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VIN 194679S728812
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| Car Year: |
1969 |
| Car's approximate birthday: |
September 8, 1969 |
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| Owner: |
Ebay: cwn81 |
| City: |
Garner |
| State: |
North Carolina |
| Country: |
United States |
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| Car website |
https://www.ncvettes.com |
| Purchase date: |
Undefined |
| Status: |
Current Owner |
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| State: |
Nice Driver |
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| Exterior: |
Other Color |
| Interior: |
Other Color |
| Softtop: |
White |
| Wheels: |
Other Color |
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| Delivery Dealer Zone: |
Unknown |
| Delivery Dealer Code: |
Unknown |
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19467 |
Base Corvette Convertible (BB 390hp) |
42.91% |
4,438.00 |
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A82 |
Headrests |
100.00% |
17.95 |
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J50 |
Power Brakes |
43.54% |
42.15 |
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L36 |
427ci, 390hp Engine |
27.17% |
221.20 |
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U69 |
AM-FM Radio |
87.38% |
172.75 |
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Total |
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0.000003391095715%
(1 Cars) |
4,892.05 |
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| Factory job nr.: |
Unknown |
| Export Car: |
Non Export Car |
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| Car history: |
When you talk to your friends about what Corvette youd like to have, it probably sounds like this one. A 4-speed 427 big block convertible with side-pipes. A red one!! I dont 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 69s 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 thats just for the chrome covers. Wow! This Corvette is in terrific condition, but, lets 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. Its a shame, but thats the nature of these not-so-rigid fiberglass bodies and older paint. The paint is otherwise perfect and extremely shiny, and its 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 its 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 arent torn, but Id replace both at the same time. Itll still show well at the cruise-ins and car shows. Thats it for the bad.
The 427 motor is period correct, but not the original block. Its 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, Ive heard the same thing that big blocks are hard to keep cool. I guess with the right equipment it really isnt 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 70s) 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 theres 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, its not much but thats the way it was even back in 69. I added power steering. Youll 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 thats 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 thats within a year or so and really low mileage. Rotors were turned at the same time, and I added the Hawk brand pads. Ive 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 doesnt 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. Its not worth a flip as a radio, but I dont listen to it anyway. Ive seen where you can have the guts updated to modern technology while keeping the original look. I guess theres 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). Ive got to say that the top has very rarely been raised. I dont take the car out if theres any sign of rain, but the top will go up if it gets a little cold. 91,000 miles. July 7, 2008. |
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| For Sale: |
No |
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