These are standard specifications for the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
3 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Separate body and frame |
| Production Years for Series : | 1977 - 1990 |
| Price : | $10,240-$13,800 |
| Weight : | 3400 lbs | 1542.214 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 6 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4293 cc | 262.0 cu in. | 4.3 L. |
| Power : | 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 4200 RPM |
| Torque : | 225 Ft-Lbs (305 NM) @ 2000 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.3:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 4 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Throttle-body fuel injection | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5031 cc | 307.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
| Power : | 140.00 SAE @ 3200 RPM |
| Torque : | 225 Ft-Lbs (305 NM) @ 2000 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.8 in | 97 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
| Power : | 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 4400 RPM |
| Torque : | 250 Ft-Lbs (339 NM) @ 2800 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.7 in | 95 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.5:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
3 Automatic
Production Figures
| Total Chevrolet Production for 1987 : | 1,384,214 |
| 1987 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Classic Brougham 4 dr. 6 P : | 51,341 |
| Classic LS Brougham 4 dr. 6 P : | 23,641 |
| Classic Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 53,802 |
| Classic Sport Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 363 |
| Classic Station Wagon 4 dr. 8 P : | 40,340 |
| Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 56,266 |
| Station Wagon 4 dr. 8 P : | 11,953 |
Handling
Recall
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 07E088000 |
| Summary | 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. |
| Notes | CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV. |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 06E043000 |
| Summary | CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON 'DOCUMENT SEARCH' AND THEN 'BUS APPLICATIONS'). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE. |
| Consequence | THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR. |
| Remedy | HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1). |
| Notes | THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV. |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19830801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 89V102000 |
| Summary | A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF). |
| Consequence | SERVO ROD ASSEMBLY COULD CATCH ON ENGINE COMPONENTS ANDRESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE WITH POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH. |
| Remedy | INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL. |
| Notes | SYSTEM:CRUISE CONTROL.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL ANDCERTAIN GASOLINE AND DIESEL ENGINES. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19870601 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 87V168000 |
| Summary | MANUAL VALVE LINK IN THE TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY FORMED. |
| Consequence | THE VALVE LINK COULD SEPARATE RESULTING IN A GEARSELECTION DIFFERENT FROM WHAT THE DRIVER SELECTS. ALSO, CAR COULD BE STARTEDWITH TRANSMISSION IN GEAR ALLOWING VEHICLE TO MOVE IN AN UNANTICIPATEDDIRECTION. |
| Remedy | REPLACE THE MANUAL VALVE DETENT LEVER LINK. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: TRANSMISSIONVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS AND WAGONS WITH 200 4R TRANSMISSIONS. |
Data updated January 2023
1987 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $10,355 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $24,350 |
| Avg. Home : | $92,000 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.89 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
1987 Chevrolet Caprice FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice? A: The 1987 Chevrolet Caprice has a wheelbase size of 116.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice? A: The 1987 Chevrolet Caprice has a length of 212.80 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice? A: The 1987 Chevrolet Caprice has a width of 75.40 inches.Q: How much did the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice cost when new?A: The 1987 Chevrolet Caprice cost approximately $10,240 to $13,800 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice? A: The 1987 Chevrolet Caprice was offered as a Classic Brougham, Classic LS Brougham, Classic Sedan, Classic Sport Coupe, Classic Station Wagon, Sedan, Station Wagon.Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1987? A: Chevrolet produced 1,384,214 automobiles in 1987.Q: What engines did the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice have? A: The 1987 Chevrolet Caprice had the following engine options: V 6 (4293 cc | 262.0 cu in. | 4.3 L.) with 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 4200 RPM and 225 Ft-Lbs (305 NM) @ 2000 RPM V 8 (5031 cc | 307.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 140.00 SAE @ 3200 RPM and 225 Ft-Lbs (305 NM) @ 2000 RPM V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 4400 RPM and 250 Ft-Lbs (339 NM) @ 2800 RPM Q: What transmission did the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice have? A: The 1987 Chevrolet Caprice had a 3 speed Automatic gearbox.