Vehicle Description
1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS -5.0L V8 -Automatic Transmission -70k
Miles -Black Over Red Interior (Please note: If you happen to be
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Chevrolet showroom poster for the 1985 Monte Carlo SS In 1984, Dale
Earnhardt switched from Ford to Chevy and the Monte Carlo SS
starting kicking butt on the track, winning the Daytona 500 and
Earnhardt's Wrangler-sponsored Monte snatching victory at
Talladega. A 2019 Hagerty Media article provided some more
background on the racing-inspired SS model: In 1983, to better the
Monte's aerodynamics on NASCAR's super speedways, Chevy developed a
sleek aerodynamic nose for the coupe and developed the Super Sport
model to get it on the street. It was option code RPO Z65, and it
was the first Monte Carlo SS since 1971. Sales lasted until 1988,
one model year beyond Buick's run of turbo Regals.... Presented
here is a beautifully preserved 1985 Monte Carlo SS in black over
burgundy cloth. Showing just 70,000 miles on its odometer-under
2,000 miles per-year on average-the car's restrained and respectful
use by its prior owners speaks to their pride in stewarding the
car, and to its current, almost showroom-fresh, presentation.
Collectors can be assured the G s present in the eighth position in
the car's VIN verifying that it was born a true Z65 SS. The car's
exterior black paint-one of only four colors offered-shines as
though it had only just arrived from the factory. The condition of
its red beltline striping, red SS front-license-plate logo, red
grille-surround trim, red frear-spoiler trim, and red model
designation emblems on the front fenders and rear decklid is
equally impressive. These splashess of red on the black background
add a touch of meanness to the car's look. The bumpers show no
parking-lot damage, and the front lower chin spoiler is likewise
free of abrasion. Only very light fingernail wear is present
beneath the door handles Cabin glass and all lighting lenses are
clear and undamaged.. Factory five-spoke wheels with chrome trim
rings wear GoodYear Eagle GTII performance tires, a subtle reminder
of the tire brand Earnhart drove into victory lane so many times.
Inside, the vertically pleated burgundy velour upholstery with
burgundy vinyl trim complements the black body color. The
impression of luxury is unmistakable. The front bucket seats-first
offered in this model in 1985-are separated by a burgundy console
housing the automatic-transmission shifter and an ample storage
compartment to the rear. Burgundy is the dominant interior-trim
color including carpeting (protected with rubber floor mats),
seatbelts, door panels, and the car's dashboard. The dash design
features squared off pods defining the instrument array (tachometer
included) and the HVAC and audio-control center forward of the
console. The black SS identified steering wheel is original to the
car. A red dashboard Monte Carlo emblem facing the passenger seat
visually ties into the Monte Carlo's exterior red striping. Under
the hood, the original 5.0-liter Chevrolet V8 commands the engine
bay. All components are properly located and all surfaces are clean
without being artificially shiny from the use of spray-on products.
The V8's performance-engine note can be sampled in the accompanying
video link. Likewise, the car's chassis viewed from below shows no
components damaged from too-aggressive driving. The full-length
dual exhaust system is properly mounted. All original data and VIN
tags are present as well as a number
