opinions on 67 coupe
10-23-2014, 08:05 PM
#1
Instructor
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opinions on 67 coupe
I recently purchased a 67 coupe 327 auto ac. a lot of original paint but pretty much falling off the car. the interior is original except the carpets. under the hood is original but at some point someone rattle canned the engine compartment and engine. Because of the engine compartment and carpets it's really not a survivor but is really pretty neat as is. question is do I tidy it up a bit and leave it or jump into frame on resto. I know what's involved going the resto route dollar wise, just dont know which way I want to go. any input appreciated
10-23-2014, 08:12 PM
#2
Burning Brakes
In the end, what do you want the car to be for you? Weekend cruiser? Car show worthy? Go for a long trip / vacation in? Drive every sunny day possible?
Seems like you have something in mind already if you are thinking about it. And how about some quick pictures to show us.
Seems like you have something in mind already if you are thinking about it. And how about some quick pictures to show us.
10-23-2014, 09:42 PM
#4
To Resto or not Resto
Went to the NCRS Regional in Frisco, TX today. There were some beautifully restored Corvette there, I mean super nice. In the parking lot there was a trailer for everyone of those cars. Bottom line is, if it exceptional you are probably not going to be driving it that much. Make up your mind before you start restoring.
Restore to show or restore to driver quality???
Restore to show or restore to driver quality???
10-23-2014, 10:10 PM
#5
Melting Slicks
I recently purchased a 67 coupe 327 auto ac. a lot of original paint but pretty much falling off the car. the interior is original except the carpets. under the hood is original but at some point someone rattle canned the engine compartment and engine. Because of the engine compartment and carpets it's really not a survivor but is really pretty neat as is. question is do I tidy it up a bit and leave it or jump into frame on resto. I know what's involved going the resto route dollar wise, just dont know which way I want to go. any input appreciated
10-24-2014, 06:52 PM
#6
Le Mans Master
Went to the NCRS Regional in Frisco, TX today. There were some beautifully restored Corvette there, I mean super nice. In the parking lot there was a trailer for everyone of those cars. Bottom line is, if it exceptional you are probably not going to be driving it that much. Make up your mind before you start restoring.
Restore to show or restore to driver quality???
Restore to show or restore to driver quality???
10-24-2014, 09:53 PM
#7
Race Director
Not every one...mine was driven as were a number of the Texas cars. But, to your point, the OP needs to decide exactly why he bought this particular car and what he wants for an end result. If he wanted a driver it sounds like that's what he has...if he wants a show car it sounds like he's going to spend some money...and, if he wants a piece of garage candy (never quite got that one) he's going to spend a ton of money. And, yes, some pics would be nice.
10-25-2014, 05:47 AM
#8
Safety Car
Yea! Post Pics!
I went to a car show last weekend and there was a Caddy there that the outside paint was its "barn find" condition. Inside, and in the engine bay, it was immaculately restored.
It kind of looked neat.
Your car though... is all... about.... you.
What do you want to do with it? I see by your info, you are in CT. Which means your roads will be salted soon and the Corvette Offseason is getting underway. Since the car is new to you, take the time to go through it, replace what needs to be replaced... do the glaring things that bug you first (after its made safe).
Then use the winter to think about your direction.
Beautifully Restored Cars are eye catching and draw crowds... no doubt.
Survivor Cars are eye catching... and draw crowds.
Well worn Vintage Corvettes that need everything, are eye catching, and draw crowds....
See a trend here?
I went to a car show last weekend and there was a Caddy there that the outside paint was its "barn find" condition. Inside, and in the engine bay, it was immaculately restored.
It kind of looked neat.
Your car though... is all... about.... you.
What do you want to do with it? I see by your info, you are in CT. Which means your roads will be salted soon and the Corvette Offseason is getting underway. Since the car is new to you, take the time to go through it, replace what needs to be replaced... do the glaring things that bug you first (after its made safe).
Then use the winter to think about your direction.
Beautifully Restored Cars are eye catching and draw crowds... no doubt.
Survivor Cars are eye catching... and draw crowds.
Well worn Vintage Corvettes that need everything, are eye catching, and draw crowds....
See a trend here?
10-25-2014, 06:43 AM
#9
Instructor
Thread Starter
Yea! Post Pics!
I went to a car show last weekend and there was a Caddy there that the outside paint was its "barn find" condition. Inside, and in the engine bay, it was immaculately restored.
It kind of looked neat.
Your car though... is all... about.... you.
What do you want to do with it? I see by your info, you are in CT. Which means your roads will be salted soon and the Corvette Offseason is getting underway. Since the car is new to you, take the time to go through it, replace what needs to be replaced... do the glaring things that bug you first (after its made safe).
Then use the winter to think about your direction.
Beautifully Restored Cars are eye catching and draw crowds... no doubt.
Survivor Cars are eye catching... and draw crowds.
Well worn Vintage Corvettes that need everything, are eye catching, and draw crowds....
See a trend here?
I went to a car show last weekend and there was a Caddy there that the outside paint was its "barn find" condition. Inside, and in the engine bay, it was immaculately restored.
It kind of looked neat.
Your car though... is all... about.... you.
What do you want to do with it? I see by your info, you are in CT. Which means your roads will be salted soon and the Corvette Offseason is getting underway. Since the car is new to you, take the time to go through it, replace what needs to be replaced... do the glaring things that bug you first (after its made safe).
Then use the winter to think about your direction.
Beautifully Restored Cars are eye catching and draw crowds... no doubt.
Survivor Cars are eye catching... and draw crowds.
Well worn Vintage Corvettes that need everything, are eye catching, and draw crowds....
See a trend here?
plot the course. Will post pictures on Sunday from the toys for tots cruise
10-25-2014, 01:53 PM
#10
...Then use the winter to think about your direction.
Beautifully Restored Cars are eye catching and draw crowds... no doubt.
Survivor Cars are eye catching... and draw crowds.
Well worn Vintage Corvettes that need everything, are eye catching, and draw crowds....
See a trend here?
Act in Haste - Repent at Leisure
10-30-2014, 02:03 PM
#12
Burning Brakes
My advice: Fix everything on the car from a mechanical standpoint so its safe and roadworthy. Drive it. If you don't like what you look at restore that part. Drive it. Fix restore 1 part Drive it.
I planned to restore or fix one thing during each winter with my 67 vert goodwood green l79 white walls rallye rims. I just did paint, next winter is engine or next next winter. DRIVE IT.
I planned to restore or fix one thing during each winter with my 67 vert goodwood green l79 white walls rallye rims. I just did paint, next winter is engine or next next winter. DRIVE IT.
10-30-2014, 03:27 PM
#13
Instructor
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That is exactly what I decided. I am going to clean up the interior a bit and then attack the AC . Mechanically everything seems fine and I am enjoying it just as it sits
10-30-2014, 03:56 PM
#14
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10-31-2014, 02:18 AM
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10-31-2014, 07:55 AM
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Melting Slicks
10-31-2014, 08:04 AM
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