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| Allan |
 Dec 20 2007, 10:50 AM
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Teenerless Weenie  Group: Members Posts: 8,373 Joined: 5-July 04 From: Western Mesopotamia Member No.: 2,304 Region Association: Southern California  |
Strange question on a 914 forum I know but you guy's seem to have your hands in more than just teeners.
Here's the deal. There is a guy at my wifes office that has a '72 vette he wants to get rid of. I haven't seen the car but from what I've been told it's very clean and in really good shape. I don't know if it has the mysterious "Matching Numbers", or anything else about it. I did a little research, and see them selling anywhere from 10k - 30k. He want's 6k for it. Any thoughts? |
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| ConeDodger |
Dec 20 2007, 11:12 AM
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Apex killer! Group: Members Posts: 23,622 Joined: 31-December 04 From: Tahoe Area Member No.: 3,380 Region Association: Northern California 
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QUOTE(Headrage @ Dec 20 2007, 08:50 AM)  Strange question on a 914 forum I know but you guy's seem to have your hands in more than just teeners. Here's the deal. There is a guy at my wifes office that has a '72 vette he wants to get rid of. I haven't seen the car but from what I've been told it's very clean and in really good shape. I don't know if it has the mysterious "Matching Numbers", or anything else about it. I did a little research, and see them selling anywhere from 10k - 30k. He want's 6k for it. Any thoughts? Alan, I haven't been into Corvettes since the '80s when I was Competition Director for Corvettes of Minnesota but if I recall correctly, the '72 is not really a collectable car. It isn't followed by the organizations that say what it should be and such. All of that may have changed though. Search National Council of Corvette Clubs and see if they have any valuation information. |
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| VaccaRabite |
Dec 20 2007, 11:43 AM
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En Garde! Group: Admin Posts: 13,465 Joined: 15-December 03 From: Dallastown, PA Member No.: 1,435 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
www.usedcorvettesforsale.com/1972.shtml
My instinct would say that he either does not know the value of the car, or that something is wrong with it. $6000 seems low to me if the car is in good shape. its Pre-74 so it is not an inspection nightmare in most states. If I had the dosh, I'd jump on it. Even if something was broke, I know that I could fix it and resell and still turn a profit. I love that particular body style. The 72 in this pic is on sale for $55K to try and move by years end... (IMG:http://proteamcorvette.com/cars/photos/272Y.jpg) This ones $17K. I wonder if it comes with the girl. (IMG:http://www.rockcountyclassics.com/images/DSC_0290.jpg) Zach |
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| Ferg |
Dec 20 2007, 12:01 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,948 Joined: 8-January 03 From: Boulder CO Member No.: 116 Region Association: None
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72 is the last year for chrome bumpers front and rear, in 73 they went to the plastic nose, and by 74 added the ugly rear.
Big HP drop on most engines from 71 - 72, and like most other cars by continued to drop through the 70s, 72 had a few engine choices I think 3 different small blocks, A LT1 small block and then the big block. I'd say it's certainly worth a look. Plenty of "buying" books on corvette's that show you how to read the codes and what to look for. Rust is a very big factor in these, the rear frame rails are a issue, not so much in your area of the country, but if it was a east coast car at some point watch out. 6k is project money. If you could confirm that it's a matching number car, with straight body and frame, it's close to a no brainer. If you don't buy it give me a call (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) Ferg |
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| jasons |
Dec 20 2007, 12:07 PM
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Jackstand Extraordinaire Group: Members Posts: 2,002 Joined: 19-August 04 From: Scottsdale, AZ Member No.: 2,573 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(ConeDodger @ Dec 20 2007, 10:12 AM) Alan, I haven't been into Corvettes since the '80s when I was Competition Director for Corvettes of Minnesota but if I recall correctly, the '72 is not really a collectable car. It isn't followed by the organizations that say what it should be and such. All of that may have changed though. Search National Council of Corvette Clubs and see if they have any valuation information. Thats definitely changed. Since 67 and earlier cars are 6 digits (thanks to Craig Jackson), the C3 cars have become the "affordable" old Vette. Especially Chrome Bumper C3's. 427/4 speed cars are in the $50k range now. Add a drop top, add $$$. I would jump on it at $6k in any drivable condition. Believe it or not though, Vettes do have rust issues too! Obiviously not in the glass, but in the Sub-Structures. So, do some homework. We bought this 73 this year because my wife wanted some kind convertible. I wanted a car that wouldn't nosedive in depreciation. We agreed on this. Its a one year car, front poly bumper, rear chrome bumper. Last year for Chrome bumpers. This car is matching numbers. It allegedly a 47k original mile car, but I can't confirm that.   |
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| TeenerTim |
Dec 20 2007, 12:08 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 597 Joined: 22-October 07 From: Norfolk,VA Member No.: 8,253 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
QUOTE(Headrage @ Dec 20 2007, 11:50 AM) Anybody Know Anything About Them? Yeah, real men don't drive plastic cars. |
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| VaccaRabite |
Dec 20 2007, 12:13 PM
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En Garde! Group: Admin Posts: 13,465 Joined: 15-December 03 From: Dallastown, PA Member No.: 1,435 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
QUOTE(TeenerTim @ Dec 20 2007, 01:08 PM) QUOTE(Headrage @ Dec 20 2007, 11:50 AM) Anybody Know Anything About Them? Yeah, real men don't drive plastic cars. Said the guy with the orange 1.7L NARP. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) Zach |
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| jasons |
Dec 20 2007, 12:14 PM
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Jackstand Extraordinaire Group: Members Posts: 2,002 Joined: 19-August 04 From: Scottsdale, AZ Member No.: 2,573 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(TeenerTim @ Dec 20 2007, 11:08 AM) QUOTE(Headrage @ Dec 20 2007, 11:50 AM) Anybody Know Anything About Them? Yeah, real men don't drive plastic cars. Tell it to Michael Schumacher or John Force. |
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| andys |
Dec 20 2007, 12:28 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,165 Joined: 21-May 03 From: Valencia, CA Member No.: 721 Region Association: None
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I had a '73 L82 w/ 3.50 Posi. It was like the white one above only in silver; yup, a one year car. As mentioned, the '72 was the last of the chrome bumpers models. $6000 does seem low. Is it a California car? You might post some questions to the Corvette forums for how to determine options/models/problem areas etc.
I was really disappointed with the handling of my '73. I thought of it as very Caprice like. Fast, yes but that's about it. Huge PITA to work on, and parts were expensive (relative to American cars of the day). Did I mention poor gas mileage? 13MPG on a good day. Andys |
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| TeenerTim |
Dec 20 2007, 02:22 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 597 Joined: 22-October 07 From: Norfolk,VA Member No.: 8,253 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
QUOTE(Vacca Rabite @ Dec 20 2007, 01:13 PM) QUOTE(TeenerTim @ Dec 20 2007, 01:08 PM) QUOTE(Headrage @ Dec 20 2007, 11:50 AM) Anybody Know Anything About Them? Yeah, real men don't drive plastic cars. Said the guy with the orange 1.7L NARP. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) Zach I had to sell my 69' Mach I with the 428 Cobra Jet to pay child support. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/KMA.gif) QUOTE Tell it to Why do you think they call them FUNNY cars? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) |
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| Gint |
Dec 20 2007, 02:26 PM
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Mike Ginter Group: Admin Posts: 16,083 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Denver CO. Member No.: 20 Region Association: Rocky Mountains  |
IIWM and the car was in running, driving condition and reasonably nice in appearance I'd grab it for $6k. Rust or not in a couple of years you'll get more money for it. C3's are the last remaining "affordable" Vettes. But that won't last forever.
Get us some pics! |
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| Beamer13 |
Dec 20 2007, 02:27 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 303 Joined: 8-November 07 From: Midwest Member No.: 8,308 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Ya beat me to it!!! My uncle has a 73 which only has the chrome rear. He paid pretty big $$ for his, I would totally jump on it!!! If only it were a few months from now (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)
QUOTE(Ferg @ Dec 20 2007, 12:01 PM) 72 is the last year for chrome bumpers front and rear, in 73 they went to the plastic nose, and by 74 added the ugly rear. Big HP drop on most engines from 71 - 72, and like most other cars by continued to drop through the 70s, 72 had a few engine choices I think 3 different small blocks, A LT1 small block and then the big block. I'd say it's certainly worth a look. Plenty of "buying" books on corvette's that show you how to read the codes and what to look for. Rust is a very big factor in these, the rear frame rails are a issue, not so much in your area of the country, but if it was a east coast car at some point watch out. 6k is project money. If you could confirm that it's a matching number car, with straight body and frame, it's close to a no brainer. If you don't buy it give me a call (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) Ferg |
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| Cap'n Krusty |
Dec 20 2007, 02:33 PM
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Cap'n Krusty Group: Members Posts: 10,794 Joined: 24-June 04 From: Santa Maria, CA Member No.: 2,246 Region Association: Central California |
QUOTE(TeenerTim @ Dec 20 2007, 10:08 AM) QUOTE(Headrage @ Dec 20 2007, 11:50 AM) Anybody Know Anything About Them? Yeah, real men don't drive plastic cars. Sure they do. 904s, 906s, 907s, 908s, 910s, 917s, 936s, 956s, and 962s. The Cap'n |
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| ws91420 |
Dec 20 2007, 05:38 PM
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Yes I have one a Lensley 914 Group: Members Posts: 2,063 Joined: 10-September 03 From: Ruther Glen,VA (halfway between sticks and civilization) Member No.: 1,137 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
PM zymurgist he has a vette and could answer all your questions
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| Allan |
Dec 20 2007, 06:17 PM
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Teenerless Weenie Group: Members Posts: 8,373 Joined: 5-July 04 From: Western Mesopotamia Member No.: 2,304 Region Association: Southern California |
Just got home. The guy is in Texas until the 7th of January so I won't be able to see it until then.
Never thought of the rust issues. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif) |
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| race914 |
Dec 20 2007, 06:19 PM
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73 914-4 Group: Members Posts: 1,006 Joined: 31-October 05 From: Nipomo, California (Central Coast) Member No.: 5,027 Region Association: Central California |
Been There!
I had a white 73 convertible and a 79 L-82 (25 year anniversary colors) and all it took was one ride around Laguna Seca in a 914 and both vettes had 'for sale' signs on them. Completely different beasts. |
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| rick 918-S |
Dec 20 2007, 06:37 PM
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Hey nice rack! -Celette Group: Members Posts: 20,503 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Now in Superior WI Member No.: 43 Region Association: Northstar Region 
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Plastic pigs. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/yellowsleep[1].gif) offer 3000.00 that way you'll loose less money while looking for the next ass for that seat. This coming from a guy with a chevy past.
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| IronHillRestorations |
Dec 20 2007, 07:03 PM
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I. I. R. C. Group: Members Posts: 6,732 Joined: 18-March 03 From: West TN Member No.: 439 Region Association: None
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Some of the 70's Vette's have known issues with the front suspension. They have a problem with the A arm welds stress cracking in the front. I had a friend with a '76 that had this problem. I don't know all the years that had this.
Maybe you could make some money off the car, but you could be looking at someone else's trouble too. |
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| Root_Werks |
Dec 20 2007, 07:45 PM
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Village Idiot Group: Members Posts: 8,338 Joined: 25-May 04 From: About 5NM from Canada Member No.: 2,105 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
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Doesn't BatMan drive one of those? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
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| LS6/914 |
Dec 20 2007, 10:10 PM
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Never leaves the shop member Group: Members Posts: 301 Joined: 1-October 03 From: Port Townsend,WA Rivabelosa/Madrid ESP Member No.: 1,215 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
OK gang, enough of trashing the plastic pig. Inspect the rear wheel bearing carrier and upright for excessive play ( you can grab the top of the tire and shake it ) Look at the rear half shafts and Ujoints, they will most always be worn. Check for rust at the front frame rail where the fuel line bends upward. That would be rust on the line. Inspect the battery box and ground points. Turn to the Vette clubs for more info this is just what I remember from dealership life long ago. Larry
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