Vehicle Description
Cruisin Classics is proud to present to you this incredibly
low-mileage 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS. This Monte Carlo comes
to us today with a mere 4,695 actual miles on the odometer - backed
up by the title and CarFax! 1988 was the last year of 4th
generation Monte Carlo production and only 16,204 SS's were made
that year. This car is a true unmolested survivor that still wears
its original coat of black factory paint and it looks simply
fantastic. The deep slick paint is accented by an SS graphics
package that includes a series of red decal stripes that encircle
the car at knee height and "SS Monte Carlo" decals at the front of
both doors and on the trunk lid - all in flawless condition. The
front end features a single piece of molded plastic that serves as
a front bumper cover, grille, and a bezel for the quad headlights.
Looking down the perfectly straight sides of the car you'll see
that, aside from the decals, it sports a bit of a murdered-out look
with black window trim, body-color door handles, and dual black
sport mirrors. A fixed rear quarter window keeps your eye moving
toward the rear where you'll find a "lay-down" spoiler attached to
the trunk lid, another plastic bumper cover, clear vertical
taillights with Monte Carlo shield emblems, and a hidden gas fill
behind the license plate. This whole gorgeous package is perfectly
complemented by a set of original 15" factory 5-spoke alloy wheels
in silver and grey, all shod in Goodyear Eagle GT+4 white-letter
tires.
Under the hood is a very clean and completely bone-stock engine bay
that is home to a 5.0 liter 305ci V-8 (factory rated at 180hp). The
engine is topped off with stock heads, black valve covers, a
4-barrel Rochester Quadrajet carburetor, and a black air cleaner.
Other items of note under the hood include power steering, power
brakes (front discs, rear drums), and R-12 air conditioning. The
V-8 is mated up to a 200R4 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission
that sends power to the rear via a 10-bolt axle with 3.73:1 gears.
The SS handling is an improvement over the base Monte Carlo thanks
to the F-41 Sport Suspension package that includes heavy-duty
springs and larger front and rear anti-roll bars. Exhaust travels
from cast manifolds through dual mufflers and exits out a single
tailpipe at the passenger rear.
Open the driver's door and take a step back in time to 1988! The
maroon OEM interior is in immaculate condition with no visible wear
- it really looks like a showroom-new car! The door panels are a
mix of velour, vinyl, and carpet with bright trim, a handle pull,
and a driver's mirror toggle. A bright sill plate leads to a maroon
factory carpet that welcomes you inside. Up front are maroon
crushed velvet bolstered bucket seats with vinyl bases, sides, and
backs while in the rear is a matching bench. Between the seats is a
console with an armrest/storage box and the shifter for the
transmission. Ahead is a crack-free maroon dash with black gauge
instrument bezels accented with a red stripe (to mimic the outside
theme). The gauge cluster (speedo, tach, fuel, temp, oil, volts) is
stock from the factory and everything works as it should. Beneath
the gauges, you'll find controls for lights to the left and a
switch for a rear defogger to the right. Low in the center of the
dash is a pod that contains the climate controls and stereo. The
HVAC controls are easy to use and provide cold A/C and hot heat on
demand with a strong fan. The stereo is a factory Delco
AM/FM/Cassette unit that sounds great through factory speakers. The
driver is treated to a 2-spoke black faux leather-wrapped SS
steering wheel with a working horn on a fixed column. Also on the
column is a stalk with controls for the 2-speed wipers and cruise
control. Ahead of the passenger is a glovebox that contains the
original owner's manual, warranty booklet, stereo instructions, and
the original bill of lading from when the car was delivered new to
Byer's Chevrolet in Columbus Ohio. A quick look overhead reveals a
tight maroon felt headliner and a working dome light. Back in the
trunk, you'll find a carpeted mat, a set of carpeted floormats, and
a temporary factory spare with a jack.
Whether you're a collector or just an enthusiast, this '88 Monte
Carlo SS is sure to grab your attention! Finding a Monte with such
low miles, in arguably the best color combination, and in such good
condition is definitely not something that happens often - if ever!
If you're looking for a fourth-gen Monte SS you'll be hard-pressed
to find one nicer -so give us a call today and make this classic
your own!
ENGINE
5.0 liter 305ci V-8
4-Barrel Rochester Quadrajet Carburetor
Power Steering
Factory A/C
TRANSMISSION
200R4 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
10-Bolt Axle with 3.73:1 Gears
Console Shift
BRAKES
Power Front Discs and Rear Drums
SUSPENSION
F-41 Sport Suspension
HD Springs
Front and Rear Anti-Roll Bars
EXTERIOR
Slick Black Factory Paint
Red SS Graphics Package
Quad Headlights
Dual Color-Keyed Sport Mirrors
"Lay-Down" Rear Spoiler
Hidden Gas Fill
Factory 15" Silver and Grey Aluminum 5-spoke Wheels
Goodyear Eagle GT+$ Tires
INTERIOR
OEM Maroon Interior in Excellent Condition
Factory Door Panels with Grab-Handles and Drivers Mirror Toggle
Crushed Velour Bucket Seats with Vinyl Bases, Sides, and Backs
Rear Bench Seat
Center Console with Armrest/Storage Box and Shifter
Stain-Free Factory Maroon Carpet
Tight Felt Headliner
Crack-Free Dash
Working Factory Gauges
2-Speed Wipers
Cruise Control
Rear Defogger
Cold A/C, Hot Heat, and Strong Fan
Delco Factory AM/FM/Cassette Stereo with Factory Speakers
Original Owners Manual, Warranty Booklet, and Bill of Lading
Only 4,695 ACTUAL MILES!
If you have any additional questions, please call one of our
friendly sales staff. We will be glad to help in any way with
questions on financing, shipping the vehicle, or perhaps an
interest in our sell-your-car brokerage program. We've been in
business since 1996 and have sold cars all over the world and we
insist on giving the best personal service in the industry.
The sale is subject to the following conditions and
representations. This vehicle is being sold as-is, where-is with no
warranty in connection therewith. The seller shall not be
responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness,
or defects herein, and make no warranty in connection in addition
to that. No allowances or set aside will be made on account of any
incorrectness, imperfection, defect, or damage. Any descriptions or
representations are for identification purposes only and are not to
be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of
the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle and to have
satisfied oneself as to the condition and value based upon that
judgment solely. The seller assumes no responsibility for any
repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.
Thank you from all of us at Cruisin Classics.
