1980 Vette
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1980 Vette
Just bought my first corvette, 1980 , automatic, L 48. It looks nice, starts up and runs fine but the rear end seems kind of noisy. Are all C 3's kind of noisy in the interior or could it be a worn differential? Seems like it almost needs a 4th gear to quiet it down..Any comments?
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Just bought my first corvette, 1980 , automatic, L 48. It looks nice, starts up and runs fine but the rear end seems kind of noisy. Are all C 3's kind of noisy in the interior or could it be a worn differential? Seems like it almost needs a 4th gear to quiet it down..Any comments?
Greetings and welcome aboard! Congrats on your 'Vette although I apologize for the noise you're hearing. Feel free to contact us with inquiries. How are you enjoying otherwise?
William R.
Chevrolet Customer Care