Full-sized hardtop
Chevrolet launched the full-size Caprice as its own series in 1966, intending it to do battle with the likes of Ford’s LTD and the Plymouth VIP. Coupe, four-door hardtop, and wagon versions were all available, positioned as top-of-the-line cars.
GM’s 100-millionth American-built car was a 1967 Caprice coupe. The moniker would be applied to six generations of cars, including Aussie-built WH-WL cars.
The Caprice coupe listed here is a 1969, a production year which saw styling changed including wrap-around bumpers and freshened body lines. There’s a 350ci small-block V8 under the bonnet, paired to a three-speed TH350 auto.
TCB Bespoke cars has listed the Caprice with a Victorian roadworthy certificate, meaning it should be ready to jump in and cruise. It’s yours for $59,990 — a seemingly reasonable sum when stacked up against the skyrocketing price of Aussie metal of the era.
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