Vette Pricing
Race Director
Joined: May 2006
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From: Phoenix Arizona
Not bashing 89s, but if you have 9k to spend, there are better buys. People fall into the low mileage trap, and once they think it's a low mileage car put blinders on. All pre 90 Corvettes are very easy to adjust the mileage, and it was very often done back then, and very hard to get caught. Now assuming it is actually 55k original, it should be in almost mint condition. That doesn't seem to be the case.
poor....$3k-$4k
average....$4k-$7k
very good...$7k-$9k
mint/museum...$9k up
Generally speaking, the newer the car the better the condition, not even considering the improvements the factory made. People who want a specific year are willing to pay more to get it, others look for the best deal. It should be bright red, not torch red
poor....$3k-$4k
average....$4k-$7k
very good...$7k-$9k
mint/museum...$9k up
Generally speaking, the newer the car the better the condition, not even considering the improvements the factory made. People who want a specific year are willing to pay more to get it, others look for the best deal. It should be bright red, not torch red
Drifting
Joined: May 2012
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From: Mechanicsburg PA
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St. Jude Donor '12-'13
The new paint should be a red flag... if poorly done; durability would be short lived - leaving you with a major cost in repaint.
At least ask and verify where the paint job was done at.... will determine your next step.
At least ask and verify where the paint job was done at.... will determine your next step.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Oct 2012
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From: Bergen County, New Jersey
That's something the owner should have service records for...or at least the Carfax, no?
Instructor
Joined: Jun 2009
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I paid 5500, now its probably worth 2K if I found a buyer.
So I keep fixing it and its good to have a spare car lol
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Pro
Joined: Nov 2011
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From: Miami FL
Don't be afraid to drive a few miles or even fly in to drive out when getting the car you want.
In my opinion, buying a Vette should be an experience to be enjoyed, so make the best out if it within your budget.
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Heel & Toe
Joined: Sep 2012
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From: Toronto Ontario
Asking price is hardly the actual selling price. Hard cash in hand makes the right deal.
Don't be afraid to drive a few miles or even fly in to drive out when getting the car you want.
In my opinion, buying a Vette should be an experience to be enjoyed, so make the best out if it within your budget.
Don't be afraid to drive a few miles or even fly in to drive out when getting the car you want.
In my opinion, buying a Vette should be an experience to be enjoyed, so make the best out if it within your budget.
Intermediate
Joined: May 2013
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From: Mississauga Ontario
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2003
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From: Red Sox Nation! RI
All good advice above.
That info raises a red flag and doesn't really add up. Only 55K but it needed paint and the interior is in only in fair condition? A supermodel shouldn't look like rosie o'donnell at 24. And a lot of people are "asking" way more than their car is worth.
That info raises a red flag and doesn't really add up. Only 55K but it needed paint and the interior is in only in fair condition? A supermodel shouldn't look like rosie o'donnell at 24. And a lot of people are "asking" way more than their car is worth.
Team Owner
Joined: Oct 2004
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From: altered state
St. Jude Donor '05
he wants too much for it
Either the odometer was rolled or the car was left outside its whole life.
was it well maintained maybe maybe not.
You should find out on getting one over the border
Came very very close to picking up an absolutely perfect black 89 6 spd a few mos ago could be had in the bottom 6k range and this thing was perfect perfect top to bottom inside/out.
Open your options and be patient..get a car that talks to you not one you settle for or the whole experience of ownership will pizz you off.
Either the odometer was rolled or the car was left outside its whole life.
was it well maintained maybe maybe not.
You should find out on getting one over the border
Came very very close to picking up an absolutely perfect black 89 6 spd a few mos ago could be had in the bottom 6k range and this thing was perfect perfect top to bottom inside/out.
Open your options and be patient..get a car that talks to you not one you settle for or the whole experience of ownership will pizz you off.
Race Director
Joined: Feb 2003
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From: Kingman AZ
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Post your questions about importing a US car in this section:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/canadian-events-97/
I'll bet you get some good info.
Here are a couple of interesting Craigslist finds in the Detroit area:
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/cto/3826110318.html
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/cto/3785222144.html
http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/cto/3787000246.html
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/canadian-events-97/
I'll bet you get some good info.
Here are a couple of interesting Craigslist finds in the Detroit area:
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/cto/3826110318.html
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/cto/3785222144.html
http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/cto/3787000246.html
Instructor
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 219
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From: Toronto Ontario
Hi, I imported a car and as long as you follow their rules, it's easy.
Did it all myself, no issues.That car sounds like a dog, why fair condition on a 55 mile car, that's a red flag to me.
Mine had 72 on it and the inside seats and dash were perfect.better deals on this Forum, alone.
MZee
Did it all myself, no issues.That car sounds like a dog, why fair condition on a 55 mile car, that's a red flag to me.
Mine had 72 on it and the inside seats and dash were perfect.better deals on this Forum, alone.
MZee