700+ HP 1984 Chevy Monte Carlo SS Built to Drive

700+ HP 1984 Chevy Monte Carlo SS Built to Drive | American MuscleHD

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9 ай бұрын

I've waited a long time to shoot this one with our friend Garrett at American MuscleHD and that the shoot happened during LS Fest East in Bowling Green, KY made it that much cooler! Garrett built a total driver Monte Carlo making over 700 hp with proper suspension upgrades and truly built to drive and shred tires so sit back and enjoy the ride...
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@PhillyDee215 9 ай бұрын

The G-Body will never go out of style

@louphi34 9 ай бұрын

Facts

@brown723369 9 ай бұрын

Never ever!!!

@SHOdown13 9 ай бұрын

Redneck upper class

@barryfoster6265 9 ай бұрын

Something me and the wife argue about all the damn time!! My first car was an 85 Monte Carlo SS, I’ve loved them ever since, and wanting to get another one to build. She thinks they’re ugly…… almost caused a divorce 😂

@PhillyDee215 9 ай бұрын

@@barryfoster6265 oh shit....lol well it's either the wife or the G-body. Better keep the wife😵

@americanmusclehd 9 ай бұрын

DUDE!!! Im so glad we finally were able to shoot the car together! Next time we do we will for sure go for a longer drive when she is cooperating lol

@christophermarechal5017 9 ай бұрын

Excellent interview and video🍻

@americanmusclehd 9 ай бұрын

Thank you! @@christophermarechal5017

@LIFTEDIT1 9 ай бұрын

Awesome story regarding what's meant to be. Beautiful G-body in all aspects. My first car was a '84 MC SS. I went through the stock 305 and two 350's, and a laundry list of other mechanical and miscellaneous issues before parting ways. Still some of my best auto memories.

@lateroc2955 9 ай бұрын

Thanks man for the vid. Would love to bring my iroc z and meet you one day take care.

@AutotopiaLA 9 ай бұрын

Stoked we finally got to shoot it brother!!

@blackdog7275 9 ай бұрын

The story of people helping and coming together then he gets his car back is the best part of this video!!!!!!

@AutotopiaLA 9 ай бұрын

Such a crazy story. Good karma for Garrett!!

@paulsalmon4771 8 ай бұрын

He's a blessed man. God's angles went to war and got his victory. What God has for you, no man can take...

@NEWNATURE777 9 ай бұрын

Clap your hands 👏 if you want the Montecarlo to be brought back again! 😀

@shakarussanders9911 9 ай бұрын

👏

@ryandubyah2345 9 ай бұрын

I’d love to see that happen but tbh I’d worry they’d screw it up and design it like they did the Malibu.

@shakarussanders9911 9 ай бұрын

@@ryandubyah2345 Yeah they could have done better with the Malibu's

@NEWNATURE777 9 ай бұрын

According to Chevrolet, they refused to reintroduce the Monte Carlo, which is believed to have internally competed with the Camaro 🤔🤑

@DesertStateNevada Ай бұрын

That would be nice, but they're not going to. If you know GM's mentality these days, and like the previous commenter said, they probably wouldn't want this competing with the Camaro. And if you're thinking of a 4 door, they don't want it competing with the Cadillac lineup. The only one that has any chance of coming back as a V8 4 door sedan is the Impala SS, to compete with the Charger and 300. But even thats doubtful.

@hexplosiveartist 9 ай бұрын

One of my favorites on the channel! Thanks homies!

@howardsherback9503 9 ай бұрын

Love the car, enjoy it well. I am happy that you got it back, after it was stolen. But there is one thing I have to say. I am 76 years young, and I think that burning rubber is a foolish waste.

@SuperOperator4 9 ай бұрын

OMG, I had the same car, same year and color. Made front cover of Monte carlo owners magazine doing a burnout...Classic!!!!!!!!

@valendajohnson7826 9 ай бұрын

That's my "G-nephew" so proud of you "G"...keep up the great work... The car 🚗 Monte C. is.. Hot 🔥

@BrianRaby998VL 9 ай бұрын

Had a 86 t-top SS for a few years. Engine was a mild 355 SBC. Can’t go wrong with a Monte SS.👍👊

@AutotopiaLA 9 ай бұрын

My favorite of the G bodies

@Justin-bz1dp 9 ай бұрын

@@AutotopiaLA they is noot 700hp

@itsdeeperthancars2173 9 ай бұрын

Read my mind, I was just thinking I would love to see more 80s/90s cars. Can't wait to watch the video.

@gordocarbo 9 ай бұрын

Classic from day 1....those bodylines cant be beat.

@AutotopiaLA 9 ай бұрын

I agree. Sexy car

@supersport57 9 ай бұрын

One sick ass Monte Carlo. The perfect street car. Keep up the good work!!!!!!!!!!

@GA08GT478 9 ай бұрын

That’s a beautiful SS. I wish I had bought one when they were cheap.

@bazilwreckerloughead 9 ай бұрын

What a cool, honest car.Not a trailer queen, a real driver!

@maya00795 9 ай бұрын

this Chevy is a masterpiece...... Danm good....... That era cannot happen again. salute buddy..... Keep it up shawn...... Greetings from india 🇮🇳🤘🏻🤘🏻🤠🤠🤩

@billdouglas4814 9 ай бұрын

One of my favorite cars I'm a former owner of the 84ss ( it is missed ) beautiful build my hats off to you stolen and recovered happened to me twice however not as fortunate as you in the engine department

@newyork4198 9 ай бұрын

I was born in 82, so I remember the Monte’s very well back when they were still new cars. They’ve lost their luster because they weren’t particularly fast, and the GN stole the show when you bring up G-body. However back in the days the Monte SS was a cool car, and IMO it’s the best and meanest looking G body. Absolutely love this ride. Glad it got a proper feature on this channel.

@melvinburwell8202 9 ай бұрын

G body shout out. They were always the clean style. My parents had a Regal. Nice to see a Monte Carlo. With a history. Cool story bro. God is good. Nice whip. Perfect build. ❤❤🙏🙏👍👍🤑😎

@stephenlee2548 9 ай бұрын

A 100% percent honest car guy, keep up the great work with the vehicle

@Phat12B 9 ай бұрын

It's always amazing to see a guy find out he's truly loved by his circle

@Yourmission9 9 ай бұрын

Man that Monte Carlo is gorgeous, I remember when those came out in the 80’s and that to me is what a chevelle SS would’ve looked like had they continued manufacturing them

@richheider8455 9 ай бұрын

Killer 84 Monte Carlo Always like those in the SS trim 😎👍👍🤙

@kevinfitzpatrick2556 9 ай бұрын

Great story on this car. My first car was an 84 monte SS in blue. (The only year they made it in Blue). It was a nice big cruiser. Traded it for a 90 IROC back in the day. Looking forward to seeing more of this Monte Carlo.

@Itsjustken 9 ай бұрын

Yea Garrett! Was cool to see the Monte in real time

@joeymccullough2716 9 ай бұрын

Now THAT is a “ real” build, Shawn! Garrett is such a cool dude. I followed the whole theft incident-great to see it back to rockin’. 👍

@paulwalkert2915 9 ай бұрын

Finally..It's been a long wait, but it was worth it. I was one of the subscribers who requested a Monte Carlo years ago! Perfect engine in there, I must say.

@Davivd2 9 ай бұрын

That's my affordable dream car. That exact year of Monte Carlo. It has the perfect blend of muscle car with a little bit or low rider style to it. That car can scratch a few itches and not look gimmicky while doing it.

@Dashsgarage 9 ай бұрын

Have to love the G-bodys. Building a 85 Monte right now.

@tysonsmartialarts 9 ай бұрын

Shawn, I know you are not a g-body guy unless it’s a grand National BUT, without even watching the video yet, I have requested you a few years back to a mid 80’s Monte SS (I have one too) and you didn’t disappoint me!!!!! 👍🚗🥋

@usape7157 9 ай бұрын

Nothing is better than a drive able hot rod. Love it

@Z06RFan 9 ай бұрын

What a great story and a super cool car. I agree with you Sean that those SS's are so cool and great lines.

@JoeMicc1973 9 ай бұрын

Bad ass car! Garrett’s a cool guy…got lots of same friends. My buddy had a cool Monte Carlo in high school…always loved those things. 🔥🔥

@AutotopiaLA 9 ай бұрын

Definitely a cool car and Garrett is awesome!

@Tact-Mack0397 9 ай бұрын

Been following this build since he got the car back in the day this is cool

@Mr.Toniothatis2030 9 ай бұрын

I will always love the SS!!!

@richki.24 9 ай бұрын

Love those '80s G-body rides ...

@palletbox 9 ай бұрын

Such a great inspiration... my 84 Old's Delta 88 will get there someday 😊

@GS-pn4ld 9 ай бұрын

About time you got a G Body Monte Carlo SS on the channel!

@iansharpe8420 9 ай бұрын

So stoked on this video. Garretts a rad guy, and so is shawn. Love this Gbody!

@ShawnathanOakley 9 ай бұрын

This monte and Frankie Tru's Regal are my favorite G Bodies of all time.

@americanmusclehd 9 ай бұрын

I'm honored to be apart of such great company! Frankie's car is INSANE

@reynaldocaceres4219 9 ай бұрын

That is one sharp Monte Carlo. And awesome how the car lovers community came to help him. Awesome story.

@nathanjones4039 9 ай бұрын

Ok, we’ve had a GN, Monte, now time for a Cutlass…gotta round it out! 84 Monte was my first car, wasn’t lucky enough to have an SS though.

@rodneyunderwood6236 9 ай бұрын

True but we need a Pontiac grand prix as well!!

@DarkKnight-ws3wx 9 ай бұрын

I love the Monte Carlo SS's! This is a very nice example

@chazzs4365 9 ай бұрын

Always love this car and this man made it a dream!!

@gnarlytothemax 9 ай бұрын

Always had a fetish for these Monte Carlos. This build nailed it - the stance, the powertrain, everything and the owner seems like a stand up dude. Would've loved to see some driving action. Very nice feature thank you for sharing.

@dongambino7921 9 ай бұрын

OG this dude built my dream Monte

@djl9919 9 ай бұрын

I really enjoyed this vid today. Rock on Autotopia

@Ski_zaBoi1776 9 ай бұрын

Bout time you did a Monte, keep ‘em coming brother!!!

@believeinmatter 9 ай бұрын

Have always loved the body lines on this car. In my opinion it’s genuinely beautiful & equally sinister

@Rick-O-Shay60 9 ай бұрын

Love me some Monte. One of the most stylin' bodies GM ever made, Any year. This one is tight in blue by-you!

@edbuckley1670 9 ай бұрын

that ss is my dream car nice job man

@ManuelAguallo-nq7rb 9 ай бұрын

Badass ride!!! 🔥

@olveramelinda 9 ай бұрын

Idc what the paint looks like. That car is 🔥

@henrynwatu8132 9 ай бұрын

Love the stories, and love this channel.

@AutotopiaLA 9 ай бұрын

Thank you and this one is a crazy story! Stoked he got it back

@chrislovett6120 9 ай бұрын

What a beautiful car, love the color and the wheels

@AutotopiaLA 9 ай бұрын

Me too. Clean and mean

@CyberDocUSA 9 ай бұрын

This one made me miss not having a video last Friday but made up for it! What a genuine beast. Raw power and a daily driver's dream.

@AJKlos 9 ай бұрын

Love these cars. Like to see 1/4 mile times.

@AutotopiaLA 9 ай бұрын

He didn’t set it up for any type of driving other than driving but sure is cool

@bigfootgarage2201 9 ай бұрын

My dream car is a like 400-450 wheel big block G body Monty Carlo with a ZL1 irs rear end and coil overs

@jamesmarze9850 9 ай бұрын

Great combination of the driver, build, and story. His vision was spot on! Something I think we can all learn from this is that this build can do it all.

@adisrael.4537 9 ай бұрын

this guy is super cool 👍👍👍

@robertwestbrook9344 9 ай бұрын

Cool G-body, reminds me of my 1985 monte ss, burgundy and maroon, I purchased new 8-15-1985, man I loved that ride it was perfect for a young family, I let my then wife drive it fla-Ga weekend and some punk rearended the car, light damage, had it fixed at the dealer, then it was stolen in Daytona beach on a weekend trip,found 2 days later, brought it back to dealer and had it fixed again, divorced the cheating wife and car was stolen again from my new apartment, got it back that morning and had the dealer fix it again ,the final straw was some stupid chick ran a stop sign and clipped the front end bending the frame and frame horns, so after 13 years and 114k miles it was totalled, man I still miss the car and its been 25 years since I had it, you have an awesome ride and great content on the show.

@christophermarechal5017 9 ай бұрын

Killer episode 🏁🏁🏁

@joshuaking34 9 ай бұрын

I can relate to having my car stolen and returned. It's the worst rollercoaster of emotions. So glad that he got it back.

@indalecioalcaraz7263 9 ай бұрын

1984 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO SS...PURE GM POWER 🔋

@j.j.s.jr.5136 9 ай бұрын

SHAWN I LOVE THE GBODY VIDEO'S!!! This is awesome, as I said in another comment with the insane T-Type that I absolutely love. Thank you for what you do, Shawn. I hope someday I'll be of this caliber

@80BoyMC 9 ай бұрын

Love that you guys did this one!!!!!!!❤

@cyclonekevin6199 9 ай бұрын

I like how subtle the car is, how lay back the owner is. Is that the original paint? Great video as always.

@AutotopiaLA 9 ай бұрын

Don’t know about the paint but cool car and owner for sure

@americanmusclehd 9 ай бұрын

She has been repainted once since I've owned it. The blue is a little lighter than factory and has some more metallic in it! 🙏🏽🤟🏽

@Bob-ww7ot 9 ай бұрын

Sick ride, great story!!!!❤

@828_Nate 9 ай бұрын

That's an incredible story and badass car!! 💯💯💯

@ryanperry9472 9 ай бұрын

What a damn cool car! The story of the car getting stolen and returned is just unbelievable!!!!! Great work as always dude. Keep up the awesome content! You are truly one of my favorite hosts!

@life_bycars 9 ай бұрын

I hope my yelling at you this morning didn't startle you. It was a pleasure meeting you guys.

@formallynamed85 9 ай бұрын

I think the stance and the hood visually makes that car for me that motor set up tho looks super clean and bet it’s a blast to hammer on lol

@dalvirgarcha820 9 ай бұрын

I remember the day this was stolen and the day it was found in a field, great video as always AutotopiaLA didn’t expect this one with American Muscle

@Whipsbywade 9 ай бұрын

I see that Certified Summer Sticker 🙌🏽🙌🏽 Great Feature for the Fam

@americanmusclehd 9 ай бұрын

Yessir!! Gonna need a new one, it's peeling lol

@DRDRE-ex6yg 9 ай бұрын

Definitely the coolest dude you've had on the show! Thanks for sharing that badass Monte ✊

@deegan727 9 ай бұрын

Killer car and an awesome dude. Glad it was recovered. But when he said he posted his “security system” online that’s proof people are too comfortable posting everything. Someone saw that and thought “hey I have that wheel” and they stole it. Don’t show or tell your secrets. It’s like hiding a GPS unit/ Apple AirTag and showing the world where it is or your hidden starter button or power disconnects etc.

@gordocarbo 9 ай бұрын

aaagree...sounds ike it would have been nabbed anyways. Thieves wait for those events. Lowest life form ever

@transam4555 9 ай бұрын

Sounds badass.. I'm beginning to get hooked on the black widows.. think I'll try them on my ride!!

@AutotopiaLA 9 ай бұрын

Black Widow sounds great. Loud but cool

@paulhammond3488onetime 9 ай бұрын

Another bad ass ride Sean. I’ve seen that car before and it’s even better than be for. Such a cool dude and story. Real nice 👍

@richki.24 9 ай бұрын

love that ride

@dragonsKeeper210 9 ай бұрын

My favorite episode by far now… lovely interview and car and host. Wonderful

@bgkob 8 ай бұрын

Wow. This is a beauty. I FINALLY after 20+ years have a Monte Carlo SS again and am eating up any G-body vids I can watch. I had a 87 SS with the T-tops in high school (it was kind of a beater) and it had an engine fire. The 85 SS I just got is beautiful, with only 65k+ miles... But it needs more HP, thats for sure. Super cool story Garrett on getting the car back LOVE the classic Brewers hat too #414 #MKE.

@nickscotto3605 9 ай бұрын

What a story about the car. Great episode.

@user-le3kp7ko7v 9 ай бұрын

1984 Chevy Monte Carlo SS 💙

@FORDLYFAOTEAROA 9 ай бұрын

Thats a hard balance between loving your ride,and loving to flog the piss out of it daily.

@AutotopiaLA 9 ай бұрын

Sure is

@christopherdaly7965 9 ай бұрын

@americanmusclehd wowza! Followed this car since before the theft and recovery. Amazing build, leave the dent! Great episode. Humble man. Badass Monte!

@americanmusclehd 9 ай бұрын

Much love brother!

@kurtiscurtis8102 9 ай бұрын

Best video of the whole show

@chazzs4365 9 ай бұрын

That’s awesome that your sponsors offered to help you out and make a my page for your loss

@stlswagger 9 ай бұрын

Man my first car was a '81 Monte Carlo. 1993. Was the lil V6 but fam when I say I've had a lot of cars since then, I still want to build one in 2023!

@genemounce8302 9 ай бұрын

That Monte is fkn MINT dude !

@michaellingo640 Ай бұрын

This guy is genuine. Love his vibe and the car too.

@williamsager1238 9 ай бұрын

Long live the G-Body .. excellent episode once again thanks.

@fletcherjacobs3688 9 ай бұрын

I will always love this car and the same year camaro

@prophecicash6095 8 ай бұрын

This one is so clean a true work of art, I miss my 86 Monte Carlo shoutout to the G-Bodys 💪

@josephpizzi7505 9 ай бұрын

Love G bodies. My 1st car was a 1983 Monte Carlo.

@christophermozeleski7149 3 ай бұрын

I don't know much about cars, but I can definitely appreciate the build and the tunes.

@op7903 9 ай бұрын

My first car was a G body love them bad boys. That car is a bad ass G ryde.

@cjdeck67 9 ай бұрын

This was a great episode

@bbb462cid 9 ай бұрын

700hp. Thank God. From the factory, we called them Super Slows.

@FartSmucker 9 ай бұрын

Garrett is easy to listen to, great episode!

@buckreynolds1779 9 ай бұрын

"more less completed fashion" luv it

@buckreynolds1779 9 ай бұрын

sensible ....nice ride Garrett

@AutotopiaLA 9 ай бұрын

He’s such a cool guy and I love his Monte

@michaelking1524 9 ай бұрын

Such a cool car. Love the rims. Can't say that too often.