"X" 390 GT/CS for sale (black on black)

[Midnight Special]

damn... I am soooo tempted.. if I could make a quick sale of my CS I would be in for sure. hmm maybe I should start asking around to see what I could get out of mine

...Indeed Tony, I was thinking the same thing, but it's a slow go for selling right now ;-O

 

[ahainline]

Is the X Code a 265HP engine or the 315HP engine? Looking on NADA and couldnt figure it out. Either way I guess my 289 w/ AC is technically worth the same as a lower option big block according to NADA.

 

[Magnum]

Tony -

I don't think NADA really has a place for the "X" code but I don't know. Regardless, the "X" code engine (as I am told) is identical to the GT engine except it has a 2 barrel intake and carburetor. That is the only difference. It even has the GT exhaust manifolds and dual exhaust like the GT engine will have.

Thanks,

David

 

[RedGTvert]

Is the X Code a 265HP engine or the 315HP engine? Looking on NADA and couldnt figure it out. Either way I guess my 289 w/ AC is technically worth the same as a lower option big block according to NADA.

The X-code for '68 was rated at 280hp, the S-code is rated at 325hp.

 

[ahainline]

The X-code for '68 was rated at 280hp, the S-code is rated at 325hp.

OK, I was just going by what NADA was saying. b/c according to NADA a 289 with AC is valued higher than a 390 X Code with nothing. Debating on whether it would be smarter to keep a higher optioned 289 or spend a lot more a get a lower optioned 390... opinions? I know it would be easier to sell a 390 just b/c it is a big block and in the real world that is what true muscle car people want.

 

[calspcl]

Seams like a no brainer - 4000 or so GT/CS's, only 300 or so with the 390 engine option. X or S code, its still a big block.

 

[ahainline]

^yea that is kinda what I was getting at

 

[franklinair]

Big blocks in general, are turning into gold. Couple that with a C/S option, and you've got a quinella. The C6 makes it a trifecta!! As an investment for future value, its a winner.

Neil

 

[ahainline]

Shhh quite Neil.. he is going to raise his asking price lol

 

[franklinair]

Tony -
You buy it, and I'll make the ULTIMATE SACRIFICE, and drive it up to OH for you.:icon_ecst

Neil

 

[Doug]

Tony -
You buy it, and I'll make the ULTIMATE SACRIFICE, and drive it up to OH for you.:icon_ecst

Neil

Neil - you are such a giver.

Doug

 

[Midnight Special]

...This thread contains some more specific numbers...

http://californiaspecial.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5751&highlight=code

 

[Magnum]

Hey guys -

I am enjoying reading all of this about my car. I think some good spirited fun is a good thing. While I may not raise the price of the car, here in the south it might cost the buyer an extra RC Cola and Moon Pie! Thanks for the kind words and the additional information regarding the BB cars. 76 "X" cars is very interesting.

Thanks again,

David

 

[Doug]

Just reading these posts today "made me" take my 390 4V auto out for a spin to the gas station; well okay just a spin around town. If my wife would let me I'd buy another one. But if I do that my son going to want it and that can't happen.

Good luck in selling your car - black is such a great color.

 

[Magnum]

Thanks Doug!

These old cars are so fun and refreshing to drive. Before this car was ever painted I took it to a local cruise-in and it was the talk of the event because most had never seen a GT/CS in these parts. Their jaws really dropped when they heard it crank and they saw what was under the hood. You just cannot beat a big block for eye appeal when people open the hood.

David

 

[Midnight Special]

...I commuted my S-code (auto) all last week. The "4-speed" S only comes out for special events.

How I would love to add an X, but that would be too XS'ive. So I hope she gets a good home w/ one of you soon

P.S. oh yes - the sound!

 

[390cs68rcode]

OK, I was just going by what NADA was saying. b/c according to NADA a 289 with AC is valued higher than a 390 X Code with nothing. Debating on whether it would be smarter to keep a higher optioned 289 or spend a lot more a get a lower optioned 390... opinions? I know it would be easier to sell a 390 just b/c it is a big block and in the real world that is what true muscle car people want.

please stop using NADA for pricing on California Specials.

 

[RedGTvert]

please stop using NADA for pricing on California Specials.

Not just for CS's but for all cars. NADA is a joke and people should only use NADA for insurance purposes, and nothing more.

Contrary to popular belief, Big Blocks are not gold. Just look at the market and see what is going on. All cars, whether it be small block or big block are way off in sales and prices.

The only cars that seem to be holding thier own are resto-mods and clones, and they are still not bringing anywhere near what people have put into them.

 

[ahainline]

please stop using NADA for pricing on California Specials.

OK.. what would recommend then? I am just using what I know how to use.

 

[DeadStang]

Seams like a no brainer - 4000 or so GT/CS's, only 300 or so with the 390 engine option. X or S code, its still a big block.

Yep!

Hmmm, 289/decked out CS vs. low/no optioned big block CS...which to chose? #3 guesses and the 1st 2 don't count!