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Old Jun 16, 2014 | 02:08 PM
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Thinking of purchasing my first car and I found a 79 corvette for $6950 I was wondering if this was a good deal and what I should look out for when I go look at it
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Old Jun 16, 2014 | 02:17 PM
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If you know nothing about all the little "IDIOTSYNCRISES" of a C3 you'd best beg , borrow, or kidnap someone to go with you that does, dont buy on emotion, the wrong car can be a money pit. Buy the best one you can afford, & enjoy it.

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Old Jun 17, 2014 | 02:13 AM
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Yup, read the sticky, it'll help a lot with what to look for... And it all depends on the mods , condition, and if it's what you want... ;-)
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Old Jun 17, 2014 | 09:00 AM
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Not trying to talk you out of it, but..
I would really not recommend one of these cars for somebody's first car or only car.
Glad you are interested in them, though. I would really look at something that might not be as cool, but cheaper and more reliable to operate. Keep your love for the corvette, and learn about them and then take your time finding the right one.
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