Another hidden Bargain you may not think of........

Most of us don't think of the words "Corvette" and "Bargain" in the same sentence, but they are out there. I'm talking about the '70's models. I saw a running, and definitely restorable numbers-matching 454, 4-speed 1972 model in Hemmings for $5900 or best offer! I saw a pretty decent L48 small-block/autmatic 1977 model for $3995! I even saw a 1978 Indy Pace car version for $8200! Even the desirable L82 / 4-speed models in good condition can be found for under 10 grand. Granted, they don't have the fire-breathing performance of the '60's models, but even stock they run pretty good, and have a ton of potential. Automatics usually have 3.36:1 or 3.55:1 axle-ratios, and 4-speeds come with 3.36:1 or 3.70:1 gears, which is just about a perfect compromise between jackrabbit starts and high-speed cruising. There is more speed equipment available for the small-block Chevy than anything else on the planet, or you can swap in a Big-block very easily. Another bonus is fiberglass doesn't rust, so unless there's major body damage, you don't have much work other than sanding and painting. And their body-on-frame, not unit body, so they'll be remarkably rattle-free for a 30+ year old car. If you search the internet, local want ads, and publications like Hemmings, you can find a diamond for under 10-12 grand. People ask that much for cobbled-up, base-model Malibus and Camaros. For my money, I'd rather have a 'Vette.  Mastermind