This makes me miss my grandpa. He had a '91 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. I still have memories of riding in the back trunk seat as a kid. Rest In Peace, Herbie.
I had the Roadmaster Estate Wagon. I can't say this enough. It is the most comfortable car I've ever owned. Regardless on how big the vehicle is. It feels like it's floating down the road, even at highway speeds. I'm getting a 92 Caprice wagon here in a few days. Can't wait for that feeling again
Wow that car is amazing. I love the rear facing 3rd row seats! I remember my uncle and my first grade teacher both had cars like this! It's really cool. That was back in like 1995 though. My uncle still has his, in his garage in excellent condition.
Man Kyle I learned so much more about these wagons in this video! Great work!! That L05 V8 is no LT1 but it's certainly better than the 305. It may only have 10 more hp but it's got 55 more lb-ft of torque which goes a long way. Plus it sounds great and you gotta love how the wagons have that side port exhaust. Dear GM, will you PLEASE bring these vehicles back??!!! Sincerely, Wagon Lovers P.S. Kyle I think owning a Roadmaster has made you appreciate the B bodies that much more!!
This car is a classic of the American automobile industry, very comfortable its maneuverability its internal space is exquisite I would love to have one of these here in Brazil.
Beautiful car. A proper estate or wagon as the Americans call them. Built to last for 50 years and to travel vast distances across the USA. No fun on crowded UK roads, but god I’d like to cruise in one of these down Route 66.
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@Bryce Dash thanks for your reply. I got to the site on google and im trying it out atm. Takes quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
Love that space. You could go somewhere and sleep overnight in the back and have loads of room to stretch out. Great thing about the USA that there is the space to have these super size vehicles on the road. Even with the dated interior it would be such a soft cruising beast.
This is similar to (if not exact) as the car I got from my dad and step-mom. I loved it so much. With the rear seats down, we were able to fit an adult, a teenager, and 2 children to sleep comfortably. I sincerely hope someday to find another, one that my ex-husband can't break. (He tried to drag race my car, killed it, then sold it for parts without my consent.)
Always loved how the front indicators alternate between the main bulb and the little side one. I think that goes way back to the 70s? My 79 Grand Prix did it too. Looks cool.
@bigcrowfly strictly speaking, no caprice had a "corvette engine." they both had LT1s, but the corvette's had a four bolt main cap and aluminum heads while the caprice had two bolt main caps and cast iron heads.
Thanks for doing this!!! I saw one driving down my street, and thought of you. I was like, I wonder when he'll do one of those? And here it is! Thanks for the review!!
ford Crown vic in my opinion because it ran for so long and it was the last true boaty american rwd v8 and they are bullet proof but as a last true wagon I say the caprice for sure.
My elementary school principal used to have one of these, though I'm not sure if it was a Caprice or Roadmaster. It had fake wood panelling on the outside.
My aunt had one years ago until it got stolen, the lazy police department couldn't retrieve it. Now she has a 2002 Taurus wagon SE. I'm defiantly gonna search for one when I get my license in 2 years.
@henryd1981 THANK YOU!!!! This engine actually wasn't updated. The LT1 is the engine from the corvette and has port fuel injection instead of throttle body and it looks different. They just stopped production of this and the L03 5.0L for 94 and de-tuned the LT1 a bit for these cars and came out with a new 4.3L V8 that looks pretty much identical to the LT1. Not sure the power specs on that engine though. But this is still a good engine with plenty of power. Way better than the standard 5.0L.
The Caprice wagon from this generation was only available in base form. This particular model has the upgraded upholstery option. Most people did not select this option. Leather upholstery was mot offered in the wagons.
@MatruyoRocket yup. 305 and 350 are the same. just with some bigger parts in the engine. in fact the intake on the 350 wagon will bolt right onto my 305.
@MatruyoRocket This car is 19 years old, you know. This engine has a lot of torque which it needs more than hp to haul that body fully loaded. It has plenty of power to move that car without bogging down and is great for towing.
@flexor212000 I meant bring them back updated with airbags and stuff. it has a driver side airbag. This car is so huge and well built that the body itself will protect the passengers. It most certainly will wreck whatever gets in it's way because once again, older cars were much better built than anything made today. Today's cars need all of those airbags and electronics cause the bodies are much cheaper. Also, you don't need head restraints in back seats like these. Those seats are huge.
Remember a guy turned one of these into a sleeper. Left it along inside and out but he suped it up and it was his family hauler. Thing floated down the road but it was quick.
I have the fantasist memory of riding in the backward facing rear seats. Although, I believe that was a generation behind this model or at the very least a '91.
These things are so awesome!! It's so old fashioned (even by 90's standards: ie. body on frame, pathetic power from a huge engine and a 50's like speedo) it's properly cool. Too bad they're impossible to find in Europe and only came with automatics.
if you only take horsepower you do not understand the whole picture. it has 300lbs of torque at low rpm. The deal was to make as much torque down low cause thats what you use travelling. the tbi was good for low end torque. When they change to the multiport injection, they got more power and faster, but they lost end torque and fuel mileage suffered in heavy vehicule like the full size sedans and pickups. It's all a trade off until you get variable valve timing and dual lenght intake runners
Paul Hojda Dude, here in sweden the market for classic American cars is huge, since theres a whole sub-culture around them. I'm looking for a Caprice atm and theres alot to choose from :P
All I'm saying is that the average age of a Caprice buyer back in the day was 65-years old. That's it... The modern day equivalent of the Caprice is the Impala whose average buyer age is 60 years old.
@mhtube01 That video actually isn't spam. Its that "crash test" where a 1959 Impala with no motor and a 2009 Malibu have a head-on collision. The video is obviously biased because if the Impala had a motor/trans it wouldn't have crumpled nearly as easily. I too would much rather have an older car that felt safe compared to a mobile airbag..
Probably my fav car, sadly probably all the caprice wagons in my country are hearses, I don't know if GM originally used to sell them on my country or if all are imported
@JeepGCOverland47 The only thing wrong with it is that it needs new brakes (which parts are tbd) My parents think I should not get it based strictly on the fact that is 15 years old. Is there anyway to convince them otherwise? I know is this a really specific question but any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks.
This makes me miss my grandpa. He had a '91 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. I still have memories of riding in the back trunk seat as a kid. Rest In Peace, Herbie.
I traveled in this car for decades when I was a kid. It is literally like a small room within the car. A perfect family car.
I had the Roadmaster Estate Wagon. I can't say this enough. It is the most comfortable car I've ever owned. Regardless on how big the vehicle is. It feels like it's floating down the road, even at highway speeds. I'm getting a 92 Caprice wagon here in a few days. Can't wait for that feeling again
Solid car! I kinda dig these 90's station wagons.
Olli Jokinen a 94 Buick Roadmaster woody wagon is better
LOOKS LIKE A TRUCK..ITS LIKE A TRUCK.
because of this video i bought myself a old chevy caprice wagon 1992 such a great car :D
Me too! A 1991 lol 😂
I had a ‘91 Caprice wagon. Great vehicle. Over 175k miles when I sold it. One of the best vehicles GM ever made.
I live in the UK but once i get some money in a few years i absolutely want to import either a 1991 or 1994 Caprice Sedan with the LT1 engine.
Just bought a '91 wagon a couple of days ago - the more I'm learning about them, the more I'm falling in love with my car!...
My dad had exactly like this one, but 1991.. Still running and was an amazing car for long trips!!
If I had a caprice 90's I wont take a plane again!
Don't know why but I want one, so versatile so much storage
And rear facing seats
Perfect for making faces at the motorists behiend you
I just bought a 93 Caprice wagon with the wood down the sides. Great review! Can't wait to get mine on the road.
Wow that car is amazing. I love the rear facing 3rd row seats! I remember my uncle and my first grade teacher both had cars like this! It's really cool. That was back in like 1995 though. My uncle still has his, in his garage in excellent condition.
Damn it, I love these cars. I absolutely will have one at some point, I swear!
Man Kyle I learned so much more about these wagons in this video! Great work!! That L05 V8 is no LT1 but it's certainly better than the 305. It may only have 10 more hp but it's got 55 more lb-ft of torque which goes a long way. Plus it sounds great and you gotta love how the wagons have that side port exhaust. Dear GM, will you PLEASE bring these vehicles back??!!!
Sincerely,
Wagon Lovers
P.S. Kyle I think owning a Roadmaster has made you appreciate the B bodies that much more!!
This car is a classic of the American automobile industry, very comfortable its maneuverability its internal space is exquisite I would love to have one of these here in Brazil.
@Oxyquatzal7 there actually was a 4.3 V8 produced just for this car, the 4.3 V6 was actually in earlier caprices
Awesome video, Kyle! I also like how you always greet us in the video with: hey, guys. How’s it going? That’s awesome!
This brought back memories of the '92 Olds Custom Cruiser I had.
I like these vehicles more!! Good job Kyle.
Beautiful car. A proper estate or wagon as the Americans call them. Built to last for 50 years and to travel vast distances across the USA. No fun on crowded UK roads, but god I’d like to cruise in one of these down Route 66.
Sorry to be so offtopic but does anybody know of a tool to get back into an instagram account..?
I was dumb forgot my password. I appreciate any tricks you can offer me.
@Gannon Nathan Instablaster :)
@Bryce Dash thanks for your reply. I got to the site on google and im trying it out atm.
Takes quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
I love how this guy can make any boring car seem awesome
Nice looking car. I've always liked this version of the Chevy Caprice Classic.
This is a real Chevy wagon, I really love the big cars. nice ride and smooth
engines.
Love that space. You could go somewhere and sleep overnight in the back and have loads of room to stretch out. Great thing about the USA that there is the space to have these super size vehicles on the road. Even with the dated interior it would be such a soft cruising beast.
Mark Bennett
U could fit an air mattress in the back with all the seats folded down. This car would make an awesome road trip car
This is similar to (if not exact) as the car I got from my dad and step-mom. I loved it so much.
With the rear seats down, we were able to fit an adult, a teenager, and 2 children to sleep comfortably.
I sincerely hope someday to find another, one that my ex-husband can't break. (He tried to drag race my car, killed it, then sold it for parts without my consent.)
Wow that's really clean-I never cleaned my car,I sold it for 275.00 to a garage-I needed a side lamp to get inspected and needed welding underneath.
Hello Kyle... In 2024, I shall look for such a great car..... Please save the date.... Nice to watch your videos.
Always loved how the front indicators alternate between the main bulb and the little side one. I think that goes way back to the 70s? My 79 Grand Prix did it too. Looks cool.
TITANIC lives ON!
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Thanks for sharing, Kyle.
@bigcrowfly strictly speaking, no caprice had a "corvette engine." they both had LT1s, but the corvette's had a four bolt main cap and aluminum heads while the caprice had two bolt main caps and cast iron heads.
Thanks for doing this!!! I saw one driving down my street, and thought of you. I was like, I wonder when he'll do one of those? And here it is!
Thanks for the review!!
the caprice was the last american pride I think ...
ford Crown vic in my opinion because it ran for so long and it was the last true boaty american rwd v8 and they are bullet proof but as a last true wagon I say the caprice for sure.
What about the mid 90s Fleetwood
Crown Vic, roadmaster, viper,and gt they last great American cars
HOLDEN CAPRICE SS.
@@kraut5023 the law enforcement where I live still uses a bunch of the old Vic's
favorite car in the world. great review as usual!
I also like "Grocery Getters" A huge thumbs up on this one. Thanks
These Chevrolet caprice wagons are so awesome back in those days
What a beauty! Love the color as well! Great vid as always Kyle!
Great american car...
LOL my Honda next to this thing would stop at the front seat. Love it.
My elementary school principal used to have one of these, though I'm not sure if it was a Caprice or Roadmaster. It had fake wood panelling on the outside.
Beautiful...Simply beautiful. Always loved Caprices.
I just love this wagon as it is something that is very stylish.
These wagon's are incredible, I'd buy it today! The Family Truxster, of course I'd have to put some wood on it!
Don't you dare put faux wood on this baby. It's perfection as it is.
It's my car's big brother! I drive a '93 Cavalier Wagon :)
My aunt had one years ago until it got stolen, the lazy police department couldn't retrieve it. Now she has a 2002 Taurus wagon SE. I'm defiantly gonna search for one when I get my license in 2 years.
@henryd1981 THANK YOU!!!! This engine actually wasn't updated. The LT1 is the engine from the corvette and has port fuel injection instead of throttle body and it looks different. They just stopped production of this and the L03 5.0L for 94 and de-tuned the LT1 a bit for these cars and came out with a new 4.3L V8 that looks pretty much identical to the LT1. Not sure the power specs on that engine though. But this is still a good engine with plenty of power. Way better than the standard 5.0L.
You make the best reviews.
@Oxyquatzal7 There was a 4.3 V8, was known as a baby LT1
The Caprice wagon from this generation was only available in base form. This particular model has the upgraded upholstery option. Most people did not select this option. Leather upholstery was mot offered in the wagons.
@slowride55 no it was a v8 brought back from the 50s, 265 cubic inches. it was named the L99 i believe in 94 through 96.
@MatruyoRocket yup. 305 and 350 are the same. just with some bigger parts in the engine. in fact the intake on the 350 wagon will bolt right onto my 305.
@MatruyoRocket This car is 19 years old, you know. This engine has a lot of torque which it needs more than hp to haul that body fully loaded. It has plenty of power to move that car without bogging down and is great for towing.
@flexor212000 I meant bring them back updated with airbags and stuff. it has a driver side airbag. This car is so huge and well built that the body itself will protect the passengers. It most certainly will wreck whatever gets in it's way because once again, older cars were much better built than anything made today. Today's cars need all of those airbags and electronics cause the bodies are much cheaper. Also, you don't need head restraints in back seats like these. Those seats are huge.
i watched that video and after this i bought a 1992 Caprice Classic Station Wagon ^^
7:35 what's that song? Would love to own this car and music system still seems amazing!
Edit: it's Flyleaf - all around me
One of America's greatest creations.
@saabkyle04 I believe the 4.3 liter you refer to is a V6, not a V8.
Awesome ride. I bet you could fit a couple coffins in the back with the rear 2 sets of seats down.
Loved the cloths on these so much more than the leather!!!!
That speed-o is bangin!
@The1970sInfatuate Your grandpa had good taste in cars! Those Olds CC's are the hardest wagons to find nowadays out of all the B Bodies.
Very nice cars.... I love the Sedans. Good thing you god a vid of a 94 Sedan :D
My grandpa had a white one.It was a great car.
The 180 horses from this engine are thoroughbreds, they feel much more powerful than many 250 bhp cars today.
Really nice car!! I love these old wagons
Im so tempted to get one 😂😂
Kyle, any possibility to do a review of one of that old Escalades right back there? (the silver or the black)
Could you do a full test drive???
Remember a guy turned one of these into a sleeper. Left it along inside and out but he suped it up and it was his family hauler. Thing floated down the road but it was quick.
@joewashington202 those are fun when hte generators break. after about 80-90k miles. have to pull the engine. shop cost around 5k
I love older style cars especially station-wagons etc...
@MatruyoRocket its not about how many horses you have its how big they are..
I have the fantasist memory of riding in the backward facing rear seats. Although, I believe that was a generation behind this model or at the very least a '91.
At least in this Caprice wagon 93, foldable third row rear seats and two way tailgates were available reminding previous generations
@saabkyle04 I must say I dont know much about american classics but this car is nice. How much would a decent caprice from the 90's cost you.?
that thing is a beast man
These things are so awesome!! It's so old fashioned (even by 90's standards: ie. body on frame, pathetic power from a huge engine and a 50's like speedo) it's properly cool. Too bad they're impossible to find in Europe and only came with automatics.
if you only take horsepower you do not understand the whole picture. it has 300lbs of torque at low rpm. The deal was to make as much torque down low cause thats what you use travelling. the tbi was good for low end torque. When they change to the multiport injection, they got more power and faster, but they lost end torque and fuel mileage suffered in heavy vehicule like the full size sedans and pickups.
It's all a trade off until you get variable valve timing and dual lenght intake runners
Paul Hojda The average age of the Chevrolet Caprice buyer in the 1990's was 65 years old; the same average age of the Buick Roadmaster buyer.
Paul Hojda Dude, here in sweden the market for classic American cars is huge, since theres a whole sub-culture around them. I'm looking for a Caprice atm and theres alot to choose from :P
All I'm saying is that the average age of a Caprice buyer back in the day was 65-years old. That's it... The modern day equivalent of the Caprice is the Impala whose average buyer age is 60 years old.
Why arent you makin test drives? I'd love to see some of those cars on the road!
It's always award when someone sits in the very back seat of one of those things and stares right at you.
I freaking want one now! Off to autotrader lol.
walked past one of these in a parking lot some time ago, had to make sure it wasn't a one off and that they all sound like tanks!
да так и есть
@halflife103 You capitalized the T and M in torque monster for what reason?
@saabkyle04 why dont you do videos at all city auto sales anymore?
As an european, when you park this car, do you have to pay the meter in two states?
kyle can u do a video on the black mustang in the backround plz :)
Do you still have any nice Caprice wagon with LT1?
@saabkyle04 Is there in your area the Audi TT RS? It would be nice to see on your channel.
This is a really pretty good wagon made by Chevy at the 1993....If your looking for a first car go for this
Id love to own one of these. Oddly enough I enjoy your videos about old american cars like this one, more then let's say the new Ferrari.
Like that car, better than any other Car for a Family :D
I seriously want one of these
Kyle, would greatly appreciate if you can do an indepth review of Olds Aurora, first or second gen. Thanks a bunch!
Could you do an 88-91 Ford Crown Victoria / Country Squire wagon???
@mhtube01 That video actually isn't spam. Its that "crash test" where a 1959 Impala with no motor and a 2009 Malibu have a head-on collision. The video is obviously biased because if the Impala had a motor/trans it wouldn't have crumpled nearly as easily. I too would much rather have an older car that felt safe compared to a mobile airbag..
This is the best car I've seen so far in the comfort I wonder sold new in 2013?
Probably my fav car, sadly probably all the caprice wagons in my country are hearses, I don't know if GM originally used to sell them on my country or if all are imported
The vista roof I believe was only ever on the Buick, never on the caprice. And point of interest, the Oldsmobile version was only made for 91 and 92
Exactly the same car that uxwbill owns! Cool find Kyle!
What a fabulous car
@JeepGCOverland47 The only thing wrong with it is that it needs new brakes (which parts are tbd) My parents think I should not get it based strictly on the fact that is 15 years old. Is there anyway to convince them otherwise? I know is this a really specific question but any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks.
You should video that compares the chevy avalanche vs. The cadillac escalade ext