1975 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Sport Coupe
The 1975 Caprice Classic Sport Coupe was part of Chevrolet's Muscle Car-era lineup. Base price $4837. 95,595 produced.
1N47U5Y172008
400 cu.in. V8 175 HP (U)
Engine
Sport Coupe
Body
Wilmington, DE
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1975 Chevrolet Caprice Classic
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | N47 | Caprice Classic |
| Engine Code | U | 400 cu.in. V8 175 HP (U) |
| Year Code | 5 | 1975 |
| Plant Code | Y | Wilmington, DE |
| Serial Number | 172008 | Unit #172008 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelCaprice Classic
Year1975
Body StyleSport Coupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine400 cu.in. V8 175 HP (U)
Cylinders8
Displacement400 cu.in. CID
Horsepower175 HP
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor4-barrel
Assembly PlantWilmington, DE
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
Specifications
Dimensions
Production95595
Weight4275
Front Tread64.1
Rear Tread64
Height53.7
Width79.5
Length222.7
Wheelbase121.5
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission20
Rear Axle Ratio4.25
Differential Ratio3.08
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearVariable-ratio power
DriveRear wheel drive
Gears3
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil link
Tire SizeHR78 x 15B
Brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Service BrakesPower front disc rear self-adjusting drum
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity26
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Fuel TypeUnleaded
Battery12
ExhaustSingle
CoolingCentrifugal water pump, 18 Quarts
RadiatorTube and center
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Equipment
EquipmentAir conditioning, Radio, 454 cu. in. V8 engine, Power seats, 400 cu. in. V8 engine, Power windows
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Antique White, Black, Bright Blue Metallic, BrightYellow, Bronze Metallic, Burgundy Metallic, Cream Beige, Dark. Brown Metallic, Dark. Green Metallic, Dark. Red Metallic, Dark. Sandstone Metallic, Light Gray, Light Green Metallic, Light Red, Light Saddle Metallic, Medium Blue, Medium Gray Metallic, Medium Green, Medium Orange Metallic, Medium Red, Midnight Blue Metallic, Orange Metallic, Sandstone, Silver Blue Metallic, Silver Metallic
Pricing
MSRP$4837.00
Other
Fbsize11 55/64
Body
Doors2
Seating6
Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.