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Decoding/Numbers / Re: 67 SS Coupe

« on: November 04, 2008, 06:32:43 PM »

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.

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Decoding/Numbers / Re: 67 SS Coupe

« on: November 03, 2008, 06:47:18 PM »

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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Decoding/Numbers / 67 SS Coupe

« on: November 02, 2008, 08:34:20 AM »

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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1967 - Orphans / Re: 7L142555 V0202MT

« on: October 30, 2008, 05:18:44 PM »

That info is exactly what I needed.  Thanks a lot for answering.  I am learning how to read codes and find out what matters.  I want to do it right.  I have an engine I can use, and do not want to spend money on something that is incorrect.

I really appreciate the feedback.  I have learned (well mostly) to ask the professionals prior to bidding.  You guys rock.

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1967 - Orphans / Re: 7L142555 V0202MT

« on: October 30, 2008, 04:43:23 PM »

My build date is Nov 66.  Thanks. 

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1967 - Orphans / Re: 7L142555 V0202MT

« on: October 30, 2008, 08:54:03 AM »

Please help.  I am restoring a 67 SSRS 350 Vert.  I have almost every engine piece but the block.

VIN 124677L119418

Would this be a good replacement engine for the restoration?  Mine is a powerglide set up originally.

I need to know what I can do to get it as close to original as possible

Thanks for any and all advice.

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General Discussion / Re: 67 Royal Plum..??

« on: October 30, 2008, 07:59:31 AM »

I have only seen one in person and I love the color.  If you are willing to do the work, it is never wrong to go back original, especially this one.  Definitely a very rare color.  My 67 Vert has the blue top option and although a white top might look better I want to keep the rare options alive.