LostandFound
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LostandFound
I have found in a back yard, what appears to be a red Corvette Stingray from the late 60s early 70s era. I am not an expert on these and need to investigate the car more but I can tell you this. Besides all the 'vents' in the hood and sides, it has very exaggerated flair wheel wells in the rear. The body seems in one piece. Only the passenger door seems out of whack - like its been bent up on its hinges only slightly. It is a dull red, and abandoned. Can't tell you much about the engine - think there is one there, most wheels are off and inside is trashed. But the body looks promising. Is there any interest or value in something like this that I should investigate more or should I just forget about it.
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If you're looking for a "project car" and have money to burn, try to contact the owner. For what it's worth, you'll have more in the car trying to put it back to it's original glory than it's valued in todays market.
Melting Slicks
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No location in avatar... in Georgia (other places as well) if it's 25 or older no title required. Say you found it with a tree growing up through the floorboards while you were deer hunting, a title search and if it's not on the hot sheet you're golden. You can even get reduced cost "antique" plates if you wish. Requires only a VIN verification by a police officer and a nail biting wait until the report comes in. I moved here in 1989 and at that time there was no "open container" law for alcoholic beverages... drive downtown with a Bud on the dash... break no other law and the Police could not stop you! I do like certain aspects of living in the deep South.
Le Mans Master
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No, depends on the state. In Tennessee for instance you could get an "artisans lein" on it and get a clean title by going through a set process (registered letter to last owner and leinholder, place ads in the paper, have a sale, fill out paperwork).
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How can you find something in someone's backyard, Don't you mean you spotted a car the owner has neglected in someone's backyard. Knock on the door if interested. Thats what got my car restored about 15 years ago ( A neglected car that got sold by just a knock on the door).
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