1987 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Brougham

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong.

The Generous Collection debuts with Part 1 offering over 200 cars in October, all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. Many additional lots will be offered in the coming months. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy. 

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The 1987 Chevrolet Caprice Brougham represented one of the final years of GM’s traditional full-size, rear-wheel-drive sedans before the front-wheel-drive revolution took hold. As the top trim level of the Caprice line, the Brougham emphasized comfort, luxury, and conservative elegance. It featured a formal roofline with a padded vinyl top, plush velour or optional leather seating, woodgrain interior accents, and additional sound insulation for a quieter ride.

Under the hood, the ’87 Caprice Brougham typically came equipped with a 5.0-liter V8 engine, paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. A 4.3-liter V6 and a 5.7-liter V8 were also available, the latter primarily in police and taxi packages. The car rode on GM’s B-body platform, known for its durability and smooth ride, making it a favorite among law enforcement and fleet buyers.

Stylistically, the 1987 model retained the squared-off, chrome-laden design introduced in the late 1970s, with only minor updates to trim and lighting. Though considered old-fashioned by some in the era of downsizing and aerodynamics, the Caprice Brougham remained a symbol of traditional American luxury and was one of the last of its kind before the 1991 redesign.

Highlights

• Offered from The Generous Collection

• Finished in White paint with white padded vinyl landau roof

• Maroon Velour upholstery

• Powered by a 5.0-liter V8 engine rated at 170 hp and 250 lb-ft of torque

• Four-speed THM700-R4 automatic transmission

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

Features

• Rectangular quad headlamps and wraparound corner lights

• Chrome trim on grille, bumpers, and window surrounds

• Opera lamps and Brougham badging

• Steel wheels with wire wheel covers

• Hankook Optimo H724 P215/75R15 whitewall tires

• Power steering, front disc brakes, windows, locks, seat

• Simulated woodgrain trim on dash and door panels

• Split front bench seat with fold-down armrest

• Tilt steering wheel

• Air conditioning

• Cruise control

• Delco AM/FM/Cassette stereo with equalizer

Known Imperfections

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars. 

• Rearview mirror detached from windshield

• Front valance panel is cracked/broken in several places

• Imperfections on landau top include small tears in vinyl (repaired)

Included

• Carpeted floor mats with clear plastic mats on top

• Uniden CB radio

• Owner’s manual

• Keys

• Spare fuses

Ownership History

This 1987 Chevrolet Caprice Brougham is offered from The Generous Collection of no reserve automobiles. The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places it in Alabama.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Frank Malefors   Phone: 602-488-7888   Email: fmalefors@hagerty.com   

Alabama Sales Tax Notice to Bidders: Because this car is located in Alabama, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama state sales taxes of up to 2% of the purchase amount, even if the buyer plans to register the car outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer is located in AZ, CA, FL, IN, MA, MI, or SC (capped at $500 in SC), and (b) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives the car or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer). Additionally, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama county or city taxes from buyers located outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer), and (b) the buyer fails to provide an executed Drive-Out Certificate for Nonresidents. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Alabama that are sold to residents of another state.  

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential, however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning to both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite beginning Monday, November 3 through Wednesday, November 19. No cars can be retrieved prior to November 3 and any lots remaining after November 19 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.