Advice needed on purchase of 1978-1980 C3

[Savvy Senior]

I've had a C5 and now have a C6 and been a Forum member for7 years. I have a Norwegian Cousin coming to my home in Gulf Breeze, Florida (panhandle) next week for a weeks visit and he wants to buy a C3 1978-80 while here. Apparently, Norway allows an import duty-free if 30 years or older. Finding a good car and purchasing it in one week is tough since it also must be fairly near here to allow inspection. Any suggestions about how to search for such a C3 through the Forum or otherwise would be appreciated. Also, the pros and cons of each of those years to be aware of. Thanks, Savvy Senior

[Mike McCoy]

C-3's are nearly bullet proof if they haven't been messed with. Punch in 1980 (etc) Corvettes for sale on Google. It will list dozens of sites to look at. Several will have dealer and private listings in your area for inspection. My guess is $8000 up for an unrestored car. Buy the best you can afford, never the cheapest. Since good ones appreciate all the time, no matter what you pay now (within reason) you will not lose money on a nice one over time. 100,000 miles is easy with the low stressed smog motors of the 80's. I love the look of the '78 Pace Cars. But expect to pay $15,000 UP for a decent example.

[Fay vette]

http://www.usedcorvettesforsale.com/

This site allows you to sort by state. Seem to be alot a vette's for sale in Florida but I guess its a big state.

[ROBMERRILL]

Originally Posted by Savvy Senior

Apparently, Norway allows an import duty-free if 30 years or older.

If my calculations are correct then inorder to import duty-free you should be looking for 1978 and older (1968-1978). Not 1979-1980.

Rob

[Steven_Belgium]

you could also check this on....
http://ww2.collectorcartrader.com/

good luck !

[corvetteronw]

Seems to be a lot of them in Florida on this site (usually): www.corvettetrader.com
Here is an interesting 74 in Orlando:http://www.corvettetrader.com/ads/19...lorida4932.htm

[80Vette80]

I have a 1980 Vette Black/Red that I am looking to sale. I am located in Mobile, AL not too far from you. Call me if your intrested...251-654-2052 I am looking for 8000.00 or will trade for a 77 vette.....

[mpollard]

sent you a pm