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Interior
06-01-2023, 02:39 PM
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Rear hatch struts that won't launch the glass to outer space
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Rear hatch struts that won't launch the glass to outer space
Thanks so much for your reply, really helpful!
Forum:
Interior
06-01-2023, 07:43 AM
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58
Rear hatch struts that won't launch the glass to outer space
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4,505
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Rear hatch struts that won't launch the glass to outer space
So glad I stumbled onto this thread, and thanks to 91Banditt2 for compiling the above list of struts at Rockauto. I have the same problem as others, in that I ordered and installed aftermarket hatch...
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Tech / General Engine
10-21-2021, 04:14 PM
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Which Oil Pressure Sending Unit?
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FinallyGotMyZ
Which Oil Pressure Sending Unit?
Hey, everyone.
I made sure to search the forums before I started this thread and unless I flat missed it (which is possible), I could not find what I was looking for.
I have an ‘86 Z with the LB9,...
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History / Originality
05-05-2021, 09:18 PM
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RPO code questions.
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977
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: RPO code questions.
I had some of the same issues when I bought mine eight years ago. The engraved VIN matches the one on the RPO sticker on the console lid, so it's an accurate record of what the car is supposed to...
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Exterior Parts for Sale
04-15-2021, 01:48 PM
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NOS! NOS! NOS! IROC Tails, Grilles, Weatherstripping, and More! - Part 2
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1,276
Posted By
FinallyGotMyZ
Re: NOS! NOS! NOS! IROC Tails, Grilles, Weatherstripping, and More! - Part 2
PM sent
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History / Originality
07-09-2019, 01:18 PM
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another crazy flip
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4,453
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: another crazy flip
Oh, man... you have no idea how glad I am to hear that I'm not the only one that feels this way! Thank God for my iPod!
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History / Originality
06-13-2019, 05:17 PM
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My New Yellow 86 Iroc Z
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3,757
Posted By
FinallyGotMyZ
Re: My New Yellow 86 Iroc Z
That would be mine, lol. Happy for you that the interior is still colored as intended. The rest of the car looks great too! Congrats!
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Members Camaros
06-12-2019, 11:24 AM
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1986 Z28 to Original Glory
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1,355
Posted By
FinallyGotMyZ
Re: 1986 Z28 to Original Glory
I can’t put my finger on why, but I love the stock look, too. I appreciate these cars being lowered, but that’s not for me personally. And trust me, I won’t change a thing, lol
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Members Camaros
06-10-2019, 12:14 PM
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1986 Z28 to Original Glory
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1,355
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: 1986 Z28 to Original Glory
Thank you, I am very appreciative. It's a twenty-footer, lol. Part of it is me being picky, but it's got stuff that needs to be addressed. All in due time.
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Members Camaros
06-09-2019, 08:50 PM
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1986 Z28 to Original Glory
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1,355
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: 1986 Z28 to Original Glory
OK, so it’s been six years since I’ve posted in this thread. I’ve been driving and enjoying the Z, but it’s starting to need some maintenance. The shocks all the way around were bad, I could tell...
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History / Originality
03-22-2019, 10:27 AM
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what will your next 3rd Gen be?
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1,246
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: what will your next 3rd Gen be?
Considering I sneaked the third gen into the garage without consulting the CFO, I think I'm out of the "next third gen" game. I'll just live vicariously through you guys. :driving:
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History / Originality
03-08-2019, 04:28 PM
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What's your story? Who actually remembers when these cars were new?
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: What's your story? Who actually remembers when these cars were new?
So glad I wasn't the only one to do that! And an IROC and Monte SS in the garage/driveway would certainly ease the sting of any trouble you may have found yourself in...
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History / Originality
03-07-2019, 08:20 AM
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What's your story? Who actually remembers when these cars were new?
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: What's your story? Who actually remembers when these cars were new?
Bringing this thread back from mid-January. I've been a member of this forum for about six years. I've probably told my story on other threads as well, but it's so great to have a forum of people who...
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Suspension and Chassis
02-17-2019, 02:58 PM
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Stock Replacement Rear Coil Springs
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1,756
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Stock Replacement Rear Coil Springs
Stuff like this is why I come to this site. Now it all makes sense as to why there are more front options than rear. I appreciate the insight. Thank you!
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Suspension and Chassis
02-15-2019, 08:41 PM
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Stock Replacement Rear Coil Springs
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1,756
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Stock Replacement Rear Coil Springs
Thanks for the comparison, I appreciate it
Forum:
Suspension and Chassis
02-15-2019, 08:39 PM
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Stock Replacement Rear Coil Springs
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1,756
Posted By
FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Stock Replacement Rear Coil Springs
Thanks for clarifying. My confusion came from the RockAuto site, as they have designations like, "Front, Berlinetta, Sport;", or, "Front, IROC-Z;", or "Front, Z28:", or "Rear, except IROC". I...
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Suspension and Chassis
02-14-2019, 10:36 AM
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Stock Replacement Rear Coil Springs
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1,756
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FinallyGotMyZ
Stock Replacement Rear Coil Springs
Hello, everyone. I am looking to replace my struts, shock absorbers, and coil springs all the way around. I want to keep the ride height as close to original as possible. I know that in this day and...
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History / Originality
06-26-2017, 08:30 AM
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Low Mile Iron Duke......Ermm, $18K......
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Posted By
FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Low Mile Iron Duke......Ermm, $18K......
Couldn't have said it better myself. I watch the Barrett Jackson auctions from time to time, and the commentators talk about how this or that model rolling across the stage is a (whatever) clone, so...
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History / Originality
06-24-2017, 09:49 AM
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1989 Camaro RS; 28,000 original miles; $12900
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1,370
Posted By
FinallyGotMyZ
Re: 1989 Camaro RS; 28,000 original miles; $12900
Interesting perspectives from everyone, as I expected! Thanks to all!
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History / Originality
06-09-2017, 09:24 AM
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1989 Camaro RS; 28,000 original miles; $12900
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1,370
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FinallyGotMyZ
1989 Camaro RS; 28,000 original miles; $12900
First, I want to apologize for the inability to click on this particular vehicle on the dealer's website. The website doesn't allow for it. It is the vehicle listed at the bottom of the link I have...
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History / Originality
06-03-2017, 08:40 AM
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20
Third Gens make another Collect-Now Article!
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2,120
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Third Gens make another Collect-Now Article!
On a side note, between the Camaro, the '57 Chevy, and the Power Wagon, I was a fan of Simon and Simon. It's really no surprise that with all the automotive eye candy we had in the '80s that I'm...
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History / Originality
05-03-2017, 06:36 AM
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124
Barn find 1983 CFI transam, sitting since 1991, 19k orig miles, opinions on starting?
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Barn find 1983 CFI transam, sitting since 1991, 19k orig miles, opinions on start
Just scrolled all the way through this thread for this first time, got to PurelyPMD's post above and thought, "Ugh! That's it? There's not more?" Lol Fascinating thread, all the way around!
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History / Originality
04-07-2017, 07:05 PM
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35
1,600 mile Firehawk
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2,137
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: 1,600 mile Firehawk
As far as the Velocity channel, I love it and watch it constantly. One of the shows I watch fairly often is "Wheeler Dealers." I saw one recently where they redid a 1988 Fox-body Mustang. ...
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History / Originality
07-14-2016, 10:35 AM
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7
Turn Signal/Parking Lenses
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4,075
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Turn Signal/Parking Lenses
I'll have to give that thread a search. Mine look as though they have some spiderwebbing on the front, so I don't know if they are good candidates for a refurb. I'll look into it, though. Thanks.
Forum:
History / Originality
07-14-2016, 10:34 AM
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7
Turn Signal/Parking Lenses
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4,075
Posted By
FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Turn Signal/Parking Lenses
Very helpful. It verifies that I'm not seeing things, the reproductions just seem eye-poppingly bright. I thought I remembered the originals being more subdued by comparison.
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History / Originality
07-14-2016, 10:32 AM
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7
Turn Signal/Parking Lenses
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4,075
Posted By
FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Turn Signal/Parking Lenses
Thanks to everyone that responded. Your responses all helped a great deal. I knew TGO wouldn't fail me!
Forum:
History / Originality
07-12-2016, 09:32 AM
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7
Turn Signal/Parking Lenses
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4,075
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FinallyGotMyZ
Turn Signal/Parking Lenses
OK, third gen gurus - I have run a search so as to not be a pain in the backside, but could not find anything definitive. I believe this to be an "originality" question, so here goes - when our...
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History / Originality
07-07-2016, 04:55 AM
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42
Confused '88 IROC-Z?
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29,122
Posted By
FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Confused '88 IROC-Z?
I have a showroom brochure from 1986 (my Z is an '86), and the spread featuring the Z/28 shows a model with white raised letters. Maybe the IROCs didn't come with them, but at some point they were...
Forum:
Interior Parts for Sale
04-22-2016, 03:29 PM
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41
[PA]
1988 IRoc Z parting out G92 code car
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4,230
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: 1988 IRoc Z parting out G92 code car
PM sent
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History / Originality
03-15-2016, 07:42 AM
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72
1990 Formula LB9/MM5/3.42
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4,920
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: 1990 Formula LB9/MM5/3.42
Congrats! What a beaut!
Forum:
History / Originality
03-13-2016, 09:51 PM
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98
Your "Vintage" F body Pictures
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7,547
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Your "Vintage" F body Pictures
All very good points!
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History / Originality
02-03-2016, 07:40 PM
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98
Your "Vintage" F body Pictures
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7,547
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Your "Vintage" F body Pictures
You are correct, and I hope I did not offend. I should have used more tact. In fact, after I posted my last post, I scrolled back up and read the account of you reacquiring your car, and enjoyed it....
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History / Originality
02-03-2016, 04:27 PM
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98
Your "Vintage" F body Pictures
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7,547
Posted By
FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Your "Vintage" F body Pictures
Other posters on here have shared that they are not the original owners of their third gens and have searched up the original owners to ask questions about the car new. I have thought of doing the...
Forum:
Interior Parts for Sale
05-31-2015, 06:46 PM
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121
[WI]
Camaro Parts
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7,397
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Camaro Parts
PM sent
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Interior Parts Wanted
03-30-2015, 09:57 PM
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2
Power Window Switches (used)
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297
Posted By
FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Power Window Switches (used)
bump
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Exterior Parts for Sale
03-22-2015, 06:16 PM
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31
[NV]
Parting out 1988 Camaro IROC-Z Convertible
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2,813
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Parting out 1988 Camaro IROC-Z Convertible
Power window switches? If so, graphic still visible?
Forum:
History / Originality
03-20-2015, 10:58 PM
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72
1990 Formula LB9/MM5/3.42
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4,920
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: 1990 Formula LB9/MM5/3.42
Hoping it goes to a good home. Good luck, PurelyPMD.
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History / Originality
03-20-2015, 10:51 PM
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8
1986 model year 140mph speedo vs. 85mph speedo
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5,073
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: 1986 model year 140mph speedo vs. 85mph speedo
I have an '86 Z28 with a build date of 8/85. It came with the 85 MPH speedo. It has been upgraded already, shall we say.
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History / Originality
03-10-2015, 07:23 AM
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123
Here's a sad story....
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8,246
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Here's a sad story....
Collectible or not, rare or not, but for the simple sake of keeping another third gen body on the road and not lost to time and neglect, I'm hoping for the best for your visit.
Forum:
History / Originality
03-09-2015, 08:18 PM
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123
Here's a sad story....
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8,246
Posted By
FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Here's a sad story....
Sickening
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History / Originality
03-07-2015, 04:55 AM
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33
'89 GTA: Stay True, or Swap?
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1,609
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: '89 GTA: Stay True, or Swap?
In my estimation, you seem to be in a great position to have an original car. Yes, I know it needs some work (don't they all?), but as these cars get older and older (the '82s are now thirty-three...
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History / Originality
03-04-2015, 09:46 AM
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311
Why are our cars not all that desirable?
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28,133
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Why are our cars not all that desirable?
That too, but the 'Vette video was the engine actually being ruined in front of our eyes. A little more direct, y'know?
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History / Originality
03-04-2015, 09:11 AM
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311
Why are our cars not all that desirable?
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28,133
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Why are our cars not all that desirable?
I believe you are right, although memory is failing me on that particular item...
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History / Originality
03-04-2015, 08:08 AM
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Nice 25K 84 Trans Am T Top May Go Cheap!
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1,476
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Nice 25K 84 Trans Am T Top May Go Cheap!
Very nice car. You can still read the "Automatic Overdrive" on the shiftplate which is usually long worn off by now (not that that's the greatest selling point of the car, lol...).
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History / Originality
03-04-2015, 08:02 AM
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311
Why are our cars not all that desirable?
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28,133
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Why are our cars not all that desirable?
One of my uncles had a two-tone X-11 (red with gray bottom trim). That thing was bad @$$ in its day. Anyone else remember the vertical radio setup?
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History / Originality
03-04-2015, 08:00 AM
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20
Pop up T-Tops?
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10,488
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Pop up T-Tops?
Exactly what I envisioned!
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History / Originality
03-03-2015, 07:45 PM
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311
Why are our cars not all that desirable?
Views:
28,133
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Why are our cars not all that desirable?
Anyone else feel a little sick to their stomach watching that 'Vette breathe its last?
Forum:
History / Originality
03-03-2015, 07:25 PM
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Why 3rd Gens ARE desirable! Current Prices
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3,576
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Why 3rd Gens ARE desirable! Current Prices
Thanks for the well-wishes. And I only wish it'd been only a month and a half since I drove mine. I garaged mine in the first week of November and based on the lovely weather here in Ohio, it'll be...
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History / Originality
03-03-2015, 04:21 PM
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51
Why 3rd Gens ARE desirable! Current Prices
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3,576
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FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Why 3rd Gens ARE desirable! Current Prices
You said it. Mine was kind of Frankenstein'd together (wrong steering wheel, wrong wheels, etc.) but the rest of it was worth buying. Can't wait til it's where I want it to be.
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History / Originality
03-03-2015, 03:30 PM
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51
Why 3rd Gens ARE desirable! Current Prices
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3,576
Posted By
FinallyGotMyZ
Re: Why 3rd Gens ARE desirable! Current Prices
Just wanted to throw in that I did not buy mine with the intent of it becoming a museum piece, or a show car. I have never owned a third gen Camaro, and two years ago I decided it was time. The...
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