Corvette project my first vette
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Corvette project my first vette
I just bought a 1977 corvette today in dire need of a restoration. It is my first ever vette I always loved this style with the flat back window. There is a spoiler on it that I hAve not seen before and it seems to be a stock spoiler as it does not seem to be an add on. Jit also has badging that says Colectors edition. I don't know if anyone can see my abum but I have pictures any information would be very appreciated.
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That rear spoiler was added by a previous owner as it did not come from the factory that way. Best of luck getting the car in shape and welcome to the forum.
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Welcome to the Forum!
Saw your album - you definitely have some work to do.
Look at the bright side, though - most of the paint is already stripped off for you. 
Saw your album - you definitely have some work to do.
Look at the bright side, though - most of the paint is already stripped off for you.
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Yes the previous owner was nice enough to strip the car for me, only now I have to put the whole puzzle back together. Thank you all for the welcomes and luck wishing. I'll post pics in my album as I can.
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Welcome to the forum!
Good luck with your project C3!
Good luck with your project C3!
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Welcome, I have lots of pics of resorting my 77 drop me a pm if you need any help 
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Wow what a beautiful job on that. If mine comes out half of that nice I'll be so proud of my daughter. Just an FYI to all reading this, my daughters automotive class has offered to take this on so they can learn. Such a proud father here. 
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