64 prices ??

[Anthony C.]

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I just picked up a very early 64 numbers matching 2 top convertible 327/300 4 sp car this past summer from the 2nd owner for a very reasonable number. The car had been sitting since 1993 in the garage. I like the lines of these cars. They all have there own appeal to each individual. I was partial to this one because it was a Daytona Blue car with Blue interior. And i knew the history of the car. Just need to get rolling on the restoration. If the 64 is what you like get one then i beleive in getting what you want not what every body tells you to get.

[Glenn D.]

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A number of years ago Corvette Fever Magazine did an article on the "4's" (64,74,84,94,). The article basically said that these years were the least desirable years of a Corvette to own or purchase. I didn't agree with it then , nor do I agree with it now. As others have said ,do your research and buy what you like.

[Jim W.]

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I believe "less desireable" only equates to value of resale purposes. Most people want to think their car will sell for more than they have in it, and after restoring a 64 that may not be possible. Especially if you plan on buying an unrestored 64 and taking it to a professional vette restorer you would have way more in it than you would ever get back. On the other hand, if you plan to do most of the work yourself just for the fun of the hobby (labor of love) you may break even. I have so far enjoyed my 64 as much as if it were any other year, and since I don't plan on selling it when i'm done what's the difference? I would rather have my #'s matching all original (except for a paint over) NO rust So. Calif. convertible car to work with than a "more desirable" year basket case. For instance, I just loosened and removed all body mounts without one issue in preparing to do a body off restore.

Most of us buy the cars we have when the opportunity presents itself with the funds available at the time. Enjoy the one you have and don't fret about what others think. There will still be plenty of people who think your car is cool and wish they had one.

[Tom S.]

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I have been looking for a nice C2 coupe for years. I did not want to pay through the nose for a 63 or a 67. These two years are the highest for good reason. Then I really didn't look at 64's because they did not have disc's. Now there is a 64 near me that is really nice for sale. It is dark blue on blue which I am not crazy about. But the car is really nice, body on restored and very clean. Some history, how much I don't know yet.It does not have factory a/c so I would probably have to put vintage a/c on it.The guy wants 43k for it which seems high for a 64. Tom

[Dan H.]

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Tom, sounds OK if it already has the body/interior done, looks good etc. and assume the mechanics are decent, then the big $ are done! You can then spend your money on the vintage air for that nice Florida climate! If you got into one that needed restoration, then the $ will never cease to flow! Drum brakes are cheap to maintain, the car is a good travel car being a Coupe. Good luck!
Dan

[Tom S.]

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I have to make time and go see it. With the holidays here it is tough to get away for much time. Thanks again to all . Tom

[Stuart F.]

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Tom;

Can't see where you mentioned the power train the 64 has. That may have some influence on the eventual price, i.e. 4-speed, Fuelie, SHP or 300 hp, etc. If you just want it for cruising and to put the A/C in, obviously the L-75 would be the best choice engine wise. All in all, it sounds real good. I'm partial to the Daytona Blue w/dark blue interior as thta's what I have only in the rag top, as you know. The color will grow on you. It is very hansom, specially with a nice shine. It's more forgiving than black. When I chose it in 63, the big sellers seemed to be the usual black, red and white with a few silvers and light blues mixed in. As it turned out, nearly a third of production was Daytona Blue at years end.
With the 64, they added a lot more interior colors to go with the Daytona Blue exterior including Silver - which I thought was over the top. If the car is nice and, as you say, it has some history so you can be confident as to getting a good "unhit" or butchered car, I'd say go for it. That's what I would do if I were looking for a coupe stable mate for my 63.

You are right about getting my son to help me with the battery change. He wants to and has the next two days off, but flies over Christmas (though his wife has dibs on his time I'll bet). Besides, I have some things to teach the lad. I just came from the garage where I was positioning my air compressor (which he used at his garage last). I plugged it in and it started right up pumping air - wow! By the time I got the switch off it had built up some pressure and I (foolishly) opened the blow down valve and got a face full of dirty water under pressure. Luckly, I had my safety glasses on so I didn't get it in my eyes (old shop class training lacked by younger generation). My fault though, I should have checked w/o assuming.

So, will we see you in the 64 at the winter meet? See if you can get it for say 38k or 40k - at least see if the seller is flexible. Show him all the posts from your thread pointing out he may have trouble finding another buyer.

Stu Fox