Thread: 81 corvette engine (need opinions)

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Originally posted by Swifster
Honestly, other than repairing what age has taken a toll on, I wouldn't touch it. Finding any 25 year old car that hasn't been molested is extremely hard. Is it the most wanted Corvette? Far from, but being in it's original condition is what will let that car hold it's value.

If someone else isn't happy with the power, let them buy the car from you so they can invest the money that will never be recouped when you go to sell the car. I'd see about joining the Corvette Club if you haven't already.

Agree leave it alone. If you want power sell what you got and buy something else.

In all honesty, the car will never really be worth much. I have 8k into now, and it is a nice looking car. The reason I bought it, is because I like the looks of the 80-82 vettes. I am a dealership tech, so it really isn't a big deal for me to do the engine work. The heads have the correct bolt holes, and the cam isn't really a big deal either. I just want to drive the car another year or so on the weekends, then sell it, but at the same time, I want to have some power. I forgot to mention that I removed the cat, and made it hollow, and reinstalled it for looks. I will post some picture of the car on here when I get time at work.