Originally Posted by scottmoyer

Keith, just remember that the paint on the 1985 cars were not base coat/clear coat. You should be able to buff without any worries of paint delamination as you might remember from the early clear coated cars.

In regards to the chips, I would use a pointed toothpick to apply touch-up to the chip only. Try not to get any touch-up on the surrounding painted areas. After it dries, like 24 hours or more, lightly wetsand the area to level the surface. You can then buff the area and the chip will be gone. Good luck and the car is looking great.

Originally Posted by scottmoyer

I suggested to Keith that he put the chin spoiler on, and remove the plastics from the interior. The car has a history, but isn't required to remain in the state it was found. Like was already mentioned, the car has been partially prepped by just being cleaned and waxed. My opinion was to get the car in show worthy condition and keep it with record low miles. The GoodYear Gatorbacks would not be a good choice as the rubber would be deteriorating and unsafe. With the cleaning being done, not original rims, tires, floormats, etc, he is already past the part of "never been touched or prepped". Most shows would not expect to see an original 25 year old car show up on the original tires due to safety reasons, so get the car looking like you want to see it at shows and enjoy it. if that means driving it around locally, then so be it. You may never get this opportunity again! If I bought the car, I would also remove the grease markings from the windows, but only after pictures are taken. Are these markings from the factory or the transport company?

If you go to a show and see a super clean IROC-Z on display. You would be impressed. Then you get closer and see that the interior is also mint. Look at the odometer and see only a few hundred miles and you'd be drooling. Do you really think the same would be the case if the car was sitting at a show with plastic on the interior and the chin spoiler off? I don't think so.

Also, the car came with silver rims. Keith, don't forget that this car was designed for V, Z or W rated tires. Please don't put S, T or H rated tires on the car.

Originally Posted by IMissMy86TA

I totally disagree with the spoiler.. un restored cars even with the dust are the big thing in collectors circles. I read and follow auctions closely and I can tell you that leaving it like a barn find is the best way. I am kinda sad it was cleaned up. If you are looking to show it, yes, clean it up and put it nice, but if the owner wants value then it should of stayed in the truck!

Originally Posted by NEW-85IROC-Z

Hey guys,

It’s been a while since I have been online and thought I would give you a small update on the car. Haven’t really done much with the car lately, in fact, it has sat covered up since the last car show in the fall. I really need to get out there, put the battery charge on it, start it, and let it warm up for awhile.

Since warmer weather is upon us, I am going to be placing this car on Ebay this week. Not really sure which day yet, I would like to do it today if I have time. I had a guy interested in this car a few months ago, but he backed out. He said that he found a few low mileage cars with 10-20,000 miles on them for less money. Well, yea, but we are talking about two completely different cars! Anyway, like I said, since its getting warmer, I thought I would stick it on Ebay and see what it goes for. I will put a reserve on it of course so we don’t risk giving the thing away. I really don’t want to sell it, but for some reason the owner does. I personally think he should hold onto it for about 10 years or so, then I think it would bring some real money.

I was really looking forward to taking it to some more car shows this year, but who knows, maybe I will get to if it doesn’t bring some decent money on Ebay.

I will let you guys know when I list this car, so keep checking this thread...

Take care everyone!

"Quote" So when are you guy’s gunna put a big block in it?

We already did a few weeks ago, plus we slapped a supercharger on it, and then stuffed in a couple of turbo’s.....NOT!! LOL

Originally Posted by IROCZTWENTYGR8

I think an exception can be made here for the ebay link. Feel free to post it and the Classified link.

Originally Posted by osso12

Now I am really confused. "I did not realize I could not put a link to our web site, "
You can link ebay acutions to other sites normally without issue. OR at least you used to could.
Good Luck with the sale!

Originally Posted by IROCZTWENTYGR8

I think an exception can be made here for the ebay link. Feel free to post it and the Classified link.

Originally Posted by 58mark

with that much time left in the auction, I predict the winning bid will be $48,543.

Anybody else want to make a bold prediction?

Originally Posted by NEW-85IROC-Z

...The gentleman also proceeded to tell me that we would not get even close to what we are wanting...

Ya know, I have talked to a lot of people who have offered money for this car, but none of them have really been a thirdgen fan like most of the members here. They want it because they think they can steal it for a great price. Then, they start the downgrading process. Ya know, when someone starts talking about all the negatives of something in order to lessen its value, so you will think its worth less, and sell it for less. I have even had people on ebay email me and tell me it’s not very desirable because it’s not a fuel injected engine. If that’s true, then why do YOU want this car then?? LOL

Originally Posted by TOM-1LE

In almost every case, the person who ends up buying the car I have for sale is not one of the people who emailed me during the auction to waste my time with stupid questions or get into a debate with me. The final high bidder (especially on more expensive cars like this) generally knows what they want, they are knowledgable about what they are looking at, and they have the cash to buy it.

Originally Posted by F41eatsFords

Just checked the ebay listing, and right above it is an 85 IROC signed by a bunch of celebrities. here's the link:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Most-...item3a5965047e

He says, and I quote:
"I'm certain there are other low-mileage 1985 IROC Z Camaros out there (although probably not many with only 747 original miles)...".

I find it funny he's asking 200k for a car that has almost 200x more miles than this IROC. Granted, it's still something to brag about, and it IS signed by all those celebrities, but you'd think He'd check out other auctions going on at the SAME TIME before listing the mileage FIRST, before going on to explain the signatures.

I know the buyers of each car will be purchasing them for different reasons; they are each special in their own way. I just thought the irony of that statement was too much to let it slide.

Originally Posted by 90tararebird

I try to end all my auctions at 10:00 pm eastern time. I sell a lot on ebay(20 items a week) and this is the best time by far..

Originally Posted by hardon85

maybe this has been answered (but I don't feel like reading through all 395 posts again) and maybe you don't even want to answer this question. But I'm just curious what you are looking to get out of this car and I'm not looking for an exact number as this car is way out of my price range but I'm just curious what the car is worth to you or the actual owner, like 30 mid 30s or over 40.

Originally Posted by 91Firebug

I have seen the vid of this car, the ebay page and I am very impressed with the quality of its current condition, even with being in a trailer for so long. How would someone know to look in that trailer anyways? It looked like it had been sitting, but damn...that is one heck of a place to put a car like that.