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In NCRS parlance, this is known as a "survivor" car. They actually have judging for this type of vehicle--as long as it is a Corvette.
These are always curious relics, as the value and uniqueness is tied directly to their worn patina. The down side is that to keep the car "historical", one is better off not tampering with the historical components, either. The worst thing that could happen to this car is a restoration of any kind, including paint. Better suited for a collector if the car is, in fact, what it is represented to be.
I once had a conversation with Dana Mecum of Mecum auctions. I had purchased a Corvette Drag Car from his collection and I was drooling over a '65 Corvette Fuel Car that he owned that had 1,300 original miles. The discussion got down to low mile cars and their values. He told me that you always need to be suspicious of low mile cars---even if they are, in fact, true low mile cars. He said the mileage is low for a reason and that it is often due to damage, particulary water damage (flooding) or fire. He has seen this so many times in his auction business. He said there are very, very few cars that are bought and legitimately put away. Interesting thought from a guy who has seen it all.
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