Price Guidance
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Price Guidance
I've had 3 Vettes over the years, starting with a C3 in 1978 and ending with a 2012 C6. I am currently Vetteless but am considering my options for a pristine C4.
I have found one at a dealer (Rogers) that is a 10,000 mile Vert, with a removable hard top. I will have to travel to see it in person so I am trying to do some market research before I take the trip.
They are asking $24K, and the photos appear to depict a beautiful vehicle, and if as seen on line, one that I would enjoy.
I understand that prices of any car are condition dependent, but what is advice from the C4 brethren regarding price range?
I have found one at a dealer (Rogers) that is a 10,000 mile Vert, with a removable hard top. I will have to travel to see it in person so I am trying to do some market research before I take the trip.
They are asking $24K, and the photos appear to depict a beautiful vehicle, and if as seen on line, one that I would enjoy.
I understand that prices of any car are condition dependent, but what is advice from the C4 brethren regarding price range?
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Rogers Corvettes are the best around. he is knowledgeable and a man of his word. you will find the best vettes at his place anything from absolute collector cars that have never been titled to daily drivers.
the possible problem with the car you listed may be that the value goes down sharply as you drive it and add miles. it is a C4 with 10,000 miles.
there is always negotiation
John
the possible problem with the car you listed may be that the value goes down sharply as you drive it and add miles. it is a C4 with 10,000 miles.
there is always negotiation
John
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I agree that Rogers Corvettes are typically in mint condition. But, even with the low mileage I can't see a '96 vert being worth $24K. You can get into a very low mile, mint C5 for that price. If that is the car you pursue, I wouldn't pay more than around $15K for it. Not like it is a rare or special optioned car like say a '95 ZR-1.
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I've had 3 Vettes over the years, starting with a C3 in 1978 and ending with a 2012 C6. I am currently Vetteless but am considering my options for a pristine C4.
I have found one at a dealer (Rogers) that is a 10,000 mile Vert, with a removable hard top. I will have to travel to see it in person so I am trying to do some market research before I take the trip.
They are asking $24K, and the photos appear to depict a beautiful vehicle, and if as seen on line, one that I would enjoy.
I understand that prices of any car are condition dependent, but what is advice from the C4 brethren regarding price range?
I have found one at a dealer (Rogers) that is a 10,000 mile Vert, with a removable hard top. I will have to travel to see it in person so I am trying to do some market research before I take the trip.
They are asking $24K, and the photos appear to depict a beautiful vehicle, and if as seen on line, one that I would enjoy.
I understand that prices of any car are condition dependent, but what is advice from the C4 brethren regarding price range?
. Just because it has 10,000 miles doesn't make it worth that. I have seen ZRI's & Grand Sports as nice going for that. $13000 TOPS in todays market. Another thing its not even an LT4 or a CE and its an Auto. Keep looking.
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Wow, did the value of our cars double overnight?? Just remember, the forum is pretty tough on pricing all cars but their own. 
The car reminds me of one that a rich husband gave his wife for a toy and she already had a Mercedes or a Caddy. It is a really clean example of a roadster tho. Honestly if you are happy with it thats all that matters. I definitely would beat him up on it.
Good luck with your search!
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Roger Judski specializes in offering the nicest low mileage Corvettes you'll ever find but don't expect to find any bargains. You can't really compare such an extraordinary car as this to average current 96 prices and a Corvette like this only appeals to a very few.
Not everyone wants a C5. I bought an 04 convertible new and sold it recently because my C4 is usually the one I'd rather drive.
Not everyone wants a C5. I bought an 04 convertible new and sold it recently because my C4 is usually the one I'd rather drive.
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Of course if low mileage is what you want and price not important, check this post out.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-g...e-on-ebay.html
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-g...e-on-ebay.html
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How dare they ask a price like that! 
Don't they know about this forum? 
It's a clean 96 vert with the hardtop included and only 10k miles. They would be more in line with a price (starting) at $18,000. But who knows? There may be a real buyer willing to pay close to what they originally stated if he really wants that certain car. It does happen once in a while.
Don't they know about this forum? It's a clean 96 vert with the hardtop included and only 10k miles. They would be more in line with a price (starting) at $18,000. But who knows? There may be a real buyer willing to pay close to what they originally stated if he really wants that certain car. It does happen once in a while.
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How dare they ask a price like that! Don't they know about this forum? It's a clean 96 vert with the hardtop included and only 10k miles. They would be more in line with a price (starting) at $18,000. But who knows? There may be a real buyer willing to pay close to what they originally stated if he really wants that certain car. It does happen once in a while.
Don't they know about this forum? It's a clean 96 vert with the hardtop included and only 10k miles. They would be more in line with a price (starting) at $18,000. But who knows? There may be a real buyer willing to pay close to what they originally stated if he really wants that certain car. It does happen once in a while.
too.
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While I am no expert I have found you can buy some nice cars in the $7-10,000 range.....Maybe more miles but rubber, shocks and what not aren't like new on anything after 20+ years. Then at that price you are paying Collectable price before the car is even a collectable.
I guess you could buy it, park it and hope to break even in 15-20 years.
Or you could buy a clean one with average miles, enjoy driving it as you fix some little things here and there.
I just bought an 1993 LT1 Auto and a 1994 LT1 6 speed and could add another for the price of that one.
1993 with new top, head lights fixed.
1994 LT1 6 speed, new top.
I still have $9000 left over to make them right, drive them and let them become low mileage cars and maybe make some money down the road.
Just my opinion but for that money you could buy a nice C3 (1968-1973) set on it and make some money down the road.
Karsten
I guess you could buy it, park it and hope to break even in 15-20 years.
Or you could buy a clean one with average miles, enjoy driving it as you fix some little things here and there.
I just bought an 1993 LT1 Auto and a 1994 LT1 6 speed and could add another for the price of that one.
1993 with new top, head lights fixed.
1994 LT1 6 speed, new top.
I still have $9000 left over to make them right, drive them and let them become low mileage cars and maybe make some money down the road.
Just my opinion but for that money you could buy a nice C3 (1968-1973) set on it and make some money down the road.
Karsten
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Some people (outside this forum) actually do spend way more than expected sometimes. 
Depending on how wealthy or how much they want the car. A good seller knows how to go to those type buyers. On this forum expect no more than $9000.00 tops from some members. And it should have a 100% warranty, free oil changes, tire replacements, free inspections for life, low miles, towing, loaner car and all documented repair history.
Depending on how wealthy or how much they want the car. A good seller knows how to go to those type buyers. On this forum expect no more than $9000.00 tops from some members. And it should have a 100% warranty, free oil changes, tire replacements, free inspections for life, low miles, towing, loaner car and all documented repair history.