Survivor 67 Corvette found! Value?? [Archive]

a69z4me

02-12-2008, 02:42 AM

I have located a 1967 Corvette Coupe with 35,000 original miles. It is unrestored with the following options. It has the 390 hp 427 engine and is a 4 speed car with telescopic wheel, am/fm radio, rally wheels, power steering and power brakes. The original paint shines and the original interior is in mint condition. The original spare has never been used. This car has been off the road since 1972 which was the last time it was inspected. It is a two owner car and has all of its original components except for tires and the lower radiator hose. The build sheet is also with the car. I am not a corvette enthusiast, however I would like to buy this car. Your assistance in establishing a fair market value would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!

TimG

02-12-2008, 03:14 AM

You didn't mention the color combination. If it is a desirable color exterior and interior, it will make a significant difference in the value of the car. It could mean a difference of 100% or more for some combinations.

tom406

02-12-2008, 03:23 AM

Did you verify original engine, and you don't say how its been stored all these years. Is it started and exercised each year, or did they just park it in '72 and wash it for you in '08? Is it drivable, or do you think the fuel system and engine need to be cleaned out and prepared. It all makes a difference. I agree on the color being key as well.

Sounds very cool, though! Post pics if you get it.

a69z4me

02-12-2008, 03:45 AM

My apologies. The car is a green/green car with a white stinger. It has been garaged most, if not all of its life. It is a running, driving car with no known problems. I should have posted more information to begin with but my eagerness for immediate feedback probably contributed to these oversights. Additionally it does have it's born with engine, trans, rearend and as far as I'm concerned a must for it to be considered a true survivor. Thanks for your questions!

Zedder

02-12-2008, 07:00 AM

OK, I'll try...green/green is a price killer, but I'd say $70K plus/minus $5k depending on the percent untouched...ie fluffed underhood will hurt the value to a survivor nut.

427king

02-12-2008, 07:39 AM

Id say the car is easy 100K plus or minus like described,green or not. Sounds like a super nice find..........

Charley Lillard

02-12-2008, 08:52 AM

Green green 390 hp coupe I will guess 45-60K

427king

02-12-2008, 09:20 AM

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevrolet...tem120218588543 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevrolet-Corvette-1967-Corvette-Coupe-427-390-Big-Block-37-794-Orig-Miles_W0QQitemZ120218588543QQcmdZViewItem?hash=ite m120218588543) Here is a true sale on ebay. Very similar car mile wise[so it says], but the green one sounds like it has many more original parts and better paint and this one has NO paperwork,sold for 75000.00 [was an offer accepted so more than likely not a fake shill bid]

a69z4me

02-12-2008, 03:38 PM

Thanks for your opinions! The firm price for this car is $85,000.00. What do you think?

Rick Cell

02-12-2008, 04:15 PM

If the car had air and power windows then it might bring 85000.00

Zedder

02-12-2008, 04:29 PM

That Maroon '67 was a better deal 2 years ago when it was offered for sale on ebay with the original bolt-ons. They were sold off and repops put on the car...

SIR-VIVOR

02-12-2008, 04:38 PM

I believe I've seen this car. If it's the same car $75k would be max.

SIR-VIVOR

02-12-2008, 04:45 PM

I have a one owner '67 427/435 convertible, marina blue with blue leather interior I'd sell you for $185k. Window sticker and all.

CROSSRAMJL8

02-12-2008, 04:49 PM

chuck can you give me a call 918-261-1967
thanks tony

Charley Lillard

02-12-2008, 05:52 PM

Big difference between green and red cars.

1railman

02-12-2008, 06:08 PM

If you like and want the car I would say it is worth it, provided no spray bombs have come within 50 feet of it. Your desciption sounds good, but detailing can really hurt values (many times over looked in desciptions). I would place value at around $100 with good preservation and Triple Crown, more if car eventually becomes a Bow Tie or Survivor car.

a69z4me

02-12-2008, 08:03 PM

Ok. Thank you, your points have merit.

SIR-VIVOR

02-12-2008, 08:24 PM

I agree with Charley. also big difference in coupes vs. convertibles, and solid lifter vs. non solid lifter.

H8tulooze

02-12-2008, 09:03 PM

Any Pics???

TimG

02-12-2008, 09:58 PM

It could take quite a bit of money to prepare this car for Benchmark judging. You could spend thousands depending on what the car needs, and it will need things. I think 85K out of the gate sounds too high for this car unless you love it. If the engine needs to be pulled after sitting for over 35 years, you had better plan on spending a good sum to have it freshened while preserving the "look" of originalty.

427king

02-12-2008, 11:22 PM

I know this isnt a true Corvette site but geez,Ive seen more excitement over a barn find Z with wrong motor,bad paint and no paperwork http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif

Charley Lillard

02-12-2008, 11:56 PM

Pictures might get us excited.

MosportGreen66

02-13-2008, 12:04 AM

I am extremely excited. I'm shocked other closet (and non closet) Corvette guys are not going bonkers either. Could be the colors, motor, lack of photos but come on guys. Put yourself in this guys shoes, if you *found* a Corvette, even a 300 horse coupe/auto, I bet it would get your heart pumping.

I am going to go out on a limb here and say $85k is about market value. I also believe that a 400hp or 435hp car in the exact same situation would bring well into the $125k range. If you really want the car, which it seems like you do, spend the coin and hire an NCRS judge for assistance with the purchase. If nothing more, he will offer the opinion of a man who has spent lots of time on the judging field.

Post photos... should be good reference point and learning material!

427king

02-13-2008, 03:18 AM

Which car is worth more money... 1]Red/black auto trans on column copo,owner history NOM, no docs,restored,been certified by someone,has an X44 tag and a hole in the firewall..2]green/green copo 35K miles,all original components less tires and lower rad hose,factory buildsheet,original shiny paint,survivor...

x Baldwin Motion

02-13-2008, 03:41 AM

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Which car is worth more money... 1]Red/black auto trans on column copo,owner history NOM, no docs,restored,been certified by someone,has an X44 tag and a hole in the firewall..2]green/green copo 35K miles,all original components less tires and lower rad hose,factory buildsheet,original shiny paint,survivor...

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are these trick questions? lets see the pictures http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/scholar.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/Can-I-Have-It.gif

rubbinisracing

02-13-2008, 05:26 AM

rubbinisracing

02-13-2008, 05:29 AM

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I have a one owner '67 427/435 convertible, marina blue with blue leather interior I'd sell you for $185k. Window sticker and all.

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Do you have one in a different color that needs another home?

a69z4me

02-13-2008, 06:58 PM

I appreciate everyone's input. I plan to get photos posted for you to view this weekend. Thanks again!

prototype

02-13-2008, 07:13 PM

[ QUOTE ]
Which car is worth more money... 1]Red/black auto trans on column copo,owner history NOM, no docs,restored,been certified by someone,has an X44 tag and a hole in the firewall..2]green/green copo 35K miles,all original components less tires and lower rad hose,factory buildsheet,original shiny paint,survivor...

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Green/Green hands down

papers
drivetrain
survivor (an overused term but sounds real in this case)

If it's a 4spd then that's a bonus.

BTW survivor cars have original paint IMHO........stepping off soap box now.