Have you ever heard an owner say they wished their classic had less power? No? Same here. That may be what makes this 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo an attractive proposition. The seller performed a few upgrades to its small-block V8, which will undoubtedly have unleashed some welcome additional ponies. It hides this extra performance beneath an exterior that presents well, with the same true of its interior. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Curvette for spotting this sweet ride listed here on eBay in Tavares, Florida. Bidding sits below the reserve at $14,700 with a BIN option of $21,900 for those wishing to bypass the auction process.
The 1972 model year marked the end of the line for the First Generation Monte Carlo. The company performed minor cosmetic upgrades for its swansong, and many enthusiasts prefer these cars to their successors because they were the last produced as genuine Hardtops. The industry anticipated more stringent rollover legislation, moving towards a “Colonnade” approach that would provide greater roof strength. This Monte Carlo presents beautifully in Copper Metallic with a contrasting Beige vinyl top. The photos tell the story because this classic has no genuine cosmetic shortcomings or evidence of rust. The trim looks exceptional, and the glass is clear. The wide Rally wheels add a sense of purpose that is in keeping with the mechanical upgrades performed on this classic.
Chevrolet targeted the Personal Luxury Car market with the 1972 Monte Carlo, an approach reflected in this car’s interior creature comforts. It features air conditioning, power windows, power locks, a tilt wheel, acres of faux walnut, and an AM radio. The seller added an underdash CD player with speakers mounted in the kick panels and rear parcel tray, with a timber wheel to improve driver comfort. There isn’t much to criticize inside this classic beyond the deterioration visible on the wheel spokes. The upholstered surfaces are free from wear and distress, and the carpet has only a few dirty marks on the outer edge. The gauges feature clear lenses and crisp markings, and the pad shows no evidence of UV damage.
Lifting the hood reveals the area where many potential buyers may believe that this Monte Carlo shines. It features a 350ci V8, a three-speed Hydramatic transmission, a Posi rear end, and power-assisted steering and brakes. Chevrolet quoted a power output of 165hp for the small-block, although most of the loss from the previous year’s figure was due to an industry change to quoting engine output in Net, rather than Gross terms. However, that is now irrelevant, because the best way to unleash extra performance from any motor is via improved breathing. This Monte Carlo ticks that box, courtesy of its Edelbrock intake, a four-barrel carburetor from the same company, Performance headers, and a dual exhaust. The results justified the cost and effort, with the seller stating that this motor produces plenty of torque and a nice bass rumble. The Monte Carlo is a turnkey proposition that the winning bidder can enjoy immediately.
There is a lot to like about this 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, and many potential buyers will welcome the improved performance provided by its sensibly modified small-block V8. It seems I am not alone in that sentiment, because this classic has already attracted sixteen bids. With the remaining listing statistics looking equally impressive, I suspect that people may have to bid hard to take this classic home. Are you up for that challenge?
Nice car! I remember a guy who owned one telling me that
cats loved to climb up into that long fan shroud,& would sometimes
hear a screaming cat when he started it up while it was still warm.
Poor cat didn’t didn’t know what to expect! It’s probably a good idea to open the hood before firing up the engine, make sure there’s no cat under the hood.
When I was a kid we cut the neighbor cats tail off when Mom fired up her hot rod 57 Bel-Air…
What an utterly vile person you are. Men who torture animals will torture other humans. I shudder to think what kind of father you might be.My God, how horrible.
I think he was referring to the prior post and was saying it was accidental when the engine was started and it was unknown that the cat was in the engine compartment. You may be able to stop shuddering…
Really? What do you think anyone could have done about it?
You obviously haven’t lived in the country anywhere on this planet.
Gheeez..
And what a remark to make about a person’s father.
Chill out dude!
To hell with those four legged Vermont. Who piss on everything.
Mat you be next..!
Cats crawl under hoods and sit where it’s warm. They can get cut when you start your car up. Do you check under the hood before each time you start your car? What an utterly vile person you are.
I cut a cat once when I fired up my. car. Lucky for him I heard him scream and shut it off. He wasn’t hurt very bad ~ mostly just missing a little bit of fur.
Whoa…a lot going on here – a little bit of country, a little bit of rock and roll. I prefer a stock steering wheel, shift knob, better fitting & matching carpet and a stock radio and speakers. Headers and tail pipes probably make nice sounds – why compete?
The power windows, locks and 4-way seat make any drive a pleasant one.
I see pictures form Illinois, present day Florida, black walls, white walls and two alarm sirens…Whew!
Same here pull the wheel change out the kick panels back to stock and just freshen up interior.
Add headers also in my book..I had a 70 buckets console 350 4 barrel headers as my first car in high school.I rebuilt it and loved that car, looked stock except my good year eagles and center-line rims. burgundy with blacktop black interior and AAAhhh the chrome back then !!!! Best car and favorite i ever owned.Now I drive a trash can Nissan titan so unAmerican!!
Also Have my 2000 Grand am gt coupe Bought brand new…
“Acres of faux walnut” in describing the instrument panel is actually “An instrument panel with the hand-rubbed-oil look of Carpathian burled elm”. That’s right out of the 1971 sales brochure. For extra information, the following was added: “The wood’s not real, but we photographically reproduced it so only termites will know the difference”. Amusing after 54 years…
Nice car ~ a new steering wheel and upgraded stereo would make it a great driver. I always liked the Gen 1 Monte.
My reply to RW was not a personal attack, it was a perfectly legitimate observation, an outraged reaction and perfectly justified.
been on ebay for a while. i guess the pics at the car show tells potential buyers that you can buy a show winner
Really nice-looking Monte, I have a 70 with a 396/700R, 3:23 gears. She does have a drinking problem as to the thinning of Cats. We lived on a farm & had cats to keep the mice down in the Barns. Every once in a while, a cat would sleep under the hood of the car, bam!!!! cat all over the engine bay. Another strange place to find a cat was under the lawnmower. We’d fire the mower up & swish out the cat in pieces. Life in the Country…lol
I always liked the shape of the 70-72 Monte Carlo and the Grand Prix. That SJ 455 has always been a want of mine. The Monte Carlo offered of course an SS454. Seems like there was more Grand Prix production?
Both offered a great looking platform
SOLD.
Someone hit the BIN button.
Not a bad deal.