Original engine?
Hello, I’m new to C3s. I’d like to ask if this engine is original to the car (71). Thanks.
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Compare the numbers on he engine block (passenger side below valve cover) and the VIN Number located on the “A” Pillar. Just Google C3 Corvette matching numbers and VIN, The numbers and letters of the VIN also give details about the car.
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Your VIN and engine stamp pad agree and look to be original. However, both are for a 1973 car. And you think you have a '71 C3? Does it have a rubber front bumper or a chrome front bumper? If it is chrome, a prior owner has tried to make a '73 car into a "chrome bumper" car.
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That's because Eli's car is a '73.
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Originally Posted by 7T1vette
(Post 1603872186)
Your VIN and engine stamp pad agree and look to be original. However, both are for a 1973 car. And you think you have a '71 C3? Does it have a rubber front bumper or a chrome front bumper? If it is chrome, a prior owner has tried to make a '73 car into a "chrome bumper" car.
Lots of code tools are located here. Be sure to look for the trim tag in the driver side doorframe. http://corvettec3.ca/ |
Greg...
So why did the OP put "(71)" in his intitial post???? :toetap: But, thanks for your 'kind' reply. |
The answer for the 71 OP (poster #1) is it looks like it could be original but does have some modification (like headers). As mentioned by poster #2 and his 73 pictures, the VIN and engine code match is the way to check further. Got my laugh for the day...thanks guys!
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Replaced parts or missing that can be seen.
Master cylinder. Water pump. Upper Radiator Hose. Radiator. Radiator Cap Ignition Wires and cap Valve covers Wiper door actuator boot Unusual bracket on passenger hood latch Lower ignition shielding and spark plug heat shields Alternator As stated exhaust manifolds |
Originally Posted by 7T1vette
(Post 1603873276)
Greg...
So why did the OP put "(71)" in his intitial post???? :toetap: But, thanks for your 'kind' reply. I (jetning) am the OP. I did say 71. Eli responded and posted pictures of the windshield and block VIN. He never stated what year his car is. Thanks. |
It's coded in the sixth digit of the VIN shown (3)!
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Originally Posted by 7T1vette
(Post 1603873276)
Greg...
So why did the OP put "(71)" in his intitial post???? :toetap: But, thanks for your 'kind' reply. Because you're looking at two different member's posts. :rolleyes: |
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