This one is in fantastic shape, you are right, you could use this as a yardstick for a resto. These (and the 442) were the last of the breed - midsized, RWD, 4 barrel carb, V8. Thanks you High Octane Classics, Super Shane, and Mr Magnante ~ Chuck
Nice video Steve. I own an 86 MCSS. Black with burgundy interior. Mine has the T Top.option and AC. I've always loved these cars. Mine has 23,000 miles on it. She's still wears her original paint and is still nice and shiny. Runs and drives awesome
I wonder if High Octane Classics would cut me a good deal considering the missing valve stem cap at 1:40! Keep them coming Steve, I really enjoy your presentation and detailed explanation. Thanks!!!!
@@Chevy969 Steve said there were a few produced with a manual transmission for the Mexican market. How cool would that be to find and have one of if not the only factory stick shift Monte’s in the states!
They were nice cars, I was working at GM at the time so I got the good GM employee discount. However I drove past the Chevy dealer and went right to the Buick one and ordered a 1987 Grand National which I still have with 48K miles.
I had a '75 Monte Carlo with the 350 and captains chairs (swiveling). last 'car' I ever owned. After that it was S-10's, Blazers, amd my current 22 year old Trailblazer with 247k. Chevy used to make great vehicles. Very sweet looking example, Steve. Thanks!
Gave up on GM long ago, 2002 was the last decent yr far as I was concerned. They became China Motors yrs back...ol Louis Chevrolet would have a coniption if he was still around.
Great job as usual Steve. I had an 87 SS and mine had the lay down rear spoiler. I heard that late build 87’s started to come with these. Also these came with a 3:73 Posi. rear gear starting in 86.
Great job Steve. I remember these cars really well from the 80's also. Always thought they were really cool looking cars and the last good looking Monte Carlos GM made.
Saw these all over in the 80s with the rarer Buick Grand National floatin around too. Super nice cruiser cars and the GN would catch a vette by surprise in a straight line!
Loved these cars! Funny, you sold them, I worked for a chevy dealership in Az, in those days and I did all the PDI and detail work on them. I love those cars! This color was my fav!
The depth of knowledge on these cars (only the 3rd video I've seen), is *A M A Z I N G.* *EDIT:* I think I'll watch a few more, not just for the eye candy, but to get an education! ~~:)
I remember in the early 80s my grandparents were buying new cars. Grandfather chose the Buick Regal coupe in sort of a dark purple color. My grandmother was between the Olds Cutlass coupe and Monte coupe. She brought each home for multiple day test driving. I liked the look of the Monte but she decided on the Olds. Later when I was old enough to drive, that same 82 Olds coupe in a copper color kept me and friends safe when a Pontiac Grand AM pulled out in front of the Olds and I couldn't stop it in time to slam into the side of his car (which he just finished paying for). The Olds locked the wheels up and skinny tires had attempted to stop the car- but also later saw brake fluid on the ground as there was a good amount of rust going on. Totaled the 82 Cutlass and grandmother bought a used 87 Cutlass coupe in baby blue to replace it!
Keeping a MC, GN, 5.0 GT or Iroc from getting stolen back then was a chore. Turn your back they are gone. Dealer in Northridge Ca (80s) got hit by thieves many times. Every single Z/28 on the lot were missing their wheels....sad but funny at the same time. Others were just stolen right off the lot
The later L69s had center bolt valve covers. I always wondered what the differences were between the early (perimeter mount valve covers) & late models versions.
I remember looking at those new at the Dealerships. They were expensive at that time. Body on frame cars were the best overall street and cruising comfort. That is a nice example. Less is more especially when they get old so no air no t-tops saves weight, gas, brakes, tires, battery life, etc.
Awesome vid, just wish you would of covered rear gears and posi units , what that one had and what was possible in those cars, glad your doing good steve
I had a white 88 monte ss. loved the car but hated the glass t tops, the sun coming threw the glass t tops was so hot! Back in 94 the 305 v8 locked up at 104,000 miles. Installed a rebuilt 402 v8 that came out of a 1970 chevy, then not only did the monte look nice the new big block v8 made the monte fun to drive.
The Buick Grand National so overshadowed the Monte Carlo SS, the Cutlass 442, and the Pontiac Grand Prix. Sales numbers weren't even close. But this is a nice example of the SS.
Drove these new, they were an instant hit with the car crowd. Buddy bought his new and 3 mos later pulls up with a radical 383 in it BUT...didnt wanna run much with the TBI attached, efi was still a bit of a mystery to us.
Yup, 1988 model year with the VIN for the win: 1G1 for US made Chevrolet, GZ11 for Monte Carlo, G for 5.0L (305 CID) V8 with four barrel, HO, aka RPO code "L69", aka "Sneezy and Wheezy", 4 is a check digit, J for the 1988 model year, P for Pontiac, MI assembly and the rest is the production sequence. The Pontiac, MI plant was the Pontiac Motor Division "home" plant and closed in 1988 after the last of the RWD "G" body cars and Fieros were assembled. The L69 while a "valiant" effort in the 305 world was still pudgy and slow. These cars really needed a 350 with TPI like the F body cars got. Correct, the "Mexican Monte Carlo SS" got the RPO code "LM1" 350 CID V8 with four barrel in them and also had a Grand Prix style dash and the "checkered pattern" wheels. All Monte Carlo SS models for the US got the "L69" and hence have an 8th VIN digit of "G". If you don't see a "G", you don't have an SS. We got the SPID, glad you did: Z37 for Monte Carlo, AR9 for front reclining bucket seats, B24 for side painted window moldings, B89 for body reveal moldings, C49 for heater, D80 for rear spoiler, GT4 for 3.73:1 rear axle ratio, MW9 for THM200-4R four speed automatic overdrive transmission, N90 for aluminum wheels, PON for Pontiac, MI assembly, 79I for Claret/Ruby Red interior trim (all of the 79 codes are for some sort of Red trim), 19U for Black exterior paint, F41 for firm ride suspension, L69 for 5.0L (305 CID) V8 with four barrel, high output, NK3 for simulated leather wrapped steering wheel, among other codes. They were very popular, very sharp looking, but the engine was their downfall in the performance world spawning the moniker of "Super Slow" and "Slug Sport" among other names for being pudgy and not so potent. But they were what the 1980s was about. This one is a stripper without RPO code C60 air conditioning as you stated. Chapman Security Systems was located in Elk Grove Village, IL and their motto was, "You Can't Beat The System" and that lock was often called "The Insurance Man". My 1980 Trans Am has one, and it's been there since early 1981, a few months after we got the car. Mine has the "Steal Stopper" shaker box that was installed and I've left it for nostalgia for now.
@@blowupbob1 "Super Slow", "Slug Sport", "Stupidly Slow", "Super Slug", among others. They were sharp looking cars though. I'd buy and drive one, even with the wheezy small block in it. I wouldn't want this one though. No T-tops and no AC is a deal breaker on my end.
Hello googleusergp, GREAT TO HEAR FROM YOU. During my illness, I often reflected on how I could count on your insights and extra information regarding the Junkyard Crawl videos. I'm slowly crawling back to full strength but it'll be a while before I can run around a junkyard with my chainsaw to clear away brush before shooting each video. In the meantime, the High Octane Classics access road is very suitable for my needs. Thanks again for watching and writing. -Steve Magnante
@@SteveMagnante That's nice of you to say, but as I've always said, when everyone contributes, everyone learns, and then everyone wins. No one knows everything, and that's how we all learn. I'm glad to see you get your health back as I'm sure I speak for many folks that everyone was (and still is) concerned for your well-being. I was conducting a vehicle inspection yesterday and the subject of rust proofing came up on a new Ford Super Duty that was being upfitted. I said, "Yup, Ziebart. It's Us or It's Rust", only a few people got that, as Ziebart wouldn't be known to some of the newer folks as they weren't around when it was all the rage. Yes, I'm sure this is a perfect way for you to get back into the swing of things and HOC should be glad to have you. Your presentation style is second to none.
I can not believe that I did not know that Monte SS only had 305s in it! I would be interested in a video about the differences between the standard 305 and what the Monte SS had.
I almost bought one in the late 90s. I ended up buying a similarly vintaged XJ instead. Probably a better vehicle to have in order to keep the insurance rates as low as possible for an 18/19 year old kid. I'm not a chevy guy, but this style Monte Carlo would be on the short list of GM cars I would be willing to own.
Actually the lay-down spoiler and the more aero taillights showed up in 1987. The 88's were leftover 87's, GM was done with design changes by that point.
I dealt with a sales guy in my area, Phila PA from Sloane Chevrolet, probably back in the early 1990s and he claimed he ordered a 1988 Monte SS with a 350 TPI motor ... I found that that was odd but who knows ..
I wanted one so bad as my first car. Unfortunately my insurance wouldn’t cover something that old. 1990 was the oldest they would cover me for in 2005. So I settled for a 1994 Ford Thunderbird V8. Still was a cool car. I still miss it and I will always dream of owning a Monte Carlo SS.
Good call, I was thinking of how the 454 could be had in 1972. But, as you said, no more Monte Carlo SS in 1972. Thanks for watching and writing. -Steve Magnante
That's a great looking Carlo, but I must ask...Why does it have center bolt valve covers? The G Bodies didn't have center bolt valve cover, aka Vortec, engines. Was this a swap?
Actually, this car did have air conditioning. 240 air conditioning. That's 2 windows rolled down and 40 miles per hour. Standard equipment on most cars before 1975.
What I miss about these cars are the interiors; a type of cloth that was considered premium quality, utilitarian layouts with clean simple inturmentation, physical controls and airy interiors with small blindspots and roomy backseats inside of a coupe, since back then coupes were options for family cars too. Also, High Octane and Steve Mags should talk about posting these video's on Steve's channel, instead of, or perhaps inclusive of here. Steve has eight times as many subscribers, and got a nice sizeable bump in sub base after his illness. Steve's obviously still sharing his knowledge in a safer environment provided by you guys and the collaboration is great, but posting these videos here, *neither* of you are taking advantage of that significantly larger reach that's available by using Mags' channel instead of this one and realistically we can see that it'll be some time yet if ever, before Steve's going back to the junkyard. There's probably more money available for both of you if you guys can figure out a collaboration that brings this content to be released on Steve's channel with it's much larger reach.
I never understood how Chevy and Oldsmobile were building 88 model G bodies in the second half of 1987 while Buick was building Regals at the same time that were 1987 models.
1988. The year I graduated HS. All us GM gear heads were shedding tears for GM killing the G-Bodies and cars like this, the GN(X) and the Fiero getting axed by Roger Smith and his minions. What a shame.
Great to see you Steve....getting better every day!
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Came here to say the same thing.
This one is in fantastic shape, you are right, you could use this as a yardstick for a resto. These (and the 442) were the last of the breed - midsized, RWD, 4 barrel carb, V8. Thanks you High Octane Classics, Super Shane, and Mr Magnante ~ Chuck
Forgot about those 442s, those were super sharp looking also
I remember going into the dealership and getting a brochure when these came out when I was in high school .Was my dream car ..still is
Nice video Steve. I own an 86 MCSS. Black with burgundy interior. Mine has the T Top.option and AC. I've always loved these cars. Mine has 23,000 miles on it. She's still wears her original paint and is still nice and shiny. Runs and drives awesome
Very cool, hope its driven regularly! Definitely wire in a hidden kill switch at least!
Steve is the best of the best. Most knowledge of any car guy on the planet.
Steve is the man.
I'm guessing you haven't watched Adam Wade on Rare Classic Cars much yet..?
Steve you are the best!
I wonder if High Octane Classics would cut me a good deal considering the missing valve stem cap at 1:40! Keep them coming Steve, I really enjoy your presentation and detailed explanation. Thanks!!!!
Now that was a hell of a catch my brother!!!~
Great to see you again Steve!!! The spare tire is in backwards. If you flip it, it will be held securely.
Steve you're looking great. And your
knowledge of all automotive is comodious.
That's a beauty there Steve,Wanted one back in 88 when I was 23❤😅🏁💯🚗
Now I want a Mexican Monte Carlo!
A Mexican MC? What does that mean.
@@Chevy969 Steve said there were a few produced with a manual transmission for the Mexican market. How cool would that be to find and have one of if not the only factory stick shift Monte’s in the states!
monte CARLOS ?
@@minnesotatomcat I never even heard of those.. more and more Im discovering some pretty neat stuff made in Mx over the yrs.
They were nice cars, I was working at GM at the time so I got the good GM employee discount. However I drove past the Chevy dealer and went right to the Buick one and ordered a 1987 Grand National which I still have with 48K miles.
Smart move. The Buick was the one to get.
Cant blame ya thyat car got the attention of all car guys, magazines etc
Monte is a lil more stylish but the turbo Buford was a huge deal back then
I had a '75 Monte Carlo with the 350 and captains chairs (swiveling).
last 'car' I ever owned. After that it was S-10's, Blazers, amd my current 22 year old Trailblazer with 247k.
Chevy used to make great vehicles.
Very sweet looking example, Steve.
Thanks!
Gave up on GM long ago, 2002 was the last decent yr far as I was concerned.
They became China Motors yrs back...ol Louis Chevrolet would have a coniption if he was still around.
Enjoy watching your videos. Nothing like the classic cars from our time lol.
Thank you Steve!👍
Man , your car knowledge is unsurpassed, glad to see your doing better Steve!
Good to see you and looking better. hope things are going the right way
Great video, thanks for the info Steve!
Commodious indeed. I laid in many Monte Carlo and Gran Prix trunks installing 4x10 Jensen speakers back in the day.
Jensen was super popular in those days, Dad had a set in his Audi Fox wagon
You’re looking good Steve!
Love that car ,classic. Stay healthy.
Greetings from Massachusetts.
Great job as usual Steve. I had an 87 SS and mine had the lay down rear spoiler. I heard that late build 87’s started to come with these. Also these came with a 3:73 Posi. rear gear starting in 86.
So good to see Mags imparting knowledge again! I’ll watch Junkyard Gold anytime and do!
Great job Steve. I remember these cars really well from the 80's also. Always thought they were really cool looking cars and the last good looking Monte Carlos GM made.
Thank you Steve
Saw these all over in the 80s with the rarer Buick Grand National floatin around too. Super nice cruiser cars and the GN would catch a vette by surprise in a straight line!
It would be a very close race, ran similar 1/4 mi ties. GNX fuhgetaboutit
Sweet ride. G-body cars. Alot of memories.
GREAT TO SEE YOU STEVE !!!
Loved these cars! Funny, you sold them, I worked for a chevy dealership in Az, in those days and I did all the PDI and detail work on them. I love those cars! This color was my fav!
Lines of the body, roof are classy and killer looking at the same time
The depth of knowledge on these cars (only the 3rd video I've seen), is *A M A Z I N G.*
*EDIT:* I think I'll watch a few more, not just for the eye candy, but to get an education! ~~:)
Great to see Steve and one of my favorite cars that I had in high school in 94/95
Nice one. Thanks Steve!
Oh, how I miss the G-bodies. Still styling to this very day! Looking good Steve!!!
I remember in the early 80s my grandparents were buying new cars. Grandfather chose the Buick Regal coupe in sort of a dark purple color. My grandmother was between the Olds Cutlass coupe and Monte coupe. She brought each home for multiple day test driving. I liked the look of the Monte but she decided on the Olds. Later when I was old enough to drive, that same 82 Olds coupe in a copper color kept me and friends safe when a Pontiac Grand AM pulled out in front of the Olds and I couldn't stop it in time to slam into the side of his car (which he just finished paying for). The Olds locked the wheels up and skinny tires had attempted to stop the car- but also later saw brake fluid on the ground as there was a good amount of rust going on. Totaled the 82 Cutlass and grandmother bought a used 87 Cutlass coupe in baby blue to replace it!
Multiple day test drive? How did they manage that?!
@gordocarbo Different times I guess. Not sure what the deal was but end result was they bought two cars.
thanks steve
Good to see you Steve.
STUNNING AS EVER Steve-awesome classic chevy,
Learned, and got my license using "moms" 86 SS. Same car was stolen on my 21st bday 😢. I have a special bond with these cars😎
Keeping a MC, GN, 5.0 GT or Iroc from getting stolen back then was a chore.
Turn your back they are gone. Dealer in Northridge Ca (80s) got hit by thieves many times.
Every single Z/28 on the lot were missing their wheels....sad but funny at the same time. Others were just stolen right off the lot
Beautiful car
Great presentation !
My favorite 80’s muscle car!! I really like the big back window cars
You mean the Monte Carlo Aerocoupe?
Those wheels were first available on the 81 z28.. my 81 z had them painted centers to match the maroon body color with z28 center caps
I see Steve, I hit thumbs-up.
Thanks for the video Steve. Great SS review! Always been a fan of yours!
🥝✔️🧲🧭 3:25 Dont Speed....Never inhale...You are awesomeness
I always was told about the 1988 monte ss i considered them fake 1987 models but chevrolet made a few thanks for your knowledge steve !
Steve! I love 80s G-Body cars. I don't care which one or what drivetrain
Steve. I'm with you. Love the fact it lacks air conditioning. I owned an every option 88 SS. Miss it badly.
glad to see you Steve. . hang in there. subscribed
I had one it was like a motorcycle could only drive it on good days
The later L69s had center bolt valve covers. I always wondered what the differences were between the early (perimeter mount valve covers) & late models versions.
Great review! I have a ‘88 Monte Carlo SS with a 350
Id love to have one with a factory stock appearing 400. Cant in Ca
I remember looking at those new at the Dealerships. They were expensive at that time. Body on frame cars were the best overall street and cruising comfort. That is a nice example. Less is more especially when they get old so no air no t-tops saves weight, gas, brakes, tires, battery life, etc.
Got to have your T-tops though!!!
A great car. Could care less though. Very happy to see Steve doing Steve stuff! Thank you Steve!
Awesome vid, just wish you would of covered rear gears and posi units , what that one had and what was possible in those cars, glad your doing good steve
Every single 1983-84 SS had 3.42 gears and every single 1985-88 SS had 3.73 gears only options…G80 was code for posi, both wheels burning rubber
@CharleB-sabres did they use the single torsion bar that went to the back of the trans for traction system like the one the GN used ??
Gentle engine, greatest description of a 305 I have ever herd.!!
Love this car/color combo. I'm old school so I'd prefer T-Tops but other then that 💯
I wouldn’t mind one of those in my garage.
I had a white 88 monte ss. loved the car but hated the glass t tops, the sun coming threw the glass t tops was so hot! Back in 94 the 305 v8 locked up at 104,000 miles. Installed a rebuilt 402 v8 that came out of a 1970 chevy, then not only did the monte look nice the new big block v8 made the monte fun to drive.
I miss him
Steve❤
The Buick Grand National so overshadowed the Monte Carlo SS, the Cutlass 442, and the Pontiac Grand Prix.
Sales numbers weren't even close.
But this is a nice example of the SS.
Grand Prix 2+2 being the rarest
These are great looking cars. Would be fun to drop a more modern V8 with lots more power in it. Thanks Steve. Take care! 🙏🏼
Steve 👍
I like the earlier models that were blue or white. But they only had the 3 sp trans
Nice looking cars
Drove these new, they were an instant hit with the car crowd.
Buddy bought his new and 3 mos later pulls up with a radical 383 in it
BUT...didnt wanna run much with the TBI attached, efi was still a bit of a mystery to us.
Yup, 1988 model year with the VIN for the win: 1G1 for US made Chevrolet, GZ11 for Monte Carlo, G for 5.0L (305 CID) V8 with four barrel, HO, aka RPO code "L69", aka "Sneezy and Wheezy", 4 is a check digit, J for the 1988 model year, P for Pontiac, MI assembly and the rest is the production sequence. The Pontiac, MI plant was the Pontiac Motor Division "home" plant and closed in 1988 after the last of the RWD "G" body cars and Fieros were assembled. The L69 while a "valiant" effort in the 305 world was still pudgy and slow. These cars really needed a 350 with TPI like the F body cars got. Correct, the "Mexican Monte Carlo SS" got the RPO code "LM1" 350 CID V8 with four barrel in them and also had a Grand Prix style dash and the "checkered pattern" wheels. All Monte Carlo SS models for the US got the "L69" and hence have an 8th VIN digit of "G". If you don't see a "G", you don't have an SS.
We got the SPID, glad you did: Z37 for Monte Carlo, AR9 for front reclining bucket seats, B24 for side painted window moldings, B89 for body reveal moldings, C49 for heater, D80 for rear spoiler, GT4 for 3.73:1 rear axle ratio, MW9 for THM200-4R four speed automatic overdrive transmission, N90 for aluminum wheels, PON for Pontiac, MI assembly, 79I for Claret/Ruby Red interior trim (all of the 79 codes are for some sort of Red trim), 19U for Black exterior paint, F41 for firm ride suspension, L69 for 5.0L (305 CID) V8 with four barrel, high output, NK3 for simulated leather wrapped steering wheel, among other codes.
They were very popular, very sharp looking, but the engine was their downfall in the performance world spawning the moniker of "Super Slow" and "Slug Sport" among other names for being pudgy and not so potent. But they were what the 1980s was about. This one is a stripper without RPO code C60 air conditioning as you stated.
Chapman Security Systems was located in Elk Grove Village, IL and their motto was, "You Can't Beat The System" and that lock was often called "The Insurance Man". My 1980 Trans Am has one, and it's been there since early 1981, a few months after we got the car. Mine has the "Steal Stopper" shaker box that was installed and I've left it for nostalgia for now.
"SLUG SPORT" 🤣🤣🤣
@@blowupbob1 "Super Slow", "Slug Sport", "Stupidly Slow", "Super Slug", among others. They were sharp looking cars though. I'd buy and drive one, even with the wheezy small block in it. I wouldn't want this one though. No T-tops and no AC is a deal breaker on my end.
Hello googleusergp, GREAT TO HEAR FROM YOU. During my illness, I often reflected on how I could count on your insights and extra information regarding the Junkyard Crawl videos. I'm slowly crawling back to full strength but it'll be a while before I can run around a junkyard with my chainsaw to clear away brush before shooting each video. In the meantime, the High Octane Classics access road is very suitable for my needs. Thanks again for watching and writing. -Steve Magnante
@@SteveMagnante That's nice of you to say, but as I've always said, when everyone contributes, everyone learns, and then everyone wins. No one knows everything, and that's how we all learn. I'm glad to see you get your health back as I'm sure I speak for many folks that everyone was (and still is) concerned for your well-being.
I was conducting a vehicle inspection yesterday and the subject of rust proofing came up on a new Ford Super Duty that was being upfitted. I said, "Yup, Ziebart. It's Us or It's Rust", only a few people got that, as Ziebart wouldn't be known to some of the newer folks as they weren't around when it was all the rage.
Yes, I'm sure this is a perfect way for you to get back into the swing of things and HOC should be glad to have you. Your presentation style is second to none.
I can not believe that I did not know that Monte SS only had 305s in it! I would be interested in a video about the differences between the standard 305 and what the Monte SS had.
Hey steve my dads mid production 87 ss monte carlo had the lay down spoiler from the factory.
I almost bought one in the late 90s. I ended up buying a similarly vintaged XJ instead. Probably a better vehicle to have in order to keep the insurance rates as low as possible for an 18/19 year old kid.
I'm not a chevy guy, but this style Monte Carlo would be on the short list of GM cars I would be willing to own.
Actually the lay-down spoiler and the more aero taillights showed up in 1987. The 88's were leftover 87's, GM was done with design changes by that point.
I dealt with a sales guy in my area, Phila PA from Sloane Chevrolet, probably back in the early 1990s and he claimed he ordered a 1988 Monte SS with a 350 TPI motor ... I found that that was odd but who knows ..
Nah, they never came with TPI or a 350
nice
Can’t help notice Steve’s health improvement .
I wanted one so bad as my first car. Unfortunately my insurance wouldn’t cover something that old. 1990 was the oldest they would cover me for in 2005.
So I settled for a 1994 Ford Thunderbird V8. Still was a cool car. I still miss it and I will always dream of owning a Monte Carlo SS.
The Mexican Monte Carlo’s had a 350 too
No SS in 1972. Just 70 & 71.
Good call, I was thinking of how the 454 could be had in 1972. But, as you said, no more Monte Carlo SS in 1972. Thanks for watching and writing. -Steve Magnante
Is that car 180 or 280 hp? You said both. I looked it up but still have different information
You are correct, the L69 delivered 180 horsepower. 280 would have been nice though. -Steve Magnante
So I am assuming the engine on this car will not start ???
I see this one is an A/C delete car...probably pretty rare being that way, seems like the majority of them were ordered with air
Drop a 454 in it and it'd be a beast.
I wanted one of these when they came out but unfortunately I couldn’t afford it on my measly salary back then
That's a great looking Carlo, but I must ask...Why does it have center bolt valve covers? The G Bodies didn't have center bolt valve cover, aka Vortec, engines. Was this a swap?
Actually, this car did have air conditioning. 240 air conditioning. That's 2 windows rolled down and 40 miles per hour. Standard equipment on most cars before 1975.
Who ever drove 40? 🤣
@@minnesotatomcat Anyone that made it to 41, at least for a split second they were at 40.
What's the price on the 88 monte carlo SS??
nice junkyard crawl. gotta have ac.
What I miss about these cars are the interiors; a type of cloth that was considered premium quality, utilitarian layouts with clean simple inturmentation, physical controls and airy interiors with small blindspots and roomy backseats inside of a coupe, since back then coupes were options for family cars too.
Also, High Octane and Steve Mags should talk about posting these video's on Steve's channel, instead of, or perhaps inclusive of here. Steve has eight times as many subscribers, and got a nice sizeable bump in sub base after his illness. Steve's obviously still sharing his knowledge in a safer environment provided by you guys and the collaboration is great, but posting these videos here, *neither* of you are taking advantage of that significantly larger reach that's available by using Mags' channel instead of this one and realistically we can see that it'll be some time yet if ever, before Steve's going back to the junkyard. There's probably more money available for both of you if you guys can figure out a collaboration that brings this content to be released on Steve's channel with it's much larger reach.
Hey Steve, how is it that you forgot to takeoff your slippers and put on your shoes?
I never understood how Chevy and Oldsmobile were building 88 model G bodies in the second half of 1987 while Buick was building Regals at the same time that were 1987 models.
No AC?
I see an intake and I want to paint it black
No colors anymore, I want to paint it black.....thanks for watching and writing. -Steve Magnante
Mine was white and did have cold ac
HIGH OCTANE !!!!
Extremely HigH !!!
I DeMand it!
Failure to fulfill my DeMand… may result in CONSEQUENCES MOST SEVERE!!
Don't forget the steering gearbox was a quicker ratio
Last great old school Chevy Muscle Car
Word for the day Kids Commodious 😂
1988. The year I graduated HS. All us GM gear heads were shedding tears for GM killing the G-Bodies and cars like this, the GN(X) and the Fiero getting axed by Roger Smith and his minions. What a shame.
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