The Chevrolet Impala SS lowrider project car build
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 พ.ค. 2021
- Finally! Jonny introduces his never-ending Chevrolet Impala project build. This 1964 SS lowrider restoration was started some 17 years ago, and still isn't finished. Jonny admits that it has been a roller coaster project, partly due to his lack of planning and, ill fitting components or unreputable companies, but it is now closer to completion that its ever been. It is the most expensive project he has ever had, and yet it has never started up or been driven.
The Impala SS has had a bare metal body off restoration, with reinforced chassis (in preparation for hydraulic suspension), a 350ci (5.7) crate V8 engine, restored or replaced trim, new upholstery, paint and custom pinstriping, and as much detail as was possible within the budget.
Rest assured there will be more episodes on the Impala project soon, but this one was an attempt at bringing viewers up to speed on what was started in 2003.
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Jonny's 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS tech spec
Originally 327 c.i V8 engine with 2-speed Powerglide auto
Originally built in St Louis and ordered with:
Ember red paint (922), red interior, A/C, green tinted glass, radio with aerial
Engine & gearbox:
Now 1995 GM Goodwrench crate 350ci V8
Now TH400 3-speed automatic
Shiftworks cable floor shift
Kwik Performance single serpentine belt
Edelbrock 650 4-barrel vac secondary carburettor
Aluminium radiator
2 x Spal electric cooling fans on custom mount
Edelbrock air cleaner
Chevrolet script Holley valve covers
Custom engine & trans mounts
Reinforced and rebuilt back axle
Bodywork:
Replaced driver's side rear quarter panel
Replaced both front toe board floor panels
Replaced one rear body mount
Original green tinted glass
1964 Chevrolet Impala SS
Originally 327 c.i V8 engine with 2-speed Powerglide auto
Originally built in St Louis and ordered with:
Ember red paint (922), red interior, A/C, green tinted glass, radio with aerial
Engine & gearbox:
Now 1995 GM Goodwrench crate 350ci V8
Now TH400 3-speed automatic
Shiftworks cable floor shift
Kwik Performance single serpentine belt
Edelbrock 650 4-barrel vac secondary carburettor
Aluminium radiator
2 x Spal electric cooling fans on custom mount
Edelbrock air cleaner
Chevrolet script Holley valve covers
Custom engine & trans mounts
Reinforced and rebuilt back axle
Bodywork:
Replaced driver's side rear quarter panel
Replaced both front toe board floor panels
Replaced one rear body mount
Original green tinted glass
Original SS trim restored
Original bumpers rechromed
N.O.S bumper overriders
Original grille restored
New rear SS cove trims
New door locks
Jaguar XJR 5 3/4" headlights
Paintwork:
GM Ermine white roof
GM Granada Gold metallic paint
Pinstriping and gold leaf
Wheels:
Pinnacle 14-inch x 7J 100 spoke knock off wires
Interior:
Oxblood red vinyl bucket seats with new foam
New red carpet
New glassfibre dash top
New SS door cards
Fabricated new rear arm rests
Fabricated parcel shelf with concealed speakers
GM star fabric headliner
3D printed air vent grilles
air con vents
Original SS dash trims
Unrestored steering wheel
Restored original SS centre console
New window and door rubbers
Restored window and door brightwork
Chassis:
Original X-frame 'wrapped' with 6mm sheet steel
Rear cross member replaced with box tube
Front X-member straightened (accident damage) and reinforced
4 x uprights from rear chassis into boot area (for battery rack)
Suspension:
Rear trailing arms fully wrapped and notched for powerball mounts
Front wishbones extended and reinforced
Heavy duty ball joints
4-tonne Pro Hopper springs
Black Magic rear panhard rod replaced with Y-piece axle locator bar
Pro Hopper black anodised G Force pumps x 4
Brakes:
ABS Powerbrake disc brake conversion
ABS Powerbrake booster master cylinder
Rebuilt original rear drums
Steering:
ABS Powerbrake 605 steering box
Modified steering rods from Limit Fabrication
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CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
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It was actually really relaxing *cuts to a photo of johnny reconsidering his life choices* 😂😂
Im good friends with the guy who had the marijuana habit 😂
He is a good welder but you taking this offa him before he'd finished definitely left a stain on his rep. Which I think is a shame...
That should push my comment up the ranks nicely- thanks
you probably dont care but if you're stoned like me during the covid times you can watch all the new movies on instaflixxer. I've been binge watching with my brother for the last few months :)
@Carson Alijah yea, I've been watching on InstaFlixxer for months myself :)
@@vwmatt1It's the marijuana habit that left the stain on his rep...
It's like Jonny has spent the last twenty years collecting classic cars and wierd mopeds and stashing them all over the UK knowing that one day he'd have his own TV channel to show them all off! Good on ya, Jonny.
Deservedly so! I freakin love watching all these for the first time!
This video could have been two hours long and I still wouldn’t have skipped forward once, you must love your job!
Oh my word, Jonny had a Granada low rider! Street Cred +1000%! That is SO gas.
It was ace too!
He had a old pimp Jag aswell complete with hydros and 20s
Johnny, this was just fantastic. You were asking about the length of video, 35 minutes just disappeared and at no point was I bored. I've promised myself an American land yacht at some point, hopefully before internal combustion is outlawed.
I know its "proper" to have a V8 ICE in one of these land yachts, but there are companies doing EV conversions you still got the style and flair, Im a EV fan but something cool about a V8 rumble.
that's only problem I have with EV's they don't sound as cool as V8 in a tunnel or under a bridge.
I wouldn't be surprised if there is someone working on Hydrogen Conversion kits for these old cars.
I take my hat off to you Mr Vert .. To stick with the dream over all those years and not give up is very impressive ... And probably a speciel thanks to Mrs Vert is due for allowing you to keep going ..
There can't be enough people like Simon to get your project car out of hell and start enjoying it again.
The wedding gift XJR headlights from Ian Callum might somehow be the coolest detail about this car.
He's a good bloke, Callum, a car guy's car guy, unlike that utter twunt McGovern.
Johnny Smith: "we all know a project car that is never ending..."
Bad Obsession Motorsport: "Shifty side look...."
I lost interest in them a good year ago.
@@procatprocat9647 oh man, you need to go back and see the paint job. It's a work of art
haha so much this
Brackets don't make themselves you know!
That’s a beautiful thing Jonny. Love that it’s so personal: Old favourite films, long build history, old photos, wedding presents! Just ace.
For a moment there I thought that it was going to be running...turns out you’re like the rest of us, phew. Looks lovely btw...
Jonny, can I just say that for me (and no doubt others) your videos have been a welcome distraction over the last 12 months or so and they've really helped keep me going through some scary days, so thank you so much!
Me too. Such a great distraction for the mind through all of this. Proper motoring entertainment
Some of the best guys in UK custom cars have done work on that Impala. I'd be proud as f**k to have that nugget. Nice job Mr. Smith.
From low riders to EV drag cars through JDM nuggets and British sleepers. So eclectic, I love it.
That's the plan Paul. Life is too short.
@@TheLateBrakeShow Everyone of them is more interesting than the latest Ferrari or McLaren.
you can see you have a god guy on it now, he is sharp and sober looking and has credentials to boot.
THESE are the fellows to do business with.
Great Channel and the wheel is the right call
Loved the triggers Broom comparison 😀
Oklahoma city is full of lowrider culture .
I'm a upcoming lowrider shop in Oklahoma. It's alive. Keep Lowriding. It's a a Art
any good lowrider shops there?
As an American, I am proud of you bringing this car back to life and looking fantastic! Hope you and your family enjoy this car for life
Many thanks Miguel. Hope it lives for many years when finished too.
I stand corrected, I was interested in this! Great work, between Harry, Ian tyrell and yourself, my TH-cam car needs have been met 👍
44 Teeth produce some fabulous content on Motorcycles which compliments this nicely.
Yeah been following them since the Baron von Grumble days, great stuff
What a story, time stood still watching it, I guess that’s the point. Now I’m going to watch Boyz in da Hood to round out the day
Can we have a car cave episode with Simon and some of that American metal.
Please support Johnny if you can, he has an expensive obsession 😂😂😂
Boyz N The Hood and La Haine were hugely influential on me too, in different ways to your own, but still becoming an integral part of my life's journey.
It's great to see this project moving forward, you've shown great resilience and it looks like that will be rewarded. I'm in awe at your singular vision for all these years through the changing trends, to stick with and realise an idea.
Well done. Great film and thanks for sharing.
Was thinking the other day that I hadn't seen anyone do lowriders recently. Great to see people still doing it, and Johnny not giving up on his dream!
Jonny , love your eclectic tastes . Are you vying with the boys at Project Binky to see who's build takes the longest ?
you could get binky in the boot..... sorry trunk lol
I want to see Richard driving this and Jonny driving the Allegro when they're both finished. A feature film Sniff and Smith: The Movie
...due out 2025(?)
Cant wait for that. Will be a little like Richard driving the Fiat 126 all those years ago.
Bit too soon, try 2050
uno, dos, tres, cinco cinco cinco, seis what a wonderful "ofspring" you have there Jonny!!!
Bro, I'm a LowRider from Phoenix 602 I want to give you props for representing the LowRider culture in a place where it's not understood Bro keep up the good work and check out LowRiders in Amsterdam on youtube now that's representing and don't get all switch happy you will know what I mean when you start hitting the switches it's unbelievable there's nothing like it ....Orale Vato
This is so totally not my scene, but the build is mighty impressive and Jonny makes it interesting to watch. Horizon broadening again. This will be gigantic once finished and looks like it is in excellent hands with Simon.
Wow! Curb feelers too. Johnny, your Impala is BEAUTIFUL. Makes me remember my ‘62 coupe with a 327 & powerglide, white with red interior, punched chromes and glass packs. I am genuinely impressed by your patience and persistence. Gorgeous Gold / Champagne!!
" Cruzin down the street in my 6 4 " eazy e cassette stuck in the player 👌
In my childhood we used to travel in a 1961 impala from the Northeast of Switzerland through the Alps down to the Tuscany pulling a caravan many years. Just over 12 m of convoy with a lame 5.4 V8 😀. We loved and lived every bit of it.
I love this channel
Welcome aboard TLBS Beat. Great story of the slow caravan pulling '61.
I'm from Southern California I grew up seeing lowrider bikes cars grew up going to carshows I'm proud to see how lowrider culture has grown 👏👏👏👏👏
Thanks for watching. Still lots to finish and overdue a big progress push,, but it will get there.
@@TheLateBrakeShow it will get there 1 day I have a 1968 impala that I been building for 2 years now
This is perfect to wind down after a long day in the office. I enjoy your stories a lot!
I'm liking the curb feelers! Brings me back to my youth!
Enjoy the show Homie, I grew up in low rider Chicano culture back in Northern Cali! It was Awsome to see how you have embraced the “Low Rider” not only did you embrace “Low Rider” you have embraced all of Califas!!!! Thank you homie& be safe !
I remember as a young fella, flipping car magazines to the back pages to the for sale section, this is where I first set eyes on one of these and since then, this was the car I always dreamt of owning. Can't wait to see it brought to completion.
That was a fantastic episode. Regular updates on its progress would be appreciated. Want to see her come alive this year!!
Great .. . Heard about this one aloooong time ago . Keep chipping away Sir. That Smiley day is soon approaching for you.keep us updated..
Simon is clearly the saviour of this project.
I always enjoy watching people building american cars in other parts of the world. Especially lowriders. It gives me motivation. Salud and respect from the USA.
That’s a beautiful car. I live in Los Ángeles California own a low rider my self, I am from a car club ONE BAD CREATION. That steering wheel idea.. GREAT! You are doing the car perfect.. My respects to you..
Many thanks Sal!
Nice to see the old Granada again! I'll never forget you parking it outside my house in Chester on three wheels - don't think my neighbours were quite so impressed!
You did say way back then that you'd have a 64 Impala at some point, so nice to see this one taking shape.
Used to own a ‘54 Caddy... will get one again one day... and great to hear your story (obsession) - what an awesome car, well done for sticking at it 🥰🙏
Enjoying the projects and updates Jonny, and the detail you're taking us into on each of them. Please keep rescuing things, and taking us on the journey.
What a brilliant car this is going to be. A true labour of love.
The 4 door pillar-less Impala is so swank, also reminds me of the film Mississippi Burning.
The number plate is perfect.
Impalas are SO expensive now too. This thing is lovely. And as the possessor of a never-ending project vehicle, I feel all your pain.
Stunning piece of metal and paint work. These things are huge. When I bought my first car an Opel Corsa hatchback, I remember a convertible impala with huge fins parked in the showroom (owners car used for marketing). This thing was so huge it could easily be used as a backyard swimming pool.
Johnny you have put your heart n soul in this project, get this luxo barge on the road ASAP.
Also a short video tour of Simon's facilities and cars is in order.
Take care n stay safe.
This channel is all about cars
✨the more you know✨
What an absolute BEAUT !!! I'd love to see more episodes documenting the progress right to the day it actually drives out of Simon's garage and burbles down the road all street legal.... and its life beyond.
Thank you. And yeah, more to come!
Had to stop watching temporarily to educate myself about engine turning. Another cracking video sir.
YES!!!!!! One of my all time fav cars, something I'd have in my collection if i was a millionaire
loved this episode Jonny. I had my mk1 escort freshly painted in 2012.... its remained in my parents barn since, awaiting funds and time to put it back together... bought a house, had a kid, started my own company... the usual life that gets in the way of these things, but it will be back someday, hopefully in the not too distant future.
So I'm not the only one then!
@@TheLateBrakeShow they all get there eventually :) looking forward to see this one roll out the garage, or should that be bounce?
I grew up in a 1974 Chev Impala , 400 cu in , 4 barrel carb, body by fisher. It was blue with a white vinyl roof. I still miss that car. It was a 2 door but it had small rear windows and they actually rolled down, never seen another car do that.
I have to say this video was so therapeutic to my car stresses. So reassuring to see others going through the peaks and troughs of project car life. Why are there so many dribbling O-rings when it comes to restoring and working on projects? Thanks for sharing Johnny, really appreciate the honesty and absolutely love the impala, would love to see more on it in the future.
That Gold colored Chevrolet Impala SS looking absolutely beautiful 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Just noticed watching this video that The LBS has hit 500k subscribers. Well deserved Jonnie.
All the best things take a while
No need to rush perfection
It will be amazing when done and I can’t wait to see the late brake episode show
Driving my low rider 😍😍👍👍
This is the weirdest yet coolest thing I've ever seen. I'm from Houston Texas and people thought I was weird for being a "white guy" who was infatuated with low riders. I grew up in the same era you did and loved the Old Skool Impalas!!! You've done a great job with this one. The only thing I would change are the rims. Dayton rims are the only way to go!!! I know they are EXPENSIVE but they match the era. Also, kudos on the Jag headlights! All lowriders need one unique quirk that sets them apart from all the rest. From the very beginning I was thinking to myself "those headlights look amazing but there is something unique about them"! This car is truly a work of art and the heart of what being a Lowrider is all about!!👍👍❤️❤️
Cheers Corey. Hopefully it will be worth the effort when it get it rolling.
That thing looks GORGEOUS!
I grew up with a 1964 Impala coupe as my Mum's daily driver. Chauffeured us to school, swim meets, and eventually my very own hand me down first car. Perfect date night car n my suburban hood, could fit a mini in the enormous trunk. This is so nostalgic to see. Well done!
Nice Jonny! A week grinding down lead-based 60’s paint with (seemingly) no mask is going to take a couple of decades off your life. We were young then and we didn’t know better. I also used a twist knot brush in a 9” grinder to take a narrow boat roof down to bare metal; wondering why my hands were tingling for days after.
Great to see and hear about this. Simon is a top guy! Love the car she is going to be a beauty. Thanks for the in-depth update.
"I took a week off work and bare-metalled it myself, I slept in the back of a car." Now that's hardcore. I like 💪
Great to see this thing Johnny, fair play for sticking with it. This is real car guy shit.
What a fantastic video. I have never understood the whole lowrider culture but I would now dearly love to be 'there' (via the medium of TH-cam anyhow) when you first sit in the car, turn the key and start to drive. Great stuff and can't wait to see this one progress to completion.
Hey Jonny, as an ex-pat living in Canada since 1961, I was intrigued by your choice of car. My first car bought in 1964 was a 1962 Pontiac Parisienne Convertible. My second car was a 1964 Prisienne 2 Door Hardtop which I believe was the Pontiac version of the car that you have. Lovely way to get around and very solid and heavy. I envy you the lowrider, and wish that I still had the Pontiac.
With low-riding being a world I know very little about this was a fascinating video. Great job as always Jonny
Great video, it's great to see the love, pain, and commitment you've gone through with this car!
I would love to see an update video in a year's time.
Less than a year William, I promise.
Great! I wasn't sure if it was going to be like Project Binky from @BadObsessionMotorsport
Simon seems like a good guy!
Before you even said I knew ‘doughboys’ car was your inspiration it’s just got that look. Absolutely love it 👍👍
I restored a 61 oldsmobile rocket 88...love the shape and feel of the car. I had to sell the car and miss it every day. The ride was totally awesome. I love what you've done with the impala and can't wait to see it roll out of th edge garage one day soon. Cheers Mate
It's awesome you started out with such a great example. Mine started life as a Northern USA car, and let's say the rear wheel wells fenders were not in nearly as good condition as yours! Inspirational story, thanks for sharing!
Gorgeous paint color and interior combination. Love the subtle pin-striping. This will be a great looking car. Best car to take the family to get Ice cream on a summer day.
What a great car. You can see your love for cars just shines though. I watch quite a few car youtubers that I enjoy but when they modify a car they just send it to a shop and get it done and don't get involved like you do. Keep up the great job and sharing your love for anything car related.
I'm not sure what to say Jonny. Lovely car, crazy owner, fascinating story, excellent work. It's also a great tribute to the custom car scene of the seventies in the best way possible. You're going to have a very eclectic garage one day.
I've had project motorbike sitting around for 6 years, this makes me feel better.
Cool car we need to see this finished
Hi Jonny, I bought the silver 64 impala from Gas Monkey & imported it to the uk, I up graded the air ride, great car
First tune godda be "let me ride". I had a 64 once but that was a hillman imp lol, I still referred to it as the Six Four or Six Fow . that era of gangster rap was and still is awesome and also made me dream of 64s. Amazing car.
I will admit to not being a massive American car fan. Also I know you have mentioned this car in the podcast or in videos, but to see the car and all the history and details is really great. Good luck with finishing this project and I’m sure you will enjoy driving it for the first time when ever that might be.
So so good, I could watch this over and over again 😍
friendly reminder to jonny that we want to see this car running and hopping! because this car seems to be 95% done just the last 5% left, and idk why but when it comes to all project, the last 5% seems to be the hardest to finish. But come on jonny we believe in you! get this baby back on the road!
A few years back I was lucky enough to go to the Drift Shifters event in Liverpool. Seeing those cars up close was mind blowing. When I went home I was excited to see there was a British scene but disappointed to see it was mostly Japanese cars so what I would like to see is a Great British Drift car with a British car and British engine
Wonderful job man. I grew up immersed in Lowrider car culture in Southern California. Great taste and top notch attention to detail. One gripe, clean those white walls! They should be nice and bright white.
Hi Jonny, I know you read the comments as you have replied to me a few times and that is commendable.
The steering wheel is the right call..just has the right look and hold some of the soul of the car. Glad it's moving forward as I believe if you start something it should be finished and anything can be achieved. It's important to do this in life as it makes the difference between the winners and losers. Love the channel.... Thumbs up. Paul Bournemouth
Mr D, thank you for the comment. Profound words. Glad you appreciate my steering wheel decision. Custom cars are v personal, so you are never going to please everyone who sees it.
Beautiful colour choice and pin striping for the Impala, subtle and refined, unlike the underpinnings .....
Just as well he went to see Boyz in da Hood , Wayne’s world was on next door...
You never know, he could have a Pacer stashed away somewhere.
@@SuperiorModel he has an Allegro sleeper, I'm sure the idea of owning and building a Pacer must have crossed his mind at least once...
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Compulsive viewing ... one of few TH-cam channels which are. Keep up the awesome work Johnny 👍🏻
Beautiful Impala Jonny! One of my all time favourite cars.
Fantastic car! All the years have been a worthwhile journey. You say it's a bit shameful and regret how long it's taken, but you've made progress. There's been a journey and just look how happy you are when you talk about what you are creating! I've had a Ford Capri since I was 15, I'm now 37. I haven't got anywhere near the progress you have, maybe not actually progressed at all, and I'm critical of myself for what I haven't done or how long it's taking... but the people who love me or appreciate cars would say to me, as I hope they say to you, it's your car and you'll get there. Whatever encouragement or support you need is out there somewhere. Just keep going. What you have accomplished so far looks amazing. Thank you for the wonderful story!
Lovely video update of a long overdue project. There is something special about the old school American cars. Can't wait to see this finished.
This is my favourite car of all time
Great video, great car! I have a 68 Impala that’s been in my family since 1970. More of a sedan for me than a low rider, but I appreciate the passion. :)
Magic video Johnny could have listened to that roller coaster car build for hours. Would love to hear regular updates on its progress.
Thanks Barry, there's a ton of anecdotes and stories about other parts of the car that I will put in another update. Even trailering it to Simon's almost ended in mass carnage.
As always brilliantly presented in a very nice relaxed manner
I like this dude’s taste in cars. Keep up the great content!
Your a man after my own heart i love Impala's i really like the back lights an side panels an the pillar less windows, I think you should do an episode on your garage.✌