1991 corvette, need advise
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Drifting
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From: Woodbridge NJ
1991 corvette, need advise
Good day to all. I have an opportunity to purchase a 1991 Corvette with 80,000 miles. I've been a member on this forum for many years and with the great help and support from my fellow members I was able to restore my 1984 Corvette.
I know very little about the 1991 Corvette's and I'm looking for advise as well as pricing. The interior and exterior of the car are in fine condition, rear carpet is a bit faded from sitting, tires new, seals are fine. The car has a rear Greenwood wing.
I did notice from sitting a few of the engine components are pitted, the alternator and plenum to name a few.
The car runs and shifts nicely. I would appreciate any input from my fellow members as well as ball park pricing.
Thank you,
Brimis
I know very little about the 1991 Corvette's and I'm looking for advise as well as pricing. The interior and exterior of the car are in fine condition, rear carpet is a bit faded from sitting, tires new, seals are fine. The car has a rear Greenwood wing.
I did notice from sitting a few of the engine components are pitted, the alternator and plenum to name a few.
The car runs and shifts nicely. I would appreciate any input from my fellow members as well as ball park pricing.
Thank you,
Brimis
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From: San Antonio TX
91 is the last year for the L98 TPI engine with speed density, no MAF. I like the 91 because it has the smooth rounded bumpers just like the LTx C4.
A stock 91 L98 is not as fast as a stock 92-96 LT1 because of the TPI low rpm wall that will limit your hp. But then again you don’t have to worry about the LT1 OptiSpark ignition which can be a pain. Been there done that.
1984 targa top will not bolt on to the 91.
Has driver side air bag.
IMO, a nicer interior and instrument cluster that 84.
Still OBDI
L98 has a 2.25 Y exhaust vs the LT1 dual 2.75 (I believe this is the right size)
I am sure there's more but I can’t think of now. Sorry I can't help you on price.
I chose the 91 because it had the look of a LT1 and I did not want to mess with OptiSpark. And so what if the TPI is a bit slower than an LT1, who leaves their car stock anyway.
A stock 91 L98 is not as fast as a stock 92-96 LT1 because of the TPI low rpm wall that will limit your hp. But then again you don’t have to worry about the LT1 OptiSpark ignition which can be a pain. Been there done that.
1984 targa top will not bolt on to the 91.
Has driver side air bag.
IMO, a nicer interior and instrument cluster that 84.
Still OBDI
L98 has a 2.25 Y exhaust vs the LT1 dual 2.75 (I believe this is the right size)
I am sure there's more but I can’t think of now. Sorry I can't help you on price.
I chose the 91 because it had the look of a LT1 and I did not want to mess with OptiSpark. And so what if the TPI is a bit slower than an LT1, who leaves their car stock anyway.
Safety Car
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From: Mt Laurel NJ
St. Jude Donor '06-'07
I have owned a '85 and a '90, and the '90 is much quieter, has less rattles, just generally a nicer car.
As far as price, some depends on were you live, plus right now is peak season for selling a sports car. I would say between 5k and 6.5k. If it's stick, maybe a little more.
As far as price, some depends on were you live, plus right now is peak season for selling a sports car. I would say between 5k and 6.5k. If it's stick, maybe a little more.
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I bought a '91 Convertable last year. Real nice. 70K mikes in teal green (turquoise) Guy wanted 12,000. Got it for 8,600. Great deal on a great car. Of all my cars, vettes included, This was the purchase I was most happy with in 25 years of playing with cars.
