Vehicle Description
This 1984 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Restomod is a terrific total
package that gives you the vintage look you love on the outside,
but beneath the skin is an upgrade to a fuel-injected LS V8 and
full sports suspension. And you still get to enjoy the full
performance package from a comfy A/C interior.
Before we dig into all the upgrades of this coupe, you should also
know how significant the total package is. White exterior with a
blue interior was only available for a couple of years, and so it's
distinct among these 4th gen SS cars. It's a reason why the
exterior remains highly original, preferring a more survivor-style
look and largely retaining the factory paint. Of course, you could
add a cool modern pearl white if you wanted, but since a car can
only be original once, we like the option of having a choice how
it's presented to the world. This is the complete SS package with
the NASCAR-inspired aerodynamic front end and subtle deck lid
spoiler. We also especially like how the full-length striping and
decals with built-in fade previews the interior blue. So it does
right by a sleeper/survivor style. In fact, the only real hint at
this coupe's true upgraded power is the added set of modern 18-inch
US Mags alloys.
The consignor states the build started with a low mileage Monte
Carlo SS, and the interior really reflects that. 1984 was the only
year for the all-blue interior, and so we are thrilled to see it
this well presented. This was the only year that the individual
front seats and center console were included with the wood paneling
interior, and this combo seems to represent the dual sports and
luxury nature of the Monte Carlo SS the best. There are great
factory features like the power windows, power locks, electric rear
defogger, and the dual-spoke sports steering wheel on a tilt
column. But as a true restomod, they also made investment in
worthwhile upgrades. You have Vintage Air air conditioning, cup
holders, and an AM/FM/XM radio with USB input and Bluetooth. Plus,
the gauge package is now a crisp and clear Dakota Digital VHX
setup.
Under the hood has one of the best modern motor upgrades around.
It's GM's 6.0-liter LS2 fuel-injected V8. It was part of the
rebirth of the GTO and also gave the Corvette new performance
standards, and so it really seems worthy to be placed under the
hood of this Monte Carlo. Before the LS power went in, the donor
motor was rebuilt/serviced, including a new camshaft, lifters, and
head gaskets. The V8 inhales deeply with a cold air intake, and
Kooks headers let it exhale with power and authority into the
x-pipe dual exhaust. It's believed that the odometer was installed
at the same time as the donor motor, and so there's only about
4,600 miles on the refreshed setup. The matching four-speed
automatic transmission was serviced at the same time. So the
transmission is both smooth and stout at handling this power
package. Even the rear end was upgraded to a Ford 9-inch unit. As
you look underneath the car, you'll see a full suspension upgrade.
It starts with a UMI Stage 2 Performance handling Kit, including
tubular control arms front & rear. There's also Bilstein shocks,
Eibach Pro-Kit lowering springs, power steering with PST steering
linkage, and Corvette four-wheel power disc brakes with driller &
slotted rotors. So this coupe feels both extra-powerful and
extra-sharp out on the road.
The sale comes complete with nice paperwork like the factory
buildsheet, owner's manual, and service manuals. It also has some
useful spare components, like the rear bumper trim, new decals,
touch-up paint, and a new car cover. You know an awesome build like
this would take plenty of time and a lot more money. So skip the
wait and headache and get straight to your dream Monte Carlo. Call
today!!!