1972 Corvette Stingray C3 – Big Block with full rebuild, 4‑Speed Manual, Convertible
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Dorsetsteve
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That’s the new one though I assume? It’s a great looking car. They’re not buying classic ones?
Nassau65
CCCUK Member
Yes, new shape and RHD. That RHD makes all the difference. Just like Chrysler did with the voyager and Jeep in the 90’s
antijam
CCCUK Member
When Ford decided to offer the S550 Mustang as a 'world' car in 2015 it greatly widened its appeal with variants engineered to meet around 140 global markets. Offered in the UK with RHD for the first time and with the option of the 2.3 Litre 4-cylinder Ecotec motor as well as the 5.0 Litre V8 it became an instant success. Although seen over here as a 'Sports' car it's 4-seat practicality, strong performance with reasonable economy and competitive pricing has wide appeal. On its introduction it was the cheapest 400+ HP car on the market.
Ever since I bought mine in 2016 it has attracted wide attention with everyone from school kids to old ladies in their 70's......
..... ( even without the dog on board
). Everybody seems to recognise a Mustang. The C3 gets noticed too but not many people know what it is and those that do are more likely to be OAP's rather than school kids. With almost 50 years of automotive development between them the two cars obviously offer quite different driving experiences. In the C3 the emphasis is on torque; in the Mustang it's power. The 'Stangs' 5.0 Litre V8 does however give twice the fuel economy of the 'Vettes' 5.7 with around 50% more power - the fruits of progress!
Ever since I bought mine in 2016 it has attracted wide attention with everyone from school kids to old ladies in their 70's......
..... ( even without the dog on board
). Everybody seems to recognise a Mustang. The C3 gets noticed too but not many people know what it is and those that do are more likely to be OAP's rather than school kids. With almost 50 years of automotive development between them the two cars obviously offer quite different driving experiences. In the C3 the emphasis is on torque; in the Mustang it's power. The 'Stangs' 5.0 Litre V8 does however give twice the fuel economy of the 'Vettes' 5.7 with around 50% more power - the fruits of progress! 
MilkyNoSugar
CCCUK Member
I have removed the advert on car and classics. I will use the car over the winter, as I always do, keep on top of maintenance and then put a fresh advert up in the spring.
Good posts on this thread about the state of the market.
Good posts on this thread about the state of the market.
Nassau65
CCCUK Member
Great that you actually use your car over the winter months, most are probably tucked up in their garages until spring, like my sisters tortoises
Mr. Cricket
Administrator
Guilty. I will get them out on select days as they love the cold crisp air.Great that you actually use your car over the winter months, most are probably tucked up in their garages until spring, like my sisters tortoises
My winter to-do list is nice this year. 1 x oil change, 1 x new battery although that is a pain in the arse removing a knock off and fender access panel to slide the battery out.
Can we get a pic with the egg crates painted Milky?
Nassau65
CCCUK Member
I also like driving with the top down on a nice bright winters day. With my flying jacket on and a hat, it’s quite toasty. Only thing is other drivers think your a right flash bugger ( or words to that extent)
Mr. Cricket
Administrator
Yes hard to beat that sensation. My one and only convertible Corvette was inop that Winter so that will get some time out this time
Roscobbc
Moderator
Earlier Corvettes are for sunny summer weather? yes/no?......perhaps if you have good air conditioning...........however as ironic as it may seem a big block vert with the hood down (or coupe with the tops and perhaps rear window stowed away) can be a comfortable place in winter with the heater on full blast - or with so much heat generated by the engine once you've been out in the car for 20 minutes or so you can turn the car heater off, wind-up the windows, roll-up the hood/re-fit the T roofs and have a nice driving environment.
