Originally Posted by TAlvarez

I'm no expert on these cars, but concerning the sellers list of RPO's that the car came with, it's my understanding that no 1963 cars were delivered with the knock off wheels. That along with other incorrect items that others here have pointed out, reinforces the sentiments about not taking a sellers word for much of anything. As everyone here has said, have it inspected by a professional.

Ted

Originally Posted by vettebuyer6369

If you love the car and the price is right and want to remove PS and the AC, I wouldnt move on to another car over it.

Id be more concerned with the seller acting like that 340 horse is original while having a lower hp tach in place as well as claiming back up lamps and leather seats which didnt happen with black. Look very carefully at the trim tag, engine stamp and VIN plate. Are there pictures of these 3 items available?

Its possible the backup lamps were lost during restoration, but some restorations, particularly in 1986, could have done some damage to the car in actuality.

Originally Posted by BADBIRDCAGE

Just thinking that if the intent is to go back to stock don’t start with an altered car. Additionally the low horse tach tells you the description of the car isn’t accurate.

If it were me and I really wanted a 63 coupe again I wouldn’t pass, presuming the car runs and drives well and the birdcage is solid. I don’t care to ever have another midyear so just offering advice as an observer.

Originally Posted by Rob_64-365

Another concern is the classic car market seems to be in decline, like we recently had a market peak, similar to housing. I see a lot of people asking top dollar, but not selling & you may do well to wait until the classic car market stops dropping, then jump in & buy as nice an example as you can. You might get a much nicer car 6 months or a year from now for the same money.

Originally Posted by Veltis

in your opinion what are you seeing the average 350hp split window is going for in Sebring Silver. I’ve seen from 165k-225k with NCRS docs. ?

Form what I’ve seen these cars are only going up, but I may be Tunnel visioned.

thanks for the info and help!

Originally Posted by begee22

Too many variables on value (condition, options, correct factory numbers, F/I, etc. I have a high #2 condition Silver 300hp/4spd, P/S. P/B new paint, chrome, interior, drive-train, that I value at 175K. begee22

Originally Posted by silver837

I have to question the sellers misrepresentation of the car.
The description does not match the car.
That leaves me with MY conclusion that either he is not very knowledgeable about the car (and 63's in general ) .
Or he is looking for someone to buy it on emotion and not knowledge.

Originally Posted by vettebuyer6369

If you love the car and the price is right and want to remove PS and the AC, I wouldnt move on to another car over it.

Id be more concerned with the seller acting like that 340 horse is original while having a lower hp tach in place as well as claiming back up lamps and leather seats which didnt happen with black. Look very carefully at the trim tag, engine stamp and VIN plate. Are there pictures of these 3 items available?

Its possible the backup lamps were lost during restoration, but some restorations, particularly in 1986, could have done some damage to the car in actuality.

Originally Posted by silver837

That's why we are advising a competent inspector or that you move on to another car.
Additional context. SHP cars (340 /360 HP engines ) have a idler pulley in the same location as a power steering pump.
Also they have the larger oil pan . That pan prevents the installation of the power steering ram or the steering stabilizer.

Originally Posted by Rob_64-365

Another concern is the classic car market seems to be in decline, like we recently had a market peak, similar to housing. I see a lot of people asking top dollar, but not selling & you may do well to wait until the classic car market stops dropping, then jump in & buy as nice an example as you can. You might get a much nicer car 6 months or a year from now for the same money.