While this 1966 Chevrolet Caprice is a stunning car, there will be a small group of readers who should find it particularly attractive. If you are seeking a classic car capable of seating six people in comfort but can still offer startling performance, this car has to tick a lot of the right boxes. It is the second 396-equipped ’66 Caprice that I’ve had the pleasure of writing about in recent times, but this one is far more affordable than the last. If I have managed to whet your appetite, you will find this Caprice located in Sherman, Texas, and listed for sale here on eBay. The owner has set the BIN at $19,500, and with an incredible 234 people currently watching the listing, it appears that this is a big Chevy that has attracted plenty of attention.

I’ve always liked the styling of the ’66 Caprice, and this one is an attractive one that is finished in Aztec Bronze. The paint holds a winning shine, with no visible flaws or problems beyond a few stone chips. The panels are impressively straight for a classic of this vintage, and there’s no evidence of any previous accident damage or repairs. That inevitably leads us to the question of potential rust problems, and things appear to be pretty positive. The owner doesn’t mention any issues in his listing, and the photos of the vehicle’s underside indicate that there are no problems that could cause lost sleep. The panels look particularly clean, and if the Caprice has spent most of its life in Texas, it is possible that it has completely avoided the rust that can plague so many cars from this era. The chrome is in good order, the tinted glass appears flawless, and the Rally wheels show no signs of stains or physical damage. However, the badges on the front fenders tell us that this Chevy might be more than just a pretty face.

Finding a numbers-matching classic is never a bad thing, especially when what occupies the engine bay happens to be a Chevrolet big-block V8. In this case, the Caprice comes equipped with a 396ci V8, a 3-speed Hydramatic transmission, a 12-bolt rear end, and power steering. This mighty motor offers the driver 325hp under their right foot, which is enough to send the Caprice down the ¼ mile in a neat 16 seconds. The engine bay presents well for a survivor of this age, and it is a case of looks not being deceptive. The owner says that the Caprice runs and drives very well, and you would have to think that the big-block would sound pretty sweet breathing through a dual exhaust.

If this Caprice is to be considered as a survivor, its interior presents pretty well. It is upholstered in Black, and its faults appear to be of a minor nature. There are a couple of slight seam separations on the driver’s seat, but the rest of the upholstered surfaces show no real problems. The flaws on the driver’s seat haven’t progressed too far, so a competent upholsterer might be able to rectify them without the need to replace the cover. There is wear in a few spots on the carpet, with the worst of these being around the driver’s right foot area. Maybe someone has been hitting the gas pedal to get the most out of the 396 under the hood. The damage isn’t horrendous, but I wouldn’t be surprised if the buyer decided to hand over $160 for a new set that would boost the interior. The dash and pad are in good order, and it looks like someone may have installed an aftermarket radio/8-track player. The faux woodgrain and the plated items show no issues or problems, and I can’t see why this interior couldn’t be enjoyed immediately by the new owner.

This 1966 Caprice has a lot to offer its next owner. It presents well for a vehicle of this age, and it appears that the buyer won’t be digging into their wallet to address rust problems. It is a tidy and practical survivor that should offer winning performance for a vehicle of this size and weight. With the automotive world beginning to show signs of turning its back on the internal combustion engine, preserving and enjoying classics like this will become more critical with each passing year. I hope that someone does that with this classic, and I would love to think that the new owner will be one of our passionate readers. I know that you would treat the Caprice with respect, which is something that it deserves.