1970 454 monte carlo or 1987 monte carlo

[phantom69]

i cant decide which one to buy! the 1987 is a nice black ss with a 402 th400 nice rims the 1970 is like a gloss dark gray with a 454 each have their own standard issues that need to be fixed but im at a loss!

 

[wnmech]

I’ve always loved the 70 Monte Carlo with the 454SS package

 

[mallard]

I voted ‘70 Monte Carlo but that’s a very subjective vote without knowing more details. Especially if you’re looking at a project with an emphasis on more originality.

 

[72BIGBLOCK]

That is a tough one…. I imagine the 87 is probably more of a daily driver type of car because of the size and the different components.

If I was daily driving the 87 also keeping in mind what state because if it needs smog then I would go the 70

If it’s just a weekend car the 70

 

[DougD]

Having had a 71 and 85,I personally would choose a stout 87. The 70-72 are huge boats and handle poorly. Fan shroud is 2/3 of a 55 gallon drum to give you an idea of the length of the front end alone. Without serious suspension & steering upgrade, that poor weight distribution makes it wallow through turns.

I don't regret letting it go, I do somewhat regret the 85. Nicer, more comfortable interior, much better handling, better overall styling vs. a basic 70's style.

 

[70lt1z28]

Having had a 71 and 85,I personally would choose a stout 87. The 70-72 are huge boats and handle poorly. Fan shroud is 2/3 of a 55 gallon drum to give you an idea of the length of the front end alone. Without serious suspension & steering upgrade, that poor weight distribution makes it wallow through turns.

I don't regret letting it go, I do somewhat regret the 85. Nicer, more comfortable interior, much better handling, better overall styling vs. a basic 70's style.

But you can pull out the radiator and shroud and drop in a recliner and work on the engine with ease!

 

[DougD]

But you can pull out the radiator and shroud and drop in a recliner and work on the engine with ease!

Why didn't I think of that back then. Sigh.

 

[bfmgoalie]

Helping a friend build a '70 SS 454 into a drag car. They're rare. Can't believe the owner is having this done. I remember seeing one sold on Mecum a few years ago for $87000. There is tons of room in it. I think I could put a queen size bed in the trunk, the back seat area would be the family room and the front could be a kitchen!

 

[mallard]

But you can pull out the radiator and shroud and drop in a recliner and work on the engine with ease!

Even with AC I don’t think I ever had easier cars to change the timing chain as those early ‘70s montes.

 

[Twisted_Metal]

Pretty sure you could swap a cam without touching the radiator too.