1975 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Convertible 2-door 6.6l on 2040-cars
Durham, North Carolina, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:6.6L 400Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Caprice
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: Classic Convertible 2-Door
Options: AM/FM 8-Track Stereo, Fender Skirts, Convertible
Drive Type: RWD
Safety Features: Standard 1975-era lap safety belts
Mileage: 67,396
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Blue
Interior Color: White
Number of Cylinders: 8
Anti-theft system: Dealer-installed factory anti-theft system
This 1975 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Convertible with the 400 c.i. small-block V8 was purchased new by my mother from Bill Gerringer Chevrolet in Apex, North Carolina. Once purchased it spent most of its life sitting inside the garage at Mom's home and only driven lightly. After Mom passed the car was placed in my care and has spent its days outside as no garage was available. The original top was replaced by my Mom several years (decade?) ago, and there still resides another spare soft top in her storage along with another spare dashboard.
Anyway, the car has been occasionally used as a daily driver, and it has taken one long trip to Cape May Coast Guard Station, New Jersey to see my step-daughter graduate from the Academy there. The old Chevy made the trip pleasurable as the interior is as spacious as most vans and the ride typically Chevrolet smooth. I did lose two of the old tires to failure on the trip up, but the engine, cooling system, AC and heat, transmission, brakes and rear end performed flawlessly.
The car is NOT perfect but is structurally and mechanically sound, being serviced regularly. I replace the oil about every 3000 miles which puts her about a quart low from leakage around the valve cover and oil pan gaskets. The rear end is solid and does not leak. The brakes are certainly adequate for the size of the vehicle, but one must remember this is NOT a car intended to rocket round the town. It is intended to cruise elegantly, slowly enough that everyone may see and admire her twenty-two foot beauty.
The GM AC still works and has some of the original R11 or R12 coolant inside. It has never been changed over to R134 and therefore requires a few minutes to cool things down. The automatic transmission does not slip and the fluid does not leak.
The interior is in good shape, but the carpet needs replacing from probably us kids riding in the back. Also there is about a one inch cut in the back panel of the driver's side seat my Dad put there by error shortly after Mom bought the car. The front seat panel also shows a crease appearing which may eventually tear open from age and wear. Otherwise the interior looks good.
The exterior also looks quite good, very straight with no dents, dings, or damage other than that already listed. I am looking for, as pet lovers say, a forever home for this old beauty. I live in a housing development where folks have no appreciation of anything older than last week, and the HOA now says I can't keep her in the street. The driveway is too short!
My insurance company has the Chevy valued and insured for 17 thousand dollars. I am asking 12 thousand since there will be some things the new owner may want to do to return her to showroom condition. However, understanding the market to be what it may, I will entertain offers that do not border upon comic. I will provide additional pictures of any part of the vehicle one may wish to examine, and the name and contact information of the custom/antique repair shop that repaired her when the front was damaged.
I am listing this vehicle in various mediums, and reserve the right to end this offer at any time, without any warning. If you live near Durham, NC, I can make arrangements for you to see the car in person and take a cruise with me...just let me know.
Payment must be made in total, preferably in cash or previously approved bank check. No personal checks.
Once an offer is accepted I will expect a deposit of $500 within seven (7) working days to secure the transaction, refundable only if the vehicle is not as I have described it above. Pickup only, no delivery is offered.
I thank you for your interest, and hope any questions you may have, you will inquire with me so I can answer them for you.
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