Corvette Magazine 2011 C3 values
Instructor
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I think the Silver Anniversary paint color was an option for $400 or $500 and I am aware of the significant differences between the standard T-cops coupe and the Pace Car, but honestly this is the first time I have heard of another model. I have owned my 78 for 25 years ..... I go to a lot of cruise in's and shows but I guess I'm not very observant.
Melting Slicks
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Not to steal the thread but shouldnt there be a value to having a 4spd. I have a 78 close ratio 4spd for which only 3385 were sold ( 4773 wide ratio). Can I add another $1000 to the value 
The magazine prices are fun to look. For those new to corvettes, it gives @ a price to start with. If it sits in your garage for a year with no takers, then assume you overpriced the car in this market.
There are only two models in 78. Silver anniversary was a paint job option B2Z
The magazine prices are fun to look. For those new to corvettes, it gives @ a price to start with. If it sits in your garage for a year with no takers, then assume you overpriced the car in this market.
There are only two models in 78. Silver anniversary was a paint job option B2Z
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Nope. The aluminum wheels were always optional and cost you extra. Ralley wheels were standard through 82.
Hey Folks; price guides come out every year. Their only purpose is to sell magazines.
Hey Folks; price guides come out every year. Their only purpose is to sell magazines.
Last edited by Easy Mike; Mar 1, 2011 at 10:24 AM.
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St. Jude Donor '10
Not to steal the thread but shouldnt there be a value to having a 4spd. I have a 78 close ratio 4spd for which only 3385 were sold ( 4773 wide ratio). Can I add another $1000 to the value
The magazine prices are fun to look. For those new to corvettes, it gives @ a price to start with. If it sits in your garage for a year with no takers, then assume you overpriced the car in this market.
There are only two models in 78. Silver anniversary was a paint job option B2Z
The magazine prices are fun to look. For those new to corvettes, it gives @ a price to start with. If it sits in your garage for a year with no takers, then assume you overpriced the car in this market.
There are only two models in 78. Silver anniversary was a paint job option B2Z
Now, in terms of desireability...that's a different matter.
Bobby
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Melting Slicks
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2024 C3 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
Actually, our cars are worth what MANY people are willing to pay for them, not just what Joe Blow down the block low-ball offers over beers when you happen to mention that you can't afford the car and need to sell before Saturday.
Distressed sales distort the true market value and are referred to as liquidation value.As with anything else, the more people that are made aware of your car being on the market, coupled with the more time that it is exposed to the market, will more than likely bring a higher selling price. At market sales define the true market value.
End of Appraising 101 lecture for today.
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St. Jude Donor '09-'10-'11
The C3 prices I believe are just rolling through the years. A few years ago the least valuable was the 75 coupe - just the market moving up in year.
