Auction 1975 corvette
Racer
Joined: Nov 2008
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You'll find that the more information you can provide, the better folks here can assist . . photos go a long, long way in helping define your version of "good shape" and someone elses.
What city? Big difference between spending it's life in Cleveland - or Phoenix in terms of possible rust in the frame- the kick ups by the rear wheels are a good indicator and you should be concerned about rust in theframe and supports around the widnshield.
Which engine? Low Hp L-48 had painted valve covers from the factory, L82 350 is finned aluminum. 4 speed or auto? AC? Hard top or rag top? Color- there's a trim plate by the hinge on the driver's door that has the original interior color and trim (leather or standard) and the original paint code on the car. Do some research, take the color codes with you- it makes a big difference to a purist on value.
Ideally, you should have sufficient expertise to determine if the body seams and body strips are original to indicate whether the cars been hit- if so, properly repaired....then there's basic phsyical condition - - worn seats, bad carpet and cracked door panels will run you $2k to replace. If you won't have an opporunity to drive it or hear it run - that's probably a $5-8k variable iof you have to rebuild major components.
So-- nobody's trying to give you a hard time - - simply help you get better educated so you make an informed purchase.
That said-- if it's in absolutely pristine shape, completely original and unrestored, looks like it rolled off the showroom floor and purrs like a swiss watch- expect to pay $30k or better. If it looks like you probably shouldn't try driving it home but maybe it's restorable- something well under $10. Obviously- there's a big "it depends" space here.
If it looks reasonably well cared for, pretty original, no rust and has the optional L82, air, windows and leather - - mid to upper teens.
Sorry not to be able to give you more - if you put your city in your profile, maybe there will be a forum member offer to go with you and provide better on-site counsel. And take a look in the "cars for sale" section to get a better idea on values - -even EBay helps.
Good luck!
EDIT: just for grins- compare your car to this one - - it's a pretty solid example and priced in the high teens.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3s-...ble-vette.html
What city? Big difference between spending it's life in Cleveland - or Phoenix in terms of possible rust in the frame- the kick ups by the rear wheels are a good indicator and you should be concerned about rust in theframe and supports around the widnshield.
Which engine? Low Hp L-48 had painted valve covers from the factory, L82 350 is finned aluminum. 4 speed or auto? AC? Hard top or rag top? Color- there's a trim plate by the hinge on the driver's door that has the original interior color and trim (leather or standard) and the original paint code on the car. Do some research, take the color codes with you- it makes a big difference to a purist on value.
Ideally, you should have sufficient expertise to determine if the body seams and body strips are original to indicate whether the cars been hit- if so, properly repaired....then there's basic phsyical condition - - worn seats, bad carpet and cracked door panels will run you $2k to replace. If you won't have an opporunity to drive it or hear it run - that's probably a $5-8k variable iof you have to rebuild major components.
So-- nobody's trying to give you a hard time - - simply help you get better educated so you make an informed purchase.
That said-- if it's in absolutely pristine shape, completely original and unrestored, looks like it rolled off the showroom floor and purrs like a swiss watch- expect to pay $30k or better. If it looks like you probably shouldn't try driving it home but maybe it's restorable- something well under $10. Obviously- there's a big "it depends" space here.
If it looks reasonably well cared for, pretty original, no rust and has the optional L82, air, windows and leather - - mid to upper teens.
Sorry not to be able to give you more - if you put your city in your profile, maybe there will be a forum member offer to go with you and provide better on-site counsel. And take a look in the "cars for sale" section to get a better idea on values - -even EBay helps.
Good luck!
EDIT: just for grins- compare your car to this one - - it's a pretty solid example and priced in the high teens.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3s-...ble-vette.html
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jan 2003
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From: Shreveport LA
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FYI...At the beginning of this year, I had to have my 75 Vert, automatic appraised for insurance purposes and it appraised for $39,000
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