Hi Rick, I have a 77 and I like it, it has that little extra sticking out the front which some of us blokes like, the 73 looks nice with rear chrome, if your girl looks as pretty as this blue vette, then why not spend the $20,000 and have the vette and keep the bride, I think it is worth while contacting the owner and have a chat. it is not dear if it is as good in person as the photos. Alan