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options info
is there any way to find out what options came on a 1974 vette?
is there an rpo sheet somewere in the car like im used to seeing on camaros?
also is there any way to get a replacement trim tag thats missing off the drivers door pillar?
is there an rpo sheet somewere in the car like im used to seeing on camaros?
also is there any way to get a replacement trim tag thats missing off the drivers door pillar?
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...is there an rpo sheet somewere in the car like im used to seeing on camaros?...
...also is there any way to get a replacement trim tag thats missing off the drivers door pillar?...
Can you contact the seller and see if he/she has the tag and any documentation for the car? You could try a title search. Titles sometimes list exterior color.
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You can get reproductions of ANYTHING. But, determining what information should be on that trim plate, etc. is more difficult. Prior to the Corvette being produced at the Bowling Green, KY plant, there was no effort by St. Louis to retain any info on previously produced cars. So, the build sheets (placed in the cars in various locations), the window sticker, and the original order sheet were the only valid reference documents on how a new Corvette was configured. Once at Bowling Green, that Corvette plant (and now the Corvette Museum) maintained the build records for all vehicles produced.
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You can get reproductions of ANYTHING. But, determining what information should be on that trim plate, etc. is more difficult. Prior to the Corvette being produced at the Bowling Green, KY plant, there was no effort by St. Louis to retain any info on previously produced cars. So, the build sheets (placed in the cars in various locations), the window sticker, and the original order sheet were the only valid reference documents on how a new Corvette was configured. Once at Bowling Green, that Corvette plant (and now the Corvette Museum) maintained the build records for all vehicles produced.
I do believe prior to 77 you are out of luck.
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Hey blacdog,
I am not sure about your goals with your '74, but some organizations do not treat replacement trim tags as other reproduction parts. For instance, your car could possibly be deemed a counterfeit by NCRS.
I am not sure about your goals with your '74, but some organizations do not treat replacement trim tags as other reproduction parts. For instance, your car could possibly be deemed a counterfeit by NCRS.
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would mainly like to know all the info on it such as options, original color. i do have the order sheet from the dealer were it was ordered in april 1974 and do have a few owners names and addresses but was mainly wanting some option any and the best way to find it
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http://web-cars.com/corvette/options...ptionyear=1974
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If you have the order sheet, it should indicate the colors the buyer wanted and the options he/she wanted to add.
http://web-cars.com/corvette/options...ptionyear=1974
http://web-cars.com/corvette/options...ptionyear=1974
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That's unfortunate, but I would spend a lot of time deciphering his hand writing, it is the supporting evidence you need for that trim tag. If not, the build sheet, as Mike mentioned, is your next best bet. Good luck!
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all i can tell mainly id the car was ordered medium red??? im assuming thats a burgundy??? the car is burgundy now and the guy i got it from said it was repainted the original color but not sure. id just like to know everything about it as this is my first vette. the interior is tan so im assuming neutral or saddle?? id just like to find out every little detail i can on it.
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all i can tell mainly id the car was ordered medium red??? im assuming thats a burgundy??? the car is burgundy now and the guy i got it from said it was repainted the original color but not sure. id just like to know everything about it as this is my first vette. the interior is tan so im assuming neutral or saddle?? id just like to find out every little detail i can on it.
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That's could be a long shot. Good luck.
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sorry for all the dumb questions, again this is my first vette and seems everything is different from all the camaros ive owned over the years. i appreciate all the help and info
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Hey Blacdog,
Your next best option is the fuel tank build sheet. It is piece of paper with typewriter print listing your options that was glued to the gas tank. I do not think the fuel tank shield started until '75, so take a flash light, gently pull aside the filler neck around your gas cap and hope you find it on top of the tank. If you do, the best/safest method to remove it is to drop the tank. It will be very fragile, and most likely very hard to read as well.
If you really feel like a mess, some have found the build sheet between their gauges behind their dash.
Goodluck.
Your next best option is the fuel tank build sheet. It is piece of paper with typewriter print listing your options that was glued to the gas tank. I do not think the fuel tank shield started until '75, so take a flash light, gently pull aside the filler neck around your gas cap and hope you find it on top of the tank. If you do, the best/safest method to remove it is to drop the tank. It will be very fragile, and most likely very hard to read as well.
If you really feel like a mess, some have found the build sheet between their gauges behind their dash.
Goodluck.
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Hey Blacdog,
Your next best option is the fuel tank build sheet. It is piece of paper with typewriter print listing your options that was glued to the gas tank. I do not think the fuel tank shield started until '75, so take a flash light, gently pull aside the filler neck around your gas cap and hope you find it on top of the tank. If you do, the best/safest method to remove it is to drop the tank. It will be very fragile, and most likely very hard to read as well.
If you really feel like a mess, some have found the build sheet between their gauges behind their dash.
Goodluck.
Your next best option is the fuel tank build sheet. It is piece of paper with typewriter print listing your options that was glued to the gas tank. I do not think the fuel tank shield started until '75, so take a flash light, gently pull aside the filler neck around your gas cap and hope you find it on top of the tank. If you do, the best/safest method to remove it is to drop the tank. It will be very fragile, and most likely very hard to read as well.
If you really feel like a mess, some have found the build sheet between their gauges behind their dash.
Goodluck.
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ill take a peak but the guy i got it from told me the tank was replaced sometime ago
i think the car sat some, as it only has about 93,000 miles on it according to the title
