VetteRed1965

[QUOTE=emccomas;1576923802]

Maybe as high as $12K, because it has some sentimental value to you, assuming the frame, VIN plate, etc. check out OK.

$8 to $12

Qblue92

I say its worth $18K.

584me

I bought mine for $ 10,000 . No motor, needed body work (Cracks in fiberglas). paint and Chrome needed re-done. Top replaced, etc, etc. Got close to $75,000 total into it. It's worth it to me. Will it be worth it to you ????

firstgear

I have to agree.....the turds that sold on Ebay were missing a lot of stuff....no windshields, no door posts, no bumpers, no trim on the deck lid behind the seats, no soft top frame.....and it has the tusks on the trunk....the difference of what is there and isnt there this car could go on Ebay and get $20k assuming that the frame underneath isnt a disaster. But given that the bumpers arent showing lots of rust this would go much closer to $20k than $10k.....IMHO......

UberLegend

[QUOTE=VetteRed1965;1576924148]Worthy project. You have the skills. Good story.

10K-12k

Stewart Allison

No way 20k that's toooo high for this car. 10k tops C1 parts are worth a bloody fortune. If you spend 40k on it you will only end up with a driver. If your trying to keep it from the Corvette grave it already has one foot in it ! It's missing a lot of stuff. The parts that are left on the car need chucking or restoring anyway. If you ask me your going to get half way into it and it will sit for another 32 years ! Sorry for the negative feedback but when was the last time you did a restoration of a car. Stewy

STHUD55

Once again I really appreciate all your help to me the rookie forum guy. Your info was very helpful and I will be calling her tomorrow to try to close this deal. I am sure it will be lots of work, but am willing to do what it takes to get it done. I wish I would of talked to all you about another barn find I found in Indiana at my family reunion. I have tried for 7 years to get the owner of a 1967 convertible 327/350hp all original numbers matching project car that has been sitting outside for 15 years. I met with him last July when I was back in Indiana for my Mom's birthday and again offered him cash with no luck. It just sits there in a field rotting away. Sad that these people will not sell these priceless cars to someone who will restore them. I have pics of this car as well. I gave up on the 67 after I was shut down in July and refocused on the 58. With great happiness I got the 58 owner to agree to sell. I know it sounds like I am B.S.ing you but these are true stories. I will let you guys know what happens. THANKS AGAIN EVERYONE! [QUOTE=UberLegend;1576925905]

STHUD55

I restored a 71 Challenger for my brother about 3 years ago. I have a complete shop behind my house with car lift, welding equipment and I do minor paint work. The only thing I will not be able to do is the paint job, but have lots of friends in the body business to help me out. Wish me luck and I am sure I will have some negative thoughts during this project as well. lol...

Stewart Allison

Hell I'm glad you know what your getting yourself into then. I thought you might not have delved into the fun of restoring cars. I wish you well it's a big project and not a cheap one. Stewy

rene-paul

Sthud55;

I will quote Robert Heinlein: " Always listen to experts, they will tell you what can't be done and why; then go do it. "

Brgds;
Rene

62corvette

I've owned about 50 C-1s over the past 37 years--not bragging, just setting a context for what I want to mention:
1) I see $20k+ in parts when you include the extra parts you mention. I'm not advocating you part the car out, but what value is there?--parts-wise, you can't get hurt.

2) Even if you are building it for the love of it, it's still wise to keep an eye on your finances. You can be buried in the car, but you don't have to be. Know right away, before you start, what you want to do with the car. A frame-off super nice show and shine car? An NCRS car? A car that to the average individual looks correct, but has newer components (i.e. a 350 dressed in 283 trim, etc.). If an NCRS car, a refurbed voltage regulator, for instance, is $200. A new one from a parts house is $20, plus a Delco cover from the junkyard with new paint that replaces the other cover and makes it look correct except for date code and part number, and you're in it for $25. The difference between 2x4 clones vs. 2x4 originals is ca. $1500, etc.

3) That car might look like heck with the wrong seat covers, but it costs the same to replace wrong seat covers as it does to replace correct ones with one small tear in them. A dash pad costs the same to replace if it's missing or if it has several small cracks. You buy the car, you get to make those choices, and whichever choices you make, someone will tell you that you did it wrong. Do it the way you like it to get the end result that you are looking for.

4) If someone offered me that car for $15k, I'd sprain my wrist getting the money out. At $18k, I think about it overnight and buy it the next day. Above that, depending on exactly what is/isn't there, I'd have to think it through.

Good luck--a good car to start with!

Regards,
Mike

jimh_1962

Very cool car to start off with. Good luck getting it.

corv58

I'd say go for it....deals dont come down the pike very often...even if you get discouraged and want to bail out later, you'll easily recoup your $......btw, send airline tix,and put some of us diehard C-1 fellas up and supply a couple of sixpacks and we'll have it done over a long weekend....

vettedad61

Will you do a new topic post for the other barnfind 67 corvette with pictures and it's story?

builder

When you find a car like that, I wouldn't be splitting hairs over $1K-2K.
You guys talk about $50K to fix it and then $1k-2K extra on the price tag would stop you from buying it? For $50K I can have someone else do all the work and do nothing but write the check.
If you are trying to fix to sell, that is one thing. But, if you are fixing to keep, $1K-2K isn't much when the car has zero value when the car isn't for sale.

STHUD55

Thank you to everyone who helped me with my last request on my 58 Vette project car. You all where very helpful and I appreciate your honest remarks. I did buy the car and have in completly torn apart and ready to paint the frame. I have many questions as far as the restoration goes and may need some experience from you guys. There were a couple of members who offered their help and knowledge. I would like to take you up on it in the very near future. I am having lots of fun with this project and am addictied to the project.

Thanks again,
Scott Hudson
Penngrove, Ca

Railroadman

Scott, glad you decided to take the plunge and happy to hear you're having fun. The reward of taking a POS from decay to shining prize is what keeps you going. I'm sure you are learning a lot each time you work on it and no doubt know far more now than when you started. They say "you can't save them all" but looks like your car found a good home. Keep us posted on the progress!

tgtexas02

Having experience buying a 58 basket case years ago, I can see parts on the car being worth 20K if you sold individually--try to buy original trunk spears. A good bath and I think the car would look terrific. Doesn't sound like your going for a show car so motor and trans wouldn't matter. You probably have these things laying around since you have been dealing with cars for 25 years. Guys buy nice candidates and then go and replace the whole interior anyway? If she would sell it for 15-18 I think you would be getting a great deal. Some parts are really expensive so will it fit your budget. I love saving mine from the grave. Save her!

Procrastination Racing

Time to razz you again.



Since 11 months have gone by, you can't bring this back into play without most wanting to see how you are doing. Don't feel bad about it seeming slow or not making progress, this is a hobby of watching grass grow.


Here's how to do the pictures, in case you didn't see how Ed put yours up.

Since you have a Photobucket account, you can copy the IMG link and paste it in your message.



http://forums.corvetteforum.com/1579867198-post88.html

Railroadman

According to his post, he DID buy it and has already done a lot of work on it.

And I agree - we need "now" pics to enjoy the progress!