1964 Ford Falcon Sprint Convertible in Blue & 260 Engine Sound on My Car Story with Lou Costabile

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1964 Ford Falcon Sprint Convertible in Blue & 260 Engine Sound on My Car Story with Lou Costabile

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On "My Car Story" we're at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa, CA on 3-15-19 at the Classic Auto Show.
We're looking at a 1964 Ford Falcon Sprint Convertible in Blue Paint. The car is equipped with a 260 CI V8 engine.
The car's being shared by the Restorer Darin Smith. He’s shares he had purchased this car and restored it, however when one of his customers saw it, she wanted it. The car has less than 24000 original miles on it.
If you’re interested in having your car restored by Darin Smith, you can find the company website at www.dwsclassics.com
If you’re interested in attending the Classic Auto Show, here is the link to see the dates and show schedule www.theclassic...
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@rudolphguarnacci197 5 жыл бұрын

I agree with Lou, the old cars look great restored to their original look as the designers intended. I can't stand when modifiers lower any vehicle. What an incredible find. Such rich, deep colors.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Rudolph Guarnacci, Glad to read you enjoy this back to original build :-) Lou

@skylark2077 5 жыл бұрын

The color combination is killer 🎨

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Agreed :-)

@MyHumanWreckage 3 ай бұрын

One of the nicest Falcon restorations I’ve ever seen.

@loucostabile 3 ай бұрын

High praise.

@steveferguson6809 8 ай бұрын

I had a 65 2 door coupe in that exact color but wasn't the Sprint model and only had a 200 straight 6 It was my first car in 1980 My dad and I did the body work together Brings back fond memories indeed Thanks for sharing

@loucostabile 8 ай бұрын

Hi Steve, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your 1st car you and your Dad worked on :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZfaq Channel, Lou

@williamcolella4794 5 жыл бұрын

A V-8 motor was very unusual for a Falcon! Nice! Thanks Lou!

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi William Colella, Glad you enjoy the details :-) You're welcome, Lou

@guitarhole 5 жыл бұрын

At the heart of every Mustang lie's a Falcon . Sweet old car . Thank's for posting .

@keptinkaos6384 5 жыл бұрын

funny thing is the 67/71 Australian falcon used the Mustang chassis and the 1st one the 67XR had the 289 V8

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Bud Lee :-)

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge fox 6, Lou

@ChristopherHayniedd980 5 жыл бұрын

Lou look at the engine it literally isn’t moving at all. Wow that’s what I call smooth.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

You're right Christopher :-)

@martentrudeau6948 5 жыл бұрын

Lou, Mr. Smith was fantastic, I like his way of thinking, he is a bit of a purest regarding his restoration work. As you said, it's a cute little ford with a fantastic sounding V8. It's a delightful car!

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Marten Trudeau, So nice when brought all the way back to original :-) Sounds good too is a real bonus, Lou

@mogarcia9755 5 жыл бұрын

My uncle had a black 66 Falcon when he left for Vietnam, remember as kid seeing it parked under the carport next door at my grandmother's everyday waiting for him...

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Mo Garcia, Did you're Uncle make it back to his Falcon? Lou

@mogarcia9755 5 жыл бұрын

@@loucostabile Yes Lou made it back, but with the money he saved bot a 69 Pony, Grandmother drove the Falcon till the wheels fell off Haha, as they say. Wish I had that Falcon now.. Thanks Lou

@chuckster3629 5 жыл бұрын

That is a gorgeous Ford Falcon. The paint is incredible and in perfect condition. Gotta love the color.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Chuck Ster, Happy to read the details you enjoy about this car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

@TigerRogers0660 5 жыл бұрын

Lou my friend, you've outdone yourself this time! This is the best '64 Falcon sprint i've ever seen! Outstanding. Thanks for showing. Cheers Tiger.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Tiger Rogers, High praise for this car :-) Thank you for the kind words, as it's much appreciate, Lou

@chargermaster586 5 жыл бұрын

This is what became the Ford Mustang thks for sharing always liked seeing Falcons.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi charger master, Glad to read you like seeing Falcons :-) You're welcome, Lou

@jonlennon3348 5 жыл бұрын

Lou you hit it out of the park. I love those Falcons which spawned the Mustang.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi jon lennon, Winner :-)

@DavidSmith-ht1ye 2 жыл бұрын

Lou Awesome JOB!!!!! Awesome car too!!! Thanks for bring us this video I really enjoyed it!!!!

@loucostabile 2 жыл бұрын

High praise David :-) You're welcome. I appreciate the encouraging words, Lou

@oldtown6240 5 жыл бұрын

You certainly have the skill in selecting cars for the videos. But funny how perception changes over time. Long ago a Falcon would not have any interest, but this one is really fine automobile.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Old Town, I'm glad you're enjoying the choices on the Channel :-) You're right, what was common back then, seems cool now, Lou

@opera93 5 жыл бұрын

Old Town correct: I actually ignored these Falcons/ Mercury: we had a number of 1963.5 Galaxie 427( also have Memory of a Ford station Wagon (1962?) 427, 409 Chevy, a few Injected Pontiac & OLDS 57-58, Pontiac 421 DRAG PAK, A few Hemi Police Cars; though Falcons, Darts etc really nice NOW!!

@AtlantaGymFan 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful car - I didn't know any families that had this car, so this looks great!

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Brock White, Glad to read you enjoying learning about this car :-) Lou

@opera93 5 жыл бұрын

Lou, Thanks : Good showing. Interestingly, my HIGH School classmate’s parents had a “loaded “64 Mercury COMET (?Memory) two Door , Blue, Hard Top, etc... It was very nice, with V-8,.......Only In it couple times,: though he used it for Proms In 64 & 65?.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Sounds like good memories of the Comet :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing.

@carmangeek8882 5 жыл бұрын

I was a teenager in the 60s and seeing these cars from that era brings back many good memories.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Happy to read you are enjoying the Channel :-)

@huntsman5226 5 жыл бұрын

They did a amazing job on restoring that car that is a dream car thanks for sharing

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Huntsman52, Glad to read you appreciate the work that went into this car :-) Lou

@audieconrad8995 5 жыл бұрын

Lou, this car is just sweet. Can u imagine what it must've been like to walk into a showroom in late '63 and see that?! That 260 gave it just enough ooomph... great little motor that morphed into the mighty 289. Nice find Lou.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Audie Conrad, Glad to read you enjoy this "sweet" car :-) When I saw this car at the show, that's exactly what I thought was it was like going back to the showroom in late 63. Very fun car to share, and glad to read you appreciate this car too, Lou

@clyde7059 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful car! That may not be the biggest, most powerful engine, but it sounds pretty good. Thanks, again, Lou. :)

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi clyde7059, Glad to read you enjoy the looks and sounds of this car :-) Lou

@sergeantmasson3669 Жыл бұрын

Lou, I had a black/black '64 Falcon Sports Coupe TASCA Ford "K" code 289 car that was built in-house by Bob Tasca Sr and his two sons, Bob Jr and Carl. I regret ever selling that car. BTW, I semi-know this young man because I talked with him quite awhile back.

@loucostabile Жыл бұрын

Sergeant Masson, COOL CAR :-) Thanks for sharing. Lou

@user-hf8yl1wy8g 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful!

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy the looks of this one :-)

@bigcharliesmodelgarage296 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful car Lou.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Big Charlie's Model Garage, Glad to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Lou

@fredanddebramacdonald2445 5 жыл бұрын

These cars were rare even when new. And in here Wisconsin, these things rusted out in about three years. I can’t remember the last time I saw one. As can be seen, the restoration work done is as good as it gets. Another great car story, Lou. Thanks

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Fred and Debra MacDonald, Glad to read you appreciate the work and uniqueness of see one like this today :-) You're welcome, Lou

@choward5430 5 жыл бұрын

I've loved these cars from new.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi C Howard, Glad to read this is one you "love" :-) Lou

@8733598 5 жыл бұрын

That's a REALLY nice Falcon, WOW in Blue ....... Supreme Classic !

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Super Case, High praise :-) Lou

@TheGunfighter45acp 5 жыл бұрын

It looks fantastic, Lou! It is tastefully & respectfully restored. Perfect for staring at or cruising in out there in sunny California.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi TheGunfighter45acp, Glad to read you enjoy the looks and work that went in to making this car look like this :-) Lou

@tippey2011 5 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful Falcon Lou! I remember these cars the 1965 looked the same except for grille change a tad and tail lights a tad. I love this color and the car sounded just awesome! Just a magnificent car restore! Just a awesome ride Lou I love it!! Thanks for sharing Lou!

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve Flad, Happy to read you appreciate this car and the work that went into completing it :-) You're welcome, Lou

@davidcruz8227 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lou for showing us this beautiful falcon.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

My pleasure David Cruz :-) Glad you're along for the ride, Lou

@rusty3831 5 жыл бұрын

You are absolutely correct; restoring cars to their original state as the designers & manufacturers had intended. To me, that’s always the best restore. I’m ok with people who like to restore to upgrade this & that because at least a vintage car is saved, and I truly appreciate those. But I still love, love pure original cars as they were designed. What a great and simple convertible!! Suits me to a ‘T’!!

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Rusty, Glad to read this one "suits you to a T" :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing your thoughts, Lou

@MC-xe6cl 3 жыл бұрын

I'm restoring a 260 v8 I wish I knew what mufflers he used on that. Perfect sound I want. Great car man.

@loucostabile 3 жыл бұрын

Hi MC 24, I'm not sure which mufflers are used, however I hope a Ford Expert Viewer can help. Hope you're car comes out the way you hope, Lou

@NewtonWashinton 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful car, V8 , I agree with you Lou i like them in original condition.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Glad to read Newton you enjoy this car :-)

@acts2211 5 жыл бұрын

I almost think the paint on a car is better than Factory original absolutely stunning

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi acts2211, I can see why you'd say that. Agreed. The car looks great, Lou

@4.9copblank49 5 жыл бұрын

Great car. Thanks Lou.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

My pleasure 4.9cop blank :-) Glad you're along for the ride.

@PTinsman22 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful, but in the Sprint package I would rather see a manual transmission with a floor shifter.

@rightlanehog3151 5 жыл бұрын

You took the words .......

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul Tinsman, Glad to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Understand a floor shift would be nice, however a fun drive with the top down would be ok with me too, Lou

@2098elk 5 жыл бұрын

Sweet sounding small block V8!

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi 209Belk, Glad to read you enjoy the sound of this car :-) Lou

@dave1956 2 жыл бұрын

I never liked the ‘60-‘63 Falcons, but the ‘64 was my favorite.

@loucostabile 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dave, Happy to read this year is your favorite Falcon :-) Lou

@petemedina8446 5 жыл бұрын

That's a beautiful car love the color great looking interior too and sounds good nice restoration. I worked for Parnelli Jones tire & auto service company for 8 yrs here in Albuquerque NM.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Pete Medina, Glad to read you enjoy the details and looks of this car :-) Lou

@josephromano6825 5 жыл бұрын

Great looking car! Beautiful color,healthy motor. Nice restoration Lou!

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Joseph Romano, Glad to read you enjoy the looks and appreciate the work that went into restoring this car :-) Lou

@rightlanehog3151 5 жыл бұрын

This Falcon soars. There, I said it.

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Well said :-)

@pontiacgrandprix733 5 жыл бұрын

What a nice car, colors are awesome, great restoration, but like the gentleman said, it was a nice car already, wish I lived in California, I'd trust this guy with my car, he doesn't look shady, Lou you did good again, thanks for the great video

@loucostabile 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Pontiac GrandPrix73, Happy to read you enjoy this car & episode :-) You're welcome, Lou

@scottbrady7499 5 жыл бұрын

michael nesmith placed this vehicle prominently in a little feature called "repo man," starring a very young emelio estevez and harry dean stanton. the burgundy edition was no 260 sprint, though

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Scott Brady, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge, Lou

@20alphabet 5 жыл бұрын

Another cool find!

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy this 20alphabet :-)

@garbage854 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice 😀

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Glad you read you enjoy this car :-)

@larryborkstrom3580 5 жыл бұрын

love it

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Winner :-)

@elektro135 5 жыл бұрын

Unique car! The color is nice :)

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi elektro135, Glad to read you enjoy the uniqueness and color of this car :-) Lou

@ragimundvonwallat8961 5 жыл бұрын

im a ford guy, those 260 are quite rare now, people discarded them because they were the discount v8 and only lasted a few years...and in an true sprint car AND convertible. open your viewing holes wide on that one boys, you wont see that often

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Ragimund VonWallat, Thank you for sharing your knowledge of how unique it is to see this Falcon :-) Lou

@ragimundvonwallat8961 5 жыл бұрын

@@loucostabile no thank YOU for showing it!

@bdogjr7779 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome Lou《☆》She sounds pretty stout for a 260 CI V8 :*: in Jaguar Teal 🤠☻🤠

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi BDOG JR, Glad to read you enjoy the sounds from this car :-) Lou

@jeffreykraus4124 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Lou, just cross here. Just a suggestion not a criticism when you go from up close shots and then far shots your voice your voice and sound levels drop dramatically. I don't know if there's a fix but just FYI

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Jeffrey Krause, I'll keep that in mind. Sometimes when I'm outside the wind can really change the audio, however this video was inside so maybe I was too excited or last my balance and didn't want anyone to know :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing a helpful tip, Lou

@ragimundvonwallat8961 5 жыл бұрын

just decoded the vin the car is extremely legit, the color is also the proper f code ''guardsman blue'' here is the decoded vin: Year: 1964Body Style: Sprint Convertible: Tudor (8-cyl-Bench or Bucket) Engine: 260 V8 (164 hp) Build Plant: Lorain, OH Unit Number: 70904

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Nice :-)

@jeffreykraus4124 5 жыл бұрын

Lu it was not criticism just weren't sure if you were aware. PS love your videos

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

We're good. Glad you're along for the ride Jeff :-)

@robertphelps573 5 жыл бұрын

I would have bet money the '64 Falcon (And many other '64 Fords) came with a 289 cubic inch V-8 The 260 V-8 came out between the 221 and the 289 The 289's were very stout engines and could be had with 271 or 306 horsepower in the high performance models

@loucostabile 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for viewing and sharing your thoughts.

@jakekaywell5972 5 жыл бұрын

Well, given my FoMoCo family association and all, I do love this little car. It was a genuinely good car that was not nearly as overbearing as the full-size sedans available. However, I wonder how well this would stack up to the same-year Studebaker Daytona convertible?

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Jake Kaywell, Glad to read you enjoy this car :-) Not sure how the Ford vs Studebaker match would go down, however if both cars are in this condition we'd have two Winners, Lou

@itsasickworld7744 Жыл бұрын

Ralph Wright (BFI) blue with a Harold Blankenship blue interior. 😅

@loucostabile Жыл бұрын

HI It's a Sick World, Thanks for viewing and sharing, Lou

@itsasickworld7744 Жыл бұрын

@@loucostabile as a young man, I owned a 64 falcon white with a white top red interior, power steering, air conditioning, seat belts, center console, backup lights, 170 inline 6, 2 speed transmission

@whooziss 3 жыл бұрын

What is that lever gizmo to the left of the steering column? Some kind of anti-theft device?

@loucostabile 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Bill, Seems to be a device for a driver with an impairment, Lou

@whooziss 3 жыл бұрын

@@loucostabile Thanks.........

@georgeduquette8832 11 ай бұрын

No backup lights?

@loucostabile 11 ай бұрын

Hmmm, I guess not.

@zj4720 5 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍👍👍!

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

:-) :-) :-) :-) :-)

@jeffreykraus4124 5 жыл бұрын

That was supposed to be Jeff Kraus

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Got it Jeff Kraus

@chuckster3629 5 жыл бұрын

Hey, what color top does it have?

@loucostabile 5 жыл бұрын

Hmmm, not sure.

@jameshotz1350 4 жыл бұрын

How much do you want for it?

@loucostabile 4 жыл бұрын

Hi James, Not aware of this one being for sale. Lou

@robertlandry5676 4 жыл бұрын

🤔No dash Tachometer

@loucostabile 4 жыл бұрын

Hope you're behind the wheel of one soon :-)

@robertoliver7831 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah you did one beautiful job let me say it and if that's going to work could do I would love for you to send me a business card or something phone number so I can contact you and also if you find a Sprint let me know please and also I'm looking for a 67 Super Sport and if you find any like that let me know I will like to continue to talk to you about me stopping them thank you

@loucostabile 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Robert, Here are the cars I'm familiar with that are for sale, Lou www.mycarstorywithlou.com/cars-for-sale/