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The build sheet is the best proof of what
options a vehicle had from the factory and, therefore, possessing this piece of
paper can add value to a first generation Monte Carlo. A fairly low optioned
Monte may not be worth too much more with a build sheet. On the other hand, for
a car that has desirable and/or rare options, a build sheet is a must for a
person to pay good money for a rare Monte Carlo.
Monte Carlo Build Sheet
How to Find Your Build Sheet
Build Sheets can be found in many
different places in your car. The two most common places are the on top of
the gas tank and under the seats. The gas tank is extremely common
but the paper is subject to the elements and may not be in great condition. Some
may not be legible at all after 30+ years. As for under the seat, there's always
hope. They will usually be placed between the foam and the springs and one must
be careful removing it for it to stay intact. Some are stuffed into the corners
of the seats and are virtually impossible to remove in one piece. If you do find
one, make sure that it is for your vehicle, sometimes build sheets end up in the
wrong car.
Other possible locations
include:
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Inside the door panels
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Under the dash pad
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Inside the fender
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Under the carpet
There could be as many as three
build sheets in a car located in different places but, in some cases, there may
be no build sheet at all.
How Build Sheets End Up in a
Car
The build sheet was used on the
assembly line to tell employees what parts to put on the car. They were supposed
to be thrown out by workers on the assembly line but many found it easier just
to hide it in the car somewhere rather than walk over to a garbage can. Some
plants were more strict of these rules and cars from those plants may not have a
build sheet in them.
Build Sheet Contents
The build sheet will have the
vehicle identification number and all the options and components the car will
have from the factory. Below are a few blown up sections of the build sheet.
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