<VV> What's it worth guide in Clark's

[Russ Moorhouse]

How true is the "What's it worth guide" in Clarks Specialty catalog.  It
doesn't list prices, but is more a guide as to what car/model is more
collectable?

I've been considering selling my '65 Corsa coupe 140 hp for a '66 Monza
convertible 110 HP with auto.  Going by Clark's list my Corsa is ranked more
collectable and it has 7 original options out of the 10 they list as being
desirable options.  Also the car is still all stock (original motor, trans
and axle) with the protecto plate to prove it.  On the other hand the
convertible only has 2 of the desirable options (110 engine and power top),
but it has a restored interior, new tires, new Seth wires and a nice paint.
These were all things I had planned on doing to my Corsa.  The down side of
the convertible is the carbs need rebuilt, the "O" rings need replaced and
there's a transmission leak, things that have already been done on my Corsa.
Also the Monza has no history with it, whereas my Corsa has repair records
dating back to the original owner, with whom I have been in contact.

There were a lot more '65 Corsa Coupes made than '66 Monza convertibles, so
why is the Corsa listed as being more desirable

I can only have one car (small garage), and I like my Corsa Coupe, but in
the past I've owned numerous convertibles and have always enjoyed them.

I just wanted advice on what other's would do in this situation, and don't
say have 2 Covairs, because I won't let an old car sit out in the weather.

Russ Moorhouse
'65 Corsa coupe 140 HP
Kent Island, MD