What would you do
Le Mans Master
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From: Maryville TN
St. Jude Donor '06-13,'16-'17, '19
Forget ANY kind of car as an investment. The "baby boomer" generation was the last that were into cars. Young people today (as a group) could care less about old cars. That $100,000 car today will be worth nothing in 10 years or less.
Tom
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Drifting
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From: Saint John's, Florida
67 should at least hold it's value if bought right
The 67 is the most desirable year for the Midyears maybe with the exception of the 63 Split Window Coupe.
The fact that it a small block auto means it's not as desirable as a 4 speed or big block. If you buy this car for the right price you should be able to sell it for what you bought it for a few years from now. That's not going to be true of your C6. So you could make a few bucks down the road if you sell the 67 and buy another C6.
The 67 is not going to be a reliable as the C6 so be prepared for more maintenance and possibly repairs which can be expensive if you can't do the work yourself.
If you do decide to check out the 67, see if you can get someone from your local NCRS chapter to go with you so you know what you will be getting. You can usually find someone who will inspect the car for you for a reasonable cost.
I loved my 65 sidepipe convertible but my C6 is just such a great car that you really can't compare the two.
I like to tell people that I compare the C6 to an F16 Fighter Jet and the C2 to a P51 Mustang. There is no way the P51 could hold a candle to the F16 but I think any F16 pilot would jump at the chance to fly a P51 Mustang.
The fact that it a small block auto means it's not as desirable as a 4 speed or big block. If you buy this car for the right price you should be able to sell it for what you bought it for a few years from now. That's not going to be true of your C6. So you could make a few bucks down the road if you sell the 67 and buy another C6.
The 67 is not going to be a reliable as the C6 so be prepared for more maintenance and possibly repairs which can be expensive if you can't do the work yourself.
If you do decide to check out the 67, see if you can get someone from your local NCRS chapter to go with you so you know what you will be getting. You can usually find someone who will inspect the car for you for a reasonable cost.
I loved my 65 sidepipe convertible but my C6 is just such a great car that you really can't compare the two.
I like to tell people that I compare the C6 to an F16 Fighter Jet and the C2 to a P51 Mustang. There is no way the P51 could hold a candle to the F16 but I think any F16 pilot would jump at the chance to fly a P51 Mustang.
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I had my 72'Buick GS Stage1 for over ten years. Then 5 years ago it was "out with the old, and in with the new" and I bought my childhood dream car, Corvette! ! Old muscle cars are cool but nothing beats modern day performance.
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St. Jude Donor '17
The 67 without a doubt, even if it is a small block. The GS will continue to go down in value every year, whereas the 67 will maintaine it's value for years to come. Even though the GS is newer and the ride is much better, the 67 is a great looker and if by chance you decide one day you long for a newer corvette, you can sell the 67 a lot quicker than you could the GS. I wish I had my big block 67 roadster. Whatever you decide, good luck.
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It depends on what you want your Corvette to do. If you like to drive it around and take trips and such, keep the GS. If not, get the mid year.
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St. Jude Donor '15
"In honor of jpee"
You asked for opinions; here's mine.
As an investment? It depends on a) how much you know about restored Vettes, b) how deep are your pockets, and c) how much you can do yourself to faithful, restoration-quality repairing. Before you even consider buying that car, you really need to know just exactly how, and how well it was restored. There have been individuals and companies "putting together" Corvettes for well over 20 years. The cars look great, but authentically done--where the real money is---they are not. And they were pretty sophisticated at their artistry back then, and probably even more so now.
One poster mentioned the downsides of this particular car, which may be true today---maybe so. I recall when the '58 rumble-strip hood, '64 fake hood vents and other Vettes were considered zeros compared to other models and options. But, no one can accurately predict the future, or the fact that those two models have come up in value.
You know what you have now which is a relatively slow (by now) depreciating asset. But it's a great car. To buy an investment-grade '67....that's a whole different story.
As an investment? It depends on a) how much you know about restored Vettes, b) how deep are your pockets, and c) how much you can do yourself to faithful, restoration-quality repairing. Before you even consider buying that car, you really need to know just exactly how, and how well it was restored. There have been individuals and companies "putting together" Corvettes for well over 20 years. The cars look great, but authentically done--where the real money is---they are not. And they were pretty sophisticated at their artistry back then, and probably even more so now.
One poster mentioned the downsides of this particular car, which may be true today---maybe so. I recall when the '58 rumble-strip hood, '64 fake hood vents and other Vettes were considered zeros compared to other models and options. But, no one can accurately predict the future, or the fact that those two models have come up in value.
You know what you have now which is a relatively slow (by now) depreciating asset. But it's a great car. To buy an investment-grade '67....that's a whole different story.
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From: yardley, pa 19067
I look at the C2 Corvette as a Victoria secret model: nice to look at but high maintenance..
once you drive a modern day reliable LS3 then try to go back to a carburetor with plugs & points & a ride that feels like your in a tank it's not fun. I personally would like a C2 shell & add an LS3 & all modern suspension, braking & creature comforts but that'll cost over $100k. I'll stick to my GS & admire the classics at car shows like I've been doing for many years.
once you drive a modern day reliable LS3 then try to go back to a carburetor with plugs & points & a ride that feels like your in a tank it's not fun. I personally would like a C2 shell & add an LS3 & all modern suspension, braking & creature comforts but that'll cost over $100k. I'll stick to my GS & admire the classics at car shows like I've been doing for many years.
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From: Kissimme now from LI,NY
The 67 is the most desirable year for the Midyears maybe with the exception of the 63 Split Window Coupe.
The fact that it a small block auto means it's not as desirable as a 4 speed or big block. If you buy this car for the right price you should be able to sell it for what you bought it for a few years from now. That's not going to be true of your C6. So you could make a few bucks down the road if you sell the 67 and buy another C6.
The 67 is not going to be a reliable as the C6 so be prepared for more maintenance and possibly repairs which can be expensive if you can't do the work yourself.
If you do decide to check out the 67, see if you can get someone from your local NCRS chapter to go with you so you know what you will be getting. You can usually find someone who will inspect the car for you for a reasonable cost.
I loved my 65 sidepipe convertible but my C6 is just such a great car that you really can't compare the two.
I like to tell people that I compare the C6 to an F16 Fighter Jet and the C2 to a P51 Mustang. There is no way the P51 could hold a candle to the F16 but I think any F16 pilot would jump at the chance to fly a P51 Mustang.
The fact that it a small block auto means it's not as desirable as a 4 speed or big block. If you buy this car for the right price you should be able to sell it for what you bought it for a few years from now. That's not going to be true of your C6. So you could make a few bucks down the road if you sell the 67 and buy another C6.
The 67 is not going to be a reliable as the C6 so be prepared for more maintenance and possibly repairs which can be expensive if you can't do the work yourself.
If you do decide to check out the 67, see if you can get someone from your local NCRS chapter to go with you so you know what you will be getting. You can usually find someone who will inspect the car for you for a reasonable cost.
I loved my 65 sidepipe convertible but my C6 is just such a great car that you really can't compare the two.
I like to tell people that I compare the C6 to an F16 Fighter Jet and the C2 to a P51 Mustang. There is no way the P51 could hold a candle to the F16 but I think any F16 pilot would jump at the chance to fly a P51 Mustang.
good advice here.. I had a 65 coupe that I sold last year.. Car was all "done" and I had for 10 yrs. it was a blast to have and while I do miss it, I love my 13 GS.. Drive it all over the place where I was very selective when driving my 65.. While I did drive the 65 a lot it is nowhere near as much as my 08 and 13GS.. Now that being said your 11 GS only has 7k on it so you obviously don't drive it much.. You have a tough decision to make but enjoy and DRIVE which ever way you decide to go..
Le Mans Master
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I currently own an '11 Grand Sport 7k miles loaded. I just saw a mint, restored '67 small block roadster with an automatic ,ps,pb,pw and a/c. The car is beautiful. What would you do? Sell the C6 to get a more collectible Corvette as a possible investment. Or leave well enough alone. Opinions please. Thanks.
You won't like the tranny in the '67, but it won't matter that much. If it is in top-flight premium condition, you will make some money when you sell. However, if it is less than premium condition, you stand to lose money. Values on base model mid-60's vette's, in just good condition, have not fared really well. There are just too many other great cars to own and drive now.
