1978 Dodge Monaco Coupe

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The 1978 Dodge Monaco marked the final year of a nameplate in Dodge’s lineup since 1965. Originally introduced as a full-size luxury model, the Monaco had shifted by 1978 to an intermediate car built on Chrysler’s B-body platform, sharing many structural and design elements with the Dodge Coronet.

Available as a sedan, coupe, or station wagon, the lineup included a variety of trim configurations and buyers could choose from a broad range of engines including small- and big‑block options. Although discontinued after this model year, the nameplate achieved lasting fame as the “Bluesmobile” in The Blues Brothers movie.

Finished in Dodge Forest Green with white stripes this 1978 Monaco Coupe is powered by a carbureted 318ci V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission.

This 1978 Dodge Monaco Coupe is now offered at no reserve with a service manual and a clean Virginia title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Powered by a 318ci V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission

• Finished in Dodge Forest Green (F8) paint with white side stripes and white vinyl top

• White vinyl seats with green vinyl doors, dashboard, and green carpet

Factory Equipment

• 318ci V8 engine

• Three-speed automatic transmission

• Power-assisted front disc brakes, rear drums

• Steel wheels wit chrome rings and hub caps

• Power steering

• Woodgrain trim

• 100-mph speedometer

• Air conditioning

• Manual windows

• The chassis number (WL23G8A118929) decodes as:

  • W – Car Line: Dodge Coronet/Monaco

  • L – Price Class: Low (Monaco base model)

  • 23 – Body Style: 2-door hardtop

  • G – Engine: 318ci V8, 2bbl carburetor

  • 8 – Model Year: 1978

  • A – Assembly Plant: Lynch Road, Detroit, Michigan

  • 118929 – Sequential Production Number

Modifications

• Aftermarket steering wheel

• Head unit from a later Chrysler product

Servicing & Documentation

• BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires: 255/60R15 front, 275/60R15 rear

Known Imperfections

• Paint imperfections include chips, scratches, and cracks

• Pitting and scratching on brightwork

• Driver’s seat bottom material separating at seams

• Rear carpet is torn

• Horn is inoperative

Ownership History

The seller acquired this 1978 Dodge Monaco on Hagerty Marketplace in October 2025.

Included Items

• Spare wheel/tire and jack

• Service manual

• Multiple keys