Newbie needs help!
Team Owner
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From: Kannapolis NC
I won't comment on the price of this particular car, but I will say this. You will be much happier with your "dream car" if you pay a little more than others think it's worth than you will be if you settle for a car because the price is lower. If I were you, I'd go drive the car and if it still was 'the one', I'd buy it and forget what everyone thinks. If it's not, there are still a lot of nice cars out there and you are not obligated to buy any one of them that aren't exactly what you want.
Drifting
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From: Holly Springs, Nort Cackalacky / Jupiter, Florida
I'd be afraid of the bogus trim tag and what else someone willing to go to that length to counterfeit the car might have done to get the "matching numbers". Even though the seller is being honest with you, I'd think about the resale down the road and the difficulty it would present. Buying a car with a NOM or the wrong paint wouldn't make me stop buying a car if I liked it as long as there was a corresponding drop in price but a bogus tag certainly would. 
Dave
Dave
At some point in time you might want / need to sell. The wrong trim tags would turn away 'most' all educated future buyers in my opinion, for this price range. In my opinion, for this kind of money, with some patience, and taking time to get educated some, you should be able to find a very nice Corvette that will meet all your needs.
I can NOT emphasis the getting educated enough. This place is a good start....Then when the time comes, find an expert to go over the car for you or with you.
JMHO,
RK
Last edited by RoadKing96; Aug 31, 2011 at 04:29 PM.
Safety Car
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From: FL
It looks like a very nice car. I only glanced through, so this is a first pass sort of thing.
I agree, the trim tag stands out as too nice. Most have dings and dents in them, especially along the lower edge, and this doesn't have a mark on it.
The price, by CF standards, is about $10,000 to $15,000 too high. By eBay standards, is on the low side about $10,000.
There are currently 24 1967 Corvettes on eBay. There are several in dealers all over, like ProTeam, Corvette Mike, and others. So it isn't like this is the only one. But this one certainly is clean and detailed.
Three pieces of advice.
1. Get someone who really knows these cars to check this one out.
2. Consider that there are many located much closer to you in California.
3. This is almost too nice to drive. Consider what your goals are, show or driver, NCRS or your own thing, and so on, and then decide on a car.
One of my favorites to drive was an old beater of a Corvette with a 283 and a 4 speed. Didn't even have carpet. But I never worried about it and as such, I drove it most of the time. Food for thought.
I agree, the trim tag stands out as too nice. Most have dings and dents in them, especially along the lower edge, and this doesn't have a mark on it.
The price, by CF standards, is about $10,000 to $15,000 too high. By eBay standards, is on the low side about $10,000.
There are currently 24 1967 Corvettes on eBay. There are several in dealers all over, like ProTeam, Corvette Mike, and others. So it isn't like this is the only one. But this one certainly is clean and detailed.
Three pieces of advice.
1. Get someone who really knows these cars to check this one out.
2. Consider that there are many located much closer to you in California.
3. This is almost too nice to drive. Consider what your goals are, show or driver, NCRS or your own thing, and so on, and then decide on a car.
One of my favorites to drive was an old beater of a Corvette with a 283 and a 4 speed. Didn't even have carpet. But I never worried about it and as such, I drove it most of the time. Food for thought.
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Heel & Toe
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From: Burbank California
All the messages are giving me good advice and a lot to think about. At this time I think it is evident that I need to do more research and keep looking. I absolutely want to drive the car, no interest at all to put it in the garage and just look at it. I wish I had the money for two and then I would put one away but I want to enjoy the car and for me that means driving it. My situation is a good one, I live very close to work and I often ride my motorcycle so there are options. I have a budget and a pre approved loan from a lender so with some help from the people on this forum and my new NCRS membership I should be able to find one that suits me and balance the decision with the great information I have received. THANK YOU ALL!!!!!
Drifting
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From: OZ City, Kansas, The Land of AHHHHHHS!
I've read most of the posts, and agree that this type of buying or selling situation will split just about all Mid-Year owner's opinions on one side or the other of the discussion; basically into the Purists & Non-Purists.
However, I think since you now have been well informed and understand just about everything the C-2 market considers when buying these cars (always Caveat Emptor), and you're sure this car is exactly what you want regardless of pedigree, and will drive it regularly, and your not hung up on re-sale value (who knows what the future will hold?), and can afford it (like any used car, everything is negotiable), then buy it, drive it, and don't look back!
However, I think since you now have been well informed and understand just about everything the C-2 market considers when buying these cars (always Caveat Emptor), and you're sure this car is exactly what you want regardless of pedigree, and will drive it regularly, and your not hung up on re-sale value (who knows what the future will hold?), and can afford it (like any used car, everything is negotiable), then buy it, drive it, and don't look back!
Le Mans Master
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From: Cold Harbor, VA
Trim and VIN tags are kind of important on mid-year vettes. They are the FIRST things knowledgable buyers look at. It is not about "purist vs non-purist" or "correct vs incorrect". A counterfeit Trim tag is not a question of "correctness". You monkey with the Tags, you torpedo the value. You can put lipstick on a pig; it's still a pig. Knowledgable mid year buyers will knowingly buy a pig, but they will not pay a lot for it. The seller in this case seems to be quite forthcoming, which is a good thing. But he will need a buyer who is not real knowledgable to buy this car.
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From: Wilmington N C
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Like you, I like this car. Its looks great. Like others have mentioned, the trim tag is an issue, especially if you're looking for "correctness". It's got some add-ons; big deal. If you like them, so be it. However, buying that far outta state is an issue. I've had a bad experience with that, and lesson learned for me: don't do that again. And, the price does seem to be about $10-15k too high. But, with all that said, if you like it, and you want it, don't let it go. Yes, there are always other star fish in the sea, and yes there might be a good one right there in CA, but, you may never get this exact same car w/the same features you want, and you could end up regretting not getting this one when you had the chance. Try negotiations for a lower price, by at least $10k, and then go for it! 
Safety Car
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From: Grosse Ile MI
Nice looking Vette but as others have indicated it's over priced $10K to $15K. You should be able to find a very nice 67 driver that doesn't have "issues" like this one for $40K to $45K. If you intend to drive it everyday, I wouldn't be concerned with matching numbers or show quality paint, etc. Just look for a mechanically well maintained, decent looking Vette with power steering, power brakes and aftermarket A/C. Keep an eye on the for sale section here on the Forum.
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Heel & Toe
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From: Burbank California
It was not my intent to imply that getting my money back on resale was the most important thing but everyone wants to believe they paid a fair price. I appreciate the guidance of the forum members on this purchase and I believe it was right to let the one in Georgia go. I will continue to look for the best car for me.
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From: On the bank of the Columbia River..... Washington State
It was not my intent to imply that getting my money back on resale was the most important thing but everyone wants to believe they paid a fair price. I appreciate the guidance of the forum members on this purchase and I believe it was right to let the one in Georgia go. I will continue to look for the best car for me.
