1987 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Brougham LS review from North America
"I wish Chevy had left it alone"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
This is a terrific car for the money. I replaced the front shocks, water pump, alternator and brakes, but they were all original.
The only problem with the car is the fuel delivery/emissions.
There is always something wrong with the carburetion.
Replaced the choke stove, fast idle, O2 sensor, etc and adjusted the timing, replacing the distributor and plugs/wires.
The car still not right.
Otherwise, it is rust free, perfect paint.
Everything works, all the bells and whistles in a high end Caprice.
I like it better than my Lincoln Continental.
General comments?
I drive it a lot. It is incredibly comfortable and stable. The faster I go, the more planted it becomes.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 305 V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 74000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 96000 miles |
| Previous car | Lincoln Continental |
| Date of Entry | 12th February, 2002 |