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I spent some time on the page again today and added a few photos.

Very nice

I found some paperwork for my first 1970 Monte. Was wondering if anyone has come across this car. It was a 70SS with lots of options. The VIN is 138570B136421

Hey everyone- Picked up a 70 SS late summer. Sold the Harley and got my 1st classic. Not sure if it’s an original SS but I like it. Just about time to put it away for the season. Looking forward to next season.

That is now 3 first gens that have sold for over $80k at auction in less than a year.

I’ll look into adding more photos. Maybe 1970 and a 1971 full engine bay photos. Yes that’s my copper 1971 SS.

hey steve i went with flowmaster system 17119 american thunder. i used the hangers that came with system fits good. laid on my back on garage floor took a weekend. has a choice of turn down or strait pipes no chrome tips had to expand tail pipe extensions to fit tight so no ugly clamps been ok for 4-5 years

Joe the cover looks cool!!!! Sorry about Bella. !3 years was good also.

PS - I just realized the literature cited by Paul has an additional ten 1970 SS’s unclaimed (3,833). Happy hunting, gentlemen!!! 😂

Thanks Aaron! Given the recent discussion about 454 stampings, maybe you should add that 1970 454 Monte blocks were stamped "CRN" and "CPD" for5 1971. The 1970 SS cars when ordered with wheel covers had black painted 7" rally wheels under the covers.

Been a while since I did much to the car, took some time off. After the recent discussion about locks and trunk cylinders, I ordered a power trunk latch kit from Year One. I have to say, they put a pretty decent little package together with the latch, wiring, connectors, & even some very good instruction sheets. Didn't use their switch, used one I had 'in stock' (though it's a later model yellow button). Had to make a small harness with relay to interface with the alarm/keyless entry, plus also work with the glovebox mounted switch. Works nice, no drama except for tearing the kick panel and back seat out again to run the wire. Also got the 4 wheel disc setup delivered today from Baer, so that means more work in the near future, plus taking the driver side header off again to change the distribution valve to a 4 wheel disc setup. More pics as that job progresses. Got an email from Legendary Interiors a couple of months ago looking for shots of their stuff in a car. Figured why not. Turns out they put one of the pics of my seats on their 2021 catalog cover. Wonder if I get a future discount or residuals, lol.

hello all my name is Chris I just joined the other day, I have a 72 mc. I'm from St Charles MO which is 40 mi west of St. Louis I've had my car for 2yrs and is currently having body work done, I have a 400 sbc app 500hp ready to go in after body work is complete

I have the same issue. 138571L130153 71 SS Antique Green Automatic Green interior. I have struggled with getting any information with 13 vs 17 vin. Please let me know if you figure something out! I have all trade in ppwk and notarized odometer statement etc..

Ah, so it will replace one of the existing clock bulbs in the cluster. Someone has clearly been in this dash before, based on some of the things I'm finding. I can't thank you enough for this information. I've been taking a lot of pictures and will document a lot of the things I've done when I have it all back together and working, probably a week or two at most. Thanks again @jft69z!!

Interesting point, since i'm not "stock / original" detail oriented I never paid attention to the knobs. Mine are black.

Hi, Ron here, I am in Wa. Just south of Seattle. I have had my Monte (ss454) since 1978 when I was a Jr. In high school. We have been through a lot together and now she is in need of restoration and has been parked (garaged) for almost 30 yrs. It is complete with about 115000 miles, but needs bodywork and interior which I hope to complete some day. However lately inhage been thinking of putting her up for sale just not sure what to value her for or if that is what i really want to do??? Just thougt I would throw this out there and see what the interest is

I already stole a bunch of good info from you guys and looking to steal more, and help if I can. Here is a few pics of my Desert Sand 70. I still have a bunch of small things to do before the Western meet next year but it gives me a reason to get into gear!

Aloha, I’m so happy to be apart of this club, it means a lot to me! My pops had a 72 when I was a young buck, now I get to rebuild my 70 with him. Look forward to meeting new friends and asking a lot of questions! 😁🤙🏾

New member to the club. Looks like a lot of good information here. Thanks Ed

Hey Guys, I'am Eric (32 years old) from Germany and this is my 1972 Monte Carlo which came long way from South Carolina across the pond at the end of the last year. After a '83 G20 and a '81 Silverado it was my wish to get a big Coupé from 60s or 70s. Finaly I found this beautiful Monte. The car has just one previous owner in the U.S., is technicaly in very good (but not perfect) condition, has a freshly regenerated 350cui Small Block and drives like a new car. In the next time I want to improve it in details step by step (reconditioning chrome parts, improve paint condition, mounting wider tires, etc). I'm glad to came across this forum. Looking forward to keep in contact with you and get some tips and ideas.

great cover shot congrats. sorry for your loss had to put the cat down earlier this month she lived 3 years longer than the vet predicted with cancer

Sorry for your loss. I have a 13 year old rescue that’s starting to show his age. I hate to think about it, but I know the day is coming. 😢