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Old Mar 2, 2021 | 06:37 PM
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I own a 2004 black convertible but I like C3s too. I would like to get one someday but I have custody of my three grandchildren (10, 5, and 3 years old) so I don't have a lot of spare time or money. This car looks really good. It was for sale in Georgia at this dealer:
https://marksbrothersvette.net/vdp/1...uford-GA-30518
It sold for $15,950. Seems like a good car for an OK price. Can't tell much about any possible rust from the pictures.
















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Old Mar 4, 2021 | 05:46 PM
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Welcome to the C3 forum.
The 82 was a one year only cross fire injection engine, every C3 before it used a carburetor.
So unless you want to become an expert on CFI finding a mechanic to work on it may be difficult.
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Thanks MelWff. I like the 1968 and then 1982 models. I like the 1968 best. I remember seeing them for the first time when I was 15. I have looked at some older threads by Buccaneer on the crossfire fuel injection. You are right about needing to be knowledgeable about the crossfire to keep it running right.
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It's NOT that bad. Common sense for a lot of things is needed along with a 82 GM service manual...and DON'T mess with the TBs, they are NOT carbs.
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I'm not a 77 and above C3 kind of guy but I would own an original clean 82, just because I think the cross fire is cool. There is a CF member here who has a super clean 82 that I went wow when I saw the pictures.
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Old Mar 11, 2021 | 12:07 AM
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Everything underneath is painted flat black. That is cause for concern, already. No one goes to the trouble of painting the underside of a car unless they are trying to hide something.

Just my .02....
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