I'm a new member and new to being Corvette owner.  When I came across what I hope turns out to be a steal of a deal. She's (at least I think its a she for its to sexy not to be) a 79 L48 all original showing 4000 miles on the odometer, so think it must be 104,000.  The drive train is pretty solid. However, it has a lot of little nagging issues.  Therefore, I joined C3 to scorer the pages for expert advice.  And I will need a lot, so y'all (yes y'all, I'm southern) be easy on me.  I've only driven the car about 20 miles and put together this list of things that need attention.

PS; I'll post a picture as soon as figure out how

First, congratulations on finding aVette and becoming a Vette owner.
I would first get all the safety issues taken care of. Then decide whats important to you. Like, who needs a clock, that can wait. But if you don't have air you might want to get the window open. Take the door panels off, they got screws hidden in the carpet and under the arm rest. Lube stuff up and clean electrical connections before you go out buying switches and parts.
As far as some of the other stuff on your list, I'll just stop here cause I would fit into the little saying at the bottom of your page.
I have a friend from Alabama and boy do we love to pick on him.
Enjoy the Vette

Thanks Jeff, good advice.  I'm plan on taking it slow and addressing the bid things first.  Yes it do get hot inside.  I may just give up my first love for this hobby, this can't be as expensive as bass fishing,

Jeff's right about the safety stuff first. Is the pulling left all the time or when you apply the brakes? Could be alignment or the brakes. DaveM2010-04-14 10:44:11

Some lights may be a simple fuse problem.  Headlights may be a vaccuume problem.  Check A/C for low freon.  Sounds like you have gasket problems!!  Congrats on your first vet.  This is my first one also.  I love to work on "Her".  Yes it is a "her" cause she never lisetnes to me!!!!  Got questions?  Just ask away, that is why we are here!!  To help each other!!

Welcome aboard.  Like you this is my first Vette. I joined a few months back and everyone here has been a great help.  I’m learning a lot and will share anything I can with you.  Take JeffM advice - safety items first, shake down the front end, check those brake calipers, tires and rear suspension.

Good luck and enjoy!

Thanks guys,  bassgoggles2010-04-14 12:49:08

From your picture I'd say you got a pretty good deal. I don't know about it being cheaper than the Bass hobby. I had a tournament boat and fished the circuit years ago. Tackle and constant changing electronics....whew.

But with this fiberglass toy removing and replacing is at times a challenge, If you can do a lot of the work youself you'll be a little better. This is for sure the place you want to be for help, there ain't all dat much dat ain't ben doned by dess folks. It don't work like dat do it?