Hi I am 18 and am just about ready to purchase my first car I have been looking at a lot of 4th gen Monte Carlos. I dont know much about cars in general and not really sure what to look for when purchasing an older car,whats and good deal, and what the work is going to cost. I have found an SS near me (MA) on craigslist listed for 1600 but he said he would take 1200. I have a picture its an 1985 with a 305 v8 in it, hows it look? 1985 Monte carlo SS`

 

If the bottom of the door's are rusted out what shape is the floor board ?? the door looks like it needs hinge's..
I would pass because of all the rust..


1985 Monte carlo SS` - $1600 (Riverside)

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1985 monte carlo SS...Needs work but runs and drives, body is all original, and doesnt need that much to be a decent looking car.. needs lower door skins and trunk lid. Frame is Solid, trunk pan solid, and floors are ok. Want to sell before winter comes, but will trade for something else...text me with trades...774 991 2299


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He says that the floors are fine, he is sending me pictures tomorrow. Ill post them on here when I get them but thanks for the advice.

 

If it only the door maybe.But it looks like there is a small spot on the quarter panel.Can't really tell though.Rust = bad.It does need paint.

 

Hi New `Guy,
The best advice I can give you is to find a friend/relative/associate that knows about cars & ask them for help in your pursuit to find a good ride.

I love 85 Monte's, but any ride that age can have massive problems `if they are not checked `out...I don't think you need a money pit.

Wish you good luck, and keep us updated...Oh, never be afraid to ask questions ?'s It's always better to find out problems b-4 you buy ~> then after..4-$ure

 

Since you are so young, and unexperienced with cars. I would recommend a different first car.

An older car like this is going to require a LOT of routine maintenance done. If you don't know your way around a car, taking these problems to mechanics is going to cost an arm and a leg. The MPGs are also terrible, and the price of gas is high.

You are probably better off getting a more modern car that is known to be reliable and slowly learning about cars.

 

Id pass on it, if theres the rust u can see, theres more you cant see

 

i would have to agree, i love that generation monte carlo. i would love to have one for the weekends. but for a daily driver you might want to look into something newer!