1973 Chevrolet Caprice Classic review from North America
"This car is as safe as being in a Sherman tank"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Heater hoses & lower radiator hose needed to be replaced after 30 years.
Replaced upper radiator hose.
Replaced valve cover gasket.
Bought 4 new tires for the car's Christmas Gift 2002.
General comments?
This car has more power than I have ever experienced. I have never owned a big block Caprice before, and the power between my 83 Caprice & this Caprice is like night & day.
The one thing I really like about the instrument panel on this car, the a/c is on the left of the steering wheel and radio is on the right. All within reaching distance. You do not have to reach way over to the center of the dash to change the dial on the radio. Wish they would put it back, they had a good thing there.
For such a big car 221.9", this car handles smoothly, can weave in and out of traffic with ease. You could steer this car with one finger on the steering wheel.
This car's only flaw is, it like to drink gas.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 400 6.6 liter 2Bbl Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 68880 miles |
| Most recent distance | 70438 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Caprice |
| Date of Entry | 9th March, 2003 |