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yeah really here Az there's a emissions problem that's very strict like California but most states have nothing..kind of unfair to spend so much to be legal but itz done..it a 25th anniversary c3 1978
got back my c3 finally...
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thanks to everyone I appreciate it . yes I am an owner now and invested some $$$ into the car
nice little car
L48 or L82 engine? Auto or 4 speed?
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I think the smaller standard engine
I think the smaller standard and it's automatic
I think the smaller standard and it's automatic
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hard to believe this is only 185 hp..
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am i right or wrong,
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thx to everyone thumbs 
Both engines were 350 ci (5.7 litre) but the L82 had some perks to bump it up to 220 hp. If it has the dual snorkel intake it may be the L82. Regardless. Either engine will get you where you are going faster than the law allows...lol...
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oh thx very much for the info..appreciate it very much 
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thumbsYou can check the GM Heritage Center for information packets on the older models Vehicle Information Kits - GM Heritage Center Vehicle Information Kits - GM Heritage Center. A download for the 1980 model is at https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/do...ion-kits/Corvette/1980-Chevrolet-Corvette.pdf https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/do...ion-kits/Corvette/1980-Chevrolet-Corvette.pdf
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well here I go again..got up this morning and wanted to start up my c3 and it wouldn't start. It went click click click click..but wouldn't start up. ok it was fine last week and started up but not today. so back to the shop with a vette that wouldn't start. it's kinda frustrating 
. anyone have any ideas what's going on with it? Is this expected every week or month? thanks...
. anyone have any ideas what's going on with it? Is this expected every week or month? thanks...
Could be as simple as a weak battery. First thing to check.
Check your battery terminals to make sure they’re clean and tightened. Sometimes it’s that simple.
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hmmm interesting. when the tow truck came I couldn't even figure out the battery was behind the drivers seat. omg I felt stupid..never thought to look at the manual lol. well I did see the battery it seemed ok I guess..thanks for the info
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hey guys I'm still waiting to hear why my C3 doesn't start. I have a question since I'm not knowledgeable on the subject..is it easy to diagnose this cars or not? like compared to newer cars..thanks for any responses..
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I don't think it's battery bc the gauge shows enough juice of course maybe the gauge is wrong too..lol
The answer isn't as straightforward as you might expect. In a very general sense they are easier because they are simpler. However, modern cars have self diagnostic capability which assist in defining the issue and the area of the car. Both car require an understanding and experience to correctly diagnose. A technician trained and experienced on your car might struggle to repair a new C8 and vice versa. But if you pitted them in a heads up diagnostic skills test my money would be on the modern tech to fix a C3 ahead of an 'old school' guy fixing a C8.
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that's very interesting insight thanks for that