vettejack
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With the convincing of my SO, it seems prudent we put our time and effort into restoring the Silver Coupe, being the other 1982 Vette we own. With deep regret and a bit of sadness, I (we) now offer up our 1982 Collectors Edition for sale. $14,750. Approaching 48,000 original miles.
In the time we've owned it, I began the repair and replacement process. Figuring this was THE car, my first priority was getting the mechanics taken care of or repaired or replaced as needed. I also went into preventive maintenance along the way. What follows is a list of what care has gone into the car to this point.
Removed and replaced all shocks: $239.00
Removed and replaced alternator: $95.00
Removed and/or replaced: thermostat, gasket, spark plug wires, TPS sensor, O2 sensor, automatic shifter, steering cylinder, reseal of headlight actuators, adjusted detent cable, removed and replaced steering column, repair drivers' power seat control switch: $990.00
Complete flush and refill of brake system: $109.00
Removed and/or replaced: both mufflers, steering wheel, electric mirror switch, rear hatch cable system, adjustment ot drivers' side mirror, repairs of left hand door lock and outside handle: $1074.00
Two new center wheel caps: $250.00
So, for a little over $2500.00 invested in making this car trustworthy and mechanically sound as much as I can, I think the asking price is extremely fair and within range of Vette-n-Vestment guides and normal internet research of the 82 CE. Of course, you're the final word on that.
As you can tell, I was on my way into making this car mechanically sound. I even switched the motor oil to Durablend...making the synthetic and real oil blend a benefit to a car of this age.
The interior is about a 75% interior. Its not show case my any means, but you will not embarass you to drive it by any means. Same goes for the exterior paint. It will need paint eventually. I was, and still, proud to drive this vehicle anywhere, and yes, even shows. I get compliments on the car all the time...even in its restorative look. I bought this car for the quantity of its low mileage..condition and quality of its interior and exterior was secondary to me at that time...still is. For me, its mechanics first...without that the rest does not matter.
You are wlecomed to visit this vehicle any time in Titusville, Florida. My home phone is 321-267-6975 in the evenings. During the day, at work, 321-861-0679. Leave a message as I may be on one of the Orbiters.
In the time we've owned it, I began the repair and replacement process. Figuring this was THE car, my first priority was getting the mechanics taken care of or repaired or replaced as needed. I also went into preventive maintenance along the way. What follows is a list of what care has gone into the car to this point.
Removed and replaced all shocks: $239.00
Removed and replaced alternator: $95.00
Removed and/or replaced: thermostat, gasket, spark plug wires, TPS sensor, O2 sensor, automatic shifter, steering cylinder, reseal of headlight actuators, adjusted detent cable, removed and replaced steering column, repair drivers' power seat control switch: $990.00
Complete flush and refill of brake system: $109.00
Removed and/or replaced: both mufflers, steering wheel, electric mirror switch, rear hatch cable system, adjustment ot drivers' side mirror, repairs of left hand door lock and outside handle: $1074.00
Two new center wheel caps: $250.00
So, for a little over $2500.00 invested in making this car trustworthy and mechanically sound as much as I can, I think the asking price is extremely fair and within range of Vette-n-Vestment guides and normal internet research of the 82 CE. Of course, you're the final word on that.
As you can tell, I was on my way into making this car mechanically sound. I even switched the motor oil to Durablend...making the synthetic and real oil blend a benefit to a car of this age.
The interior is about a 75% interior. Its not show case my any means, but you will not embarass you to drive it by any means. Same goes for the exterior paint. It will need paint eventually. I was, and still, proud to drive this vehicle anywhere, and yes, even shows. I get compliments on the car all the time...even in its restorative look. I bought this car for the quantity of its low mileage..condition and quality of its interior and exterior was secondary to me at that time...still is. For me, its mechanics first...without that the rest does not matter.
You are wlecomed to visit this vehicle any time in Titusville, Florida. My home phone is 321-267-6975 in the evenings. During the day, at work, 321-861-0679. Leave a message as I may be on one of the Orbiters.
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