1970 Corvette Coupe 454 / 390hp 4 speed 89xx miles

[napa68]

Tracey and I purchased a car last week that we are excited about. Hopefully, the car will be delivered in the next week. The car came from a fellow whom we have bought a car from a couple of years ago, and have since become friends.

This a dead original, 4 prior owner car with 89xx documented miles. A low option car, as it only has.........
-LS5 454 (390hp)
-M21 4 speed
-G81 Positraction 3.08 "economy" axle
-PU9 White Letter Tires
-U69 AM/FM Radio
Documented with it's tank sticker and shippers copy (both NCRS validated by our own Tim Gilmore) and it's original POP. Futher documentation consists of title copies, temporary registration slips, mileage statement, and period photos circa 1978.

While the car is known whithin a circle of the Corvette hobby, the car has never been judged before. Once we have the car in our possession, there will be plenty more to share.

Already, the car is scheduled to be at the NCRS Regional in Rochester, MN, the NCRS National in French Lick, IN, Bloomington Gold in Bloomington, IL, and MCACN 2023.

Attached, are a few pics..........

[69M22Z]

Beautiful survivor!!

[olredalert]

----What a cool find!....Bill S

[dykstra]

Way cool Tim! Congratulations!

[Crush]

Well done!

[juliosz]

Looks great now, can't wait to see it after you've dialed it in Tim!

[Steve Shauger]

Another awesome survivor Tim. Congratulation to you and Tracey!!!

[RPOLS3]

Wow - another great find, congratulations. Looking forward to seeing it at MCACN

[TimG]

What an amazing car, Tim. We’re going to have some great low mile Corvettes at the Nationals this year. I can’t wait to see the new 454.

[SPEEDYB]

Really nice!

[BCreekDave]

Really beautiful green.

[Z282NV]

Congratulations, that is a nice looking Vette!

[Too Many Projects]

Very nice 'Vette, Tim :shocked:

When is the Nationals in Rochester ? I'm only 70 miles away :biggthumpup:

[MosportGreen66]

Stunning Tim! Love that original chassis paint

[67since67]

Tim S. and Tim G. just keep presenting us with great Corvettes!! :worship:

[BJCHEV396]

Congrats Tim,good luck with your new,real nice,Vette!

[napa68]

Very nice 'Vette, Tim :shocked:

When is the Nationals in Rochester ? I'm only 70 miles away :biggthumpup:

June 8th-10th for Rochester. Bloomington is the week before. Sadly, the NCRS National Convention is going to make a conflict for me and SCR26. I'm going to have to postpone SCR26 til next year

[napa68]

I have an ad in the WTB section for an original F70-15 Wide Oval. I have a line on a couple of tires, but want to cover my bases.

At the risk of repeating myself, here are the pics of what I am after........

[napa68]

Just about all ready for the summer run of judging events. Aside from checking a few small details, the car is done. Repacked the bearings on the trailer along with a fresh set of tires. I just need to load the cooler, a lawn chair, and hit the road.

I'll be posting about the 73 on the 4 post when I get some time. It's a car my Dad and I have been working buying (for him) for about the last 60 days or so. L82 4 speed, P/S, P/B, A/C, Deluxe Interior (Black), rear window defogger, alarm with 11,500 miles. Most all original paint, killer interior, and a chassis to die for. Loaded with paperwork and owner history since day 1.

Once I'm back from the NCRS Rochester Regional, I'll get on that car.

[TimG]

I can't wait to see more on the 1973 Elkhart Green Corvette. Good luck at the Regional event, Tim.

[Crush]

Nice Dodge…. And Vette(s)!!!

[dykstra]

Good luck Tim!!

[napa68]

I'm back from Bloomington with the 70. Had a great weekend. I was able to spend some time with Scott and Bill (olredalert), Joe (hiperf69), plus was able to meet up with some friends whom I never had met in person before. As for judging, I accomplished what I set out to do. The car judged at 98% in Certification, as well as a Gold in Survivor judging. That of course, results in a Benchmark. Furthermore, I had the pleasure of being set up next to Kevin Dewitte all weekend. Kevin and his wife Kathy, brought their 9000 mile 71 LT-1 (which resulted in a Benchmark for them as well). It was great to catch up with you Kevin!!

For those who are not familiar with the Bloomington Gold Benchmark program, the link below details it.
https://www.bloomingtongold.com/index.php/events/judging/gold-standard/benchmark

Now this coming weekend, off to the NCRS Regional in Rochester, MN for Flight judging and a Bowtie sign off. Later in July, on our way to the NCRS Nationals in French Lick, IN.

[olredalert]

----Big congrats, Tim!!! Fantastic car and what a fun evening with you at the bar. Swap meet was under whelming to say the least, but I should know that all automotive swap meets are suffering due to the internet!...Bill S

[RPOLS3]

Congratulations!

[RPOLS3]

----what a fun evening with you at the bar.

I don't believe that for a minute.........:beers:

[Too Many Projects]

Look forward to finding you in Rochester this week. Not certain which day, but it will be either Thursday or Friday.

[Xplantdad]

Awesome Tim! Kevin (and Bill and Joe) are good people.


Kevin lives not too far from me-and always has cool cars:headbang:
I see him in the first pic :)

[dykstra]

Congrats Tim! That’s awesome!

[TimG]

Congratulations, Tim. I’ll catch up with you at the Nationals. I’m glad your ‘70 did well.

Tim

[67since67]

Very impressive first step in your judging agenda for this car Tim!! Congrats! :headbang:

I plan on seeing you and in Rochester on Friday! - Bill W

[dykstra]

Safe travels fellas.

[napa68]

Swap meet was under whelming to say the least

Yeah........well said. I don't even know that they had a swap in Indy. It takes time to rebuild. I'm sure the show getting bounced around as much as it has in recent years, has taken a toll on the entire package. Hopefully, Guy Larsen can grow some roots back in Bloomington and get the show back to it's former glory.

[Too Many Projects]

Very impressive first step in your judging agenda for this car Tim!! Congrats! :headbang:

I plan on seeing you and in Rochester on Friday! - Bill W


Cool, I was thinking Friday worked the best for me too. We need to get together. I missed you a few times at MCACN, when I was over talking with encyclopedia Jeff.

[olredalert]

Yeah........well said. I don't even know that they had a swap in Indy. It takes time to rebuild. I'm sure the show getting bounced around as much as it has in recent years, has taken a toll on the entire package. Hopefully, Guy Larsen can grow some roots back in Bloomington and get the show back to it's former glory.

----Tim,,,We talked a lot about this while sitting on our buts and the frequently brought up thought was to bring the show somewhere in the Chicago area. The last time the shows were at Pheasant Run were really good. So many gear heads up there that don't want to go as far in their rides, but would come out in droves if somewhat local. It would bring in a whole bunch of cruisers and even just gear head families in and that would bring the gate up to a much higher standard! Just sayin!....Bill S

[turbojet427]

Congratulations Tim. Car is awesome! Looking forward to seeing it in French Lick.

[Too Many Projects]

Is the Nationals not a spectator event ? I can't find any info on spectators, cost or times of viewing.

[PatrickKrook]

Great looking car. :3gears:

[67since67]

Typically not put out to the general public, but admission of maybe $10??

[Too Many Projects]

OK, I'll have some pocket green with.

[Too Many Projects]

Got to spend some time looking at Tim's Corvette and talking with him and Bill W. Had a good day down there. Bought some donation books I don't need and Tim bid on a set of 4 vanity plates for me.
OMG, are there some nicely restored cars there...Corvette fever meter went nuts. Still don't know that I would ever buy one, but I sure would like one...does that make sense ?? :dunno:

[Xplantdad]

Sounds like you had a great time!:beers:

[TimG]

I didn't see your green car in the picture recap of the event on the NCRS site, but I heard Bob Demmel judged your exterior yesterday. He commented on both you and the car saying both were wonderful. I'm sure you did well, Tim. We took a two-week trip for my wife's birthday, or I would have been at Bloomington.

[67since67]

Here's one for you Tim! I have a commitment today (Saturday) but on Friday brought along two of my best friends who are C1, C2 and C3 owners. Met up with friends old and new, great time! 77 cars, wow! - Bill W

[TimG]

Thank you, Bill. That's lots of cars, I'm glad it is a successful Regional.

[67since67]

I didn't take many pix, but here are some of the Friday judged cars, The Saturday cars were in another building.

[napa68]

Tim bid on a set of 4 vanity plates for me.


They are yours. I'll get with you and get them out to you Mitch!

[napa68]

This weekend resulted in an NCRS Regional Top Flight, the Bowtie sign off in all 4 areas, and thus now qualified for the NCRS National meet in July. At that point, the car will be judged for the Star / Bowtie Award. For those who are not familiar with the NCRS Star / Bowtie program, click this link below
https://www.ncrs.org/services/judging-awards.php#BOWTIE

With the Top Flight this weekend (in addition to last weeks Gold / Benchmark), the car is now qualified for the MCACN Triple Diamond award. The car is also signed up in Vintage Certification at this years MCACN show.

Certainly getting some windshield time as of late!

[napa68]

but I heard Bob Demmel judged your exterior yesterday. He commented on both you and the car saying both were wonderful.

All the judges have been a pleasure to talk to, in addition to being a wealth a knowledge. The theory of "keep your mouth shut and ears open" applies:biggthumpup:

[TimG]

Tim, you're really knocking out the awards with the 1970 Corvette. I can't wait to see it.

[dykstra]

Congratulations Tim!!

[Crush]

Well done Tim !

[Too Many Projects]

They are yours. I'll get with you and get them out to you Mitch!
Thanks, Tim. Didn't think I would actually get them for that bid, I'll take 'em.
As I mentioned when we placed the bid, we are heading up to the UP in a couple weeks and could make a little side jog and meet up.

[napa68]

Thanks, Tim. Didn't think I would actually get them for that bid, I'll take 'em.
As I mentioned when we placed the bid, we are heading up to the UP in a couple weeks and could make a little side jog and meet up.

Sounds good. Let me know specifically when you are thinking. I have to run back over towards Minneapolis to grab a car:cool2:

[Too Many Projects]

I'll shoot you a PM.

[jasonL78]

Nice car! If any of your corvette friends are looking for a 70 corvette LS5 all rebuilt and ready to go! I have one.

[sixt9rsx33]

Congrats Tim! You are certainly making the effort to show the car!

[napa68]

Congrats Tim! You are certainly making the effort to show the car!

Thanks Lawrence. All the time on the road has brought some cars to my attention. The NCRS show in Rochester afforded me the opportunity to buy another car:biggthumpup: Soooooo, another 700 miles on Wednesday west of Minneapolis to pick that up.

I'm like a child without a blanket when I don't have a midyear. If I could only have 1 car, it would be a midyear Corvette:)

I'll create a thread when I get some pics and info. It should be a nice bookend to the 70.

[napa68]

As mentioned in the thread I started for Bill Wente's 67, our car received the NCRS 4 star Bowtie Preservation award. Tracey (and others) are on me to take a trip out to the Ontario NCRS Regional at the end of September. That would afford the opportunity to get a Performance Verification (1st try) as well a check the box for a Bowtie display. I need to display the car at 2 Chapter meets, and 2 Regionals in order to qualify the 5th Star.

I must say, the idea of getting the 5th Star for the Bowtie award, and the opportunity to get a Duntov award at next years National event, has an distinct appeal.

We're headed to MCACN this year to contend for a Triple Diamond, and spin the car through Vintage Certification.

If everything goes to plan, the car will have received most every award it can achieve (in the Corvette hobby).

[RPOLS3]

You should listen to Tracey :beers::grin:

[MosportGreen66]

I must say, the idea of getting the 5th Star for the Bowtie award, and the opportunity to get a Duntov award at next years National event, has an distinct appeal.

I can’t tell you have rare that achievement is! I don’t know the actual # of the Vettes that have achieved it but it’s not many. Also, kuddos to the owners who do this also because the time and money investment is not faint either. Continued good luck Tim!

[turbojet427]

Congratulations Tim! Great car, well deserved!!!

[napa68]

As MCACN is getting closer, we are ready to go. Arrangements are made with Reliable, as are the flights and dinner reservations. I have the usual troublemakers to find (Dykstra's) among a growing list of others.

Added to that, I recently have consigned this car to Mecum for the 2024 Kissimmee Auction. Soooo, on Saturday January 13th, 2024 the car will go across the block.

The photographer from Mecum was out here this past Monday. I gotta say, he knocked it out of the park IMO. Dan (the photographer) and his wife Carol have been long term members of the Mecum crew, and only live about 40 minutes away from us. Dan was an absolute pleasure to work with!!

https://www.mecum.com/lots/1103609/1970-chevrolet-corvette-coupe/

[Xplantdad]

Awesome!!:biggthumpup:

[dykstra]

As MCACN is getting closer, we are ready to go. Arrangements are made with Reliable, as are the flights and dinner reservations. I have the usual troublemakers to find (Dykstra's) among a growing list of others.

Added to that, I recently have consigned this car to Mecum for the 2024 Kissimmee Auction. Soooo, on Saturday January 13th, 2024 the car will go across the block.

The photographer from Mecum was out here this past Monday. I gotta say, he knocked it out of the park IMO. Dan (the photographer) and his wife Carol have been long term members of the Mecum crew, and only live about 40 minutes away from us. Dan was an absolute pleasure to work with!!

https://www.mecum.com/lots/1103609/1970-chevrolet-corvette-coupe/

You know where to find us. LOL:beers:

[Crush]

As MCACN is getting closer, we are ready to go. Arrangements are made with Reliable, as are the flights and dinner reservations. I have the usual troublemakers to find (Dykstra's) among a growing list of others.

Added to that, I recently have consigned this car to Mecum for the 2024 Kissimmee Auction. Soooo, on Saturday January 13th, 2024 the car will go across the block.

The photographer from Mecum was out here this past Monday. I gotta say, he knocked it out of the park IMO. Dan (the photographer) and his wife Carol have been long term members of the Mecum crew, and only live about 40 minutes away from us. Dan was an absolute pleasure to work with!!

https://www.mecum.com/lots/1103609/1970-chevrolet-corvette-coupe/

Just curious, why Mecum and not BAT?
I’m sure where ever it goes it will do awesome Tim!!

[napa68]

Just curious, why Mecum and not BAT?
I’m sure where ever it goes it will do awesome Tim!!

I don't know that BaT is the best for a survivor type car. Added to the fact, I KNOW I wouldn't get a reserve I felt was appropriate with BaT. Mecum stepped up with an estimate that shocked me a bit. Added to that, I was pleasantly surprised with a good Saturday lot number. I figured the car would be a Thursday or Friday car at best.

In the worst case scenario, I am happy to bring the car back home if I cannot ring the bell. It's a killer car and almost impossible to replace (can you read some regret in this paragraph?). It would be a great stablemate to the 5 Star Bowtie injected 65 I just bought.

On a side note, the 65 I just spoke of was a BaT auction. It did not perform on BaT. That worked out well for me:grin:

[Z282NV]

It's a beautiful Vette and well documented. I will be watching as it crosses the block..... GLWS.

[RPOLS3]

The Mecum photos are great - hope the car knocks it out of the park...........and we're honored to be considered your troublemakers :beers:

[napa68]

We are a few weeks removed from MCACN. I have lost the weight that I gained, I caught up on the sleep that I missed, and I'm back at the grind. Tracey and I had a TREMENDOUS time!

We did get our MCACN Gold and the Triple Diamond Award. As many of you know, the car was judged in Vintage Certification as well. In that judging discipline, we achieved a Legend level award. The car missed Time Capsule by .26% in one category:smirk:

Oh well........on to Mecum!

[duskblue]

super nice car ,good luck

[TimG]

I recognize lots of faces judging your car, Tim. It sure looked good at the show.

[napa68]

I am glad to report, things did not go as planned at Mecum (doesn't that sound conflicted?) While initially, it looked like I really had a good lot number, all of the ".1, .2, etc. lots had me with over 360 cars in front of me. In short, the car hit the block at around 8:30 pm. The heat in the room was decidedly different from an hour previous, to say nothing for the balance of the day. I'm not going to dwell on that......moving on.

The car was delivered this past Friday night. I must say I was impressed how easily the car started (at -5 degrees F). The same cannot be said for the tailgate on the transporter. I was lucky to get the friggin car off of there.

So you ask, now what? As I mentioned, I am VERY happy to get the car back. I am starting to get ready for the next stage of judging in the NCRS realm. That being what is called a "Performance Verification" Below, is a link to see what that involves.....
https://www.ncrs.org/services/judging-awards.php#Performance

https://www.ncrs.org/njc/PV_Sheets/68-72%20PV%20Scoring%20Sheets.pdf

If all goes well, the car would then get judged again at an NCRS National event (again), in order to get it's Duntov Award. If things would go to plan, I could also get the 5th Bowtie Star at the same event.

Now if I could only find that damn fuel pump???:grin:

[dykstra]

Good for you Tim!!!

[Too Many Projects]

Well dang nab-it, that's a durn shame you had to bring that car back home...:grin:
Now find the danged fuel pump !

[olredalert]

----Tim,,,Exact same thing happened to me at BJ,,,almost. I had an Ls6 Chevelle there that was pretty nice. Has a really good friday number. Line was moving slowly. A couple of us started to look around and found many numbered cars with a letter after. Some dealers with more pull than me had as mny as 10/12 extra cars on one number. Mine didn't go off until 10.30. There were three people in the audience and the car sold for around $15,000 less than it should have. The "almost" is that mine actually sold. I believe this goes on a lot more than we hear!....Bill S

[Steve Shauger]

"Now if I could only find that damn fuel pump???"

Great minds think alike Tim!:laugh::blush:

[dykstra]

Is the fuel pump the .26%?

[napa68]

Is the fuel pump the .26%?

That would clear the .26:grin:

[Big Block Bill]

I am glad to report, things did not go as planned at Mecum (doesn't that sound conflicted?) While initially, it looked like I really had a good lot number, all of the ".1, .2, etc. lots had me with over 360 cars in front of me. In short, the car hit the block at around 8:30 pm. The heat in the room was decidedly different from an hour previous, to say nothing for the balance of the day. I'm not going to dwell on that......moving on.

The car was delivered this past Friday night. I must say I was impressed how easily the car started (at -5 degrees F). The same cannot be said for the tailgate on the transporter. I was lucky to get the friggin car off of there.

So you ask, now what? As I mentioned, I am VERY happy to get the car back. I am starting to get ready for the next stage of judging in the NCRS realm. That being what is called a "Performance Verification" Below, is a link to see what that involves.....
https://www.ncrs.org/services/judging-awards.php#Performance

https://www.ncrs.org/njc/PV_Sheets/68-72%20PV%20Scoring%20Sheets.pdf

If all goes well, the car would then get judged again at an NCRS National event (again), in order to get it's Duntov Award. If things would go to plan, I could also get the 5th Bowtie Star at the same event.

Now if I could only find that damn fuel pump???:grin:

Tim,

Corvettes like yours sell best to a TRUE "Corvette Guy" who understands what he's buying, not some guy who is liquored up at 8:30 on a Friday night trying to impress his "Niece" he has on his shoulder (I have seen this way to many times at auctions). This car is one of a hand full of cars that can make the claims your Corvette can, so it going to go to someone who will be it's next caretaker that understands it's pedigree is paramount. I applaud you for going for the 5th Star, I wish I did the Bowtie judging with my Founding Benchmark 1967 Lynndale Roadster I sold to Tom O'Grady but I had to leave some "Meat on the Bone" for him. Good luck to you Sir, it is a SPECIAL Corvette and deserves what you are doing for All of the Corvette hobby to see. Bill

[TimG]

Bill, that was Barrett Jackson 2005 and I was one of the three people in the stands with the boys from Austin. Here's your partner in crime (who spent his money on this Corvette before the LS6 sold).
Terry was quite a guy and you were both buying and selling Corvettes when I was still doing wheelies on my Schwinn StingRay.

[Steve Shauger]

Tim,

Corvettes like yours sell best to a TRUE "Corvette Guy" who understands what he's buying, not some guy who is liquored up at 8:30 on a Friday night trying to impress his "Niece" he has on his shoulder (I have seen this way to many time s at auctions). This car is one of a hand full of cars that can make the claims Your's can so it going to go to someone who understand it's pedigree. I applaud you for going for the 5th Star, I wish I did the Bowtie judging with my Founding Benchmark 1967 Lynndale Roadster I sold to Tom O'Grady but I had to leave some "Meat on the Bone" for him. Good luck you Sir, it is a SPECIAL Corvette and deserves what you are doing for All of the Corvette hobby to see. Bill

Very well said Bill. Tim makes every car he touches better, and a true passionate enthusiast, and asset to the hobby. :beers:

[dykstra]

Bill, that was Barrett Jackson 2005 and I was one of the three people in the stands with the boys from Austin. Here's your partner in crime (who spent his money on this Corvette before the LS6 sold).
Terry was quite a guy and you were both buying and selling Corvettes when I was still doing wheelies on my Schwinn StingRay.

CARNDOG!! Man I miss that guy! What a character. I remember riding shotgun in Terry’s ‘68-‘69 L-89 down to Bloomington Gold when I was around 11 years old. Great memories!!
Sorry for the thread hijack:biggthumpup:

[olredalert]

Bill, that was Barrett Jackson 2005 and I was one of the three people in the stands with the boys from Austin. Here's your partner in crime (who spent his money on this Corvette before the LS6 sold).
Terry was quite a guy and you were both buying and selling Corvettes when I was still doing wheelies on my Schwinn StingRay.

----Remember you being there, Tim. Got that LS6 in trade on Red Alert. I fluffed it and went thru the engine and it came out nice, I think. People seemed to like it. Sure do miss Terry. He was one of a kind and a really good friend to his passing, as well as a good Irishman. Damn cancer. That was a hard one! Thanks for the great pic!....Bill S

[napa68]

In the last few weeks, I've had a couple of things develop on the 70.

First of all, I found the 2nd registered owner, as well as the 3rd owners Son. The 2nd owner was Mr. Harry Fenwick of Bloomsburg, PA. Mr. Fenwick and I spoke and had quite the enjoyable conversation. Mr. Fenwick informed me the car was traded back into Sherwood Chevrolet (original selling dealer) in approximately 1976. At his time of purchase, the car had about 4800 miles on it. Mr. Fenwick was of the opinion the OO (Robert Ryan) was a fair amount older than he. Mr. Fenwick sold the car in 1978 with approximately 6000 miles. His reason for selling was, he feared he could not maintain the car's condition properly due to storage limitations. Mr. Fenwick sold the car to Buster Dent of Alan Dent Used Cars also of Bloomsburg.

The car was purchased by it's 3rd owner Mr. Richard Laubach of Quakertown, PA. Mr. Laubach used the car sparingly until it was stored away in 1985. Mr. Laubach maintained ownership until 2018. I recently located Mr. Laubach's son Rick. Rick informed me his Dad had passed last year. Rick also provided me with the pic attached, as well as the paperwork from when his Dad sold the car in 2018 to Ken Riley of Modern Classic Auto Sales in Lakewood, NJ. Mr. Riley later consigned the car to Mecum for their auction in Indy 2018.

It was Indy 2018 where the car was purchased by a friend of mine in Indiana. The car was later sold to another friend of mine located in Long Island.

And speaking of Long Island, I have been in contact with our own Steve Shauger. After MCACN, there was a few items of uncertainty that needed review. Steve on his own accord investigated a few detail items of the 70. That in turn improved the score of the car to achieve the "Time Capsule" award.

I must give a shout out to Steve and his team. I am of the opinion Vintage Certification is the most invasive judging the car has undergone to this point. Ironically, many of the same people that judged the car for Bloomington Gold and NCRS, judged the car for MCACN Gold and Vintage Certification. The Vintage Certification criteria versus NCRS Bowtie and Bloomington Benchmark, is far less forgiving for it's top awards. When one then considers how many different marques / models are judged in Vintage Certification, it strikes me as an overwhelming task. Thank you Steve for your thorough and methodical approach.

In the 1st weekend of May, I'll be traveling with the 70 to Cedar Rapids, Iowa for the next chapter in judging. This will be the NCRS Performance Verification. This again is a very invasive, and unforgiving form of judging. This judging is known to cause ulcers:wink: The car is VERY strong mechanically and feel is has a good chance to pass on it's first attempt. Here is a link that explains........
https://www.ncrs.org/services/judging-awards.php#Performance

If all goes well in Iowa (which I am not taking for granted), Tracey and I will be off to Hampton Roads, VA in August of this year. At that point, we will be ungoing the judging for the car's final award, that being the NCRS Duntov Mark of Excellence Award.
https://www.ncrs.org/services/judging-awards.php#DUNTOV

As a side note, the 2nd owner Harry Fenwick will be joining Tracey and I at the NCRS National event. Mr. Fenwick has proven to be VERY enthusiastic and supportive of Tracey and I, to say nothing for the car. All of that, with the back drop of the NCRS 50th Anniversary National event, should prove to be a special occassion.

[RPOLS3]

Congratulations - well deserved.

[dykstra]

Congrats Tim. That’s awesome!

[TimG]

That's not an easy accomplishment. It's a beautiful car.

[dykstra]

Good luck in Cedar Rapids, IA this weekend Tim!!

[TimG]

I heard that Tim and his 1970 Corvette passed their Performance Verification test.

Every component on the car worked as it was designed to work. I seriously doubt that the majority of Corvettes that rolled off the assembly line could pass this test when new.

[Too Many Projects]

I heard that Tim and his 1970 Corvette passed their Performance Verification test.

Every component on the car worked as it was designed to work. I seriously doubt that the majority of Corvettes that rolled off the assembly line could pass this test when new.
You may well be correct on that statement.
I think we should have a plaque made up and present it to him at MCACN... The PPP Award
For Persistent Perfectionist in Preservation of a survivor vehicle.

[Steve Shauger]

You may well be correct on that statement.
I think we should have a plaque made up and present it to him at MCACN... The PPP Award
For Persistent Perfectionist in Preservation of a survivor vehicle.

He already as a PIA award what more does he need :biggthumpup: Congratulations on your Performance Verification award!!!!

[napa68]

Thanks guys. I have been grinding on this for the last few weeks. Going over the PV again and again. The horror stories are numerous about part failures, poor interpretations of proper operations, and plain old sh!t luck.

I had lots of good advice from people who understood the process, and wanted to see the car succeed. To say I have been surrounded by good people is an understatement.

I also found out this weekend, the car will indeed qualify to get it's 5th Star on the Bowtie Award (in addition to being judged for the Duntov Mark of Excellence Award). The 5th Star is more of a participation award, as it promotes the display of the car to be utilized as a learning tool.

In all, I feel it would be pretty cool if I could get my 5th Star and the Duntov Award (assuming it would still judge at a minimum of 97%) at the 50th anniversary meet. I guess it could be said then the car has run the table in any marque specific judging scenario.

More importantly than that.......I was able to spend a bunch of time with Bill Wente this weekend, along with his friend Brian. As many of you may know, Bill and Brian recommissioned the attached 65 coupe (belonging to Bill's cousin and original owner Paul). I had the opportunity to meet Paul this weekend. Paul was certainly enjoying the car and the attention. So many of the judges stopped to visit with Paul, Bill and Brian. Their efforts resulted in a 2nd Flight Award. A first class time with first class people.

On a side note........the Featherlite pulled like a dream. Big difference from the ATC.

[dykstra]

Awesome!!!!

[TimG]

Awesome. What a great group.

[olredalert]

----Big congrats, as I also know how hard this is to accomplish. What a Corvette!!!....Bill S

[napa68]

He already as a PIA award what more does he need :biggthumpup:

You must have been talking to Tracey:haha:

[67since67]

You must have been talking to Tracey:haha:

Worth noting...additionally...while Tim was goofing off in Iowa, Tracey was taking care of business at home....picking up and personally loading the trans for the '62 and delivering it back to the shop. She's a keeper :headbang:

Thanks for the kind words Tim, a great time was had by all! :beers:

[67since67]

Judging School in session, the Honorable Mr Schuetz presiding.

[67since67]

He's everywhere!!...

[TimG]

What a great group of Five Star Bow Tie cars.

[napa68]

He's everywhere!!...
LMAO:haha:

[napa68]

This past week represents the end of the line for the 70 (at least in a judging perspective). At the NCRS National Convention, the car received it's National Top Flight Award, the Duntov Mark of Excellence Award, and the 5th Star on it's Bowtie Preservation Excellence Award.

Tracey and I are back home, and everything is safe and sound. This week I'll put the driver wheels and tires on the car, change out the embossed oil filter, and press the car into light service. This will be a nice car to enjoy driving on a limited basis. Of course, there always seems to be something else that pops up and catches my eye:naughty:

[RobR]

Congratulations Tim! Recently, someone paid you a high compliment on here and I agree. I wouldn’t hesitate to buy a car from you site unseen, Rob.

[TimG]

Glad you made it home safely, Tim. It was good to see you and your car at Nationals.
I bet all those awards put a little extra weight in the trailer.

[juliosz]

Congratulations, Tim! What an awesome car and getting the Duntov is such an outstanding achievement.

[Too Many Projects]

Super cool, Tim, congrats..:biggthumpup:

Now, curious as to what else you arranged to follow you home ???..:laugh:

[napa68]

Super cool, Tim, congrats..:biggthumpup:

Now, curious as to what else you arranged to follow you home ???..:laugh:

I tried. No success though. There was a 67 435hp roadster with 14k miles I was pretty smitten with

[olredalert]

----Wow, Tim! I know how hard that this level of judging is, but you took it in stride. Congrats!....Bill S

[Steve Shauger]

It doesn't get any better... what an achievement! Congratulation to both you and Tracey!

[Too Many Projects]

I tried. No success though. There was a 67 435hp roadster with 14k miles I was pretty smitten with
Yeah, but you well know, the seed is planted and the call could come anytime in the next 12 months...:wink:

[scuncio]

Congratulations! Huge accomplishment.

[67since67]

Congrats Tim and Tracey on these remarkable achievements!! :worship:

Seems as though the best of the best survivor Corvettes find their way into Tim's shop for ultimate detailing.

[dykstra]

Congrats Tim and Tracy! That is awesome!!!! Well deserved.

[napa68]

Here is a video I shot of the car this morning......

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[TimG]

Great video, Tim.

[MosportGreen66]

Separates the massaged survivors from authentic and raw unrestored educational examples! Very well deserved!

[napa68]

One could say a chapter has drawn to a close of sorts. For the first time since I bought the 70, I brought it home. In that ride, the car crossed the 9000 mile mark. It's really nice to have it home......really nice.

This car here (as you may know) was the first that Tracey and I had gone full bore on campaigning. There was no stone unturned, in any form of judging. That all having been said, I had to reflect back a little bit. Honestly, I feel the whole experience made me a better person.

Yes, the car brought home the hardware. It's a great car. Through it all, we have seen so many quality top shelf cars, been to some places that we never would have traveled to, but most importantly.........made friendships with so many quality people. It's truly humbling. No secret, the hobby is so much more about the people.

Plenty of you have shown a car(s) so much more than Tracey and I have. Now in hindsight, I can see why.

Looking forward to seeing you guys at MCACN!

[TimG]

I’ve seen this car a number of times and it pushes all the buttons, not many cars can do that. There’s a reason one of the awards it has received is called Benchmark.