There is a C3 (my first) in my garage...
10-29-2014, 11:40 PM
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There is a C3 (my first) in my garage...
Looks like I need to get a moderator to change my username, as I just traded my 84 C4 on this 79 C3. It is somewhat of a project, but mechanically it is very sound, and there is no rust on the frame or any birdcage issues. Time to start digging in! I feel like I am a newbie all over again!
10-30-2014, 12:03 AM
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2024 Corvette of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
2023 C7 of the Year Winner - Unmodified
2022 C7 of the Year Finalist - Modified
2020 C7 of the Year Finalist -- Modified
Sweet. 
10-30-2014, 12:04 AM
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Thank you! No, the interior will need to be completely restored. That is the "project" part of the car. Actually, I intend on removing the spoilers and having it repainted as well... Essentially a complete transformation.
10-30-2014, 12:11 AM
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If the interior is not totally thrashed, May I suggest just waiting until late next Fall? Depending on whether you think you can finish this by next Spring, you might be working on it, instead of driving it and enjoying it. If you can get er done, then by all means go for it!
10-30-2014, 02:25 AM
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Melting Slicks
How much cash did you get on the trade?
We'll miss you in C4.
We'll miss you in C4.
10-30-2014, 07:21 AM
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I was going to compliment you on having BOTH rear and front spoilers, if you remove them I would be interested in the front one. Is your car black? We only have the rear one and I do plan on adding the front.
10-30-2014, 10:02 AM
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Melting Slicks
Beautiful Corvette!!
Beautiful Corvette!
Yep, I had a 93 Ruby Red and it was great, but the looks of a C3 are one of a kind, not many other body designs are even close to being so distinctive!!
Congratulations and Enjoy!!
Yep, I had a 93 Ruby Red and it was great, but the looks of a C3 are one of a kind, not many other body designs are even close to being so distinctive!!
Congratulations and Enjoy!!
10-30-2014, 10:47 AM
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The best thing in the world a person can do is trade a c4 up to any c3...
I love the ncrs tag on a modded car...
It's personal taste but the 74-79's look better with the pace car spoilers...
I love the ncrs tag on a modded car...
It's personal taste but the 74-79's look better with the pace car spoilers...
10-30-2014, 10:49 AM
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10-30-2014, 10:50 AM
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10-30-2014, 04:46 PM
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I do plan on removing the spoilers... I will PM you when I do. The rear spoiler is a little wavy, so it definitely has to go. I am having a hard time finding out exactly HOW it comes off. I know there are 2 bolts for the sides, and 6 studs/bolts on the top of deck, but not sure how they attach to the fiberglass. Any pointers?
10-30-2014, 04:47 PM
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10-30-2014, 04:50 PM
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Actually the car is a very dark blue, even darker than navy blue. It looks black until you get up close. When I have it repainted, I think I will be going with black. Since the interior is shot, I think I am just going to go with red, which has always been my favorite color for an interior anyway. I love how it contrasts with the black...
