Finally got a good deal on a Vette..... so far.
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How does that happen? It seems the only thing that posted were the pictures.
Jared
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Long story short, It's an '88, paid $3500, last licensed in 2009, runs and drives, 117K miles, cracked windshield and floppy passenger side headlight are all I have come across so far besides some random burnt out lightbulbs.
I've been a member for awhile but my original reason for joining is the L98 engine I have in my 91 S-10.
Jared
I've been a member for awhile but my original reason for joining is the L98 engine I have in my 91 S-10.
Jared
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Congrats and I think you did get a good deal if it runs and drives good...it’s not perfect cosmetically but for an 88 vert that’s a good price..
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Long story short, It's an '88, paid $3500, last licensed in 2009, runs and drives, 117K miles, cracked windshield and floppy passenger side headlight are all I have come across so far besides some random burnt out lightbulbs.
I've been a member for awhile but my original reason for joining is the L98 engine I have in my 91 S-10.
Jared
I've been a member for awhile but my original reason for joining is the L98 engine I have in my 91 S-10.
Jared
It needs clean up, but what else?
What are your plans for it?
If this is just a driver to tinker with it should be great as long as the injectors, belts, tires, hubs, suspension, bushings, brakes, weather seals, fuel pump, fuel filter, head gaskets, u-joints, dash, window regulators, heater core, Y pipe exhaust, cats, etc are all in good shape. Those are all the very common issues on these cars when used and this old.
Go at it and keep documenting the progress!
Have you been looking since '09?
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I know this is going to sound negative, but I think you might have gotten a fair deal at best. So far is a fair statement.
It needs clean up, but what else?
What are your plans for it?
If this is just a driver to tinker with it should be great as long as the injectors, belts, tires, hubs, suspension, bushings, brakes, weather seals, fuel pump, fuel filter, head gaskets, u-joints, dash, window regulators, heater core, Y pipe exhaust, cats, etc are all in good shape. Those are all the very common issues on these cars when used and this old.
Go at it and keep documenting the progress!
Have you been looking since '09?
It needs clean up, but what else?
What are your plans for it?
If this is just a driver to tinker with it should be great as long as the injectors, belts, tires, hubs, suspension, bushings, brakes, weather seals, fuel pump, fuel filter, head gaskets, u-joints, dash, window regulators, heater core, Y pipe exhaust, cats, etc are all in good shape. Those are all the very common issues on these cars when used and this old.
Go at it and keep documenting the progress!
Have you been looking since '09?
I did notice that the entire cooling system had been replaced probably shortly before it was stored. New radiator, hoses, water pump, and the coolant is as green as a shamrock.
The tires, albeit old, are also like new Dunlop Sport tires that still have the nubs on them. Car was stored in a heated storage garage and the tires show absolutely no signs of weather checking or cracking.... and therefore I am going to continue to drive on them until they give me reason not to. They felt fine on the drive home. Brakes felt really good too.... and they surprised me!!
Lucky for me I have an in depth understanding of the TPI system, as mentioned before I rebuilt and installed a 1989 L98 in my 1991 S-10 Pickup here about 10 years ago. Although it doesn't get driven much anymore, it is still a ton of fun when I do take it out.
I've been looking on and off for the last few years for a Convertible C4. As the owner of 2 Mazda Miatas, I am familiar with the roadster life style and really wanted a roadster. The fact it is black on black is a bonus although I do have a soft spot for cars with black exteriors and red interiors.
My only true annoyances at the moment has been trying to find wiper blades.... which it seems no-one stocks them, and the licensing department this morning was trying to soak me for the suggested retail value of $8500 in taxes. I have a local auto shop I do injectors for drawing up a repair estimate for everything that would be required to be done to bring a performance car out of long term storage..... which will make it so I just pay taxes on what I actually paid for the car.
On a side note, I clay barred, cut and polished a 12"x12" section of the hood and I think this paint will clean up nice.... far from perfect but nice anyhow.
There will be more to follow of course, I should probably pick up a repair manual for this thing.... is there one that everyone/someone recommends?
Jared
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I work second shift at Boeing and am just about ready to fly out the door.
I do have this weekend off thankfully and will be diving into the codes amongst other things.
Jared
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Looks awesome! Saw that one on craigs list, was wondering if it would run right away after sitting so long. I think you got a great deal for around here, people still seem to think average c4's are worth close to 10k. If I had more parking we probably would of had to fight over it lol If it would have been a stick I probably would have tried to get it anyway and just sold something, I really want a convertible. Way better shape than my project vette.
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Thanks for the kudos!! I'm happy with it, can't beat it for the price.
Jared
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Looks awesome! Saw that one on craigs list, was wondering if it would run right away after sitting so long. I think you got a great deal for around here, people still seem to think average c4's are worth close to 10k. If I had more parking we probably would of had to fight over it lol If it would have been a stick I probably would have tried to get it anyway and just sold something, I really want a convertible. Way better shape than my project vette.
Whereabouts are you located? I'm in Stanwood.
Jared
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