Foose Design Hand Built Roadster "Impression" Full Length Walkthrough
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 23 พ.ค. 2019
- "Impression", a hand built roadster with removable top, is perhaps the finest vehicle to come out of Foose Design. Based on a unique Chip Foose design, the objective was to create the perfect styling for a mid-30's roadster. It contains over 4,000 individual hand built parts, which were machined and fabricated. In fact, only 3 OEM parts can be found on the vehicle: the LS1 engine, the transmission and the center section of the rear end.
In this video, Chip Foose tours you around "Impression" in comprehensive detail. He shares stories, designs, pictures, renderings and background on the build and intimately discusses the major sections of the vehicle including the "Flatisphere" Engine, Custom Interior, Grille, Headlights, Taillights, Bumpers, One- Off Wheels, Custom Cut Tires, Trunk & more. In order to thoroughly examine the Undercarriage, the vehicle is lifted on a rack as Chip runs you through the custom design elements of the Frame, Suspension, Exhaust, Rear End & more. Amazingly there was more time spent on the underside of the vehicle than on the top exterior.
"Impression" took 7 years to complete and has captured awards in every competition it has entered, including the Ridler Award and America's Most Beautiful Roadster.
This is the most in-depth look at the "Impression" build ever created. Should you prefer to jump ahead to certain sections of the walkthrough we have carved out several stand-alone videos. Links below:
"Impression" "Flatisphere" Engine Video - • Flathead Inspired LS E...
"Impression" Interior Video - • Wild Custom Interior D...
"Impression" Undercarriage Video - • Hand Built Custom Chas...
"Impression" Build Story Video - • Foose Design Hand Buil...
"Impression" Headlights and Grille Video - • Custom "V8" Headlight ...
"Impression" Taillights and Rear Bumper Video - • Foose Design Hand Buil...
"Impression" Wheels and Tires Video - • Foose Design Hand Buil...
"Impression" Windshield Frame and Molding Video - • Foose Design Hand Buil...
"Impression" Trunk Video - • Foose Design Hand Buil...
"Impression" Fitment Video - • Foose Design Hand Buil...
"Impression" Craftsmanship Video - • Foose Design Hand Buil...
IMPRESSION STORY
They say some of the best ideas begin as doodles on a napkin. Well, the first concept sketches of Impression were no different. During a dinner with Ken Reister, armed with only a pen and without his trusty sketchpad, Chip reached for the closest item available, his dinner napkin. So began a 7 year odyssey that would lead to the creation of perhaps the finest vehicle to come out of Foose Design.
The objective was to create the perfect styling for a mid-30’s roadster. The result was a unique Foose design, a sleeker and longer version of the stock 1936 & 1937 Fords. Impression became one of the rare winners of both America’s Most Beautiful Roadster and the Detroit Autorama Ridler Award.
After their dinner meeting, Chip refined the sketch & sculpted a 1/4 scale model of the design out of clay. Shortly thereafter, work began on the custom chassis, as the wheel base, ride height and suspension components were all established. Next, a mold was pulled from the clay model, which served as the template for the fabrication of a full-size wooden buck to shape the metal over. As assembly & metal forming continued, the timely fabrication process of the parts and components was started.
Impression was not meant to be your average show car, it contains over 4,000 individual hand built parts that were machined and fabricated. Brackets, covers, suspension pieces, trim, mirror, door handles and pedals were just some of the pieces that received the highest level of attention. In fact, only 3 OEM parts can be found on the vehicle; the engine, the transmission and the center section of the rear end. Everything else is handmade, even the tires were custom molded as blanks with a handcut custom tread pattern.
More time was spent on the underside of the vehicle than the exterior. The 1/8″ gap between panels was maintained throughout the undercarriage. Brake lines, components and wiring were all hidden underneath. All mechanical fastners have been covered or shrouded, even the shock mounts on the A-arms have custom caps.
Some of the more impressive design elements are also the most subtle. A repeating theme found throughout is the presence of soft-sided triangles. That shape can be found on the pattern of the pedals, the cross-section of the A-arms, the windshield posts, the rear exhaust, the interior accents, the wheels and the side trim, to name a few. Also, you'll find the iconic Ford V8 logo not only above the grille and on the center cap of the wheels, but as an illusion created by the headlights custom lens and metalwork.
Truly a masterpiece of hot rod design and elegance, Impression still appears at various car shows across the country. It serves as a benchmark of success for all the hard work done at Foose Design. - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
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I wish I had the money to have you use your amazing talent to rebuild my dad's 1940 Chevy Special Deluxe Coupe. He sold it in 1976 and died in a car accident two months later. After searching for 38 years, I found it and was able to purchase it. It has sat in my garage for seven years because I don't have the skill or knowledge to rebuild it and mod it like I have envisioned. But, I'm going to man up and start on it. I hope that I can do a good enough job that my dad would have been proud.
By the way, your work is outstanding, I love seeing the finished cars. You are a true visionary. Thanks for making and sharing your videos.
I love how Chip never fails to give credit where it's due... and it's almost always what "we did", and very seldom what "I did". Even when he does not his personal touches, you can tell it's not boasting... it's passionate.
I visited Chip at his shop and was extremely lucky that Impression was there at the time. The car is pure artwork and totally stunning. Chip is an awesome person and he drew a 32 Ford on a shirt and signed it to me and my wife. Thanks Chip, you are the man.
Even after the extensive explanation, I don't think the average person would realize just how incredible this car is. I think even the owner is still finding new details to admire to this day. This is the height of art.
I agree 100% David having built a couple of cars myself I'm most impressive thing to me is the amount of time I'm thinking it took to build the car since so much of it was hand built as they were putting the car together, so I'm sure there are many, many hours worth of time in hand making all the parts that were created before the car was put together and finished and I'm thinking only Chip has a clue how many man hours went into the building and finishing of "impression"😊😮😂😅😊
I've come to a conclusion. That is Chip Foose is untouchable in the automotive industry, hands down!!! You can tell not only by the tangible automotive art he has created but also in which the way he speaks about his automotive art he's created! I also want to give a shout out to the technicians or as Chip would say his team, along with Chip Foose they craft and mold this automotive art and are also on another level! Thank you to all of you!
Pure genius. That is about as close to perfection as anything I have ever seen. The craftsmanship is beyond words.
It really is! its amazing! hope they made a manual to work on it in the future, bc good luck!! lol
Absolutely!!
It's easy to see why Chip Foose won the Builder of the Decade award! His work truly is next level quality!
Love this quality and love this quote..."You are only as good as your customer allows you to be."
you're only as good as your customer can afford you to be
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Your only as good as your last field exercise!
My old 1sgt.
Now CSM Cross (Ret.) 🇺🇸
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@@mauriceandrews2723 and if the living didn't cost money, shops didn't cost money, employees didn't cost money then of course... do your absolute best at ever moment and every turn... but in the real world you can't spend 1000 hours on a build that has a 500 hour budget... this is why "time and materials" billing is the only way to remain true to always being able to perform at your very best.
I hate to imagine the hundreds if not thousands hours that you have put into that car oh my gosh total work of art
Over 8000 hrs
Just saw this on the 2021 SEMA show feed. It is, and remains, an all time classic. What a tribute to Chip and his team of craftsmen. Chip, you appear to be a humble genius. For all of your work, and for all the work to come, please accept my thanks for the inspiration your builds provide to us mortals. You are a true legend and the man behind an incredible, timeless, magical work of art. Yes, you are only as good as your customers allow you to be - but nobody else but you could be THAT good!
I've seen other builds of Chip's in other videos and in magazine coverage of the other car shows he's had cars in and I've always been impressed with Chip's creativity ,it's like tell him what your "dream car would look like and whether you provide him with a car or are lucky enough to be able to pay for a hand built Chip Foose "original " I'm thinking you'll end up with the car of your dreams 😊😊😊😅😂😊❤
Timeless all this time later. Beautiful work Chip.
If any car's design and build could make you cry, this would be it.
This man is pure genius. Yes there are other excellent designers but I do believe that he's in a class by himself. Magnificent automobile. It absolutely deserved the Riddler award . As I've heard said, It's all in the details.
From a simple drawing and it blossomed. Then many talented artists touch and move metal to what's it now. Then the paint works. The upholstery. I'm just in awe of the final car as it sits. I'm just stunned...no word's..
Marcel and Luc deserve 45% of the credit for what you see when you look at this car. Chip is talented and has vision, but shaping those body panels is a high art
I love coming back to this episode. Never gets old. Hope you, your family and your automotive family is safe, Chip..
Also to the people reading this.
Take care everyone.
I was known for being "detail oriented" when I used to work on Vettes, but you are way over the top!!
Really appreciate Chip taking his time and giving such a good presentation of what he does! Thanks Chip!
There's no doubt that 'Impression' has a jaw dropping look and design. What a masterpiece 😱😱😱
For 15 years, I'm in love with this car. I have never seen anything better. A real piece of art.
The patience and dedication to scale up from a drawing to reality is incredible. Wow!
You are my favorite builder chip, mainly because your attention to detail is second to none
...piece of art and one of the most beautiful cars ever!!
The thought process from front to back on this car is amazing. Every detail is just spot on. I would be proud as punch to drive and own this.
Imagine this car, parked in Your house on a glass floor so You could see it from the floor below...
Man, what a car...I totally love it...
We can all see why Impression won!
What an absolutely beautiful piece of artwork!
Fabulous job as always by the Foose team!
"I've put tens of thousands of hours into customizing and perfecting this car! I've made sure there's no detail overlooked. There's no way I'll get less than top honors!"
"But Chip Foose is competing."
". . . Second place it is, then."
Этим ребятам ,только за место хранения этого автомобиля шикарный гараж ,шикарный автомобиль ,вся команда Гении ,огромное вам спасибо за такие Шедевры
Mr. Foose....first off thank you, for taking the time to go over every inch of your work of art. This was like hearing Leonardo DiVinci go through one of his master pieces. What an absolute pleasure to see how your craftsman who work with you, pull such an amazing piece together, I particularly liked when you instructed them to pretend the piece they were working on would be viewed as a center piece....looks like they did...flawless is a word thrown around all too after, it absolutely applies here. Thank you again and please post often, we enthusiasts really appreciate it.
So happy you picked Boyd after school instead of the Big threes. Your eye for design and craftsmanship is superb, congrats to all your success just like Harald Belker
Mr Chip foose’s attention to detail is just amazing.that is why he is the king when it comes to customising a car.
The amount of job satisfaction must be intense, what a thing of beauty.
I love hearing your description of this build, your like a kid with his favorite new toy. The excitement in your voice makes anybody watching as excited as you are waiting for the next part to be described. That's why your as good as you are, your passion. Thanks for the tour!
As much as it is visually pleasing, and the craftsmanship is impeccable, the "finishing touch", in my opinion is that - it SOUNDS so good!
Yeap and when you have a lot of money you pay for it.
I have seen maybe 3 or 4 of These free hand upstyles by Chip and I just get in my comfy chair and watch him grab air and make magic. The cat has a beautiful philosophy "there are no rules". Thank you Chip.👍
Wow. Putting it together like ancient pyramid. Like the complicated process of joining giant rock slabs together like a puzzle piece. I think you might be the best there is.
This is pure genius! Other "builders" don't truly build an entire car. They start with a platform and build off that and make no mistake, that takes talent but this, this is truly an art form.
A buddy of mine who's a welder marked this as a gold standard of excellence. I have to agree. SUBSCRIBES IMMEDIATELY.
I have been a successful commercial sculptor and model maker in my career but I am humbled by the accomplishments of Chip Foose and his wonderfully talented crew. WOW!!!
This car - it took my breath away. Literally ever part in awe.
I can’t believe the thought and detail that went into that and it truly is a work of art Chis is amazing 👍
Sir, there is no language in this world to describe your passion, work & Art for cars!!!
My Favourite Chip Foose design car by far. Pure genius. It's all about attention to details
My Hero. Where was Mr Foose when I needed (not just wanted) inspiration, as a boy. As an idiot, I did'nt follow my dreams, clearly He did.How satisfying is this mans work to his customers, his staff and obviously Himself.How awesome would it be to have a vehicle designed by Chip Foose with a brief from Yourself; budget permitting. And hey, You always pay for quality.
An Enginering Master showing the work of his Heart and Soul with the help of his team of Time Served Craftsmen showing the hand Built Roaster “Impression” V8, Amazing to see mindblowing to own and Such a work of Art. "You are only as good as your customer allows you to be.” Priceless.
For all his accomplishments Chip defers to the man he collaborated with on the creation of this beautiful car. He is a consummate gentleman.
It is hard to believe that any build could ever be better or even equal Impression.
Wordless work.... and what is more amazing is how simple this guy is.... he is a master
Chip, I've been a fan of your work it seems forever, and no matter what you never fail to IMPRESS with those beautiful lines giving your designs that touch of class and power it's pure art that effortlessly functions. You and your team are true artisans. Thanks, especially in these times it's great to sit back and enjoy the Magic. SINCERELY Peter Whitman
Saw some of the detail videos a few years ago....impressed to get a full overview. No denying talent and tenacity!😊
Absolute work of art; I would be scared shitless to drive it around. :)
I've been watching the the show since it's aired, and bringing back memories of my father and I, very awesome times 😎
Nothing beats watching the creation coming from the hands of a *Master builder* (& his devoted team!).
No production built automobile can ever rival this jewel . . . . . .⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
You are definitely in a class by yourself. I've seen the work of other automotive artists, but yours stands apart for artistry, precision, design, and execution.
I remember this car when they first rolled it out. Just stunning. Incredible walk through.
Filling that up with gas is a lesson in patience because of where the filler is. Chip is holding up the trunk lid so to be safe you need two people to fill it up with gas.
Wow, the pure thought and design, flows so well. Every time I think I've seen the best, I see another one of your gorgeous designs.
No one compares to Foose! No one! Amazing car!
Chip, you are on another level man. I seriously don't think your even human... some sort of 30th century cyborg AI robot sent from the future to craft the automotive industry back into something that resembles the art it began with...
Nah, that sounds crazy. Your are just amazingly talented sir. Hats off.
Congratulations again on a well deserved riddler award.
Mr. Foose i saw your abilities to design from several years on TV with other shows also....but need less to say there is huge difference ...............................u r pure passionate about your work.....
Chip gives amazing attention to detail, and has assembled a group of artisans who bring his visions to reality.
He made it prefect blend of craftsmanship and new tek...gives a timeless design its a crazy sexy ...I watched 100 of times on discovery turbo...still can't get enough ...attention to detail is amazing
Chip and his crew is just in another level. 129k views but only 79k subs. After watching this video why would you not subscribe you get to see a genius at work.
incredible designer and engineer and communicator, thank yoU!!!!
Staggering amount of detail and precision. What a work of art. Thanks for sharing!
Foose is King, what a genius to build a stunning work of art like that. His ideas are mind blowing. Incredible .
No words to describe. Hats off to all the team.
Машина просто супер 👍 така увага до деталей не перестаю дивуватися ВИ майстри свого діла, руки Аші золоті 🥇. Молодці так тримати!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you Chip and Foose Design !!!! Please do more of these full detail walk throughs.
TIMELESS. Absolutely stunning.
Greatest vehicle ever designed. Gorgeous!
This is truly a masterpiece. Congratulations. Your Ridler prize was well deserved.
My face actually hurts from smiling so much!!! Thanks Chip!
Chip is ahead of his time ! He
dreams and they come true !
He is a true perfectionist !
There’s next level and then there’s Chip Foose next level. That’s one amazing rolling peace of artwork that runs and drives.
Изящная машина великолепный стиль и дизайн, превосходная работа! Машина с душой!
Привет из Санкт-Петербурга-Россия! 🤝
Outrageous craftmanship in every part.
this is one of the most beautiful cars I have ever seen
Just beautiful. What craftsmanship! I have simply never seen anything so impressive. Thanks for sharing this with us!
Words can not describe the master craftmanship that goes into such a master piece. Thanks for sharing.
What an awesome work of art!! This is the most beautiful piece of machinery I've ever seen. You always find a way to out do yourself...and you did it with this beauty....hard to believe it's 15 years old, it looks like it just rolled out of your shop yesterday. Keep up the AMAZING work. Thanks for the tour.
Mr Foose is a true master of the modern world. Foose is what you get, when Einstein and Leonardo Di Vinci end up rolled into one person, with the heart of a mystic. But yet also so humble with any praise he gets for his tremendous designs. Design innovation like this is one of the sweetest things about life - the ability to create... and to create for the sheer love of it. When we create form love, it gives something to Universe, and in turn, we feel it come back to us many-fold (pun intented). I great admire and respect your work Mr Foose. Your work is always so harmonic and holistic. congruent and fluid. Your pursuit of beauty in creation is inspiring on a deeper human level. May you be safe, healthy and happy as can be during these difficult times. Namaste 🙏
VERY WELL DONE FOOSE !!!
No words. This is increddible! Who is it who can own such a piece of art? Congratulations! Mr. Foose, you are insane! Cheers from Switzerland!
This is one of the most beautiful car I ever seen in my life.
This is still by far one of the if not best looking custom car ever made.
I am very impressed of all that quality of craftsmanship .....unique.
An absolutely incredible Masterpiece of engineering leaving us all with a spectacular "Impression"! We all have watched you Mr. Foose for yrs.building Masterpieces one right after another you are thee Master period!!!
I am very impressed with what you have built, would love to see an "in the making" video if there is one.
ESKİ GÜZELLİKLERİ YENİDEN HAYATA GEÇİRDİĞİNİZ İÇİN SİZE ÇOK TEŞEKKÜR EDERİM.
You and your crew are incredible. Not all master pieces hang on a wall, it's nice to see one that rolls. That is the nicest car I've ever seen. Thanks for building it. Take care.
Chip, that last thing you said was also the key to success in my 45 year career as a designer... you're only as good as your customer allows you to be. As this video shows, just let great designers run with their ideas and something timeless may result.
I can't imagine how a car could build be built anymore perfect than this!
I would love the chance to say to chip to his face " you are off your head " in the most respect way him giving that tour of the car was jaw dropping
More of these videos! Love to listen to Chip talking about cars.
What the Guggenheim museum would call, "modern" retro? What I call, my daily driver! I'm of the mind that...if ya don't drive it, why own it! Chip really does the old school master/grandmasters real props! If I had the money, I'd really appreciate Chips style and design signature! It really is his staff of craft people whom make it happen! Now if I could only get him to built out my dream car! That 1967 El Camino w/ 4 wheel drive...I small lift of course! Perhaps a nicely fitted canopy? Well...I can dream..on. This floating taillights? Yeah...That knocks me out!
Man you know how's everything is taken care of even when the oil filter is painted.
Crazy build. It's has to feel like driving a Bernini esculpture.
That is still the prettiest car I’ve ever seen. Drop dead gorgeous.
Sir such an artist with metal.Just beautiful
Just amazing !!!
What an artist....
*an*
Coming from a Back Yard Builder to a Professional Builder like Chip Foose will bring a life long experience to anyone that has a chance to have a car truck box shirt motorcycle or whatever 🤔will never get that anywhere my hat is tipped to you and your crew Sincerely Yours Mike's backyard Builder Your the Best in my book
Chip since day one l got to know you l've been amazed and will be till the end.
Just love your God given talent and at same time being humble.
Even the exhaust note sounds too good to be true.
Lots of respect from South Africa.