need help with rough value
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Racer
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From: pembroke pines fla
need help with rough value
ok guys need your help again for the last 4 years i have been talking with a guy about his two corvettes 1 is a 72 coupe 454 4 speed i have only seen pics he does not drive it its has been in his garage i know he starts it a drives it about once every month or so i have seen pics and it looks good in pics he comes to me and tells me he is haveing money problems and wants to sell ask him how much and he says 5-6k sounds to good to be true i am goning to look at it monday what should i look for and if all is good what do you think this car ball park is worth how do i tell if numbers match and what options should i look for ty you for any help with this
BILL
BILL
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: Peekskill NY
THATS DIRT CHEAP! For numbers look at the pad on front pass side of block just below valve cover and compare to VIN on windshield pillar. Heads pull the valve covers and look for casting numbers between rocker studs. Intake cast #'s behind carb. Carb, on drivers side running vertically by secondary lever.
You should get all the number info from various sites, books etc... and have with you when you see the car.
Good Luck!
Glenn
You should get all the number info from various sites, books etc... and have with you when you see the car.
Good Luck!
Glenn
Drifting
Joined: Oct 2004
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From: Lafayette Louisiana
Imo, don't insult him by nit picking numbers. If the car is solid and runs pay him the 5-6 then and there, get the title and leave promptly with the car. If the numbers match thats even better but don't **** him off because he may know what the car is really worth.
Burning Brakes
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From: Shelby Township Michigan
Get the 5-6K in hand, calmly place it in his, get the signed title and keys, then leave as quickly as possible and don't look back. Good luck,
Dino
Racer
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From: hidden valley lake Ca
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Burning Brakes
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From: Port Clinton Ohio
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At that price, I wouldn't care about numbers. Heck, I wouldn't care if it had a slant 6 in it. I would take a quick look at the frame to be sure it is safe to drive home. Maybe you should pretend to look it over good so he doesn't realize that he is selling it under value. You don't want him to change his mind at the last minute.
Post some pics when you get it home.
Good Luck!!
Post some pics when you get it home.
Good Luck!!
Le Mans Master
Joined: Aug 2003
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From: Chattanooga TN
A running driving BB bumper car (with title) for $6k, you can't go wrong.