine/transmission, and exhaust soundtracks, tires, etc. Having acknowledged these, this '72 Chevelle is the perfect combination with the great colors, wheels, blacked-out grill, beautifully sculpted body, power train and the interior that transports me back to the 1960's and 1970's during the peak of the muscle car era. Much simpler times, no computers nor cell phones, the intoxicating smell of unleaded gasoline flowing into the tank, and....., Disco!!!😂 Thanks so much for sharing, and you do a Great job describing this gem,cand I appreciate your insight and knowledge!!!
I had its upscale and often overlooked cousin as my first car in 1980, a 1970 Monte Carlo SS 454, also black over cherry red. What a car to have as young teenage male. Crazy amount of torque - actually a bit tricky not to peel out with its somewhat sticky throttle pedal. It was all about quick acceleration, the handling was only ok and the brakes were pretty pathetic for the speed you could quickly attain. Still, I would love to have it today.
My favorite reviews are your muscle car ones. I am Mopar to the soul, but Chevelles rock for sure. American Street Muscle rules! Sweet pulls, on throttle Joe!
I'm 55 and I remember my grandmothers Chevy SS. Same color etc but with the 396. I would take this over any new car made today. Great American muscle car.
My first car back in 1984 was a 72 Chevelle . No SS mine was kind of an oddball, must’ve been custom ordered. Only options were the 307v8 p/s p/b am radio. No carpet just a rubber floor! and cool body colored steelies with bow tie moon hubcaps. My dream car would be the seldom seen 72 Heavy Chevy option. It was a more affordable alternative to the SS with several engine choices including the 402. Just couldn’t get the 454. Great video ! Brought back some good memories! Thanks.
my first car was a 75 monte carlo with a 350,,,in 1987,,,sooooo easy to work on,,,,i could change the altinator,,,,thermostat,,,belts, starter, brakes,,,a number of other things in minutes,,,,no eletronics,,,gas was cheap in 87 too
This feels like 1972 all over again!! Except I was seven years old, and had more interest in getting a Schwinn Stingray with the Stik Shifter, banana seat, and the high handlebars than drooling on muscle cars. I'm glad I outgrew that phase!!
I had a 1970 Camaro Z28 clone. Built 350 with a Muncie M22 and a .373 Posi rear end. My best friend had a stock 1972 SS El Camino 350 with an automatic. (around 1985) Both were great cars. This video brings back memories. Thanks Joe! That Chevelle will make a new owner very happy.
My brother owned a Red 1971 Chevelle SS454. While not the performance dragon of the 1970 SS454, it was still rated at 365hp and if you put headers and free breathing intake with the cowl induction hood; you'd have more hp than stock, very comparable to the 1970 version. I loved the performance and styling of the beast!
My mom had a 1972 Chevelle, but I was too young then to understand that one day, these car would become classic cars … and it ended up, unfortunately, to the scrapyard. Great video Joe that brings back some good old memories!!! A+++
@denisbrisebois7658 …that is so funny because I was just going to comment that my mom bought a brand new 1972 Chevy Malibu that I distinctly remember remember the day she brought it home. I’ll never forget its gold paint color. Unfortunately her time with the car was brought to an end by a guy in a pickup truck failing to yield making a left turn and totaling the car.
It's for these reasons why I plan to hold onto my e92 M3 6spd and S2000 - NEVER selling them. If they break down, I'll still keep them and fix them myself later on. We're going the way of boring, garbage electric vehicles, and ICE cars - especially 6spd manual and/or 8-cyl - will become collectors items worth A LOT.
Beautiful. There were other wonderful cars in the late 60's-70. GTO 442 Hemi anything and others. I remember a friend with a gold with black just like that one which was stunning. Thanks for the nice look back review. Believe me that nobody wanted a Porsche or Mercedes back then.
I love this car. I'm a big fan of this generation of Chevelles. They are well designed, were well put together and drove/drive very nicely. I was fortunate to go car shopping with my dad in 1970. I tried to convince him we needed the SS396, but he bought a very nice Malibu with the 350. It was a wonderful car and would most likely still be in the family, but it was rear-ended (totaled) on the interstate during the after-work rush hour in the late 70s. That had previously happened to my dad's 55 Chevy years prior. Sad, but luckily, he was not injured in either incident. Life in the big city.
Gorgeous ride. Looks like it can chew up and spit cars out. The seats look very beautiful. I know modern cars have more horsepower and tech. But they don't have the attitude and grit of these beautiful rides. Thank you, Joe.
Wow! Love that Team Raiti can shift gears & Time Travel. My Brother had a 68 Chevelle think he said he traded his dirt bike & 500$ for it. I had a 72 Nova I bought off Ethan Hawke back in 03. Love the Old American Muscle ❤ Great Video Team. Thank You ✌️
Beautiful machine! Good old Era were people looked forward with BIG V8 engine who lived one quarter mile at a time! Classic American cars are true legends! Rather spend 100k+ on classic muscle car than new Hellcat!
Outstanding and entertaining review. This car was rolling off the assembly line when I was a senior in college. Thanks for bringing back some great memories. Still laughing at your review of the "infotainment center" and door panels.
69' and 70' are the epitome of Chevelles. In 69' the 69 was my favorite, when the 70's came out it took a while of seeing them on the streets before I liked them as well as the 69'.
These muscle cars still rocks the 1/4 mile times ever VS today entry level competition, too bad they don´t compete "power for buck" stands anymore... times changed
Joe thank you for bringing this to the Raiti’s rides family. There’s a 2018 demon at dream giveaway,I CAN’T WAIT FOR YOU TO SMOKE EM BECAUSE YOU GOT EM! Please go on throttle!! It would be interesting if dream giveaway garage plans to giveaway a chevelle 396 or a chevelle 454.
Good day Joey! As much as I like chevelles, I like chargers more!! With the amount of engine options and other options available in the good old days. I’d be happy to own either... 😜
You blew my mind.. lol.. when I got the notification of your video.. I thought you was going to inform the world of a brand new muscle Chevy Chevelle 2024… lol man I got pumped ! But hey 72 is just as good if not better !
Beautiful Super Sport. I had a 1972 Chevelle Malibu in High School. It wasn't the SS but man, I loved that car. I'd love to win this beauty. Good luck to everyone that entered.
1st generation Chevelles have always had a sweet spot for me. For one thing, each year of the 1st gen looks pretty different from the next, especially going from 69 to 70. The V8 power plants under the hood are pure pre fuel crisis "Commies will never beat me in a quarter mile " American Baby Boomer badass. 1970 is my favorite Chevelle look ever, but the 72 has a great butt
Joe is on a roll like always. It would be cool and I know the chances are probably slim, if Joe can get his hands on antique kind of cars like maybe a Model T but I don't know if those cars are made for on throttle. Lol 😂😂
I remember my dad bought one used from a used car dealer in the late 80s early 90s. I believe it was a normal one from the 70s one. I guess the engine blew up or something but all I remember he said the car caught on fire. Hopefully it wasn’t arson. Had one picture of it and for the longest didn’t know what it was. It was a blue Chevy chevelle!
The 402 is just a bored out 396, this car doesn't have the cowl induction hood. I was driving my 1971 307 rust bucket with manual brakes, was scary. My dad and I did an almost 180 as I had to slam on the brakes, When we looked up we were at the entrance to a crowded biker bar
The same co. that makes a Firebird on a Camaro subframe did a Chevelle SS late 2022 or early 2023. The grill was spot on but the proportions on it didn't look right because of the Camaro's shorter hood. TH-cam VIDEO of its unveiling
I would love to take a car like this Chevelle SS and completely gut it. Drop a newer Chevy V8 with a supercharger, and if possible add their 10-speed transmission. I'm sure all of that would be super expensive, but it would make for one hell of a muscle car.
The Chevelle is awesome! However, when it comes to the full sized two door type of Muscle Car, the olds 442 has my heart. That or if I were to go the Pony car direction, Boss 429. That’s not yo knock that Chevelle tho, gorgeous machine!
My brother had a 1970 SS Chevelle 396/402. It was a beautiful car.
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!!!! Keep bringing the Old School!!!!!!
The more I see these classic muscle cars it makes me want to go back to this time period
@@paul562but damn they look good haha
Same
Yeh...I was a kid in grade school and jr. high in the 60s and early 70s. A great time for cars and music.
The Baddest! 1970 Chevelle SS 454 LS6. By 1972 Horsepower power numbers were down.
Now my perfect car!
I’m so glad that you like this one!
Yes it is
@@RaitisRidesthis is one of my dream cars
Mine is a ‘70 Chevelle SS 454 LS6
THIS IS IT!!
This Chevelle is The Most Desirable muscle car for Me!!
It isn't the quickest muscle car out there, but I Absolutely Love this one!! I have studied muscle car designs for many years, and in my humble opinion, this is the best-looking muscle car of all!! This is only my opinion, but, having spent many hours cruising and experiencing the visceral feel, great exhaust-soundtrack and the familiar whine of the transmission while rowing through the gears, and, the best of All... peering over the raised cowl induction hood while cruising and Boston cranked on the 8-track in my brother's 72 SS Chevelle!!
There are certainly countless great body styles, styling/color combos, such as the '68-'70 Chargers, GTO's, Camaros, 'Stangs, AMX's, Darts, Dusters, Torinos, GTXs, TransAms, Roadrunners, 442's, Grand Sports, Super birds, and, I could go on and on...
I Love All of the classic muscle cars, and there isn't enough time to even get into the Great engine/transmission, and exhaust soundtracks, tires, etc.
Having acknowledged these, this '72 Chevelle is the perfect combination with the great colors, wheels, blacked-out grill, beautifully sculpted body, power train and the interior that transports me back to the 1960's and 1970's during the peak of the muscle car era.
Much simpler times, no computers nor cell phones, the intoxicating smell of unleaded gasoline flowing into the tank, and....., Disco!!!😂
Thanks so much for sharing, and you do a Great job describing this gem,cand I appreciate your insight and knowledge!!!
The "Heavy Chevy" 1972 Chevelle SS this car is a beauty in Flame Orange with the black stripes and roof. The on throttle action is a blast!
The Heavy Chevy wasn't badged as an SS.
Simple answer...YES
One of my favorite classic cars
I had its upscale and often overlooked cousin as my first car in 1980, a 1970 Monte Carlo SS 454, also black over cherry red. What a car to have as young teenage male. Crazy amount of torque - actually a bit tricky not to peel out with its somewhat sticky throttle pedal. It was all about quick acceleration, the handling was only ok and the brakes were pretty pathetic for the speed you could quickly attain. Still, I would love to have it today.
True amarican muscle, baby!💪🇺🇸
My favorite reviews are your muscle car ones. I am Mopar to the soul, but Chevelles rock for sure. American Street Muscle rules! Sweet pulls, on throttle Joe!
The 1970 is one of my favorite cars ever. This one is a gorgeous beast.
How cool would it be if you got to review a 67-72 C10 truck or Blazer?? Love the classic Reviews!
I'm 55 and I remember my grandmothers Chevy SS. Same color etc but with the 396. I would take this over any new car made today. Great American muscle car.
Give me this car over any new hellcat gt500 zl1 it doesn't matter I love modern muscle but classic muscle will always have my heart
I like how you point out old school unique features to the youngin's of today. Hood latch, single mirror, gas filler ....POSI etc. Thanks Joe.
My first car back in 1984 was a 72 Chevelle . No SS mine was kind of an oddball, must’ve been custom ordered. Only options were the 307v8 p/s p/b am radio. No carpet just a rubber floor! and cool body colored steelies with bow tie moon hubcaps.
My dream car would be the seldom seen 72 Heavy Chevy option. It was a more affordable alternative to the SS with several engine choices including the 402. Just couldn’t get the 454.
Great video ! Brought back some good memories! Thanks.
Love the Classic Muscle Cars and this one doesn’t disappoint! Thanks Joe
Glad you doing these muscle cars. Modern cars are great, but there is something magical about these muscle cars.
my first car was a 75 monte carlo with a 350,,,in 1987,,,sooooo easy to work on,,,,i could change the altinator,,,,thermostat,,,belts, starter, brakes,,,a number of other things in minutes,,,,no eletronics,,,gas was cheap in 87 too
This feels like 1972 all over again!! Except I was seven years old, and had more interest in getting a Schwinn Stingray with the Stik Shifter, banana seat, and the high handlebars than drooling on muscle cars. I'm glad I outgrew that phase!!
I had a 1970 Camaro Z28 clone. Built 350 with a Muncie M22 and a .373 Posi rear end. My best friend had a stock 1972 SS El Camino 350 with an automatic. (around 1985) Both were great cars. This video brings back memories. Thanks Joe! That Chevelle will make a new owner very happy.
Whattt, a freaking Chevelle SS (my no. 1 favorite muscle car along with the 1970 Challenger)!! I have no words Joe seriously.
You have good taste!
That orange is beautiful. I miss cars like this. 😏
I think the Chevrolet Chevelle is the coolest car 🚗 around, even I want this classic muscle car. 😎
I’m so glad that you are liking this one.
@@RaitisRides 😊👍🤩😎😎😎, and honestly!?, I love 💕 this car then a Camaro.
My brother owned a Red 1971 Chevelle SS454. While not the performance dragon of the 1970 SS454, it was still rated at 365hp and if you put headers and free breathing intake with the cowl induction hood; you'd have more hp than stock, very comparable to the 1970 version. I loved the performance and styling of the beast!
My mom had a 1972 Chevelle, but I was too young then to understand that one day, these car would become classic cars … and it ended up, unfortunately, to the scrapyard.
Great video Joe that brings back some good old memories!!!
A+++
@denisbrisebois7658 …that is so funny because I was just going to comment that my mom bought a brand new 1972 Chevy Malibu that I distinctly remember remember the day she brought it home. I’ll never forget its gold paint color. Unfortunately her time with the car was brought to an end by a guy in a pickup truck failing to yield making a left turn and totaling the car.
It's for these reasons why I plan to hold onto my e92 M3 6spd and S2000 - NEVER selling them. If they break down, I'll still keep them and fix them myself later on. We're going the way of boring, garbage electric vehicles, and ICE cars - especially 6spd manual and/or 8-cyl - will become collectors items worth A LOT.
Retro video I haven't seen in a long time showing old school American muscle and I love to see lots more of that
Beautiful. There were other wonderful cars in the late 60's-70. GTO 442 Hemi anything and others. I remember a friend with a gold with black just like that one which was stunning. Thanks for the nice look back review. Believe me that nobody wanted a Porsche or Mercedes back then.
I love this car. I'm a big fan of this generation of Chevelles. They are well designed, were well put together and drove/drive very nicely. I was fortunate to go car shopping with my dad in 1970. I tried to convince him we needed the SS396, but he bought a very nice Malibu with the 350. It was a wonderful car and would most likely still be in the family, but it was rear-ended (totaled) on the interstate during the after-work rush hour in the late 70s. That had previously happened to my dad's 55 Chevy years prior. Sad, but luckily, he was not injured in either incident. Life in the big city.
I had the Heavy Chevy version of this car and I loved it!! Thanks for showing muscle cars!
That thermostat housing and intake manifold have seen better days.
Gorgeous ride. Looks like it can chew up and spit cars out. The seats look very beautiful. I know modern cars have more horsepower and tech. But they don't have the attitude and grit of these beautiful rides. Thank you, Joe.
Wow! Love that Team Raiti can shift gears & Time Travel. My Brother had a 68 Chevelle think he said he traded his dirt bike & 500$ for it. I had a 72 Nova I bought off Ethan Hawke back in 03. Love the Old American Muscle ❤
Great Video Team.
Thank You ✌️
The world would be a much duller place without Chevelles! I always wanted a 68 SS, man I loved that year. Awesome episode Team Raiti!
Classic Classic Classic! Thank you Joe this review brought me great memories with my uncle and his 72 SS.
Love the reviews of the old time muscle cars, Joe- keep up the great work.
Excellent video Joe bringing back the classics
*That WHEELSPIN chirp in second gear* 🤤
😂😂
Love seeing your passion as a car enthusiast Joe!! "On Throttle!"
Wow Joe! You out did yourself!! Great job!!! 😁👍 The 1968-'72 Chevelle, Cutlass, GTO, and GNX are my all time favourite classic muscle!!
Keep the mix of “retro” reviews coming!👍
Beautiful machine! Good old Era were people looked forward with BIG V8 engine who lived one quarter mile at a time! Classic American cars are true legends! Rather spend 100k+ on classic muscle car than new Hellcat!
Keep the oldies coming. Like to see an L88 Corvette.
Happy Muscle Friday Joe! Chevelle Time!
Heck yeah Tom! Flex that muscle!
@@RaitisRides ;D
Lovely CAR! Nice Color
Outstanding and entertaining review. This car was rolling off the assembly line when I was a senior in college. Thanks for bringing back some great memories. Still laughing at your review of the "infotainment center" and door panels.
You’re the Goat! My fav Chevelle is the 1970 Chevelle SS 454 LS6!
You have great taste brother! Thanks for the awesome support!
69' and 70' are the epitome of Chevelles. In 69' the 69 was my favorite, when the 70's came out it took a while of seeing them on the streets before I liked them as well as the 69'.
I was lucky to have one of these and a 69 Camaro SS back in the 70 what a great time to be a kid great video you no your cars 😊😊🇺🇸🇺🇸
These muscle cars still rocks the 1/4 mile times ever VS today entry level competition, too bad they don´t compete "power for buck" stands anymore... times changed
My favorite old school car 😍😍🔥🔥🔥🔥
1969 Chevelle with a 502 in it is my dream car. I’ll take it over any car. The 69 charger fast back is nice as well.
Last things I'd ever want are a muscle car or a pickup but cool that you cover all types.
Joe thank you for bringing this to the Raiti’s rides family. There’s a 2018 demon at dream giveaway,I CAN’T WAIT FOR YOU TO SMOKE EM BECAUSE YOU GOT EM! Please go on throttle!! It would be interesting if dream giveaway garage plans to giveaway a chevelle 396 or a chevelle 454.
Stay tuned! There are some big things coming
A 1971, 454 cui, with Crowl Induction would hit the spot.😊
Keep up the classics joe. Great work as always bud!!
Love those classic car reviews
Feed us more! 😍
Good day Joey! As much as I like chevelles, I like chargers more!! With the amount of engine options and other options available in the good old days. I’d be happy to own either... 😜
Sorry for the typo Joe!
You blew my mind.. lol.. when I got the notification of your video.. I thought you was going to inform the world of a brand new muscle Chevy Chevelle 2024… lol man I got pumped ! But hey 72 is just as good if not better !
Trust me I know how you feel!
I want a 1970 Chevelle SS!!!!!
Going back to the 1970s! Nice review joe
Heck yeah Daniel!
Keep the classics coming!!!
I had a 69 chevelle as…. Loved it…. Miss it. My favorite Chevy of all time!
Classic never goes out of style 💯
Omg this car is beautiful! These cars are hard to come by
Joe and Lori and Steve and keep up the great work real true and I love the video 👍 💯💯💯
Beautiful Super Sport. I had a 1972 Chevelle Malibu in High School. It wasn't the SS but man, I loved that car. I'd love to win this beauty. Good luck to everyone that entered.
1st generation Chevelles have always had a sweet spot for me. For one thing, each year of the 1st gen looks pretty different from the next, especially going from 69 to 70. The V8 power plants under the hood are pure pre fuel crisis "Commies will never beat me in a quarter mile " American Baby Boomer badass. 1970 is my favorite Chevelle look ever, but the 72 has a great butt
You just made my day
That is so awesome Ronald!
Love the classics, keep up the great work mate!
Thanks Joe ! Only thing that would have been better would be a 1970 with 454 ! What a monster lol !
Yes, The '70 had about 150 more hp
“You’re not going out anywhere without your Elvis 8-track.” 🎙
Nice, really nice. Thank you for sharing this simple and true boy. I'm looking forward to some Pontiacs. Thanks for sharing, captain.
Thanks for bringing the muscle 💪🏾
Hi Joe, it's a cool cool car for a car in the era But not as cool by today's standards and though It lacks modern tech I love It.❤❤
Thanks for letting me bring a variety of cars your way?
@@RaitisRides Yes Joe I love It. It is not a cool car by today's standards.
@@LuisUrbietait absolutely IS a cool car by today's standards. You're in the minority by a huge margin.
congrats on 1 mil subs !!!!!!!!
Joe is on a roll like always. It would be cool and I know the chances are probably slim, if Joe can get his hands on antique kind of cars like maybe a Model T but I don't know if those cars are made for on throttle. Lol 😂😂
We will see what o can track down!
@@RaitisRides I know Raitis Rides is always up for a challenge!
@@Mr.PhatsVarietyVibesShowthat would be freaking awesome
@@DarkJediChrisG-1425you got that right!
More of this type content PLEASE!
I remember my dad bought one used from a used car dealer in the late 80s early 90s. I believe it was a normal one from the 70s one. I guess the engine blew up or something but all I remember he said the car caught on fire. Hopefully it wasn’t arson. Had one picture of it and for the longest didn’t know what it was. It was a blue Chevy chevelle!
The 402 is just a bored out 396, this car doesn't have the cowl induction hood. I was driving my 1971 307 rust bucket with manual brakes, was scary. My dad and I did an almost 180 as I had to slam on the brakes, When we looked up we were at the entrance to a crowded biker bar
I had a 1970 GTO. Fun cars.
What a beautiful ride!!
Always love the Chevelle. My favorite year is the 66
The same co. that makes a Firebird on a Camaro subframe did a Chevelle SS late 2022 or early 2023. The grill was spot on but the proportions on it didn't look right because of the Camaro's shorter hood. TH-cam VIDEO of its unveiling
The 396(402) was rated at 240 in 1972 Joe, not 270. The 454 was rated at 270.
Agreed! I also believe 72 was the last year for the 454 big block.
The 454 was available in a '73SS. After that it was a Laguna Seca.
Happy Friday. A true classic car 👍💥
Gotta have the Elvis for cruisin in your SS
I'm definitely getting one of these!!
Love the classic muscle cars bro
Joe! You forgot the business end (I know everything was pretty plain and simple but you were probably excited just to go on throttle!)
Nice video keep up the good work Joe
I would love to take a car like this Chevelle SS and completely gut it. Drop a newer Chevy V8 with a supercharger, and if possible add their 10-speed transmission. I'm sure all of that would be super expensive, but it would make for one hell of a muscle car.
Wow this is one of my favorite cars Joe especially in a convertible , is this an kit Car or an original model???.
This is ORIGINAL
Chevelle is my Favorite car of all time ...
Is that 8 track player a touchscreen? 😁
Do a Plymouth Roadrunner sometime. My dream muscle car.
I need one those Chevelles here in Finland!
The Chevelle is awesome! However, when it comes to the full sized two door type of Muscle Car, the olds 442 has my heart. That or if I were to go the Pony car direction, Boss 429. That’s not yo knock that Chevelle tho, gorgeous machine!
great review..can you do a 1st generation monte carlo?
I had a 1970 Roadrunner in HS in that same color