1966 Ford Fairlane 500XL in Ember Glow & 289 Engine Sound on My Car Story with Lou Costabile
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On "My Car Story" we're in Geneva IL at The Geneva Concours d’Elegance on 8-25-19.
We're looking at a 1966 Ford Fairlane 500XL in Ember Glow Paint. This car has the factory 289 CI V8 engine.
The car's Owner is Dennis Ward. Dennis’ had the car since 2015. Dennis shares details of his amazing car after a 3 year restoration, and this car looks showroom new.
ENJOY! - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
my dad bought a new 1967 Fairlawn 500 new. a beautiful car. beautiful memories don,t fade that easeily. thanks so much for this .
Happy to read this car / video brings back memories of the 1967 your Dad bought :-) You're welcome.
What a first class restoration! Love the two-tone interior. And “Only on XL’s was this available”. Owner certainly did his research. What a beautiful ‘60’s automobile. Hope he drives it. Thanks Lou and the owner!
Hi Rusty, Happy to read the details you enjoy regarding this car :-) You're welcome, Lou
Lou, That has to be the classiest Fairlane I have ever seen.
Hi Right Lane Hog, High praise. Lou
Lou in my opinion that was one of the best looking cars ever built.
Hi bill thompson, High praise for this design :-) Lou
Hey!! I had a 1967 Fairlane with that killer metal flake color on it. Beautiful car. 429 4bbl with C6 automatic.
Hi Electric Hellion
, Sounds like you had a FUN car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
That 428 must have been retro fitted as that engine was only available on the big Ford's, Mercs, and Thunderbirds in 66 and 67.
I am most impressed that it has a working clock. That was rare even in 1966!!
Hi JWelchon
, Thank you for viewing and sharing the detail you enjoy :-) Lou
Elecric clock was standard on Fairlane 500 and Fairlane 500/XL as well as the GT. It was optional on the base Fairlane.
@@larryhawkins3294 It's the WORKING part that is rare.
Not too many people noticed that :) Not Quartz converted either
One of the best looking Ford's from the 60s. Best year for the Fairlane.
High praise for this design :-)
Lou, this car is a time capsule for all of us who remember when the 1966 models were first introduced. And I see you like the mod art touches in the brochures, and the owner is a great tour guide. Thanks Lou.
Hi customkey, Happy to read you enjoy this episode :-) Thank you for viewing, commenting, and you're welcome, Lou
Wonderful. It's fun to see any cars from the 50s, 60s, and 70s! Thank you Lou for the effort.
Hi Jed Clampett, Happy to read you enjoy this episode, and it's my pleasure :-) Lou
@@loucostabile It's a thrill to receive a reply from you. I wish I still had my 1972 Imperial to show you!
What a stunner! Oh, for it to be ‘66 again! Modern highways don’t see such rolling art today.
Ho Rob, Happy to read you enjoy this "stunner" :-) Lou
This is a beautiful job. I had a 66 Fairlane in 1968 and watching this brought back some memories.
Hi carman geek, Happy to read this car / video brings back memories of your Fairlane :-) Lou
That's the nicest interior I've EVER seen and those red and white lit door handles - WOW!!! :@D
Hi bandagefreak, Enjoy reading the details you like on this car :-) Lou
I think thats the best resto i have ever seen. bar none. thanks Lou.
High praise :-) Thank you for viewing Kris, and you're welcome. Lou
My first car was a 66 Fairlane 2 door hardtop with a 289.
I’m still in love with these cars!
Thanks, Lou!
Hi Chip Leach, Happy to read this car / video brings back memories of your 1st car :-) You're welcome, Lou
This was an enjoyable film to watch. This Feller knew his Ford. I like hearing about these small shops that specializes in doing restorations on even parts for the car. Talking about the shops on here or any car restoration program on TV is great, free advertising for other people restoring their cars/trucks to turn to. Keep up the great work, Lou!
Hi Donald Hollums
, Happy to read you enjoy this episode :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and appreciate the kind words on the work too, Lou
Donald Hollums
I was thinking the same thing - he knows his car cold. Very impressive.
What a stunning car. Love the '66-'67 Fairlane 2-door hardtops.
Happy to read you enjoy this "stunning car" :-)
Yes I love these Ford's myself!! Never owned one but have slobbered over these Ford's for many a year now!! Here in Southern Kentucky if you ever see one it's beyond repair from rust or beat up from hard crashes!! Or not for sale or they want 10,000bucks for a burnt out hull!!
Perfection . Every one of these I've ever seen , the regulator was switched to an altenator . Almost a must just to keep your battery charged . More than nice . This car is exceptional . Thanks for posting .
Ford went to alternators in mid-'64-awesome car!
High praise :-) You're welcome.
The engine bay is incredible - what a nice car!
Glad to read the details you enjoy on this video :-)
What a gorgeous color! Striking! I bet that's laquer and it looks cured to perfection.
This color seems so right for this car :-)
This is a truly magnificent car. I've always liked the Fairlane, great restoration. I want it 😊.
Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) Hope you're behind the wheel of one like this for you soon.
@@loucostabile thanks Lou, maybe one day lol.
Real nice car n great work restoration, I got 72 ford F100 tht I’m restoring I’m 90 percent done can’t wait for next summer to drive it around 😊. Great video 👍
Hi T CREED, Happy to read you enjoy this video, and hope your 72 F100 comes out exactly as you envision it :-) Lou
Wow, this car is amazing Lou! That color and all that chrome look great together. Thanks for finding & sharing it with us!
Hi TheGunfighter45acp
Happy to receive a "Wow" from you :-) Thank you for viewing, commenting, and you're welcome, Lou
That car was an act of love
You're right :-)
Dennis did a phenomenal job on restoring this beautiful car. Nice job. Really love looking at those dealer brouchures too. Nice video Lou!
Hi Randy Tompkins, Happy to read you enjoy the restoration and glad to read you like the "trunk & treats" :-) Lou
This is a beauty! He does not want me to show up at a show. I'll want to stare at it for a couple of days. lol
Hi Tom Boots, Happy to read you enjoy this "beauty!" :-) Lou
What a Beautiful Car!!!! Love that Ember Glow!!! I've only seen 1965 Thunderbirds with it. It was exclusive on the "Special Landau" It's a simply beautiful color and makes any car, like the '66 in this video, - I love it!
Hi m p, Happy to read you "love it" 😊 Lou
That is one big sweetie ! love the amber glow colour, and all the chrome ? Old Fords are something . Fantastic.
High praise for this car :-)
My first car was a 66 Fairlane 500XL I absolutely love this what a beautiful restore.
Hi turkeyslayer63, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 1st car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this TH-cam Channel, Lou
Other than the flash rust on the vacuum advance unit, and the aftermarket "Fairlane" floor mats, lifter noise and twice pipes (as most 2 barrels didn't have dual exhaust) this car is *better* than new...very sweet Lou!
Hi Midnight Gambler, "better than new" High praise :-) Lou
Flash Rust? Where was that?
@@dennisward3596 watch the engine bay part of the video
Wow this car is mint. Great vid as always. thanks
Hi Will Scott, High praise on the condition of this car :-) Appreciate the kind words on the video, and you're welcome, Lou
A stunning restoration! I remember seeing alot of these cruising the roads. Imo, the "golden age" of USA auto styling was from about 1955-72. The 1966 & 67 Fairlane were very similar. Great interview, with a very knowledgable, and proud owner! It's very nice that he has the original brochure.
Hi Carlos Carpinteyro
, High praise for this restoration 😊 Lou
Beautiful car- Well done. Thank You for the memories. My first new car purchase was a 500xl. It was White with red interior and my wife and I enjoyed this car for several years. We paid about $80 a month for 36 months which was a struggle when making less than 1000/month with a child but we never regretted it. Way to many fond memories of that car.
Hi Harvey Cobb, Happy to read this car brings back wonderful memories of your 1st new car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
Now that's a beauty! Awesome story and car. Thanks for sharing.
Hi
fordsrule35, High praise for this episode. Thank you for viewing, commenting, and you're welcome, Lou
What an incredible and detailed restoration! Noticed a few unique details about this car. The seat belts seem to be a “third colour.” The brake pedal also indicates “disc brakes,” but there doesn’t appear to be a power “booster” on the master cylinder. The tires are also period-correct “bias ply.” Great story Lou. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Fred Kelbert, Happy to read the details you enjoy in this episode :-) You're welcome, Lou
Wow that's a real beauty there nice restoration great interior love the color and motor sounds nice and smooth too
Hi Pete, Glad to receive a "Wow" from you :-) Lou
I don't think I'd have done such a concourse restoration for this model, but it's gotta be the most perfect example of Fairlane in existence. Beautiful car, without a doubt.
High praise for this Fairlane :-)
What a masterpiece and a great owner, it sounds so beautiful!
Hi Clark Griswold
, "masterpiece" High praise 😊 Lou
Amazing copper color!
It looks so right on this car. Thank you for viewing and sharing.
Just a beautiful restoration, Dennis really did justice for the car. I remember those models when I was little. The A in GTA means automatic if my memory is correct. Thank You Lou🙏
Hi Joe Smith, High praise for this restoration :-) Here is a link to a GTA, enjoy! Lou th-cam.com/video/N-_TR8VyE3Q/w-d-xo.html
In October of '65, my parents ordered a brand new 1966 Fairlane 500XL. The color was Ivy Green/black vinyl interior. They ordered it with the 289 CID 2bbl. What a beautiful car! I'll never forget it. I was 12 years old at the time and was blown away by it.
Hi gpiano88, Happy to read this car / video brings back memories of your Parents car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
@@loucostabile Thanks for the shout out Lou!
Dennis: A true work of art, you did an amazing job. Factory A/C console! 🏆
And Lou, yet another not another!😋
Hi X K, Happy to read you appreciate the restoration done to this car :-) Appreciate the kind words on this video, Lou
Absolutely beautiful Ford. Truly stunning. A great year for Ford styling. Love the armrest courtesy lights. I can watch and enjoy your episodes Lou as long as I turn the sound off! 😉
Hi BobEckert56, That is exactly what my wife does too :-) She like to just "see all the pretty cars", Lou
Great video Lou love watching your channel. I own a mopar but I love all old cars. I always loved the looks of the 66 and 67 Fairalane and Galaxies. I have never seen one in that color before myself.
Hi PlymouthDuster 225
, High praise for this episode :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing a wonderful comment, Lou
You always do an excellent job of showing the cars you feature in great detail which is one of the things I like best about watching your show. That being said, seeing this Ford in detail without actually being there myself I'm going to say this is probably one of the top 5 restorations I've seen. Especially from the owners pride standpoint. He really took pride in trying to make it an original restoration. Beautiful car. Enjoyed the episode.
Hi Randy Biby, High praise for the level of details (which we both enjoy) and for the restoration :-) Glad to read you enjoy this episode, Lou
I've always loved the Galaxie and Fairlane 'XL' models! I had a '69 XL Convertible (429 4bbl) back in the 80's. I drove it a few summers then (foolishly) sold it.
Hi Suspense & ESCAPE!
, Happy to read this car is a model you "always loved" :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
What a Beautiful Restoration. I love that color
Hi Michael P, Happy to read you enjoy this car & color :-) Lou
Another lovely car Lou and I love to see A/C fitted 👌, maybe my heart feels a slight twinge that there isn't a 390 hidden under the hood 😁😁
Hi lyonheart84 UK exotic fruit growing enthusiast, missing the 390..... so close to perfection :-) Lou
Thanks Lou!!! What a gem!! You have me looking for one now. Keep up the great videos.
Hi Joe, Happy to read you enjoy this "gem" and hope you're behind the wheel of the right one for you soon, Lou
I saw and pictured that car from every angles at the world of wheels in Chicago last year. Best paint of the entire event hands down, the video doesnt do it justice at all trust me. Good to see it again and hear that 289 rumble 👍
Hi jo 455, Happy to share the video of this car with you :-) Lou
Beautiful car I love the 500s and Galaxies.
Hi abe frohman, Happy to read you "love" this model :-) Lou
abe frohman yes. I had the Galaxie 500 XL, 4SPD, Burgandy, 1966, etc., see comments
Awesome 66 Ford Fairlane Lou, that owner sure put a lot of time & money into that car. I sure hope he finds the time to drive this car more than just "going to car shows". Thanks for the Great video. Hey Lou that brochure of the Ford which had a lot of luggage in the trunk looked like my 58 Chevy Delray trunk when I left my first wife for cheating.🤣👍💚🙏❤
I would've loved to hear more about all the parts and how he found them; just incredible! Great video, Lou.
Hi
mitchlu, Happy to read you enjoy this episode, and appreciate the kind words on the video, Lou
I had a 67 GTA. Best body style of the Ford 60's. My car went to Australia. Wish I still had it! Your car is beautiful !!
Happy to read you had a cool car too :-)
@@loucostabile Thank you Lou. I enjoy your videos.
I have to admit the 66 bird ragtop was a super cool car. Always advertised on the back of National Geographic.Selling cars in glossy brochures was an art form back in the day!
Hi ron simpson, Happy to read you enjoy paging through the car brochures of the day with me, Lou
Great camera work to start with especially hand held n the car it's a perfecto. Love it. And as for the owner he's a good man it seems to me.liked his rememberence of his wife n him n the ole car from back in the day.
Hi dnnylee
, Happy to read you enjoy this episode :-) Hope you see many more cars on this TH-cam Channel you enjoy, Lou
This is one of my favorite body styles of 60's cars - love the color too! Thanks for sharing this car with us, Lou! Sadly they don't even attempt to style vehicles these days - they just throw whatever gimmick they want (especially Honduh and Toyoduh).
Hi ultraviolet tp, Happy to read "This is one of my favorite body styles of 60's cars - love the color too!" :-) You're welcome, Lou
Great car Lou a really nice restoration and love the color, thanks for sharing and love the channel.."Howdy" as always 😁!!
Hi Greg from TX, Happy to read you enjoy the restoration done to this car :-) Thank you for viewing, and appreciate the kind words regarding the Channel, Lou
Oh my!! I'm in love with this Fine machine!!
😍
Beautiful color combination, beautiful car! I watched this video on my tv, went back to regular tv when I was done and Garage Squad was on with a 1966 Fairlane. How's that for coincidence? 😄
I seem to be drawn to cars from my birth year or within that period. They were just used cars when I was a kid but I loved them. I can't decide if it's a blessing or curse being a car guy.
That is a coincidence! NICE! Happy to read this one and you are born in the same year :-) BLESSING! Enjoy this link th-cam.com/video/eEaV_Og8JNo/w-d-xo.html
Very nice Lou, what a looker.🤙🤙
Hi Ed B., Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Lou
What a beautiful Ford! On my I love that color and I love that interior. I just adore the fact it is restored with all nos parts! My lord even the old bias ply tires too it was just a car that took you right back to the 1966 Ford showroom it looked that new to me. That engine sound was just stupendous and that motor was just so clean you could eat off it it my my! I love that owner too he was really cool and loved to hear his input on his treasure. Thanks for sharing Lou!
Hi Steve, Enjoy reading your comment on this Ford, and appreciate reading the details you enjoy :-) You're welcome, Lou
Beautiful car! Those were the days a lot of dealers would actually drill holes in the sides of new cars to
Install those protective strips. I think they detract from the otherwise clean look but this was done all
Of the time. In this case, they blend pretty well. I don’t think it came with a dual master cylinder in 1966 but
I don’t think that was a bad modification. They became standard in 1967. Very unique and nice car!
Hi Craig Jorgensen
, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car, and sharing your knowledge about this car too :-) Lou
She's a beauty. Love the square body fords. Thanks for sharing Lou
Hey! Look who it is!👋
@@Red-rl1xx 🖑🖑🖑. Hey brother Mark
Hi Big Charlie's Model Garage, Happy to read you enjoy the "beauty" of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, commenting, and you're welcome, Lou
I love it too Dennis!
Nice :-)
Thanks for keeping it in original style, I love it & gives me hope for mine !!
Hi Morgan, Happy to read you enjoy the "original style" :-) Lou
That is one fine Fairlane..
NICE!
Great car great videos thanks for sharing Lou
Hi acts2211, Happy to read you enjoy this episode :-) Thank you for viewing, commenting, and you're welcome, Lou
Wow, another stunner. Thanks Lou!
Thank you Jeff :-)
What a beauty and sits right. In 1980 i bought off the original owner a 66 Fairlane 500 Club Coupe, red with black painted top with a 289 that ran like a dream for to and from work, car was mint and i was keeping my Corvette garaged for secondary use.
Hi Hans Gruber, Happy to read you had a fun 66 Fairlane too :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
It`s the little details that really make restored vehicles special.
Agreed :-)
I have purchased e few new cars recently and I have never received a brochure like these older models. They are a lot of fun and notice Lou meets alotta nice people.
Hi Tim Holder, Glad to read you enjoy the "trunk treats" :-) Happy to share these FUN cars & Care Takers with you, Lou
What a machine beautiful you always film the best cars
Thank you Michael Jackman, and glad you're along for the ride for me to share them with :-)
Fantastic car. So many now like to modify everything. And, the Fairlane, precursor to the Torino, is something you don't see everyday.
Hi Michael Cook, Happy to read you enjoy this restored back to stock Fairlane :-) Lou
@@loucostabile Your hunt for the unique and beautiful is always enjoyable. I think the most stunning was a two tone green 1958 Bonneville, Tri power. My dream car would be a 56 Packard Caribbean...as Mom used to say, Champagne taste, Beer pocketbook.
@@michaelcook768 Hi Michael, Thank you for recognizing the "hunt" for something I hope we'll both enjoy. Glad you're along for the ride, Lou
Beautiful car. I owned a '66 Fairlane 500 390 4 speed bench seat in ember glow. I really wouldn't have put those aftermarket side moldings back on though. I always loved the smooth sides of the car and those moldings muck that up. Otherwise I love the car, especially in that color.
Hi Neighbor's Complaint, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this TH-cam Channel, Lou
Very beautiful amazing car wow beautiful colour thanks friend have a very nice day
High praise for the looks of this car :-) Glad you're along for the ride.
My mom had one of these. White, I think. She had quite a few used cars when I was a kid. Bought them for $100.00 or so and when they broke down she'd get another one. haha.
Nice car and nice story as always, Lou!
Hi Ray S, Happy to read this one brings back memories of one of Mom's cars 😊 Lou
Restored to Excellent.
High praise :-)
Just absolutely beautiful car in every way..
Happy to read you enjoy the design of this car :-)
I had one myself I regret selling it it was white TA radios centerline wheels shift kit 289 green interior chrome traction bars your build is top shelf!!!
Hi Robert Carrasco, Happy to read you had one :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
What a beauty!
Happy to read you enjoy this "beauty!" :-)
My first car! Not as beautiful as this one but sweet memories.
Hi Peter Surdo, Happy to read this car / video brings back good memories for you :-) Hope you see many more cars on this TH-cam Channel you enjoy, Lou
Beautiful.
Hi Tacos please, 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 TH-cam Channel, Lou
Quite a beauty!
Hi Paul Draver, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Hope you see many more cars on this TH-cam Channel you enjoy, Lou
The only thing I would do to this car is jacked in the back, replace the wheels with Crager Mags. And an 8-Track with Aero Smith or Foghat 8 track plugged in. Other than that - its a perfect machine as is! Even just as is without my suggestion, this car rocks! And Dennis rocks! And of course, Lou - you always rock, buddy.
Slow ride, na na na na na na na, take it easy, na na na na na na na, Slow ride.....
@@loucostabile like totally, bro! :-D
Awesome. Fairlane. I enjoyed the video
Hi A Rod, 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 TH-cam Channel, Lou
My only criticism is that a beautiful car like that deserves to be driven more. I wouldn't be able to resist if I owned it.
Hi Tojo2go
, I'd like driving this car too :-) Lou
Hey Lou, Very Much enjoyed Super Nice 66 Fairlane , my first two cars was a 62 and 66 Fairlane, both had over 100,000 miles on them when I sold them great dependable cars,Thanks, will be watching!
Hey James, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your cars :-) 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 TH-cam Channel, Lou
Have subscribed! Thanks
Great job of restoration! It does look like a new car, except for one thing, it is missing the quality control inspection marks you find on a brand new car. Fantastic car, a truely good restoration, this one even has the engine compartment walls properly painted for a Ford product.
Hi Daniel, Happy to read you enjoy the work done to restore this car. Lou
Fantastic! remember it all its truly a ford ! love it!!!
Happy to read you "love it!!!" :-)
Terrific example!
Hi Steve J, High praise :-) Lou
My favorite Ford color in 1966. I am sure that this car would have originally come with beige seats and carpeting.
Hi Dave, Happy to read this in 1966 is a Favorite Ford color for you :-) Lou
beautiful ford !
Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-)
Nice!!
Glad to read you think this car is nice :-)
Had 66 Ford Fairlane XL 500 with a 390 in high school.Didnt know what i had and sold it for 300 dollars.
Hi Jesus, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your High School car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this TH-cam Channel, Lou
NIC LOOKING FORD!
Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-)
The car turned out very nice.
Agreed.
Nice car l love your car. Thanks
Hi DCW, Happy to read you "love" this car :-) Good news! I think you're going to like tomorrow's post, so stay tuned, Lou
Man that’s nice.
Hi nofrackingzone, 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 TH-cam Channel, Lou
Terrific resto! I would drive the wheels off of it now.
Hi James, Happy to read you enjoy the restoration of this car :-) Lou
and long may this car’s ember glow.
Well said :-)
I was 6year old and into cars remember the Sunday newspaper with a big color insert on the 1966 Fords as a 6 year old I wanted that ROMAN RED Gta RELAY BAD.
Hi Ted Robert, Good news! Here is the link to that car you remember 😍 Lou th-cam.com/video/N-_TR8VyE3Q/w-d-xo.html