Green Mamba Corvette Build Story

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Bob Bertelsen

Bob Bertelsen

Күн бұрын

Bob Bertelsen built Green Mamba a 1968 Corvette in 12 1/2 months in his garage. This video tells how the modification where done and the mechanics of the build.
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@johnbunkoski6671
@johnbunkoski6671 6 жыл бұрын
Finally someone who did what the title says ! Described a build ! Great car ! And gave credit to who is really important to him!
@fontking1a
@fontking1a 6 жыл бұрын
As an owner and lover of the C3 Corvette, having owned my 1969 427/435 since 1970, I must say you have built one of...if not the coolest....C3 Corvette of all time, Bob. I'm 71 now and having a bit of difficulty sometimes getting up and out of my car because of the Hooker sidepipes and a sore right hip, but until the day comes when I no longer cannot do it at all, I'll continue to own and drive my 540 hp fire breathing monster. We know Chevrolet lied way back then on the horsepower rating but now I know for sure exactly what the beast in my garage is rated at. In fact, every time I start my car....somewhere in the world a Prius dies!! With the machine you've so nicely built, it's nice now to have some company. Again, awesome job on the concept and completion of what is probably the coolest C3 of all time.
@badrs414
@badrs414 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Loved the Prius comment.
@spaceweasel
@spaceweasel 5 жыл бұрын
I had an L71 '69 convertible in my younger days. Was much fun! :)
@ronaldwarren5220
@ronaldwarren5220 5 жыл бұрын
Several years ago I was driving my LT4 red 96 convertible and came upon a Prius that had a sign in the back that said, "I get 60 mpg". Of course, he was driving 45 mph on a 55 mph city Interstate in Michigan. I downshifted and blew by him and let him hear my exhaust as it revved to the limit. He probably thought of me as a fool but it made my day!
@spaceweasel
@spaceweasel 5 жыл бұрын
I, also, owned one of these. Mine was a convertible. We lived in great times. Let's make America great, again.
@bradleylovej
@bradleylovej Жыл бұрын
Came her upset about chopping up a '68 Vette. Saw the craftsmanship of this build and thought, wow what a cool '68
@BlessedMe11
@BlessedMe11 4 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful Corvette and what a great, interesting, well made video! Green Mamba is a stunning looking machine. Thank you Bob, for sharing your awesome talents and skills.
@detroitspeed
@detroitspeed 6 жыл бұрын
Great video Bob! We look forward to seeing the Green Mamba tear it up!
@nojnoj3069
@nojnoj3069 6 жыл бұрын
She is stunning. You knocked it out the park. A totally awesome one off incredible machine. Well done.
@trillrifaxegrindor4411
@trillrifaxegrindor4411 6 жыл бұрын
this car is beautiful,your vision is crystal clear and perfect
@tangerinedream8987
@tangerinedream8987 6 жыл бұрын
Corvettes always look good no matter how much u modify 1 they'll come out the other side beautiful. Plus that green mamba looks amazing!!!!!
@badrs414
@badrs414 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@oneoffour63
@oneoffour63 Жыл бұрын
That is one hell of a Corvette!!!! Your hard work paid off big time!!
@JuanVargas-yq1rz
@JuanVargas-yq1rz 6 жыл бұрын
You have a gift sir, tremendous display of craftsmanship and engineering. On top of all that's it's bad ass.
@helikestoskate
@helikestoskate 4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic project. Thank you for sharing. Its amazing that you completed that in just over a year. As someone who is just wrapping up a 63 convertible restomod I appreciate you sharing the parts and systems you used, as well as your one off parts.
@Mr.Swapportunity
@Mr.Swapportunity 4 жыл бұрын
Giving credit where credit is due... Good for you sir. Love the car! You are very talented and truly blessed.
@dapz325
@dapz325 6 жыл бұрын
This car was built with lots of vision, passion, great companies and cash. I respect you for knowing what you wanted and making it a reality , its a true work of art. Its not exactly my dream build but its also not my car. Your dedication is much appreciated . Thumbs up to you.
@matthewcook8497
@matthewcook8497 11 ай бұрын
Beautiful car, the modifications blend perfectly! Well done!
@vazfx16
@vazfx16 6 жыл бұрын
This is beautiful...the fact that you created this yourself is super awesome!
@micksterboone4517
@micksterboone4517 6 жыл бұрын
Beautiful build in a short time. Nice work!
@BDKennels
@BDKennels 5 жыл бұрын
I am blown away. That is the best all around C3 I've ever seen. I've owned and loved them for years and yours is perfect. Well done.
@badrs414
@badrs414 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@deregerm
@deregerm 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome build. Great video. Thanks for posting.
@MikeStang2004
@MikeStang2004 4 жыл бұрын
Great build man! Wish I could see more videos of this beautiful beast! God bless brother.
@jimclarke1108
@jimclarke1108 6 жыл бұрын
Great choice of car and engine, your a clever guy with good judgement
@mexban
@mexban 6 жыл бұрын
Beautiful car, I love the headlights and the trunk feature
@garyvaughan7748
@garyvaughan7748 6 жыл бұрын
Love the build ! ...You have EVERY right to be proud .....You won't say this but to the harshest critics,but I surely will .."Do you have the skills and imagination come close to doing this level of work?!?"....If so many of US would love to see YOUR creation(s).....sounds like you could teach US all a lot .....Now about those headlight configurations ...WOW just WOW..!!!...I have a C3 ,myself and while I do not have vacuum problems yet ,(owned car since 2006,fixed them all,this time,... I think.....LOL),I want to do that so that I can get rid of ALL of the relays, hoses ,and delayed door openings .....Thanks for the view!
@kerrymarshall2071
@kerrymarshall2071 5 жыл бұрын
Perfect I love it and all your hard work makes it the best vette of that era I,ve seen to date
@CHUUMPASS
@CHUUMPASS 6 жыл бұрын
a real work of art. truly engineering and art perfectly blended. and the best part, it is all fully functional, while the car sure has a big show factor about it, it has at least as much go factor to go along with it. phenomenal build !
@BadLuckGarage
@BadLuckGarage 6 жыл бұрын
Absolutely gorgeous!! Sharing this video for sure!!
@jamalclark7379
@jamalclark7379 4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic car,you are an inspiration to us backyard enthusiasts that anything is possible,thank you
@BarbaricGuardian
@BarbaricGuardian 4 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful build
@miketee2444
@miketee2444 9 ай бұрын
You know its hooking up pretty good when you're Door Gaps close up on launch. Believe she'll need chassis work next but a damn nice ride.
@glennwiebe5128
@glennwiebe5128 6 жыл бұрын
Fabulous car! I've always loved the early Vette's. Also, thanks for giving credit to Whom it belongs. Blessings!
@trillrifaxegrindor4411
@trillrifaxegrindor4411 6 жыл бұрын
this isnt really an early vette,its a c3
@white-dragon4424
@white-dragon4424 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, looks like one of the early C3s, with what would normally be chrome bumpers, possibly a late 60s one rather than an early 70s?
@stephenberry156
@stephenberry156 4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic build buddy. My 74 is a sea of parts right now. I like your ideas.
@Joel.Invictus
@Joel.Invictus 4 жыл бұрын
Amazing build, brother! You are truly talented and blessed to say the least. I'd love to use some of those body style ideas on a custom build myself. Again, great work.
@harrykingiii134
@harrykingiii134 6 жыл бұрын
Amen Brother!!! Your Vette is amazing!!!
@willywilliams5272
@willywilliams5272 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome ! I want to get a 1968 C3 Corvette too, thanks for share your Talent !
@jeffmaney9320
@jeffmaney9320 6 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Liked the mods and your details of the build
@FoxMarketing
@FoxMarketing 6 жыл бұрын
Appreciate you using the BASF R-M Green Mamba paint and those great Cobra seats with Schroth racing harnesses!
@scottsmith966
@scottsmith966 4 жыл бұрын
What an awsom car, the best part is when I hear these guys thank God and give him the glory. Great vidio & great dude. I hope and pray that I have a nice car like this, keep grinding those gears buddy🙏🙏🙏
@alfredocalpito9439
@alfredocalpito9439 6 жыл бұрын
You did great job, I appreciate your talent and abilities...thanks for your detailed youtube video.
@deesel666ify
@deesel666ify 6 жыл бұрын
That's a proper restomod. Built with a purpose and functionality. Not just a trendy bucket of bolts trailer queen, with fancy paint like some that I see. Very nice car.
@Stinger430
@Stinger430 6 жыл бұрын
Your car is amazing. I love it!!! But that trunk! That trunk is pure brilliance.
@mavericknonconformist69721
@mavericknonconformist69721 4 жыл бұрын
I like the pull out electronics drawer in the dash, Neat!
@AgentOrange859
@AgentOrange859 6 жыл бұрын
Damn. He knew how he wanted to build it. And built it like that. Wicked.
@TychoAussie
@TychoAussie 6 жыл бұрын
Bob, I have just been blown away. Not only by Green Mamba, but by the incredible detail and energy you were able to put into this video! Hoooo-leeee smokes. I want to be like you. Only, I can't! Just.....incredible! I *have* to see this car in person.
@badrs414
@badrs414 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Hopefully next year Green Mamba will be at an event near you and you can see it in person.
@badrs414
@badrs414 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the compliment. Hope you can see the car at an event sometime.
@zahari_s_stoyanov
@zahari_s_stoyanov 4 жыл бұрын
7:38 Wow, I knew car bodies were flexible but that's the first time I actually see it on camera :D
@rayologyxm
@rayologyxm 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome build
@edmondsarvarian3749
@edmondsarvarian3749 6 жыл бұрын
awesome job. well done dude.
@TXBucksnort
@TXBucksnort 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome. Loved the story and giving God the credit! Wish we could a heard the engine.
@MrPutrifyingEagor
@MrPutrifyingEagor 6 жыл бұрын
Cars like this excite me! Cars like this are where its at, with Magnificent Homebuilt ingenuity & Craftsmanship. Bob, your car is amazing, thanks for sharing with us. Really enjoyed hearing about the build, definately looking forward tp seeing more of this! Ferraris & Lambos etc are boring, they do not excite me. You are a genius!
@thedrivewayC3
@thedrivewayC3 Жыл бұрын
Wow - You put about as much work into this video as you did into the build. Amazing job and I trust you are enjoying the crap out of it. As a viewer, it was a little frustrating to hear you talking about the engine without seeing it - could have used more of the interior too! Such a nice job all around. Thanks for sharing.
@badrs414
@badrs414 6 ай бұрын
I heard that a lot, so in the video of my next build we made sure to include engine noises. check out the last build kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sJiPqZqB2NC8pXU.html Thanks
@drewmartinez1120
@drewmartinez1120 6 жыл бұрын
I might get a 79 that id love to do some modern touches too thanks for giving me a few ideas
@jamescasello8100
@jamescasello8100 6 ай бұрын
One word comes to mind, AWESOME
@randyvanmeter799
@randyvanmeter799 6 жыл бұрын
Nice build. similar purpose and style to my build that was put in mothballs in 08...Hope to pull Hammerhead out and finnish...Thanks for the inspiration and placing glory where its due!
@joshuamiller1155
@joshuamiller1155 6 жыл бұрын
This is the best build I have ever seen.
@naitch1761
@naitch1761 5 жыл бұрын
wow amazing work brother beautiful
@charlesmares4143
@charlesmares4143 5 жыл бұрын
Holy smack!!! This is amazing!!!! How does this have so few views and likes?!?!? Excellent work!!!
@keithsclassicgarage1133
@keithsclassicgarage1133 4 жыл бұрын
Love the video. Amazing work!
@real101100
@real101100 6 жыл бұрын
Great job
@NR-vw2rd
@NR-vw2rd 5 ай бұрын
Amazing how talented you must be to create such a beautiful machine. THANKS FOR SHARING (as in Wayne’s world, “we’re not worthy”).
@Psychedelic-Playground
@Psychedelic-Playground Жыл бұрын
7:38 maybe install chassis braces under the car and on the sites. The flex of the frame is not good for racing. Otherwise insanely cool build!
@stanthology
@stanthology 6 жыл бұрын
Body design is really good. Great car.
@dancharron7098
@dancharron7098 6 жыл бұрын
Sick ride! you inspire my next build with this. I been a Corvette fan since I first saw a 1974 Vette with a lady charming a snake on its hood. then confirmed my love for the beast My neighbor built a 1974 with a 396, she was a Black beauty, I got a ride in it. and I was hooked. but then I owned a few Carbed cars and a few Fuel injected cars. and I lost interest in carbs. So my 86 TA has been put aside since 2007, time to bring that beast out and buy a 1974 Vette. use the TA to build up an Engine or 2 and then when all the parts are ready, build the body and chassis of the vette and paint it balk and blue.
@stevemd007
@stevemd007 6 жыл бұрын
so beautiful ,love this car
@badrs414
@badrs414 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@AlejandroGonzalez-hx6bu
@AlejandroGonzalez-hx6bu 4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful car!
@johnboyc8924
@johnboyc8924 6 жыл бұрын
Your a legend Bro a real living legend , my kinda build
@kalkaneldorado2401
@kalkaneldorado2401 5 жыл бұрын
Wow 😮 what great 👍 built !
@royvega0619
@royvega0619 6 жыл бұрын
Awsome, beautyfull and unique.
@VulcanGunner
@VulcanGunner 4 жыл бұрын
Sweet build
@shanephelan75
@shanephelan75 6 жыл бұрын
wicked car, I think that year is the best corvette body ever made.....just awesome car bud
@waynebooker498
@waynebooker498 3 жыл бұрын
I love the frame flex in the burnout at time 7:38. It seems you have some work to do in stiffening the chassis. Nice build, it looks great.
@TheFirstCause
@TheFirstCause 5 жыл бұрын
Goes into trance mid paragraph."Without god I am nothing" trance ends and paragraph continues.
@clubsport9334
@clubsport9334 4 жыл бұрын
Bizarre.
@MarMPB
@MarMPB 4 жыл бұрын
Wow! Fantastic build! That is Sema Show quality easily! If the car was mine, I would do a few modifications, but it’s a matter of personal taste. Good job, sir👍🏻👍🏻
@timbixbi9938
@timbixbi9938 4 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous ride!!!
@mattjubie
@mattjubie 3 жыл бұрын
most beautiful vette i've ever seen
@duramax78
@duramax78 4 жыл бұрын
If I had bags of money I’d almost do the Same, no flares though. Great job. Awesome car man.
@onearmbanditoabfontaine9347
@onearmbanditoabfontaine9347 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob, don't know if you'll see my note but I love the way you did the headlamp and I'll do the same about, sorry but thanks for the idea. God bless you!!
@badrs414
@badrs414 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them.
@TommyRibs
@TommyRibs 6 жыл бұрын
Well done, a great car.
@philortega6516
@philortega6516 6 жыл бұрын
Great video bob,i met you at sema on fri. Asking about the kind of carpet GREEN MAMBA has,thank you for the help. And for the guys saying one day when they win the lotto. You dont need to win the lotto,just work hard in whatever you do and,YOU CAN have a cars or truck like this,it just takes time. Phil
@retoyer
@retoyer 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome custom Vette
@LovelyGirlnaba
@LovelyGirlnaba 6 жыл бұрын
very nice video I like it
@djcosmosis4477
@djcosmosis4477 6 жыл бұрын
~ GREENMAMBA ~!!!~ YESAHHH , I Am , And Raised On ~ Mopar Muscle ~ .. All Muscle Vehicle's Are A Magnificent Muscle For Real .. Thank You For The Share And Detailed Info On The GREENMAMBA .. Makes Me Feel As If I Am A Part Of " Your Pit Crew " ( I Can Really Metaphorically , Feel As Being A Part Of , Been Around Many , Many Muscle Build's : Mopar - Chrysler , Dodge , Plymouth : Chevy , Ford , Foreign As Well ) : Thank You , And Look Forward To More In Future ..
@mycorvettelife
@mycorvettelife 6 жыл бұрын
Now that is one bad ass Vette!
@jesusdiaz6691
@jesusdiaz6691 6 жыл бұрын
Good job
@benallbaugh
@benallbaugh 4 жыл бұрын
You are my hero!
@mavericknonconformist69721
@mavericknonconformist69721 4 жыл бұрын
Good job!
@AttainingExcellence1
@AttainingExcellence1 6 жыл бұрын
Beautiful
@ebaymotorhomes
@ebaymotorhomes 6 жыл бұрын
Bad ass car. Good job.
@Ricovette
@Ricovette 4 жыл бұрын
Amen Brother! Thumbs up from me for this upload... Stay safe... Rico
@apelikemenace
@apelikemenace 4 жыл бұрын
I wanted something like this when I was in my 20's C3 autocross car.
@overbuiltautomotive1299
@overbuiltautomotive1299 4 жыл бұрын
lovely build man i use megasquirt ecu n their are android 2 din radios that are pretty goo now fer those that may wont the am fm radio still
@tylermarcotte4630
@tylermarcotte4630 6 жыл бұрын
Amazing design on the build and great quality, but I wanna heart the thing rip! All I needed was 5 seconds of sound and I would have been happy.
@christianaboody3839
@christianaboody3839 6 жыл бұрын
Well done
@docbrockyt
@docbrockyt 6 жыл бұрын
If I had the money, skill, talent and time, I would dream of owning a car like yours.
@thomashalley7258
@thomashalley7258 6 жыл бұрын
Super clean super mean. Now that's a all around car.
@ronaldwarren5220
@ronaldwarren5220 5 жыл бұрын
Nicely done. You are an artist! God has truly blessed you brother. Be safe.
@shannonshull6989
@shannonshull6989 5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful build! That took skill, vision...and alot of coin lol.
@josecastellanos4538
@josecastellanos4538 6 жыл бұрын
With time and money patience knowledge can do alot of art...
@PHAT50CHEVY
@PHAT50CHEVY 6 жыл бұрын
I love it good luck those headlights and front valance are vicious the whole car looks great i have a 1969 corvette convertible #s matching stick with air ive had this car in my life since i was 16 so id love to do some of those body mods but i cant cut it up i did the motor plenty i want to put a tko600 5speed but rite now Theres to many toys and im a C10 owner also a few from 1960 to1972 but i had to comment on your car good luck hope u do well great video
@gooney0
@gooney0 6 жыл бұрын
Amazing!
@watever6742
@watever6742 6 жыл бұрын
Nice built, like what's you did with the front. Look cool if you can drop inch more👌
@fuse911
@fuse911 Ай бұрын
May God bless you more
@DavidANeely
@DavidANeely 6 жыл бұрын
Great car
@carm44035
@carm44035 5 жыл бұрын
I love the car. I wish there were some pics or video of the engine.
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