Vehicle Description
If it's attention you crave, few cars will deliver a crowd better
than this 1992 Chevrolet Caprice Classic wagon. Forget porky taxi
cabs and police cruisers, this insane custom offers a slammed
stance, incredible paint, and enough room for the Celtics' starting
lineup.
The Impala SS created a whole new niche of full-sized muscle, but
the Caprice Classic shouldn't be overlooked as this car so ably
proves. The paint is basic black over Sunset Pearl Orange with a
bright purple stripe bisecting the two, all rendered in House of
Kolor urethane and wrapping into the door jambs. Not only does it
look awesome, but it fits the big car's curves in such a way as to
mask its size and give it a nimble, high performance look, or at
least something that looks less suburban. The work probably wasn't
cheap, either, since finish quality is quite good with a shine
that's dazzling and fit and finish that suggest that this car has
never been hit or damaged in its life. A billet grille and custom
bumper smooth the front end without losing the car's identity,
while a shaved tailgate makes a distinctive statement out back.
Tinted windows emphasize the sleek shape, and the entire car has
been completely de-badged.
Inside, full-sized comfort meets performance car function, with
wide velour bench seats that look like buckets with an armrest
between them. A billet steering wheel has been fitted in place of
the chunky original airbag unit, and the instrument panel is
factory-issue and surrounded with a contrasting silver bezel that
matches the other interior trim. The seats show some character
marks, but no damage or signs of neglect, and with this
top-of-the-line car in 1992, everything was standard, from power
windows to A/C. A big, honkin' stereo system has been fitted in the
dash, with a Sony AM/FM/CD head unit and speakers throughout the
interior and a back seat filled with a custom speaker box. And as a
station wagon, the cargo bay is so big it can handle a week's worth
of luggage or all your gear for your hot rod. Try that with your
Corvette!
Speaking of Corvettes, the Caprice was powered by a version of the
LT1 with throttle body injection, detuned slightly but still robust
and making plenty of torque. Shockingly, this one is still pretty
stock, so it's reliable, docile, and ready to cruise any time with
OEM functionality. Recent work includes new fuel injectors, a full
tune up, new sensors, replacement A/C compressor, and a fresh fuel
pump. It starts easily, idles well, and with a stock exhaust
system, it remains effortlessly comfortable to drive. The springs
have been replaced by Eibach units that help with the lowered
stance, along with a set of Belltech drop spindles that give it a
bit of a rake. Those massive Budnik wheels measure 19 inches up
front and 20 inches in back and carry 245/40/19 and 75/45/20
performance radials, respectively.
Originally customized by West Coast legend Bernt Karlsson, this
waggy is a neck-breaker. If you like these big bruisers, you can't
own one that will get more eyeballs than this. Well tuned, easy to
drive, and very affordable, you can't get more high-end sheetmetal
per dollar than this. Call today!
