Some will say that the first iteration of anything is the best while others are convinced that time yields improvements. Take Chevrolet’s Monte Carlo for example, the first-gen (’70-’72) is held in high esteem with enthusiasts, especially the ’70-’71… more»
Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Jan 23, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
All In The Family: 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Here is an oft-told and unfortunate tale. A car stays in the family but its caretaker passes and a remaining family member is tasked with moving it along. And so is the case with this 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo…. more»
Sep 17, 2022 • For Sale • 27 Comments
As Good As It Gets! 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
I normally wouldn’t give a flip about a second-gen Chevrolet Monte Carlo. How’s that for a brazen statement? However, this 1973 Monte Carlo Landau is so perfect that I must make an exception. It’s listed as having experienced 81K… more»
Jul 28, 2022 • For Sale • 17 Comments
First Year 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 454
Sometimes, subjectively speaking, the first is the best! That’s been my view of Chevrolet’s Monte Carlo and today’s example is a first of the first, an introductory year 1970 edition. Not owned for long, the current seller purchased this… more»
Apr 27, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
27K Original Miles? 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Well, it’s brown but it’s 1973 too and both go hand in hand. But it’s also a second-gen (’73-’77) Chevrolet Monte Carlo and they don’t get a lot of coverage, at least not to the extent that the first-gen… more»
Dec 5, 2021 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Genuine SS 454! 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
In the Spring of 1971, I went on a tour of Chevrolet’s Broening Highway (Baltimore) assembly plant. I was a car-obsessed teen and B.H. was one of several plants that assembled Chevelles, El Caminos, and Monte Carlos. As we… more»
Oct 28, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Roller Project: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
First-generation (1970-1972) Chevrolet Monte Carlos occupied an unusual market niche. It slid itself in between a slot that promoted both personal luxury and performance. The personal luxury coupe compartment had been dominated by Ford (Thunderbird) and Pontiac (Grand Prix)… more»
Aug 8, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Lambrecht Auction Vehicle: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Back in 2013, there was a substantial auto auction held in Pierce, Nebraska that handled the inventory of a shuttered dealership known as Lambrecht Chevrolet. Many of the vehicles were new old stock as in never sold. My colleague,… more»
Sep 27, 2020 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Original Family Owned: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
A first-gen Monte Carlo is my favorite; I really have little interest in the MC after those first three years (’70-’72). And a first-gen isn’t that unusual a find, they are still pretty common. But most cars, especially if… more»
Jul 31, 2020 • For Sale • 25 Comments
First-Gen Survivor: 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
By 1970, Ford and Pontiac had run away with the “Personal Luxury Coupe” segment of the domestic auto market. You could actually argue that Ford created it in 1958 when they converted the Baby-Bird Thunderbird into the Square-Bird. But… more»
May 31, 2020 • For Sale • 11 Comments
One Owner: 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
You better act quickly before this one is gone. This beauty is a one owner 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo here on eBay. There are only 12 hours remaining in the auction and the car is bid to $7,500. The… more»
