1986 Chevrolet Caprice Classic review from North America
"The Chevrolet Caprice is an animal!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I needed to replace the valve cover gaskets last summer.
The trunk has a small leak.
The passenger side door is from a different Caprice. I installed it after I hit a tree last spring.
General comments?
I've been behind the wheel of a lot of cars, but the Caprice that I've owned for the last year takes the cake.
It has power and speed for it's age and size you wouldn't believe.
The limited slip, rear wheel drive handles like a dream.
Did I mention that this car is indestructible? I'm 18 years old and beat the crap out of my car and it takes it like a champ. Last spring, I hit a tree going about 45 mph and all it did was dent the fender and rip the mirror of the side of the door. It's crazy!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 305 cu. in. V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 127480 miles |
| Most recent distance | 138240 miles |
| Date of Entry | 17th June, 2004 |