A remarkably preserved 1975 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Convertible has surfaced as one of the standout entries in this season’s Raleigh Classic Auction in Zebulon, North Carolina. Showing just 17,762 miles, the full-size convertible represents the final chapter of Chevrolet’s open-top heritage and one of the last true American cruisers of its kind.
Finished in factory Medium Blue with a white vinyl interior and matching power-operated top, the Caprice retains its original paint, upholstery, and factory detailing. The car was purchased new in August 1975 from Don Warner Chevrolet-Buick in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, by Paul and Patricia Humpleby. It remained with the family for nearly five decades before joining The Raleigh Classic Collection earlier this year.
Under the hood, the car features a 350-cubic-inch, 5.7-liter V8 engine paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. The original drivetrain remains intact, supported by factory-applied undercoating and light mechanical reconditioning over the years to preserve drivability. According to records, the car received only minimal maintenance replacements—such as tires, shocks, and belts—while maintaining its original structure and components.
Equipped with Chevrolet’s Four-Season air conditioning, power windows, power steering, and deluxe wire wheel covers, the Caprice represents the height of luxury and comfort for its era. Additional touches like Soft-Ray tinted glass, tilt-adjustable steering, and a full carpeted interior further emphasize its premium positioning in the mid-1970s lineup.
This Caprice also carries a rich paper trail, including its original window sticker, dealer invoice, and ownership records spanning back to its purchase date. Once featured on the cover of Vintage Chevrolet Club of America magazine in 2005, the convertible stands as a benchmark example of originality and preservation.
With 17 bids already placed and interest continuing to rise, this 1975 Caprice Classic Convertible embodies the enduring charm of the full-size American cruiser—offered as both a collector’s prize and a symbol of the end of an automotive era. See it here.
