1996 Chevrolet Caprice 9C1 review from North America
"This is a great car, and I would not hesitate to buy another"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Cooling fan controller broken.
Fuel pump malfunctions when below a 1/4 tank.
Power steering gear box leaks.
Slight oil leak from crankshaft position sensor.
General comments?
This specific vehicle was an ex-police car and was clearly driven hard. However, since I have owned the vehicle there have been no major problems.
The interior is spacious and comfortable. The size of the vehicle makes it a formidable sight, while the LT1 engine can put most any car in its place. Like many full size American cars, the vehicle has severe under-steer. Handling aside, I cannot give enough praise to this piece of American history.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 350 - LT1 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 74000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 89000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Blazer |
| Date of Entry | 15th January, 2006 |