It is a well-worn cliche that racing improves the breed. It is also true in many cases, with buyers often reaping the benefit of lessons learned on the track. Such is the case with this 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe. The company produced this variant as a homologation special, releasing a production version that was available off the showroom floor for two years. This 1987 Aerocoupe is more special than most. It is a low-mile survivor that has been part of the same family since Day One. They have strived to preserve this classic, but the time has come for the SS to find a new home. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder T.J. for spotting the Monte Carlo listed here on eBay in Danbury, Connecticut. There have been no bids on an auction that opened at $20,000, although there is a BIN of $42,000 for those who view this as an automotive must-have.

Chevrolet’s Fourth Generation Monte Carlo range graced showroom floors from 1981 until 1988. It was, in the eyes of many, a last hurrah for the badge, as its successor featured front-wheel drive. The SS was an integral part of the range, and Chevrolet released an Aerocoupe version in 1986 for NASCAR competition. The longer rear window channeled air more efficiently over the rear spoiler without introducing additional drag. The target was Blue Ribbon events like Daytona and Talladega, where outright speed is king. This 1987 Aerocoupe has been part of the same family since it was purchased off the showroom floor by the seller’s father in Code 40 White. The gentleman used the car sparingly until his passing in 1995. Potential buyers can consider it a genuine survivor, having never undergone restoration or repairs. The paint is in good condition, the panels are straight, and the vehicle’s garage-kept history makes its rust-free status unsurprising. The trim and glass are in good order, and this SS scores extra points for its glass T-Top. The seller’s desire for authenticity prompted them to purchase an additional set of alloy SS wheels, wrapped in new BF Goodrich tires. The original wheels are included and retain the factory-fitted Goodyear tires.

This SS may be considered a muscle car, but the interior doesn’t lack creature comforts. These include air conditioning, power windows, power locks, a rear defogger, cruise control, a leather-wrapped tilt wheel, a sports gauge pack with a tachometer, remote exterior mirrors, and an AM/FM radio and cassette player. It retains all of these features, and there are no visible aftermarket additions. The Burgundy trim, in cloth and vinyl, is in superb condition for its age. There is no appreciable wear or UV damage, and the carpet isn’t faded or damaged. The appearance is consistent with the odometer reading and suggests that the family has cherished this classic.

Chevrolet adopted a standard drivetrain configuration across all versions of the 1987 SS. Buyers received a 305ci “High Output” V8, a four-speed 200-R4 automatic transmission, and power-assisted steering and brakes. The 305 as found in the SS delivered 180hp, which is considerably better than the 150hp produced by the “garden variety” version. Acceleration was acceptable by the standards of the time. However, the additional weight resulting from the glass and metal upgrades meant that with a higher curb weight, the Aerocoupe was marginally slower than a regular SS. The seller recently replaced the water pump and front sway bar bushings. Otherwise, the vehicle has been appropriately maintained throughout its life. They don’t mention documentation supporting the claimed odometer reading of 26,000 original miles. Given the car’s history, I would not be surprised if the seller’s Service Records dispel any doubts. This SS is a turnkey proposition with no identified mechanical needs or shortcomings.

Necessity is the mother of invention, leading to the development of classics like this 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe. Ford was dominating the opposition in NASCAR superspeedway competition with its Thunderbird, and General Motors was desperate to strike back. Both Pontiac and Chevrolet responded with the 2+2 and the Aerocoupe, respectively. Many people agree that the 2+2 was the less elegant solution, helping to explain why it only graced showroom floors for a single model year. Buyers embraced the Monte Carlo more warmly, and after selling 200 examples in 1986, that figure grew to an impressive 6,052 cars in 1987. It also marked the end of the line for the variant, as Chevrolet discontinued the Monte Carlo on a rear-wheel-drive platform at the end of 1988. The seller’s BIN is at the top end of the market, especially considering that Aerocoupe values have dropped in 2025. The figure isn’t unprecedented, and with the situation now stable, an upswing may be around the corner. Would that be enough for you to consider pursuing this SS further?