1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Ss 454 Build Sheet Error Ac Tilt Buckets No Reserve on 2040-cars
Lakewood, Washington, United States
Engine:7.4L 454Cu. In. V8 GAS Naturally Aspirated
For Sale By:Private Seller
Body Type:U/K
Fuel Type:GAS
Transmission:Automatic
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Monte Carlo
Options: Cassette Player
Trim: Base
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Drive Type: U/K
Disability Equipped: No
Mileage: 111,916
Exterior Color: Blue
Number of Cylinders: 8
Interior Color: Blue
Up for 5 day NO RESERVE auction is a special 1971 Monte Carlo . what makes it unique and maybe 1 of a kind is that it has the factory build sheet that clearly states LS 454 engine ... which was not available without Z20 Super Sport option . I had the engine block decoded and it is a matching number car with vin# stamped on block CLB code 402 w/300 HP rating .miles are actual 111,916 The SS 454 emblems were on the car when I got it, the previous owner told me they have been on when he bought the car many years ago at a Chevrolet dealership, they are not repops . It is a nice original car that runs and drives really good. very powerful yet drives like a luxury car , no funny noises or leaks , pretty well equiped with bucket seats and center console , rally wheels and some other options , the body is super straight and 99% rust free , just a few minor bubbles on the paint (not under vinyl top) just below the trim, still turns heads and get compliments.
Call Jim at 253-576-4419 with any qusetion or concerns , I can also help with shipping if needed .... This is a 5 day NO RESERVE AUCTION
On Jan-29-13 at 18:37:32 PST, seller added the following information:
Please note I have had several calls concerning this cars build sheet
Chevrolet Monte Carlo for Sale
1970 monte carlo(US $25,500.00)
New trade low mileage only 95000miles 95000miles 95000miles(US $2,950.00)
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