C3 Chrome bumper years
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C3 Chrome bumper years
Finally, Hagerty insurance released a report solidly acknowledging it's not just a blip on the screen showing a sharp and steady increase in '68 to 1972, it's been a solid, accountable catch up in the Early C3 collectible market. All indications point to a further rise and justified increase in collector interest.
Auctions are a typical market tool for establishing the collector car environment, a substantial indicator of establishing market value. At the most resent Barrette/Jackson CC Auction in Scottsdale, AZ Chrome bumper C3's sold for the mid $20,000 to low $40,000 (buyers hammer price). Similar net results have been recorded throughout the top 12 CC auctions for the 2 year period starting 1/31/15 to date.
Well this explains why I can't find a numbers matching fully loaded 4 speed w/ A/C in turn key condition for less than $19,000
Auctions are a typical market tool for establishing the collector car environment, a substantial indicator of establishing market value. At the most resent Barrette/Jackson CC Auction in Scottsdale, AZ Chrome bumper C3's sold for the mid $20,000 to low $40,000 (buyers hammer price). Similar net results have been recorded throughout the top 12 CC auctions for the 2 year period starting 1/31/15 to date.
Well this explains why I can't find a numbers matching fully loaded 4 speed w/ A/C in turn key condition for less than $19,000
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Finally, Hagerty insurance released a report solidly acknowledging it's not just a blip on the screen showing a sharp and steady increase in '68 to 1972, it's been a solid, accountable catch up in the Early C3 collectible market. All indications point to a further rise and justified increase in collector interest.
Auctions are a typical market tool for establishing the collector car environment, a substantial indicator of establishing market value. At the most resent Barrette/Jackson CC Auction in Scottsdale, AZ Chrome bumper C3's sold for the mid $20,000 to low $40,000 (buyers hammer price). Similar net results have been recorded throughout the top 12 CC auctions for the 2 year period starting 1/31/15 to date.
Well this explains why I can't find a numbers matching fully loaded 4 speed w/ A/C in turn key condition for less than $19,000
Auctions are a typical market tool for establishing the collector car environment, a substantial indicator of establishing market value. At the most resent Barrette/Jackson CC Auction in Scottsdale, AZ Chrome bumper C3's sold for the mid $20,000 to low $40,000 (buyers hammer price). Similar net results have been recorded throughout the top 12 CC auctions for the 2 year period starting 1/31/15 to date.
Well this explains why I can't find a numbers matching fully loaded 4 speed w/ A/C in turn key condition for less than $19,000
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I had a young man ask me if I'd be interested in selling my 68 BB in my avatar.
I told him no. What would I replace it with was my follow up to him.
He had a blank stare.....I said exactly.
I've got the right car
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I told him no. What would I replace it with was my follow up to him.
He had a blank stare.....I said exactly.
I've got the right car
Marshal
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It has taken awhile but I believe people are beginning to see the '68-72 cars in much the same way as the '63-67 cars. They are very special and the automotive world really began changing in '73. This was not only true with Corvettes but others too. Look at a '72 Chevelle and a '73. There have been some great Vettes since 1972 but in my opinion the classic styling had left the building.
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Finally, Hagerty insurance released a report solidly acknowledging it's not just a blip on the screen showing a sharp and steady increase in '68 to 1972, it's been a solid, accountable catch up in the Early C3 collectible market. All indications point to a further rise and justified increase in collector interest.
Auctions are a typical market tool for establishing the collector car environment, a substantial indicator of establishing market value. At the most resent Barrette/Jackson CC Auction in Scottsdale, AZ Chrome bumper C3's sold for the mid $20,000 to low $40,000 (buyers hammer price). Similar net results have been recorded throughout the top 12 CC auctions for the 2 year period starting 1/31/15 to date.
Well this explains why I can't find a numbers matching fully loaded 4 speed w/ A/C in turn key condition for less than $19,000
Auctions are a typical market tool for establishing the collector car environment, a substantial indicator of establishing market value. At the most resent Barrette/Jackson CC Auction in Scottsdale, AZ Chrome bumper C3's sold for the mid $20,000 to low $40,000 (buyers hammer price). Similar net results have been recorded throughout the top 12 CC auctions for the 2 year period starting 1/31/15 to date.
Well this explains why I can't find a numbers matching fully loaded 4 speed w/ A/C in turn key condition for less than $19,000
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With my Hagerty renewal they suggested that I should increase the agreed value of the car by $1,000 for another $7/year (an offer they have never made in the previous 8 years).
Maybe values really are increasing, or maybe Hagerty is trying to sell more insurance?
Maybe values really are increasing, or maybe Hagerty is trying to sell more insurance?
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Speaking of Hagerty Classic car insurance, after owning my '71 LS5 Convertible for 41 years, I finally switched over to classic car insurance last October. After reviewing the pictures of the car, the Hagerty agent wanted to insure it for $50K. I was thinking more like $35K, so we agreed on $40K.
It does appear that the C3 market is soft at the moment, but maybe someday it will improve.
It does appear that the C3 market is soft at the moment, but maybe someday it will improve.
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chrome bumper C3 commercial
Chrome bumper C3 buyers coming of the age with some extra money for play toys, maybe? And the economy maybe going to get better?
I hope so!
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I hope so!
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Which year do you prefer
I know this is a very opinionated question, but I'm curious what would be considered the best year/option between '68 and 72'. Not looking at most valuable or rarest, instead looking for which would be the best for under $30K as an occasional driver car? I'm looking a purchasing soon and trying to decided. I really want a convertible, if there is one year that is better than another.
Thanks,
Keith
Thanks,
Keith
