What an amazing piece of machinery that was never designed to go that fast. Pure sound and just freaking amazing. I know I'm years behind here but I can't get enough of this.
This is riveting, even for those of us who know so little about Bonneville world-records...perhaps even more riveting for those of us who know so little! Exceptional.
One of the most rock & roll videos ever. Love that sound & I love seeing old iron surviving its limits & emerging on the other side a record holder. That’s one pissed off straight 8
I was there,to me this was one outstanding package! I could not keep myself from going back for another look. This is a awesome machine that is a REAL example of what salt racing is all about. THEY NAILED IT!!!!!
My dad had a 1951 Buick special, I learned to drive a lot on that machine. They were big beasts of the road. They rode like your ax’s was sitting in butter. Still got 18+ mpg on the highway. But, my dad had Ford blood, so I never got to chase a girl around those big seats, and the Buick was gone in short order. But, what a car, I’ll never forget that car! Great video, thanks for sharing!
jagger -- get over yourself mate. if they wanted to break the sound barrier, or go ludicrous speed, they not only would've chosen a different powerplant, but a different chassis as well. it was never their intent to be the fastest on the planet. the point was to take an unlikely 50+ year old engine and push its limits to see what they could accomplish. fastest is not always the best. the ability to engineer something for a purpose other than what it was intended for is what makes the world go round. i applaud these innovators, and the gear heads from generations past setting speed records with what other people called "junk." the world needs more folks like this in it.
@O.P. Yates Yeah, I was being sarcastic about the general lack of aerodynamics among mid century American cars. But I learned a thing or 2 about aerodynamics from your post, and I assume that "ground effects" type add ons are designed to reduce some of those problems(on real race cars, not necessarily on low powered, everyday commuter cars owned by 17 year olds with too much parent-supplied discretionary income).
I think speed records done with 50 or 60 years old cars pushed to their very limit are some of the most interesting. The fact they could do it is a true testament to the build quality of these old engines.
I have me one of them out back,a 49 super with the twin carb strait 8..first year of the dynaglide 2speed automatic..all original 95% survivor..just needs restoration..can't wait..
That is an awesome looking machine, I love me some Buicks. My first car 1967 Buick Riviera 430 cid ,super turbo 400 trans ,342 r and p. First race smoked a Olds cutless 442 1969.
Very interesting; its automotive sculpture that captures an earlier streamliner aesthetic. I like the hand hammered and finished raw steel. It is surreal looking, I thought it was a model car at first. "Who would build that?" I thought, but learning about its developers artistry I am pleasantly surprised. I am the designer of the Tuskegee Airmen's "Faithful Pursuit" '69 Buick Electra. That is also anything but subtle. Well done!
As kids growing up my buddy's mom had a old Buick with a 455 big block. It said 425 rocket on the motor. We pegged it out at 136+ going to Santa Nella to get Taco's. Good times for hungry teenagers. For a bone stock mom car it was fast
That thing is badass man! The face of the car looks like the iron giant or some locomotive it’s got a very steampunk meets mad max look. Although sadly you’ve sacrificed some of the styling by getting rid of the dash and it’s obviously no longer street legal either but I would say it’s well worth it. After all who would have guessed that an old straight eight was capable of doing that?
I'd say getting an old straight 8 to do 165 is pretty good. Those are the kind of speeds Bonneville guys would do back in the fifties, so it's true to the spirit. Pretty radical looking car. I like the "stainless" look.
One sweet sounding straight 8 an love the out the bonnet twin carb set up for cold air always wanted an old rod like this except in Australia there rich ppl cars now so it's just a dream till I win the lotto lol
What an amazing piece of machinery that was never designed to go that fast. Pure sound and just freaking amazing. I know I'm years behind here but I can't get enough of this.
You could see him smiling in that helmet lol!!! Yessssss!!!
Now that's living! Welllll done sir 🙏 Such a beautiful machine.
This is riveting, even for those of us who know so little about Bonneville world-records...perhaps even more riveting for those of us who know so little! Exceptional.
,The last truly amateur racing. Done as our forefathers did it. Emphasis on home built cars from non exotic alloy material.
I have seen this car on the HAMB and now I'm even more impressed. That engine sound is awesome !!
One of the most rock & roll videos ever. Love that sound & I love seeing old iron surviving its limits & emerging on the other side a record holder. That’s one pissed off straight 8
Too much!!! Just hearing the roar of that old engine and watching the track out ahead from an inside view gave me severe goosebumps!
Love it. Reminds me of my '53 Super
World record for the fastest self propelled, steam-punk sculpture art !!!
That’s Diesel punk, dude
That car looks like it's straight from Flash Gordon. Crazy man. Great run with a great car.
I was there,to me this was one outstanding package! I could not keep myself from going back for another look. This is a awesome machine that is a REAL example of what salt racing is all about. THEY NAILED IT!!!!!
thanks for sharing that
Thomas Rhem That was the coolest salt flat car I have ever seen.
My dad had a 1951 Buick special, I learned to drive a lot on that machine. They were big beasts of the road. They rode like your ax’s was sitting in butter. Still got 18+ mpg on the highway. But, my dad had Ford blood, so I never got to chase a girl around those big seats, and the Buick was gone in short order. But, what a car, I’ll never forget that car! Great video, thanks for sharing!
Lovely looking vehicle. Radical and purposeful. Well done!
That car is a work of art. Beautiful.
Brings back memories of a road trip in a '52 Buick 2dr hardtop from Texas to California back in 1954. We were not going quite that fast, though.
Ur old as fuck
We did that in 52 in a 50 fastback, from Indiana to California and back, I was 7!
@@brucekirk5386 .. Now, now be nice .. .
Love to see this work of art on the street!
Looks awesome! Straight Eight! Such a different sound! Awesome job guys!
just impressive
this engine never dreamed of this kind of power
Call the Highway Patrol.
What a super cool looking beast!
Buicks have always been bad ass cars.
A Buick at Bonniville is one thing, but to set a class record, in a Buick ,with a Buick straight 8 is insane.
jagger -- get over yourself mate. if they wanted to break the sound barrier, or go ludicrous speed, they not only would've chosen a different powerplant, but a different chassis as well. it was never their intent to be the fastest on the planet. the point was to take an unlikely 50+ year old engine and push its limits to see what they could accomplish. fastest is not always the best. the ability to engineer something for a purpose other than what it was intended for is what makes the world go round. i applaud these innovators, and the gear heads from generations past setting speed records with what other people called "junk." the world needs more folks like this in it.
jagger cant help it he is a DICK
That the point...run something different built for a specific class. They succeeded big time.
The 1950s American cars are recognized as the most aerodynamic and wind resistant cars of all time! Their compact size helps a lot too.....
Exactly !
@O.P. Yates Yeah, I was being sarcastic about the general lack of aerodynamics among mid century American cars. But I learned a thing or 2 about aerodynamics from your post, and I assume that "ground effects" type add ons are designed to reduce some of those problems(on real race cars, not necessarily on low powered, everyday commuter cars owned by 17 year olds with too much parent-supplied discretionary income).
Amazing!
Such a beautiful machine.
One of my all time favourite CZcams videos.
The SOUND! IM FLOORED from 5 years ago ....what!
Nice job Mr. Brock and crew, well done maestro's!!!
I love the vintage looks of this masterpiece!
Straight eight? I'm impressed. (Love that sound!)
Beautiful... but I was expecting a Dynaflow tranny.
not really, not at all, they keep changing the rules
This is awesome what a build ..
Fantastic! I had seen beautiful photos of this car, but to hear the monster roar is just another level of amazing!
Jeff is nice guy, a incredible artist, and craftsman.
Yeah I know him too. He is a Good guy.
You know it's well built when it ain't all vibrating and shaking
That beast looks so mean. Love it.
I think speed records done with 50 or 60 years old cars pushed to their very limit are some of the most interesting. The fact they could do it is a true testament to the build quality of these old engines.
I have me one of them out back,a 49 super with the twin carb strait 8..first year of the dynaglide 2speed automatic..all original 95% survivor..just needs restoration..can't wait..
Sounds freaking amazing...lol....love to watch the hood flex from the air pressure too....fantastic job and upload....THANKS!!!!
Amazing car and driver/crew! Amazing sound and video. Wowwwwww.
Awsome ride sounds like getting on southfield freeway in the 80's & 90's
That was great I love those Buicks Jerry Mcdonogh
I like the look and front end with the bullet headlights. real cool.
I love the sound of a Buick straight 8. So cool.
Absolutely the best customized bus love it cheers KC Tasmania Australia
Gorgeous
Impressed by this car, the very first time I saw it! Awesome video!
This 52 Buick looks and sounds like Pure Evil... I love this Straight Eight engine too... Kudos !!!
That Car needs to be in ... " Death ☠️ Proof 2 " ... Bad Ass! 💥💥💥💥💥
Cool looking car.
Car seems to run very smooth. Nice.
Love the that Fireball sound. My brother's name is also Jeff Brock. Wish he was half this entertaining.
Congrats Jeff! Good job and great video! Love the editing.
mad max aproved
there was a car like this on wasteland weekend
WIITNEES ME
As the old adage goes, 'When better Buicks are built, Buick will build them'.
That is an awesome looking machine, I love me some Buicks. My first car 1967 Buick Riviera 430 cid ,super turbo 400 trans ,342 r and p.
First race smoked a Olds cutless 442 1969.
Remember the Buick "Wildcat"?
The one from new York I believe, that was awesome too!
Frickin' cool! And it's a banger!
Fantastic metal work
crazycool!...love the raw steel!
Sounds great! Good job!
Badass ride great job
Very interesting; its automotive sculpture that captures an earlier streamliner aesthetic. I like the hand hammered and finished raw steel. It is surreal looking, I thought it was a model car at first. "Who would build that?" I thought, but learning about its developers artistry I am pleasantly surprised. I am the designer of the Tuskegee Airmen's "Faithful Pursuit" '69 Buick Electra. That is also anything but subtle. Well done!
That Buick straight-8 makes some nice music. :)
Michael, Youve Done Some Beautiful Work !.....
Don Garlits seal of approval!
As kids growing up my buddy's mom had a old Buick with a 455 big block. It said 425 rocket on the motor. We pegged it out at 136+ going to Santa Nella to get Taco's. Good times for hungry teenagers. For a bone stock mom car it was fast
Awesome looking car n even better sounding. ..
Awesome job. Its nice to see a straight 8
Awesome Buick. That guy's crazy. Got here from Jay's garage.
That thing is badass man! The face of the car looks like the iron giant or some locomotive it’s got a very steampunk meets mad max look. Although sadly you’ve sacrificed some of the styling by getting rid of the dash and it’s obviously no longer street legal either but I would say it’s well worth it. After all who would have guessed that an old straight eight was capable of doing that?
That's one pretty Buick ! Tuff ! That front end treatment , zowie !!
"Tuff" - perfect 50s - 60s description
some times you just do it because you want to...and be different cause it makes no sense...Perfect! I LOVE it! Plus car looks so badass!
Oh, ho, ho, ho. Isn't this something special. So cool.
Built for comfort, capable of speed. Built right :)
Awesome job guys the coolest salt flat car on Earth.
LOVE THIS CAR!
For me, this is THE best looking car I’ve ever seen......easily.
Dean
Wales, UK
Spine-tingling stuff!
Valentines day heart 02/22 again until end of time
Big INTENSE Buick ride!
I just got it its old school motor daaaaa...... good job be safe
nice car
Que Maravilla he disfrutado esta historia !!
I'd say getting an old straight 8 to do 165 is pretty good. Those are the kind of speeds Bonneville guys would do back in the fifties, so it's true to the spirit. Pretty radical looking car. I like the "stainless" look.
320Ci, 165 mph, Great job!
Bad to the Bone Buick Mr. Brock!!!
One sweet sounding straight 8 an love the out the bonnet twin carb set up for cold air always wanted an old rod like this except in Australia there rich ppl cars now so it's just a dream till I win the lotto lol
Badass Machine!
Those straight 8 Buicks were way ahead of their time. Check out what appears to be an adaptation of the factory dual carb setup from 40 and 41.
FUN RIDE!
what a beauty
Very impressive for a straight 8 with two two barrels.
Fucking hell what a beauty
Jesus Christ. You blaspemer! You are waiting for hell!
Awesome!
This is powerfull beast!!!!
Steampunck at his best... what a beautiful car.
That is one sweet piece of work! Love it man!
My 47 Buick was a babbit pounding 258 odd cubes.Looked like a Chevy 6 with 2 more cylinders.
Gotta love a straight 8 !
Would have made my old man proud!!`
Speed sled haha! Such a sweet looking car.
Love that Buick Straight Eight Engine.....The Buick Century would do 100mph right out of the Box and that was in 1938.......
The Buick straight 8 in 1947 was the most powerful engine you could buy that year. It had more horsepower than the Cadillac.
Actually 1936 was the first year for Century, and they would do an honest 100 mph which was really something then.
You know the car means business when it doesn't need a spoiler to keep in on the ground. MAN!!!!
Nice car
I love how this thing looks like it's straight out of Mad Max