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Camaro Research Group Discussion => Decoding/Numbers => Topic started by: 67SS/RSCONV on November 02, 2008, 08:34:20 AM
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All,
I have a lead on a (10 year old restoration) 67 SS coupe. The engine is a correct date code casting, but the guy who is selling it is pretty sure the block (not original) was decked and the VIN re-stamped for the car(he bought it after the restoration). My question is, how does this affect the numbers matching/casting date value for this car. Everything else seems correct so far except for the multi-leaf rear end and disc up front.
I would love to add a coupe to my collection, but already think the price is a little steep. It needs work (better price), but can it really be classified as a numbers matching car? I have read so many "opinions" on this, and this site definitly seems to be the place to get an answer.
Thanks, Ron
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Re-stamping is noticeable and by definition is not original. #'s matching by this site's standards, would mean the engine the car came with from the factory. If it is not the "born with" engine, it's not #'s matching.
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Thanks. I am still looking at a casting date correct car then but not numbers matching. I researched "born with" and became a little more educated. I am going to make an offer based on non-matching numbers and see where it goes....
It appears there are a lot of re-stamps out there or the term "born with" would not have come about. I guess you have to be so carefull today, especially with the money some cars are bringing.
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I guess you have to be so carefull today, especially with the money some cars are bringing.
You have to be very careful. People on here can help a lot and if it's money you can't lose, you need to have Jerry look at it.
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Thanks, this site has already been a huge help. Like I said, I read several different opinions but was referred here. I appreciate the advice and taking the time to reply. If I decide to make an offer (trying not to insult really nice seller) it will be after getting more details on the car. At least he was honest about the block.