VIN 194679S728812

Car Year:	1969
Car's approximate birthday:	September 8, 1969
Owner:	Ebay: cwn81
City:	Garner
State:	North Carolina
Country:	United States
Car website	https://www.ncvettes.com
Purchase date:	Undefined
Status:	Current Owner
State:	Nice Driver
Exterior:	Other Color
Interior:	Other Color
Softtop:	White
Wheels:	Other Color
Delivery Dealer Zone:	Unknown
Delivery Dealer Code:	Unknown
Options:	RPO	Option	Percentage Sold [%]	Sales Price [$]
	19467	Base Corvette Convertible (BB 390hp)	42.91%	4,438.00
	A82	Headrests	100.00%	17.95
	J50	Power Brakes	43.54%	42.15
	L36	427ci, 390hp Engine	27.17%	221.20
	U69	AM-FM Radio	87.38%	172.75
	Total		0.000003391095715% (1 Cars)	4,892.05
Factory job nr.:	Unknown
Export Car:	Non Export Car
Car history:
When you talk to your friends about what Corvette you’d like to have, it probably sounds like this one. “A 4-speed 427 big block convertible with side-pipes. A red one!!” I don’t guess I need to tell you that the ’69 is bound to become, if not already so, one of the more collectible Corvettes. There are a lot of side-pipe Corvettes running around, but of the nearly 40 thousand 69’s built, only 4,300 of them came that way from the factory. Another tidbit is that the 69 Corvette is the ONLY C3 where the “side mount exhaust system” was an option. The rest of them out there are after-market or dealership parts department supplied. After-market copies of the factory side-pipes are now over $2000, and that’s just for the chrome covers. Wow! This Corvette is in terrific condition, but, let’s start with the bad stuff first. There are some small stress (spider) cracks in the paint in several locations. You'll see them at the corners, like the headlight openings. They're small and not all that obvious, but they're there. It’s a shame, but that’s the nature of these not-so-rigid fiberglass bodies and older paint. The paint is otherwise perfect and extremely shiny, and it’s certainly not worth repainting the entire car only to have this happen again in several years. The clear coat has been wet sanded smooth and compounded/polished to a high luster. Some subtle pin stripping was added prior to the clear coat, yet it’s not excessive. It seems to be a draw at the cruise-ins, so I left it alone. The interior is very nice with the exception that both seats are in need of new foam. The covers aren’t torn, but I’d replace both at the same time. It’ll still show well at the cruise-ins and car shows. That’s it for the bad. The 427 motor is period correct, but not the original block. It’s out of a 69. That makes this car a non-numbers car, so it that matters to you, I understand, and thanks for stopping by. However, my price reflects that issue. I replaced the radiator with an aluminum L88 style and an electric fan. I also had to add a variable speed Spal fan controller because the motor was staying too cool. It now comes on at 180 degrees at half speed (2,000 CFM) and increases to full speed (4,000 CFM) if it ever reaches 210 degrees. It now lives happily at 180ish, and 195ish on hot days. Yeah, I’ve heard the same thing… that big blocks are hard to keep cool. I guess with the right equipment it really isn’t a problem. The motor has ALL new parts with the exception of the crank and connecting rods and is built to specs, except for an .030 overbore. Fluidampr harmonic balancer. The carb is a newly rebuilt 800 CFM Qjet from a later model (early 70’s) BB because I wanted something with an electric choke. I ran a Holley 750 for some time but always dealt with a lack of hood clearance because of the needed adapter, so decided to go back to a Qjet. Now there’s plenty of room! And what do you know, that Qjet runs way better than the Holley ever did! And, much better throttle response with those small primaries. It's actually pretty good on gas, too, if you don't go crazy with the fun pedal. Most everything in the engine compartment had been replaced or reconditioned. All new vacuum system, including hoses, relays, and canisters. I completely restored the wiper door, and it now operates perfectly. The headlights work as they should, and the vacuum reservoir tank is good enough to close them with the motor off. I know, it’s not much but that’s the way it was even back in 69. I added power steering. You’ll thank me for this!! What a relief. No tilt wheel though. Exhaust manifolds are new and also Jet Hot coated. I also sent the intake manifold (original) to Jet Hot for treatment. Not to keep it cooler, but to give it a nice finish that’s much much easier to keep clean. New calipers and hoses from VB&P. They are the o-ring seal style, which are supposed to last longer than the stock lip seal design. BTW, when I say “new” that’s within a year or so and really low mileage. Rotors were turned at the same time, and I added the Hawk brand pads. I’ve always use DOT5 and love it. The front end has all new bushings (a-arms, etc). New gas tank, seal, neck, about 5 years ago. All new hoses. Found the build sheet on the old tank. That was a nice little treasure and confirms everything, including the fact that the car was not red originally. Oops, somebody painted it the ‘right’ color this time! Muncie 4 speed, 3.55 rear, new Hurst linkage kit, new flywheel (SFI steel), new clutch kit from Ram. Spending the extra dough doesn’t mean better as evidenced by purchasing a high-dollar one piece blue (people will know) rubber oil pan gasket. I should have stayed with the cork and sealant method since “blue” needs to be snugged up on occasion to keep the little pan leaks at bay. It just another thing for the to-do list. The radio is the stock AM/FM with the selector bar. It’s not worth a flip as a radio, but I don’t listen to it anyway. I’ve seen where you can have the guts updated to modern technology while keeping the original look. I guess there’s always the latest and greatest upgrades if that's your preference. The frame is totally rust free. The hand brakes work perfectly. The tires have about half the life left (maybe a little less?). Spare tire is new, although not like the original. The top is white and works well, and the plastic rear window is in great shape (I use one of those soft tube sock things to help keep the clear vinyl in shape). I’ve got to say that the top has very rarely been raised. I don’t take the car out if there’s any sign of rain, but the top will go up if it gets a little cold. 91,000 miles. July 7, 2008.
For Sale:	No
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