Modified 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Description

Gateway Classic Cars has built its reputation as one of the world’s premier destinations for classic, collector, and exotic automobiles, relentlessly connecting enthusiasts with the cars of their dreams since its founding in 1999. As the world’s largest classic and exotic car dealership with thousands of vehicles across a nationwide network of showrooms, Gateway’s inventory spans decades of automotive history and delivers something for every passion and preference. This specially curated 13-car collection to Hagerty Marketplace, offering discerning buyers the opportunity to explore standout vehicles that embody craftsmanship, nostalgia, and driving excitement — all backed by Gateway’s deep expertise and commitment to the collector community.

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Introduced for 1970, the Chevrolet Monte Carlo signaled General Motors’ confident entry into the personal luxury coupe market. Built on GM’s new A-body platform, the Monte Carlo blended full-size presence with mid-size agility, targeting buyers who wanted style and comfort without sacrificing performance.

Its long hood, short deck, and formal grille gave it a refined stance that felt deliberately upscale compared to Chevrolet’s muscle cars. Under the hood, the Monte Carlo could be ordered mild or wild, ranging from efficient small-block V8s to more formidable engines.

This modified 1970 Monte Carlo is powered by a 410ci V8 engine with a custom air cleaner lid and valve covers, performance air filter, performance carburetor, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake manifold, headers with dual exhaust, AN fuel lines, fuel pressure regulator with gauge, and an electric fan. The Chevy’s TH350 automatic transmission utilizes a manual valve body with a Hurst floor shifter handling the gear changes. Additional modifications include racing bucket seats, shoulder belts, and a tachometer mounted on the A-pillar, and the car has been refinished in red paint over a black vinyl interior.

This 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is now offered on consignment by the selling dealer in Wisconsin with a clean Illinois title.

Highlights

• Offered from Gateway Classic Cars of Milwaukee

• 410ci V8 engine with four-barrel carburetor

• TH350 automatic transmission with a manual valve body

• Refinished in red paint

• Black vinyl interior

Factory Equipment

• Distinctive long‑hood/short‑deck design

• Power steering

• Steel wheels with full wheel covers

• The chassis number (138570L148362) decodes as:

  • 1 – Chevrolet

  • 3 – Monte Carlo

  • 8 – V8 engine

  • 57 – 2-door notchback hardtop coupe

  • 0 – 1970 model year

  • L – Los Angeles assembly plant

  • 148362 – Sequential production number

Modifications

Modifications by a previous owner include:

• 410ci V8 with:

  • Custom air cleaner lid and valve covers

  • Performance air filter

  • Performance carburetor

  • Edelbrock Performer RPM intake manifold

  • Headers and dual exhaust system

  • AN fuel lines

  • Fuel pressure regulator with gauge

  • Electric fan

• TH350 automatic transmission with manual valve body

• Hurst floor shifter

• Modified dashboard

• Fuel cell in the trunk

• Racing bucket seats

• Shoulder belts, front and rear

• Tachometer mounted on pillar

• Late model steering wheel

Known Imperfections

• Cosmetic imperfections and paint flaws consistent with age, as noted in the provided photos

Ownership History

This 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is offered from Gateway Classic Cars of Milwaukee.

Additional Information

• This Monte Carlo does have an odometer.