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WTB '70-'72 LT-1 convertible, numbers matching/original motor, transmission etc. Interested in either something fully restored, most of the way there perhaps needing minor things or cosmetics, or a clean original car. Not interested in a project car needing significant work or rust issues. Documentation is a plus but not required if everything checks out okay. I'm located in MA so something in the northeast would be preferred but realize that may not be realistic to find what i'm looking for locally.
WTB '70-'72 LT-1 convertible, numbers matching/original motor, transmission etc. Interested in either something fully restored, most of the way there perhaps needing minor things or cosmetics, or a clean original car. Not interested in a project car needing significant work or rust issues. Documentation is a plus but not required if everything checks out okay. I'm located in MA so something in the northeast would be preferred but realize that may not be realistic to find what i'm looking for locally.
Let me know what you have. Thank you.
Not mine but there is a original 8000 mile 71 LT1 cpe for sale locally (Ma.). Check Boston (Metrowest) Craigslist. Ask is $55k I think. Very nice car.
Not mine but there is a original 8000 mile 71 LT1 cpe for sale locally (Ma.). Check Boston (Metrowest) Craigslist. Ask is $55k I think. Very nice car.
Thank you...I did see that one and it does look exceptional. I already have a coupe so specifically looking for a roadster this time. I appreciate the head's up though.
WTB '70-'72 LT-1 convertible, numbers matching/original motor, transmission etc. Interested in either something fully restored, most of the way there perhaps needing minor things or cosmetics, or a clean original car. Not interested in a project car needing significant work or rust issues. Documentation is a plus but not required if everything checks out okay. I'm located in MA so something in the northeast would be preferred but realize that may not be realistic to find what i'm looking for locally.
Let me know what you have. Thank you.
'71 sunflower yellow, black leather 2 top, LT-1 Polson Montana CL Looks good at $37K You are correct in thinking. You WILL have to look nationally for any good '70-'72 roadster let alone an LT-1.
Hi
This is my first post! I live in the uk and have been a Vette lover for years. I’m also looking for an LT1 convertible, though it’s a bit more challenging from across the pond! I’ve been in touch with the owner of the car listed for sale at 57500. It looks great on my pc, but there appears to be no paperwork with the car.
Ive had 2 others inspected, but both had issues on closer examination.
I’d really value the Forums’ advice; is the 70 LT1 more desirable/ valuable, than the 1971/72? Are their any particular aspects of these models in terms of their maintenance as compared to the standard 350hp? Is there any meaningful difference in performance, despite the reducing HP of the 71 and 72?
Id really appreciate any advise you can give me in selecting a good used early c3 lt1, or 350 small block.
A buyer might be able to make a great deal on this, since it has been for sale over 2 years. I inquired on it back then, asking price was the same, but instead, found my own Unicorn, a 63 factory A/C convertible, all original and documented.
Good luck with the search,
Steve
Originally Posted by Chapter2
A unicorn LT-1; convertible and factory air....not mine, sadly!
"I’d really value the Forums’ advice; is the 70 LT1 more desirable/ valuable, than the 1971/72? Are their any particular aspects of these models in terms of their maintenance as compared to the standard 350hp? Is there any meaningful difference in performance, despite the reducing HP of the 71 and 72?"
My view:
I think all 3 years of LT-! cars are quite special.
Some folks believe the 1970 version of the 350 with 370 h.p. may be the high point of the small block engines that Chevrolet built for use on the street.
Because of that, 1970 cars are typically the most valuable of the 70-72 LT-! cars.
The LT-! engine because of it's mechanical lifters may require a little more maintenance than the other 350 cu.in. engines that have hydraulic lifters.
Also, because of it's 11:1 compression ratio the 1970 engine requires higher octane gas to perform as it should.
The 71 LT-! is nearly identical to the 1970 motor except that the compression ration was decreased to 9:1.
The 72 LT-! is nearly identical to the 1970 motor except that the transistor ignition was no longer part of the engine package.
The sound of a cold 1970 LT-! engine being started is something not easily forgotten.
I recently sold a 1970 LT1 roadster and have some knowledge about them. The rarest LT1 is the '72 A/C roadster like the one showed by Chapter 2, But I think the '70 roadster is the top dog that most want. I like roadsters and personally think that is the way to go, unless you can afford more than one. I attempted to purchase a LT1 roadster twice; '70-'72. The first time, around 10 years ago, I was not successful. The second attempt was around 5 years ago. I looked at quite a few and was careful and had a budget of 65-70K. From Eastern PA, I personally went to W PA, NJ, NY, OH, WI, MI, IN, FL, NC, VA with one than one in closer states. I also called on cars as far away as CA. First time around it would have taken around 75-80K to get a Documented nice survivor or restored car. Second time around less. Today prices kind of remain the same. I saw fakes with fake docs, had a deposit on a top flight documented '71 that the owner actually returned my deposit on because of a hidden issue and even a '70 that had the "original" numbers matching engine that I found to have been purchased with NOM. So be very careful. I checked out some of the cars that Corvettewill posted and think they are good cars, but price or condition is NG. One of them is said to be original paint, but it isn't.
Bottom line, you have to be very careful when you pay double or more for a car with the LT1 option. When I bought the '70 I owned, I felt good with the engine being the "born with", docs that were included and mostly all items being factory original. Only after owning the car was I sure it was all genuine by having an expert examine it and having the documents verified by the NCRS. So if you are going to pay real money make sure it is real. Drew Papsun is a real LT1 expert and can verify parts or a car and I think may be available to do in person inspections.
As far as maintenance; they were strong engines and even if rebuilt to original specs they should serve you well. The only real issue is the solid lifter adjustment, but it is not hard for someone who knows what they are doing and lasts quite a while. As far as octane, I used mostly half 91 ethanol free along with 93 pump 10% ethanol with No problems. Remember, when these cars and other muscle cars were new, 94 Sunoco was the highest available. I started driving in 1966 and don't remember anybody running to the track for race fuel unless they had a race car. Only real issues I heard about with pump gas is with the poor quality CA gas combined with the heat, makes for issues. I would think that the '71 and '72 will perform as good as a '70. I'm saying that based on test results done by performance magazines back in the day.
Originally Posted by Drvet
Hi
This is my first post! I live in the uk and have been a Vette lover for years. I’m also looking for an LT1 convertible, though it’s a bit more challenging from across the pond! I’ve been in touch with the owner of the car listed for sale at 57500. It looks great on my pc, but there appears to be no paperwork with the car.
Ive had 2 others inspected, but both had issues on closer examination.
I’d really value the Forums’ advice; is the 70 LT1 more desirable/ valuable, than the 1971/72? Are their any particular aspects of these models in terms of their maintenance as compared to the standard 350hp? Is there any meaningful difference in performance, despite the reducing HP of the 71 and 72?
Id really appreciate any advise you can give me in selecting a good used early c3 lt1, or 350 small block.
04-27-2018, 06:49 AM
1970-1972 lt-1
