What's wrong with this car?
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2nd Gear
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From: fairfax va
What's wrong with this car?
I've been lurking for a while gathering information before purchasing my first vette. I've decided that the 78-81 is the body style I desire. Prefer the L-82 and a 4sp is a must. Looking for an all original interior/paint/numbers matching car with less than 40K miles. My budget is 15K. This car, as best I can tell, has been for sale since 2008? My search on the forum is they have a good reputation except the ask for top dollar. I'm I being realistic in my search criteria and budget? Thanks in advance. Greg
http://www.coffeescorvettes.com/vehd...ock=197_smiths
http://www.coffeescorvettes.com/vehd...ock=197_smiths
Racer
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I have a 78 numbers matching l82 4 speed that im almost finished restoring that im going to be selling for way less than that (im under your budget). Engine has been totally rebuilt, new clutch, entirely new brake system, etc. Its silver/black with a brand new oyster interior. I cut no corners ever and do things right the first time around. Let me know if you might be interested. It
Last edited by Bagpype; Jan 4, 2013 at 11:08 PM.
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Hi grb,
From the PICTURES it looks like the car hasn't been molested.
That's VERY attractive to a FEW buyers.
Thus the PRICE, and the period of TIME you think it's been for sale.
Regards,
Alan
From the PICTURES it looks like the car hasn't been molested.
That's VERY attractive to a FEW buyers.
Thus the PRICE, and the period of TIME you think it's been for sale.
Regards,
Alan
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Hi Greg,
In your last post adding that you like original/unrestored cars makes me think that this is the type of car that you'd be interested in.
Some people want a 'rare' car, (originality is just one thing that may make a car rare), and are willing to pay for that.
FROM THE PICTURES it looks like this car is 'rare' because of it's completeness.
Many people who like an original car want it to have the original tires, exhaust, and maybe even the production line filters, belts, hoses, etc. still on it. Thus they're also looking for very low mile cars. This car may have had some of these things changed due to it's milage.
Might still be the car for you though.
Regards,
Alan
In your last post adding that you like original/unrestored cars makes me think that this is the type of car that you'd be interested in.
Some people want a 'rare' car, (originality is just one thing that may make a car rare), and are willing to pay for that.
FROM THE PICTURES it looks like this car is 'rare' because of it's completeness.
Many people who like an original car want it to have the original tires, exhaust, and maybe even the production line filters, belts, hoses, etc. still on it. Thus they're also looking for very low mile cars. This car may have had some of these things changed due to it's milage.
Might still be the car for you though.
Regards,
Alan
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St. Jude Donor '06
Beautiful car.
For that kind of money, the seller should be willing to have it NCRS judged and post the results.
Good Luck with your search. you are looking at the right time to buy.
The later model Vettes have been getting a lot of attention due to the rising prices of the earlier chrome bumper cars.
Go to a Mecum auction. (look them up online)
You will be amazed at what is selling and what it sells for. Spend a grand to find the perfect car for you and you will save tenfold that making the car you settle for the way you want it.
For that kind of money, the seller should be willing to have it NCRS judged and post the results.
Good Luck with your search. you are looking at the right time to buy.
The later model Vettes have been getting a lot of attention due to the rising prices of the earlier chrome bumper cars.
Go to a Mecum auction. (look them up online)
You will be amazed at what is selling and what it sells for. Spend a grand to find the perfect car for you and you will save tenfold that making the car you settle for the way you want it.
Melting Slicks
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From: Northeast
There is a C3 for sale forum here. Just type in 1979 or 1980 or ? in the search this forum and there will be a few hits.
Saw this, don't know anything about it or if it is still for sale. States motivated, perhaps to lower his price:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3s-...82-4speed.html
Saw this, don't know anything about it or if it is still for sale. States motivated, perhaps to lower his price:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3s-...82-4speed.html
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From: MISSISSAUGA ONTARIO
TORONTO area auto trader list an original 24,000 mile pace car with everything perfect for less about the same money its been for sale for about a year and really looks perfect with full documentation...sorry I dont remember the engine tranny combo but check it out if its right it would be cheaper and much rarer than the basic silver anniversary
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