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Old Jan 11, 2008 | 06:55 PM
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I would like to do something different with my '79 and I am looking for ideas - something different. If you have a custom Corvette or a unique paint job please post it here.

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Old Jan 11, 2008 | 08:16 PM
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WOW...that is the second most beautiful vette I've seen on here
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How bout like this?
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Old Jan 11, 2008 | 08:32 PM
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I always liked this one.

But I have had a thing for checkers on vettes.LOL!
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Check out http://www.makoshark2.com/ no shortage of customs there. /:\
<-----BTW, you can call mine "Before".
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Old Jan 11, 2008 | 09:19 PM
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Old Jan 11, 2008 | 10:00 PM
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That's a rare bird for sure.Would be easier to build than find. They were cool rides though.
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custom 1pc front end

custom molded on rear clip w/flares(it is a 73 vette, rear clip done in the 80's before i bought it)

a lil customizing the rear view

Ditto for the front suspension

custom gauges

a lil customizing the engine

custom Gascap
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The backhalf is for sure. /:\
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Any more pics of the blue Mako?
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Saw this at makoshark2.com.

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