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Old Mar 25, 2022 | 06:50 AM
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let's stop wasting time on this thread. he comes here and asks this question every now and then and doesn't even come back on the forum. hasn't been here since march 21.
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Old Mar 25, 2022 | 08:34 AM
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It all comes down to personal preference as to what year you like the best. Once you have decided that, then search for the one in the best condition, color and options you want. Early Gen c3s will be the most expensive over all. The later gen c3s will be the least expensive, with certain exceptions. C3 parts can be a little taxing to find, but are still available. And most of all use this site for advice and part searching and technical assistance. Good luck and by all means keep us posted. 🇺🇸🏁
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Old Mar 26, 2022 | 12:35 PM
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One that has been completely restored & aggressively modified
because the restoration is Very Expensive.
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Old Mar 26, 2022 | 12:38 PM
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Originally Posted by HeadsU.P.
Its not. I ripped mine out. Extra weight, hardly worked, robs H.P. and seldom used.
It was 24* this morning. Heater is a MUST.

I did also, Barely worked anyway. That is what my convertible top is for.
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Old Mar 26, 2022 | 04:39 PM
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May not even be old enough to drive who knows.
Any yr is fine...as said pick one you like the looks of, do your research and buy the nicest one you can possibly afford.
Cheap fixers are the most expensive vettes. Take someone with you that really knows them they got their quirks and without that know how with you its easy to buy a shiny turd.
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Old Mar 27, 2022 | 09:13 AM
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Originally Posted by derekderek
but pull all the roaches out before taking the car in for the recall. usually still a couple hits left in each.
then look for cigarette lighter..drop them in there right after it pops..
i heard
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Old Mar 27, 2022 | 10:22 AM
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Originally Posted by interpon
then look for cigarette lighter..drop them in there right after it pops..
i heard
you can also use the lighter to bake powder coating on...
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Old Mar 27, 2022 | 05:29 PM
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How much do you know about cars, and what is your mechanical ability? Do you know someone who owns/owned a Vette?
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Old Mar 28, 2022 | 07:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Mrvettenick
How much do you know about cars, and what is your mechanical ability? Do you know someone who owns/owned a Vette?
are you talking to me? i am pulling interpon's chain. he is a regional distributor for akzo nobel powder coat products...
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Old Mar 28, 2022 | 08:20 PM
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He was likely referring to the original poster...
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Old Apr 7, 2022 | 10:38 AM
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Originally Posted by 0311 jarhead
Chrome bumper 4spd, AC car 68-72. Currently worth twice as much as other C3's in similar condition
72 had less horsepower than L82
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Old Apr 7, 2022 | 10:42 AM
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Originally Posted by grady white
72 had less horsepower than L82
71 and 72 engines made the exact same power...they were just rated differently.

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Old Apr 7, 2022 | 10:44 AM
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1971 454 4 speed A/C preferably convertible
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