[{"id": 3843658, "authorName": "Big_Len", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/big_len/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love it.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573519757, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843666, "authorName": "StealthSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stealthss/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Respect...", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573519880, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843669, "authorName": "LB1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lb1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a sleeper", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573519919, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843672, "authorName": "ThinksHesFast", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thinkshesfast/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sleeper: A car that your mom, your great aunt or grandmother drove but some fool, like most of us here, put in a massive engine and drive train to match. Love it and someone is going to have lots of fun with this one.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1573519977, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843676, "authorName": "SHOhobo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shohobo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is quite appealing....strong V8 power in a lightweight package. I recall these swaps back in the day...they even had NHRA Vega Funny Cars.\r\n\r\nGrowing up.....always liked the look of these especially in the 2dr wagon spec but alas no power. Would be a fun toy to own. GLWA!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573520000, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843681, "authorName": "Spudster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spudster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Boy we had a Vega delivery car, at the local Pharmacy I worked at as a kid. Used to go to the empty race track in the winter time to do donuts. This looks like wayyyy more fun and you don't need the snow...GLWTA", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1573520151, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843694, "authorName": "MrMitsu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrmitsu/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This was on here before....I\u2019m sure it\u2019s the same one, down to the murdered out tints. \r\n\r\nhttps://bringatrailer.com/2015/11/30/looks-stock-lt1-swapped-1976-chevrolet-vega/\r\n\r\nGLWTS.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1573520494, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843741, "authorName": "Bricklin2117", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bricklin2117/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow! I could have a V8 !! The one option that the Vega needed! These were mini Camaros and some of their cousins had V6 and V8 power. This should be as much fun as the Pontiac Sunbird coupe I had with a V8/4 speed swap. Kammback is so much more versatil and should be a blast to drive!! GLWTA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573521803, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843760, "authorName": "Mark_in_Thousand_Oaks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_in_thousand_oaks/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We had a '76 Vega GT, and it still wins the prize for the vehicle we've owned with the most rattles.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573521975, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843761, "authorName": "Rich_Truett", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rich_truett/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is really nice thought out and executed. I can't see any areas where second-rate work was done.\r\nThis is the perfect car for Detroit. \r\nI'd love to show those Subaru boys patrolling Woodward Avenue in their fart boxes a thing or two with this car...", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1573521983, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843791, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi BaT'ers (Is that a word?) :) @MrMitsu This Vega was mentioned on Bat before but this is the first time being listed for sale here. I saw it around that time at a dealer in Oklahoma, I drooled over it and saved the pics in my computers \"Vega folder\" but couldn't pull the trigger at that time. It disappeared for a couple years & then re-surfaced in Oregon. That's where I bought it from. I already had a 1971 Vega GT wagon (still do) but bought this one because of the build quality. I have a restoration shop and do this for a living so I can appreciate a good build when I see one. I would love to keep \"Willie\" (named by the builder) but have too many toys right now. Hopefully he goes to a good home.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1573522608, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843798, "authorName": "PDXBryan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pdxbryan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very, very cool indeed! Love the steelies and caps but coulda sworn they were 16\". \r\nGLWTA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573522774, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843812, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rich_Truett @PDXBryan Thanks for the kind words :) Willie is very well thought out and executed. The \"detailed build page\" link pretty much describes every thing that was done and why. Printed out it is over 30 pages. Gives all the parts used and sources as well. A good read for anyone interested in Willie...", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573523026, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843825, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Bricklin2117 It IS a blast to drive! Gets LOADS of attention at car shows and cruise nights because you don't see them on the street much any more, especially the wagons, but even more so when I pop the hood! WHOA! Is what I hear the most!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1573523298, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843831, "authorName": "Murphyds", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/murphyds/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had a 75 with a LT1 fastest sleeper in the neighborhood. This one is well done, what a find!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573523482, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843862, "authorName": "Critter81", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/critter81/", "bidAmount": 2500, "content": "$2,500 bid placed by Critter81", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573524213, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3843905, "authorName": "Nikrnic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nikrnic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow. I love Super Sleepers.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1573525388, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843921, "authorName": "StealthSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stealthss/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Basically a Holden Torana Estate, with a few more horses.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573526018, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843932, "authorName": "HealeyRick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/healeyrick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "NOT \"Willie the Wimp\"", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573526404, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843933, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@HealeyRick Nope! No wimp here!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573526459, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843945, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ShelteredV Ask and ye shall receive.... :)", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573526865, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843956, "authorName": "highmiles", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/highmiles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I read the header and still gasped at that lump under the hood! Geez!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573527174, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843959, "authorName": "ar1950", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ar1950/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I tried to convince the wife that this would be a good replacement for the Toyota. The lack of A/C didn't help my cause (Southern AZ, A/C is a must in the summer). Nice car. It should do well here.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573527208, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843963, "authorName": "Bentley52", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bentley52/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would get into so much trouble in this vega! With that Corvette Gen II LT1 I would go through sooo many tires. Nice lot @seller!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573527310, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843965, "authorName": "jsmithba", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jsmithba/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very cool. I expect to see this on Woodward next Summer, whether the buyer lives nearby or not. Perfect venue for it.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1573527326, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3843998, "authorName": "ShelteredV", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelteredv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well, with that said, how can I not enter the fray?!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573527959, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844001, "authorName": "ShelteredV", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelteredv/", "bidAmount": 2700, "content": "$2,700 bid placed by ShelteredV", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573527982, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3844021, "authorName": "uncledickie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/uncledickie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I really like this! I am seeking something quirky to tow my Bat Ariel, and I lusted for the recently BaTted 1930 Forduar. Unfortunately, that went out of my price range, but this might draw me in. GLWTS!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573528459, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844024, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ShelteredV. Fray Away! ?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573528562, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844120, "authorName": "rickaz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The color of the intake manifold and some other details seem to indicate that this is an LT4. That would mean 10% more horsepower and, of course, that would make this even more desirable than it already is. GLWTA!!!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573531903, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844131, "authorName": "David_C.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/david_c.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "IIRC, these weren't called \"wagons\", they were called \"Kammback\", whatever the heck that meant. My father recorded me on an old reel-to-reel tape asking what kind of car I wanted, and I told him a Vega Kammback GT. Hey, what did a 5 year old know? \r\n\r\nThis car is definitely a throwback to the guys who used to drop 327s into the early year Vegas -- typically '71 - '73. But this build is far more well done in ever aspect. The old 327 Vegas were almost always painted in grey primer and little was done to improve the suspension, brakes or interior. They'd certainly go fast, but they were incredibly scary vehicles, too. This build looks like it was very will thought through and done with a fit and finish to match. GLWTA!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573532291, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844139, "authorName": "joeveto", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joeveto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Anyone who has spent time around Corvettes, C3's in particular, knows the slam against the 76 Vette, beyond the low horsepower, was how it utilized the same steering wheel as in the Vega, just as this one has.\r\n\r\nAnd now here, in a wonderful turn of events, this Vega is utilizing an engine from a later Vette.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1573532460, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844163, "authorName": "traveler501", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/traveler501/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@David_C They were called \"Kammbacks\" as you rightly point out, because that's what they were. Have a look at the Ferrari 250 GTO, or Daytona Cobra, or later on the Triumph TR6. Then google \"kammback\"...it was a big thing back then. I had one of these back in the day and loved it! (despite a 2 speed automatic and unreliable choke solenoid).", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573533361, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844170, "authorName": "traveler501", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/traveler501/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I can well imagine the A/C is deleted and don't see any signs of it besides the stock vents inside the cabin. Has the seller looked into any options for adding A/C, vintage air or whatever? I'm in Arizona and would need it, just curious if there's any room anywhere to pull it off (myself, later)?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573533634, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844182, "authorName": "GCorp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gcorp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love it! What a nice wagon coupe with a serious motor.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573533884, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844196, "authorName": "Mustang15", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mustang15/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car is the RIP VanWinkle of sleepers.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1573534594, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844209, "authorName": "mikey1atl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikey1atl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The Vega might well have lived on for several more years if Chevy had released an engine option like this. Very well done.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573535361, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844227, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@traveler501. The cars builder lived in Texas and mentioned doing the seats in cloth due to the Texas heat He did also mention installing A/C at a later date. \r\nThe engine bay is pretty tight so could it be done? There is room below the alternator...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573536300, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844265, "authorName": "trusted_one", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trusted_one/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wonder if the front end collision was with the side of the same mountain that a certain Darwin Award nominee who mounted JATO rockets on his car crashed in to? \"Speed Kills\" but maybe in the case of this Vega, it was only a flesh wound.\r\n\r\nWhere was this thing when I was in High School trying to make a slightly dishonest living on Main Street?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573539785, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844270, "authorName": "nowhere", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nowhere/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was expecting a different LT-1 under the hood - but this one seems to work just fine.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573540391, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844326, "authorName": "Sjalabais", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjalabais/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Handy little powerful wagon. Paint it golden brown and you earn the Jalop Jackpot. Awesome!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573553857, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844340, "authorName": "3Pedalonly", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/3pedalonly/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Little Willie, Willie won\u2019t go slow", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573556948, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844394, "authorName": "craZee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A Vega with a V8 ran into something? What a surprise!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1573562644, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844468, "authorName": "West-Coaster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/west-coaster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@traveler501 \r\n\"I can well imagine the A/C is deleted and don\u2019t see any signs of it besides the stock vents inside the cabin.\"\r\n\r\nThis does not seem to be a car that ever had factory air. It has the standard heater/defrost control panel, and the cubby above the radio instead of the center vents A/C Vegas had. (Those side vents were on all of them - part of GM's \"flow-through ventilation\" of the era.)\r\n\r\nVery rarely did anyone start with a Vega with factory air when doing a V8 conversion, or if they did, they'd have to remove the evaporator case and modify the firewall. It intruded pretty far into the engine bay, which is the reason you couldn't get air in the Cosworth Vega. (Its intake system wouldn't clear. The regular Vega had both the intake and exhaust on the driver's side, a la the Datsun Z's of the era, so the entire passenger side of the engine was \"naked\" for the most part.)\r\n\r\nCOULD you rig up an aftermarket system of some sort? I'm sure it could be done, as all it takes is money. But we're probably talking many thousands, once you found someone with the skills and desire to tackle it.)\r\n\r\nGLWTS", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573565467, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844570, "authorName": "MaxFester", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maxfester/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I remember racing these (stock) with my 77 Celia hatchback in high school.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573567869, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844645, "authorName": "freakinutz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/freakinutz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "it was bound to happen and one day it did......", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573569222, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844755, "authorName": "Cytoboy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cytoboy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If this would pass SMOG in California, I would consider driving it daily. Really cool car! I remember my parents purchasing a light tan 4 cylinder version back in the day. Paint quality was not the greatest, as I recall the finish felt something like sandpaper. In some areas the finish was missing altogether. Best wishes to all involved in the sale.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573571147, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844813, "authorName": "sonosml", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sonosml/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Back in the 80\u2019s my now ex-brother in law stuck a V8 in to a Vega. So out of curiosity I opened this auction. I about soiled myself when I saw the owner is from Merrillville IN, I grew up in Crown Point the next town over. What are the chances.... I doubt it\u2019s the same car. GLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573572281, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844847, "authorName": "johnbennett103", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnbennett103/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I remember guys doing v8 swaps back in high school to Pintos and Vegas, but not this nice. GLWS", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573572922, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844851, "authorName": "AlfaZagato", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfazagato/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a nice build, but Vega's aren't sleepers anymore. Too well known. I see a Vega floating around, I keep my head down. Same with Novas, to be honest.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573573063, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844874, "authorName": "jim1274", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jim1274/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019ve actually seen this car several times at local car shows and in the seller\u2019s shop. It\u2019s a very nice clean and well sorted out car\u2014somebody is going to get a nice car and enjoy it a lot. \r\n\r\nThe seller has worked on my 1970 Falcon that I found right here on BAT in May, 2014. He also did a restoration of my 1969 Fairlane a few years back. I couldn\u2019t be happier in my dealings with him. Great honest guy.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1573573436, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844873, "authorName": "rickaz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@nowhere Here is a link to LT-1 history: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_LT-1 And now there is the LT 1 (?). I think that's how it is designated but, like those people who refer to a 200 4R transmission as a 200 R4, I am often confused by Chevy's nomenclature. GLWTA!!!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573573546, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844911, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@West-Coaster You are correct! This car did NOT have A/C from the factory. My 1971 Vega GT wagon did but the evaporator case needed to go when the original owner wanted to step up his game & install a V6 with a 5 speed. No room for the case anymore. \r\nAnd like you say, ANYTHING can be done. It's just time & money. Sometimes a lot of both!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573573965, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844929, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@sonosml Hi neighbor! (ex neighbor?) This car came out of Texas originally so not your ex brother-in-laws. But I might have seen his around since I've lived here all my life. \r\nHard to believe the 80's were almost 40 years ago. Yikes! Thanks for the GL!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573574272, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844952, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@craZee Ha-Ha! You slay me! ;) \r\nFor as much power as this car has, the 4-wheel power vented disc brake set-up is absolutely AMAZING! Brings it to a halt quick and straight! Kudo's to the builder for sorting out the right combination...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573574719, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844982, "authorName": "craZee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@carmann944, my comment was directed at the type of people who would build a car like this, not at the car. Cars don't crash themselves!\r\nI drive a 240Z with an LS swap so I get it man! Awesome car!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573575155, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3844991, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@johnbennett103 You are dead on! I searched for years before finding my 1971 GT wagon, then this one. Most conversions are done pretty sloppy with NO regard to braking or handling. Drag cars are another case totally. I've seen ALOT of them done to a pretty high standard, but that's not was I was looking for. I wanted a pretty stock looking car without the poor design \"features\" that the original had. This one adds fuel injection & overdrive to get a claimed 20 mpg on the hi-way by the builder who drove it from Abilene Texas to Louisville when he was flying for UPS (their hub is in Louisville)\u2026\r\nGotta love having your cake & eating it too!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1573575259, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3845001, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@craZee Your Z has to be a hot rocket as well! Love the styling of those 240's \r\nThanks for the Kudo's !!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573575423, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3845132, "authorName": "Danczak", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/danczak/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I remember doing track day at Cayuga in Ontario a few years back with a few of my friends. One of my friends was driving a Cobb tuned WRX and certainly acted cocky. He got himself in to a heads up pass against a guy driving a maroon Vega, I think actually same year. I tried to warn him. To be honest I may have downplayed the warning a bit, because every one of us wanted to see him humbled. The second he heard that Vega at the line you could see the look of \"Ruh rohh,\" a la Scooby Doo, in his eyes. That Vega absolutely demolished him, and every person in our group high-fived the owner/driver when he came back. Dumb story, but good God was it funny. @carman944 love this ride, brought back one heck of a good memory for me. Thanks for that and for putting this wee monster up on here!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1573577711, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3845152, "authorName": "sonosml", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sonosml/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@carman944. The car was and absolute hoot! Not nearly as nice as your example. After I posted I scrolled through. Amazing car. I\u2019m into vintage Fiats. Otherwise this car would be for me. Yes Ex-neighbors, I moved to Iowa in \u201885 but get home a couple times a year.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573578115, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3845189, "authorName": "jrwissler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jrwissler/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had a LT-1 in a 1968 Camaro SS back in high school. Bought a non-running Camaro only to discover, after investing a lot of time and some money, that the stock 350 block was cracked. Bought a LT-1 short block and 202 slant plug heads from Ron Tonkin Chevrolet in Portland. That motor SCREAMED !!! Faster car I have ever been in and it's pretty amazing I survived my ownership. Would love to hear that motor roar again. From the description this sounds like an LT 1 which I'm sure is a fine motor but I have fond memories of my LT-1.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573578818, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3845193, "authorName": "Mike_Breinin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_breinin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very clean. I love the COPO white on white look with the painted steel wheels. I would rather see an LS in there, but the LT1 swap is very well done and I don't see any reason to change it up. I am sure this car is a riot.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573578849, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3845363, "authorName": "DBAOne", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dbaone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'll bet this goes like stink.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573581362, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3845635, "authorName": "carstruck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carstruck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is an interesting one. The V8 Vega that many considered building but few carried through. Nice job. Great burnout machine, glwa", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573584947, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3845782, "authorName": "mike_rockwell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_rockwell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Finally a well done/detailed Vega wagon, perfect just the way it sits, like the exhaust, not just an afterthought, & understand the lack of exhaust space underneath. No multiple requests for what it will do under acceleration, & it didn't try & get out of control. I recall a limited availability of factory small block Vegas. I remember notch-back Vegas with a trunk lid, slant/hatch-back, hatch lifted, but a wagon, the ultimate for a street car. Oh, for those that like to use the excuse, not to buy, because the garage is to small, this will fit. Can't imagine a 4cyl. with factory A/C, now wouldn't that have been a real rocket. Sometimes you just have to suffer, if you want to be sneaky fast. GLWTA, a great piece.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1573586212, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3846018, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mike_rockwell Thanks for the kind words! I agree with you (somewhat biased) that this is nearly perfect. Good looks, plenty of GO, decent mileage, endless comments from on-lookers, no carburetor problems & room to haul all our stuff to car shows (chairs, detail kit, snacks, etc) . And since the wife & I tend to like smaller cars, we have 7 in a 3 car garage! Creative storage at it's finest :)\r\nOne of the reasons to let this one go. It IS a bit crowded in there...", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1573587664, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3846977, "authorName": "reedo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/reedo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jrwissler this LT1 is gen2- aluminum head, reverse direction cooling, optispark ign (no rear distributor) very much different from the gen1 LT1 you had.\r\n\r\nThis vega needs a CTS- V LOGO! nothing to dislike here... Good luck with sale!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1573593662, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3847183, "authorName": "mjtree411", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjtree411/", "bidAmount": 2800, "content": "$2,800 bid placed by mjtree411", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573594945, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3847570, "authorName": "tta1387", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tta1387/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by tta1387", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573598367, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3847635, "authorName": "Siowner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/siowner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think that whoever built this car really deserves a pat on the back. Not only to shoe-horn a 5.7 litre V8 and all it's weight and cooling needs, but make it look like a totally stock car afterwards is a remarkable achievement.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1573599138, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3847697, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Siowner I feel the same. I mentioned I have a restoration shop and do this for a living. I didn't want the roll cage, wheel tubbed, hood scoop look. Clients bring me Franken-Cars quite often and I have to give them bad news at times. So I can spot a DUD pretty easily. This car and the detail of the build pushed all the right buttons for me. The detail build page is a good read. Not many cars have that much info about the work performed. Explains everything he did and why. Kudo's to him for not only doing it, but documenting all of the challenges he encountered. Good going Dave!", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1573599946, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3847713, "authorName": "kstadelman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kstadelman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great looking Kamback. I had a 76 Kamback in metallic lime green with a 327 back in the day. I remember coming home from a friends with a lot of race parts in the back and a sofa tied to the roof. Ended up behind a hot purple 383 Dodge and a Firebird at a light out in the middle of nowhere. They took off from the light side by side, tires smoking, really hauling. Eventually the Dodge looks in his rear view mirror and this stock lime green station wagon with a sofa is sitting right on his back bumper at around 80. Last I saw he'd pulled off and was popping the hood thinking he'd picked up a boat anchor somewhere. 327 Vega's were still sleepers in those days. Couldn't keep tires under that car.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1573600066, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3847729, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@kstadelman Wow! That's a HOOT! Like VW Bugs, there were a lot of Vega's made and we hear other owners stories all the time. But yours makes a great visual in my mind!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573600188, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3847731, "authorName": "ShelteredV", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelteredv/", "bidAmount": 6150, "content": "$6,150 bid placed by ShelteredV", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573600198, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3847990, "authorName": "FullSizeL72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fullsizel72/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow...\"White Heat\"", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573605573, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3848411, "authorName": "West-Coaster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/west-coaster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mike_rockwell \n\"I recall a limited availability of factory small block Vegas.\"\n\nYou're thinking of the Monza, on the same platform. It had a V8 option almost from the get-go (mid-year '75) until the last ones in 1980. And that was one case where California buyers got something BETTER than the rest of the country. In the 1975 model year only, Chevy's new 262 cubic inch V8 was available in the Monza, but it couldn't meet California's emissions standards. So at the last minute they started selling Monzas here with a 350, albeit with a tiny Rochester 2 bbl carb on top, auto trans only, and a laughably high rear end ratio to keep fuel mileage acceptable. Only a tiny \"5.7 Liter\" badge on each front fencer gave things away. \n\nBy '76, the 305 was out, and that became a 50-state engine starting then.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573617482, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3848828, "authorName": "Infinitilover44", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/infinitilover44/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a true sleeper car! From the outside, nobody can see its powered by a corvette!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573652493, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3848857, "authorName": "Jack659831", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jack659831/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have never seen a \u201cfactory, OEM \u201c V8 Vega. Monza\u2019s all day long.\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573653128, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3849182, "authorName": "Patrick01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/patrick01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I just bought a new-to-me car, using my '95 Corvette LT1 as the trade material, so I'm out of the pool currently for buying anything in the price range I see this beauty going. I can't see anything I'd change at all...except adding the aftermarket air conditioning...that's kind of a requirement in my part of the planet. With that LT1 and the car's overall weight, the acceleration would be right on par with my old '95 'Vette, as would the mileage claim of 20 (my car got 28 highway!). Very cool little Vega longroof, GLWTS!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573659677, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3849561, "authorName": "mjtree411", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjtree411/", "bidAmount": 6250, "content": "$6,250 bid placed by mjtree411", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573666066, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3849793, "authorName": "RWD-FTW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rwd-ftw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love it.\r\n\r\n\"Hey honey I was thinking of picking up a little wagon for around town running....\"", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573670543, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3851889, "authorName": "mike_rockwell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_rockwell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@West-Coaster, well I got myself into this so here it is, I wasn't totally wrong. In July 1972, Hot Rod magazine tested a prototype Vega fitted with an all aluminum V8, the last of several 283ci (4.6L) units used in the CERV I research & development vehicle. Bored out to 302ci (4.9L), it had high compression pistons, \"097\" Duntov\" mechanical lifter camshaft, cast iton 4brl intake manifold, & a Quadrajet carb. With stock Turbo Hydramatic, stock Vega rear end, & street tires, the car ran sub, 14 second 1/4 mile runs. I'll take one today, or better yet buy this listed BaT Vega.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573687363, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3852141, "authorName": "West-Coaster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/west-coaster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mike_rockwell\r\n\r\nI think ONE example, a prototype, lent to a magazine, definitely stretches the definition of \"limited availability.\" LOL", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573693240, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3852647, "authorName": "Dave_P6999", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dave_p6999/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How big a job is it to change out the OptiSpark in this? Looks pretty tight in there. It's a chore in a Corvette, this looks much more fussy. Opti is the big ugh-known with the 2gen LT1", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573708697, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3855524, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Dave_P6999 If the Opti-Spark needed service it would probably be about the same as on the Corvette. \nOnce the water pump is removed there is quite enough room to do the job. \nThe worst part for BOTH cars is the clamshell hood design as it does not allow you to work over the grill, you have to work from the side with can be a bit of a pain in the ... you know!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1573767083, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3856529, "authorName": "yotafan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yotafan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Some cars are perfect just the way they are, this is a great build. Kudos on the burnout video, sweet", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1573776416, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3857080, "authorName": "kstadelman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kstadelman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yeah but the clamshell hood meant we could run with the hood popped about 4 inches to help get rid of some of the hot air generated by a V8. Plus it looked cool!\r\nI thought I could tow my race car with this setup. Turns out a 2000 lb car on an 800 lb trailer if it gets to swaying on a wet street can get me in trouble real fast.\r\nStill, if this had air...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573790251, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3857278, "authorName": "ktm_rick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ktm_rick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can this be registered in California?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573800504, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3857636, "authorName": "atikovi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/atikovi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love the sleeper look with dog dish hubcaps.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573827679, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3860277, "authorName": "Cat_In_The_Bathtub", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cat_in_the_bathtub/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "this brings me back to my high school years when a V8 vega was a common car....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573855702, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3860923, "authorName": "waveydavey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/waveydavey/", "bidAmount": 6350, "content": "$6,350 bid placed by waveydavey", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573861394, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3861052, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Photos of a magazine feature have been added to the gallery.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1573864829, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3861508, "authorName": "NoBea93", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nobea93/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This could become my fourth V8 Vega, I built the other three and this one blows them away. Mine were pretty well 'scienced' out, mind you, but they were built 1979-81. The suckiest one had a 327 while the other two had Olds 215 aluminum V8s which weighed 27 pounds less than the Vega 2.3. We were able to solve the chassis flex and spread issues rather elegantly, but there was no way we could get them to stop. For the thought and craftsmanship put into the brakes this one's a real winner, let alone all the other good bits.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1573880395, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3861574, "authorName": "Dobb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dobb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The only good Vega is a modified Vega! Burnout demo kinda' made me cringe, but it certainly looks fun.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573884224, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3862017, "authorName": "ROKTEER", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rokteer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Incredible car. I see A/C vents, but no compressor. Is it buried up front?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573916210, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3862034, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ROKTEER The car does not have A/C as mentioned in the previous comments. The vents were part of the \"flow thru ventilation\" used back in the day. The same reason for the outer vents (louvers) in the rear quarter panels. The builder was interested in installing A/C at some time but it never materialized during his ownership. \r\nWe just ride with the windows down and enjoy the looks we get!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573916618, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3862052, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Dobb Yea, It kinda' made me cringe a bit too as I really don't beat on my cars. That's the most I've turned the tires in my ownership. I just wanted to show potential buyers that the car can perform, with NO issues... Goes link stink & stops like a rock!", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1573916869, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3862055, "authorName": "ROKTEER", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rokteer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "OK thanks. did not see it in previous comments that were within view.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573916887, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3862496, "authorName": "mike_rockwell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_rockwell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Chevy's of the Forties, sells an A/C unit that mounts in a trunk or in the back of a wagon. They have a web site & that unit is shown & described. As already stated, an under the hood unit would be difficult, space wise, but I guess anything is possible.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573927872, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3862568, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 6550, "content": "$6,550 bid placed by GeorgeLyons", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1573930571, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3862573, "authorName": "Dave_P6999", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dave_p6999/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ktm_rick\r\n\"Can this be registered in California?\"\r\n\r\nNo. 1976 and up require emissions compliance. This is not a complying engine change under California regulations.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1573930733, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3863446, "authorName": "Tambourello", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tambourello/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "very cool ride. The steelies w hub caps are perfect", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1573998795, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3863455, "authorName": "Mgaguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mgaguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The perfect little wagon for those Saturday trips to Home Depot", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1573999025, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3863492, "authorName": "JoeManesJr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joemanesjr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Free Willie !!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1574000538, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3863507, "authorName": "KenO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/keno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This was Oscar Koveleski's dream car ... The technology was different back then ...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574001017, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3863526, "authorName": "Davey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/davey/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Question for the Seller. Did you order those seat covers from GM? If not where did you get them? They look like the same covers that used to be on the Berlinetta Camaros.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574001995, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3863544, "authorName": "Davey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/davey/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Never mind seller I saw where the interior was done in the description", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574002666, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3863578, "authorName": "Latest_Trend", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/latest_trend/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How many M.P.T. do you get? (Miles per Tire)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574003863, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3863588, "authorName": "Bbatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bbatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great build - tight under hood. Ever taken it on the highway for extended periods? Could I drive it back to Chicago?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574004062, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3863642, "authorName": "philbo427", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/philbo427/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Man, such a clean build. Looks almost like it was factory built if they came with FI V8s back then. Practical as a wagon too! Such a cool little car!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574006082, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3863725, "authorName": "badbmw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/badbmw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "'Upgraded front suspension to that from a 1978 Sunbird'.....Hmmn. Kudo's for the all wheel discs but how does it handle the twisties at speed?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574009676, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3863803, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Latest_Trend Depends on your R.F.P. \r\n(Right Foot Pressure). ??", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574012396, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3863817, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Bbatt We have taken Willie to several car shows an hour or so away with NO issues. The builder drove it from Texas to Kentucky so I think a 40 mile drive to Chicago would be easy peasy ! ?\r\n@badbmw With low weight, fat tires & beefy sway bars front & rear, Willie handles very well. Also note it has subframe connectors just inboard of the rockers. Hardly noticeable but they tie the front & rear together like glue.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1574013210, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3864470, "authorName": "Paul_Blouin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/paul_blouin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Tidy conversion.\r\n\r\nPlenty of room behind those front seats if you do another one though...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574048654, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3864828, "authorName": "sliktrak", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sliktrak/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hello,\r\nNice Vega! I have a couple of questions and a request. I\u2019ll start with the request. Is it possible for you to measure and post the height from wagon floor to ceiling and the opening into the rear of the car for me? Sometimes I need to carry a wheelchair with me, and I need to know if it\u2019ll fit. \r\n\r\nAlso, do you know the approximate horsepower of the engine? Is there any dyno sheet information? I\u2019m sure that even if it is very mild, Willie runs like a beast!\r\n\r\nLastly, is Willie a good candidate to tub, so that wider rear tires could be used if desired? \r\n\r\nThank you for your response in advance. I look forward to it!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574089389, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3864836, "authorName": "ferrous8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrous8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I hope this doesn't go RNM . Someone will be missing out on eating up obnoxious rice grinders for breakfast . As for the video why cringe this build is meant to burn the tires and have fun .", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1574089655, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3864887, "authorName": "Tognot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tognot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\u201c can this be registered in CA ?\u201d \r\nOne reply was \u201cno\u201d... why not ? If this motor/ transmission combination was available in a passenger car, the same year or newer than the Vega AND all components are transferred in the swap, it is considered an \u201cupgrade\u201d for emissions.\r\nMaybe i missed something..", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574090926, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3864920, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As for the California issue, I am not up on ALL of their emission rules. A friend in AZ just bought a 1980 Toyota 4X4 Pick-up and it failed the emission test by a whisker. He WAS able though to license it as an \"antique\" due to being over 25 years old. Therefore emissions exempt...\n\nI DO know that being computer controlled & fuel injected that the exhaust has to be WAY cleaner than it was back in 1976! Might have to add a catalytic convertor though. \nSeems strange with CA being THE place for the car culture. Lots of transformed vehicles are out there since that's where it all started years ago...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1574091768, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3865023, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@sliktrak The tailgate opening at the tail lights (narrowest point) is 42\" wide, 25\" tall. It is about 3\" wider just above the tail lights, and 5 feet from tailgate to back of front seats. We carry an electric ride on cooler to some shows along with our detail kit, chairs, etc. \r\nThere is quite a bit of room with the rear seat folded down, but NO 4x8 plywood sheets :)\r\n\r\nNO dyno sheet but the 1996 LT1 was rated at 275hp. I'm thinking with the dedicated ECU & 3\" Flowmaster its around 300hp. I had a 1996 SLP LT1 Camaro & this \"feels\" faster. \r\nI'm sure the lighter weight has a lot to do with that...\r\n\r\nAs for tubbing, Willie is set up SO well that I think that would take away from his \"balance\" .\r\n(and cost a ton). Just my 2 cents as I am a HUGE big tire fan.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1574094262, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3865028, "authorName": "bhiggs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bhiggs/", "bidAmount": 6650, "content": "$6,650 bid placed by bhiggs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574094354, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3865047, "authorName": "reedo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/reedo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m not in Cali or an expert but I\u2019ve read on a 2nd gen body forum a guy who successfully passed a 1978 camaro with a 1994 LT1. LT1 in Vega needs all emissions from the year the LT1 came out. Obviously this one is missing Catylitic converter. For\r\nthat year, we\u2019re there 2? The fuel system needs same features and controls the LT1 engine/vehicle had...i.e. fuel evap system. Can\u2019t see if any other engine emissions may have been removed and deleted from PCM. The cold air intake may pass...of course I am not positive if you could even start the process if a V8 was never offered in a Vega wagon. It is ridiculous, this engine has far less emissions than the original. Good\r\nLuck, this looks like a blast to drive!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1574094860, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3865074, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 6995, "content": "$6,995 bid placed by GeorgeLyons", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574095476, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3865154, "authorName": "Scooty44", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scooty44/", "bidAmount": 7100, "content": "$7,100 bid placed by Scooty44", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574097349, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3865254, "authorName": "GeoStr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/geostr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seeing this brought back some memories of many decades ago when I was a wee lad in my Porsche 914 driving home northbound up the Chuckanut Drive from Bellingham to Anacortes, WA. in the PNW. About 1/3 of the way in I noticed a grey Vega closing in, so naturally I had to step into it a bit for honors sake. But the Vega kept coming until it was on my tail. I step into it more now because, as anyone knows, a bumper-rider is a challenge. Lucky this was an early morning jaunt so traffic was non existant. The Porsche 914 with the smaller motor was no road burner, but corner it could and the Chuckanut is all about corners. The rest of the drive was a never ending series of me leaving him in the corners and him catching me by the next one. I was mortified that it was able to even do that. Later someone explained to me that 'those Vega's are good for V8 conversions\". I thought \"oh yeh !!\" I love my MGB V8 sleeper now. This car looks a hoot. And a great seller to boot. GLWA.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1574099912, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3865397, "authorName": "ss454cb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ss454cb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I see ac vents inside. Does it have ac and or heat?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574102487, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3865667, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ss454cb No on the A/C, (covered in depth in the previous comments) but heater works just fine...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574105351, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3865676, "authorName": "SILOmike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/silomike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is such a much better package than my beige-over-beige '77 wagon that could be pulled by a garbage truck in the quarter and got 50 miles to the quart. No, really.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574105494, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866062, "authorName": "Almostchuck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/almostchuck/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by Almostchuck", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574108998, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866077, "authorName": "Hoopy5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hoopy5/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just watched the YouTube clip, twice......is this Vega equipped with a Flux Capacitor? I'm thinking 88 MPH may be more fun than we know.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1574109084, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866321, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 7666, "content": "$7,666 bid placed by GeorgeLyons", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574111245, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866363, "authorName": "MikeOL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikeol/", "bidAmount": 7800, "content": "$7,800 bid placed by MikeOL", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574111590, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866437, "authorName": "Almostchuck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/almostchuck/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "$8,000 bid placed by Almostchuck", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574112192, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866452, "authorName": "MikeOL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikeol/", "bidAmount": 8100, "content": "$8,100 bid placed by MikeOL", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574112414, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866506, "authorName": "mpda1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mpda1/", "bidAmount": 8250, "content": "$8,250 bid placed by mpda1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574112847, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866558, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well, we are down to the last 30 minutes where most of the action takes place. I want to personally thank everyone for the enormous amount of positive comments about Willie! \r\nHe is truly a special car and if he does sell, he will surely be missed!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574113300, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866596, "authorName": "MikeOL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikeol/", "bidAmount": 8400, "content": "$8,400 bid placed by MikeOL", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574113705, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866623, "authorName": "Almostchuck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/almostchuck/", "bidAmount": 8500, "content": "$8,500 bid placed by Almostchuck", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574114054, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866656, "authorName": "Classic_Car_Guy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classic_car_guy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I want to congragulate you on such an honest well presented job with your BAT listing of Willie and I look forward to any future listings. I've actually been familiar with BAT since my friend listed and successfully sold some cars for me starting in 2013.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574114570, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866659, "authorName": "fullcourse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fullcourse/", "bidAmount": 8650, "content": "$8,650 bid placed by fullcourse", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574114587, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866673, "authorName": "MikeOL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikeol/", "bidAmount": 9000, "content": "$9,000 bid placed by MikeOL", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574114825, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866683, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 9100, "content": "$9,100 bid placed by GeorgeLyons", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574114960, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866685, "authorName": "fullcourse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fullcourse/", "bidAmount": 9250, "content": "$9,250 bid placed by fullcourse", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574114963, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866688, "authorName": "MikeOL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikeol/", "bidAmount": 9500, "content": "$9,500 bid placed by MikeOL", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574114998, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866694, "authorName": "fullcourse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fullcourse/", "bidAmount": 9650, "content": "$9,650 bid placed by fullcourse", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574115072, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866695, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gotta love this site for the privilege of allowing all of us viewers to be a fly on the wall\r\n\r\nBest to the seller & bidders", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1574115077, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866701, "authorName": "mjtree411", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjtree411/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "this is a nail biter", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574115117, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866702, "authorName": "MikeOL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikeol/", "bidAmount": 9800, "content": "$9,800 bid placed by MikeOL", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574115119, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866707, "authorName": "fullcourse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fullcourse/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by fullcourse", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574115178, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866708, "authorName": "ShelteredV", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelteredv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "c'mon guys! kick it up!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574115187, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866714, "authorName": "MikeOL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikeol/", "bidAmount": 10300, "content": "$10,300 bid placed by MikeOL", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574115233, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3866722, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mjtree411\r\n\r\nGeorge Carlin quote: \"I don't bite my nails - I pull them out with pliers\"", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574115268, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866729, "authorName": "mjtree411", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjtree411/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would love to have this car but it seems I'm not the only one, geeez.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574115334, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866731, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 11/18/19 at $10,300", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574115355, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 3866735, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This should be an interesting round of comments now", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574115385, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866753, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'll start\r\n\r\nThe money spent on the build doesn't come close to the bid to price\r\n\r\nI fully understand it", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1574115528, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866767, "authorName": "NoBea93", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nobea93/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm glad it didn't sell for what I could bid. It's worth much more.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574115647, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866771, "authorName": "Mack_the_Knife", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mack_the_knife/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fair enough, I'd like to come revisit this little beauty in the future. Just not the right time right now.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574115663, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866777, "authorName": "ShelteredV", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelteredv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now that it's over, can I ask about the red 72 in the picture next to the white one? That's the year I likey...\n\nQuite surprised the bidding stopped where it did, this car has a lot of time, money , and effort into it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574115833, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866811, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ShelteredV I was quite surprised as well. With almost 20,000 page views and 783 watching I thought we'd be bidding Willie a fond farewell. ???\r\nI was considering putting my 1971 wagon up next but not sure of my next move for now...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1574116078, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866841, "authorName": "ShelteredV", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelteredv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ah, if the white car was a 71 or 72, I would be willing to bet it would bring well north of 20k. I would love some detail on the red car, post that bad boy up, I will definitely go deep on that one. As nice as the white car is, I'm not sure it's nearly as desirable as the first 2 years. Cut the bumper in two, make it a split bumper and it's hot as hell...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574116431, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866859, "authorName": "bjeff77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bjeff77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Agree about the red one!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574116486, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3866881, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ShelteredV The 71 is a CA car. 50,000 miles ZERO rust. Converted to a GM 3.2L V6 with a Cosworth 5-speed.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1574116670, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3867025, "authorName": "ShelteredV", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelteredv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Whoa. Any notion of putting it up here?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574117734, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3867087, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ShelteredV Not sure. I am a bit underwhelmed by Willie's results based on the interest he generated. I know the early cars are more sought after but thinking maybe time of year put some bidders off ???\r\nI have never let the seasons make my buying decisions but a friend listed his 65 Vette here last fall= RNM. BaT allowed him to relist last spring with a tire/wheel change & it brought $8,000 more. Not sure if should wait or....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574118191, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3867152, "authorName": "MikeOL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikeol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was high bid. Send me an email if you want to sell before spring. \r\nThanks, Mike", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1574118790, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3867705, "authorName": "maximus11x", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maximus11x/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I watched this car all day and got called into a meeting right before it ended. Was really looking forward to bidding on this car, love Vegas with the V8", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574131523, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3867874, "authorName": "Fredframe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fredframe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I doubt you would ever get back the money invested in this build. Been there many times and you have to know upfront that you will never get the investment back, but go out and enjoy the car that you built.\r\n They were around $2500 new and not that good of a car to begin with. \r\nIt's a Vega, not a Corvette, Nova, Chevelle or Camaro.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1574136963, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3867901, "authorName": "Diocars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diocars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What would it take to buy or have you sealed a deal with high bidder?\r\nRespectfully \r\nDiocars", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1574138413, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5407109, "authorName": "simple9rts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/simple9rts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@carman944 How\u2019s the Acty you bought last year treating you? Any interest in moving on from it!?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1606979523, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5407922, "authorName": "carman944 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carman944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@simple9rts Wow! Surprised you found me here! :) The Acty has become one of our favorite vehicles (and we have 13) along with our 1990 Honda Today, also bought on BaT.\r\nIt brings a smile to us and everyone that see's it. I've done a tire/wheel package on both to make them look a bit \"cooler\" as well as some other minor personal touches. \r\nSo unfortunately we don't want to part with it. Sorry. \r\nI see you bid on the blue one (I liked that one too!) and commented on the Acty van.\r\nThe Acty Street Van is what we are looking for next... Low miles & clean. \r\nThanks for your interest, I wish BaT could somehow allow members to be able to contact each other outside of the auction process. \r\nWish I could post some pics though... :(", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1607011550, "type": "comment"}]