1973 Chevrolet Caprice Estate

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  1. MikeT1961

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    For mileage, you could start with the 5.3. A friend of mine had an 07 Tahoe that did better than 25 miles to the US gallon by the simple expedient of changing the muffler to one that flowed, a cold air intake, and using the Superchips Tuner and using the highest torque for towing calibrations. In the more aerodynamic and slightly lighter wagon, better should be doable. Then change the rear axle ratio to take advantage of the torque curve, and you may be surprised.
     
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    Excuse me - $4500 and still rising!!!!!
     
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    I just do not get what is up with this car!!! I cannot believe that it can be constantly priced so erratically.
     
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    That's the beauty of the "Internet"!!!! :bouncy:
     
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    Or in fact the quality of DRUGS delivered that week??
     
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    I wonder when it was last waxed, if ever.
     
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    Appreciating in value... better hurry! :)

    I like it is a high optioned car. 454, power windows, power locks, power seat, tilt, cruise, power gate, 3rd seat, A/C, luggage rack, bumper guards, etc.
     

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