hey guys,
I asked a few question about a week ago on a vette and somone did me a huge favor and run a VIN report on it for me, well that deal fell through but I'm diffenatly thinking I'll be getting this one this thursday

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...488119558&rd=1

but I didn't feel like paying 10 bucks to get a carfax, please any help with or any other opinions would be very much so apprciated!

thanks
brody west

 

man that thing looks like it has been beat up. Look at the shift ****. You know it's been power shifted a lot with it worn out like that.

 

didn't look that bad to me for a 7 year old car with 60000 miles. If you buy it definitely fix that front spoiler or you will have engine cooling issues. Do you know what his reserve is?

Scott

 

So you're willing to spend $16.5k plus for the car, but not willing to protect yourself by spending $10 (or whatever) for a CARFAX? If you don't get a freebie here, spend the money.

 

Looks like some considerable wear on the interior. But, it is a 7 year old car with 50000+ miles. I would forget the aftermarket Z06 wheels for $1500 - you can buy them new for less than that. I would strongly encourage you to run a CarFax and also to see if anyone can check the car out for you. Hard to really tell what the condition is by just pictures. Good luck in whatever you do.

 

Go to LS2.com They always have someone running a free car faq.

 

hey thanks for the site, and the reserve is 18,900, or so she said. I like the car because it's not perfect so I can get it a little cheaper, and because it has every option I want (aside from Hud which is no big deal) and it is somewhat close to where i'm located.

 

oh and whats wrong with the front spoiler???

 

Welcome to the Forum ...and good luck with the purchase!

 

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The story of this 1997 CHEVROLET CORVETTE (1G1YY22G7V5107082) according to our interpretation of the information reported to CARFAX:
This coupe has had 3 owners and was owned in South Carolina and Indiana. The first title for this coupe was reported to CARFAX by a South Carolina DMV in 1998.
It has had no minor or moderate accidents reported to CARFAX.
It has had no DMV-reported total loss events, like a major accident, fire or flood.
It has a consistent mileage history with no indication of an odometer rollback. It was driven an average of 8,537 miles per year, which is lower than than the industry average of 15,000. The last odometer reading, reported on 05/01/2003, was 49,500 miles.
It was not reported to a DMV as a Manufacturer Buyback (LEMON).
Its basic warranty has expired. You may want to discuss an extended warranty with your dealer.
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Report Summary
1. ACCIDENT CHECK

Total Loss Check No Severe Accidents Reported to DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
Other Accident Indicators No Accident Indicators Reported
2. MILEAGE ACCURACY CHECK

Truth-In-Mileage Check No Odometer Problems Reported to DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
Odometer Rollback Check No Potential Odometer Rollback Found
Mileage Consistency Check No Inconsistent Odometer Reading Found
3. LEMON CHECK®
No Mfr. Buyback Reported to DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
4. OWNERSHIP CHECK

Number of Owners 3 Estimated Owner(s)
Type of Owners Checked 8 Types of Vehicle Registrations
5. RECALL CHECK
CHEVROLET Does Not Report Recalls to CARFAX
6. WARRANTY CHECK
No Coverage Remaining on Basic Warranty
DETAILED VEHICLE HISTORY 8 HISTORY RECORDS REPORTED
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Year/Make/Model: 1997 CHEVROLET CORVETTE

Body Style: COUPE
Engine: 5.7L V8 PFI OHV ALUM
Fuel: GASOLINE
Driveline: REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Manufactured in: UNITED STATES
Safety Equipment: 4 wheel ABS, Running Lights, Dual front air bags/active (manual) belts

Standard Equipment: Power Windows, Power Steering, Air Conditioning, AM / FM Cassette, Power Brakes, Tilt Wheel, 6-digit Odometer


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Salvage Title Loss Due To Fire Title
Junk Title Flood Damage Title
Rebuilt/Reconstructed Title Hail Damage Title
Dismantled Title Canadian Total Loss


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This 1997 CHEVROLET CORVETTE (1G1YY22G7V5107082) had no accident indicators reported to CARFAX from its sources. This section checks for accidents and/or related damage reported from many public and private sources. Not all accidents are reported to CARFAX. A vehicle inspection completed by your dealer or professional mechanic is recommended.

No Salvage Auction Record Reported No Crash Test Vehicle Record Reported
No Fire Damage Record Reported No Airbag Deployment Record Reported
No Police Accident Record Reported No Damage Disclosure Record Reported


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Truth-In-Mileage Check:


GOOD NEWS! No major odometer problems were ever reported by a DMV under the Truth-In-Mileage Act for this 1997 CHEVROLET CORVETTE (1G1YY22G7V5107082). If you find that any of the following odometer problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. You must register to activate this free guarantee!

Not Actual Mileage Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses mileage fraud or a broken odometer.
Exceeds Mechanical Limits Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses an odometer rollover.


Odometer Rollback Check:


CARFAX found no odometer rollbacks for this 1997 CHEVROLET CORVETTE (1G1YY22G7V5107082). Rollbacks reported in this section originate from readings collected by a DMV or other verifiable source.

Mileage Consistency Check:


CARFAX found no inconsistent odometer readings in the mileage history of this 1997 CHEVROLET CORVETTE (1G1YY22G7V5107082).

Date: Mileage:
09/03/2002 44,612
05/01/2003 49,500



Average miles driven per year 8,537 CARFAX AdvisorTM Compare this vehicle's average annual mileage to the industry average of 15,000 miles per year. Use this comparison to determine how this vehicle was driven.

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Ownership History:


CARFAX estimates that this 1997 CHEVROLET CORVETTE (1G1YY22G7V5107082) had 3 owner(s). CARFAX analyzed this vehicle's title history and other supporting events to identify potential ownership transfers. In compliance with the U.S. privacy laws, CARFAX does not collect or report owner names or addresses.

Estimated Owners: Date: Location:
1st owner 09/24/1998 South Carolina
2nd owner 07/16/2002 South Carolina
3rd owner 05/01/2003 Indiana

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This 1997 CHEVROLET CORVETTE (1G1YY22G7V5107082) was checked for 8 types of registrations.

Personal Use Registration Reported No Fleet Registration Reported
No Lease Registration Reported No Commercial Registration Reported
No Rental Registration Reported No Non-Profit Registration Reported
No Taxi Registration Reported No Built to Non U.S. Standards Record Reported

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