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Old Apr 11, 2016 | 10:27 AM
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Hi there. My brother in law has a 1987 Corvette. He turns 40 this year. We would like to get him something for his car. We are looking to spend about $400.

I would appreciate any ideas.
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Old Apr 11, 2016 | 11:27 AM
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I'd say handing him about $400 cash (I would avoid gift cards for specific vendors, as you can save a ton shopping around for various bits & pieces) would be much appreciated insurance against future "Corvette-taxed" repair items


I'm mostly serious about that...but if you're aware of any problems with the car currently, share them and we may be able to help determine what may need some green therapy.

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Old Apr 11, 2016 | 11:34 AM
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Agreed!^
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Old Apr 11, 2016 | 01:19 PM
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Need more info about the car, condition of car, and how he uses the car.

Stuff, I want for my car is very different then the stuff some other guy wants because I track my car rather then wax my car.

You are typically safe with clothing. Hats and coats with logo's are great.
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Old Apr 11, 2016 | 01:35 PM
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2 nights in a Hilton suite at his favorite weekend spot with heels and hose.
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Old Apr 11, 2016 | 01:39 PM
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AAA extended coverage if he doesnt have it

Serious...you never know when youre gonna need it

A classic car policy with NCM through Adam Boca here on the forum
Great coverage great rates good rep.
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Old Apr 11, 2016 | 08:16 PM
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Pre paid fuel card for a national brand such as Mobil or Shell.
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Old Apr 11, 2016 | 08:59 PM
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2 nights in a Hilton suite at his favorite weekend spot with heels and hose.
We have a winner! Or cash is always king!
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Old Apr 12, 2016 | 01:52 AM
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Originally Posted by Jonathan Stein
Hi there. My brother in law has a 1987 Corvette. He turns 40 this year. We would like to get him something for his car. We are looking to spend about $400.

I would appreciate any ideas.
this sounds like me.

does he wrench on his car? tools, or a good stainless topped metal bench can be great.


or a set of lrssons on a road course track with his car would be awesome

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Old Apr 12, 2016 | 07:37 AM
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......Vette to Vette's chassis stiffeners - $500, but makes it a much, much, better ride, imho.
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Old Apr 12, 2016 | 09:04 AM
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Impossible to know what he needs/wants without more info; but if he doesn't already have one you can order a the factory (reproduction) price sticker for his car from the National Corvette Museum. If you really want to spend more throw in a night at a nice motel two or three hours from his home.

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Old Apr 12, 2016 | 10:21 AM
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Originally Posted by enderlin
......vette to vette's chassis stiffeners - $500, but makes it a much, much, better ride, imho.

^^^^^. This!!!!!!!!!
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Old Apr 12, 2016 | 10:55 AM
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You cannot pick parts for his car not knowing what he has or does with the car.
Just wait till the OP responds.
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Old Apr 12, 2016 | 05:21 PM
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Tell us about him and his car.

Does like it, love it, or obsess over it?
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