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Corvettes, Original or Modified

Forum: C3 General Discussion

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Corvettes, Original or Modified

Posted: 1/13/10 6:42amMessage 1 of 56
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brettwhite72
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Quincy, IL - USA
Joined: 12/29/2009
Posts: 26
Vette(s): 1975 Steel Blue Metallic Coupe, 1985 Light Blue 4+3, 1987 Z52 Coupe Black
I know many of us have more than one Corvette, so vote according to where you truely feel your passion is.  Hopefully this hasn't been done before....
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Corvettes, Original or Modified

Posted: 1/13/10 6:49amMessage 2 of 56
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KeBo
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Kendall Park, NJ - USA
Joined: 3/9/2005
Posts: 789
Vette(s): 1981 - 59 Beige over Cinnebar leather. Edlebrock top end, 2200 stall w/shift kit, 3:55s, Mufflex maniback exhaust, nice stereo, 16 in AREs w/BFGs
I cant give 1 answer to this as crazy as it sounds..  If the car is stock, I say leave it stock or at least nothing that cant be undone. My 81 falls into this category.  My 70 - total drive line change (I got it that way) color change etc etc and its just fun..
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Posted: 1/13/10 7:05amMessage 3 of 56
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Jaws79
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Sykesville, MD - USA
Joined: 4/27/2008
Posts: 4240
Vette(s): 1979 Corvette Coupe Corvette Light Blue Midnight Blue interior Mirrored Glass T-tops
I like keeping the Vette more or less the stock way, but improving parts where possible ( brakes, shocks, tires, suspension, etc. ) I like adding chrome parts and better audio systems ( although I prefer the stock look ). Unless you have a rare collector model the " number matching " thing is a pain. I don't like the "over the top mods, though.
 
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Corvettes, Original or Modified

Posted: 1/13/10 7:53amMessage 4 of 56
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Rocklin, CA - USA
Joined: 4/2/2005
Posts: 484
Vette(s): 1970 T-Top350/350hp numbers matching 4 speed. It's a mess and 1970 Convertible 4 speed.

I like the stock look right down to the radio. But things like brakes fuel pump I like updated.

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Posted: 1/13/10 8:31amMessage 5 of 56
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Bob Griffiths
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Frederick, MD - USA
Joined: 2/20/2003
Posts: 555
Vette(s): Frederick County Corvette Club (Maryland) Tan 64 365 Hp Conv 4 sp Red 72 4 sp Conv ..running a '68 327 Blue 76 Coupe L 48 4 sp White 79 Coupe L 82 auto Silver 98 Conv, 6 sp 35th Anniv '88 vette
I want my cars to LOOK STOCK.... Nothing more... I could care less if they are correct...They are owned to be enjoyed NOT as an investment ...

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Posted: 1/13/10 8:37amMessage 6 of 56
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Frederick, MD - USA
Joined: 9/8/2003
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Vette(s): 1969 convertible L71 427/435 4-speed black interior
On my '69, since it's all numbers matching, I don't change anything I can't easily return to stock.  About all that's different is I installed radial tires and a modern AM/FM/CD player.  Saved the old parts in case I want to change it back at some point.

It comes down to whatever you want to do with your own car.  Don't let me or anyone else tell you what to do with your own car.
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Posted: 1/13/10 9:06amMessage 7 of 56
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Newport, MI - USA
Joined: 6/9/2005
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Vette(s): 1980 L-48 still in the middle of a frame-off.
After being stock for 25 years I decided to upgrade the engine, suspension and interior/exterior. This year will be a try hard to finish up.

Corvettes and women are the same...You want to make love to them but they keep breaking down.
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Posted: 1/13/10 10:07amMessage 8 of 56
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Manteca, CA - USA
Joined: 11/20/2005
Posts: 3623
Vette(s): 1978,two tone,Metalic Rootbeer & gold 1975 L48 4 speed
I don't see my 78's or '81 ever bringing the big bucks in my lifetime so I build them to my purpose. I love to upgrade things like steering, suspension, motors, A/C, anything that enhances the experience. I mean, driving them is the best part of all.

Jimmy B.
Just can't wait to get on the road again.

 
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Posted: 1/13/10 10:27amMessage 9 of 56
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DJordan
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Defuniak Springs, FL - USA
Joined: 1/4/2010
Posts: 23
Vette(s): 1971 Corvette Courpe LT1 350/350 hp Munice m21 4 speed Hurst Shifter T-Top red/black Former 1993 Ruby Red Convertible
I love the orignal look! But this one I'm going to custom for me. Starting with the Viper Red paint to turn some heads.
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Posted: 1/13/10 10:50amMessage 10 of 56
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Equinunk, PA - USA
Joined: 10/31/2007
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Vette(s): 1972 conv, 4-speed, 350, 200hp, numbers match, rally wheels, war bonnett yellow w/white top. good condition, nice driver.
 Mine will NEVER be NCRS, but I am going to try to keep it as much original as possible. Painted and replaced much of it, but close to stock as possible.  As a "Last year" bumper car for both ends my goal is to save the look and originality. Have up-dated small stuff to enhance it and keep it going. Just drive it and enjoy it.    Mark


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