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Old Mar 14, 2013 | 02:08 PM
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Hi there, I'm Fred and I have never owned a Vette, but I have the bug. I do have a 1959 TR-3, but I want something with more muscle and that doesn't break every weekend! I live in Orange County, CA.

The question I have for the group is I found a seller with a 1965, clear titled, recent restoration Stingray. Exactly what I want. The problem is he is way out of state. The other problem is the price is crazy low, $29k including shipping/handling. He says for shipping he will use a voucher and the transaction will be closed through a 3rd party (the Protection Program offered by Amazon Payments). Is anyone familiar with this process? Is it trustworthy? Just seems like too good of a deal. I'd love to hear your thoughts.
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Run, Forest, Run. That is a typical scam.

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I figured it was too good to be true. A quick google on the Protection Plan by Amazon Payments confirms a scam.

Thanks Ben.
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Thanks. Anyone know about a '65 ragtop in So Cal for $40k ish?
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Welcome to the Forum Fred and good luck on another deal. If 65s were that cheap we would all own one
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Hi Fred, Welcome !

I own and operate a british and repair facility in the S.F. bay area and i do know how tempermental your car is but that's what keeps me in buisness

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Originally Posted by T Revelo
Hi Fred, Welcome !

I own and operate a british and repair facility in the S.F. bay area and i do know how tempermental your car is but that's what keeps me in buisness

Tyrone
I love my TR3, and so does my local mechanic. Thanks for the warm welcome!

Back on topic, what is the general opinion regarding drivability upgrades? I found a numbers matching '65, but without power steering. The dealer said they can assist with installing aftermarket powersteering. Does that affect the colectability/value?
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