Split Window Coupe

[eryck]

Greetings to all.  I am a brand noobie.  Don't even have a car yet!  But looking for a 63 split window in silver.  I registered because I came across this car:  

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/1963-Chevrolet-Corvette-STINGRAY-Sebring-Silver-4sp-M_W0QQitemZ270288725305QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_Cars?hash=item270288725305&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2%7C65%3A1%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

Plus, I grew up in Sydney and therefore feel more comfortable buying a car from Australia.  Just seems like I know the place and it's much closer to where I am.  I live in Hong Kong now.

Anyway, I did check with the US forums and am not keen on this car now that the engine is not a 63 but a 68.  

Was also going to ask you guys about converting from LHD to RHD because I cannot register cars in HK if they are LHD no matter how old.  I've decided however that I won't and will just drive it on a trade plate, that is if I find the car.

Anyway, what do you guys think of this car anyway?  And if you guys know of a silver 63 swc that no body here wants to buy, let me know!  

By the way, I am a member on many forums and have never seen any that's as animated as this in terms of the icons....would not have expected any less from a forum in Australia!  

[demonx]

Welcome to the forum.

From the pics it seems great, however I myself have bought cars site unseen simply from photos and have been ripped off badly.

It's always a huge risk.

[nifty]

buyer beware... also ORIGINALITY is everything on a classic like a c2.... HANG OUT FOR A MATCHING NUMBER CAR....
welcome.

[MADLT1]

wellcome erck;32you can drive a car left hand drive fully regesterd in nsw if it is 30 years old,so if you want a matching numgers 63 you should leave it left hand drive as to maintain its originality,you will be paying top dollar for one as they are a rare breed indeed,good luck with your search and keep in touch;35

[WARFARIN]

Eryck, The cars from this seller seem expensive? Have you checked alternative sites? If you want something from Austtralia check out the usual suspects like drive.com.au or carsales.com.au
Cheers
David

[bootlegger]

I have a friend who has a Red 63 RHD coupe. I had done a deal on this car for $72000 but I pulled out for two reasons.

1 The car was a little bit down to what I remembered it. Not much just needs a good detail (older resto). The carpet was faded that purple colour that black can go. It was a bit untidy under the bonnet and chassis ( I dont think the body has ever been off the chassis). I think one of the rear windows was scratched. Also after talking to a few people I didnt want a RHD car.

2 I had found my 66 Big Block  for less money. Even though its not perfect I could see more potential in it.

As far as I know the 63 is a matching number 340hp car with Knock offs.

To the best of my knowledge he still has the car. I dont have his number but I could probably track him down if you are keen. Dave 0413766501