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Old 09-13-2018, 01:21 PM
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Drove my 67 convertible regularly to the course, now I drive this because of the trunk.


Old 09-13-2018, 01:49 PM
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Interesting question....which I never would have thought of. I drive my classic cars to where ever I feel the need to go...
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golf is no more than cow pasture pool
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Part of the reason I got a C1 instead of a C2 is so I’d have enough room for a couple sets of golf clubs or suit cases or etc.

I worry more about the car getting dinged at cruise-ins than the golf course.

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Love parking at the golf course among the old timers Beemers and Mercedes. When I grow up(old)maybe I’ll get one of those also.
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When I don’t drive the Vette to the goof course or need more room this is my ride.

Not a Vette but and old friend I’ve had since about 1978.

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Old 09-13-2018, 10:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Hounddogjake
Love parking at the golf course among the old timers Beemers and Mercedes. When I grow up(old)maybe I’ll get one of those also.
Lots more room in the trunk of my C1 than my Bimmer. But if I really need to haul something in a hurry, I use my farm truck.



Old 09-14-2018, 06:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Frankie the Fink
I’d be a lot more worried about my classic car insurance not covering such an activity.
I have Hagerty. I will have to check but my understaning is that it is covered.
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Originally Posted by GTOguy
You need a C5 or C6 to play golf.....C1 and C2 drivers are too cool for that nonsense.
Actually, that is exactly what I was thinking. A nice C5 vert.
Old 09-14-2018, 07:10 AM
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Originally Posted by woodsdesign
I have Hagerty. I will have to check but my understaning is that it is covered.
Everybody starts out saying that....several threads on it already... From Hagerty's web site...




That "etc" is where we are. Again, not discouraging you, but just know what you're dealing with...

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Originally Posted by Frankie the Fink
Everybody starts out saying that....several threads on it already...
You are exactly right. I will check. It is almost getting to the point that I should just include my Vette in my Allstate policy. Just get fire and theft when I store it in the winter.
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Originally Posted by MikeM
If yer worried about the seat, take it out! Only two bolts.
Ummm Mike....Don't the C2s have FOUR bolts/screws holding down each seat?

Don
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Originally Posted by vetsvette2002
Ummm Mike....Don't the C2s have FOUR bolts/screws holding down each seat?

Don
nope only two in front. Brackets in rear hold down seats. 4 total yes....

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Originally Posted by vetsvette2002
Ummm Mike....Don't the C2s have FOUR bolts/screws holding down each seat?

Don
Depends on what year.
Old 09-15-2018, 11:18 AM
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This is definitely a “first world problem”. Bring some packing blankets with you to put on the car if your worried, and skip the alcohol. The liability of any drinking and driving today is not worth the risk.
Old 09-15-2018, 11:19 AM
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Originally Posted by woodsdesign
Hey Guys,
Just wondered how many of us drive their Corvette to golf. I have on several occasions but Ialways have concerns. Like where do you put them in the car. I usually put mine in the front seat of my 65 coupe while my driver goes in the back. Always worried about my leather seats.
Also parking at the course and adult beverages after.
Now that I am retired I want to drive it more to these types of things.
What do you guys that golf do?
I love my Corvettes and I love Golf, I never mix the two, I never drive my vettes to the golf course, I would worry about the car the whole round and not focus on my game. And I agree with Frankie on a insurance claim covering the car IF something would happen.
Old 09-16-2018, 01:38 PM
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I drive both my '69 and my '63 to golf. If I couldn't drive them, I wouldn't keep them. Plus, I get two extra great drives per round.

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Originally Posted by vetsvette2002
Ummm Mike....Don't the C2s have FOUR bolts/screws holding down each seat?

Don
The 63 (at least) has two bolts at the front tracks on each seat - the rear of the track slides into brackets attached to the body...
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Originally Posted by Frankie the Fink
The 63 (at least) has two bolts at the front tracks on each seat - the rear of the track slides into brackets attached to the body...
Agreed.
The 67 uses four bolts per seat though.
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Would not have a car I couldn't drive to the golf course.
Grundy has verified it's ok AND will pay me agreed value if stolen.
I even take my 36 Ford 3 window coupe and put the clubs on the floor and seat on the passenger side.
Set the alarm and don't worry about a thing.
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