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Old Jun 30, 2017 | 08:53 AM
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There is no question in my mind the car is a true LT1 and the engine block matches. The down side is I don't know yet how much of the details are missing. There is no ignition shielding, wrong valve covers, carb, intake? Someone already noted the distributor. This makes it a good driver candidate but as far as getting it to a point of NCRS judging would be rather expensive.
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Old Jun 30, 2017 | 09:01 AM
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Ref your original post. If you don't buy this car you don't really want one.
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Old Jul 1, 2017 | 08:41 AM
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Ref your original post. If you don't buy this car you don't really want one.
Well a lot has changed since I searched for my first Corvette. I now have a 64 which is "almost" completely redone. So I am not really in the best position to buy another. Garage space, expendable funds, time, among other things are all different. I'm away on vacation now and noodling on this quite a bit. Oh, and I have made an offer.....
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I've decided for various reasons not to pursue this car further. It is a great solid car but the flares on the rear fenders could cost too much to remove. There are also a lot of engine parts missing. Lastly, I do not need another old Corvette in my life at this time.
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Old Jul 13, 2017 | 05:33 PM
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Just for reference, this car should be in the low 30's, I'm guessing.
That gives someone else a chance..... Thanks for the thread..
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Pretty cool car. It would make a great driver with a little tlc and a bunch of money.
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I wouldn't write a check for a '70 or '71 LT-1 without proven REAL factory docs., period.


Good luck!


Or said in an other way, no real factory docs = std 1971 Corvette 350/270
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Old Aug 23, 2017 | 10:51 AM
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Or said in an other way, no real factory docs = std 1971 Corvette 350/270
I'm sure the tank sticker is still in place... if it can be read, that's another story.
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I'm sure the tank sticker is still in place... if it can be read, that's another story.
Here's what I found:
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