I have the chance to buy a 84 vette 71,000 miles, leather interior for 3,000 grand--Here is the ad-Classic 1984 Corvette

Nice Preserved Condition with All Original Fixtures and Parts

Rides Great - FAST CAR - Serviced Regularly - No Mechanical Issues or Problems

Purchased the Car Because of the LOW MILES - Only 71K ORIGINAL MILES

Interior in Good Condition - Leather Seats - Dash Board is Like New with No Fading or Cracking - General Wear to Interior as Would be Expected with a Car 25+ Years Old but Overall Very Nice

Newer Tires with Great Tread - Will Need Paint Job as Part of Hood and Top Have Faded Paint (See Pic)

Selling to Get Extra Capital to Start New Business Venture - Worth Checking Out - Just Drop Me an Email if You Have Any Questions or Want to Take For it a Test Drive.

What do you guys think??

I have the chance to buy a 84 vette 71,000 miles, leather interior for 3,000 grand--Here is the ad-Classic 1984 Corvette

Nice Preserved Condition with All Original Fixtures and Parts

Rides Great - FAST CAR - Serviced Regularly - No Mechanical Issues or Problems

Purchased the Car Because of the LOW MILES - Only 71K ORIGINAL MILES

Interior in Good Condition - Leather Seats - Dash Board is Like New with No Fading or Cracking - General Wear to Interior as Would be Expected with a Car 25+ Years Old but Overall Very Nice

Newer Tires with Great Tread - Will Need Paint Job as Part of Hood and Top Have Faded Paint (See Pic)

Selling to Get Extra Capital to Start New Business Venture - Worth Checking Out - Just Drop Me an Email if You Have Any Questions or Want to Take For it a Test Drive.

What do you guys think??

Usually a C4 Corvette going for 3k is bound to have some problems: most likely paint, pop up lights and in this case, as you may already know, 84 had the crossfire injection!! Which to some caused some problems. This is just my write up, wait till some more members post their experienced thoughts.

Well, since you asked for advice. Know what you are buying before you take the plunge. The first thing I did was to talk to some people, read in these forums to see what are the common issues with C4's and get an idea of what it costs to fix items on the one you are looking at. Take your time test driving and give it a real good look over if you feel confident enough to make the decision yourself. The little things add up quickly depending on the condition you want it in. Knowing what needs to be fixed and the cost can be a good negotiating tool. $3K sounds good but, I would not make that call until you know what you are up against. You may wind up dropping another $3K in it before you know it. Good luck and hope all goes well. Another thing. Make sure it does not have a salvage title. I saw too many of those in the market when I was looking.

Ooooo what is it somebody had in their profile here. I would rather drive a beat up corvette than a new honda civic anyday...:)

Well, since you asked for advice. Know what you are buying before you take the plunge. The first thing I did was to talk to some people, read in these forums to see what are the common issues with C4's and get an idea of what it costs to fix items on the one you are looking at. Take your time test driving and give it a real good look over if you feel confident enough to make the decision yourself. The little things add up quickly depending on the condition you want it in. Knowing what needs to be fixed and the cost can be a good negotiating tool. $3K sounds good but, I would not make that call until you know what you are up against. You may wind up dropping another $3K in it before you know it. Good luck and hope all goes well.

Ooooo what is it somebody had in their profile here. I would rather drive a beat up corvette than a new honda civic anyday...:)

I believe it said: a beat up Vette is better than a running Civic :rofl:, But it's true what Soaring Freak is saying: 3k could turn into another 3k!! My 6k bought 1992 Lt-1 has already turned into, close to a 700-1k job(and that's only because I've been doing the jobs myself!!! Saving over 2k!!!). God forbid more!!!

Had an 84', loved it...........if all you are looking at is cosmetic,3k for this car sounds good,whats the color?,Z-51?,glass roof?trans auto/manual?............you can probably get away with just painting above the belt line.........I don't know where one can find this kind of a "KICK" for 3 grand.........there isn't a used Corvette on the mkt under 10/12k that won't need some $$$$.....3 grand I'd be looking close, sounds like you may have found a cool ride on the cheap:givemebeer.sml:

I'd check it out. Check all your usual stuff, take it for a ride an see what you think.
Crossfire injection is a extremely reliable set up and doesn't take a rocket scientist to understand it.

I always tell people to buy the nicest, lowest milage car they can afford. You'll be better off in the long run. Repairs can double or triple the cost of the car in no time. A good paint job can cost more than the asking price.

Crossfire injection is a extremely reliable set up and doesn't take a rocket scientist to understand it.




In the 22 years I've driven my Crossfire Injected '82, I have only had one IAC motor go bad. The Crossfire Injection system is EXTREMELY reliable. Much more reliable than the later fuel injection systems as it only uses 2 LARGE injectors. The Crossfire intake manifolds are very restrictive and quit breathing around 4000 rpm. But DCS in Arizona recently began selling their "Renegade" intake manifolds, and they solve the high rpm breathing problem completely.

I paid 3,200 for my 84. It needed a lot of bodywork but thats what I do so it wasnt a problem for me, all the mechanical stuff was done. If you have to pay someone to do any work it will add up fast. It sounds like you found a guy that just needs the money, so you might end up with a sweet deal. Just remember an 84 is the redheaded stepchild and gets a bad rap, but its hardly ever from someone that has owned one.
Oh yea.... I think its Better to have a junk vette than a new civic, or something like that.:patriot:

I like the '84, but then again I'm biased as I own one. :thumbsup3:
It's a unique year- first of the C4's and last of the Crossfires.

It's not a horsepower king in factory form, but it has a pleasant amount of torque <g> gets respectable fuel economy and handles among the best of 'em.

Looks like a nice deal to me at $3K, provided no major problems exist. Are service records available? An owner that keeps those neatly filed away is pretty likely to have taken good care of the car in general.
Pull a carfax report too. They don't catch everything, sometimes things don't get reported.... but they'll give you a rudimentary idea of the car's past.

Is this an auto or manual transmission?
Others may have more specific advice on what to look for if they know which trans. is involved.

It's a 26 year old car no matter how well it was cared for... you will at some point be making repairs.
My 84 had plenty of age-related problems: hoses, bushings dry out and crack- the harmonic balancer can separate over time (mine did, nearly sawing up the timing cover), the CFI intake tends to develop vacuum leaks, rocker cover gaskets tend to leak... but those are relatively minor repairs.
If the engine & transmission are otherwise in good shape, the small stuff is inexpensive to fix.

The 80's Vettes tend to develop wiring problems over time thanks to significant engine heat + wiring harnesses with marginal insulation.
Watch for electrical gremlins, give the harnesses under the hood a good once- over. I had several spots where the insulation had dried out and cracked, leaving bare wire exposed.

Certain interior pieces can get expensive quickly, digital dash included.
The power window regulators in the '84 are weak. Replacing those with updated versions is roughly $250 per side and if they are marginal now, they will only get worse. I had to open the door to get the windows shut- the old regulators couldn't overcome the friction of the weatherstripping.

Take a thorough look underneath too. Make sure nobody put a floor jack to the floorpans or other fiberglass parts, it happens entirely too often.
I discovered someone had curbed mine, crushing a vapor line. Also found some poorly-done front fascia & rear quarter work that wasn't visible from topside.

Just thought I'd pass along the things I found while repairing my '84... perhaps you'll find them useful. There is an incredible amount of info on the board here as well- you'll find it invaluable.
Good luck!

i disagree on the crossfire being trounlesome comment. i've owned my '84 for 24 years, i've had no trouble from the crossfire. I race mine regularly. i see you are from utah. Wherebouts? good luck.

RACE ON!!!

We drove an 1984 Corvette everyday from 1989 to 96 (Shop parts runner) never any major problems, sold it with 298000 mile on it, drive train was never touched, The crossfire motor has tons of low end grunt.
David Steele
PS, I did have the replace the dash cluster .

Don't forget the cost of insurance.:doh:

Good used late C4 window regs are approx $100, or replacement tape for the stock reg is cost of a beer, ins for this car is dirt cheap unless you are a driver from hell............:beerbang:

Good used late C4 window regs are approx $100,

Yep. I checked Corvette Recycling today for a price, they're <$200 over there as well. Price I paid was through my son's employer (chev dealership) with his employee discount. Figures.

ITA on the insurance. I'm paying $150/year for a collector policy with $0 deductibles. It's the least expensive car I own to insure.

i disagree on the crossfire being trounlesome comment.

:iagree:

The crossfire was a relatively short-run setup, but the underlying parts were not. GM used them in their truck line for years.
The only additional complexity with the crossfire is the synch rod adjustment.

If it checks out in all the major categories then I would go for it, but like others have warned, just be ready for potential repairs.

Go take a look at it, test drive it and see if you like it. 3k sounds like a great price. I would definitely consider it. Post pics when/if you get it.

Could be a good deal. You won't find them in my area for that price with the mileage and condition, paint shot or not. They go for double of that. Which makes me skeptical. Possibly could have a bunch of things wrong that the owner isn't telling you. As noted, not rocket science to fix the motor. Make sure the trans doesn't have serious issues, and the same goes for the axle. It could be 71k very hard miles driven on it.

I would do it!

bought 84 -2 years ago take your time check it out 3 k sounds like good deal but do yourself a favor and take it to a mechanic if you sre not so inclined

UNless, you live in San Diego, make sure the AC / heater systems, work properly....U gots to stay Comfy going FAST.:thumbsup:

I have the chance to buy a 84 vette 71,000 miles, leather interior for 3,000 grand--Here is the ad-Classic 1984 Corvette

Nice Preserved Condition with All Original Fixtures and Parts

Rides Great - FAST CAR - Serviced Regularly - No Mechanical Issues or Problems

Purchased the Car Because of the LOW MILES - Only 71K ORIGINAL MILES

Interior in Good Condition - Leather Seats - Dash Board is Like New with No Fading or Cracking - General Wear to Interior as Would be Expected with a Car 25+ Years Old but Overall Very Nice

Newer Tires with Great Tread - Will Need Paint Job as Part of Hood and Top Have Faded Paint (See Pic)

Selling to Get Extra Capital to Start New Business Venture - Worth Checking Out - Just Drop Me an Email if You Have Any Questions or Want to Take For it a Test Drive.

What do you guys think??

I notice that you are from UT. I am and so is CFI-EFI. I am well versed in Crossfire injection...and Corvettes. If you'd like me to take a look at the car w/you, I'd be happy to...if you live near SLC. I live in Park City.

I also notice that it's been two weeks since you posted this thread. I wonder if you're coming back to look at it...

-Tom

I notice that you are from UT. I am and so is CFI-EFI. I am well versed in Crossfire injection...and Corvettes. If you'd like me to take a look at the car w/you, I'd be happy to...if you live near SLC. I live in Park City.

I also notice that it's been two weeks since you posted this thread. I wonder if you're coming back to look at it...

-Tom


The old Crossfires are about as trouble free as it gets. Very reliable systems. All they need is a free-breathing Renegade intake manifold installed to make them perfect.

UNless, you live in San Diego, make sure the AC / heater systems, work properly....U gots to stay Comfy going FAST.:thumbsup:

Your avatar , ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, is that a C4 or a D something....


:hump:

I like the '84, but then again I'm biased as I own one. :thumbsup3:
It's a unique year- first of the C4's and last of the Crossfires.

It's not a horsepower king in factory form, but it has a pleasant amount of torque <g> gets respectable fuel economy and handles among the best of 'em.

Looks like a nice deal to me at $3K, provided no major problems exist. Are service records available? An owner that keeps those neatly filed away is pretty likely to have taken good care of the car in general.
Pull a carfax report too. They don't catch everything, sometimes things don't get reported.... but they'll give you a rudimentary idea of the car's past.

Is this an auto or manual transmission?
Others may have more specific advice on what to look for if they know which trans. is involved.

It's a 26 year old car no matter how well it was cared for... you will at some point be making repairs.
My 84 had plenty of age-related problems: hoses, bushings dry out and crack- the harmonic balancer can separate over time (mine did, nearly sawing up the timing cover), the CFI intake tends to develop vacuum leaks, rocker cover gaskets tend to leak... but those are relatively minor repairs.
If the engine & transmission are otherwise in good shape, the small stuff is inexpensive to fix.

The 80's Vettes tend to develop wiring problems over time thanks to significant engine heat + wiring harnesses with marginal insulation.
Watch for electrical gremlins, give the harnesses under the hood a good once- over. I had several spots where the insulation had dried out and cracked, leaving bare wire exposed.

Certain interior pieces can get expensive quickly, digital dash included.
The power window regulators in the '84 are weak. Replacing those with updated versions is roughly $250 per side and if they are marginal now, they will only get worse. I had to open the door to get the windows shut- the old regulators couldn't overcome the friction of the weatherstripping.

Take a thorough look underneath too. Make sure nobody put a floor jack to the floorpans or other fiberglass parts, it happens entirely too often.
I discovered someone had curbed mine, crushing a vapor line. Also found some poorly-done front fascia & rear quarter work that wasn't visible from topside.

Just thought I'd pass along the things I found while repairing my '84... perhaps you'll find them useful. There is an incredible amount of info on the board here as well- you'll find it invaluable.
Good luck!



Man, what a cool informative post.


:thumbsup3::thumbsup3:

Let us know which way you finally end up going!:thumbsup3: