What It’s Like to Own an Old Corvette
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- What It’s Like to Own an Old Corvette, car review and car tour with auto mechanic Scotty Kilmer. Driving a classic Corvette. Car show off contest winner Alaa and his classic 1985 Corvette C4. This old Corvette still runs great with a new engine and tons of mods. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 51 years.
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How bout isuzu scotty
Do a video on the reliability of chevy cavaliers
Hey Scotty, what coolant should I put in my 1985 6.2L Detroit diesel? My friend said that most green coolants eat chevy head gaskets but I have no clue. Thanks.
Scotty Kilmer
I don’t think he’s in Houston? 😉😁
Thanks again again 👍
A digital dash that still actually works, a rarity, beautiful car.
Bro isn’t it crazy that cars from the 80s and 90s like the vette eldorado had digital gages but they didn’t use digital gages till 2018 lmfao
The true surprise is the dash pad with no cracks!
@@TotalCamaroZ28 If this car spent most of it's time over in the UK, than a perfect dash is normal, it's the hot sun that tears these things up. I have an 89 Supra, dad found a dash panel in Oregon, perfect condition too, it's always cool and mostly cloudy there like the UK is.
I remember a friend had a Ford Taurus (regular not SHO) back in the early 90s that had all digital gauges. Always wondered why it never caught on until the last couple yrs. The technology has been there for 30 years and yet it is only becoming commonplace now. Definitely not due to cost, so not sure what else held it back.
"A digital dash that still actually works", u got that right :)
Having a Corvette gives you a Master's Degree in being a BADASS
Or being a- - hole
I’ll agree 100% on that note!
Both
No it doesnt
As someone who owns a Corvette I disagree, we are just normal people.
So much care given to this beautiful vehicle. Excellent upgrade on the powerplant.
Thinking Impaired I have never lost a minute of sleep wondering what it is like to own a Corvette. As a result I am not going to waste my time with this video.
Glenn Lego lol. Ya own a ten speed bike o
@@glennso47 yet you cared enough to read through ALL the comments this far, and NOT watch?? O - K ....
@@glennso47 Why then to waste time stopping at this TH-cam to make a comment? The C4 Corvette has an incredible history. Especially regarding it's birth. One of the most amazing stories in the history of automobiles in general, and nose to nose with the history of the C1 generation. If you want to waste anymore time at Corvette TH-cams, look at some of the Tubes regarding the ZR1 Corvette. It's, in my opinion, and the opinion of automobile professionals of all types, including those in the literature, book, automotive news, and magazine businesses, that the ZR1 is nothing short of one of the most astounding sports cars ever produced in America, and competes with Supercars from all over the world. In my opinion, the Flagship of the entire Corvette Fleet.
The Corvette without argument is a special automobile in the history of automobiles, especially regarding it's mystique. No other car in the Auto Business get's so much attention. And deservedly so. It's a phenomenon really. I didn't realize it till I bought one myself. I wish I could tell you the story and share the awesome history and story with you. There is a TH-cam here somewhere about the history of the C4. A pretty good one. But not the whole story. Being a Corvette owner allows you membership into a very special brotherhood, and respectable member of the automobile society. To give you an idea, The Corvette gathering in Carlisle, PA, is the largest Corvette only car show in the world, one of the largest car shows, in general, in the country, featuring thousands of Corvettes, and 10's of thousands of fans. The numbers and reviews and stories don't lie. I don't believe you're wasting any time at all. Spend just a little time with these Corvette TH-cams, visit some facebook pages, or online magazine articles, now and then, and you may just change your mind about things. There's a great review for the 1985 Corvette from MOTOR Trend around here somewhere that does a great job and has fantastic things to say about the car.
I wish I could let you drive my pretty bright red '85, all original, not all severely changed and modified, performance wise, as the one shown here. So you could experience somewhat something similar as if you were testing one out in 1985 at a dealer. So you could get the sense of it, the Feel of it. I love being a passenger in my car. Which due to unfortunate disability, I most often am. NObody who drives my car, leaves it without screaming Yaaahooooo!!!!! NObody leaves it feeling that their experience was a "waste of time". I wish for you to enjoy your ride. May you drive, in peace, comfort, and happiness.
I love my 85, it is a blast from the past for me. It may be of interest to note that the C4 corvette holds the world record for being the worlds fastest production car for the longest time. If you are unaware check out the sledgehammer corvette. Held the speed record for 25 years with 1980's technology!
I have a 92 Corvette with a 6 speed. I restored it over a two year period. I love that car. Your 85 is truly outstanding! Enjoy : )
First year of LT1-Last year of C4
Last year of the c4 was 96
Is it as rough riding as the one in the video?
For starters, owning an older one means you can fix most issues on your own and also there's less computer b.s, and it's affordable to modify, and it has the correct twilight shape.
so owning a c4 vette as your first car is a good idea? (of course if you can afford) but I’m looking on getting my first car and it’d be amazing to drive around town and turn heads while everyone is driving challengers, lifted trucks or exotic cars.
Corvette isn’t a bad first or only car at all... given snow isn’t a big problem lol... I own a 96 and it’s pretty reliable... bad on gas in town... love it tho wouldn’t trade it for the world. Look at the weather stripping when buying one tho lol
@@poncicasas5948 c4 corvette is a great first car! One of my friends got one a few months back as a first car and its had no problems so far and he says it drives well
Is recommend a c5 if you want a corvette, most c6 parts are bolt ons and look better than a c4.
@@poncicasas5948 I think a corolla will suit you.
I graduated from HS in 85. That brings back great memories. Nice ride.
Damn you're old af
Damn old man! You sure you’re not talking about a C3
Thank you for your forum Mr Scotty. I'm a Mustang guy, but this 'Vette is so right that it cannot be denied.
Warms my Yankee Heart seeing an Aussie driving an American Icon.
Sounds like a Limey
Love the fact that this Corvette has a manual transmission a true Corvette🇺🇸
A corvette is a corvette
Three peddle corvettes are truly beautifull to drive. It takes a few weeks of driving one then somthing happens, a true connection with the car you never have with a put it in gear and go automatic transmission car.
@Alexander Chohan Manual*
@@robertl.fallin7062 pedal*
@@robertl.fallin7062 beautiful*
Yeah the bonnet on that C4 is the best. I miss my 1989. The C4 really is the DIY hot rodders dream car, it has great performance potential, but more importantly, it is just plain fun to work on. That's most of the fun for us gearheads, anybody can buy a car and drive it hard, it's the tinkering that makes it a hobby.
Loud, rough, and raw. Pure muscle.
You sound like a homosexual weightlifter
@@Klocaine237 lol!
@@Klocaine237 *nods in approval
@@pooindaloo6049 like that vince McMahon meme with him freaking out.
Corvettes are a classic car loved globally.
NICE! And the engine swap looks like the factory did it, very clean and tastefully done, he is a Vette Guy 💪
Nothing like a powerful engine and a smooth stick. I remember my 280Z back in the day, lol.
What a nice engine upgrade for the old girl, c4's definitely have the look and raw edged sports car feel that the newer models lack.
Beautiful Vette, has the correct gearbox too!
Manual...YES , PLEASE.
That had some kind of auto overdrive box on the back, right? It's interesting because that new engine makes a lot of torque. Glad to see it holds up.
Yes the overdrive is like auto high and low for each gear. The box is strong up to 500HP being dougnash gears
I totally agree that Vettes are underated. This can be a good thing to keep them affordable for more people to enjoy.
vettes overall are not underrated. c4 vettes are.
Holy smokes. That Vette rocks. Beautiful. And excellent presentation.
So he goes from a stock 230hp to a 480hp engine and he is happy... Damn right!
Mine was 260 something stock with something like 340 ft/lbs. It was still quick and would do 150 mph. The HP number on the 89 may have been a bit higher than previous versions.
Should have done a LS 5.7 swap now that would have set it really off.still nice tho
Agree the torque in my original L98 was still decent and fun to drive on street. Only downside was the torque and HP are choked at 4K rpm
Didn’t these started to rattle when they were a few years old? A nice looking car, of course.
I hope he upgraded the brakes. When you see car tuners that build 500-800hp engines and then keep the standard brakes...insane. I remember there was a tuned Mustang model like that that was build in series who sold them like that...one caliper brakes.
What a nice Corvette-so clean! The owner's pride of ownership shows in the condition and through his enthusiasm for the car! Great video, thanks for sharing!
Let's go for a spin!
I had a couple of these at various times. Brings back memories. I still love them, love the dash!
Still have my 85 I purchased in 1991...Put a cam rear gears and a stall converter...It's a blast to drive...I drive it hard and it never disappoints..Smile ear to ear 😁
@@bilbobaggins4710 u must be an
old mate ayo
Man that's a beautiful Corvette . That sound when he is accelerating ...music
The fourth gen corvette!😀
It's not music, it's medicine.
Damn I've never been a fan of Corvettes, because I thought they were overrated. But this black '85 with the upgraded engine and cool 80's digital dash, I officially love this car!
These vettes are so timeless. I love seeing them on the road. this one is just beautiful
C4 is my favorite
These analog Cars are so great! They have personality.
Nice!! I have a 84 corvette, it sat for 11 years , but couldn't get it started , I stole it for 700 dollars, and fixed it for nothing, I knew one day it would be historical, being first year back,, they really are a engineering marvel. And 140 mph is pretty cool too.
I have 89 C4 with the ZF6 gearbox! great car, at the moment im wrapping up a head gasket job. This guy did a great job on his 85!
That's a good looking car! Interior is so 80s! I love it!
I have been warming up to the C4 for quite some time. Your car is a beautiful example of a mid 80s Corvette. Thanks for the video.
They are fun bro...Owned mine since 1991
Corvette's have always been my favorite and this video helps me decide on which one I want.
Yeah man...Love this simple wedge shape....Had mine since 1991 and it's not going anywhere 😁
Classic car well taken care of .
I never was a big fan of the 85 Corvette because of the low horsepower numbers ...That is until I saw this one with a 383 in it!!! Great job and also the car itself is in great condition. Job well done sir👍👍
They have crazy torque even stock
Better than the 84...only 205.
You have to remember it is a Chevy 350. If you are not satisfied with stock horsepower It is one of the easy and cheapest motors to build and the "Mighty Mouse" can be built to insane degrees if you feel the need.
1990-91 were the best years in my opinion. The l98 had the "highest" number for a base model with 350 pounds of torque and 250 horse. Plenty for a casual drive with some extra kick. I got 19 inch 275 wide tires on my 1990 and makes it little quicker off the line, a lot less spin than normal. Great cars for an introduction to a sports car its very forgiving and quite easy to drive. And once youre ready to move up you could easily just upgrade the engine and have an even better car than before. Ive seen videos of built c4s absolutely dusting newer cars. Its a shame people over look these cars/engines there could be real monsters out there
Not to mention you get the old exterior with the new interior, the "boxy" look is just too good.
Man, it's something about a retro sports car. The new ones are fast and cool and all, but I'd love an old school Corvette like this!
Wherever I see this car, I immediately remember the first Need for Speed Game!
well thats a blast from the past
The best 3do Panasonic
haha, i still have that. loved how the cops pulled you over and handed you a ticket. the next edition raced through my home town, almost perfectly correct street grid.
Yep I know what you mean!
My dad had an 85' Vette! Great car!
Beautiful car! America's sports car. All Vettes are timeless.
As a Corvette lover, I would include the Mustang.
I love all American sports cars, mustang's, vettes, Camaros, challengers. They are all awesome
one of my favorite Vette designs, great combo with the black/ red
We visited the corvette museum a couple years ago in Bowling Green Ky. I have a new appreciation for these beautiful cars and how they’re built. I want one, and so does my husband. He has already had a new Celica, so since he’s 50, he wants a new corvette.
C5 Corvette guy here,2003 50th anniversary.
I learned to drive stick on a 1968 Corvette. :)
Hell yeah brother
...which means you can drive ANY manual. Props to you. I learned stick on a 1975 Ford Mustang II. Yes, I know.... when I tried out the performance model Pontiac Solstice about 10 years ago, I couldn't stop spinning out from a stop. My '05 Wrangler 4.0 is a stick, however, and I do double clutch and heel-toe on that and, when I had it, did so on my '95 Celica GT.
Beautiful ride man!
80’s C4s are my favorite Corvette body style!
@Mykel Hardin What do you drive a Toyota Prius?
@Mykel Hardin Ok cool, I'll PM you my plate #, full name and address, and the last four of my social. Just hang on.
Wow! that corvette is superb condition, very nice.
Those corvettes cost a lot of money in Australia. This is an amazing build. Thanks for the inspiration.
Absolutely beautiful Corvette C4! Congratulations, and thank you so much for sharing. Plus MANUAL TRANSMISSION, Hallelujah!
Not my favorite generation, but she's in great shape....enjoy it mate !
I've owned a 68 (427 tripower convertible hardtop), a 1990, and my current 84. Not just a car.
Nice 'vette, to the owner!! Thank-you, Mr. Kilmer, for sharing!!
I love Corvettes and I have to agree that it (C4) is one of the best looking of the family.
I've heard numerous people say they didn't love the C4 body style, but when I grew up, it was THE definitive sports car. So it holds a special place in my mind.
I still don't like the C4. It's an ugly wedge. I love the C3!
You misspelled worst
@@frontxxrunner I remember seeing it on cruisin USA on Nintendo 64 as a kid and wanting a red one
My first Corvette was a black 1987. I loved that car and I bought it 1992 when I was 21 Years old. Had it for 10 Years - The Best time of my life
I love the c4 especially the erlier years with the round tail lights. But I love all corvettes in general. I've driven a 06 z06 600+whp it's literally breath taking the power the ls7 makes
Guy is rockin' a sweet classic!
Gorgeous. Corvettes are magnificent beasts.
Recently bought a low-mileage admiral blue '94 convertible. Great reliablity. Comfortable too. Nice V-8 burble from the LT1. C4s are way undervalued I think.
Best looking Corvette, the C4. I am in love with this car. You are one lucky guy!
Beautiful car, glad to see it getting love in the land down under. Awesome all the way around.
Beautiful "85" love what you have done,it moves!
Never knew about the fenders attached to the hood, great paint and interior too-
I had this same vette but it was white. Red interior was my love.
I even had the after market wood dash kit... beautiful car....
Looks and sounds beautiful ...nice job on this vette...
Love the bonnet design all car should be like that
Great video, I really liked hearing the engine on the highway. Good audio quality!
I'm a huge fan on the 1985 and 1986 model's -Beautiful Corvette
As a 1995 C4 Corvette owner I think this car is in pristine condition very good quality good job
As time goes by I’m starting to like the c4 more and more. Nice ride this one is for sure!!
Dude that dash and the standard transmission, also you’re right that car was painted really well
Nice car Aussie! IMO he has the right idea- North American, V8, manual, rear wheel drive. Too boot a classic.
1990s generation know how beautiful C4 are, to me back in the 90s the C4 was like an alien sport car from another planet, not from this world, but from another world.
Yup that was exactly my first impression when i saw a C4 for the first time in 1992
An absolute beauty! I was salivating while watching this. That paintwork is stunning for her age. An absolute dream to own, especially in this day and age. Enjoy the ride. Cheers for sharing this with us Scotty🍻
Nice vet 👍 even better with the 383 🤣🤘 always like that body style 🏁
The best part about the video is the mans gratitude.
Love your pride & joy I was raving my C6 earlier truly timeless take care of it.
I love it. Timeless design. Stout engine. Beauty.
This 85 looks stunning. Usually the paint is really rough on the older C4s , they have been backed into things and the front ends have hit posts and stuff. I always have had a soft spot for the Old C4s, even though the ones we have, we don't drive anymore.
Im getting my 1985 corvette tomorrow!!!!!!! Im so excited. Beautiful car.
Old is Gold.
My brother is restoring a 78 Gold Edition Trans Am. Black on Black with all trim and rims in original condition.
Like those '91-93 wheels upgrade!
Beautiful Corvette and the change to the engine it should have! Stick shift is big plus! Good video!
The original engine was great at the time, but the upgrade made it just as competitive in straight line performance as today's Corvettes
I have my Corvette since 1995 and it's a lot of fun!!!
This guy loves his Corvette. Still not my favorite, but I appreciate them more after watching.
Your video editor needs to win some kind of award. I love watching your videos!
Probably one of the very best C4 I have seen. Great vid.
Beautifully cared for! I love that red interior with black paint! Sinister!
Great video. Beautiful upgrade on the engine!! I agree the C4 hood whether opened or closed is a beautiful design. One of the the most beautiful and impressive hoods ever made. The C4 look to me will never get old.
This is an AWESOME video. Great build. Super clean C4. Glad he's loving his car. Thanks for some C4 love.
Old Corvettes never die, they just fade away.
that's the best looking and sounding C4 ever
Love the step-in engine compartment! Rock on.
Love it! My favourite corvette body style. Can’t stand current design and those square lights design
I don't know why it's hated so much. It's my favorite too.
The corvette is sweet love the fact it's OEM 👍👌💪I got one word that describes it "beast"
Nice.
I'm happy to see someone that is as passionate about Corvettes as l am.
I'm hooked on the 82 collector, and NOTHING will ever change me.
Two! Count-Em! 2 Corvette Videos shown by Scott's winners! Hands down the best cars shown on here. Long Live the 'Vette!
That's an awesome C4. I used to have a C4 94 LT1 6 speed, it was a fun car.
Wow! She’s in great shape! I miss seeing these on the road.
Not my favorite year for Corvette but your working hard to change my mind.93 wheels,lowered,383 power nice paint.sweet.
I have a c5 and wish they kept that hood style. I love how u have full access to the engine. AWESOME CAR!
Beautiful Corvette! Thank you for sharing 👍😀
American muscle baby 💪💥💥💥
beautiful Vette
That is one sweet c4 vette! The sound and power of that 303 stroker is 🔥
The flip ( bonnet ) that you like so much was on a 1970 GT6 Plus Triumph. Yes all vehicles should have that feature!
And before that it was on the 1959-61 Austin Healey Sprite.