The Impala was still the top seller in Chevy’s lineup in 1970, but the Caprice continued to be an intriguing model. According to some rough estimates, Chevrolet Caprice sales totaled 92,000 units for the 1970 model year, albeit a quick search online brings up different, unconfirmed, and sketchy numbers.
There are many reasons to get a 1970 Caprice, but the model posted on eBay by seller isiminger promises something you certainly don’t hear often.
The car comes with an LS5 engine under the hood, and if this moniker doesn’t ring any bells to you, it’s because not many were produced. I don’t believe Chevrolet ever released any production numbers for the LS5, but some sources online claim less than 2,500 units rolled off the assembly lines. It’s impossible to tell how many are still around today, but I’ve rarely seen an original LS5 anyway.
The LS5 developed tremendous power – 390 horsepower – on the Caprice, while the Chevelle fitted with the same unit only got 360 horsepower.
The two-door Caprice in these pics checks all the right boxes for a great restoration candidate, albeit it’s clear it doesn’t require much work. The car starts right up, all numbers match, and it comes with only minor flaws, such as a hole in the headliner.
As if the LS5 engine under the hood wasn’t enough to make this Caprice special, the car also features many original parts, including the factory jack and spare tire. It rolled off the assembly lines with air conditioning and factory front power disc brakes. It also sports a factory AM/FM radio, though it’s unclear if it still works.
The mileage is original, and the clock indicates 107K miles. The number shows that this Caprice spent many years on the road, but its condition is still remarkable despite certain parts showing their age.
It’s hard to find a good reason not to like this Caprice, and if you’re in the market for a full-size classic, you probably know that this hardtop has all the pros of a great purchase. It has a rare engine, the right number of doors, and many original parts, so I don’t expect this Caprice to remain available for long.
The Internet will decide the selling price, as the owner posted this Caprice on eBay without a reserve. This means that whoever sends the top bid will buy the car. We’re now only a few minutes away from the moment the auction ends, and after over 20 bids, the top offer barely surpassed the $10K threshold, much lower than expected, given how rare it is.
The car is located in Wheeling, West Virginia, and considering its condition, the buyer should be able to drive it home on its wheels without needing transportation.