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bear what shape is your car in and what all are you wanting done? The other big question is what is your budget because those guys get $100 an hour and a full resto is easily $40,000 - $50,000 and that might get you close to original.
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Thanks for the information so far.
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Well... it's in pretty bad shape. Long story short, I bought the car from someone who misled me to the condition. The more I take apart the worst it gets. Broke my back 2 years ago during the buying process and wasn't able to crawl over the car as I should have. Retired from the Air Force due to the injury and just not able to do the things I once could. Looking for a daily driver restoration not a show car or even back to new car. Just want the car safe and reliable to drive.
Thanks for the information so far.
Thanks for the information so far.
The reason I ask is.....I had to immediately spend $2,500 once I put my 1st-time project car on jackstands.....carpet/leather seat covers/seals/bearings/rebuild brakes/service engine, transmission, differential/chrome parts/etc....to get the car looking presentable and safe to drive (haven't done body work or refreshed paint yet/another $1500 if I learn to do it myself.
The point is....you could actually buy a car that is in better shape for another $4,000 more and save your back!
Think it over and let us know what your plan will be.
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it is sad that sellers take advantage of uninformed buyers.with that being said information is readily available and at no cost. Buyers beware and beware at even the most prestigious auctions
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I cannot explain why, but for some reason the most dishonest of folks deal in older C3 Corvettes. There is everything from forged documents to falsely stamping date codes on parts. I have seen more scams in the last 6 months than I have in my entire life. I, like you, was burned when I purchased my car. I have a thread going that shows the issues and progress so far, I hope your issues are not to the same extreme. It is certainly a lot of heavy lifting.