What was GM Thinking, finally a RWD car that works.
drvette on 12/19/2011
Performance: 3
Comfort: 4
Fuel Economy: 5
Fun To Drive: 3
Interior Design: 3
Exterior Design: 4
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 4
Performance Rating: 3
Interior Rating: 3
Reliability Rating: 5
Dad bought our "91, new, traded in an excellent 82 Caprice that was great also.
The vehicle NEVER gave any problems whatsoever
Price was some $18k or so,
still they command about $5,000 for a nice one on Autotrader, so Edmunds, get your pricing correct..
One sweet ride
Mike on 10/07/2010
Performance: 5
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 5
Fun To Drive: 5
Interior Design: 5
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 5
Reliability Rating: 5
I've only had the car for a week thus far, built like a rock and can take the miles it's got on it and act like brand new.
One Of My Favorite Cars!
Kevin Hoffman on 01/22/2010
Performance: 4
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 4
Fun To Drive: 5
Interior Design: 4
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 4
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 4
Interior Rating: 4
Reliability Rating: 5
Bought my Caprice wagon with 50k miles and after five years of ownership have had only a few minor problems. It's a very reliable car. Good power even from the base 5.0 V8 engine. Ride quality from this large rear drive car is pillow soft! I was surprised with the car's handling in winter snowstorms. Despite the rear drive setup, I never ended up stuck at the side of the road! The car's large size and rounded shape always gets attention from onlookers. Kids love the rear facing third seat! Cargo room with the second and third row seats folded is akin to an enclosed pickup truck! Long trips are very comfortable. A great car! Sad to see GM discontinue it.
great
andrewalesso on 07/08/2004
Performance: 5
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 4
Fun To Drive: 5
Interior Design: 5
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 5
Reliability Rating: 5
great car. rarely a problem. strong
car. strong frame. good in all weather
conditions. comfotable.
Should I even swiitch?
Chev Fan on 09/06/2003
Performance: 5
Comfort: 4
Fuel Economy: 5
Fun To Drive: 4
Interior Design: 4
Exterior Design: 4
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 4
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 4
Reliability Rating: 5
I own a 1991 Caprice. I am about to own
a 1996 Buick Roadmaster if I think it
will be as good a car as the Caprice.
My Caprice gets 31mpg. No lie!!! My
only complaint about the Caprice is the
driver's sea. It's not a power one on
this model and because I am only 5'2 i
have to use a seat cushion so I can see
over the dash. I also don't find the
seat comfortable on drives longer than
1/2 hour. I've been told the Buick will
fix that. The car has 370,000km on it
and the only thing not working is the
A/C. The engine has never been opened
up, burns no oil. I'm only considering
switching because of the newer year and
the power seats.
smooth ride?
big brad on 07/08/2003
Performance: 4
Comfort: 4
Fuel Economy: 4
Fun To Drive: 4
Interior Design: 5
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 4
Performance Rating: 4
Interior Rating: 5
Reliability Rating: 5
This has really been the best car i
have ever owned.For the first 6 months
i had absolutly no problems w/ it. But
then stuff started to wear. I had the
hole front steering done, then the
intake manifold gasket,followed buy
shocks and then the timing chain and
valve cover gaskets..But since i did
all the work myself instead of spending
over $1250 i spent just under $350
Classic Land Yacht
elomboy on 03/06/2003
Performance: 5
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 3
Fun To Drive: 5
Interior Design: 5
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 5
Reliability Rating: 5
This car is great. Never had a
problem with it, handles well, plenty
of power.
Summary of vehicle condition.
STAN on 01/18/2003
Performance: 5
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 4
Fun To Drive: 5
Interior Design: 4
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 4
Reliability Rating: 5
Oil was changed every 3,000 (as close
as possible)miles. I have never had to
add any oil between changes.
Maintenance was performed as soon as
possible. Vehicle was never in any
major accident and only three very
minor ones. Upholstery is in excellent
condition.
Summary of vehicle condition.
Stan on 01/18/2003
Performance: 5
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 4
Fun To Drive: 5
Interior Design: 4
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 4
Reliability Rating: 5
Oil was changed every 3,000 (as close
as possible)miles. I have never had to
add any oil between changes.
Maintenance was performed as soon as
possible. Vehicle was never in any
major accident and only three very
minor ones. Upholstery is in excellent
condition.
The one that won't Die
Big B on 12/23/2002
Performance: 4
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 4
Fun To Drive: 4
Interior Design: 5
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 4
Interior Rating: 5
Reliability Rating: 5
I bought this car about 5 1/2 months
ago.It had 116,000 miles on it.But when
i bought it i knew that i wouldn't have
to replace anything any time soon. I
myself have not had to do one minor or
major repair on this boat.It is the
most reliable car i have ever driven.
(Just make sure you buy it from an old
person, they like those cars)
a lemon?
mikeinwi on 11/12/2002
Performance: 1
Comfort: 3
Fuel Economy: 4
Fun To Drive: 2
Interior Design: 2
Exterior Design: 2
Build Quality: 1
Reliability: 1
Comfort Rating: 3
Performance Rating: 1
Interior Rating: 2
Reliability Rating: 1
Bought from a great uncle at 8 years
old, 70,000 miles. EGR valve went at
85000. EGR valve and catalytic
converter went at 114,000. Trans went
at 114,000, radiator leaks 2x in last 3
years (brand new one even), blew
headlights/turn signals in 1 weekend,
more trans problems. This car sucks
and I'm dumping it...has 116,000 on it.
Caprice (Police Package)
akomida on 10/04/2002
Performance: 5
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 4
Fun To Drive: 5
Interior Design: 5
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 5
Reliability Rating: 5
Purchased as retired police car (132,
000 CITY miles.) 5.7L is flawless,
fast, and VERY potent! Car rides like
a dream! During east coast visit, hit
up to 115 mph on I10 thru Arizona.
Felt like I was going 50mph at most.
The controls are made well and handle
use w/o breaking.
chevy fan
pmar on 10/02/2002
Performance: 5
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 4
Fun To Drive: 4
Interior Design: 5
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 5
Reliability Rating: 5
I purchased my 1991 caprice used with
14,500 miles in 1995 and have 149000
miles on it now engine and trans still
strong only reoccurring problem was
the A/C system.
My 1991 Caprice
Caprice Fan on 08/12/2002
Performance: 5
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 3
Fun To Drive: 4
Interior Design: 4
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 4
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 4
Reliability Rating: 4
Sold in 1998, traded in for a 1998
Tahoe. Driven to North Carolina from
Michigan twice. Towed a pop-up camper
through the Smokey Mountains in low-
gear without breaking a sweat. Put a
lot of use on it.
VIN 1G1BN53EXMW198094 may have been
recalled. Check full report for more information
