Vehicle Description
1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
For 1986, there were four distinct body styles available. The base
model Sport Coupe was still available with the same general body
panels that it had since 1981 but featured new "aero" side mirrors
similar to those on Camaros and Corvettes of the 1980s. New for the
1986 model year was a Luxury Sport model that had a revised front
fascia, new "aero" side mirrors, and an updated sleek-looking rear
fascia. The LS front fascia included "Euro" headlights with
removable bulbs in a glass composite headlamp housing, versus the
smaller sealed beam glass headlights of previous years. The rear
bumper of the LS no longer had a "notch" between the bumper and
trunk, and the tail lights wrapped around so that they were visible
from the sides of the car. The Super Sport model for 1986
incorporated the "aero" mirrors, yet still utilized the prior
year's styling for the rear bumper.
This once mild-mannered 1986 Monte Carlo SS up for consignment, now
contains some extra go fast parts. All the while keeping an
unassuming allure with wrinkled hood and drivers door, patina
across the trunk, a roof line appearing shot peened, and lots of
dull black paint with orange and red accenting stripes, many
passersby would never think this G-body notchback would be ready to
hand out a quasi ass kikkin'. Prepare yourself to be both appalled
and maybe pleasantly surprised!
NOTE: Due to modifications of the emissions control devices
installed by the manufacturer, please check your local, state, and
federal laws to determine if this vehicle is applicable for use on
public highways in your area.
Exterior
Black dulled and patina riddled paint adorns the exterior of this
sleeper car, and it has its share of faults. Mainly the dent in the
hood and unfortunate incident with the driver's door which have
created unrepaired war wounds. Scratches, cracking and even some
tasteful use of gaffer tape to cover rust holes can be noted. On
the neoprene bumpers chips appear aplenty as well. This two-door
model features the standard issue notchback style rear window, rear
deck lid spoiler, and a blacked-out grille and headlight bezels
with high output headlights. A trio of orange and red racing
stripes race around the below belt line of this car. Noted on all 4
corners are the 15-inch 5 spoke mag style blackened 5 bolt wheels
wrapped with performance 235/60R15 Eldorado Legend GT rubber
wrapping them.
Interior
A swing of the black upper velour coated doors shows some wear on
the sills and some shiny framed power window toggles. The mid
section houses the armrests in molded maroon vinyl and the lowers
in maroon carpeting. I slipped inside and perched upon power black
leather Z06 high back buckets courtesy a Corvette. These seats are
powered and in good condition for the black leather. Racing between
the buckets is the factory maroon plastic console with its T-handle
automatic shifter, a storage compartment/armrest and a small coil
cubby tucked neatly under the dash. In back the factory maroon
velour bench still remains, and the tuck and roll pattern has faded
slightly. A factory black SS steering wheel is front an 80's square
and rectangle design wrap around dash. It has the original rally
dash gauges, AC vents and a lineup of knobs and pulls on the
bottom. In dash center is a square containing the temp sliders and
an Alpine HD AM/FM/CD digital radio that you can hook your phone up
to. Hanging below are two aftermarket oil and water temp gauges.
Maroon carpeting covers the floors and appears clean and a solid
black broadcloth headliner is above.
Drivetrain
Popping the hood, we are met with the heart beat and soul of this
wolf in sheep's clothing. Resting between the inner fenders is
383ci V8 that our states has been dyno tested at 406hp however
there is no documentation to prove otherwise. It is fed by MSD
Atomic EFI and on the back is a 200R4 4-speed automatic which has
been rebuilt with a Precision Industries 2600-2800rpm converter.
Way back a Spohn Performance Moser 9 inch rear is on to shred the
rubber. Headers and a Flowmaster exhaust are now installed for the
big exhale and a Spal dual electric fan setupis strapped to the
DeWitt Performance aluminum radiator. Noted there are no catalytic
converters.
Undercarriage
Patina riddled undercoating covers the frame, floors and suspension
components with only minor surface rust showing here and there.
Power disc brakes on the front and rear of the car provide the
whooah factor. Power steering is in, as is AC. Dual exhaust in
stainless form, snakes back from the headers and standard
Flowmaster mufflers then exits with blackened tips at the rear of
the car. Independent and air bagged front suspension is on along
with a 4-link and air bagged rear suspension both courtesy of
RideTech. There is an anti roll bar installed in the back as
well.
Drive-Ability
I summoned Honey my blue tick coon hound to ride shotgun with me
and she gladly wagged and hopped in. A twist of the key and the 383
cubes instantly fired to life. I was met with snappy acceleration,
firm crisp shifting from the 4-speed automatic and great braking.
All functions were operational at the time of my drive and lest I
forget, when I got heavy with my boot, spinning the tires was done
with ease. Honey was barking like she saw some coon, and ended up
in the back seat!
An unassuming wolf in unshorn sheep's clothing. It looks the part
of a beat up 1986 Monte from the exterior, but with some mechanical
and performance upgrades this sleeper powers forward like a dream.
I almost pulled the trigger on this one myself, as it would look
great parked in front of garage but I'm going to leave it for you
as both my license and marriage would be suspended if it came to my
humble home.
1G1GZ37G7GR214233
1-USA
G-General Motors
1-Chevrolet
GZ-Monte Carlo
37-2 Door Notchback Coupe
G-305ci V8 HO 4bbl 180hp
7-Check Digit
G-1986
R-Arlington, TX Assy Plant
214233-Sequential Unit Number
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.
