<VV> RE: What's it worth guide in Clark's

[mopar@jbcs2.net]

As far as saleability, a Convertible sells easiest, prices fluctuate
depending on condition. If a Convertible needs a new top, figure value is
minimal $700 less. A Corsa is desireable as it is the performance version
and has more "spirited" drivability into it. Options do not mean as much as
you might think. 
Watch for body sag on convertibles, the narroweing of the door jambs.

Buy what YOU want, and don't worry about the values, you have to live with
the car. If top down is what you want, go for it. If performance is what
you are concerned with, keep the Corsa. If value is your only concern,
Corvairs are appreciating in value, but the Convertible "may" be the better
bet. But remember, rust or a car needing work will not sell.

Gary Swiatowy
63 Greenbrier, 61 Rampside, 65 Monva vert, 67 Monza 2dr, 61 4-door

  From: "Russ Moorhouse" <corvair65@verizon.net>
To: <virtualvairs@corvair.org>
Date: Wed, 14 Jul 2004 09:55:14 -0400
Subject: <VV> What's it worth guide in Clark's

How true is the "What's it worth guide" in Clarks Specialty catalog.  It
doesn't list prices, but is more a guide as to what car/model is more
collectable?

I've been considering selling my '65 Corsa coupe 140 hp for a '66 Monza
convertible 110 HP with auto.  Going by Clark's list my Corsa is ranked more
collectable and it has 7 original options out of the 10 they list as being
desirable options.  Also the car is still all stock (original motor, trans
and axle) with the protecto plate to prove it.  On the other hand the
convertible only has 2 of the desirable options (110 engine and power top),
but it has a restored interior, new tires, new Seth wires and a nice paint.
These were all things I had planned on doing to my Corsa.  The down side of
the convertible is the carbs need rebuilt, the "O" rings need replaced and
there's a transmission leak, things that have already been done on my Corsa.
Also the Monza has no history with it, whereas my Corsa has repair records
dating back to the original owner, with whom I have been in contact.

There were a lot more '65 Corsa Coupes made than '66 Monza convertibles, so
why is the Corsa listed as being more desirable

I can only have one car (small garage), and I like my Corsa Coupe, but in
the past I've owned numerous convertibles and have always enjoyed them.

I just wanted advice on what other's would do in this situation, and don't
say have 2 Covairs, because I won't let an old car sit out in the weather.

Russ Moorhouse
'65 Corsa coupe 140 HP
Kent Island, MD



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