Keep it OR Sell it???
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Racer
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Keep it OR Sell it???
In less than a year I'll be off to college and moving out of the house into my own apartment. The whole time that I've had this beautiful car, I've paid the insurance, gas, and repairs. Seeing as that I'll be having an apartment payment and utilities and things of this nature, I had planned on selling it after a few minors things done to it. But then again, eventhough it breaks down, and it's old, it's a corvette and it was my first car so it has its sentimental value to me. So I say this, I either sell it and buy something else that's a little cheaper to maintain, OR keep it, mod it, and restore it. Anyone?
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Le Mans Master
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From: Delray Beach FL
Re: Keep it OR Sell it??? (-=Persephone=-)
As much as it pained me to do, I had to vote for selling the Vette. I think if you were to get rid of the Vette for now, you would have it easier. Nothing says you can't find an F-Body that is cheaper to own that has an LT1 motor in it. :D Heck, if you can find a 92 Rustang GT, I'd pick one of those up. Parts are cheap, easy to fix, and mods are cheap. Its a lot of hp for not much dough. :D Good luck!!
:cheers:
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Drifting
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From: NJ
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Re: Keep it OR Sell it??? (-=Persephone=-)
Same situation I was in a few months ago. I tried doing the college thing with a vette for a year and it was not happening. I sold it and now i got a nice chunk of change in the bank for a new car when i graduate. :auto:
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Re: Keep it OR Sell it??? (-=Persephone=-)
If it's paid off and you will be in classes most of the time you should be ok with the Vette so long as you can turn a wrench when needed.
Remember you can try it and see how it goes; if it's becomes a burden sell it then.
Bottom line is how important is owning that Vette to you?
Remember you can try it and see how it goes; if it's becomes a burden sell it then.
Bottom line is how important is owning that Vette to you?
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Re: Keep it OR Sell it??? (pope8ss)
You'll regret it later if you get rid of it.
I wouldn't sell it unless you had no other choice. :iagree:
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Re: Keep it OR Sell it??? (Mr Mojo)
I voted for you to keep it. I had a 91 in college, and it was fantastic. The only downside is when you get smashed and someone else has to drive you home in it - especially if they're short girls that can't reach the pedals. :D
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Re: Keep it OR Sell it??? (Mr Mojo)
dont sell it i did the same thing sold my first vet and had dreams i was driving it ,would wake up and no vet a total nightmare,took me 15 years to get another .WHATEVER IT TAKES KEEP IT ,LIFE IS TO SHORT ........... :chevy
Drifting
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From: new ulm mn
Re: Keep it OR Sell it??? (-=Persephone=-)
Unless it is a Zr-1 or something special, sell it. There are so many C4s out there, you can always get into another one, probably newer or nicer than the one you have now.
Just looked at the car on your page. Really nice. Tough call but unless the 35th anniversary edition is your dream car, I would still sell it. After college your taste in cars might change anyway.
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Just looked at the car on your page. Really nice. Tough call but unless the 35th anniversary edition is your dream car, I would still sell it. After college your taste in cars might change anyway.
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Re: Keep it OR Sell it??? (-=Persephone=-)
Sentimentality may not last. If you you really like Vetts, sell it and get yourself squared away for school. There are so many beautiful Vetts out just waiting for you when you ready.
Good Luck :cheers:
Good Luck :cheers:
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Re: Keep it OR Sell it??? (ZR-71)
Your education is what is most important at this stage of your life. Just think of how many Vettes you will be able to own when you are making the big $$$$
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From: Magnolia Mississippi
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Re: Keep it OR Sell it??? (We Gone)
Your education is what is most important at this stage of your life. Just think of how many Vettes you will be able to own when you are making the big $$$$
Le Mans Master
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From: seattle WA
Re: Keep it OR Sell it??? (vinnies87)
Follow your heart :D think of it this way-you'll be (or should be) studying more
and driving less :rolleyes: I started college and quit 3 times before I finally graduated-heck, they may even have a auto shop at your college :D
Good luck-I'm sure you'll make the right decission for you! :auto:
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From: charlotte nc
Re: Keep it OR Sell it??? (-=Persephone=-)
I wish I still had my first car. Just think what it would be worth today! It wasn't a Vette even. Get yourself a beater and keep the Vette. Someday you will have the $$ to restore/modify and enjoy it like you can't even imagine today. :thumbs:
