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Looking to buy my first C2 this weekend and it’s a 1966 with a 327/350 hp engine. I know it’s supposed to be a HT stamp but this is the best pic I have. The break in the numbers on the left look strange and I can’t make out the letter after the H. Any ideas?
Are they selling it as an original engine 66? The pad definitely looks suspicious, but it's a difficult pic to assess. Higher, clearer res pics would help, like you said that is all you got.
Are you taking anyone with you that is knowledgeable?
Having a Corvette expert look at it tomorrow as I’m out of state. I can see the T now but barely. The break in numbers on the left is strange. Being sold as an original miles 22k mile car but doesn’t specifically say number matching.
can’t send the link in here but it’s Riverfront Auto Sales in Buffalo. The only 1966 they have for sale.
Originally Posted by bluestreak63
Are they selling it as an original engine 66? The pad definitely looks suspicious, but it's a difficult pic to assess. Higher, clearer res pics would help, like you said that is all you got.
Are you taking anyone with you that is knowledgeable?
please show me a high quality 65-67 silver over black 350hp 4 spd with a hardtop and side pipes for less and I’ll buy it. The A/C is a huge bonus as I’m in the south. I don’t see any horrible hood fitment.
Originally Posted by Nowhere Man
still over priced. I would be looking for previous body repair. That hood fits horrible
Yes, I too agree there is a hood fitment issue. And the block stamping does not look factory from what we can make out from the picture.
"please show me a high quality 65-67 silver over black 350hp 4 spd with a hardtop and side pipes for less and I’ll buy it."
The issue here is IF this car is really a high quality car, so it is good that you have a "Corvette expert" to go and look at it. That step is always a good one!
Having a Corvette expert look at it tomorrow as I’m out of state. I can see the T now but barely. The break in numbers on the left is strange. Being sold as an original miles 22k mile car but doesn’t specifically say number matching.
If you are buying or selling a car with the price based on a degree of originality::
Make sure your definition of 'Numbers Matching" is the same as the sellers. There's 50 different definitions out there.
Having a Corvette expert look at it tomorrow as I’m out of state. I can see the T now but barely. The break in numbers on the left is strange. Being sold as an original miles 22k mile car but doesn’t specifically say number matching.
I just looked at the ad. It actually does specifically say, “matching numbers”. For most car dealers, that simply means the engine # and VIN# match. Maybe transmission at best, and correct paint and trim code matches. “Most” car dealers don’t mean that ever component is VIN / date code correct when they use the term “matching numbers”. I would say to be prepared for correct engine number to VIN#……and correct color / trim to trim code match.
I just looked at the ad. It actually does specifically say, “matching numbers”. For most car dealers, that simply means the engine # and VIN# match. Maybe transmission at best, and correct paint and trim code matches. “Most” car dealers don’t mean that ever component is VIN / date code correct when they use the term “matching numbers”. I would say to be prepared for correct engine number to VIN#……and correct color / trim to trim code match.
the trim tag is for vinyl seats and it has leather. So strike one
please show me a high quality 65-67 silver over black 350hp 4 spd with a hardtop and side pipes for less and I’ll buy it. The A/C is a huge bonus as I’m in the south. I don’t see any horrible hood fitment.
It's good you are having a knowledgeable inspector looking at the car. If they know what they are doing, then lots of questions will get answered.
As for overpaying, it really comes down to how patient you're willing to be. Diligently search long enough and you'll find what you want at a better price. Money not an issue and you want a car this summer? Then get the best car you can find now.
Keep us posted, we all love new enthusiasts on this forum.
Along with other things pointed out, I took a quick look and noticed the following
- It has vintage air installed - probably not an original AC car
- The air cleaner is wrong and shouldn't have the decal
- looks like the wrong carb is installed
- Looks like it has percolation issues as the fuel line has insulating stuff wrapped on it
- Radio is wrong
- Wrong starter
Thanks for all the advice and comments, will let you know what the expert says but it’s now obvious it’s not worth what they’re asking.
If any of you come across what I’m looking for please let me know, been wanting one for decades, just need to find the right one.
You are thinking properly by hiring someone to evaluate the car for you. It takes time to find "the right one". I have found that each of the cars I have took me at least a year to find - lots of dead ends. I have also found that when I'm not actively looking something comes along. Like the last one I bought - friend calls me and asks "did you ever find that C2 BB car you've been looking for?" Two months later it is in my garage........
Easy to say, but hard to do - as has been said - have patience. You'll find the right car for you............
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