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Old Dec 29, 2023 | 02:13 PM
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I have a chance to buy 2 chrome rear bumpers for $200. They are advertised as "driver quality".from a 72. Is this a fair price? How can you tell original from repop? Thanks for any answers. I really dont need them,but thought they may be worth just for future use.
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Not a steal by any means. I have a pair with trailer hitch holes I would give you. Generally $75 each is the going price for straight ones without serious rust issues.
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Originally Posted by rick1025
I have a chance to buy 2 chrome rear bumpers for $200. They are advertised as "driver quality".from a 72. Is this a fair price? How can you tell original from repop? Thanks for any answers. I really dont need them,but thought they may be worth just for future use.


Buy a set of repops. I bought a set from Ecklers and they were perfect. They fit perfect and the chrome was perfect. Still looks great after 4 years.
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You’re better off buying a CD today.
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Originally Posted by 69L88
You’re better off buying a CD today.
maybe he only has a tape deck...
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thanks for the replies. I am now $200 richer! OK,what can I spend it on now ??
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Originally Posted by rick1025
thanks for the replies. I am now $200 richer! OK,what can I spend it on now ??
You own a 50 year old Corvette, I'm certain it'll let you know what it wants/ needs soon enough!
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Originally Posted by sleepchamber
maybe he only has a tape deck...
...or he doesn't like men in dresses...
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