WANTED: 69-72 Stingray

[James Vette]

Hi guys. I'm still searching for a stingray to replace my project 71 stingray I sold because I could not take on the challenge of restoring a car but I'm happy that it gave me experience in driving a classic stingray and I loved it. I just want one in great condition that I can hopefully daily drive and not worry about working on so please if you have or you know someone who might want to put up for sale please let me know.

Looking for automatic t-top coupe without luggage rack and ideally with stock delco stereo (I like classic cars to be factory stock to get the full experience). And again must be in great condition as I want to be proud of my classic corvette and not have to worry about it.

I was eyeing up a great condition 70 in dark blue for 23k but sadly I have decided to rule out dark paint.

Thank you guys and I look forward to getting my next stingray to love and cherish for many years to come. I'm based in west sussex.

 

[CaptainK]

I'm guessing you have checked with Gavin at EMC as he always seems to be getting C3s in and restoring them. See his photos on Facebook.

 

[Darylpalm]

I'm guessing you have checked with Gavin at EMC as he always seems to be getting C3s in and restoring them. See his photos on Facebook.

Could you let me know Gavin at EMC's phone number pls

 

[CaptainK]

Could you let me know Gavin at EMC's phone number pls

EMC Performance - Corvette Restoration and Sales

 

[Nassau65]

Automatic, good choice.
No to dark colours? I think dark colours suite the lines of the car very well.
No rear rack? Really, I think they make the car. I love them. Obviously if they are a bit rusty they look terrible, but in nice condition I think they look great.

 

[Vetman]

I get a lot of use from the rear luggage rack. Mainly use it in my garage for extra storage space.

 

[James Vette]

@Nassau65 @Vetman I would never use it so it feels like clutter to me. Dark colours are fine but I prefer lighter if possible.

 

[Mad4slalom]

@Nassau65 @Vetman I would never use it so it feels like clutter to me. Dark colours are fine but I prefer lighter if possible.

Dont exclude a good corvette just because it may be 4 speed and not auto tho James, almost like an auto when in 4th anyway but with the added driver experience of a classic stick shift and probably a bit more value at sale time.

 

[Nassau65]

Now this I like



This I hate. Looks bloody awful to me. Who in his right mind would fit it ? The mind boggles.

 

[Mad4slalom]

Now this I like

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This I hate. Looks bloody awful to me. Who in his right mind would fit it ? The mind boggles.

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Ooh! Function over form ! Not always the best route 🫣

 

[Nassau65]

I also don’t like rear racks on mid year convertibles. Although probably practical especially with the soft top down, it just doesn’t look right to me.

 

[James Vette]

Now this I like

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Looks like bryar blue.

 

[Roscobbc]

Now this I like

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This I hate. Looks bloody awful to me. Who in his right mind would fit it ? The mind boggles.

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C2 rack looks like a dog guard relocated. Can't say rack on C4 does anything for me - shame GM couldn't have figured a 'removable' rack = would have been the best of both worlds. BTW has anyone actually entrusted their 'T' tops to the rack.........?

 

[James Vette]

@Roscobbc I don't understand putting the t-tops on the rack when you put them behind the seats.

 

[Roscobbc]

@Roscobbc I don't understand putting the t-tops on the rack when you put them behind the seats.

I seem to recall that some people prefered perhaps the greater stowage space behind the seats for loose small items like clothing rather than cases on the rack?

 

[Nassau65]

@Roscobbc I don't understand putting the t-tops on the rack when you put them behind the seats.

If it rains with the T-Tops on the rack, no problem. If cases were on there , you could have problems.

 

[Nassau65]

The C4 convertible rack wasn’t too bad looking I thought.


This chap had a colour matched case for his.

 

[Mad4slalom]

I also don’t like rear racks on mid year convertibles. Although probably practical especially with the soft top down, it just doesn’t look right to me.
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I dont hate them but they do detract from the lines. The other thing is how nice the hard top looks on the red one

 

[Nassau65]

Here’s a 1980 corvette, with the rare factory option of a roof panel carrier. Only 3755 were ordered for the 1980 model at a cost $125.

 

[Nassau65]

I dont hate them but they do detract from the lines. The other thing is how nice the hard top looks on the red one

Yes, convertibles look nice with their hard top on. Mines only been on the car three times in 31 years.
Good for back in the day when they were just “cars” to be used all year round. Northern state people could put it on in October until April, keeping the interior damp free during winter.
Quite heavy for what it is. Removal/installation is definitely a two man job.