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Dec 1, 2022 | 11:39 AM

Josemiller

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C3 Completed

I have finally completed the makeover of my 1968 Convertible..... This car has been in my family for over 40 years and had been in storage for 11 years after my dad's passing. He always loved this car as did I. I have gone through the car and think he would be proud. It has been 2 years in the making.

Here are some after photos...............

Here are some before pics ..................

Dec 1, 2022 | 11:44 AM

73sbvert

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Excellent job! I'm sure he would be proud!

Dec 1, 2022 | 05:30 PM

1bdvet

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Certainly came a long way, looks like it rolled off the assembly line, enjoy the ride.

Dec 1, 2022 | 09:03 PM

Vetteman Jack

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Dec 1, 2022 | 09:09 PM

4-vettes

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Looks great!

But I have to say, they are never really completed.

Dec 1, 2022 | 09:29 PM

doorgunner

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OUTSTANDING ! Thanks for honoring your Dad and for keeping the car.
Please post some pics of outings/road trips.

Dec 2, 2022 | 12:29 AM

68hemi

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Good use of the Mopar 383 four barrel emblems on the hood.

Dec 2, 2022 | 07:32 AM

derekderek

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 4-vettes

Looks great!

But I have to say, they are never really completed.

i agree. in fact, make sure this forum is closed on your phone before you get in the car. if it gets a chance to see this thread it will show you just how not done it is. they are beautiful cars. but as cars, their mission in life is to leave us stranded on the side of the road and force us to buy them stuff...

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Dec 2, 2022 | 08:38 AM

Jeffs82c3

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Nice, your dad will be riding shotgun with you.

Dec 2, 2022 | 08:56 AM

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Douglas Mariani

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Very Nice

Dec 2, 2022 | 09:06 AM

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redwingvette

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Beautiful work
your dad would be proud

Dec 2, 2022 | 09:16 AM

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MAD Matt

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Dad is looking down at you...you did a fantastic job! Very nice!

Dec 2, 2022 | 09:43 AM

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mlflotus

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Looks great!

Dec 2, 2022 | 10:18 AM

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Josemiller

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Thank you everyone! Many times it feels like he is riding shotgun with a big old 😁

Dec 2, 2022 | 11:26 AM

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This is really awesome. Nothing like having something special like this that has been in the family for decades..... Good on ya'!

Dec 2, 2022 | 02:00 PM

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wwiiavfan

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Really nice work, you should be proud!

Did you keep the old school Cragars for the occasional swap out?

Dec 2, 2022 | 02:00 PM

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You did a great job, the car looks awesome!

Dec 2, 2022 | 02:05 PM

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Josemiller

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Quote:

Originally Posted by wwiiavfan

Really nice work, you should be proud!

Did you keep the old school Cragars for the occasional swap out?

Yes I did!

Dec 2, 2022 | 02:40 PM

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ACfarmerNH

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Nice job! Good blend of the classics with some newer styles.

Dec 2, 2022 | 05:12 PM

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Tranz Zam

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It looks awesome! I love the flares, the hood, and the color!

I'm sure he's very happy it's back on the road. Enjoy the hell out of it. They're supposed to be driven and enjoyed!

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