Vehicle Description
1970 Monte Carlo GMs design studios took adecidedly formal turn in
the Seventies, led by large coupes such as the GrandPrix and Monte
Carlo. Although they didnt have the semi-fastback aesthetic ofmany
Sixties-era models, they nonetheless carried spot-on and
timelesslong-nose/short-deck proportions. This 1970 Chevrolet Monte
Carlo exemplifies the strong styling established withthe new design
trend. According to the previous owner, its original 350 enginehas
been replaced with a big-torque 496-inch big-block stroker engine
thatsbacked with a four-speed transmission. Its reported to be an
originalCalifornia car, owned by the seller for 20 years - and
owned by a personalfriend for the 18 years before that. The seller
says the two timeframes add upto 38 years of covered, heated
storage for this first-year Monte Carlo, addingthat the car "needs
nothing." POWERTRAIN Originally equipped with a 350-cu.in. V-8 and
a Turbo HydraMatic350 automatic transmission, the original
powertrain has been changed to a "pumpgas" 496-cubic-inch big
block, with a four-barrel carburetor, iron heads andfactory-style
exhaust manifolds, which flow into stainless steel mufflers
andfactory-style SS exhaust outlets. All of its torque is channeled
through a SuperT10 four-speed transmission, the conversion of which
was reportedly completedwith all correct, NOS components. Its a
wide-ratio gearbox, with a 2.50 firstgear and a Hurst shifter. Its
linked to a 12-bolt rear axle, with a Posi unitand 3.55 gears.
There are no reported leaks with the powertrain and thetransmission
is said to shift smoothly. EXTERIOR According to the previous
owner, this Monte Carlo wasrepainted the correct gold color in
2019. The refinish included soda-blastingwhat is described as
"perfect, rust-free" sheet metal. There are no reportedblemishes or
swirl marks in the finish and the exterior trim appears to be
invery good condition. There are no reported cracks or chips in the
glass,either. CHASSIS According to the previous owner, the
chassis,suspension and brake components are in very good condition,
with upgrades andrecent service including urethane body mounts,
heavy-duty rear control arms anda stabilizer bar. There are no
reported issues or needs with the steering or brakingsystems. The
car rolls on new reproduction Firestone Wide Oval radial
tires,which are mounted on factory 15-inch Rally wheels. Turnkey,
gorgeous and extremely powerful, best of bothworlds. The equipment
consists offactory air conditioning, power steering, power brakes,
disc in the front, drumin the rear, tachometer and a full array of
gauges, tilt steering wheel,factory A.M. radio, driver side remote
mirror and more.
