FINALLY got a C3!!! '78...
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FINALLY got a C3!!!
Well after wanting a C3 Stingray since I was a young kid I finally got one! Ok so maybe it's only been 10 years of longing, but I can't tell you how many times I've *almost* got one only for it to slip through my fingers.
I also happen to like the fastback look better than the earlier years (except 68 & 69).
Previous owner was restoring it but didn't finish. It's got a rebuilt engine with a few HP tweaks such as headers, intake, cam. And a new suspension.
Cosmetically it needs a new interior and paint, and the brakes don't work very well. Otherwise it runs great!
Pics can tried to be viewed on my FB profile. (let me know if it doesn't work)
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...type=3&theater
I also happen to like the fastback look better than the earlier years (except 68 & 69).
Previous owner was restoring it but didn't finish. It's got a rebuilt engine with a few HP tweaks such as headers, intake, cam. And a new suspension.
Cosmetically it needs a new interior and paint, and the brakes don't work very well. Otherwise it runs great!
Pics can tried to be viewed on my FB profile. (let me know if it doesn't work)
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...type=3&theater
Last edited by Steel_Venom; Nov 25, 2019 at 10:00 AM.
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Congrats....owned a L48 red 78 ...oh in about 1980 for 6 months......never an issue car ran perfect, traded it for a 79 4spd L82 black car I couldn't do without at the time....LoL 
ya want a see about brakes that don't work well ASAP ....LOL ...
ya want a see about brakes that don't work well ASAP ....LOL ...
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Thanks guys!!
I'm making good progress- I've ripped out most of the interior trim. It's in good shape; I just want to dye it from red to black with yellow. (I'm going to have it painted Millennium Yellow)
Haven't looked into the brakes yet. I have been hearing a short in a wire that I believe runs to the horn and then also one in the center console shifter area. Both of these shorts are on the CTSY CLK fuse...I just cant find the *exact* source. But, my searching is what prompted the interior removal as I tracked it down lol.
jdbuddy- I really like your '79! I am getting an 80's rear bumper for mine too and would like to squeeze in the front spoiler...and an l88 hood...Ok the last 2 probably won't happen for a while. But the rear bumper is on the way!
But I LOVE this car. I've wanted one for soooo long. And this one is awesome.
I'm making good progress- I've ripped out most of the interior trim. It's in good shape; I just want to dye it from red to black with yellow. (I'm going to have it painted Millennium Yellow)
Haven't looked into the brakes yet. I have been hearing a short in a wire that I believe runs to the horn and then also one in the center console shifter area. Both of these shorts are on the CTSY CLK fuse...I just cant find the *exact* source. But, my searching is what prompted the interior removal as I tracked it down lol.
jdbuddy- I really like your '79! I am getting an 80's rear bumper for mine too and would like to squeeze in the front spoiler...and an l88 hood...Ok the last 2 probably won't happen for a while. But the rear bumper is on the way!
But I LOVE this car. I've wanted one for soooo long. And this one is awesome.
