Good deal for old Corvette or bad deal?

I have a '76 with 50k original miles, all numbers matching, I'd let go cheaper than those.
 
TLMitchell said:
You could make someone a good wife someday. :D



When buying a toy with wheels I'd advise buying it to enjoy rather than as an "investment". Yeah, it may go up in value but if you want an investment see Charles Schwab or the like.

If you've never owned an older, specialty vehicle there's much to learn. They can become a money pit if you get the wrong one. Heck, they can become a money pit if you get the right one!

TL
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When I said investment I was meaning more so would it be a good idea to spend the money on the car, it would essentially be the first car I've ever personally bought. I didn't mean it as hoping the value of the car would go up dramatically over the years.

Lol I've never owned an older model before, and it seems I have a lot to learn before making a purchase. :laughing:
 
While I was unable to open up the links, I will echo that statements of some of the earlier posters. The 1984 Corvette is the first year of the (C4) body style. It had the finicky crossfire V8 and questionable electronics. If you like that body style, I highly recommend a later year version (mid 1990's being ideal). The 1982 has great body lines(IMO) hampered by emissions choked hp ratings (and to be quite honest the car is overweight) making the later C3's the least desirable of the Corvettes (although the values are increasing). Personally, I would rip out that engine and install an LS series and proper suspension upgrades (numbers matching be damned ). The beauty of this forum is that there are members who are quite fluent in certain car types and their respective values.
 
lokichaos said:
lol Don't have that much laying around just yet. Thanks though for searching! I assumed that the prices would be up there, thats why I was wondering if the two vettes I saw would be a good investment.

To all that posted feed back thanks a bunch! I've heeded your advices and am staying clear of those two vettes. :xyxthumbs:
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Okay then. I would purchase a Stingray for around $6500, drive it a few years and sell it for what you paid

You want me to look for one close to you?
 
My dad has a 76 for sale half the price....I hear its getting ready to be polished up...just hear say though.
 
lokichaos said:
Lol I've never owned an older model before, and it seems I have a lot to learn before making a purchase. :laughing:
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If it's education you want buy a late 50s brit sports car with positive ground... TR3, MGA, Austin Healy, Jag, etc. Your learning curve will skyrocket as your bank balance plummets and your edumacation will be swift and thorough. :eek:

TL
 
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