The Chevrolet Corvette has been a dream car for many since it was first produced. Used Corvettes don’t go down in value either, they go up. Why is this car so fascinating to so many people?

The oldest Corvettes, those produced before 1984, show off the look and power of classic cars. The newer models have muscle, but fantastic handling and sporty looks. So you have a two-seater because it can appeal to a wide range of people. There are always those who are looking for the unique two-seat car.

If you’re shopping for a used Corvette, and you really want to buy one you found, have the car inspected by a competent mechanic with knowledge of Chevy Corvettes. Don’t take the car to a mechanic who only sees Japanese or European cars as he won’t know what to look for in a Corvette. Also make sure the mechanic is comfortable with the year of the used car. I know a mechanic who won’t touch a 1977 Corvette but will work on the newer models.

If I take the used Corvette in for inspection and find that the title is salvage or rebuilt, then I pass it on. Those cars are hard to resell and not worth the asking price. Mechanical problems are fine for some people because they like to fix their cars, but for others that would be a problem and cause them to reject the car.

It’s very hard to tell if you’re looking at a fully restored used Corvette with original parts or one that doesn’t use OEM parts. A good indicator is price, as faithfully restored used Corvettes are going to be expensive. Be sure to ask if the car has been certified by NCRS (National Corvette Restorers Society) or by Bloomington Gold. A certification from these means that people who know Corvettes have fully inspected the car and found it to be correct in every way.