I know these videos are time consuming and you have a shop to run, but I sure love these longer and more detailed build videos like the early days of your channel. Thank you guys and gal so much!
@@V8TV Spectacular work, Sir! Your team and yourself should be commended. I Loved watching you on t.v. but i had not known that you actually own and operate, a restoration shop. Your work, in achieving a 997 out of a possible 1,000, speaks to your dedication and skills: Bravo Maestros!!
Thank you James! Yes, we build a lot of cars in the V8 Speed and Resto Shop. We're fortunate to have such a talented team to work with! @@jamesmcdonnell5617
@@V8TV it shows in your passion, your articulate skills in enunciation and in conveyong your mission's vision and the physical output of the same, especially from what i've witnessed on your t.v. show: Fabulous production - Really! Continued Good Luck!!
Wow.... I was 10 yrs old and my dad drove up in his brand new '67 GTO.... blue with black vinyl top. His was a shade darker blue if I remember correctly... although it was close to this color. It had the red striped tires and 400ci w/ auto and hurst shifter. He let me drive it.... sitting on his lap. Lots of memories. That thing would set you way back in the seat when he floored it. My dad was a Border Patrolman stationed in Comstock Texas. Just north of Del Rio Texas back then. Thanks!
To me one of the best looking cars ever, I have been in love with the ‘66 and ‘67 ever since I saw one in the showroom in 1965. This one is the best of the best. 👏🏻❤️👏🏻❤️
I am a Pontiac nut. I love that car. I loved watching the restoration. The best part was unveiling and when their family showed up. That was great seeing the grandkids interacting with their grandparents. Well done people. Three cheers to V8 Speed. Loved it.
Nice Looker & Presentation - and so someday it will end up at Mecum or Barrett Jackson - and the +- $200,000 they spent will change hands - one millionaire to another - I didn't realize how good we had it when we could buy a used one, less that 10 years old, for less than $1000 - so goes life
As you mentioned Kevin, better "drivability" was the goal and if it meant an assortment of non stock parts and even Ford brake parts to get it done then so be it. This is what hot rodding is about and kudos for an amazing job on an iconic American classic. 👍
@@bigredc222 I'd only restore something to be just nice enough to enjoy, without the panic and worry that some clown would wreck it or dent it , The few cars I've done expensive restorations on all ended up getting damaged by door dings , paint chips and wear n tear, and it's annoying. Now I just make em drivable and enjoy beating around in em
Absolutely fantastic restoration of an iconic GTO. Awesome work from all involved in this amazing build. I would be absolutely over the moon to own a vehicle like this. Would be interesting to know why the judges didn’t score the car 1000 out of 1000, a bit tough I feel but a fantastic result all the same❤
Hi Kevin, that is am absolutely beautiful restoration. Modern conveniences but still very original-Perfect! Thanks for sharing this experience with us as a 1967 GTO is always a fan favorite.
Absolutely magnificent work. The video detailing start to finish is perfect. I can't see how anyone could have any doubts about the quality of work done or available at your shop. Even going back to the old shop and early videos, your work ethic and quality has remained exemplary. This is my favorite kind of build. Bless yall.
Thank you James, we're fortunate to have a dedicated team who always puts their heart and soul into the craft. Thanks for hanging with us all these years, we've got lots more to come!
I purposely have t watched this video because of how much I like the 67 GTOs. My parents drove me home in a 4 speed 360HP Montego Cream car in ‘68. I was right not to watch it …I am so jealous of this owner… You guys do beautiful work . Everything is so tastefully done … I hate everyone 😂 : )
Very nice restoration. I love the color. Absolutely top quality work. Being my old school self, I would have had to go with a tripower instead of fuel injection, because its cool.
What a heartfelt video of seeing the transformation from the dragged from the lake to this beautiful piece of automotive history. As always your builds are replete with so many details and touches that you can see and many that you can’t! So well done!
This GTO is absolutely stunning! Great work and congrats on the score. That is super impressive!! Gotta say the narration and video editing is spot on as well. Always a pleasure to see the crew’s work and watch these videos.
Very kind of you to say! The team appreciates the positive feedback, and thanks also for the notes on the video. We like to share these! Appreciate you sharing some time with us!
my favorite car ever. one of the most beautiful cars ever made. if i were rich this is the car i would find and these guys would do the resto. i thought the owner would be a little more excited,but maybe he is jusy low key
If I had the money, I’ll send you my car in a heart beat, but since I am a poor guy I have to do some of the work myself. It won’t look as good as the cars that you do but it will be nice. I am working on a 1980 trans am pace car with the 301 turbo that no one likes but I am going to keep it. Great video.
Beautiful rodstoration. I had a '66 with Tri-Power that didn't stop, turn or start very well. What a wonderful car you created, with all the "charm" of a '67 Goat that acts modern. Very surprised the engine wasn't rebuilt.
What a beautiful car. Thank you and the owner for restoring this wonderful car. I'm going to have to look at the pictures of the journey this GTO went through. Were you able to source the proper oval antenna for the car? I have never seen a repop for them. Again thank you for sharing this with us.
You could use that car to check the alignment of a laser it’s so straight! Was not surprised by the score at all. One question - did the owner keep any of the original parts? It hardly matters, just curious. Thanks for sharing, your team should be proud. ~ Chuck
Kevin, You and your employees do a Great/Awesome job restoring cars. Ive been watching your channel for a long time. I have a 1966 lemans convertible I want to restore. Hopefully in about 7 more years when I retire I can afford to restore it. I live kinda close to you ! Dupo IL. Mine came out of the same pond though ! LOL !
First rate restoration and an excellent video production. For my tastes, your resto-mod "recipe" is just the right amount of "mod"... Suspension, disc brakes, fuel injection, vintage aire... but the look is still near perfect period original. Two questions: Did you and owner consider adding a 4L80E overdrive trans, and why was it not included? And, the tire and wheel combo looks great, clearly bigger than stock but perfectly suited to the car. What was your wheel source, size, and tire size?
Tires are BFG Radial T/A 235/60/15 and 255/60/15, with an OPGI Wheel Kit 15x7" and 15x8" PN GT0004. As for the transmission, the 4L80 is a great option, but at the time, the customer chose to stick with the 400. Thanks for the kind words on the car and the production!
Boy, now THAT is a complete frame-off restoration, the way is SHOULD be done. Some have said that in these type complete restorations, the car ends up being as good as new. I can now see where that might be true. I mean if everything that's worn is either reconditioned, sand blasted and repainted or replaced, how could one go wrong?
Hi Wayne, thanks for the response and positive feedback! We're located in IL, you can reach us at www.v8speedshop.com/contact or at 314.783.8325. The car remains with the owner and his family, but we're happy to chat about your wishes. Thanks!
Interesting of the trunk lid was the only piece that was saved, And ironically the only piece they don't make any more of? But they still make fenders and floor pans??
I wonder who is better, these guys or Graveyard Carz? It would appear on the surface the Graveyard Carz has more modern and just plain more equipment. And I think Will Scott is probably a better painter.
You can always reach us at www.v8speedshop.com/contact to plan your restoration or restomod Muscle Car, we're happy to chat!
beautiful work as usual
@@jank330 Thank you!
Got a 59, elcomino. I collect the poor mans pickups. My 69, 71, ss 72 are sweet. This one a spin resto
May get you to do my Lincoln Mark VIII.
My Dad had 66 GTO in 1970. Hey let me take it for a ride by myself? How many dads ever do that? 389 on the column ! Loved that car!
I know these videos are time consuming and you have a shop to run, but I sure love these longer and more detailed build videos like the early days of your channel. Thank you guys and gal so much!
Thanks! We like them too, but they do take more time. But we have many more to come, thanks for hanging with us so long!
@@V8TV Spectacular work, Sir! Your team and yourself should be commended. I Loved watching you on t.v. but i had not known that you actually own and operate, a restoration shop. Your work, in achieving a 997 out of a possible 1,000, speaks to your dedication and skills: Bravo Maestros!!
Thank you James! Yes, we build a lot of cars in the V8 Speed and Resto Shop. We're fortunate to have such a talented team to work with! @@jamesmcdonnell5617
@@V8TV it shows in your passion, your articulate skills in enunciation and in conveyong your mission's vision and the physical output of the same, especially from what i've witnessed on your t.v. show: Fabulous production - Really! Continued Good Luck!!
Well thank you so much James! @@jamesmcdonnell5617
😅That is one of my all time favorite cars the 67 Goat! Beautiful!
Wow.... I was 10 yrs old and my dad drove up in his brand new '67 GTO.... blue with black vinyl top. His was a shade darker blue if I remember correctly... although it was close to this color. It had the red striped tires and 400ci w/ auto and hurst shifter. He let me drive it.... sitting on his lap. Lots of memories. That thing would set you way back in the seat when he floored it. My dad was a Border Patrolman stationed in Comstock Texas. Just north of Del Rio Texas back then. Thanks!
The darker blue was most likely Fathom Blue, are really nice color, especially with the parchment interior. Smart dad!
Great looking GTO and in a beautiful blue.
This restoration borders on miraculous!
Thanks for the kind words!
One of the best looking gto ever made that and the 1969
THIS RESTORATION WAS ABSOLUTELY PERFECT. IM BLOWN AWAY. awesome
Thanks for the kind words!! Cheers!
To me one of the best looking cars ever, I have been in love with the ‘66 and ‘67 ever since I saw one in the showroom in 1965. This one is the best of the best. 👏🏻❤️👏🏻❤️
I am a Pontiac nut. I love that car. I loved watching the restoration. The best part was unveiling and when their family showed up. That was great seeing the grandkids interacting with their grandparents. Well done people. Three cheers to V8 Speed. Loved it.
Thanks for the positive comment! We agree, it's always great to see the family and younger generations get involved.
997 out of 1000? Looks PERFECT to me. Beautiful. Well done. I'm 70, so 1967 autos are in my wheelhouse. I had a 67 Olds 442.
Right on! Thanks! Those '67 442s are very cool also!
Talk about a professional restoration. Jesus. That’s some amazing work. Great job guys.
Thank you very much!
SUPERB job on an Awesome car!!
Absolutely beautiful! One of my dream cars! Thank you for sharing this cars journy.
Wow. Great job
67 GTO- prettiest muscle car ever. Period
Charger RT 68' .
@@gfgranja Prettiest car is usually the one I’m looking at that I can’t afford. 😭
Restauro semplicemente perfetto, i dettagli sono impeccabile. Complimenti ragazzi. ❤
Incredible restoration.......beeeeeeeautiful!!!
Thank you! Cheers!
Absolutely amazing transformation!! Your team knocked it out of the park! Now, more please 😊
Thank you! We have lots more build videos to come, as we're always shooting in the shop. Thanks for the interest!
love the format of this video, the car it self is amazing! the two together is definitely a home run! great job!
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it!
Wow, the new owners were so excited they couldn't control themselves.
Yeah, right, reaction was underwhelming. 😂
wow what a great job Kevin..This GTO looks better than new..Congrats to you and the crew....
Nice Looker & Presentation - and so someday it will end up at Mecum or Barrett Jackson - and the +- $200,000 they spent will change hands - one millionaire to another - I didn't realize how good we had it when we could buy a used one, less that 10 years old, for less than $1000 - so goes life
very nice love a Pontiac 60 -72 the 67 is a dream car for sure thanks fo sharing😁🤩
Glad you enjoyed it!
As you mentioned Kevin, better "drivability" was the goal and if it meant an assortment of non stock parts and even Ford brake parts to get it done then so be it. This is what hot rodding is about and kudos for an amazing job on an iconic American classic. 👍
Thanks bruce! Good insights!
Beautiful GTO guys, congrats 👍
Thank you! 👍
Words fail to adequately describe how beautiful this car is.....as you said, it's better than it was on the showroom floor.
nice job done well - great choice and elegant = big job resto = thank you - top team .
Thank you very much!
This is a beautiful restoration. You all did great work.
Thank you very much!
Absolutely amazing GTO transformation!! 😇
Thank you!!
amazing attention to detail. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the positive feedback!
Very nice Uber expensive build,
But now it's too nice to drive it !
Pure garage queen
Not at all, I'd drive it. How would you restore a car like that without it being expensive, let Earl Scheib paint it?
@@bigredc222
I'd only restore something to be just nice enough to enjoy, without the panic and worry that some clown would wreck it or dent it ,
The few cars I've done expensive restorations on all ended up getting damaged by door dings , paint chips and wear n tear, and it's annoying.
Now I just make em drivable and enjoy beating around in em
Absolutely fantastic restoration of an iconic GTO. Awesome work from all involved in this amazing build. I would be absolutely over the moon to own a vehicle like this. Would be interesting to know why the judges didn’t score the car 1000 out of 1000, a bit tough I feel but a fantastic result all the same❤
Beautiful restoration, gorgeous GTO. Outstanding craftsmanship you should be proud of your team !
Thank you very much!
Impressed, wo 3:00 w nice job guys, goats 🐐 hard work, love it tumbler light strong
Wow, what a nice job 👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks Frank!
Hi Kevin, that is am absolutely beautiful restoration. Modern conveniences but still very original-Perfect! Thanks for sharing this experience with us as a 1967 GTO is always a fan favorite.
Hello Earl, thanks for the kind words!
Beautiful.
Thank you!
TOTALLY AWESOME. Hats off to your team. What a transformation. Love it.
Thanks a ton!
Absolutely magnificent work. The video detailing start to finish is perfect. I can't see how anyone could have any doubts about the quality of work done or available at your shop. Even going back to the old shop and early videos, your work ethic and quality has remained exemplary.
This is my favorite kind of build. Bless yall.
Thank you James, we're fortunate to have a dedicated team who always puts their heart and soul into the craft. Thanks for hanging with us all these years, we've got lots more to come!
Nicely done folks! A prime candidate for such a significant restoration.
Great video thanks
Glad you enjoyed it!
Your shop is getting better and better. Damn damn damn good
This is awesome. Great job
If I had even half the budget and half the specialty tools used on this project I could do some amazing stuff with my galaxies.
Beautiful, stunning car!!! You would think the owners would be more excited about it though. Oh well. Excellent work guys!!
I purposely have t watched this video because of how much I like the 67 GTOs.
My parents drove me home in a 4 speed 360HP Montego Cream car in ‘68.
I was right not to watch it …I am so jealous of this owner…
You guys do beautiful work .
Everything is so tastefully done …
I hate everyone 😂 : )
Absolutely beautiful work guys! What a top notch team of craftsmen!!!! My favorite years of GTO’s
Spectacular
I've never seen a full restoration like this, and man - I sure enjoyed watching!
Thanks...
Kevin, you're a legend mate. Keep up the good content with yous and your crew. Been watching for years. ✌️
Thanks for the kind words, and also for hanging out with us all these years!
I fell in love with this car when I was 15. This is a beautiful job well done perfect restoration!!
Kudos! Breathless
Very nice restoration. I love the color. Absolutely top quality work. Being my old school self, I would have had to go with a tripower instead of fuel injection, because its cool.
Right on!
What a heartfelt video of seeing the transformation from the dragged from the lake to this beautiful piece of automotive history. As always your builds are replete with so many details and touches that you can see and many that you can’t! So well done!
Thank you so much Andrew! We appreciate the kind words!
Love the 67 Oldsmobile, Thanks my friend. 👊 😎
This GTO is absolutely stunning! Great work and congrats on the score. That is super impressive!! Gotta say the narration and video editing is spot on as well. Always a pleasure to see the crew’s work and watch these videos.
Very kind of you to say! The team appreciates the positive feedback, and thanks also for the notes on the video. We like to share these! Appreciate you sharing some time with us!
Ohhhhh that blue... what a tank! Great resto, top notch work (but you know that!)
It is a great color. One of our favorites! Thanks!
My dad had this exact car except his had blue vinyl seats as well. It was a stunning car.
my favorite car ever. one of the most beautiful cars ever made. if i were rich this is the car i would find and these guys would do the resto. i thought the owner would be a little more excited,but maybe he is jusy low key
Thanks for the kind words!
You have got a GIFT my friend ! AMAZING work ! God Bless ….
Remarkable and great to watch. Thank you!
Thank you! 😀
Wow, what awesome car! You guys never cease to amaze.
Thanks so much!
Love the build aspect! Great vid, great build! Thanks for taking us along!👍
Thanks for joining us!
Gorgeous car! Great work guys!
Thanks a ton!
You guys did one fine job
Thanks Tom!
That is an amazing job! Good for you & your crew Kevin!!
Thanks Ken!
If I had the money, I’ll send you my car in a heart beat, but since I am a poor guy I have to do some of the work myself. It won’t look as good as the cars that you do but it will be nice. I am working on a 1980 trans am pace car with the 301 turbo that no one likes but I am going to keep it. Great video.
Excellent Luis, there are ways to make those 301 cars perform. Build what you like! Those Pace Cars are cool!
Beautiful work!!
Thank you! Cheers!
Absolutely beautiful! Amazing job!
Thank you so much!
Beautifull beatuifull car! Awesome work from the team! Some crazy amount of work went into this project so kudos to the team! Great work!
Much appreciated!
Great car and such detailed restoration. Love your work.
Thank you very much!!
Great video!!
Awesome automobile, 67 best year for gto!
Fantastic car. Love the colors
Thank you, so do we!
Beautiful rodstoration. I had a '66 with Tri-Power that didn't stop, turn or start very well. What a wonderful car you created, with all the "charm" of a '67 Goat that acts modern. Very surprised the engine wasn't rebuilt.
Thanks for the kind words! The engine was rebuilt on this one before we got it, and it passed all our checks. Tri-Power GTOs are cool!
What a beautiful car. Thank you and the owner for restoring this wonderful car. I'm going to have to look at the pictures of the journey this GTO went through. Were you able to source the proper oval antenna for the car? I have never seen a repop for them. Again thank you for sharing this with us.
What an amazing build ! Thank you for sharing this.
Very cool
Thanks Mark!
Great build as usual guys !
Thanks again!
Nice!!!!!!! 👍👍
You could use that car to check the alignment of a laser it’s so straight! Was not surprised by the score at all. One question - did the owner keep any of the original parts? It hardly matters, just curious. Thanks for sharing, your team should be proud. ~ Chuck
Thanks Charles! As you can imagine, many of the original parts were too far gone to use, but we did re-purpose where we could. They kept the rest.
@@V8TV Makes perfect sense, and thank you for taking time to reply. Hope the owner gets many years to enjoy it! ~ Chuck
Nice
Sweet 👍
Kevin, You and your employees do a Great/Awesome job restoring cars. Ive been watching your channel for a long time. I have a 1966 lemans convertible I want to restore. Hopefully in about 7 more years when I retire I can afford to restore it. I live kinda close to you ! Dupo IL. Mine came out of the same pond though ! LOL !
Thanks for the kind words! That pond is a big one... LOL! Stop by the shop anytime, we'll be happy to show you around!
In Canada, the midsize Pontiac was called Beaumont, rebadge Chevelle with Chevy drivetrains.
First rate restoration and an excellent video production. For my tastes, your resto-mod "recipe" is just the right amount of "mod"... Suspension, disc brakes, fuel injection, vintage aire... but the look is still near perfect period original. Two questions: Did you and owner consider adding a 4L80E overdrive trans, and why was it not included? And, the tire and wheel combo looks great, clearly bigger than stock but perfectly suited to the car. What was your wheel source, size, and tire size?
Tires are BFG Radial T/A 235/60/15 and 255/60/15, with an OPGI Wheel Kit 15x7" and 15x8" PN GT0004. As for the transmission, the 4L80 is a great option, but at the time, the customer chose to stick with the 400. Thanks for the kind words on the car and the production!
Nice👍
What a beautiful restoration! What was the cost to do this?
The midsize Pontiacs in Canada, were called Beaumont and was pretty much a Chevelle/ Malibu.
It'd be nice to know how much was spent I'm restoring the car ?
Boy, now THAT is a complete frame-off restoration, the way is SHOULD be done. Some have said that in these type complete restorations, the car ends up being as good as new. I can now see where that might be true. I mean if everything that's worn is either reconditioned, sand blasted and repainted or replaced, how could one go wrong?
Thanks for the feedback, everything on this one has been restored or refined. It even smells new inside!
Oh what. A great job on restoration and production….
Where are you located?
Now who owns it?
And. How much? For the restore?
Hi Wayne, thanks for the response and positive feedback! We're located in IL, you can reach us at www.v8speedshop.com/contact or at 314.783.8325. The car remains with the owner and his family, but we're happy to chat about your wishes. Thanks!
Interesting of the trunk lid was the only piece that was saved, And ironically the only piece they don't make any more of? But they still make fenders and floor pans??
What was the frame sprayed with primer/paint? Also were the vent windows restored or repops how was the quality? Thanks
WOW..💙💙🖤🖤💙💙🖤🖤997/1000.
After all the other expenses, I'd have put a stroker kit in the engine.
I almost had one in 1967, but I rolled it over going 100 mph
Oof!
Any chance u can give a ballpark dollar amount for this restoration?
I wonder who is better, these guys or Graveyard Carz? It would appear on the surface the Graveyard Carz has more modern and just plain more equipment. And I think Will Scott is probably a better painter.