Vehicle Description
1975 Chevrolet Caprice Convertible
There are differing accounts of the origin of the Caprice name. One
states that it was coined by Bob Lund, Chevrolet's General Sales
Manager, after a classy restaurant he frequented in New York City.
Another says the car was named after Caprice Chapman, the daughter
of auto executive James P. Chapman.
For consignment, oft considered the nicest example of a Caprice
model in that of the 1975 Caprice Convertible. This example is rust
free, has beautiful paint, a clean interior, is equipped with the
small block V8 (350ci) with a 2-barrel carburetor, and the best
part is it is a convertible! Put your hat and bandanna on and let's
go for a classic cruise down main street in some big Detroit
Iron.
Exterior
A new front end with swept-back headlights, revised grille, and
turn signals returned to the bumper which also angles backward at
both ends is seen on this new design for 1975. All straight
rust-free steel panels minding their gaps very nicely and bathed in
miles deep red. Wheel well surrounds and a rocker trimming in
stainless adds a nice highlight, as does the white trim spear which
starts near the end of each front quarter panel and runs to the
back of the car. On back, new taillights now wrap around rear
fenders with a large shiny chromed bumper below. The white canvas
top is in good condition and when in the down position, has a red
tonneau cover just to spice things up a bit. Just about 8,350
Caprice Classic convertibles found buyers in 1975. On all 4 corners
are gold badged bowtie logos with flat dish styling, slotting on
the edges and wrapped in thin whites. All window surrounds,
handles, and mirrors are in very nice condition with no pitting or
signs of any aging.
Interior
A swing of the door and we are now in a world of Medium Sandstone
vinyl, molded and stretched material work together to cover the
door panels, which have power window toggles, and a side view
mirror joystick. Inside 2 large benches stretch from door to door
and are covered in Sandstone vinyl. Just slight spoiling
throughout, but no rips or tears. A split back for the front, and a
full bench in the back, both floating on their own gold carpeting,
which is very clean. More Sandstone molded vinyl for the standard
GM dash. There is a hint of wood applique on the lower insert of
this dash where the temp sliders and radio are located. The
original steering wheel is fronting this clean dash, and above
is...the sky! when the top is down. A shout out to the trunk where
a new piece of felt lining and the spare are residing...all rust
free as well.
Drivetrain
Under the hood in a very clean and restored engine bay is an
orange/red painted GM 350ci block V8 L65. There is a 2-barrel
carburetor on top, and a TH350 3-speed automatic transmission on
back. This pushes power to a 10-bolt 3.08 rear axle.
Undercarriage
Some light surface rust is noted, but unremarkable as this car is
structurally sound, and has a mostly black patina covering to the
undercarriage. Independent coil springs and a 4 link with coil
springs are on for the ride, and power disc brakes are on front,
and power discs for the rear.
Drive-Ability
A quick starter, and I was off to the test track. She runs just
great, with smooth acceleration, bias free panic stopping, and
smooth shifting. All functions were working during my test drive. I
did notice the A/C has been removed, and on the top the pivot bow
is coming loose from its stitched retainer.
A very nice example, restored, repainted and reworked in the engine
department, and now a fine rust free fully operational version of
the 1975 Caprice in convertible form.
VIN DECODE
1N67U5Y210424
1-Chevrolet
N-Caprice Classic
67-2 Door Convertible
U-350ci V8 2bbl
5-1975
Y-Wilmington, DE Assy Plant
210424-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
ST 75 1BN67-1975 Caprice Classic Convertible
BDY Y152626-Wilmington Body #
TR 55N A52-Medium Sandstone Perforated Vinyl Bench Seat
PNT 11B-White, Black Top
06B-2nd Week June Build
C60-4 Season Air Conditioning
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.
