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SheltieLover

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13. No doubt much more solidly built than what they're selling today.

Reply to littlemissmartypants (Original post)

Sat Apr 26, 2025, 08:43 AM

Apr 2025

At the least, I'd have a mechanic do a compression test on the engine.

If it's a manual & no grinding, you're good to go!

I've got several cars, but my 1990 Acura is a really special car & runs like a bear!

Enjoy!

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Corvette shopping... [View all] littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 OP

All depends on your budget True Dough Apr 2025 #1

Well... littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #4

There's a guy near me that drives around in a Mercedes convertible with his giant Golden's head leaning out the window. dem4decades Apr 2025 #6

I did see a 2016 BMW i3 Base... littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #9

I took a photo of the dog in the car but I can't find it. Too bad, it was fun to see, in fact it's always fun to see. dem4decades Apr 2025 #22

The Spyder is a cool car. ... littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #25

Not to put too fine a point on it bucolic_frolic Apr 2025 #7

Thanks, bf. ... littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #10

Not sure how many mechanics are around your area True Dough Apr 2025 #8

🌞 👍 littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #12

Have you checked the frame for signs of decay or rust? Auggie Apr 2025 #24

Forgot to say that there's a Chevy dealership 10 miles away. 🏁 littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #14

Try Haggerty.... OneBlueDotS-Carolina Apr 2025 #21

Interesting. ... littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #27

1992 Subaru SVX OneBlueDotS-Carolina Apr 2025 #36

Wow! Does it have a spoiler? It's a nice ride! ❤️ littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #37

No spoiler, aftermarket wheels... OneBlueDotS-Carolina Apr 2025 #39

That's great. ❤️ littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #40

It's an automatic, so a hard no for me. cloudbase Apr 2025 #2

Love them. Looks fine in the pics. I live on a gravel road so I won't ask for a ride. IA8IT Apr 2025 #3

Gravel roads are my worst nightmare. ... littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #5

You are only 90 miles from Carlisle Historic NY Apr 2025 #11

I'm in SE/Cape Fear NC. ... littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #18

Oh I saw the vette dealership in PA. Historic NY Apr 2025 #41

No doubt much more solidly built than what they're selling today. SheltieLover Apr 2025 #13

Great feedback. ... littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #15

Awwwww, I'll bet she is a sweetie! SheltieLover Apr 2025 #16

I love her sooooo much. ... littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #20

Do you have a mechanic who will do an inspection? SheltieLover Apr 2025 #33

Not that far. ❤️ littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #34

Find a corvette forum online & ask about auto trannies & any known problems SheltieLover Apr 2025 #35

👍 littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #38

In my early 20s my boss bought a corvette and in the Tadpole Raisin Apr 2025 #17

Great story, TR!! ... littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #19

Yup, at that moment Wile E Coyote had nothing on me. SPLAT! Tadpole Raisin Apr 2025 #23

It'll look good dweller Apr 2025 #26

You're on my wavelength, friend. 👍 littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #28

ooh Cool , a Van reference 😊 dweller Apr 2025 #29

👍 Cassette player included. 🎵 littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #31

I own a C8 Z06 and used to own a C7 Z06 DetroitLegalBeagle Apr 2025 #30

Excellent feedback, DLB! ... littlemissmartypants Apr 2025 #32

Does the insurance still cost more with a sports car? Emile Apr 2025 #42

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