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68-72, Welcoming arguments for and against Targa Vs Convertible (maybe Coupe)

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anychevy:

--- Quote from: bushy76 on November 14, 2012, 01:49:03 PM ---While there are some beautiful Automatic cars out there, i personally need a Manual so that is the only requirement.
I have always fantasised about owning a convertible, but the great thing about Corvettes is this Targa Option, although im not utterly convinced.

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If this is your dream car ? Then buy a convertible.
There are a few nice small block examples for sale here, around the 40K + ballpark
Ask lots of questions, post links to cars your looking at and see the link above
Do your research and make sure you get it inspected by an expert before you commit.
Targas are nice and more rigid, but convertibles are great cruisers.
Good luck with the search

coradict72:
Gday,first i'd stick with a left hand drive
texas,arizona new mexico if you import
be prepared to constantly keep it running
they look great chrome bumpers I say stay
with a full bodied body lowered they have
the stance.roadsters with hardtops are a pain
to me that would be first option then tilt, steer
power brakes if you need more options go
with the 72, alarm, air.
There are many owners of theses models
come along to a club meeting theres a library
you can read up on all the models
remember these are 40yr+ old cars and you will need
more than an understanding wife...good luck

anychevy:

--- Quote from: coradict72 on November 14, 2012, 11:21:50 PM ---Gday,first i'd stick with a left hand drive
texas,arizona new mexico, remember these are 40yr+ old cars and you will need
more than an understanding wife...good luck

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Anywhere it doesn't snow is probably ok.
But, just becasue it's for sale in California, doesn't mean it's spent it's whole life there.
I also agree with buying LHD, as conversions can vary a great deal in quality.
And a LHD corvette is not a challenge to drive, even in Sydney traffic.

StephenSLR:

--- Quote from: anychevy on November 15, 2012, 08:30:11 AM ---But, just becasue it's for sale in California, doesn't mean it's spent it's whole life there.
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True and it could've been parked outside all winter.

There are also enthusiasts in the rust belt that have climate controlled garages and never drive their good cars in winter so judging by location isn't always foolproof.


--- Quote from: anychevy on November 15, 2012, 08:30:11 AM ---And a LHD corvette is not a challenge to drive, even in Sydney traffic.
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I got used to it rather quickly and wouldn't have it any other way but each to their own.

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Scott:
Also keep in mind that an auto can be converted to manual.  A complete kit to swap the auto for a 5 speed is around $5000 plus labour, but could be done for less. It depends on your level of mechanical ability. Many people seem to thing the best mod they did to their car is swapping from 4 speed to 5 speed.  The overdrive makes the car much more driveable on longer trips.

Just another option, since the majority of cars will be auto.

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