David Mau Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 ...September 18, 1969, that Chevrolet introduced the Monte Carlo. The 1970 brochure stated, "If you... practice the normal preventive maintenance recommendations as prescribed in the owner's manual, years of ownership could run well into double figures." Double figures? Here we are in 2012, more than four decades on, and now with thirty-four years worth of double figures! What great cars. In the words of singer/songwriter Neil Young; "Long May You Run". Dave Quote
Jared Richey Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 My car still has the original engine, I don't mean rebuilt. Its never been rebuilt or out of the car. 152000 miles on Engine and transmission, and headed towards 43 years, my car was built April of 1970 and gets 18-20 HwyMPG Quote
LostnFound Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 Happy Anniversary to all the FGMC's out there. Quote
7tonemonte Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 Still sporting the original drivetrain in mine as well, double digits indeed Quote
bigtankjones Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 Amen FGMCC Members. Happy Birthday to the Monte Carlo. Quote
Rob Peters Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 Mine also sporting all original drivetrain....... Engine never rebuilt and as a matter of fact, until I removed the valve covers a few years ago to detail the engine compartment, it appeared they had never been removed for any reason. Rob Quote
LIL' Mac Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 Ditto. My 10/69 built SS has never had the valve covers off. Still runs sweet as ever. 94,000 miles and growing Quote
wallaby Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 ... In the words of singer/songwriter Neil Young; "Long May You Run". Dave That was 1976. Just 3 years later, he was singing "Rust never sleeps". Maybe he had a Vega. LOL Happy b-day 1st Gen. Quote
Leghome Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 Two days until my order date for my 70. SB 400 Turbo Hydromatic, AC, Rear window defogger, G70 15 white wall tires, AM/FM stereo radio, deluxe seat belts, power steering, power brakes, EZ tinted glass, floor mats, door edge guards and under coating. Total sticker price $4354.65. Happy birthday old girl where ever you may be. Quote
Mikstudie Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 Happy B-Day to my money pit,not Trich,my Monte. As far as green she cost me 4067.00 new,not Trich,my Monte. Two girls that cost me money but I love them both,at least Trich gives me a good return, I guess the car does to... Quote
footballubet Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 Happy Anniversary Monte Carlo! Oh yeah....mine is bone stock original too. Quote
Blake350 Posted September 25, 2012 Posted September 25, 2012 Thats noteworthy for sure -43? has it been that long-time flies-I sometimes think what a time it would be to parade the original design team around a bunch of our cars to see how beautifully they have been restored and/or maintained and how much enjoyment they give us and those who see them-I'm sure they would be as proud as we are!!! Brian Quote
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