Who needed an art gallery when you could just go down to your local Buick, Olds, Pontiac, Chevy or Cadillac dealership in the 1960s? Not only could you admire some of the most mouth-watering, gorgeous automotive designs... But you could drive it home, too! All those good looks also came with great mechanicals and quality interiors. I absolutely agree with you on the 1960 Cadillac. The small changes from 59 are truly impressive when you take a moment to really compare the two. The 59 is iconic and I love it, but the 60 is a masterpiece in styling, advancing a design that was absolutely over the top into something tasteful. My favorite body style on these are the 6 window hardtop sedans. I'm sure I've said it before, but I actually like the 68 more than the 67 Eldorado. I think the front cornering lamps were one of the best changes ever made.
Buicks always seemed "fashion forward" with their models. The 1960's was the "golden age" of automotive design in my opinion. The Riviera was always my favorite, even as a child..
If I’d been in the market for a personal luxury car in 1966, it would have been hard for me to choose between the Riviera and Toronado, although the Riv might have gotten the nod by a nose. Competitors of the day had some nice cars, but the breadth of beautiful GM cars was unmatched.
Just because of personal experience, my 1963 Buick Skylark was my choice. I loved the aluminum 215 in that little car when I had it and still wish I had it today.
Like that 1960 Buick dashboard! My family had a beautiful bright red '65 Bel Air. Those '65-'66 Caddys were great and the '67-'68 looked even better when the headlights went canted forward. We traded in our '65 Bel Air for a '69 Grand Prix. Couldn't help getting one since our local Pontiac dealer lived next door and was parking his GP demonstrator in front of his house and Mom fell for it.
My choice for a one car garage would be a 67 2 door hardtop with a LS7 and whatever smooth, highway oriented transmission would hook up to that. I'll rent a truck from the Home Depot if I need one
I agree, I liked the '67-'68 Cadillac front end over the '65-'66 because of those canted headlights and the sculptured side panels verses the "slab" side panels on the '65-'66's.
For me it was the '66 Toronado that made me stop and stare, wondering what planet that car came from. I was a 12 year old kid that was just beginning to be interested in automobiles. I think seeing that car made me start taking more notice of the styling of all cars. And I appreciate the beauty of the '65 Impala much more than I did back then; probably because I saw it as an "old person's car" back then, and now I am one!
The last of the good Oldsmobile 400s!! Perhaps Adam could do a compare/contrast of the two different iterations of the 1960s Oldsmobile 400. Pray-tell...
Adam and All, Before I watch, here is my list: 61 Coupe deVille, 67 Eldorado, 67 Rivera, 66 Grand Prix, 66 Galaxie 500 XL, 61 Lincoln, 60 Chrysler 300, 64 Thunderbird, 64 Eldorado & 68 Charger. Thanks again, Adam, you are a National Resource, John
Damn that a hard task you took on! I'm with you on 99% except personally the 1968 Eldorado was a tad better looking that 1967. I remember seeing my 1st 67 in a parking lot, I was trying to figure out how I would fill in the gaps in the filler pieces on the front. I always thought if I bought one I'd bondo them hoping they wouldn't crack. Anyway.... 1968, better front with turn signals moved, added rear 1/4 panel round running lamp with crest on it, full tail lamp with better chrome accent. IMO. Great video thanks for posting!
Well done, In the 70s,when I was in my 20s and car a young car nut, I purchased a 68 Eldorado, The used and very clean car was priced at $ 2500.00. I also owned a 65 Sedan de Ville, I agree it is a very great design.
Thank you for a great selection of beautiful cars, Adam. GM design under Bill Mitchell remains a high point for automotive design in the U.S. and probably the world. As to your #1 pick - yeah! When one of those Eldorado's appeared in traffic you couldn't help but give it a second or even third glance. They set the standard for expensive automobiles in their day from a sporty yet elegant design perspective as well as their advanced FWD engineering. Indeed, they set the pattern for Cadillac design until the 1976 Seville was introduced. The one element that really sets all of these GM cars above the herd is the beautiful surface development, no matter what the overall theme is for each of them. That group of designers put the finishing touches in each of those vehicles' body surfaces to get the most visual interest. You mentioned the gorgeous fender peaks on the 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix as a prime example. These vehicles really set a standard. When my tired eyes see something like that stupid, ponderous new Jaguar with it's blocky, uninteresting cement-like forms or that stainless steel dumpster-on-wheels Tesla cyber truck I almost lose my lunch. Thanks again for this exercise in true automotive beauty!
@@UberLummox I imagine one that's been cut down about a foot in length to make a great tourer. I think the proportions can handle it. Like a Javelin reduced to make an AMX.
@@MichaelKelly-eg6jo They made one! I had one! In '61 it was called the Series 62 Short Deck Sedan. Had less rear overhang. Not sure how much. '62 &'63 it was called the Park Avenue, then discontinued. Marketed towards congested urban areas. Kinda rarer model.
G'day Adam, A huge congratulations on reaching the 150,000 subscribers you thoroughly deserve all the accolades, you truly have a great channel. So happy to see the 1965 Chevrolet Full Size make the list my absolutely favourite full size Chevrolet. Here is a interesting fact, I collect 1:18 scale diecast & you wouldn't believe it but there isn't a 1:18 scale 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS on the market, go figure. Love the list extremely thought off & appreciate everything you do. Now a Chrysler list. Cheers Louis Kats your number 1 Fan in Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺 👍 🇺🇸
As always, nice job Adam. While Pontiac is well represented here how the 65 Bonneville is not on this list is indeed a blunder. GM design studio of the sixties were the envy of the automotive world!
"..slice through the wind, or a pedestrian, I guess." LOL I love every car on this list, TBH. If I had to pick one, it'd be the 65 Riv. I think missing from the list of beautiful GM cars in the 60's are the 66-67 Pontiac GTO. Even including the 65, I suppose. The rear panel with the louvered taillights on the 66 is stunning, and the 67's 'wire mesh' grille is fantastic. And congratulations on reaching 150K subscribers!
1965 Chevrolet ... eh. 1967 Chevrolet ... YES! ALL the 1965 Pontiacs ... Steller All the '60's era Riviera's ... A+. The 1965 being my favorite. Can't argue with most of these picks! Looking forward to Adam's "Best Of 1960's" for Ford Motor, Chrysler Corp and let's do an AMC segment too! An amazing decade of automotive styling at its BEST!
Yes, I would've put a 67 Impala fastback in the list, in place of a couple that I think aren't as deserving. Whether in the Impala Sport Coupe, or Super Sport, 67 was the best looking true fastback of the 60's, in my opinion.
I was happy (And surprised!) To see the 60 Buick made your list. Too often it is compared to the 59 of which it shares almost nothing body wise other than the greenhouse. It’s a beautiful design that I feel does. The best job to cleanly exemplify aircraft inspired styling cues without being wacky like so many other auto makers of the time created. I was surprised you didn’t include both the 63 and 68 Corvette Sting Ray(?) Thanks for posting on the subject, I always enjoy hearing your take and reasons for your choices. GM Was indeed the style leader of the world, and dare I say of all time during this era.
Great episode, Adam. GM styling peaked in the 1960s. When the '65 Impala was introduced, it looked a decade more modern than the '64. I like the 2nd gen Riviera a lot, but I prefer the first gen Riviera, which is GM's finest styling. I also love the '66 Toronado (best rear 3/4 quarter view of the decade).
My dad had a 1959 Buick Invicta convertible which he purchased new just prior to marrying my mom. What better car to follow that up with than the 1966 Buick Riviera he bought in June of 1966 from Krajenke Buick in Hamtramck MI. Prior to the 59 Buick he had the 1st car he purchased new a 1955 Chevy Bel Air convertible.
I can't quibble with any of them. The '69 Grand Prix was a surprise. They never struck me as much, but seeing one in black got me looking at it again. The '60 Cadillac at #2 was a surprise in that position, but it's long been a personal favorite. Congratulations on 150K!
64 through 66 were the best styling years for GM. I especially like the 65 Cadillac, 65 Pontiac Grand Prix, 65 Tempest / LeMans / GTO, 64-66 F85 / Cutlass / 442, 66 Toronado and all of the Rivieras. One exception is the 1963 Pontiac Catalina and Grand Prix which has a special appeal. All beautiful cars.
That '67 eldo is stunning in black. My dad bought one in '67, but in white with black interior. He gave it his mom who drove it well into the 1990's. The black on red completely transforms the personality.
I just love the styling of all the cars you showed. But for me #1 has to be the 67 Cadillac Eldorado, #2 the 65 Pontiac GP, #3 the 65 Buick Riviera, #4 the 66 Buick Riviera. In my view all of the GM cars of the 1960s were the finest styled cars America ever produced
Good list- Mitchell was at the top of his game. I'd omit the pudgy '60 Cad and put in the '60Pontiac, off the top of my head, or the '61, for that matter. So many good choices, it could be a top 25.
Congratulations on your subscribers. I said from about halfway thru that the 67 Elderado would have to be your number 1 and I couldn’t agree more. Great list of fine cars.
1964 to 1970 will always be IMO the golden era of the classic car time period, 1971-72 had some great moments but the downhill slide was starting to occur by then.
Naw, the 60 looks way better which is how the car was originally styled by Chuck Jordan before Harley Earle forced the addition of those huge fins on the 59.
@@edwardpate6128 I agree about the oversized 59 fins, I was just talking more about the look of the bullet taillights. Disney even copied the 59 bullet taillights/fin on the rear of the very early Disneyland Monorails. lol
Good choices all around. My pick would have been the '68 Riviera over the '66. I would also include the '68 Toronado, which I am fond of. I would exclude the '60 Buick. I don't prefer the '60 Buick over the '59 as you do. I actually like the super-aggressive designs of the '59s with the exception of the '60 Cadillac, which I am happy to see made this list. You keep churning out fun videos.
Your channel is by far the most accurate and authentic at accd Harry Bradley was fascinated with the Lemans tumble home in 1973 and I look forward to you comparing 67 tbird 75 seville in a who came firstHappy Holidays s🍁😊
Thanks for this one, Adam.. Those are some solid choices.. I would go with (in no particular order) 10. 1962 Buick Invicta Wildcat 9. 1968 Chevrolet Impala SS coupe 8. 1963 Cadillac Eldorado hardtop coupe 7. 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix 6. 1966 Pontiac Bonneville 4 door hardtop 5. 1966 Buick Riviera. 4. 1969 Buick Riviera 3. 1967 Pontiac GTO 2. 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire 1 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood Sixty Special
The '65 Riv is my favorite, with the Eldorado & GTO not far behind. As I recall, the '65 Ford Galaxie 500 was one of the first to the stacked headlight party... it's fun to recall how often styling crossed OEM lines. Nice job on the narration, Adam!
I always feel smarter after watching videos like this. I would add the '68 Chevrolet Caprice with the hidden headlamp option to the list. And, we can't forget about the A-Body's from '67!! The Skylark, Cutlass, Chevelle, Tempest? All at the pinnacle of their design. Awesome feature, Adam!!
Looking down your driveway is any car lover’s dream. Any of those cars could be in a museum and they are lucky to be maintained so well by you, Adam! I love your rankings and would only suggest that you consider the 1961 Cadillac Coupe de Ville for second place instead of the 1960 because some of the design elements really gave balance to the car such as the lower fins etc. Compliments for an awesome video!
Nice Job. Thank you. IMHO 1965 was the pinnacle for GM cars, so I think your choices are spot on. . Loved those slab side beauties. In fact '65 was a banner year for the other 2 big manufacturers also.
I think all of your choices are very good. My personal favorite is the 65 Pontiacs. I don’t think Pontiac ever did anything better either before or after. Just spectacular cars all the way around.
I had a 65 Rivera...my all time favorite car. The interior was especially wonderful! I was living in the South Bay of LA and the low riders gave me a thumbs up all the time. LOL
Still on vacation, Adam? Hard to argue with your picks. As a child the first car I remember my dad owning was a ‘58 Pontiac Chieftain which he replaced with the car that was his absolute favorite… a midnight blue ‘60 Buick Invicta. The Invicta was placed between the LeSabre and Electra and was considered the “performance” model as it had the LaSabre’s wheelbase but the Electra’s 401 Fireball V-8. After ‘63 Buick dropped the Invicta name in favor of the Wildcat. Nice to see the photos you included are Invictas. Cheers! 👍👍👍
Adam,you got this one right with your #1 pick! Somehow I knew before I watched the video, that the 67 Eldorado would be number one. I would absolutely love to see one of these cars in person. I'm a Buick guy because my dad was, and I love them. This car is GM design at its best. I can only imagine what the designers, and the people who had the stamp all the parts had to go through to make this a reality. The 67 eldorado was definitely a landmark car for Cadillac. Being able to see and look over one of these in person is on my bucket list.I love your channel! The 68- 71 Grand Prix are a top on my list also,It's a car that in my eyes just looks right.DeLorean even gave a Duesenburg reference to the GP with the the model J ,and the SSJ. If you look at that front end of the 71 and 72 GP, and the boat tail look at the rear,it all comes together.Once again Adam,well done!
I thought for sure the '65 Pontiacs would be your number one, since you often say they were some of the most beautiful cars ever produced. My parents had a 1965 Chevrolet Impala sedan in a silvery blue. Some neighbors of ours at the same time had a sage green 1960 Buick Electra sedan. Another big change for the '65 Cadillacs was that they were said to be the first Cadillacs since 1947 that didn't have fins at the back. People today think that those sharp rear fender lines on the '65 and later Cadillacs are fins, but they weren't considered to be fins at the time. Compare the '64s to the '65s and you'll see the difference.
I’d have to give the nod to the ‘67 Riviera although I’ve always been partial to the ‘69-‘72 Grand Prix. I took my driver’s test in a ‘71 GP on my 16th birthday.
Another enjoyable and insightful video. I would have gone with 68 Eldo over 67 because I can never get past those ill-fitting front fender end caps. Still awesome.
Adam, as soon as you mentioned the countdown, the 67 Eldorado popped into my mind. I remember having a friction powered 67 Eldorado toy. It was finished in a beautiful dark metallic blue. Not sure if that was an actual Cadillac colour, but it was stunning. I think you put together an incredible list. It's too bad that today, the automotive world is dominated by boxy SUVs, with very little distinguish between them.
Thanks, I remember that 1965 was a great year for auto design and as 11 years old I went to my first new car show and truly discovered auto design and styling. The entire full size line of cars for all big three GM, Ford and Chrysler were all new for 65 and other great cars were also new like the original Mustang. Overall GM had the best looking full size cars in my opinion.
Adam as per usual great video and informative. You'll probably get a few dudes like me, who will say the same old blah,blah. So apologies now, your selection was top notch! Could there have been a little parking space. . . .For a 63 Chrysler New Yorker 4dr h/t Salon? Just saying. Keep up the fantastic channel!
Good morning, Adam! You nailed it! I have one suggestion. Swap the 1968 Caprice for the 1965. The 1968 took the “Baby Cadillac” moniker to a new level: hidden headlights and wipers, cool dashboard and new knobs, elegant fabrics, cool roofline, new taillights. After you ponder that, let’s have a collective conversation about the hysterical comments about the 00 Jag. Perfectly named because it will come to naught. Thanks, Adam!
Tough choices! So many great looking cars. I like them all. Late 60s boat tail Rivieras are my favorite. Almost bought one as a kid. Wish I would have but the cars I could afford were pretty beat.
Grandpa purchased a new 60's Buick; in those days, the salesman drove the car to your house for a demonstration, He went through two different models before choosing a striped down no carpet no radio with crank windows, (farmer that didn't need fancy stuff) the speedo mirror was on a spin wheel so you go tilt it to your selected eye viewing, it also had a roller knob to set your desired max. speed started to buzz.
I agree with many of your choices. I believe the ‘67 Eldorado is the most beautiful Cadillac of any decade, not just the ‘60’s. Not a fan of the bloated ‘60 Cadillac. It’s not as hideous as the ‘59, but still looks like it needs a prescription for Ozempic. I was interested in your inclusion of the ‘60 Buick. I’ve always thought this year a lesser ‘59, but saw the car in a different light after your analysis. Still a number of Buicks that I would have chosen ahead of the ‘60. The ‘65 and ‘67 LeSaber, Wildcat and Electra were stunning cars. I’d have picked one of them over the ‘60. Also, I would have included a ‘67 or ‘68 Cadillac. I think they’re better looking than the ‘65 in every form, but especially in the Fleetwood ‘60 Special without a vinyl top. The lines of this car are magnificent. Still a great selection of cars.
Best friends back in the day had a black on black 65 Riviera. When we went out together as couples, we always went in the “Riv”, even thought he rear seat was not all that comfortable. But it was a great car.
My next door neighbour opened one of the first McDonalds in the city I grew up in and came home with a Flamingo Red '67 Eldorado, when they first appeared in showrooms; caused quite a stir. My fave is the '60 Buick, what a look!
Great list. When speaking of the 1966 Toronado you should mention David North. I am fortunate to have been the caretaker for a ‘66 Toronado. A car that will always bring comments.
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Who needed an art gallery when you could just go down to your local Buick, Olds, Pontiac, Chevy or Cadillac dealership in the 1960s? Not only could you admire some of the most mouth-watering, gorgeous automotive designs... But you could drive it home, too! All those good looks also came with great mechanicals and quality interiors.
I absolutely agree with you on the 1960 Cadillac. The small changes from 59 are truly impressive when you take a moment to really compare the two. The 59 is iconic and I love it, but the 60 is a masterpiece in styling, advancing a design that was absolutely over the top into something tasteful. My favorite body style on these are the 6 window hardtop sedans.
I'm sure I've said it before, but I actually like the 68 more than the 67 Eldorado. I think the front cornering lamps were one of the best changes ever made.
Maybe warm up at the Amc, Chrysler, and Ford, dealerships first.
Just have to say I really appreciate the wealth of videos you’ve been releasing the last few weeks. Great work as always!
Buicks always seemed "fashion forward" with their models. The 1960's was the "golden age" of automotive design in my opinion. The Riviera was always my favorite, even as a child..
If I’d been in the market for a personal luxury car in 1966, it would have been hard for me to choose between the Riviera and Toronado, although the Riv might have gotten the nod by a nose. Competitors of the day had some nice cars, but the breadth of beautiful GM cars was unmatched.
OMG, ditto for me but I'd have throw T-birds into the mix. The '60s T-birds, they were all beautiful in my opinion.
Man, that red Toro is a stunner!!!
It is but I prefer the Riviera just a bit more.
Just because of personal experience, my 1963 Buick Skylark was my choice. I loved the aluminum 215 in that little car when I had it and still wish I had it today.
The subtitle of this vid could be "Some of the best automotive designs to come out of the USA from any era".
Simply GORGEOUS, one and all.... how I wish I could have a restored version right now.
Like that 1960 Buick dashboard! My family had a beautiful bright red '65 Bel Air. Those '65-'66 Caddys were great and the '67-'68 looked even better when the headlights went canted forward. We traded in our '65 Bel Air for a '69 Grand Prix. Couldn't help getting one since our local Pontiac dealer lived next door and was parking his GP demonstrator in front of his house and Mom fell for it.
My choice for a one car garage would be a 67 2 door hardtop with a LS7 and whatever smooth, highway oriented transmission would hook up to that. I'll rent a truck from the Home Depot if I need one
I agree, I liked the '67-'68 Cadillac front end over the '65-'66 because of those canted headlights and the sculptured side panels verses the "slab" side panels on the '65-'66's.
I always considered the 64 and 65 Rivera the most perfect design ever for a car.
Agree - nothing comes close.(except maybe the '65 Impala, but I have one, so I may be biased! 😂
I'll take a white 65 Riviera GS with blue trim.
@@magnetocheck i had the impala now the riviera, i would agree.
65 Coupe DeVille
For me it was the '66 Toronado that made me stop and stare, wondering what planet that car came from. I was a 12 year old kid that was just beginning to be interested in automobiles. I think seeing that car made me start taking more notice of the styling of all cars. And I appreciate the beauty of the '65 Impala much more than I did back then; probably because I saw it as an "old person's car" back then, and now I am one!
Some folks will never experience a real automobile.Your videos make me cry.
Thanks for the memories.
I'm so old that I remember commercials with Dr Olds, so I would like to submit the 1967 Olds 442 for the list.
The last of the good Oldsmobile 400s!!
Perhaps Adam could do a compare/contrast of the two different iterations of the 1960s Oldsmobile 400. Pray-tell...
Hey - Christmas is right around the corner! I would like one of each of these cars. It would be the best Christmas ever. Thanks.
Adam and All, Before I watch, here is my list: 61 Coupe deVille, 67 Eldorado, 67 Rivera, 66 Grand Prix, 66 Galaxie 500 XL, 61 Lincoln, 60 Chrysler 300, 64 Thunderbird, 64 Eldorado & 68 Charger.
Thanks again, Adam, you are a National Resource,
John
'61 Cad for sure.
All are beautiful cars! I so enjoy the knowledge you have of them. I think it is wonderful that you collect and preserve all of vehicles you do!
The 1970 1/2 Camaro -- yes! Some of the best lines to ever come out of Detroit -- or anywhere -- in any decade. Thanks for calling it out.
The 1970 1/2 "split bumper" Camaro for me also - "peak" Camaro!
Finally a channel that covers all this cool automotive history without being junk AI ❤
I credit Bill Mitchell's leadership. Earl left at the right time.
He was 20 years overdue, imho
Damn that a hard task you took on! I'm with you on 99% except personally the 1968 Eldorado was a tad better looking that 1967. I remember seeing my 1st 67 in a parking lot, I was trying to figure out how I would fill in the gaps in the filler pieces on the front. I always thought if I bought one I'd bondo them hoping they wouldn't crack. Anyway.... 1968, better front with turn signals moved, added rear 1/4 panel round running lamp with crest on it, full tail lamp with better chrome accent. IMO. Great video thanks for posting!
Well done, In the 70s,when I was in my 20s and car a young car nut, I purchased a 68 Eldorado, The used and very clean car was priced at $ 2500.00. I also owned a 65 Sedan de Ville, I agree it is a very great design.
I love Pontiac GTO 1965. The rear lights look wonderful.
IMHO, the '66 Riviera was gorgeous. Alternately, I thought that the Toronado was reminiscent of a reptile that had been subjected to carcinogens.
Thank you for a great selection of beautiful cars, Adam. GM design under Bill Mitchell remains a high point for automotive design in the U.S. and probably the world. As to your #1 pick - yeah! When one of those Eldorado's appeared in traffic you couldn't help but give it a second or even third glance. They set the standard for expensive automobiles in their day from a sporty yet elegant design perspective as well as their advanced FWD engineering. Indeed, they set the pattern for Cadillac design until the 1976 Seville was introduced. The one element that really sets all of these GM cars above the herd is the beautiful surface development, no matter what the overall theme is for each of them. That group of designers put the finishing touches in each of those vehicles' body surfaces to get the most visual interest. You mentioned the gorgeous fender peaks on the 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix as a prime example. These vehicles really set a standard. When my tired eyes see something like that stupid, ponderous new Jaguar with it's blocky, uninteresting cement-like forms or that stainless steel dumpster-on-wheels Tesla cyber truck I almost lose my lunch. Thanks again for this exercise in true automotive beauty!
Bill Mitchell? The world.
@@DanEBoyd Yep. Name another auto maker that did as well in the 1960's.
Adam, your #1 pick was spot-on.....
I still like the '61 Coupe de Ville with its chiseled sides and one-year-only convex grill. And the '67 Impala fastback coupe.
'61 Cadillacs are so cool. I had two.
@@UberLummox I imagine one that's been cut down about a foot in length to make a great tourer. I think the proportions can handle it. Like a Javelin reduced to make an AMX.
@@MichaelKelly-eg6jo They made one! I had one! In '61 it was called the Series 62 Short Deck Sedan. Had less rear overhang. Not sure how much. '62 &'63 it was called the Park Avenue, then discontinued. Marketed towards congested urban areas. Kinda rarer model.
Some Terrific-Looking GM Classics of the 60's, Adam...😎👏
Love the hidden headlights on the '65 Rivi 🤜🤛
G'day Adam,
A huge congratulations on reaching the 150,000 subscribers you thoroughly deserve all the accolades, you truly have a great channel.
So happy to see the 1965 Chevrolet Full Size make the list my absolutely favourite full size Chevrolet.
Here is a interesting fact, I collect 1:18 scale diecast & you wouldn't believe it but there isn't a 1:18 scale 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS on the market, go figure.
Love the list extremely thought off & appreciate everything you do.
Now a Chrysler list.
Cheers
Louis Kats your number 1 Fan in Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺 👍 🇺🇸
As always, nice job Adam. While Pontiac is well represented here how the 65 Bonneville is not on this list is indeed a blunder. GM design studio of the sixties were the envy of the automotive world!
"..slice through the wind, or a pedestrian, I guess." LOL I love every car on this list, TBH. If I had to pick one, it'd be the 65 Riv. I think missing from the list of beautiful GM cars in the 60's are the 66-67 Pontiac GTO. Even including the 65, I suppose. The rear panel with the louvered taillights on the 66 is stunning, and the 67's 'wire mesh' grille is fantastic. And congratulations on reaching 150K subscribers!
1965 Chevrolet ... eh. 1967 Chevrolet ... YES!
ALL the 1965 Pontiacs ... Steller
All the '60's era Riviera's ... A+. The 1965 being my favorite.
Can't argue with most of these picks! Looking forward to Adam's "Best Of 1960's" for Ford Motor, Chrysler Corp and let's do an AMC segment too!
An amazing decade of automotive styling at its BEST!
Yes, I would've put a 67 Impala fastback in the list, in place of a couple that I think aren't as deserving. Whether in the Impala Sport Coupe, or Super Sport, 67 was the best looking true fastback of the 60's, in my opinion.
Great list, but no mid-size cars. I'd choose the 1967 Pontiac (Lemans, GTO ...) coupes. Stacked headlights, split grille, coke-bottle shape, clean lines everywhere.
65 Riveria is so sinister, always wanted one and still do!!!!~~ Graceful and muscular all in one!!~
I was happy (And surprised!) To see the 60 Buick made your list. Too often it is compared to the 59 of which it shares almost nothing body wise other than the greenhouse. It’s a beautiful design that I feel does. The best job to cleanly exemplify aircraft inspired styling cues without being wacky like so many other auto makers of the time created.
I was surprised you didn’t include both the 63 and 68 Corvette Sting Ray(?)
Thanks for posting on the subject, I always enjoy hearing your take and reasons for your choices. GM Was indeed the style leader of the world, and dare I say of all time during this era.
Great episode, Adam. GM styling peaked in the 1960s. When the '65 Impala was introduced, it looked a decade more modern than the '64. I like the 2nd gen Riviera a lot, but I prefer the first gen Riviera, which is GM's finest styling. I also love the '66 Toronado (best rear 3/4 quarter view of the decade).
My dad had a 1959 Buick Invicta convertible which he purchased new just prior to marrying my mom. What better car to follow that up with than the 1966 Buick Riviera he bought in June of 1966 from Krajenke Buick in Hamtramck MI. Prior to the 59 Buick he had the 1st car he purchased new a 1955 Chevy Bel Air convertible.
I can't quibble with any of them. The '69 Grand Prix was a surprise. They never struck me as much, but seeing one in black got me looking at it again. The '60 Cadillac at #2 was a surprise in that position, but it's long been a personal favorite. Congratulations on 150K!
I always loved the '61 Impala b=Bubble Top! But to me, most '60's cars were good lookers.
22:55 Excellent quality Art 🎨 work
The 65 GTO is a must add to the list.
64 through 66 were the best styling years for GM. I especially like the 65 Cadillac, 65 Pontiac Grand Prix, 65 Tempest / LeMans / GTO, 64-66 F85 / Cutlass / 442, 66 Toronado and all of the Rivieras. One exception is the 1963 Pontiac Catalina and Grand Prix which has a special appeal. All beautiful cars.
That '67 eldo is stunning in black. My dad bought one in '67, but in white with black interior. He gave it his mom who drove it well into the 1990's. The black on red completely transforms the personality.
Bill Mitchell was arguably the best Chief Designer (1958-1977) GM ever had.
I just love the styling of all the cars you showed. But for me #1 has to be the 67 Cadillac Eldorado, #2 the 65 Pontiac GP, #3 the 65 Buick Riviera, #4 the 66 Buick Riviera. In my view all of the GM cars of the 1960s were the finest styled cars America ever produced
Good list- Mitchell was at the top of his game.
I'd omit the pudgy '60 Cad and put in the '60Pontiac, off the top of my head, or the '61, for that matter. So many good choices, it could be a top 25.
Congratulations on your subscribers. I said from about halfway thru that the 67 Elderado would have to be your number 1 and I couldn’t agree more. Great list of fine cars.
1964 to 1970 will always be IMO the golden era of the classic car time period, 1971-72 had some great moments but the downhill slide was starting to occur by then.
I personally prefer the '68 Eldorado because of the glass turn signals
Nothing beats the 59 Cadillac's four bullet taillights............
Naw, the 60 looks way better which is how the car was originally styled by Chuck Jordan before Harley Earle forced the addition of those huge fins on the 59.
@@edwardpate6128 I agree about the oversized 59 fins, I was just talking more about the look of the bullet taillights. Disney even copied the 59 bullet taillights/fin on the rear of the very early Disneyland Monorails. lol
Well done! I have to agree with you on the entire list. I LOVE this!
Good choices all around. My pick would have been the '68 Riviera over the '66. I would also include the '68 Toronado, which I am fond of. I would exclude the '60 Buick. I don't prefer the '60 Buick over the '59 as you do. I actually like the super-aggressive designs of the '59s with the exception of the '60 Cadillac, which I am happy to see made this list.
You keep churning out fun videos.
Your channel is by far the most accurate and authentic at accd Harry Bradley was fascinated with the Lemans tumble home in 1973 and I look forward to you comparing 67 tbird 75 seville in a who came firstHappy Holidays s🍁😊
I agree with you because you explained the reason why you chose each of the cars for your list. Great video, thanks!
The 1965 Riviera wins from the front end. But the 1964 wins from the rear view.
Thanks for this one, Adam.. Those are some solid choices.. I would go with (in no particular order)
10. 1962 Buick Invicta Wildcat 9. 1968 Chevrolet Impala SS coupe 8. 1963 Cadillac Eldorado hardtop coupe 7. 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix 6. 1966 Pontiac Bonneville 4 door hardtop 5. 1966 Buick Riviera. 4. 1969 Buick Riviera 3. 1967 Pontiac GTO 2. 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire 1 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood Sixty Special
By far one of my all time favorite’s; the mid-sixties two door impala fast back.❤
The 60-64 Corvair's are awesome. I own a '65 so go figure. I like the styling better on the '65-'69, but the earlies are styled better.
The '65 Riv is my favorite, with the Eldorado & GTO not far behind. As I recall, the '65 Ford Galaxie 500 was one of the first to the stacked headlight party... it's fun to recall how often styling crossed OEM lines. Nice job on the narration, Adam!
I always feel smarter after watching videos like this. I would add the '68 Chevrolet Caprice with the hidden headlamp option to the list. And, we can't forget about the A-Body's from '67!! The Skylark, Cutlass, Chevelle, Tempest? All at the pinnacle of their design. Awesome feature, Adam!!
Great choices for top ten. Hard to pick a favorite.
Nicely done, Adam! 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire Coupe. 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix. 👍🏼
Looking down your driveway is any car lover’s dream. Any of those cars could be in a museum and they are lucky to be maintained so well by you, Adam! I love your rankings and would only suggest that you consider the 1961 Cadillac Coupe de Ville for second place instead of the 1960 because some of the design elements really gave balance to the car such as the lower fins etc. Compliments for an awesome video!
Nice Job. Thank you.
IMHO 1965 was the pinnacle for GM cars, so I think your choices are spot on.
. Loved those slab side beauties.
In fact '65 was a banner year for the other 2 big manufacturers also.
I think all of your choices are very good. My personal favorite is the 65 Pontiacs. I don’t think Pontiac ever did anything better either before or after. Just spectacular cars all the way around.
As a kid growing up in the 60s the majority of these cars in your list resided at our house. Dad was a GM engineer.
I’m with you on the second generation Rivieras, Adam! One of my favorite models of all time, I’d love to have one someday!
Superb analysis!
I had a 65 Rivera...my all time favorite car. The interior was especially wonderful! I was living in the South Bay of LA and the low riders gave me a thumbs up all the time. LOL
67 Rivera for me!
I personally would have put the 1967 Chevy Impala/Caprice 2 door, fast back in the top 10.
You always have something interesting!
For me, 1964 Buick Riviera is number 1. Number 2 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442.
Still on vacation, Adam? Hard to argue with your picks. As a child the first car I remember my dad owning was a ‘58 Pontiac Chieftain which he replaced with the car that was his absolute favorite… a midnight blue ‘60 Buick Invicta. The Invicta was placed between the LeSabre and Electra and was considered the “performance” model as it had the LaSabre’s wheelbase but the Electra’s 401 Fireball V-8. After ‘63 Buick dropped the Invicta name in favor of the Wildcat. Nice to see the photos you included are Invictas. Cheers! 👍👍👍
Adam,you got this one right with your #1 pick! Somehow I knew before I watched the video, that the 67 Eldorado would be number one. I would absolutely love to see one of these cars in person. I'm a Buick guy because my dad was, and I love them. This car is GM design at its best. I can only imagine what the designers, and the people who had the stamp all the parts had to go through to make this a reality. The 67 eldorado was definitely a landmark car for Cadillac. Being able to see and look over one of these in person is on my bucket list.I love your channel! The 68- 71 Grand Prix are a top on my list also,It's a car that in my eyes just looks right.DeLorean even gave a Duesenburg reference to the GP with the the model J ,and the SSJ. If you look at that front end of the 71 and 72 GP, and the boat tail look at the rear,it all comes together.Once again Adam,well done!
I thought for sure the '65 Pontiacs would be your number one, since you often say they were some of the most beautiful cars ever produced.
My parents had a 1965 Chevrolet Impala sedan in a silvery blue. Some neighbors of ours at the same time had a sage green 1960 Buick Electra sedan.
Another big change for the '65 Cadillacs was that they were said to be the first Cadillacs since 1947 that didn't have fins at the back. People today think that those sharp rear fender lines on the '65 and later Cadillacs are fins, but they weren't considered to be fins at the time. Compare the '64s to the '65s and you'll see the difference.
I’d have to give the nod to the ‘67 Riviera although I’ve always been partial to the ‘69-‘72 Grand Prix. I took my driver’s test in a ‘71 GP on my 16th birthday.
Another enjoyable and insightful video. I would have gone with 68 Eldo over 67 because I can never get past those ill-fitting front fender end caps. Still awesome.
Pretty good list but I would replace the 60 Buick with the 62 Cadillac and the 60 Cadillac with the 68 Wildcat.
Adam, as soon as you mentioned the countdown, the 67 Eldorado popped into my mind. I remember having a friction powered 67 Eldorado toy. It was finished in a beautiful dark metallic blue. Not sure if that was an actual Cadillac colour, but it was stunning. I think you put together an incredible list. It's too bad that today, the automotive world is dominated by boxy SUVs, with very little distinguish between them.
Thanks, I remember that 1965 was a great year for auto design and as 11 years old I went to my first new car show and truly discovered auto design and styling. The entire full size line of cars for all big three GM, Ford and Chrysler were all new for 65 and other great cars were also new like the original Mustang. Overall GM had the best looking full size cars in my opinion.
All GM cars of 67 are stunners. 68 went to Ford, 1970 is owned by Chrysler, 1971 had great looking vehicles from AMC. 67 GM is the king.
Adam as per usual great video and informative. You'll probably get a few dudes like me, who will say the same old blah,blah. So apologies now, your selection was top notch! Could there have been a little parking space. . . .For a 63 Chrysler New Yorker 4dr h/t Salon? Just saying. Keep up the fantastic channel!
Good morning, Adam! You nailed it! I have one suggestion. Swap the 1968 Caprice for the 1965. The 1968 took the “Baby Cadillac” moniker to a new level: hidden headlights and wipers, cool dashboard and new knobs, elegant fabrics, cool roofline, new taillights.
After you ponder that, let’s have a collective conversation about the hysterical comments about the 00 Jag. Perfectly named because it will come to naught. Thanks, Adam!
Tough choices! So many great looking cars. I like them all. Late 60s boat tail Rivieras are my favorite. Almost bought one as a kid. Wish I would have but the cars I could afford were pretty beat.
1965 Cat 2+2 is my number 1!
1965 BUICK RIVIERA WAS MY FAVORITE, My parents had a 1966 Riviera
I am primarily a FAMOCO guy, but they are all good looking. Especially the Riviera and Toronado. I love the rear 3/4 of the 60 Caddy.
The Aztec is my favorite!!
I like that first Toronado, but it took years for me to appreciate it
Congrats on 150k subscribers! ✨👏👏👏
In my opinion the second generation Corsair (1965-1969) is one of the cleanest designs to come out of GM in the 1960s.
Did you mean Corvair?
@@stephenholland5930 True - I didn't realize Edsel was a GM car!
@@stephenholland5930 Of course! Just a typo.
Grandpa purchased a new 60's Buick; in those days, the salesman drove the car to your house for a demonstration, He went through two different models before choosing a striped down no carpet no radio with crank windows, (farmer that didn't need fancy stuff) the speedo mirror was on a spin wheel so you go tilt it to your selected eye viewing, it also had a roller knob to set your desired max. speed started to buzz.
I agree with many of your choices. I believe the ‘67 Eldorado is the most beautiful Cadillac of any decade, not just the ‘60’s.
Not a fan of the bloated ‘60 Cadillac. It’s not as hideous as the ‘59, but still looks like it needs a prescription for Ozempic. I was interested in your inclusion of the ‘60 Buick. I’ve always thought this year a lesser ‘59, but saw the car in a different light after your analysis. Still a number of Buicks that I would have chosen ahead of the ‘60. The ‘65 and ‘67 LeSaber, Wildcat and Electra were stunning cars. I’d have picked one of them over the ‘60. Also, I would have included a ‘67 or ‘68 Cadillac. I think they’re better looking than the ‘65 in every form, but especially in the Fleetwood ‘60 Special without a vinyl top. The lines of this car are magnificent. Still a great selection of cars.
I agree, I'd take a '67-'68 Cadillac (especially a '68) over the '65-'66 any day - although I do think the "build quality" was better on the '65-'66!
Best friends back in the day had a black on black 65 Riviera. When we went out together as couples, we always went in the “Riv”, even thought he rear seat was not all that comfortable. But it was a great car.
My next door neighbour opened one of the first McDonalds in the city I grew up in and came home with a Flamingo Red '67 Eldorado, when they first appeared in showrooms; caused quite a stir. My fave is the '60 Buick, what a look!
I agree wth your number 1 pick, a stunning design. About the only 60s GM car i don't care for is the '68-'69 Buick Skylark.
I think the 1965 and 66 were the best looking across all GM divisions.
Great list. When speaking of the 1966 Toronado you should mention David North. I am fortunate to have been the caretaker for a ‘66 Toronado. A car that will always bring comments.