Feedback requested on 1969 coupe
Team Owner
Joined: Mar 2002
Posts: 44,681
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From: Huntsville AL
Based on the Facebook marketplace cost point of $25.5k, what you already know about the car and the pictures you provided there is nothing that screams run away. Looks like a nice unrestored 53 year old used Chevy. Good examples of these cars are getting harder to find that are not all hacked up. Some winter TLC in the engine compartment and interior would go a long way to making the car even better looking.
Verify it's a no hit car and no rust, other than that everything else is just wrench turning.
Verify it's a no hit car and no rust, other than that everything else is just wrench turning.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 961
Likes: 275
From: Frederick MD
Hard to hear on the video but what I’m hearing sounds kinda sewing machine like which is typically valvetrain. I’d say pull the valve cover and check your lash as others suggested. If your still suspecting bottom end typically when you pull plug wires the tone changes where as with valvetrain its consistant.
Thread Starter
Drifting
Joined: May 2022
Posts: 1,410
Likes: 572
From: CA & ID
2023 C3 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
Thanks, everyone.
Unfortunately, the seller hasn’t followed up on scheduling an inspection. It’s been total silence. I even called his mechanic personally last week, gave him my contact information, and told him to call me when the seller made an appointment, so I could give my credit card information to pay. Nothing there, either. I was very clear that if the car checked out, I’d book a flight and go out personally to see and drive the car. No inspection, no booking a flight, no deal.
I agree with the comments here that, assuming no rust, the frame/birdcage/body check out, etc., it’s a good, largely original car that can be made great with some, but not a lot of, work. I didn’t receive any undercarriage photos, so without an inspection there’s no way for me to verify the rust issue. As you all know, this is particularly important for a half-century old car that has lived its entire life in New England.
Personally, I’m not going to chase down a seller across the country who doesn’t seem to be interested in a long distance transaction (especially for a car that was made in such large quantities), so I’m going to pass. This isn’t the proverbial/mythical L88 barn find.
This may be why what appears to be a decent, well-priced, low owner chrome bumper car hasn’t sold in a year. My guess is that a buyer who actually shows up to meet with the seller in person can get a really good car (assuming the seller’s claims are correct). It would be cool to see one of the forum members here check it out, and give it a new home. I’ve read so many restoration threads here, and the skill, knowledge, and passion that so many of you have is so impressive. I’m also truly grateful for all of the feedback I’ve been receiving.
The shark hunt continues…
Unfortunately, the seller hasn’t followed up on scheduling an inspection. It’s been total silence. I even called his mechanic personally last week, gave him my contact information, and told him to call me when the seller made an appointment, so I could give my credit card information to pay. Nothing there, either. I was very clear that if the car checked out, I’d book a flight and go out personally to see and drive the car. No inspection, no booking a flight, no deal.
I agree with the comments here that, assuming no rust, the frame/birdcage/body check out, etc., it’s a good, largely original car that can be made great with some, but not a lot of, work. I didn’t receive any undercarriage photos, so without an inspection there’s no way for me to verify the rust issue. As you all know, this is particularly important for a half-century old car that has lived its entire life in New England.
Personally, I’m not going to chase down a seller across the country who doesn’t seem to be interested in a long distance transaction (especially for a car that was made in such large quantities), so I’m going to pass. This isn’t the proverbial/mythical L88 barn find.
This may be why what appears to be a decent, well-priced, low owner chrome bumper car hasn’t sold in a year. My guess is that a buyer who actually shows up to meet with the seller in person can get a really good car (assuming the seller’s claims are correct). It would be cool to see one of the forum members here check it out, and give it a new home. I’ve read so many restoration threads here, and the skill, knowledge, and passion that so many of you have is so impressive. I’m also truly grateful for all of the feedback I’ve been receiving.
The shark hunt continues…
Burning Brakes
Joined: Dec 2021
Posts: 805
Likes: 260
Thanks, everyone.
Unfortunately, the seller hasn’t followed up on scheduling an inspection. It’s been total silence. I even called his mechanic personally last week, gave him my contact information, and told him to call me when the seller made an appointment, so I could give my credit card information to pay. Nothing there, either. I was very clear that if the car checked out, I’d book a flight and go out personally to see and drive the car. No inspection, no booking a flight, no deal.
I agree with the comments here that, assuming no rust, the frame/birdcage/body check out, etc., it’s a good, largely original car that can be made great with some, but not a lot of, work. I didn’t receive any undercarriage photos, so without an inspection there’s no way for me to verify the rust issue. As you all know, this is particularly important for a half-century old car that has lived its entire life in New England.
Personally, I’m not going to chase down a seller across the country who doesn’t seem to be interested in a long distance transaction (especially for a car that was made in such large quantities), so I’m going to pass. This isn’t the proverbial/mythical L88 barn find.
This may be why what appears to be a decent, well-priced, low owner chrome bumper car hasn’t sold in a year. My guess is that a buyer who actually shows up to meet with the seller in person can get a really good car (assuming the seller’s claims are correct). It would be cool to see one of the forum members here check it out, and give it a new home. I’ve read so many restoration threads here, and the skill, knowledge, and passion that so many of you have is so impressive. I’m also truly grateful for all of the feedback I’ve been receiving.
The shark hunt continues…
Unfortunately, the seller hasn’t followed up on scheduling an inspection. It’s been total silence. I even called his mechanic personally last week, gave him my contact information, and told him to call me when the seller made an appointment, so I could give my credit card information to pay. Nothing there, either. I was very clear that if the car checked out, I’d book a flight and go out personally to see and drive the car. No inspection, no booking a flight, no deal.
I agree with the comments here that, assuming no rust, the frame/birdcage/body check out, etc., it’s a good, largely original car that can be made great with some, but not a lot of, work. I didn’t receive any undercarriage photos, so without an inspection there’s no way for me to verify the rust issue. As you all know, this is particularly important for a half-century old car that has lived its entire life in New England.
Personally, I’m not going to chase down a seller across the country who doesn’t seem to be interested in a long distance transaction (especially for a car that was made in such large quantities), so I’m going to pass. This isn’t the proverbial/mythical L88 barn find.
This may be why what appears to be a decent, well-priced, low owner chrome bumper car hasn’t sold in a year. My guess is that a buyer who actually shows up to meet with the seller in person can get a really good car (assuming the seller’s claims are correct). It would be cool to see one of the forum members here check it out, and give it a new home. I’ve read so many restoration threads here, and the skill, knowledge, and passion that so many of you have is so impressive. I’m also truly grateful for all of the feedback I’ve been receiving.
The shark hunt continues…
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 6,400
Likes: 1,226
From: Tampa Florida
Burning Brakes
Joined: Dec 2021
Posts: 805
Likes: 260
Thanks, everyone.
Unfortunately, the seller hasn’t followed up on scheduling an inspection. It’s been total silence. I even called his mechanic personally last week, gave him my contact information, and told him to call me when the seller made an appointment, so I could give my credit card information to pay. Nothing there, either. I was very clear that if the car checked out, I’d book a flight and go out personally to see and drive the car. No inspection, no booking a flight, no deal.
I agree with the comments here that, assuming no rust, the frame/birdcage/body check out, etc., it’s a good, largely original car that can be made great with some, but not a lot of, work. I didn’t receive any undercarriage photos, so without an inspection there’s no way for me to verify the rust issue. As you all know, this is particularly important for a half-century old car that has lived its entire life in New England.
Personally, I’m not going to chase down a seller across the country who doesn’t seem to be interested in a long distance transaction (especially for a car that was made in such large quantities), so I’m going to pass. This isn’t the proverbial/mythical L88 barn find.
This may be why what appears to be a decent, well-priced, low owner chrome bumper car hasn’t sold in a year. My guess is that a buyer who actually shows up to meet with the seller in person can get a really good car (assuming the seller’s claims are correct). It would be cool to see one of the forum members here check it out, and give it a new home. I’ve read so many restoration threads here, and the skill, knowledge, and passion that so many of you have is so impressive. I’m also truly grateful for all of the feedback I’ve been receiving.
The shark hunt continues…
Unfortunately, the seller hasn’t followed up on scheduling an inspection. It’s been total silence. I even called his mechanic personally last week, gave him my contact information, and told him to call me when the seller made an appointment, so I could give my credit card information to pay. Nothing there, either. I was very clear that if the car checked out, I’d book a flight and go out personally to see and drive the car. No inspection, no booking a flight, no deal.
I agree with the comments here that, assuming no rust, the frame/birdcage/body check out, etc., it’s a good, largely original car that can be made great with some, but not a lot of, work. I didn’t receive any undercarriage photos, so without an inspection there’s no way for me to verify the rust issue. As you all know, this is particularly important for a half-century old car that has lived its entire life in New England.
Personally, I’m not going to chase down a seller across the country who doesn’t seem to be interested in a long distance transaction (especially for a car that was made in such large quantities), so I’m going to pass. This isn’t the proverbial/mythical L88 barn find.
This may be why what appears to be a decent, well-priced, low owner chrome bumper car hasn’t sold in a year. My guess is that a buyer who actually shows up to meet with the seller in person can get a really good car (assuming the seller’s claims are correct). It would be cool to see one of the forum members here check it out, and give it a new home. I’ve read so many restoration threads here, and the skill, knowledge, and passion that so many of you have is so impressive. I’m also truly grateful for all of the feedback I’ve been receiving.
The shark hunt continues…
1967 Pedal Car Champion
Joined: Mar 2020
Posts: 9,137
Likes: 4,248
From: US-PNW
Yes, she found a beautiful, blue, small block '69 and has it home. Last I read she's lovin' it!
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...very-nice.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...very-nice.html
Thread Starter
Drifting
Joined: May 2022
Posts: 1,410
Likes: 572
From: CA & ID
2023 C3 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
Yup. As indicated, the owner of the car that’s the subject of this thread flaked. I got a ‘69 L46 coupe that’s a blast to drive. My mother in law is in town from Arizona for the weekend (it’s slightly colder here in Idaho), so we are about to take it out for drive.
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