1966 Chevrolet Caprice

Coupe

327 Turbo Fire V8 L30

Automatic

166476 J 224250

Clear

Gasoline

1966 Chevrolet CapriceVIN# 166476 J 224250 164,801 miles327 Turbo Fire V-8 (275hp) L30 • Powerglide Transmission2 door coupe hardtopPurchased by family March 1966Powertrain and Body all original • Interior redone Note: There are 170+ photos in this listing for as much detail as possibleCaprice is 100% completeRemember that it is a 46 year old car that has been parked almost 15 years "We bought this 1966 Chevy Caprice from my grandmother in 1973. It was the last new car my grandfather bought before he died. He ordered it from Dirkes Chevrolet in Fairfield, Montana. He went through my dad whose favorite line was “I can get it for you wholesale.” It was the first year they made the Caprice and we were also quite impressed that what we considered an “old man” of 63 was cool enough to order a two door instead of the usual four door family car. Of course I thought he was cool anyway since he liked some of my music since I was only 16 at the time. In 1973 Grandma bought a new Caprice and she sold us the ’66 - or should I say my to husband Mike, since she only put his name on the title. This irritated me to no end. I was her flesh and blood after all! I made sure this was remedied as soon as possible. We drove the car for years and so did both of our daughters. The car was overhauled at about 98,000 miles and we did replace the upholstery with what we thought was a very fashionable black, crushed velvet. In the 90’s the car was “put out to pasture” so to speak. Being farmers, we just parked it and didn’t see the need to sell it. Now that we are retired and realize we will never restore it, we would like to see it go to someone who could bring it back to new condition and really treasure it." POWERTRAIN CONDITION:Engine starts and runs (used auxiliary gas tank)Fuel pump works correctlyPowerglide Trans. not functioningNOTE: car was only run a few minutes. Trans. shifted but not tested Tag on Firewall (see pix):ST 66-16647 JAN-7863 BodyTR 817-A M-M PaintW2M PAINT & BODY CONDITION:Original AZTEC BRONZEPaint is oxidized and looks like it is different colors in picturesSee pictures of hood where part of paint has been buffed out to original colorFront nose piece over grille was damaged and re-painted in 1970'sGrille is in very good conditionBody is super straight with only a few minor dings/dentsNO RUST ISSUES • Surface corrosion only and car is dry OVERALL CONDITION:Rust free (surface corrosion)Windshield intact and no cracks Engine block heater Aftermarket stewart-warner guages Tires in good condition with two new Sears spare tiresWindows operateElectrical system in good conditionOriginal engine rebuilt at approx. 98k milesSuspension is in good condition (no bounce) ISSUES: Exhaust pipe hanging near rear wheel driver side Driver door hinge broken (door shuts correctly) Drivers side rear passenger opera light brokenDash crackedAM radio pulled - owner wanted to fix crack in plate (radio included)Rear bumper pushed in near license plate (not creased)Rear trunk has light surface rust only'Cheech & Chong' crushed velvet interiorHeadliner stitching coming apart EXTRAS:Original owner's manual and warranty book with protect-o-plate Extra loose tire, rim and spare (new tires) Last registed in 1999 Smurf keychain included Click here to see video of engine running: chevy caprice engine running! Sold "AS-IS" and this is a Reserve Auction.Auction will NOT end early.There is no "Buy-It Now" price.Low reserve.No shenanigans here. *Buyers Inspection: Yorchie has done our best to disclose all information known about this vehicle for auction. We welcome a buyers inspection. If you plan to have a buyers inspection, please make sure you inspect the vehicle prior to the auction ending. Inspection fees if any are Buyers responsibility. In some cases, the vehicle may be held at a storage facility where your chance to see the vehicle may be on their terms, or time schedule.Please ask well in advance to close of auction. *Representations and Warranties made by seller: This vehicle is being sold "as is". Manufacturers warranties may still apply. Extended warranty may be available. There are absolutely NO representations or warranties are made by seller, nor are any representations or warranties relied upon by bidders in making bids. We take pride in selling high quality machines, but keep in mind you are winning the vehicle, not the right to decide if you want it. *Taxes and Registration fees: Out of state buyers are responsible for all state, county, city taxes and fees, as well as title service fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered. All taxes and fees must be paid in full in order for vehicle to be titled and registered. See your state laws. *Title Information : If payment is made by cashier's or personal checks we will hold all titles for 10 days or until funds have cleared. *Finalizing your Purchase: We will contact the successful high bidder by e-mail after the auction closes with further instructions. $500 deposit is due 48 hours after the sale. When we receive your deposit is when the vehicle is held for you, not when you win the auction. On Feb-18-13 at 21:59:59 PST, seller added the following information: UPDATED FEB. 18, 2013•SHIPPING VEHICLES LINK•Click here: uship.com