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Alan's Classic · 06-02-2013, 07:57 PM

A friend of mine wanted my opinion on what it's worth. It has not ran since parked, but was running when parked. The odometer has turned over it's showing 101, 887. It's a 4 speed car 2 owner. Thoughts?? I've done some searching on a price and haven't really found a way to value it in this condition.

Alan's Classic · 06-02-2013, 08:01 PM

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**CC69Rat** · 06-02-2013, 08:49 PM

What are people thinking man? Humm,.. where oh where do I put this plywood?

On TOP of my Corvette. Yeah!... that's a good place.

Hard to tell on the value of it but I'm guessing $3500 or so (??)

Alan's Classic · 06-02-2013, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

What are people thinking man? Humm,.. where oh where do I put this plywood?

On TOP of my Corvette. Yeah!... that's a good place.

Hard to tell on the value of it but I'm guessing $3500 or so (??)

I was surprised as well even tho it was insulation board. Nothing should be on it.

Based on 2 that I found ($4000 and $5975) that was running and driving that needed work, I valued this one around $1500-2000

**too much stuff** · 06-02-2013, 09:43 PM

I would say $2500-$3000 according to the value guide.

boatpuller · 06-02-2013, 10:05 PM

I think you guy's are in the ballpark. Not trying to rag on the guy's car. It's just not a highly desireable year. Kinda cool story though.

GM-power · 06-02-2013, 10:28 PM

I agree with yall on price! Looks like they put it in their "junk" pile haha.
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67ChevyRedneck · 06-02-2013, 10:51 PM

I was thinking a couple grand as well. She's rough and probably the least desirable of the classic 'vettes. You can buy a really nice running one for under 10 grand.

TennesseeZ · 06-02-2013, 11:11 PM

Looks pretty rough. I'd be scared to put a price on it, it wouldn't be as high as already posted, I'm seeing a not very well cared for engine, (and probably rest of drivetrain), missing rear bumper, and a whole lot of expensive interior that's gonna need replaced. Just my opinion, and I'm FAR from being a Vette expert. Hope a fair deal is found for buyer and seller.

meatwagon83 · 06-02-2013, 11:40 PM

im gonna say 3k, but at least its a 4 speed if not for that ,2k

AntiGov · 06-02-2013, 11:55 PM

looks like it got drove hard then put away..... about three years too new for any real value.....but im no vette expert either .....somebody will have to really have a desire for a 1975 vette to wanna pour money into it

68C15 · 06-03-2013, 08:05 AM

track down the original owner and see if he wants it back for a fair price.

Lee H · 06-03-2013, 10:33 AM

Here's my 1 cents worth coming from the corvette world, needs about 10K in front and rear covers, body & paint, 2-3K in interior refurb, will need complete brake and suspension overhaul, all new brake and fuel lines, will more than likely need drive train overhaul. In very good shape these things are bringing in just over 10K. AC plus 4 speed does add a little more valuable but not much. They are starting to creep up in value. Like any other car or truck, it will cost way more to retore than you can sell them for.

cdowns · 06-03-2013, 10:50 AM

that car wood b a great candidate for a reality show// that guy count with the rag on his head could make 10k profit in about 3days

hyatt · 06-03-2013, 10:51 AM

Not worth fixing Make a parts car for a build You could spend 15k to make it worth 10

Leinie · 06-03-2013, 09:00 PM

The 4 speed parts are worth some cash and the engine could make someone's Nova worth $50,000 because it has a Vette motor.
Definitely a parts car

AntiGov · 06-03-2013, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Leinie

The 4 speed parts are worth some cash and the engine could make someone's Nova worth $50,000 because it has a Vette motor.
Definitely a parts car

ha ha so true on the " its got a vette motor " deal.......

could probably part out on ebay and make more than selling as is

Alan's Classic · 06-03-2013, 10:14 PM

Thanks for all the input guys. Ill pass it along.
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cdowns · 06-03-2013, 10:22 PM

i look at those pictures and dont see a parts car// interior looks to b pretty complete not damaged and or missing lots things a good cleaning and it is a good daily driver place to sit// the rear needs some panel work and a pint of paint to make it roadworthy
heck if someone could pick it up for 1500-2000 even if you need to spend 3000 more into it some young kid could b the coolest kid in schoo; with a vette // you would b hard pressed spending that type of money and havin a driver beater with that type of fun value

will it b a barret jackson car NOPE but it would b a blast for somebody

67ChevyRedneck · 06-03-2013, 11:29 PM

Yeah, she's too nice to part. Most of that interior will clean up decent enough for a driver. Get the motor running, new brakes and tires, a used tail panel and some yellow spray paint... and weeeeeeeee

rambler · 06-04-2013, 04:51 PM

cant give a informed decision.. as not a corvette guy.. but just let us know what you buddy does

big_al_71 · 06-05-2013, 10:32 AM

A 75 vette in running condition is 5k-6k around here. I see a 2k dollar car at best

68Timber · 06-05-2013, 02:35 PM

I agree with the 1.5 to 2K value but he'll probably get between 2-3K from someone wanting to get in a Vette cheap thinking it'll be an easy fix.

06-02-2013, 07:57 PM	#1
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	1975 Vette in basement since 1987 A friend of mine wanted my opinion on what it's worth. It has not ran since parked, but was running when parked. The odometer has turned over it's showing 101, 887. It's a 4 speed car 2 owner. Thoughts?? I've done some searching on a price and haven't really found a way to value it in this condition. Attached Images __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

06-02-2013, 08:01 PM	#2
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 more Attached Images __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

06-02-2013, 08:49 PM	#3
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 What are people thinking man? Humm,.. where oh where do I put this plywood? On TOP of my Corvette. Yeah!... that's a good place. Hard to tell on the value of it but I'm guessing $3500 or so (??) __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

06-02-2013, 09:43 PM	#5
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06-02-2013, 10:05 PM	#6
boatpuller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sun City West, Az Posts: 3,822	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 I think you guy's are in the ballpark. Not trying to rag on the guy's car. It's just not a highly desireable year. Kinda cool story though. __________________ " Never look up a dead dogs butt."

06-02-2013, 10:28 PM	#7
GM-power Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Little Rock, Arkansas Posts: 770	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 I agree with yall on price! Looks like they put it in their "junk" pile haha. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1979 Sierra Classic Heavy-half 1996 Silverado x-cab "the daily"

06-02-2013, 10:51 PM	#8
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 I was thinking a couple grand as well. She's rough and probably the least desirable of the classic 'vettes. You can buy a really nice running one for under 10 grand. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

06-02-2013, 11:11 PM	#9
TennesseeZ Countdown Survivor Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Bean Station, East Tennessee Posts: 9,676	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 Looks pretty rough. I'd be scared to put a price on it, it wouldn't be as high as already posted, I'm seeing a not very well cared for engine, (and probably rest of drivetrain), missing rear bumper, and a whole lot of expensive interior that's gonna need replaced. Just my opinion, and I'm FAR from being a Vette expert. Hope a fair deal is found for buyer and seller. __________________ 93 Yukon 89 Silverado Z71 SWB Sport 91 K 2500 Silverado "Lobuk-Worktruk" A MAN OF HONOR DOES NOT LIE, CHEAT, OR STEAL, NOR TOLERATE THOSE WHO DO. Gettin' old ain't for sissies.

06-02-2013, 11:40 PM	#10
meatwagon83 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Preble county ohio Posts: 1,914	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 im gonna say 3k, but at least its a 4 speed if not for that ,2k __________________ "DON'T TOUCH THE TRIM!!"-Early Kyler

06-02-2013, 11:55 PM	#11
AntiGov Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: central Oregon Posts: 1,220	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 looks like it got drove hard then put away..... about three years too new for any real value.....but im no vette expert either .....somebody will have to really have a desire for a 1975 vette to wanna pour money into it __________________ 88 3+3 454 400 205 410 drw to srw still in pieces 90 3+3 350 400 205 410 srw 84 1/2 ton lb 6.2 4x4 parts truck

06-03-2013, 08:05 AM	#12
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06-03-2013, 10:33 AM	#13
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,139	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 Here's my 1 cents worth coming from the corvette world, needs about 10K in front and rear covers, body & paint, 2-3K in interior refurb, will need complete brake and suspension overhaul, all new brake and fuel lines, will more than likely need drive train overhaul. In very good shape these things are bringing in just over 10K. AC plus 4 speed does add a little more valuable but not much. They are starting to creep up in value. Like any other car or truck, it will cost way more to retore than you can sell them for. __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

06-03-2013, 10:50 AM	#14
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 that car wood b a great candidate for a reality show// that guy count with the rag on his head could make 10k profit in about 3days __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

06-03-2013, 10:51 AM	#15
hyatt Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: sparta tennessee Posts: 345	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 Not worth fixing Make a parts car for a build You could spend 15k to make it worth 10 __________________ 1946 car hauler 1948 surburban 1937 chevy sedan 1940 olds sedan (project) 1967 ss396 chevelle 1999 dually crewcab(24000 miles)

06-03-2013, 09:00 PM	#16
Leinie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: USA Posts: 2,613	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 The 4 speed parts are worth some cash and the engine could make someone's Nova worth $50,000 because it has a Vette motor. Definitely a parts car



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06-03-2013, 10:14 PM	#18
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 Thanks for all the input guys. Ill pass it along. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

06-03-2013, 10:22 PM	#19
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 i look at those pictures and dont see a parts car// interior looks to b pretty complete not damaged and or missing lots things a good cleaning and it is a good daily driver place to sit// the rear needs some panel work and a pint of paint to make it roadworthy heck if someone could pick it up for 1500-2000 even if you need to spend 3000 more into it some young kid could b the coolest kid in schoo; with a vette // you would b hard pressed spending that type of money and havin a driver beater with that type of fun value will it b a barret jackson car NOPE but it would b a blast for somebody __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

06-03-2013, 11:29 PM	#20
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 Yeah, she's too nice to part. Most of that interior will clean up decent enough for a driver. Get the motor running, new brakes and tires, a used tail panel and some yellow spray paint... and weeeeeeeee __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

06-04-2013, 04:51 PM	#21
rambler MOVE OVER Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 5,470	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 cant give a informed decision.. as not a corvette guy.. but just let us know what you buddy does __________________ No matter where you are..... There you are... Buckaroo Banzi

06-05-2013, 10:32 AM	#22
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 A 75 vette in running condition is 5k-6k around here. I see a 2k dollar car at best __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

06-05-2013, 02:35 PM	#23
68Timber I know the pieces fit Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: MONTGOMERY, AL Posts: 5,523	Re: 1975 Vette in basement since 1987 I agree with the 1.5 to 2K value but he'll probably get between 2-3K from someone wanting to get in a Vette cheap thinking it'll be an easy fix. __________________ John 79 2wd Blazer (Bruiser) 85 M1009 Blazer (Sarge) build 74 Honda Z50 build

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