1969 Chevy Corvette C3 Un-Restored Garage Find. Will it Run? It's a Time Capsule! Episode 1 of 6.

[@johncpechak3769]

My first vette was a 69 big block 427-390 hp 4 speed when I was 22 years old....what fun! Now 6 vettes later I'm restomoding my 1981 with fuel injection, serpentine belt system, borgeson steering, aluminum heads, headers and side pipes, complete brake upgrade and more....You cannot go wrong with any of the C3 especially an original find like yours!!

[@FlatheadTerry]

That's awesome John! That's alot of Vettes. Best of luck with your build.

[@joevette6290]

I would have kept that 69 and restored it instead of a 1981!!!

[@straightpipec6099]

Outstanding find Flathead! Can not wait to see more.

[@FlatheadTerry]

Thanks StraightPipe! Been making progress on it. Next episode will be out soon!

[@michaelpeterson9479]

Hello, im going thru same process on a 69, 427, 390hp, Muncie 4spd, sportwagon vette, Almost to the point of it running but made a bad mistake that set it back weeks for me, not giving up thou, it will get there, Can't wait to see the series on this one.

[@FlatheadTerry]

Thats a bummer Michael, but as you know, it's always worth it on these old Vette's! Also, I have uploaded 6 episodes on this Channel. Check 'em out!

[@keithbaisden141]

Very cool Terry! I want a ride around the subdivision when ready!

[@FlatheadTerry]

You got it!

[@gsmith207]

Just found this channel. Cool beans love it. Just bought a ‘69 427/390 4sp Cortez silver and gunmetal int two days ago. I’m the happiest man alive, plus it looks good next to my ‘19 ZR1 vette!thanks for this really cool!

[@FlatheadTerry]

Thanks for the kind words G and congrats on your Big Block C3!

[@dieselten01]

Nice find! Beautiful car! Thanks for sharing

[@FlatheadTerry]

Thanks Diesel! Can't wait to get it on the road.

[@Steve-bf2go]

Great job FHT, can't wait to see more. I have a 64 chevy I have to do the same things to. Been setting about 22 years. It's time to get it back on the road too!

[@FlatheadTerry]

Thanks Steve. Looking forward to hearing about your '64. Get er rolling!

[@BillB23]

What a find!

[@evanbarr9270]

Small block with fuely heads is the best of both worlds

[@FlatheadTerry]

Roger that!

[@milkovivaldi]

Hi friend, I'll do one too! Does this C3 go from 68 to 72? I don't like the rear end from 73 or 74 onwards...

[@TimmyS59]

From your twin . I do have a timing light if you need it , great content you get my 2 thumbs up lol

[@FlatheadTerry]

Thanks for the offer Bro! Im old school and still have a timing light and dwell meter. Glad I held on to 'em!

[@joevette6290]

That 69 Fathom green was originally an L-46 judging by the 6000 rpm tach!!! very rare car with that beautiful green interior

[@FlatheadTerry]

Thanks Joe!

[@waynemiracle8928]

A CORVETTE? Terry, are you going through a mid-life crisis? Or am I seeing a side of your personality I’ve never seen before? You’ll have to put a stove bolt straight six in that vette to redeem yourself! 😳😆😆 Personally the ‘69 Vette has been one of my favorites since I was in the 5th grade when my school teacher drove a yellow with a white top one to school each day! Best wishes on the new project!

[@FlatheadTerry]

Ha! 🤪 I always look forward to your comments Wayne. As you can see I have no self control when it comes to finding old cars and motorcycles that don't run. I really enjoy the challenge of getting them back on the road. Pure satisfaction and joy! When I was young I had '55, '57, '66, '68 and '70 Chevy's so now this came along and I had to get it rolling again. Brings back great memories of my youth.

[@waynemiracle8928]

@@FlatheadTerry I personally think that’s a BIG part of what this hobby is about. Recapturing memories of our youth. It’s a wonderful thing! I’ll be watching with baited breath each of your episodes!

[@stevedouglas5443]

I don't believe those sidepipes are original.

[@FlatheadTerry]

You are correct Steve! Those are not original. Mike put those Hooker Header side pipes on in the early 1970's. This Vette is "period correct" though!

[@stevedouglas5443]

@@FlatheadTerry yes, it looks great. Do those headers bolt to the heads, and collect on the outside?

[@FlatheadTerry]

@@stevedouglas5443 Yes, all four pipes connect to the large outside tube as seen. You'll be able to hear the sound of them in future episodes!

[@stevedouglas5443]

@@FlatheadTerry I've been looking to get side pipes on my Vettes. They sound great, and look great.