358-Powered 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS

Description

Chevrolet raised eyebrows in 1983 when it introduced the Z65 Super Sport package for its popular Monte Carlo. The newly minted Monte Carlo SS — produced from 1983 through 1988 — featured an aggressive front fascia and rear spoiler, bold colors, unique interior and exterior logos, and a 4-barrel-fed, 305-cubic-inch small-block V8.

In 1985, Chevrolet added optional T-tops and a four-speed overdrive automatic transmission paired with a 3.73 rear axle ratio, enhancing both style and drivability. A handful of changes were made in 1986 including a new dash cluster, and it marked the peak of the SS’s popularity with a record 41,164 units produced. A Car and Driver G-body comparison test concluded, “The Monte Carlo SS was our overall favorite…it offers a nicely balanced portfolio of acceleration, braking and handling, and NASCAR style.”

This Monte Carlo SS has been further modified with a rebuilt 358 cu-in V8, an upgraded 700R4 automatic utilizing a high-stall torque converter, an aftermarket shifter, and rear disc brakes hiding behind race slicks.

This 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS is now offered with removed and spare parts, a clean CARFAX Vehicle History report, and a clean Wisconsin title in the seller's name.

Highlights 

• Sinister 1986 Monte Carlo SS with an updated drivetrain 

• Modified 358 cu-in Chevrolet V8  

• 4-speed 700R4 automatic transmission with 3,500-stall torque converter rebuilt in 2017 

• Finished in (19U) Black with (79I) Maroon interior 

• Four-wheel disc brakes (rear discs added) 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History report 

Features 

• 15” wheels wearing Firestone front, Hoosier Quick Time Pro drag slicks rear 

• Factory rear end with limited-slip differential and 3.73 gears 

• F41 sport suspension 

• 85-mph speedometer, 6,000-rpm tachometer, oil pressure, coolant temp, voltage, and fuel level gauges 

• Modifications include: 

  • 358 cu-in four-bolt-main block built to run on premium fuel or race gas  

  • Kenny Duttweiler aluminum cylinder heads 

  • Edelbrock RPM aluminum intake manifold 

  • Holley carburetor with spacer 

  • K&N air filter 

  • MSD ignition system 

  • Hooker Super Comp long-tube headers and dual exhaust system 

  • AN fuel lines 

  • Dual electric fans 

  • B&M shifter in customized center console 

  • Console-mounted oil pressure, water temp, and voltage gauges 

  • Sony AM/FM/CD stereo 

  • Trunk-mounted battery with taillight-mounted shutoff switch 

  • Cowl hood 

  • Modern Monte Carlo SS badges 

Known Imperfections 

• Paint scratches and flakes 

• A/C compressor and lines have been removed 

• Rear seat belt broken 

• The seller states that the 7.5” GM rear end would need replaced to reliably race on slicks

Included

• Keys 

• Radial rear tires 

• Spare parts 

Ownership History

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History report places this 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS in Illinois and Wisconsin.

The seller states, “We have owned the car since 2014. The fastest we have driven it was 104.80 mph in 2015, before more work was done on the car.” 

Additional Information

This 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS was offered on Hagerty Marketplace in November 2025. You can view the previous listing here. The winning bidder was unable to complete the purchase of the vehicle. This was not due to any faults of the vehicle or the seller.