If you had to guess what was one of the best-selling cars of 1977, you’d probably mention an econobox or two. But the Chevrolet Monte Carlo would have to be up there, too, as they sold more than 411,000 copies in ‘77, the car’s best year since being introduced in 1970. As the full-size Chevies had been downsized that year, the Monte Carlo was one of the GM division’s biggest automobiles for one model year (downsizing would hit the Monte in 1978). This nice example has just 67,000 miles and looks to have been babied all its life. From North Arlington, New Jersey, this Chevy is available here on craigslist for $14,975.
The latest personal luxury automobile of 1970 was the Chevy Monte Carlo, which was part Pontiac Grand Prix and part Chevelle. The second generation arrived in 1973, utilizing the Colonnade design that all of GM’s intermediates adopted that year. The execution eliminated true hardtops, but the glass was still frameless. Despite the woes of the mid-1970s when it came to gasoline shortages and prices, the Monte Carlo never wavered in terms of demand. The seller’s edition has the basic 305 cubic inch V8, not exactly a barn burner.
Mechanically, this ’77 Chevy seems to be ship-shape and has some fresh goodies. That includes new tires on Corvette Rally wheels, and new rear shocks and springs. We’re betting it cruises nicely down the interstate at 70 mph (or more) so as not to get run over. The red interior looks spotless with no visible flaws. The floors have been coated and look brand new, so were they replaced, too?
The Monte has silver paint on the exterior with no mention of a repaint. If original, that looks like the nicest 49-year-old finish you might find. This car has the earmarks of a garage queen that’s ready to stretch her legs going forward. Thumbs up to Jack M. for the tip!
No A/C.
Floors solid, is that after the pop riveted or screwed in patched on the passenger side floor? As mentioned, 305, low option car.
Someone needs to check it out in person.
Steve R
Through the middle 70s our local dealer always seemed to stock stock one base Monte Carlo with rallye wheels, sport mirrors and white compat-a-color interior. I recall the ’75 being medium red, the ’76 light blue and the ’77 light green. Of course tinted glass and a radio. Put them right in the store front window. Never were there for a full week.
good colors but there is a giant rust bubble just waiting to hatch on the lower L/R 1/4 panel so what else is hiding? 305 no a/c no options 8k is where this should be.
High ask for a non-AC, 305 car. The 305 is not terrible in these, as the gearing is well matched to the torque curve of that engine, but the 350 is simply going to get a better asking price. The seats were removed and the floor re-done why? I would be concerned about other rust here. Needs an in person inspection for sure.
I miss the days when interiors were available in actual colors like this. Now it’s just a “choice” of gray, tan or black.
I know of one put away in dry, dust free storage with about 73,000 miles on it in almost perfect condition. I don’t have dry storage for it so haven’t tried to buy it but he says he’d sell it.
I sold these cars NEW in 1977. If a car came with red interior, the carpet would be RED. Why go to all that trouble and put in crappy black carpet. By the way, I owned a 76. By 1982, the quarters, fenders and part of the trunk were RUST. Be wary of these one.