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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10 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 10 ай бұрын

The G-Body will never go out of style

@louphi34 10 ай бұрын

Facts

@brown723369 10 ай бұрын

Never ever!!!

@SHOdown13 10 ай бұрын

Redneck upper class

@barryfoster6265 10 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 10 ай бұрын

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

@americanmusclehd 10 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 10 ай бұрын

Excellent interview and video🍻

@americanmusclehd 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! @@christophermarechal5017

@LIFTEDIT1 10 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 10 ай бұрын

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

@AutotopiaLA 10 ай бұрын

Stoked we finally got to shoot it brother!!

@blackdog7275 10 ай бұрын

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

@AutotopiaLA 10 ай бұрын

Such a crazy story. Good karma for Garrett!!

@paulsalmon4771 9 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...

@robertwestbrook9344 10 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.

@BrianRaby998VL 10 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 10 ай бұрын

My favorite of the G bodies

@Justin-bz1dp 10 ай бұрын

@@AutotopiaLA they is noot 700hp

@hexplosiveartist 10 ай бұрын

One of my favorites on the channel! Thanks homies!

@NEWNATURE777 10 ай бұрын

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

@shakarussanders9911 10 ай бұрын

👏

@ryandubyah2345 10 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 10 ай бұрын

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

@NEWNATURE777 10 ай бұрын

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

@DesertStateNevada 3 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.

@GA08GT478 10 ай бұрын

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

@joeymccullough2716 10 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’. 👍

@valendajohnson7826 10 ай бұрын

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

@itsdeeperthancars2173 10 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.

@howardsherback9503 10 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.

@bazilwreckerloughead 10 ай бұрын

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

@Phat12B 10 ай бұрын

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

@Itsjustken 10 ай бұрын

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

@stephenlee2548 10 ай бұрын

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

@newyork4198 10 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.

@Yourmission9 10 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

@iansharpe8420 10 ай бұрын

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

@GS-pn4ld 10 ай бұрын

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

@paulwalkert2915 10 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.

@tysonsmartialarts 10 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!!!!! 👍🚗🥋

@billdouglas4814 10 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

@usape7157 10 ай бұрын

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

@kevinfitzpatrick2556 10 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.

@Davivd2 10 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.

@Ski_zaBoi1776 10 ай бұрын

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

@melvinburwell8202 10 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. ❤❤🙏🙏👍👍🤑😎

@Whipsbywade 10 ай бұрын

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

@americanmusclehd 10 ай бұрын

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

@SuperOperator4 10 ай бұрын

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

@maya00795 10 ай бұрын

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

@gnarlytothemax 10 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.

@nathanjones4039 10 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 10 ай бұрын

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

@gordocarbo 10 ай бұрын

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

@AutotopiaLA 10 ай бұрын

I agree. Sexy car

@henrynwatu8132 10 ай бұрын

Love the stories, and love this channel.

@AutotopiaLA 10 ай бұрын

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

@reynaldocaceres4219 10 ай бұрын

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

@believeinmatter 10 ай бұрын

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

@JoeMicc1973 10 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 10 ай бұрын

Definitely a cool car and Garrett is awesome!

@supersport57 10 ай бұрын

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

@richki.24 10 ай бұрын

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

@djl9919 10 ай бұрын

I really enjoyed this vid today. Rock on Autotopia

@CyberDocUSA 10 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.

@Z06RFan 10 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.

@ShawnathanOakley 10 ай бұрын

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

@americanmusclehd 10 ай бұрын

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

@Dashsgarage 10 ай бұрын

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

@dongambino7921 10 ай бұрын

OG this dude built my dream Monte

@richheider8455 10 ай бұрын

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

@Tact-Mack0397 10 ай бұрын

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

@edbuckley1670 10 ай бұрын

that ss is my dream car nice job man

@palletbox 10 ай бұрын

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

@Mr.Toniothatis2030 10 ай бұрын

I will always love the SS!!!

@AJKlos 10 ай бұрын

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

@AutotopiaLA 10 ай бұрын

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

@jamesmarze9850 10 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.

@chrislovett6120 10 ай бұрын

What a beautiful car, love the color and the wheels

@AutotopiaLA 10 ай бұрын

Me too. Clean and mean

@Rick-O-Shay60 10 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!

@DarkKnight-ws3wx 10 ай бұрын

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

@life_bycars 10 ай бұрын

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

@olveramelinda 10 ай бұрын

Idc what the paint looks like. That car is 🔥

@ManuelAguallo-nq7rb 10 ай бұрын

Badass ride!!! 🔥

@chazzs4365 10 ай бұрын

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

@christophermarechal5017 10 ай бұрын

Killer episode 🏁🏁🏁

@ryanperry9472 10 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!

@joshuaking34 10 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.

@formallynamed85 10 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

@adisrael.4537 10 ай бұрын

this guy is super cool 👍👍👍

@80BoyMC 10 ай бұрын

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

@j.j.s.jr.5136 10 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

@DRDRE-ex6yg 10 ай бұрын

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

@cyclonekevin6199 10 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 10 ай бұрын

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

@americanmusclehd 10 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! 🙏🏽🤟🏽

@dalvirgarcha820 10 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

@bigfootgarage2201 10 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

@paulhammond3488onetime 10 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 👍

@Bob-ww7ot 10 ай бұрын

Sick ride, great story!!!!❤

@nickscotto3605 10 ай бұрын

What a story about the car. Great episode.

@dragonsKeeper210 10 ай бұрын

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

@828_Nate 10 ай бұрын

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

@chazzs4365 10 ай бұрын

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

@kurtiscurtis8102 10 ай бұрын

Best video of the whole show

@deegan727 10 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 10 ай бұрын

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

@FORDLYFAOTEAROA 10 ай бұрын

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

@AutotopiaLA 10 ай бұрын

Sure is

@bgkob 10 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.

@l.boogie2764 10 ай бұрын

I remember this. Im from greensboro, we all was on hit man shit here in nc ready to put in work on who ever stole it.

@americanmusclehd 10 ай бұрын

That's love for real! I know I had legit regulators (word to Warren G) out there for me during that incident!

@transam4555 10 ай бұрын

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

@AutotopiaLA 10 ай бұрын

Black Widow sounds great. Loud but cool

@christopherdaly7965 10 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 10 ай бұрын

Much love brother!

@williamsager1238 10 ай бұрын

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

@richki.24 10 ай бұрын

love that ride

@indalecioalcaraz7263 10 ай бұрын

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

@michaellingo640 2 ай бұрын

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

@stlswagger 10 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!

@FartSmucker 10 ай бұрын

Garrett is easy to listen to, great episode!

@christopherdooley1981 10 ай бұрын

Excellent video!! I have a stock 86 ss and I loved every minute of this video. Glad you got your car back. Very cool to see. 👍👍two thumbs way up

@fletcherjacobs3688 10 ай бұрын

I will always love this car and the same year camaro

@christophermozeleski7149 4 ай бұрын

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

@cjdeck67 10 ай бұрын

This was a great episode

@prophecicash6095 10 ай бұрын

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

@user-le3kp7ko7v 10 ай бұрын

1984 Chevy Monte Carlo SS 💙

@buckreynolds1779 10 ай бұрын

"more less completed fashion" luv it

@buckreynolds1779 10 ай бұрын

sensible ....nice ride Garrett

@AutotopiaLA 10 ай бұрын

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

@genemounce8302 10 ай бұрын

That Monte is fkn MINT dude !

@michaelking1524 10 ай бұрын

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

@magnoooz 4 ай бұрын

That is the baaaaaaadest Monty in the world. Awesome build!!!