Hey guys,

Just tripped across this one on ebay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1971-...item3caa1c46dc

Thoughts?

Anyone happen to live in Vegas and drive past this place?

Fly into Vegas, cruise down the strip and drive back to Seattle - mmmm, that would be a dream for this Aussie!!!

Cheers

 

This is the 4th or 5th time it's been listed. Has to have some kind of issue.

 

Besides missing the A.I.R. emissions equipment. I have to assume it probably has no documentation to back up the claim of being an LT-1 optioned Corvette.

 

Would make a nice cruiser.

 

I am not necessarily after a matching #'s car, just after a good, solid, reliable (for its age) convertible!

Just wish I was closer to have it checked out......

Damn eBay..makes these cars feel so close

 

I don't know what the reserve is, but expect to pay a premium for an LT-1; numbers matching also (whether LT-1 or not). You can find a "good, solid, reliable convertible" for a lot cheaper if you sacrifice either (or both) of these things. Once you drive an LT-1 though your search criteria may change going forward

 

Now you have me really wanting to bid on this vette!

Are you sure you dont work for the dealer?

Thanks for the post...

 

A) Do your homework on the originality/condition of the car
B) Don't get emotional
C) Find out why this has not sold in previous auctions
D) Ask seller as many questions as you can
E) Don't get emotional!!!

 

I sure wish they had taken a good picture of the engine pad rather than the logo on the floor mat.
A lamb in wolf's clothing? Maybe a wolf with a heart transplant!? Maybe a wolf, but not enough information to tell.
Regards,
Alan

 

According to the listing it is matching numbers, but doesnt really give any details about the vehicle

 

Remember, it is not an emotional matter till it is over, stay cool and good luck.

 

As what their definition of matching numbers is.

cc

 

You mean there are several definitions of "matching numbers"?

Wow..this really is a steep learning curve for me

 

There's several dozen that I know of. Some people have at least two, depending if they're buying, selling, or just nit picking.

'Numbers matching' does NOT necessarily mean original engine!

 

Gotcha, thanks for the heads up. I'll give the dealer a call for more info.

 

Hi Mark,
That's what I meant in my little joke.
A lamb in 'wolf's clothing' would be a car that wasn't EVER an LT'! till it got this new motor.
A wolf with a 'heart transplant' would be a car that was originally an LT-!, but has a replacement "numbers matching" motor.
A wolf still has the LT-! engine that it left St. Louis with.
A 71 lamb is a 350/270.
All this matters when you decide which version you want AND WHAT YOU PAY FOR!!!!
All three versions are worth very different money to different people.
Regards,
Alan

PS: This is why I continue to suggest you have someone knowledgable look at the cars with you.

 

And you expect the to know the difference and tell the truth?

 

I wouldn't buy a car that looks like it has had some extensive restoration on areas done but failed to replace the front and gas cap flags!!!!

 

Before investing any time or money into flying out to see the car I would ask to see pictures of the engine pad stamping...looking for broach marks and any red flags with the stamping. In addition to that I would make sure the engine block casting date aligns with date on the engine pad (engine assembly date), and that both align with the body build date on the trim tag. Often times with a restamp they don't even bother to pay attention to these details but just restamp any old block disregarding the dates. Pictures of the frame, especially near the kick-up area around the rear tires are a must, as well as pictures of the windshield post looking for evidence of rust problems. If you can get the seller to pull the kick panels for you even better...but you may get resistance. That was one of the first things i did when posting my car for sale, and i think someone who really wants to sell and wants to show off a clean birdcage would/should do it.

There are several tell tale signs of an authentic LT-1, and since this one doesn't have original docs be very skeptical and pay even closer attention to these details so you don't buy a fake. Below is a thread that does a really nice job describing what to look for on an LT-1.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-g...-tomorrow.html
After getting pictures of the frame, engine stamping and getting verbal confirmation on as many of the things on the list that you can, I would take a trip to Vegas to go see it in person, or hire someone who is knowledgeable about these cars to do it for you (or even better do both!). That is assuming the asking price is realistic to begin with. Since it's a dealer and the listing has been up a number of times i have a hunch the price is going to be high

Good luck

Paul