1982 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon Base
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- Photo: 1984 Chevrolet Caprice Estate Wagon in Beige, Front Left (St. Ignace 2023) by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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- Photo: Chevrolet Caprice Classic en Roma by Bene Riobó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet 1977 Caprice Classic Station Wagon by besopha, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1984 Chevrolet Caprice Estate Wagon in Beige, Rear Left (St. Ignace 2023) by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1982 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon Base is a 115-hp 4.4-liter V8 wagon with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $9,513 MSRP.
It makes 115 horsepower at 4,000 rpm and 205 lb-ft of torque at 2400 rpm.
The Caprice Wagon measures 215.1 inches long on a 116.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,134 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Wagon |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $9,513 ($32,039 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.4L Small-Block V8 (Chevrolet 267) |
| Displacement | 4.4 L |
| Horsepower | 115 hp @ 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 205 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm |
| Bore and Stroke | 88.9 x 88.4 mm (3.5 x 3.48 in) |
| Compression Ratio | 8.3 |
| Injection Type | Carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed Automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Tank Capacity | 21.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double wishbone, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | Solid axle, coil springs |
| Turning Diameter | 45.3 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Vented Discs |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drums |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Tires Front | 225/75 R15 |
| Tires Rear | 225/75 R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 215.12 in |
| Width | 79.29 in |
| Height | 58.11 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.98 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,134 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.61 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.29 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 60.51 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 60.51 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1982 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon Base with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1982 Chevrolet CAPRICE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 24, 2007 · EQUIPMENT
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
NHTSA campaign 07E088000
Jan 3, 1982 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
UNDER CERTAIN VEHICLE OPERATING CONDITIONS, THE GOVERNOR WEIGHT RETAINER IN THE INJECTION PUMP MAY FAIL. THE THROTTLE VALVE COULD STICK, PREVENTING RETURN TO IDLE AND SHUT DOWN OF THE ENGINE BY THE DRIVER.
Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE GOVERNOR WEIGHT ASSEMBLY IN THE INJECTION PUMP AT NO COST TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 82V012000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1982 CHEVROLET CAPRICE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.