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Old Dec 18, 2019 | 12:20 AM
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Not really a best. Everyone has their preference and/or best they could afford at the time. The chrome bumper c3s have the 60s/70s look and while the same body style the 80-82 have a more modern look. I will say the extra room in the hatch is nice to have.

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Old Dec 18, 2019 | 02:10 AM
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Cool cars, the C3 has always been one of my favourite. Good chance may get another. Had a 74.
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Old Dec 18, 2019 | 03:52 AM
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Originally Posted by 7T1vette
1970-72. Chrome bumpers, fiber-optic light sensors, removable rear window [coupe], wheel well flares behind F & R wheels (to block 'road rash'), vacuum operated windshield wiper door.
Oh I just happen to have one of those... I must commend you on your good taste...😉
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Old Dec 18, 2019 | 04:58 PM
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1969 Black 427 tripower with black interior and side exhaust
This, although I prefer blue, different wheels, and the chrome behind the sidepipes. Anyone want to donate some money? I know where to find one?

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Old Dec 18, 2019 | 05:07 PM
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why the C2.5! meaning a 1968 convertible Hard top only L79 4-speed no options except the L79 white. This year had no map pockets, 7 " rims, key on dash, green gauges and was the calm before the bloating.
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Old Dec 18, 2019 | 05:52 PM
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I think before 74 they were smaller behind




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Old Dec 18, 2019 | 06:37 PM
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70 Convertible with a color matched hardtop. Hands down, end of discussion, IMHO.
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'69 Tri-Power, triple black roadster. I looked for one off and on for three years. Never could find one that I thought was "worth it."

I "settled" for my #2 favorite, which was a '70 454, 4 speed car. It's been a good one.


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Originally Posted by Sir Keith
Me too! That car would also look great with a black removable hardtop.
Well, this picture from 2007 after it rolled off the truck is the only one I have with the top on!

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I prefer the clean front end and chrome bumper rear end on my 73.
It's different than any of the other C3's.
Just like the split window C2 was only one year.
Nobody cared for it when it was released, but now look at the prices.
Deep gloss black and black interior.
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Originally Posted by vettebuyer6369
Well, this picture from 2007 after it rolled off the truck is the only one I have with the top on!
Beautiful car, love the black, but you haven't had the top on since 2007? I have a few cars that never go out in the rain, but I do get caught out occasionally.
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Originally Posted by Sir Keith
Beautiful car, love the black, but you haven't had the top on since 2007? I have a few cars that never go out in the rain, but I do get caught out occasionally.
I haven’t had the hard top on since 2007. I took the interior panels off and documented the date codes, and had the top painted at the same time the car was painted. I bought a hard top cover and put the hard top away and I haven’t used it once.

I put a new soft top on the car after paint and use that when necessary.
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Originally Posted by vettebuyer6369
I haven’t had the hard top on since 2007. I took the interior panels off and documented the date codes, and had the top painted at the same time the car was painted. I bought a hard top cover and put the hard top away and I haven’t used it once.

I put a new soft top on the car after paint and use that when necessary.
How about a current pic? You don't see one like this very often.
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Even one with the alternate wheels, lol...





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Originally Posted by Bikespace
The view from the inside matters too, and while the view over the hood is about the same, but I prefer the glovebox, clamshell seats, and big rear window. I like my 80, but I vote for the 1979, in black.

Yep, I reckon the 79 with optional pace car spoilers in black is very hard to beat!




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Originally Posted by vettebuyer6369
That is simply BEAUTIFUL!
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That is simply BEAUTIFUL!

Yes, it is, but I prefer this car with the rally wheels and redlines. Perfect.
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68-72. None of the following derivatives come even close.

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Originally Posted by oldgto
That is simply BEAUTIFUL!
Originally Posted by Sir Keith
Yes, it is, but I prefer this car with the rally wheels and redlines. Perfect.

Thanks, guys. I enjoy both looks... it keeps things fresh.
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1973 convertible, hands down.



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