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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (1/19)
5/13/10 9:37pm

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Eagleville, PA - USA

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Used to own a 1979 Corvette now owned by JB79

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For Sale:

1979 Corvette Red T-Top

112k miles on the overall car

20k miles on the engine

Has both solid and glass tops

New Tires & Exhaust

Drives and handles well.

Runs fine.

Full disclosure:

Needs paint, carpet and door panels.

Has some oil leaks.

A/C is not currently working (probably needs refrigerant)

Water gets in the tops if it is out in the rain, driving or sitting uncovered. (I have done my best to not drive/leave it in the rain, and if it gets wet inside, I dry it out as fast as possible) There is no water damage.

Asking $5000.

I would prefer this car not be bought for parts and I would love to be able to continue to know its whereabouts throughout the rest of it's life, if that is something that can be arranged by the buyer.

Click here for pictures taken on 5/13/2010

Below is a full description and background:

I am the 2nd owner of a 1979 Corvette Red T-Top.

My father was the first owner.

I took ownership of it 9 years ago when it had about 92,000 miles on it. For quite a long time, it was my father's daily driver.

Since I took ownership, I have put a lot of time, money & energy into it.

It is a tough decision to sell it, as I have loved this car since I was 8 years old.

Things change, and I just do not have any more time, money & energy to give it right now.

Some day, I will look to buy another Vette. But right now I don't have room for this hobby.

Almost immediately upon taking ownership, I replaced the motor with a GM Crate 350cc, 250hp.

Trans was rebuilt at the same time.

Over the 9 years, here are some of the things I've done to it (not in any particular order):

Original Q-Jet carb has been rebuilt a number of times.

Seats were replaced.

Both sets of t-tops were re-weatherstripped professionally

New CD/AM/FM radio installed.

Brakes & calipers replaced

Alternator replaced

Shocks replaced

A/C compressor and hoses replaced

Radiator replaced

State inspected annually

In the past 6 months:

the tires have been replaced

the mufflers were replaced with new ones

the cat was replaced with a slightly used one

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Adam Wartell2010-05-14 06:01:38

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (2/19)
5/14/10 8:13am

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Duncanville, TX - USA

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#1-1974 L-48 4spd Cp Med Red Metallic/Black deluxe int w/AC/tilt/tele./p/w-p/b/ Am-Fm/map light National/Regional/Chapter NCRS "Top Flight" #2-1985 Bright Red/Carmine Cp.L-98/auto Member: NCRS, NCRS Texas, Corvette Legends of Texas

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This is a good resto/custom project for someone.

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (3/19)
5/14/10 9:05am

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HOWELL, NJ - USA

Vette(s):
1979, Targa Blue (72 Color), Pace Car rear spoiler, L88 hood, Dark blue factory interior, 525HP 406, HD 700R4, 370 gears,Steeroids, composite rear spring, TT IIs wrapped in T/A Radials.

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (4/19)
5/14/10 11:55am

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Manteca, CA - USA

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1978,two tone,Metalic Rootbeer & gold 1975 L48 4 speed

Joined: 11/20/2005
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Shoot ! I can't imagine finding a better deal for the money.

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (5/19)
5/14/10 12:08pm

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Holland Patent, NY - USA

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#1 *1980 White, Red interior 14,000 mile #2 *1980 Red, Oyster interior 93,000 miles Resto project car, rebuilt to 383 stroker

Joined: 6/3/2008
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It also has a Professionally installed rebuilt Distributor. How could you have forgotten that Big smile

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (6/19)
5/14/10 12:45pm

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Klamath Falls, OR - USA

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74 coupe 4 speed 350, 54K actual miles, all original; paint, interior, engine, split bumper. #'s match. 2nd owner, no stress cracks.

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Seems like a real good price. I would also advertise over at the Corvette Forum.
I wouldn't think you should have any problem selling. Hate to see you sell, but do what ever you have to do... Good Luck.

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74 coupe 4 speed 350, 54K actual miles,
all original; paint, interior, engine,
split bumper. #'s match. 2nd owner, no stress cracks.

SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (7/19)
5/14/10 8:06pm

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Eagleville, PA - USA

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Used to own a 1979 Corvette now owned by JB79

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C3VR founder is now C3-less.

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (8/19)
5/14/10 8:54pm

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Rockland, MA - USA

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76, L48, 4spd & 09, LS3, 6spd

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Congratulations! What's next a nice C4? Willis762010-05-14 17:56:49

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (9/19)
5/14/10 8:54pm

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Sykesville, MD - USA

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1979 Corvette Coupe Corvette Light Blue Midnight Blue interior Mirrored Glass T-tops

Joined: 4/27/2008
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So WHO bought it, and will they be a C3VR member?

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (10/19)
5/14/10 9:22pm

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Manteca, CA - USA

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1978,two tone,Metalic Rootbeer & gold 1975 L48 4 speed

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Yeah, we're very happy for you .

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Just can't wait to get on the road again.

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (11/19)
5/14/10 10:09pm

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North Charleston, SC - USA

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1975 L48 AT AC T-top

Joined: 3/20/2004
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Man, that was quick. If I get ready to sell mine, I'm calling you! Congratulations on the sale.

Scott

SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (12/19)
5/14/10 11:31pm

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HOWELL, NJ - USA

Vette(s):
1979, Targa Blue (72 Color), Pace Car rear spoiler, L88 hood, Dark blue factory interior, 525HP 406, HD 700R4, 370 gears,Steeroids, composite rear spring, TT IIs wrapped in T/A Radials.

Joined: 5/18/2004
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Congrats Adam!!

I think..... Ermm

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (13/19)
5/15/10 9:09pm

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Indianapolis, IN - USA

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Silver 1974 Convertible - L82 4 speed Low miles (was only 8,900 when I bought it in March 2006) - Now 54K miles. Original owner bought it as an investment for son's college expenses. 2008 Jetstream Blue Convertible

Joined: 9/3/2006
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Adam, I think your profile info needs updated...

Plus, I saw a suspiciously familiar looking red '79 along the header where member's cars appear. Is that really the car of a member?

Did the new owner get a free lifetime membership?

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (14/19)
5/15/10 10:27pm

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Duncanville, TX - USA

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#1-1974 L-48 4spd Cp Med Red Metallic/Black deluxe int w/AC/tilt/tele./p/w-p/b/ Am-Fm/map light National/Regional/Chapter NCRS "Top Flight" #2-1985 Bright Red/Carmine Cp.L-98/auto Member: NCRS, NCRS Texas, Corvette Legends of Texas

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Looks like the Boss is gonna have tuh turn in his secwet C3 decoder ring....

Congrats on finding a buyer so quickly....now...tell us who it is!

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (15/19)
5/16/10 6:57pm

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BINGHAMTON, NY - USA

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Congrats on the quick sale Adam,sorry ya had to sell it,thats why I listened to Momma and let her talk me out of selling mine,I don't think I could watch her being towed or driven away.That and I didn't want to have to change my name and profile LOL

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (16/19)
5/17/10 9:18am

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I am hooking up the new owner with a membership. He says he will be on to post pictures of the restoration project he intends to start immediately. Said he'll be painting it this week. I'll probably see it at Corvettes for a Cure and/or Corvettes for Chip. I'm sure THAT will REALLY make me sad!

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (17/19)
5/17/10 9:36am

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Ooh thats like rubbin salt in the wound Ouch

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,just kiddin Adam,I dont think I'd wanna see mine again if I sold her Cry

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (18/19)
5/17/10 10:17am

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Lodi, WI - USA

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1972 Targa Blue, T-Top, Saddle leather, 350 auto,numbers match, all original except '69 factory side exhaust. Previously owned: 1969 427, 390hp, 4sp, Riverside Gold coupe, factory side exhaust

Joined: 9/25/2007
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Hey Adam......

Sorry to hear that you had to sell the Vette, but glad the sale went quickly and that the new owner will be part of the group.

It must have been a hard decision because the 79 had been a part of your family for so many years. Priorities change and we all have been through it. You made the right decision.

My only hope is that you will continue to be our fearless leader.

Good luck and hope to see you in Effingham this fall.

Dean

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SOLD!: Red 1979 T-Top Corvette (19/19)
5/27/10 7:09pm

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Victor, NY - USA

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2004 Commemorative Edition Coupe, Auto w/HUD. 13K miles in 2015. Sold 1982 Red Coupe

Joined: 7/12/2004
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I can't imagine how difficult that must have been for you.

But with a little luck, the new owner will get her looking all pretty just in time for you to buy her back with all your poker winnings. LOL

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