73 LS4 Coupe, what's it worth?
11-12-2008, 07:26 PM
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73 LS4 Coupe, what's it worth?
Been dying to ask this since I got the car and started reading the posts. I have a 71 LS4 Coupe with 43,000 miles.
Build Date 2 July 1973 (L 02), Numbers Matching, Copies of Window Sticker, Dealer Invoice and Shipping Document. Partial Tank Sticker (Remainder Still On Tank)
Factory Options
A31 Power Windows
C60 4 - Season Air Conditioning
J50 Power Brakes
LS4 Turbo – Jet 454 4BBL
M40 TurboHydraMatic 400
N40 Power Steering
QRZ GR70X15 Steel Belted Radials
U58 AM/FM Stereo Radio
404 Black Custom Interior
910 Classic White Paint
Dealer Installed Options
Luggage Rack
Original Owners Manual, New Vehicle Warranty, Emissions Control Pamphlet, Maintenance Schedule, Consumer Information Pamphlet and T-Top Bags.
I have been in contact with three of the four prior owners, two of them being GM Executives, one worked at the Bowling Green plant. Car is all orginal numbers matching. I can post any pictures or info to help.
Build Date 2 July 1973 (L 02), Numbers Matching, Copies of Window Sticker, Dealer Invoice and Shipping Document. Partial Tank Sticker (Remainder Still On Tank)
Factory Options
A31 Power Windows
C60 4 - Season Air Conditioning
J50 Power Brakes
LS4 Turbo – Jet 454 4BBL
M40 TurboHydraMatic 400
N40 Power Steering
QRZ GR70X15 Steel Belted Radials
U58 AM/FM Stereo Radio
404 Black Custom Interior
910 Classic White Paint
Dealer Installed Options
Luggage Rack
Original Owners Manual, New Vehicle Warranty, Emissions Control Pamphlet, Maintenance Schedule, Consumer Information Pamphlet and T-Top Bags.
I have been in contact with three of the four prior owners, two of them being GM Executives, one worked at the Bowling Green plant. Car is all orginal numbers matching. I can post any pictures or info to help.
11-12-2008, 10:34 PM
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Here a good guide:
http://www.manheimgold.com/car_lo.html
I'm biased but I love the 73. I own two LS-4 73's, a coupe and a rag. Nice ones, like the car you describe, pull $30k.
But who cares what these are valued. 99% of the people on this site will spend more on their Vette than it's worth. It's a great hobby and these old cars provide entertainment value that's "priceless".
FWIW
http://www.manheimgold.com/car_lo.html
I'm biased but I love the 73. I own two LS-4 73's, a coupe and a rag. Nice ones, like the car you describe, pull $30k.
But who cares what these are valued. 99% of the people on this site will spend more on their Vette than it's worth. It's a great hobby and these old cars provide entertainment value that's "priceless".
FWIW
11-13-2008, 12:20 AM
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I paid $27K for my very similar survivor 73 454 coupe back in March. Obviously the economy was better then. It was more than I wanted to pay, but I feel over time it will be a decent investment. They only built 4,412 LS4's and it was the last year for chrome bumpers. How many fully documented, original, unmolested #'s matching big blocks still exist? The car recently got a NCRS Top Flight and I'm not planning on selling it anytime soon, so I'm happy.
Good luck with yours
Good luck with yours
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11-13-2008, 08:41 AM
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I have no idea what it's market value is today but I would say that is a real nice Vette. They are hard to find that clean. 
It isn't worth anything if it isn't for sale. Personaly, I would not sell that one.
-Mark.
It isn't worth anything if it isn't for sale. Personaly, I would not sell that one.
-Mark.
11-13-2008, 10:13 AM
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Hi RM20,
There seems to be more interest in original, unrestored, but still beautiful cars. So I'd say you have a good investment, that you can actually use and enjoy.
Have you considered joining the NCRS? Lots of folks there that would enjoy seeing your car.
Regards,
Alan
There seems to be more interest in original, unrestored, but still beautiful cars. So I'd say you have a good investment, that you can actually use and enjoy.
Have you considered joining the NCRS? Lots of folks there that would enjoy seeing your car.
Regards,
Alan
11-13-2008, 09:42 PM
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Hi RM20,
There seems to be more interest in original, unrestored, but still beautiful cars. So I'd say you have a good investment, that you can actually use and enjoy.
Have you considered joining the NCRS? Lots of folks there that would enjoy seeing your car.
Regards,
Alan
There seems to be more interest in original, unrestored, but still beautiful cars. So I'd say you have a good investment, that you can actually use and enjoy.
Have you considered joining the NCRS? Lots of folks there that would enjoy seeing your car.
Regards,
Alan
11-13-2008, 11:28 PM
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www.ncrscarolinaschapter.org
You should have your car judged at the regional meet 4/23 - 4/26 at Lowes Motor Speedway, Concord, North Carolina. I learned alot in going through my first judging and came out feeling alot better about my purchase!