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Would you do it again?

Buy it finished and ready to show

22% (4)

Buy a fixer upper

44% (8)

Upgrade to a more powerful engine/transmission

22% (4)

I have learned my lesson and will never do it again

5% (1)

I wish I had a Corvette

5% (1)

Total Votes : 18

(last vote on : 4/27/2008 9:57:25 AM)
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RE: Would you do it again? - 12/6/2007 7:03:58 AM

maierar

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I bought a 1980 because I wanted an original C3 ("survivor") and 1980 was the year the 19-character VIN became the industry standard (allowing accurate carfax report). I had to do a few repairs as this car did a lot of sitting over its 20-odd years, but it is all original with 18000 miles and it is a hoot to drive. I take it out at least once a month - much more in the warm weather and I just love it. I would not recommend this course if you are looking for a daily driver (I have a TT Annie for that), but driving and showing is more fun than rebuilding for me.

(in reply to Texas Jim)

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RE: Would you do it again? - 12/6/2007 12:05:06 PM

watwheel

Posts: 278
Joined: 9/9/2006
From: Michigan
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That is really a hard question to answer because part of me says I could have bought a new vette with the money I put into mine, but the other part really enjoys having a NEW OLD vette which not as many people have. On top of that thought is the fact it was my first corvette and I have had it for 22 years, although 16 of those years it sat in the barn gathering character. Overall I guess I would have to say "YES I WOULD DO IT AGAIN"

(in reply to maierar)

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RE: Would you do it again? - 12/6/2007 12:08:08 PM

watwheel

Posts: 278
Joined: 9/9/2006
From: Michigan
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Hey DV8 I know the feeling. I've got 30k just in bodywork, parts & paint. We won't even go into the numbers on Labor! I like you replaced quite a bit also but it is a BRAND NEW vette!!!

(in reply to watwheel)

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