Agostino Onorato had always dreamed of owning a classic car, and after years of searching, he finally found the perfect one. It was a 1959 Chevrolet Impala, lovingly named “59 Times” for its year of production. Agostino knew he wanted to make this car his own, so he set out on a seven-year journey to customize it to his exact specifications.

Agostino, along with his nephews Frankie and Anthony, worked tirelessly alongside renowned custom car builder Manuel Rojas to create a true masterpiece. From the engine to the bodywork to the interior, every aspect of this car was given careful attention and craftsmanship.

The engine, a 383 cubic inch Chevrolet V8, was built by Dan Luce and features a plethora of high-performance components, including Pro-Top Line Aluminum heads, an Edelbrock intake manifold, and a Demon 650 cfm carburetor. The bodywork was expertly customized by Steve Deman, who shaved the door handles, emblems, and reverse lights, and added a stunning House of Kolor Kandy Cobalt Blue paint job with a Silver with Blue Murano Pearl roof and wings with multi-color candy patterns.

Inside, the car features Italian leather and suede upholstery by Henrys Custom Upholstery, a custom dash with Dakota Digital instrumentation, and an Alpine IDA-X100M stereo system with Alpine Flagship Series speakers. The car is also equipped with a roll cage and other safety equipment to ensure maximum protection for the driver and passengers.

Agostino’s wife and girlfriend didn’t play a direct role in the build, but they provided moral support and encouragement throughout the process. And while the car may have taken seven years to complete, Agostino knows it was worth every moment of hard work and dedication. He’s proud to own such a unique and beautiful car, and he’s grateful to all the people who helped him bring his dream to life.