Bart K Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 First, let me say that I love all years of Corvettes, some more than others. I also love other cars that are not even Chevys, but let's get back to Corvettes. The "we" that I am speaking of is us "Classic Glass" guys, and the mental defect I am speaking of is spending as much on cars that are 50 and 60+ years old as it would take to buy a C5, C6 or C7. I love the new Vettes, they make me proud of the progression of America's Sports Car. But since I can only afford one Vette in this price range, I opted for a 1969 Big Block that a friend had that decided to sell in preparation for moving for retirement. She bought the car 13 years ago to get it fixed up for her and it never happened. I was in the process of saving up to go on a C2 hunt as I have had C1's and C3's before, but she offered me the price she paid 13 years ago and I had never had a big block before, so we made a deal. Anyway, personally, I do not think it is crazy to buy one of these older cars and restore it for the price of a newer Vette. The shapes of these older cars just hits me right in the heart and I just love the memories they invoke. I know they are not as fast or reliable as a new Vette, but for my money, I am going with Classic Glass! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnU Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Old ones don't depreciate! As for mental defects....you're in good company! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest badbobs95 Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Good choice for sure! I've had my share of classics and I loved them all but I really love the comfort of my 04 now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bart K Posted August 4, 2017 Author Share Posted August 4, 2017 And I can completely understand that. Very nice looking ride!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
y2krtaf Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Right with ya! So torn for a next project to either be a C5Z,or a chrome bumper car updated with a more modern driveline etc. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurch Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Yeah, I never lost the C1to C3 lovin. I have owned a C3 since I was 21 years old. Got my 58 when I turned 18. Oh yeah, I also had Stingray bikes! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desertdawg Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 It takes a true enthusiast to put the blood sweat and tears into restoring or keeping an old Corvette on the road, my hats off to you guys. If I could, I would but at this point I value the comfort and speed over the love and style I would have for a classic. PS. I'll bring my own drool towel with me when I walk up to your ride. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bart K Posted August 4, 2017 Author Share Posted August 4, 2017 Hey, you are not the only one needing to carry a drool towel! I love the new Vettes, I did have a 2001 Z06 at one point and I wish I had never sold that one either. Being that I can afford only one, I chose to go with the old school look and feel. One of the reasons is that I can actually work on it myself to some degree, no computers, etc. I just turned 60 so I can still get in and out ok, and I do not do much of the long haul trips, so that part is not an issue. I will just enjoy it as long as I can, then maybe sell it and get a later model when I can no longer get in and out comfortably! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnU Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 On 8/4/2017 at 8:28 AM, Lurch said: Yeah, I never lost the C1to C3 lovin. I have owned a C3 since I was 21 years old. Got my 58 when I turned 18. Oh yeah, I also had Stingray bikes! I was 22 when this C3 came into my life. A total "shit box" but it was a CORVETTE and that's all that matters! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bart K Posted August 6, 2017 Author Share Posted August 6, 2017 John U, that is a pretty nice looking car for a "shit box"! I love that color! I had a 76 back in the mid 90's which was very important to me because it represented my comeback from a divorce. I had a 72 in the mid 2000's that I really enjoyed. The C3 just has such a sexy shape, and it screams CORVETTE!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnU Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 4 hours ago, Bart K said: John U, that is a pretty nice looking car for a "shit box"! I love that color! I had a 76 back in the mid 90's which was very important to me because it represented my comeback from a divorce. I had a 72 in the mid 2000's that I really enjoyed. The C3 just has such a sexy shape, and it screams CORVETTE!!! It was a good lesson on buying the best you can afford vs one that seemed like a good buy but needed lots of TLC! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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