Chevy Captiva for mechanic
Specifications
| Year | 2014 |
| Mileage | 108,000 mi |
| Transmission | Manual |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Body Style | Suv |
| Condition | Good |
| Title Status | Clean |
| Exterior Color | Black |
| Engine | 4 cylinders |
| VIN | 3GNAL4EK5ES547964 |
Owner's Pitch
"Mechanic's special 2014 Chevy Captiva Sport with low 108k miles. Features new brakes and registration paid through October 2026. Exterior and interior are in good condition. Requires head gasket and catalytic converter repair to be road-worthy. Perfect project for a technician looking for a high-margin flip or a reliable daily driver once repaired."
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Overview: This 2014 Chevy Captiva is being sold as-is. It is a mechanic's special that presents well but requires significant engine and emissions work to be road-legal and reliable.
Mechanical Needs: The vehicle requires a new head gasket and a catalytic converter. Due to these issues, it currently will not pass the California smog inspection.
Maintenance and History: On the positive side, the car features all-new brakes and remains registered until October 2026. The odometer shows 108,000 miles, which is below average for the year.
Condition: Everything else on the vehicle is reported to be in working order. The seller is asking $2,500 or best offer.
Market Highlights
- The Mechanic's Discount: In the 2026 market, budget SUVs under $5,000 are in high demand, but only if they are operational. A vehicle requiring a head gasket and catalytic converter occupies a 'parts or project' niche, which significantly depresses the immediate cash value regardless of the body condition.
- California Smog Constraints: Selling a car 'as-is' without a passing smog certificate is legally complex in California. Because the buyer will be unable to register the vehicle until the catalytic converter and gasket are fixed, the seller must expect a steep discount to accommodate the buyer's risk and repair labor.
- Model Reliability Factors: The Captiva Sport, originally a fleet-only vehicle, suffers from higher-than-average depreciation. While the 108,000-mile odometer reading is a positive attribute, it is overshadowed by the failure of major engine components, making it a high-risk purchase for anyone other than a professional mechanic.