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Most of these threads about price throw coupes and verts into the same bucket. Using this thread as an example, would there be a difference in the price for a 6 speed coupe vs a 6 speed vert?
Most of these threads about price throw coupes and verts into the same bucket. Using this thread as an example, would there be a difference in the price for a 6 speed coupe vs a 6 speed vert?
I have never understood the convertible premium. I have a coupe and a convertible, and the gives you 80% of the convertible experience with none of the sacrifices.
I have never understood the convertible premium. I have a coupe and a convertible, and the gives you 80% of the convertible experience with none of the sacrifices.
Other than the old saying “top goes down , price goes up” the sheer number of coupes vs verts comes into play. Then factor in the number of manual vs auto verts and the number that are decent survivors (not sun facked) and the choices decrease exponentially. All about supply and demand. There’s some drivers that will have nothing but a vert and while that isn’t me I can appreciate it and can therefore see the reason they fetch more.
I have never understood the convertible premium. I have a coupe and a convertible, and the gives you 80% of the convertible experience with none of the sacrifices.
Well...its dealers choice on what sacrifices mean to you? because for ME taking some odd stupid piece of plastic T-top ..Targa? whatever you call the thing?? off leaving nothing more than a chevy chevette sunroof opening, Is nothing even close to the experience of open air driving that a convertible has!!.
And the reason they cost more.....IS because they're WORTH more.
hahaha sorry in advance for the rhetoric, nothing personal. Your a very nice guy, just had to rant.
Thread is titled value? so no harm intentional (as always) to previous replies. I am a new 9 month or so C4 owner. Been active in at least 4 other major performance platforms forums over the years, Modern tech stuff. My perspective is what ever drives the price up works for me. C4 owners clocking on other C4 owners works, if it makes it appreciate! I was having a little remorse over my 13K purchase on ebay. Established a good rapport (note spelling the eye exam), with the seller but admittedly I am more or less funded and fitted to deal with "issues". Mid year LT1. These cars are in at least 3 different categories of engine classes least to most valuable, Having been on enthusiast threads for years, short sightedness is the prevailing theme.
Buyers regret, and how to avoid = or is usually >/= TCO and how to manage. It doesn't matter if your in the sub 10K or sub 15K range its the same. Manage your purchase. Invest what is needed to enjoy your goals. I forgot to emphasize Goals. I get it like myself, I have to kind of jump in with both feet to really understand and experience, but I have been pretty happy that many, most, a lot of issues on these cars are very much the same, are normal wear items and happily the major vendors have stock, (possibly with lead times) on almost every one of the common wear items. One thing is to filter out the members already doing drag conversions, its a fringe and not all of us are trying to spend the car out to the last breath. Avoid an abused and hacked car. Be able to do your own work and have a budget. Also be informed that aftermarket refits on everything from plastics to mechanicals is hit or miss. Try and aim for restoring original parts in your pre purchase assessment. Have that in mind when pricing your appreciating C4!
Well...its dealers choice on what sacrifices mean to you? because for ME taking some odd stupid piece of plastic T-top ..Targa? whatever you call the thing?? off leaving nothing more than a chevy chevette sunroof opening, Is nothing even close to the experience of open air driving that a convertible has!!.
And the reason they cost more.....IS because they're WORTH more.
hahaha sorry in advance for the rhetoric, nothing personal. Your a very nice guy, just had to rant.
Chris
No worries.
My perspective may be skewed by the way I use my cars, the Corvettes I drive hard so the extra solidity of the coupe frame is a bonus. I have had a few "cruiser" convertibles that were very enjoyable to drive, just not at the limit. I am happy that the convertibles are worth more, if my wife let me (it is really her car) I would trade the 89 convertible auto for a same year coupe with a stick in a heartbeat.
No worries.
My perspective may be skewed by the way I use my cars, the Corvettes I drive hard so the extra solidity of the coupe frame is a bonus. I have had a few "cruiser" convertibles that were very enjoyable to drive, just not at the limit. I am happy that the convertibles are worth more, if my wife let me (it is really her car) I would trade the 89 convertible auto for a same year coupe with a stick in a heartbeat.
I have taken notice that several forum members who post alot, tend to be in the racing world, Track days? Drag Strips, Tuning, all of that stuff, which is fine. However, im going to say, basically 90% of corvette owners NEVER raced their cars, much less turned a wrench on them. That being said, there's nothing wrong in enjoying the cars esthetically, These cars look nice. they handle well, they're usually fairly maintenance free, if kept up with. Finally there's a reason the BASE convertible car is about 7 to 8 grand more than the coupe when new? it then only stands to reason the cars will be worth more when used.
Have to jump in to this thread-right in my wheelhouse.Purchased in January this year a 1989 C4 convertible with the OEM removable hardtop.It has the 6sp manual with 3.33 rear axle.Tires are 2 yr old BFG comp2 in
great condition.California car 1 owner until 2018.Bought by 2nd owner-who was a knowledgeable "car guy" who did all the proper maintainance,parts replacement and upkeep as required. Always garaged from new.
When bought was at 62k miles,original red paint & black vert top in good to very good condition.Car runs good and looks good. I paid 11k and feel it is well worth it-especially the fun factor vs. cost.
I have taken notice that several forum members who post alot, tend to be in the racing world, Track days? Drag Strips, Tuning, all of that stuff, which is fine. However, im going to say, basically 90% of corvette owners NEVER raced their cars, much less turned a wrench on them. That being said, there's nothing wrong in enjoying the cars esthetically, These cars look nice. they handle well, they're usually fairly maintenance free, if kept up with. Finally there's a reason the BASE convertible car is about 7 to 8 grand more than the coupe when new? it then only stands to reason the cars will be worth more when used.
that's just the thing. I always would get these topics hijacked in other forums (cough camaro6) when a guy would be solidly in as much HP and as much speed as possible frame of mind and its like you just can't win with that tunnel vision. Part of the reason I parted with my Camaro ltg is the online neighborhood got a little trashy more often lately. Also I just was missing the classic rumble. But it's all relative I guess. I would say 99.8 percent of all C4s are not prize winning show cars and will never be huge collector. I just drive mine every chance I get and no regrets. Why would you for sub 15k on a car that at least is holding steady and actually increasing in equity by the month. But I think the topic was more about worrying about getting you money back out? I might be drifting a bit. A few ways to take it back to the OP.
that's just the thing. I always would get these topics hijacked in other forums (cough camaro6) when a guy would be solidly in as much HP and as much speed as possible frame of mind and its like you just can't win with that tunnel vision. Part of the reason I parted with my Camaro ltg is the online neighborhood got a little trashy more often lately. Also I just was missing the classic rumble. But it's all relative I guess. I would say 99.8 percent of all C4s are not prize winning show cars and will never be huge collector. I just drive mine every chance I get and no regrets. Why would you for sub 15k on a car that at least is holding steady and actually increasing in equity by the month. But I think the topic was more about worrying about getting you money back out? I might be drifting a bit. A few ways to take it back to the OP.
For the sake of the OP asking for an opinion of the value on a 1989 6speed corvette, the thread invariably turns to what these cars may be worth in the future, Since we all agreed mostly the car in good shape would be worth 9 to 11k, OP seem satisfied with the answers given, That being said, I paid 5k for a 1989 6 spd convertible car about 15 yrs ago. Obviously the car has went up in value, although my car had more miles and the interior was roached. seat covers and a good cleaning and the car looked pretty damn good.
Its all well and good, when the race guys start posting the thread turns to power, and trap times, dyno sheets, and 1/4 mile slips. the best CAM or thingamabob that gets your *** to the finish line the quickest.
When you mention an experience with the car, or the feeling you get from driving the damn thing>? your met with scoffs, and stats, and more numbers.
I say bull ****! the experience is far better than the numbers, the feel of driving the car isnt dictated by a dyno, or a 1/4 mile time slip. The cars are fun to drive! anyone thats driven one knows that!
So whatever. i like it because it feels good. and i dont give a rats ***, what honda civic beats me to the next stop light!
