Used 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo for Sale near Santa Barbara, CA

Great car fast and fun to drive very rare turbo car. Attracts lots of spectators at cruise nights and shows. People don't believe it is what it is. Lots of looks when i'm out driving some good and some bad for how I drive.

This car is not much to look at, but it will always hold a special place in my heart. This car started with a weak 229 cid engine. The old 229 was replaced with a 305cid high output motor from a 85' Pontiac Trans Am. Since then, I added: dual 2.25" exhaust, chrome wheels, Edelbrock intake manifold, Holly 600cfm carburator, Hooker headers, Accel ignition system and a high-flow catalytic converter. With this car is the start of my love for American V8s & muscle cars.

Acceleration i Ok. New master brake cyllinder so braking is exellent. Handling is a bit loose. Drove it from BC to Alberta to BC to Alberta with no problems except gas. Few rattles in the door from the stereo other than that pretty smooth ride. Exterior is Sexy, mettalic blue Sparkling paint and Nice chrome. Interior could use some plush! few dash cracks. Payed $2500. This car is Amazing to drive, So beautiful, definatly a head turner.

I've been driving a 1981 Monte Carlo for just over two years. It never lets me down, but the gas mileage always gets me. The driving is excellent, and it has little to no problems. Couldn't ask for a more sturdy car. If you are looking for a car that gets from point a to point b, this works great. Don't exxpect much on the racy side though. It's acceleration is poor, but that is to be expected from the tall gears.

Was a cool car, fun to own, wish it had the v-8