[C2] Here's a cure for those 63 issues
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happymike63 (01-24-2019)
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that makes two Ed. Its no more rare then any other model Corvette. And Corvettes were not the first one to use the design I would never pay a dime more for a 63 coupe then a 64+ coupe if all was equal
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Nearly as bad, and was discussed in the same magazine article in the beginning of this thread was the "mudding in" of the 63 hood depressions.
Once done that mod is more money and work that the reclaimed hood is worth...trying to grind the filler out of the depressions and faithfully reproduce the "double" depressions is not something I would want to tackle..
Once done that mod is more money and work that the reclaimed hood is worth...trying to grind the filler out of the depressions and faithfully reproduce the "double" depressions is not something I would want to tackle..
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Sometime later, after that model year, the word got out that the '63 coupe was somehow exotic, valuable, expensive, etc. Kinda' like the original engine thing. Both surfaced about the same time. All make believe.
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Seems like history provides the answer. The ones that bought a coupe in '63 had to take what was offered. When 1964 offered something different, they bought that design. In the meantime, in spite of the cost of the job, some/many decided they liked the later model look better and changed the cars.
Sometime later, after that model year, the word got out that the '63 coupe was somehow exotic, valuable, expensive, etc. Kinda' like the original engine thing. Both surfaced about the same time. All make believe.
Sometime later, after that model year, the word got out that the '63 coupe was somehow exotic, valuable, expensive, etc. Kinda' like the original engine thing. Both surfaced about the same time. All make believe.
Its like saying the Mona Lisa's mysterious smile adds nothing to the painting...
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The first Sting Ray and the first Corvette coupe combined with the first C2 design and that awesome, awesome little piece of whimsical fiberglass between the rear windows adds real "put it in the bank" value - nothing make believe about it...
Its like saying the Mona Lisa's mysterious smile adds nothing to the painting...
Its like saying the Mona Lisa's mysterious smile adds nothing to the painting...
You are talking today (after the fact) after some carnival barkers have gotten hold of the situation.
My response to Emdollar simply pointed out that there was no particular fascination with a '63 coupe in '63, '64,'65 and later.as evidenced by some owners hacking the back window out of their '63 coupe and others simply trading them in for the later body styles.
What is not factual about this?
Whenever the bankers have milked the hobby for all they can get out of the '63, they['ll move on to something else and guess what? One day, even the '64 might bring top dollar because???????
A fad is just smoke and mirrors.
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If it weren't for all these guys trying make a buck off of these cars, half of the old Vettes in existence wouldn't have been adulterated into more "valuable" versions...
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The first Sting Ray and the first Corvette coupe combined with the first C2 design and that awesome, awesome little piece of whimsical fiberglass between the rear windows adds real "put it in the bank" value - nothing make believe about it...
Its like saying the Mona Lisa's mysterious smile adds nothing to the painting...
Its like saying the Mona Lisa's mysterious smile adds nothing to the painting...
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Sorry Frankie, but, in my book, "value" has very little to do with what you "put in the bank" and everything to do with enjoyment. We talk about the cost of the car here incessantly, to the detriment of the hobby and our real purpose for having these cars. I don't much enjoy the stocks I own, even when (unlike the last couple of months) they increase in dollar value...they still are a 'worthless' commodity, in terms of enjoyment.
If it weren't for all these guys trying make a buck off of these cars, half of the old Vettes in existence wouldn't have been adulterated into more "valuable" versions...
Mike
If it weren't for all these guys trying make a buck off of these cars, half of the old Vettes in existence wouldn't have been adulterated into more "valuable" versions...
Mike
Cant put a price on that.
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I do remember the young girls mostly preferred the convertibles back then, not the coupes.
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I have owned 6 mid year coupes , zero convertibles. I did pass on some good values , but never intrigued by the design. I bought cars I wanted to retain, not flip for a buck. In the midwest choices are limited as many could not afford a car to store in the harsh winter months , lasting half the year it seems . Few of my friends ventured to the west coast to buy a classic in the early eighties. Convertibles were always higher valued until one looks at current auction reports. Personal preference again , I believe a red on red split window with polished stainless trim is the holy grail of Corvette design. It's pure magic with curved lines , an unmistakable European influence and American horse power. What is the most asked question on the subject of Corvettes, .... is it a split window ? Admirers not knowing a 63 from a 73 heard the iconic description that captivates a conversation. Today reality says one will pay more for the pie tins on the hood and the two pice rear glass if your in the market for a mid year coupe. Purchased my first one in 1978. Will never be without one as long as I know my name .
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The fact it’s a one year only iconic car is a nice plus.