New '71; thanks to the forum!
This forum has been invaluable for sorting the good from the bad among the Vettes I have looked at. Upon the recommendations in replies to my queries, I passed on a number of chrome-bumpers that needed too much work, and jumped on a '71 that was local to me and in extraordinary shape:
http://www.drbob.tqhosting.com/corve...20(Medium).JPG http://www.drbob.tqhosting.com/corve...20(Medium).JPG http://www.drbob.tqhosting.com/corve...20(Medium).JPG http://www.drbob.tqhosting.com/corve...20(Medium).JPG '71, originally white but repainted maroon last year. BB hood, but only a stock 270hp 350. Currently has chrome Edelbrock valve-covers, and while I was pricing out cast-aluminum factory-style valve-covers, it turns out a set come with the car. It runs ultra-smooth (it was idling at 400rpm in Drive, according to the tach), and drives nicely on the highway, but could use new bushings for the rear spring, as well as some detailing on the trailing-arms. http://www.drbob.tqhosting.com/corve...20(Medium).JPG But no rust on the frame or birdcage, and all the body-mounts were intact, which was key for me. http://www.drbob.tqhosting.com/corve...20(Medium).JPG http://www.drbob.tqhosting.com/corve...20(Medium).JPG http://www.drbob.tqhosting.com/corve...20(Medium).JPG Deluxe saddle interior with PS/PB/PW. I'll be figuring out the A/C, the one thing that doesn't work. And while I would have loved a manual transmission, the condition and the price on this car were just too good to pass up, and I can always upgrade to a 5-spd (again, thanks to the experiences of people on this forum). http://www.drbob.tqhosting.com/corve...20(Medium).JPG |
how long did you look ?
and how many Vettes did you look at, before you found the keeper ? Congradulations, on finding the right car for you. |
Looks like you did your 'homework'. It may not be 'all-original'...but it's all-Corvette! Great find.
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Originally Posted by 69Vett
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how long did you look ?
and how many Vettes did you look at, before you found the keeper ? Congradulations, on finding the right car for you. I've been steadily studying these forums on a daily basis during that time for buying-tips, and learning from the troubles other people have had. My budget was in the $15,000-$20,000 range, with pretty broad search-criteria (chrome-bumper, not red, light-blue or white, ideally with deluxe interior and A/C, as well as big-block). I sacrificed the big-block and the manual-trans, but got everything else I wanted, most importantly a clean frame and body, for $16k. I still don't think it's sunk in that I own it... :) |
Thats a nice car, I love that color. Am I correct in saying that it looks like Marlboro Maroon?
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Originally Posted by Smadoo
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Thats a nice car, I love that color. Am I correct in saying that it looks like Marlboro Maroon?
Today I'll be calling a number from a Craigslist ad for a set of PO2 wheelcovers; I didn't want to buy them before I had a car to put them on, but I think a restored set of those would fit the character of this car, kinda like this one but without the redlines: http://www.drbob.tqhosting.com/corve...roon-small.jpg |
:cheers:
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Very Nice, great color combo... :cheers:
Best of luck with your new ride and welcome to the 71 club. :D |
You did very well, both on price & condition considering it's a north east car with so little surface rust. What's the milage and what kind of documentation did you get?
It's a beautiful vette! Good luck with it! Glenn :cheers: |
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CONGRATS!:cheers:
Looks like you did well. If the AC doesn't work right now, take the belt off, that could help your idling problem(if it's not the gauge). Don't forget the wave!:seeya |
Originally Posted by GD70
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You did very well, both on price & condition considering it's a north east car with so little surface rust. What's the milage and what kind of documentation did you get?
It's a beautiful vette! Good luck with it! Glenn :cheers: It's been garaged its whole life, and only shows 74,500 miles. I tend to believe that may be original, given the condition. Only documentation was the owner's-manual. :( No idea if there's a tank-sticker or not. |
Originally Posted by schmegeggie
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CONGRATS!:cheers:
Looks like you did well. If the AC doesn't work right now, take the belt off, that could help your idling problem(if it's not the gauge). |
Looks real sweeeet. Enjoy the ride.:thumbs:
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Hi Bob,
VERY nice looking 71. I think you're in for a lot of fun. Good Luck! Regards, Alan |
Awesome! Glad you found your car!
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Welcome and congrats...
That is one beautiful redhead :thumbs: :cheers: Rod |
Congratulations!! She is a beauty, good luck and have fun with her.:cheers:
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Welcome and that a good looking ride enjoy :thumbs:
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Congrats on a fine looking machine. :cheers:
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