73 value question....ballpark
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Drifting
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73 value question....ballpark
what would a numbers matching 1973 convertible in driver condition be worth. looking for a ballpark kinda figure. i was told recently i bought the car too high....and also heard too low.
i am sure this will have as many answers as there are forum members, but im still curious what you guys think.
paint chips
new soft top
hard top
80k miles
all original except the carb
numerous small flaw (not an NCRS car)
i am sure this will have as many answers as there are forum members, but im still curious what you guys think.
paint chips
new soft top
hard top
80k miles
all original except the carb
numerous small flaw (not an NCRS car)
Team Owner
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Hi bn,
An all original, except for carb, car, IS an NCRS car.
The NCRS loves ORIGINAL cars and is very lenient about flaws and condition.
IF it really is ORIGINAL it could have a surprising value to NCRS types.
I think some pictures and details would get you some thoughts on value.
Regards,
Alan
An all original, except for carb, car, IS an NCRS car.
The NCRS loves ORIGINAL cars and is very lenient about flaws and condition.
IF it really is ORIGINAL it could have a surprising value to NCRS types.
I think some pictures and details would get you some thoughts on value.
Regards,
Alan
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Drifting
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Yes, all original. I assume there are many small things like nuts and bolts that have been replaced. Most wear items I am sure have been replaced. The interior show it's age but is still nice. There were some mice in the console and the cars smells a little like mouse pee. The rear is original and needs to be rebuilt but is not chronic. All the bushings are due for replacement. The front bumper is a reproduction. It has been painted once in the original color and it's a 10 footer. A very unmolested vette.
I am at the classic crossroad with a car like this. What to replace and how. I'll start another thread about that.
Pics to come soon.
I am at the classic crossroad with a car like this. What to replace and how. I'll start another thread about that.
Pics to come soon.
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Drifting
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pics...
http://s868.photobucket.com/albums/ab242/PASKS/
the hard top is not original to the car. the bumper has been painted. the rear deck lid was replaced because the latch was broken but i have the original.
http://s868.photobucket.com/albums/ab242/PASKS/
the hard top is not original to the car. the bumper has been painted. the rear deck lid was replaced because the latch was broken but i have the original.
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Just glancing quickly at the engine compartment, I see expensive stuff missing, incorrect replacement parts and signs that the engine has been gone over at least once.
Not picking on you, but saying that 'it's all original' is not quite accurate which makes it difficult to guess a value.
Not picking on you, but saying that 'it's all original' is not quite accurate which makes it difficult to guess a value.
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Drifting
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From: PA
Just glancing quickly at the engine compartment, I see expensive stuff missing, incorrect replacement parts and signs that the engine has been gone over at least once.
Not picking on you, but saying that 'it's all original' is not quite accurate which makes it difficult to guess a value.
Not picking on you, but saying that 'it's all original' is not quite accurate which makes it difficult to guess a value.
Besides the ac compressor....
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From the engine bay pic:
Smog system is gone completely ($1500+)
EGR valve?
incorrect intake manifold(?)
water pump originally from a truck
incorrect valve covers
strange breather(?)
chromed air cleaner lid
incorrect rad cap
service replacement wipers arms
Smog system is gone completely ($1500+)
EGR valve?
incorrect intake manifold(?)
water pump originally from a truck
incorrect valve covers
strange breather(?)
chromed air cleaner lid
incorrect rad cap
service replacement wipers arms
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From: Tolland CT
. What engine does it have (L82 or base)?
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Drifting
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i LOVE it...i guess i am just looking for some ammunition for a few nay-sayers. its a base engine with a bump in cam. engine has 2000k on the rebuild and there is only surface rust from what i can see. i bought at 13.5k and will have 16k in her when done for now....someday will redo the interior....maybe a piece at a time.
on a side note...should i keep all the worn interior parts when they are replaced ? i keep EVERYTHING else in bag and tag storage, but is there any value to worn interior parts ?
on a side note...should i keep all the worn interior parts when they are replaced ? i keep EVERYTHING else in bag and tag storage, but is there any value to worn interior parts ?
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I think it should be 25K ;-).
I'm prejudiced, since I have a 73 very similar except mine is a "body off". My frame / chassis restoration was 11K alone...
I have yet to figure out how these cars got so low in value. I'm invested at 30.5K and I'm not done yet.
Sorry for the rant...
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i LOVE it...i guess i am just looking for some ammunition for a few nay-sayers. its a base engine with a bump in cam. engine has 2000k on the rebuild and there is only surface rust from what i can see. i bought at 13.5k and will have 16k in her when done for now....someday will redo the interior....maybe a piece at a time.
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