My 1976 Corvette IRS

They say you can't escape the tax man, and apparently, that applies to my garage floor, too. I’ve spent the last few weeks in a heated negotiation with the IRS—and no, I don’t mean the guys in suits. I’m talking about the Independent Rear Suspension on my 1976 Corvette.

It turns out that 48 years of "back taxes" (rust, failed bushings, and frozen mounts) have finally come due.

I’m currently finalizing the official Audit Report, which will be filed publicly on April 15th (Tax Day) on my YouTube channel. It’s a messy account involving:

• The Rookie Tax: Paying the price for 50-year-old components that refuse to move.

• The Nitwit Penalty: Why I used an adjustable wrench and why I’m not sorry about it.

• Toolbox Cardio: A full account of how many miles I walked just to find a 9/16" socket.

This isn't just a repair; it’s a survival story from the 25-inch clearance of my garage floor. If you’ve ever wrestled with a C3 rear suspension, you know the pain. If you haven’t... consider this a fair warning.

Mark your calendars for April 15th. The full filing goes live at 7:00 PM ET. In the meantime, I’ll be under the car settling my debt with a 4lb sledgehammer.

⏳ While you wait for the '76 results, check out how the '81 audit went a few years back. The tax code changed a bit between these models!

Why the 1980–1982 C3 is the Ultimate Entry Point

There is a legendary silhouette hiding in plain sight at every car show, often parked just a few rows down from the high-priced chrome bumpers of the late sixties. 

It’s sleek, it’s aerodynamic, and it’s currently the best "buy-in" for anyone looking to enter the Corvette hobby without taking out a second mortgage.

We’re talking about the 1980 to 1982 Corvettes.

While the "purists" are busy fighting over matching numbers on big-block engines they’re too terrified to actually start, a new generation of enthusiasts—mostly Gen Xers and savvy Millennials—is quietly snapping up these late-model C3s. 

Why? 

Because they’ve realized something the general public hasn't: these are some of the best-looking, most drivable Corvettes ever bolted together.

C3 Corvetes Under $20,000

Mecum Kissimmee is one of the largest and most active collector‑car auctions in the United States, drawing thousands of vehicles and an equally large crowd of enthusiasts, buyers, and sellers. 

Among the many Corvettes that cross the block each year, the C3 generation continues to attract strong interest thanks to its styling, availability, and relatively approachable price range.

This video focuses on C3 Corvettes that sold for under $20,000 during the event. All footage was recorded while the cars were on display, giving viewers a clear look at each vehicle before bidding began. 

These examples represent the more affordable end of the C3 market, and they offer a useful snapshot of what buyers were actually paying at a major auction.

Each Corvette is shown in the order it appears in the video, along with its selling price and lot number. 

For anyone researching late‑C3 values, comparing condition versus price, or following current trends in the Corvette market, this group provides a straightforward reference point based on real auction results.

C3 Corvettes of Mecum Kissimmee 2026

This video documents 67 C3 Corvettes that crossed the block at Mecum Kissimmee 2026, with 57 selling and 10 entering BGO (The Bid Goes On).

It serves as a full C3 Corvette market snapshot from the world’s largest collector car auction, with all Mecum hammer prices shown, including buyer fees.

Featured cars range from high‑dollar L88s to low-mileage survivors, restomods, Pace Cars, LT1s, Tri‑Powers, and more.

Every C3 filmed is included, whether it sold or went into Bid Goes On status.

For anyone tracking values or researching a purchase, this video provides real numbers.

Spring Daytona Turkey Run 2026

The 36th Annual Spring Daytona Turkey Run starts Friday, March 27 (8:00 am to 4:00 pm), then Saturday, March 28 from 8 am to 4 pm, and ends on Sunday, March 29 (8:00am to 2:00 pm).

Spectator admission to the Turkey Run is $15 per day for adults Friday and Saturday, and $10 on Sunday. Free admission for children 11 and under.

Car show, swap meet, car corral, artisian alley, hops and hoods, Easter egg hunt, and more.

For more information visit https://www.turkeyrun.com. You can purchase event tickets online.

1801 W International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114.