New owner, 1978 Vette
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New owner, 1978 Vette
I'm a proud new owner of a 1978 Vette. She's got a 350 out of a 1970 Vette, 4 speed, fresh 2011 Jet Stream Blue Corvette paint, and original saffron interior. I'm very happy, and so far there's only a few minor things that need working; the latch that allows the seat backs to pivot is broken on the passenger side, turn signal solenoids are bad, the overhead light is out, and most unfortunately...she has the stock exhaust! She's too quiet. She runs great though, doesn't pull to either side, and looks even better! I'm so excited. 19 years old, and I already own one of my favorite cars. 
She needed a bit of gas on the way home, so I figured I'd snap a couple pics as she was getting filled up
She needed a bit of gas on the way home, so I figured I'd snap a couple pics as she was getting filled up
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From: Federal Way WA
Thanks! I'm ecstatic. I'm hoping to get all the minor stuff squared away so I can work on the fun stuff, like exhaust and engine work. I forgot to include that the seller included a new L82 front spoiler, an unopened very nice stereo deck, and a new set of interior t top panels. Altogether, I was very pleased.
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From: Federal Way WA
Total I paid $7000. He was asking 10k, but he was getting out of the navy, and needed to sell her. Overall, I feel like I got a killer deal, and am very happy with the car. Basically no rust, either. Already fixed the turn signals.
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