Vehicle Description
1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Hardtop
After six generations, nearly 40 years of production, dozens of
special editions, Chevrolet ended the Monte Carlo line in 2007. It
began in 1970 when GM decided to stretch the A-body platform in
front of the firewall creating a long nose, which Pontiac had
proven with its Grand Prix which outsold the larger B-body cars.
This long hood layout would eventually become its own platform
known affectionately and internally as G-bodies.
For consignment, a 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo hardtop showing
29,248 miles, but the true miles are unknown. This baby packs a 454
cubic inch V8, but it's the exterior, clean presentation that
stopped us in our tracks. Based on our experience, Monte's have an
enthusiastic following and good ones don't last long at the mall.
So, brush up on your Evelyn Wood speed reading skills and then put
Classic Auto Mall on speed dial!
Exterior
Fourteen colors were available for the Monte in 1971, and this one
is bathed in two stage Mulsanne Blue which was applied just over a
year ago. In the center of the grated black grille is the
Corinthian helmet, (similar to the Spartan helmet), and flanked by
single round headlights with rounded cornered bezels. The black
vinyl top is in great condition and retains a border of blue around
the front and sides, set back from the metal window frame and
having a frame of its own. The chrome bumpers, door handles, side
mirror, and other metal trim are in excellent shape and the 15-inch
Chevrolet Rally wheels need nothing. Simple vertical tail lights
are distinctive and canted forward, a field mark that eliminates
confusion with any other car while the reverse lights and front
parking lights are integrated into the chrome bumpers.
Imperfections include some inconsistent black on the grille, some
fading of the silver coating on the Monte Carlo emblem out back,
chipping paint near the wrap around bumper, bubbling near a gap
line, rusting and chipping or bubbling paint below the rocker
panel, bubbling under the vinyl top on a window trim edge, numerous
areas of bubbling under the vinyl top at the C-pillars and trailing
edges.
Interior
Black vinyl patterned door panels on both doors present in
excellent condition with a black armrest and door pull with silver
accents blending with the silver window crank, the driver's door
showing some wear on the kick panel. Bucket seats continue the
pattern of black vinyl stitched and button back design in very nice
condition. The back bench continues the seat theme of near showroom
condition. The 4 spoke steering wheel is also in great shape and
leads to a flow of burlwood applique which rides over the dashboard
where gauges are neatly arranged with some typical fading of the
silver painted edge. A Sharp AM/FM/Cassette radio is in the dash
below the climate controls topped by a pair of vents, followed by a
triple gauge pod mounted under the dash. The always enjoyable
horseshoe shifter lives in the center console with large indicator
numbers on the face framed in more simulated wood. Black loop
carpet covers the floor and is protected by carpeted mats
embroidered with Monte Carlo SS, and the black headliner with
shoulder belts look factory fresh. A black rubber is in the
otherwise bare trunk along with a covered spare tire.
Drivetrain
Pop the red hood and we find a clean, rebuilt and non original 454
cubic inch topped with 4-barrel carburetor and a chrome air cleaner
cover with a decal indicating 365 horsepower. A rebuilt circa 1969
TH400 3-speed automatic transfers the ponies to the 12 bolt axle
and pulling the reins on the herd entails pumping the power brakes
with discs on the front wheels and drums in the rear.
Undercarriage
Generally clean and driver quality underneath with some of the
typical surface rust and very little dampness of any kind. The
polished rear differential cover is cool, but could use a
replacement due to some pitting rust spots. Dual exhaust comes off
the headers and runs the length before entering a pair of
FlowMaster mufflers, then exiting out chrome oval tips in back.
Coil spring suspension in front is matched with a 4 link with coils
in the rear. There is a rear sway bar present.
Drive-Ability
The 454 sounds thunderous through the dual exhaust as we throttle
down onto the test loop. The clean interior provides a pleasant
place from which to pilot this blue beast and it handles as
expected, stops with assuredness, and has plenty of power and
acceleration on tap. Happily, all of the functions operate as
intended with the exception of the A/C and rear defroster. While
Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at
the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions
will be working at the time of your purchase.
128,600 Monte Carlo Sport Coupes were built in 1971 and this one
will come to you with the external badging to inform red light
challengers of its capability. Today, even base Monte Carlos look
muscular, but few have the venerable 454 under that long flat
hood.
138571B115845
1-Chevrolet
38-Monte Carlo
57-2 Door Hardtop
1-1971
B-Baltimore, MD Assy Plant
115845-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
ST 71 13857-1971 Monte Carlo Hardtop
BDY B039482-Baltimore Body #
TR Illegible
PNT 49G-Antique Green, Dark Green Vinyl Top
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and
collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us
anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
With so many great cars, you know we have a lot to talk about, and
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