My, Oh, My: Mind-Blowing 1975 Chevrolet Caprice Flexes Mysterious Package, Perfect 10

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My, Oh, My: Mind-Blowing 1975 Chevrolet Caprice Flexes Mysterious Package, Perfect 10
The Caprice was born in 1965 as an Impala version, with Chevrolet trying out an approach that worked like a charm in the late '50s. Back in 1958, the GM brand launched the Impala as a Bel Air version and promoted it to a stand-alone series a year later. The Impala eventually became a money-making machine.

The Caprice gained series status in 1966, rapidly becoming a top seller. It continued to share the looks and underpinnings with the other full-size models in Chevy's lineup.

The 1975 model year aligned with Chevy's push for fuel efficiency, and the 350 two-barrel engine was now standard on the Caprice with 145 horsepower (Except for California, where the four-barrel unit rated at 155 horsepower was the base choice).

Customers who wanted more power could order the 400 V8 with 175 horsepower, while the top choice was the 454 with 215 horsepower (offered in all regions except California).

The Caprice in these photos sports a 400 V8 engine under the hood, albeit the car leaves too many questions without an answer. The car looks fabulous, and everything is in tip-top shape, so the buyer will be able to get behind the wheel and drive without any other repairs.

The Caprice is a mysterious car in all regards. The owner didn't share many specifics, except for the miles – the odometer indicates 54,236 miles – and the engine, which starts, runs, and drives like on a car.

The first thing I'd want to find out is whether this Caprice is still original. A 1975 Caprice with factory everything is a total gem, but it's unclear if this example checks this essential box. It's also unknown if the car has ever been restored or if the engine has already been rebuilt. Considering the mileage – which I believe is original, the Caprice might be an unrestored and unaltered surprise, but you'll have to double-check all these details with the owner.

eBay seller jefto7807 briefly mentions that buyers can get their hands on an "original" Caprice, but without further specifics, an in-person or third-party inspection is mandatory for every potential buyer. The convertible looks fabulous, and I don't think the typical classic car issues, such as rust, exist on this car, but it's also unclear if a previous owner repaired such damage.

The owner believes $45,000 is a fair price, and they're probably right, but everything depends on the answers to the questions left without an answer. They also enabled the Make Offer button, so if you want the car and are willing to negotiate, contact the owner to discuss all the details.

The vehicle is parked in Denver, Colorado, and the auction site claims 11 people are already watching the listing, albeit it's unknown if they already discuss a potential deal. 

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