Vehicle Description
1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Hardtop
In 1968, GM introduced strict wheelbase policies about sizing. But
in 1969, they also launched the Pontiac Grand Prix, which was a lot
longer than what A-body cars were supposed to be. This became known
as the A-body special and later, the G-body. At the time, Chevrolet
had a penchant for naming all of its sedans with a "C" - think
Camaro, Corvette, Citation, Chevelle, Chevette, and so on. So Monte
Carlo was quite the deviation from the line, though it came out
later that the name on the file for the Monte Carlo was actually
Concours.
This classy 1977 Monte Carlo, named after the large district near
Monaco on the French Riviera comes to us via a collector who has a
penchant for 1970 Detroit iron. It is a solid all original cruiser
that's benefitted from careful use only on an as needed basis, and
as a result has a low 58,055 title verified original miles. It
would be hard to find more muscle and style for your money with
this consignment gracing our Hallowed Halls.
Exterior
Deep end of the pool red paint done right from the factory with
only a few non noticeable flaws, plenty of brite work, and a square
opera window B pillar steel top drapes this '77 "Luxo-Muscle",
("Look! Up in the sky, it's a muscle car...no its a luxury car!).
True to form, a 1977 second gen Monte Carlo through and through, it
sports a long, long hood, and almost as long trunk deck. All
badging trim work and chromed bumpers are very clean and rust free.
Some black accenting trim surrounded by stainless runs through the
body sides just below half way, and it sports stainless rocker
coverings. Plenty of square and rectangle 70's design is present
particularly with the grille, flanking dual stacked headlights
fenders and tail lighting. Produced when cars were cars and status
was measured by the inch, we possess a nice winner that oozes
success and a piece of red eye candy.
Interior
Plenty of shiny black is the color for the interior and it
encompasses not only the seat bolsters and carpet but the dash
surround, door panels, and headliner. A combination of vinyl and
cloth, in almost perfectly preserved factory form, a front split
bench and rear full bench have virtually no marks or stains and
certainly no rips or tears. The door panels are very clean vinyl
and plastic coverings with all working cranks and a toggle for the
exterior mirror. Some burl accenting in wood applique for the dash
instruments and radio panel on the lower dash are seen along with
some extra round gauges residing next to the burl within 2
additional textured backed panels infant of the driver. A standard
GM Monte Carlo steering wheel fronts the dash. We note air
conditioning, a clock, and the factory AM/FM radio are also
present. Red floor mats, protect wonderfully preserved and like new
black carpeting flooding the floors. A nice tight black lightly
textured headliner is above all this luxury and originality.
Drivetrain
Taking a gaze into the engine bay one catches a glimpse of an
original blue block under a litany of hoses, ducting and wiring.
This is a 350ci LM1 V8 engine with a factory 4-barrel carburetor on
top. The original TH350 3-speed automatic transmission is on back
and a 10-bolt rear axle with 2.56 gears finishes the drivetrain up
nicely. The engine is well preserved and just a slight bit of dust
and some minor corrosion can be seen throughout, and you have to
love the half mile deep fan shroud.
Undercarriage
Up on the lift we can see the meat of the operation from underside,
we note power steering, power front disc brakes along with power
drums on the rear. Single exhaust with a stock replacement muffler
along with the usual suspects having some surface rust. The frame
is sturdy, as are rockers and floor pans. Independent suspension
with coil springs provide the ride in front, and 4 link with coil
springs have the rear covered.
Drive-Ability
I love test driving these low mileage large Detroit iron cars, and
this one left me with a smile on my face. It fired right up, idled
without a trace of being on, and took off in a flash. It is a very
smooth ride, with nice acceleration and decent handling. All
functions were indeed...functioning, however the AC blew warm.
The 77 Monte Carlo is easily the nicest A-Body car that General
Motors ever produced due to it not looking like anything else on
the road. This example, with its great stance, all original paint
and interior and original engine and you could not ask for anything
else, and it delivers with super low mileage. An almost new
46-year-old car, now that's something to be said.
1H57L7K494577
1-Chevrolet
H-Monte Carlo
57-2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
L-350ci V8 4bbl 170hp
7-1977
K-Kansas City, MO Assy Plant
480384-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
ST 77 1AN57-1977 Monte Carlo 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
BDY K163629-Kansas CityBody #
TR 19E A52-Black Cloth Split Bench
PNT 72L 72U-Red
03A-1st Week March
04D-4th Week April
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our
showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just
1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The
website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888)
227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come
see the vehicle in person.
