i dont take sides, i love these cars and 69-70 boss mustangs or mach 1's or pontiac gto, i love em all, dont know why people stick to only one manufacturer, theyre all american icons so be proud of all these classic cars, cheers everybody :D
@Fordfanforlife777 LOL, kinda like how I'd still (gladly) drive a 69-70 Boss Mustang. Some cars you just have to respect no matter which side you're on.
@juice12369 We were asking $249,900 for the car. By far the most expensive car we've had in inventory since I've worked here. Not a very realistic number in all fairness; consignee just wanted to advertise it to see what kind of interest it would generate, but ended up picking it up and keeping it after about a year.
@MrItsmejeffrey Geeze, that's hardly a fair comparison! I will say however that there's still a pretty noticeable difference between a 427/435hp car and a built small block. Personally I'd take the 70 T/A over both regardless...
@buyavettedotnet . I removed my 2 comments. I realized it wasn't written properly. What I mean't was the T/A seemed faster a bit...and handled better...from what I remember...which isnt a lot lol.
I have the utmost respect for your fine American boys... You guys know your V8's and cars in general. No better mechanics nor more gracious people than our american neighbours. cheers man
@MrItsmejeffrey Thanks for the compliment! I've driven just one second gen T/A (factory stock 403 79 non-WS6 T/A w/WS6 size wheels/tires), so I can't say much about power, but in terms of handling it definitely seemed a bit more planted. There's just not much you can do with the 6 inch wide tires on midyears lol.
This is the best body style for the corvette ever made; ever! shortest wheelbase; most compact; lightest in weight and its not made of plastic; look at that beautiful slim design unlike the shitty bulky new cars today. All this car needs is an LS7 engine/drive train and its game over!
@ACHEESEDANISH00 I think you're confusing this one (L71) with the L88, which was rated at 430hp, but actually produced closer to 560. Good luck finding one of those reasonably priced though since they only built 20 of them in 1967.
nice video, the only way most of us will get a test ride is thru these vids on Utube, so thanks for making one of the better ones.. I've owned 4 Vettes in my lifetime but not one of the 'big blocks'..
@ANICON2006 So you must know about vettes; how much would I be about to pick up the 67 convertible rolling chasis; will an LS7 engine fit with its tranny or would I have to modify the mounts or anything? do you know? thanks!
@Harutmakina I'd say a basketcase 67 conv would normally start around $30,000...we have not done any LS swaps on vintage cars here, I would imagine that someone might sell a kit to do this, and I know that several companies specialize in 67's with LS7 swaps.
@buyavettedotnet Thank You! Do those companies sell them already built and ready to go? what are the names of the companies? I want to purchase one! thanks again!
@Harutmakina Mongoose is the main manufacturer that I know of...it looks like they mostly do cars with wide body kits though. Vestris Vettes is another one, and they usually do more stock-appearing cars with LS swaps, but I'm not 100% sure that they're still in business. You should be able to find both with a google search.
the 1967 corvette best corvette in my opinion and best car in the world love paint job carborator amazed me and im saving up for this car with a white hood cape instead of red
@PeterPansilva Yeah, a lot of people would agree with the 67 being the best, including myself. Black cars with White stinger stripes are hard to find though, might be easier to make one yourself!
@buyavettedotnet .. If old & new 427" are dyno'd on engine stand with open headers, the old tri-power one is 435HP (~275netHP), new EFI one is 540HP (505netHP)... old 'L88' '430HP' 427" is 560HP (~375netHP)...
@IwAnTcHaNgE3452 I've come up with a new one: "If it's not Red (or Black in many cases), it's the original color". Seems like half the cars that used to be green, blue, or silver are now red or black. Getting a little tired of seeing red and black cars all the time.
The headlights work on vacuum. The one on the right is what they call "a little lazy", most likely caused by a small vacuum leak in the headlight motor. Could be a leak in the hose going to the motor. Should be an easy fix.
@surrynet Actually, the midyear headlights are electric -- they didn't go to vacuum until 1968. Nonetheless, there are a few fixes out there that would remedy this situation.
That being said though, I kinda wish they didn't go to vacuum -- the electric ones were a lot more reliable.
my dad had a 67 tri power marlboro maroon, just like this one i hope i will hitt the lotterey and b e able to buy the car he sold because i cam along in 71 damn i cant do anything right! pray 4 me!
Man, why would ANYONE living in the U.S ever buy anything but a Corvette. A fine piece of American muscle like that would cost an absolute fortune here in Australia. Awesome, gorgeous car!
This is a great sounding 427. Best that I have heard. The thing about old Corvettes... they should be a little musty smelling and the exhaust should sound a bit like a truck's.
The problem with a Viper, and I have a friend that has one, is the sound. There is nothing sweeter then the sound of a V8. Sometimes when my buddy fires up his Viper it sounds like a VW. I like the style of the early Vipers but that engine sound, in my humble opinion, just ruins the car. Just like some of those foreign exotics. They sound like crap when they go by under throttle. The V8 sounds like a machine and there is nothing sweeter then the Chevy or Ford for that matter V8. Just my opunion
@camirocz They didn't...but I think several people that tested these cars did. Now, if they only could have figured a way to get all that power to the ground...
Back in 1971 I was purchasing a maroon 67, 427 ci 390 hp with factory air 4 speed. I had the cash , met the guy and he changed his mind and wouldn't sell it . Life is a bitch.
@raremountainbear Yep, definitely a pre-recession price, and a high one at that. Wonder if the consignee still has it or what he ended up getting for it.
Hate to burst your bubble (and I am sure the car is gone by now) but the steering wheel is not a teak wood wheel. It is a plastic made to look like wood steering wheel. The teak wheel wood is wider in diameter (in cross section) and is a lighter (more yellow in appearance)in color than what is shown here. I should know, I have a plastic wheel 66 vette.
@fbenenati That's a good possibility -- this was one of the first midyears I got to know, I had only been working here a couple weeks when it came in. Needless to say I know these cars a lot better at this point as I've probably driven well over 100 of them now.
theres no way you can keep the car that prestine and still drive it. i read a book about restoring cars, and the author knew a guy who had his corvette judged by the corvette association of america (im not sure what it's called), and got a 99.7% (.3 points were reduced because some of the channels on the AM/FM radio were fuzzy). he drove it for 60 miles, and the judges said it would be lucky to score a 90 because the road debris (pebbles, dust etc.) had scratched and damaged the undercarriage.
@redghost105 If you don't mind getting your hands dirty and are willing to buy a car that isn't already 100%, then that's the way to do it. Keep in mind this was just before the recession, although it's not uncommon for these cars to still sell for well over six figures. All depends on condition, documentation, and options. This car had the most powerful mass-produced engine, was painted one of the most desirable and rarest colors, was well-documented, and was in damn near perfect condition.
@redghost105 Okay, we're on the same page then. Now that you mention it, I can think of at least 7 or 8 REALLY NICE cars I could buy that total less than $250K.
@BornBomber Expect to pay at least six figures for a correct Black/Red Stinger 435hp trailer queen like this one. We had this one listed for much more, but that was before the recession, and the car was also consigned.
Man where do you get your fuel? I can't find any for mine. For a while I ran Aviation gas, but they won't let you fill up at the airport, I had to fill a 50 gallon drum and take it home to fill up. I need to get mine back on the road.
@JimBoopLoop You really can't beat 'em, the experience of driving one of these cars really can't be compared to anything. Comfort and convenience go out the window, but who cares, they're not daily drivers anyway, and the rest of the car more than makes up for it.
the beauty of these cars is the shape the interior and the simple engine with no electronic helps. but I would like to know if you can have these cars with a 5 speed manual. is there an aftermarkt gbox that can fit ? I mean the sound is great but it can be annoying if you go touring or travel with a 4 speed
The headlight issue answer is KILLING me!! There are no "electric motors", the headlights operate by engine vacuum, a heavily "cammed" big block produces very low vacuum at idle. Hence they all did it. The windshield wiper door on the 68-72 operates the same way, and was an issue on the LT-1 and big block cars as it operates slowly when perfect, and really hesitates or stays stationary on ones that lacked service.
Actually, the 1963-67 models had electric headlights. They didn't go to vacuum until 1968. Don't know why they did though, the electric headlights seem to have a lot less issues.
has anyone noticed at the end of the video that when the head lights are going down , that the right headlight pauses as if there is a problem with it , and then it goes down slower than the left headlight, !! is this a video blip or is the light itself .
Definitely an issue with the headlights. Each of these electric headlights has its own motor, and there's just so many variables in them that they rarely work at the same speed, even when replaced in pairs with parts from the same source. Kinda the same principle as power windows on your average sedan if you roll 4 of them down at the same time. However, I want to say there was an article a few years back maybe in Corvette Fever where they showed how to get them to move at the same speed.
Yeah, if not a 6 speed. But if you're gonna do that, you might as well add power steering, power brakes, and air conditioning. But hey, a 4 speed is better than the standard 3 speed manual that came with these cars!
Stingray is a name that gets thrown around and misused way too much, which is why I don't even use it personally. If you want to look at what the badges say, all 1963-67s and 1969-76s are Stingrays. Nonetheless, some people think Stingray is a body style, and therefore call all 1968-82s Stingrays regardless of whether or not they have the badges.
@buyavettedotnet Not to forget that from 63-67 Sting Ray was 2 words. When it returned in 1969 and until 1976 it was One Word Stingray. Which in a way was a nice way to further separate C2 from C3. Did Chevy ever say why they dropped the "Stingray" name after 76? I should know that, but I don't. Love the videos.
This is true as well, forgot to mention the two different spellings used. Not sure why they decided to drop the name altogether in 1977; only thing I can figure is they "shaved" it to make the exterior appear cleaner. Remember that 1977 was also the first year for black window trim instead of polished, and many interior cosmetic changes were made as well this year (steering wheel, door panels, gauges, center console, steering column, etc). Guess it was just part of the Vette's "new image".
Only thing I take issue with, is that the steering wheel does not "appear" to be Teakwood. It "appears" to be the plastic simulated wood steering wheel, which is smaller in frame diameter than the teakwood steering wheel is. It is also darker in color that the lighter teakwood wheel. I speak of this because I have a 66coupe with the simulated wood (plastic) steering wheel, and it appears exactly like this one does. If I am incorrect, my apologies.
You are correct, this car has the standard plastic steering wheel. As a matter of fact, 1966 was the last year you could even get a teakwood steering wheel. Only about 10% of 1965-66s had the option from the facory -- it's a hard one to find for sure!
Boy, you sound like you know your facts. Yes, they go for about $500 or more on EBay (the teakwood wheels). I really enjoy my 66. It has a functional A.I.R. on it, originally from CA. It is a Top Flight nassau blue 66. It has the L79 package.
Wish I could say those facts came off the top of my head, but they're from my trusty Black Book :) Sounds like you've got a really rare '66 -- 350hp, teakwood, and an intact A.I.R. system? NICE! Coupe or convertible? Let us know if you ever want to unload it, that's definitely a car that we would be interested in.
Sorry I unintentionally misled you. My steering wheel is plastic. It is not the teakwood. My car is a coupe. Frame off restoration, Bright Blue interior. Telescopic steering. Good documentation too. I hope to hang on to it for a long, long time, but thanks for the offer. I enjoy driving it a little bit every week. Have had it for nine years.
Still sounds like a very nice car -- I definitely prefer the coupes as well, and I think the telescopic steering probably makes up for the fact that it doesn't have a teakwood wheel as that's just as rare and option and has a function as well. Should be an enjoyable car for you for many more years!
Nice Vette. My dad had a 67 when they first came out. His was a Marina Blue with a black stinger hood. His was a 427 that only produced 390 horsepower not the tri-powered 3x2 435 horse. Anyway you have a nice Corvette
nothing in the world, and all of the cars are just silent and smooth, which is ok i guess but...the sound of a big block is slowly fading away until theres gonna be like a few of these left and no one will drive them at all...its a shame though..
@PpgUserT true...but my 1994 Mustang GT thats modded with bright Rio Red paint (including the wiper cowl and mirros) sounds really good with it's equal lenght headers, offroad hpipe and flowmasters with a 3.73 geared 5 speed and a few engine mods. the color and the sound definately catch people's attention...even tho it is just a 302...it has mild mods that didn't cost much and still retains the stock quiet cam but probably has 310-320 flywheel hp...which isn't bad for the $ I spent...
@PpgUserT as a matter of fact, I honestly do see your point about all the STOCK vehicles not sounding the way this gorgous big block vette does and being very quiet but that's what the aftermarket is for...you get the right exhaust and you can catch people's attention. and a lot of cars today and making as much hp as this car and more, even n/a...some with a lot less cubic inches. like the 2011 Mustang GT 5.0 has a 6 speed transmission and 412 hp and 390 ft/lbs of torque factory...26mpg hwy
damn
ChevroletCorvette427 2 weeks ago
my father and i want one but we want one with finder flares!
UpStreamDolphin 1 month ago
@UpStreamDolphin Do you mean fender flares?
Fordfanforlife777 1 month ago in playlist Automotive videos
@Scharfschutzen1
Was? what are you up to now then?
illkikurarse1 2 months ago
*car pulling onto road*
me: fap....fap....fap
*car picks up speed*
me: fap fap fap fap
*car really picking up speed*
me: FAP FAP FAP FAP FAP FAP FAP
i dont take sides, i love these cars and 69-70 boss mustangs or mach 1's or pontiac gto, i love em all, dont know why people stick to only one manufacturer, theyre all american icons so be proud of all these classic cars, cheers everybody :D
dean44100 2 months ago
What a dream car that is...
MynZnusz 2 months ago
this car is all that!
jplumber100 2 months ago
Alright, I'm a diehard Ford fan, But hollllllllly crap I love this car!
Fordfanforlife777 2 months ago 2
@Fordfanforlife777 LOL, kinda like how I'd still (gladly) drive a 69-70 Boss Mustang. Some cars you just have to respect no matter which side you're on.
buyavettedotnet 2 months ago 5
as of this moment the claock does not work. even better this car is timeless =)
hawkeye1018 3 months ago
Thanx Joshua great job on the test drive , sounds great .
plastic1492 3 months ago
What makes it sound so good?
milodaman2 3 months ago
@milodaman2 It's mostly the side exhaust.
buyavettedotnet 3 months ago
2 dislikes?
Obviously, morons ARE capable of using the internet.
That model Vette is one of the most beautiful cars ever produced.
hellboy1976 3 months ago
DAMN SEXY I just luv mid year vettes
jonniebakstix 3 months ago
Gave me a woody when he ran it through the gears!!!
ckelley63 3 months ago
Most beautiful car ever designed and built in America.
JET997u 4 months ago 3
Just out of curiosity, how much are you asking for this car?
juice12369 4 months ago
@juice12369 We were asking $249,900 for the car. By far the most expensive car we've had in inventory since I've worked here. Not a very realistic number in all fairness; consignee just wanted to advertise it to see what kind of interest it would generate, but ended up picking it up and keeping it after about a year.
buyavettedotnet 4 months ago
it's got a great sound
ZBB8083 4 months ago
I want to drive that car! Give it to me! NOW!
... I would so fully remove that fully removable stereo system...
ManiPulatoR84 4 months ago
i kno women who driv bttr
cgramaticos 5 months ago
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MrItsmejeffrey 5 months ago
@MrItsmejeffrey Geeze, that's hardly a fair comparison! I will say however that there's still a pretty noticeable difference between a 427/435hp car and a built small block. Personally I'd take the 70 T/A over both regardless...
buyavettedotnet 5 months ago
@buyavettedotnet . I removed my 2 comments. I realized it wasn't written properly. What I mean't was the T/A seemed faster a bit...and handled better...from what I remember...which isnt a lot lol.
I have the utmost respect for your fine American boys... You guys know your V8's and cars in general. No better mechanics nor more gracious people than our american neighbours. cheers man
MrItsmejeffrey 5 months ago
@MrItsmejeffrey Thanks for the compliment! I've driven just one second gen T/A (factory stock 403 79 non-WS6 T/A w/WS6 size wheels/tires), so I can't say much about power, but in terms of handling it definitely seemed a bit more planted. There's just not much you can do with the 6 inch wide tires on midyears lol.
buyavettedotnet 5 months ago
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MrItsmejeffrey 5 months ago
An excellent piece of American automotive.
kunatracing 5 months ago
actually about 560 hp at about 12.5:1 compression with a crazy cam and aluminum heads with a holley 850 carb
ACHEESEDANISH00 5 months ago
the two losers that disliked this vid probly drive hondas that sound like hoover vacs and cant afford their next tank of gas.
19711994gmc 6 months ago
@VainSMG1 Shhhhh!!! Don't tell anyone!
buyavettedotnet 6 months ago
This is the best body style for the corvette ever made; ever! shortest wheelbase; most compact; lightest in weight and its not made of plastic; look at that beautiful slim design unlike the shitty bulky new cars today. All this car needs is an LS7 engine/drive train and its game over!
Harutmakina 6 months ago
@Harutmakina ls7 drivetrain? never this car actually has about 560 hp from the factory
ACHEESEDANISH00 5 months ago
@ACHEESEDANISH00 I think you're confusing this one (L71) with the L88, which was rated at 430hp, but actually produced closer to 560. Good luck finding one of those reasonably priced though since they only built 20 of them in 1967.
buyavettedotnet 5 months ago
sweeT! best ever out of detroit, imo
ziggy107 7 months ago
nice video, the only way most of us will get a test ride is thru these vids on Utube, so thanks for making one of the better ones.. I've owned 4 Vettes in my lifetime but not one of the 'big blocks'..
ANICON2006 7 months ago
@ANICON2006 No prob guys...we like making them as much as you like watching them!
buyavettedotnet 7 months ago
@ANICON2006 So you must know about vettes; how much would I be about to pick up the 67 convertible rolling chasis; will an LS7 engine fit with its tranny or would I have to modify the mounts or anything? do you know? thanks!
Harutmakina 6 months ago
@Harutmakina I'd say a basketcase 67 conv would normally start around $30,000...we have not done any LS swaps on vintage cars here, I would imagine that someone might sell a kit to do this, and I know that several companies specialize in 67's with LS7 swaps.
buyavettedotnet 6 months ago
@buyavettedotnet Thank You! Do those companies sell them already built and ready to go? what are the names of the companies? I want to purchase one! thanks again!
Harutmakina 6 months ago
@Harutmakina Mongoose is the main manufacturer that I know of...it looks like they mostly do cars with wide body kits though. Vestris Vettes is another one, and they usually do more stock-appearing cars with LS swaps, but I'm not 100% sure that they're still in business. You should be able to find both with a google search.
buyavettedotnet 6 months ago
the 1967 corvette best corvette in my opinion and best car in the world love paint job carborator amazed me and im saving up for this car with a white hood cape instead of red
PeterPansilva 7 months ago
@PeterPansilva Yeah, a lot of people would agree with the 67 being the best, including myself. Black cars with White stinger stripes are hard to find though, might be easier to make one yourself!
buyavettedotnet 7 months ago
it is too old
schassse 8 months ago
@schassse WHAT?! There is no such thing as "too old" with these cars! D:<
firebat42 7 months ago
in 44 years they've onle managed to bump the 427's power up by 70 hp wow
TheSpeakers20 8 months ago
@TheSpeakers20 Yeah, if it weren't for the EPA and stupid emissions requirements, they'd be putting out 1,000hp by now.
buyavettedotnet 8 months ago
@buyavettedotnet .. If old & new 427" are dyno'd on engine stand with open headers, the old tri-power one is 435HP (~275netHP), new EFI one is 540HP (505netHP)... old 'L88' '430HP' 427" is 560HP (~375netHP)...
BuzzLOLOL 7 months ago
@BuzzLOLOL What formula are you using to come up with a 37% loss from just front accessories, most of which were not available on a 435hp car?
buyavettedotnet 7 months ago
Come on man! If it's not red, it's not a Corvette!
IwAnTcHaNgE3452 9 months ago
@IwAnTcHaNgE3452 I've come up with a new one: "If it's not Red (or Black in many cases), it's the original color". Seems like half the cars that used to be green, blue, or silver are now red or black. Getting a little tired of seeing red and black cars all the time.
buyavettedotnet 9 months ago
I hope God has this in a garage some where in heaven because, i'll never be able to afford one in this lifetime
lurch6stringsdown 9 months ago
@lurch6stringsdown +1 for me :)
MarcS4R 7 months ago
Once I grow a better mustache I'm gonna go buy me one of these :)
BronBron6Flash3 9 months ago 2
The headlights work on vacuum. The one on the right is what they call "a little lazy", most likely caused by a small vacuum leak in the headlight motor. Could be a leak in the hose going to the motor. Should be an easy fix.
surrynet 9 months ago
@surrynet Actually, the midyear headlights are electric -- they didn't go to vacuum until 1968. Nonetheless, there are a few fixes out there that would remedy this situation.
That being said though, I kinda wish they didn't go to vacuum -- the electric ones were a lot more reliable.
buyavettedotnet 9 months ago
@buyavettedotnet you are right, I agree the electric headlights are far better and more reliable. Thanks for pointing this out.
surrynet 9 months ago
@surrynet That's what I'm here for :)
buyavettedotnet 9 months ago
wooooo this car is hottttt!
yakmarc509 9 months ago
love it!!!
ramon74fuck 9 months ago
i call this better than a pussy, if i had this car, i had no worries about anything anymore, like: get lost man, i got an 67" corvette
mikak3607 10 months ago
I just had an orgasm
herbiesnerd 10 months ago
@herbiesnerd It's called a cargasm.
buyavettedotnet 10 months ago 2
@buyavettedotnet I'd call it a "crisis"
BMan100 9 months ago
I call this the pussy go getter
jason4485 10 months ago
Why on earth would you ever listen to the radio in this car?
BlazeGarrison 10 months ago 15
my dad had a 67 tri power marlboro maroon, just like this one i hope i will hitt the lotterey and b e able to buy the car he sold because i cam along in 71 damn i cant do anything right! pray 4 me!
stratcat70 11 months ago
best. sound. ever.
lennyistheman 11 months ago
but where do you put your gloves?
FRdemo9 11 months ago
That is my uncles car SERIOUSLY! not joking
surfingdp 1 year ago
@surfingdp Really...does your uncle still have it?
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
@buyavettedotnet yeah!
surfingdp 1 year ago
@surfingdp ....and why are you sitting here typing and not trying to sneak this car out of his garage without noticing? :)
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago 4
@buyavettedotnet Lol
surfingdp 11 months ago
Man, why would ANYONE living in the U.S ever buy anything but a Corvette. A fine piece of American muscle like that would cost an absolute fortune here in Australia. Awesome, gorgeous car!
pete9047 1 year ago
@pete9047 Pete, it's a beauty, but me and my big head won't fit!
noclouds111 11 months ago
This is a great sounding 427. Best that I have heard. The thing about old Corvettes... they should be a little musty smelling and the exhaust should sound a bit like a truck's.
bg147 1 year ago
half shaft busting bitch she is
skorpionhbg 1 year ago
That sound, dear ladies and gentleman, put's a smile on my face!
EKi9 1 year ago
The problem with a Viper, and I have a friend that has one, is the sound. There is nothing sweeter then the sound of a V8. Sometimes when my buddy fires up his Viper it sounds like a VW. I like the style of the early Vipers but that engine sound, in my humble opinion, just ruins the car. Just like some of those foreign exotics. They sound like crap when they go by under throttle. The V8 sounds like a machine and there is nothing sweeter then the Chevy or Ford for that matter V8. Just my opunion
FrankStrongWolf 1 year ago
notbestfriends; you buy the viper and park beside this 67 vette and see who pays more attention to your viper compared to this vette
67095js 1 year ago
i heard chevrolette released a statement saying that these cars actually had 500+ hp. That's incredible!
pnobeach 1 year ago
@pnobeach Bullshit chevy never said such a thing .
camirocz 1 year ago
@camirocz They didn't...but I think several people that tested these cars did. Now, if they only could have figured a way to get all that power to the ground...
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
Sweet car but for less than half the price I'd go with a Viper.
notbestfriends 1 year ago
This is just bad ass!
cherrynutz 1 year ago
Back in 1971 I was purchasing a maroon 67, 427 ci 390 hp with factory air 4 speed. I had the cash , met the guy and he changed his mind and wouldn't sell it . Life is a bitch.
caganb 1 year ago
@caganb That sucks! Sometimes that's just the way things work out though.
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
black widow
stakinz1 1 year ago
That retarded stereo ruins that beautiful car! For shame!
chuckeieio 1 year ago 2
@chuckeieio Right...we got the consignee to remove it :)
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
@chuckeieio are you deaf or can you not understand english in when he saidthe Stereois 100% removable,,,, this car is awsome
IRONSEAN7 1 year ago
@Scharfschutzen1 I'll bet! Love those 67s.
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
$249,900? Geez, looks like PT Barnum was right- there's a sucker born every minute. That's a sweet car, but not at that price.
raremountainbear 1 year ago
@raremountainbear Yep, definitely a pre-recession price, and a high one at that. Wonder if the consignee still has it or what he ended up getting for it.
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
is this a l71 or l88 engine which engine was faster and what engine is this
Whooop1 1 year ago
@Whooop1 This is an L71...they only made 20 L88 cars in 1967, so chances of us ever getting one are highly unlikely.
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
@Whooop1
the l71 was an insane engine.
the l88 made the l71 look like a little kid
taterfamine 1 year ago
@taterfamine Yep. Too bad they didn't make more of them.
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
SWEET CAR, GREAT VIDEO.
olverafam 1 year ago
@olverafam Thanks!
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
soooo sikkkk
AdrenalineJnkyRB 1 year ago
really could you give me you e-mail so we can talk about it
0555001110 1 year ago
wooooow it is my dreams car
is it for sale i will pay any thing for it
0555001110 1 year ago
@0555001110 It could've been yours for just $249,900...
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
Nice to see these cars.
skipfrancis 1 year ago
awsome vette wish i was rich so i,could by it! wew!!!she,s fine!!
stratcat70 1 year ago
Hate to burst your bubble (and I am sure the car is gone by now) but the steering wheel is not a teak wood wheel. It is a plastic made to look like wood steering wheel. The teak wheel wood is wider in diameter (in cross section) and is a lighter (more yellow in appearance)in color than what is shown here. I should know, I have a plastic wheel 66 vette.
fbenenati 1 year ago
@fbenenati That's a good possibility -- this was one of the first midyears I got to know, I had only been working here a couple weeks when it came in. Needless to say I know these cars a lot better at this point as I've probably driven well over 100 of them now.
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
Sex on wheels
Corveette 1 year ago
ummm... i think i might need a towel
BobTheNailer92 1 year ago
theres no way you can keep the car that prestine and still drive it. i read a book about restoring cars, and the author knew a guy who had his corvette judged by the corvette association of america (im not sure what it's called), and got a 99.7% (.3 points were reduced because some of the channels on the AM/FM radio were fuzzy). he drove it for 60 miles, and the judges said it would be lucky to score a 90 because the road debris (pebbles, dust etc.) had scratched and damaged the undercarriage.
snipinggod29 1 year ago
this car is so nice that its scary
comentationmachine 1 year ago
God, I cant get over this car. Maybe one day.....
mrfitness123 1 year ago
absoloutely amazing!!! there are a few cars that scream American power,,,, the 2nd gen Big block Vette is definately one of em.... ooh and a 4 spd :)
IRONSEAN7 1 year ago
Good god I could listen to that beautiful car all day.
Marshall8530 1 year ago
how much does a car like this run for?
BornBomber 1 year ago
@BornBomber We were asking $249,900 at the time -- keep in mind that this was before the recession, and the car was consigned.
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
@buyavettedotnet 250,000?!?!?!?!?
why the hell would you pay that much
when you could buy one for 60,000 or so then fix it up completely ending up spending only around 80 or 90
redghost105 1 year ago
@redghost105 If you don't mind getting your hands dirty and are willing to buy a car that isn't already 100%, then that's the way to do it. Keep in mind this was just before the recession, although it's not uncommon for these cars to still sell for well over six figures. All depends on condition, documentation, and options. This car had the most powerful mass-produced engine, was painted one of the most desirable and rarest colors, was well-documented, and was in damn near perfect condition.
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
@buyavettedotnet im not saying i would buy it...
i mean if i really had an extra 250
and i already bought everyother car i wanted like a few lamborghinis and a few ferraris
and a audi r8 plus a hennesey viper and a Hennesey venom gt and a 1969 camaro
after all of those cars id buy the vette
im more of a machanic guy so id much rather buy a junkie car and fix it up to perfect shape
redghost105 1 year ago
@redghost105 Okay, we're on the same page then. Now that you mention it, I can think of at least 7 or 8 REALLY NICE cars I could buy that total less than $250K.
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
@buyavettedotnet im not saying all the cars i want will cost less than 250 grand all together...i was just giving a example
redghost105 1 year ago
@buyavettedotnet well
if i ever win the lottery
hoping it will be atleast a billion $
then ill buy this vetter from you...if you havnt sold it yet
redghost105 1 year ago
@redghost105 Deal! Bring a transporter with you, you might find a few that you like :)
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
@BornBomber Expect to pay at least six figures for a correct Black/Red Stinger 435hp trailer queen like this one. We had this one listed for much more, but that was before the recession, and the car was also consigned.
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
Owesome to feel all that power in that package
santgabe 1 year ago
Man where do you get your fuel? I can't find any for mine. For a while I ran Aviation gas, but they won't let you fill up at the airport, I had to fill a 50 gallon drum and take it home to fill up. I need to get mine back on the road.
NightSailor 1 year ago
@NightSailor Contact VP Racing Fuels (google it), supposedly they can deliver a 50 gallon drum to your home.
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
@buyavettedotnet
at 7mpg 50 gallons only gets you 350 miles.
NightSailor 1 year ago
saw one for 79 k god cars are great aren't they ;D
JimBoopLoop 1 year ago
@JimBoopLoop You really can't beat 'em, the experience of driving one of these cars really can't be compared to anything. Comfort and convenience go out the window, but who cares, they're not daily drivers anyway, and the rest of the car more than makes up for it.
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
@buyavettedotnet man i love old chevys camaros and corvettes
JimBoopLoop 1 year ago
Sweet car, but passing others on the right in that beauty is a bit silly IMHO.
hippydippy 1 year ago
Man i love this clip, especially at 7:12 when they hear him coming and then get the hell out of the way.
HeChrisD 1 year ago
Bet the MPG are awful but who cares about that when you have power like that. most I see are under 400HP. overall GREAT CAR!
watso64 1 year ago
the beauty of these cars is the shape the interior and the simple engine with no electronic helps. but I would like to know if you can have these cars with a 5 speed manual. is there an aftermarkt gbox that can fit ? I mean the sound is great but it can be annoying if you go touring or travel with a 4 speed
curancho 1 year ago
Tremec makes a conversion kit for the TKO500 5 speed -- we put one in a '63 convertible about a year ago.
buyavettedotnet 1 year ago
ОТТЕНОК БЛЕСК
konstantin523 1 year ago
god.. the vid two years old but I STILL love it..
BMan100 2 years ago
god.. the vid two years old but I STILL love it..
BMan100 2 years ago
The headlight issue answer is KILLING me!! There are no "electric motors", the headlights operate by engine vacuum, a heavily "cammed" big block produces very low vacuum at idle. Hence they all did it. The windshield wiper door on the 68-72 operates the same way, and was an issue on the LT-1 and big block cars as it operates slowly when perfect, and really hesitates or stays stationary on ones that lacked service.
hu112bu 2 years ago
Actually, the 1963-67 models had electric headlights. They didn't go to vacuum until 1968. Don't know why they did though, the electric headlights seem to have a lot less issues.
buyavettedotnet 2 years ago
hu112bu
You are totally wrong. The headlight motors have electric motors on the C2 Corvette. From 68 and on they becamevacum operated.
I know because i have a C2 Corvette.
ItsNorway 2 years ago
has anyone noticed at the end of the video that when the head lights are going down , that the right headlight pauses as if there is a problem with it , and then it goes down slower than the left headlight, !! is this a video blip or is the light itself .
onekeypianoplayer 2 years ago
Definitely an issue with the headlights. Each of these electric headlights has its own motor, and there's just so many variables in them that they rarely work at the same speed, even when replaced in pairs with parts from the same source. Kinda the same principle as power windows on your average sedan if you roll 4 of them down at the same time. However, I want to say there was an article a few years back maybe in Corvette Fever where they showed how to get them to move at the same speed.
buyavettedotnet 2 years ago
this car is gorgeous but 4 speed is really old fashion. 5 speed is necessary for long cruising .
curancho 2 years ago
Yeah, if not a 6 speed. But if you're gonna do that, you might as well add power steering, power brakes, and air conditioning. But hey, a 4 speed is better than the standard 3 speed manual that came with these cars!
buyavettedotnet 2 years ago
stingray????they ddidnt make it that year....
reymysterio510 2 years ago
Stingray is a name that gets thrown around and misused way too much, which is why I don't even use it personally. If you want to look at what the badges say, all 1963-67s and 1969-76s are Stingrays. Nonetheless, some people think Stingray is a body style, and therefore call all 1968-82s Stingrays regardless of whether or not they have the badges.
buyavettedotnet 2 years ago
@buyavettedotnet Not to forget that from 63-67 Sting Ray was 2 words. When it returned in 1969 and until 1976 it was One Word Stingray. Which in a way was a nice way to further separate C2 from C3. Did Chevy ever say why they dropped the "Stingray" name after 76? I should know that, but I don't. Love the videos.
russelljdj 2 years ago
This is true as well, forgot to mention the two different spellings used. Not sure why they decided to drop the name altogether in 1977; only thing I can figure is they "shaved" it to make the exterior appear cleaner. Remember that 1977 was also the first year for black window trim instead of polished, and many interior cosmetic changes were made as well this year (steering wheel, door panels, gauges, center console, steering column, etc). Guess it was just part of the Vette's "new image".
buyavettedotnet 2 years ago
Only thing I take issue with, is that the steering wheel does not "appear" to be Teakwood. It "appears" to be the plastic simulated wood steering wheel, which is smaller in frame diameter than the teakwood steering wheel is. It is also darker in color that the lighter teakwood wheel. I speak of this because I have a 66coupe with the simulated wood (plastic) steering wheel, and it appears exactly like this one does. If I am incorrect, my apologies.
fbenenati 2 years ago
You are correct, this car has the standard plastic steering wheel. As a matter of fact, 1966 was the last year you could even get a teakwood steering wheel. Only about 10% of 1965-66s had the option from the facory -- it's a hard one to find for sure!
buyavettedotnet 2 years ago
Boy, you sound like you know your facts. Yes, they go for about $500 or more on EBay (the teakwood wheels). I really enjoy my 66. It has a functional A.I.R. on it, originally from CA. It is a Top Flight nassau blue 66. It has the L79 package.
fbenenati 2 years ago
Wish I could say those facts came off the top of my head, but they're from my trusty Black Book :) Sounds like you've got a really rare '66 -- 350hp, teakwood, and an intact A.I.R. system? NICE! Coupe or convertible? Let us know if you ever want to unload it, that's definitely a car that we would be interested in.
buyavettedotnet 2 years ago
Sorry I unintentionally misled you. My steering wheel is plastic. It is not the teakwood. My car is a coupe. Frame off restoration, Bright Blue interior. Telescopic steering. Good documentation too. I hope to hang on to it for a long, long time, but thanks for the offer. I enjoy driving it a little bit every week. Have had it for nine years.
fbenenati 2 years ago
Still sounds like a very nice car -- I definitely prefer the coupes as well, and I think the telescopic steering probably makes up for the fact that it doesn't have a teakwood wheel as that's just as rare and option and has a function as well. Should be an enjoyable car for you for many more years!
buyavettedotnet 2 years ago
I sent a pic of my car to your sales e-mail site from "Drfredfly". Hope you enjoy it.
fbenenati 2 years ago
Sweet, I'll have have the sales department forward it to me -- thanks!
buyavettedotnet 2 years ago
I just creamed myself....
jaymanleonard 2 years ago
good corvette man
tonyboss773 2 years ago
Nice Vette. My dad had a 67 when they first came out. His was a Marina Blue with a black stinger hood. His was a 427 that only produced 390 horsepower not the tri-powered 3x2 435 horse. Anyway you have a nice Corvette
Mr70SSchevelle454 2 years ago
Yep, the 390hp cars were much more common. Definitely easier to find with options as well. Thanks for the compliment!
buyavettedotnet 2 years ago
Yeah. Right now we have a 1975 Stingray. Red with red interior. Only 165hp though. Thinking of putting a Edlebrock 350 with 363hp.
Mr70SSchevelle454 2 years ago
@Mr70SSchevelle454 only 165 HP? man that has to suck. Is the motor your considering a create motor?
watso64 1 year ago
nothing like the sound of a big block.
jhnb12876 2 years ago
nothing in the world, and all of the cars are just silent and smooth, which is ok i guess but...the sound of a big block is slowly fading away until theres gonna be like a few of these left and no one will drive them at all...its a shame though..
PpgUserT 2 years ago
@PpgUserT true...but my 1994 Mustang GT thats modded with bright Rio Red paint (including the wiper cowl and mirros) sounds really good with it's equal lenght headers, offroad hpipe and flowmasters with a 3.73 geared 5 speed and a few engine mods. the color and the sound definately catch people's attention...even tho it is just a 302...it has mild mods that didn't cost much and still retains the stock quiet cam but probably has 310-320 flywheel hp...which isn't bad for the $ I spent...
midnight347 1 year ago
@PpgUserT as a matter of fact, I honestly do see your point about all the STOCK vehicles not sounding the way this gorgous big block vette does and being very quiet but that's what the aftermarket is for...you get the right exhaust and you can catch people's attention. and a lot of cars today and making as much hp as this car and more, even n/a...some with a lot less cubic inches. like the 2011 Mustang GT 5.0 has a 6 speed transmission and 412 hp and 390 ft/lbs of torque factory...26mpg hwy
midnight347 1 year ago
My favorite car of all time, the dodge challanger comes close though.
Jeet27 2 years ago
250K!!!!!! Yikes! Absolutely amazing car though. Would LOVE to have one (even though I'm only 20)
stevew2989 2 years ago