308 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Convertible (1975)
Chevrolet Caprice Classic Convertible (2nd Gen) (1971-76)
Registration Number UHL 203
Imported to IK March 1991
CHEVROLET SET
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The Chevrolet Caprice is a full-sized automobile produced from the 1965 to 1996 model year. Introduced in mid-1965 as a luxury trim package for the Impala four-door hardtop, Chevrolet offered a full line of Caprice models for the 1966 and subsequent model years, including a "formal hardtop" coupe and an Estate station wagon. The 1971 to 1976 models are the largest Chevrolets ever built. The downsized 1977 and restyled 1991 models were awarded Motor Trend Car of the Year
The Second Generation Caprice was launched as a complete redesign in 1971 on a longer 121.5 inch wheelbase and featuring bold, Chrysler-like fuselage styling. The new styling was highlighted by a Cadillac-like "egg-crate" grille with a "Caprice" emblem in the center and brushed metal trim surrounding the taillights on the rear deck.
The cars were renamed to Caprice Classic for the 1973 model year. The 1973 facelift included a new cross-hatch grille, 5 mph (8 km/h) energy absorbing front bumper and revised square taillights, again mounted in the bumper. New emission standards added EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) valves to engines, and horsepower ratings were reduced. The standard Turbo-Fire 400 cu in (6.6 L) two-barrel was now rated at 150 hp (112 kW) while the only optional engine was the Turbo-Jet 454 cu in (7.4 L) V8 produced 245 hp (183 kW) with dual exhaust
The 1974 models featured a new grille. The taillights were moved above the new 5 mph (8 km/h) rear bumper. New thick "B" pillars and fixed rear quarter opera windows were new on two-door coupes,
The 1975 models received a revised grille and taillight trim and six-window styling on four-door models. The dashboard, radio and climate control graphics were revised; the speedometer read up to 100 mph (160 km/h), and had smaller numbers for kilometers per hour. The Caprice convertible would be discontinued after the 1975 model year along with its full-size B-body counterparts including the Oldsmobile Delta 88, Buick LeSabre, and Pontiac Grand Ville. Just about 8,350 Caprice Classic convertibles found buyers in 1975.
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308 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Convertible (1975)
Chevrolet Caprice Classic Convertible (2nd Gen) (1971-76)
Registration Number UHL 203
Imported to IK March 1991
CHEVROLET SET
www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/sets/72157623638181561...
The Chevrolet Caprice is a full-sized automobile produced from the 1965 to 1996 model year. Introduced in mid-1965 as a luxury trim package for the Impala four-door hardtop, Chevrolet offered a full line of Caprice models for the 1966 and subsequent model years, including a "formal hardtop" coupe and an Estate station wagon. The 1971 to 1976 models are the largest Chevrolets ever built. The downsized 1977 and restyled 1991 models were awarded Motor Trend Car of the Year
The Second Generation Caprice was launched as a complete redesign in 1971 on a longer 121.5 inch wheelbase and featuring bold, Chrysler-like fuselage styling. The new styling was highlighted by a Cadillac-like "egg-crate" grille with a "Caprice" emblem in the center and brushed metal trim surrounding the taillights on the rear deck.
The cars were renamed to Caprice Classic for the 1973 model year. The 1973 facelift included a new cross-hatch grille, 5 mph (8 km/h) energy absorbing front bumper and revised square taillights, again mounted in the bumper. New emission standards added EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) valves to engines, and horsepower ratings were reduced. The standard Turbo-Fire 400 cu in (6.6 L) two-barrel was now rated at 150 hp (112 kW) while the only optional engine was the Turbo-Jet 454 cu in (7.4 L) V8 produced 245 hp (183 kW) with dual exhaust
The 1974 models featured a new grille. The taillights were moved above the new 5 mph (8 km/h) rear bumper. New thick "B" pillars and fixed rear quarter opera windows were new on two-door coupes,
The 1975 models received a revised grille and taillight trim and six-window styling on four-door models. The dashboard, radio and climate control graphics were revised; the speedometer read up to 100 mph (160 km/h), and had smaller numbers for kilometers per hour. The Caprice convertible would be discontinued after the 1975 model year along with its full-size B-body counterparts including the Oldsmobile Delta 88, Buick LeSabre, and Pontiac Grand Ville. Just about 8,350 Caprice Classic convertibles found buyers in 1975.
Many Thanks for a fan'dabi'dozi 25,363,700 views
Shot 09:06:2014 ar The Luton Classic Car Show, Stockwell Park, Luton REF 102-308