Why would I want a 80 C3?
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Yikes!
Don't back up over that dog, or did you just run him over.
I hope this question is just being stated in an ironic way, if you are serious then stop here and just keep reading fugawis reply over and over,
80 is the last year of a non computer controlled vette,
It is the end of the line styling wise for the c3 and is a very refinded styling that reflects a more elite car for that day and age it was conceived,
It's a wonderful daily driver if a person desires that, I owned 2 81's
And a pretty sweet one is cheap in this buyers market we are in right now,
Don't back up over that dog, or did you just run him over.
I hope this question is just being stated in an ironic way, if you are serious then stop here and just keep reading fugawis reply over and over,
80 is the last year of a non computer controlled vette,
It is the end of the line styling wise for the c3 and is a very refinded styling that reflects a more elite car for that day and age it was conceived,
It's a wonderful daily driver if a person desires that, I owned 2 81's
And a pretty sweet one is cheap in this buyers market we are in right now,
I love my 80
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Exactly....why? You are the only one that can answer!
I agree with a previous post, if an 80 is your preference, than go for it! It's about rescueing a classic.
Personally, I preferred the early C3's, but that's me. While I am a "Corvette guy"(or consider myself to be), my focus has always been with the "muscle car" era. That is, I focus/prefer cars primarily from 65-71 in my taste. Nothing moves me more than seeing a GTO Judge, an SS396, or a 69 Z28 at a car show. It was an era of corporate bragging rights, HP, looks and style, and pre-gov't regulation. Again, that's my personal preference. I don't want to start a "my 77 is better than your..." post, because the C3 style was so popular(and attractive of course), it continued for over a decade, and that says a lot!
Again, if this is the era/year of vette that moves you, than it's your choice.
I agree with a previous post, if an 80 is your preference, than go for it! It's about rescueing a classic.
Personally, I preferred the early C3's, but that's me. While I am a "Corvette guy"(or consider myself to be), my focus has always been with the "muscle car" era. That is, I focus/prefer cars primarily from 65-71 in my taste. Nothing moves me more than seeing a GTO Judge, an SS396, or a 69 Z28 at a car show. It was an era of corporate bragging rights, HP, looks and style, and pre-gov't regulation. Again, that's my personal preference. I don't want to start a "my 77 is better than your..." post, because the C3 style was so popular(and attractive of course), it continued for over a decade, and that says a lot!
Again, if this is the era/year of vette that moves you, than it's your choice.
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Mine is for sale
I have an '80 with the L82 and love the car. Used to own a '68 and the difference driving it is night and day. Where the '68 was rough and raw, the '80 is very smooth and rattle free. While I have always liked the chrome bumper cars, I also think the '80-82 style is right up there as perfect C3 styling. When I was looking for one last year to drive while my '64 is being restored, I looked specifically at '80's since they were the last year without the computer, and the last year for the L82 engine option. The car is no big block rocket, but it has plenty of power and is a very smooth running car.
If you are interested in mine, let me know. It has 31xxx original miles (have paperwork documenting), performance cat with new y-pipe and stainless mufflers, VB&P fiberglass rear spring, Bilsteen shocks, and a complete new power steering system (I saved the original cat and rear spring). It was repainted about 2-3 years ago and looks outstanding, although there is a spot in the front bumper that needs to be fixed. It is dark claret red, with a dark red interior - great looking combo. Has a/c, power locks, power windows, tilt/tele, rear defrost, Sony CD player, auto (all L82's had auto), gymkana suspension, t-top carrying case.
I can send you pics later tonight if you have any interest. Good luck with your search.
Jon
If you are interested in mine, let me know. It has 31xxx original miles (have paperwork documenting), performance cat with new y-pipe and stainless mufflers, VB&P fiberglass rear spring, Bilsteen shocks, and a complete new power steering system (I saved the original cat and rear spring). It was repainted about 2-3 years ago and looks outstanding, although there is a spot in the front bumper that needs to be fixed. It is dark claret red, with a dark red interior - great looking combo. Has a/c, power locks, power windows, tilt/tele, rear defrost, Sony CD player, auto (all L82's had auto), gymkana suspension, t-top carrying case.
I can send you pics later tonight if you have any interest. Good luck with your search.
Jon
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Geez....lighten up on the fellow...some of you guys are so quick to be negative Nellies that you don't get it that tone gets lost in type,
The fellow isn't trying to be a smart a$$ or nasty he is simply asking Why a 1980 model? as in now you proceed to tell him why an 80 is a great year for the vette,
The fellow isn't trying to be a smart a$$ or nasty he is simply asking Why a 1980 model? as in now you proceed to tell him why an 80 is a great year for the vette,
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I like them all. I like Chrome bumpers and I like rubber bumpers. In my case there was a rubber bumper in need of an overall lying around cheap so it made a good candidate to give a makeover. They are nice stock but respond well to mods. Let your imagination and budget be your guide.
Search for the Picture thread of 80-82's in this forum and perhaps that will help answer your question.
Search for the Picture thread of 80-82's in this forum and perhaps that will help answer your question.
WOW......absolutely beautiful. Although I am parshal to blue, as both my 04 and 05 aere both LMB.
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I have an 80 and love it. Not that I wouldn't love to have a 69 big block vert, but the beautiful thing about the 80 is you can modify to you liking without losing market value. That is another opinion for you.
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I would say if the car doesn't speak to you, walk away from it.
I like every generation corvette ,but I don't like every corvette.
When you look at the car you should be able to tell at first glance
if it's worthy of your time and money. What are you looking for, a
classic, a daily driver, or a street rod, this will help you when you
spot the one that most fits the bill, don't settle for anything less
or you will feel as if you have wasted your time and money.
Just my two coins,
Riggs.
Riggs.
I like every generation corvette ,but I don't like every corvette.
When you look at the car you should be able to tell at first glance
if it's worthy of your time and money. What are you looking for, a
classic, a daily driver, or a street rod, this will help you when you
spot the one that most fits the bill, don't settle for anything less
or you will feel as if you have wasted your time and money.
Just my two coins,
Riggs.
Riggs.
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I would say if the car doesn't speak to you, walk away from it.
I like every generation corvette ,but I don't like every corvette.
When you look at the car you should be able to tell at first glance
if it's worthy of your time and money. What are you looking for, a
classic, a daily driver, or a street rod, this will help you when you
spot the one that most fits the bill, don't settle for anything less
or you will feel as if you have wasted your time and money.
Just my two coins,
Riggs.
Riggs.
I like every generation corvette ,but I don't like every corvette.
When you look at the car you should be able to tell at first glance
if it's worthy of your time and money. What are you looking for, a
classic, a daily driver, or a street rod, this will help you when you
spot the one that most fits the bill, don't settle for anything less
or you will feel as if you have wasted your time and money.
Just my two coins,
Riggs.
Riggs.
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I have an 80, L/82. I am currently repainting the car. It is totally stock and It will be my daily driver.
I also have a totally modified (mortified) 80 Corvette Daytona.
Its like everyone has said, if it moves you go for it, if not, pass it by.
I also have a totally modified (mortified) 80 Corvette Daytona.
Its like everyone has said, if it moves you go for it, if not, pass it by.
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