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Nov 28, 2017 | 07:13 PM

rdwalljr

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New guy in Jax, FL.

Hi all. Really enjoy the forum. Been studying for a while in preparation to buy my first Vette. A C4 likely an 89 convertible that I have found. Appears to be priced about right. Question: any advice on this particular model as to what I should be looking for in particular? I have found some general things to be looking for. I found what appears to be a nice one about 90 mi from me. Low miles and appears in good shape in pictures on Craigslist. Seller is a middle aged guy like me. 3rd owner. Normally I would get it looked at by a local mechanic but being out of the area was just wondering about how to do this. Any advice? Really appreciate any comments. Thanks.

Nov 28, 2017 | 09:27 PM

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Welcome to the forum!

Best advice would be to look in the regional area closest to you and see if anyone in that area offers that service...........

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-discussion-9/

or post your question in the C4 General area................

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Nov 28, 2017 | 09:42 PM

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Welcome to the Forum!
Agree with rkj427's suggestion about checking in the regional discussion area to see if a member near to the seller could assist. If not, look in the C4 General area: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-1984-1996-19/ There's a good sticky there- think it's called "The Ultimate C4 Guide" or something like that. Lot of good C4 information there that should help you make an informed decision.
Best wishes with your C4 search.

Nov 28, 2017 | 11:08 PM

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I'm going to move this to the C4 General section for some advice on what to look for in a 1989 Vette. Good luck in your search.

Nov 29, 2017 | 07:02 AM

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Appreciate it! Great members on this forum!

Nov 29, 2017 | 07:03 AM

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Thanks very much....

Nov 29, 2017 | 07:04 AM

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I'm going to move this to the C4 General section for some advice on what to look for in a 1989 Vette. Good luck in your search.

Thanks very much. Getting some great advice!

Nov 29, 2017 | 07:07 AM

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Thanks very much....

I would look for a 1996 ! This is the last C4 and the best. Every thing was inproved and repairs are less. It is the most desirable. Good Luck!

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Nov 29, 2017 | 08:08 AM

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Nov 29, 2017 | 09:01 AM

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Paint is a costly repair..or clear coat. Good luck on your purchase

Nov 29, 2017 | 10:15 AM

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welcome to the forum from palm coast....

Nov 29, 2017 | 10:18 AM

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Call around QUIETLY. Have several places lined up that can do a Pre Delivery Inspection. On a car this old, there might be one or two guys that are familiar with it. Don't tell him where you are talking it yet. If he refuses a PDI, walk.