# need advice 1969 Corvette **URL:** \ **Category:** PittSpeed Automotive\ **Created:** [December 27, 2005, 10:16am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-advice-1969-corvette/179094 "2005-12-27T10:16:36Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 5\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![jinxxycat](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/71c47a/32.png) [@jinxxycat](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/jinxxycat)\ **Post date:** [December 27, 2005, 10:16am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-advice-1969-corvette/179094/1 "2005-12-27T10:16:36Z")
So this kid my hubby has worked with, _says_ this is in cherry condition, and is wanting to sell it for seemingly low $ from what I see on the internet as far as “mint” condition 69 vettes go. He’s in a bad money situation and needs cashflow (read: divorce) What should we look for to make sure it’s all original etc (matching #'s seems to be a big thing in descriptions–what numbers need to match? block? vin?) Could this be a good investment if we were to keep it in the “cherry” condition? I am a import girl, but have always wanted an older vette, but know nothing about them…thanks for any help. _fingers crossed that hubby doesn’t come to his senses about this lol_ ---
**Author:** ![bgblockelcamino](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/bgblockelcamino/32/5997_2.png) [@bgblockelcamino](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/bgblockelcamino)\ **Post date:** [December 27, 2005, 10:25am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-advice-1969-corvette/179094/2 "2005-12-27T10:25:51Z")
the 69 vette does not have a real value or market for them. If the price is right then why not. Biggest things to look for are the steering and brakes. Depending on where the car is I would take a look at it for you. ---
**Author:** ![whitey](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/whitey/32/5911_2.png) [@whitey](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/whitey)\ **Post date:** [December 27, 2005, 10:28am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-advice-1969-corvette/179094/3 "2005-12-27T10:28:57Z")
> [@bgblockelcamino](#): > > the 69 vette does not have a real value or market for them. If the price is right then why not. Biggest things to look for are the steering and brakes. Depending on where the car is I would take a look at it for you. and grab my dad… I am sure he could pick out everything on the car ---
**Author:** ![boostjunkie](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/fbc32d/32.png) [@boostjunkie](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/boostjunkie)\ **Post date:** [December 27, 2005, 11:06am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-advice-1969-corvette/179094/4 "2005-12-27T11:06:52Z")
> [@jinxxycat](#): > > So this kid my hubby has worked with, _says_ this is in cherry condition, and is wanting to sell it for seemingly low $ from what I see on the internet as far as “mint” condition 69 vettes go. He’s in a bad money situation and needs cashflow (read: divorce) What should we look for to make sure it’s all original etc (matching #'s seems to be a big thing in descriptions–what numbers need to match? block? vin?) Could this be a good investment if we were to keep it in the “cherry” condition? > > I am a import girl, but have always wanted an older vette, but know nothing about them…thanks for any help. _fingers crossed that hubby doesn’t come to his senses about this lol_ If the car is a real big block it is worth buying . i would say look at the rear frame rails and the bird cage for rot or repair . i would not buy the car if the car was repainted a diff color than orignal . the motor and trans will have the vin stamped on it and is a good place to start . best bet is try this [CorvetteForum - Chevrolet Corvette Forum Discussion](http://forums.corvetteforum.com/index.php)? the guys on there are very helpfull and give you all the info you need . i am working on my Corvette now and wanting it finished up for summer if cash flow is good . Good Luck Shawn ---
**Author:** ![jinxxycat](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/71c47a/32.png) [@jinxxycat](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/jinxxycat)\ **Post date:** [December 27, 2005, 11:11am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-advice-1969-corvette/179094/5 "2005-12-27T11:11:36Z")
Thanks guys! Keep the suggestions coming…I’m making a list…