Best of Show Automotive
7700 Tyler BoulevardMentor Museum of Speed, Mentor, OH, 44060, US
Phone : 440-350-1480
Email : joseph.carroll@bestofshowautomotive.com Rare & Original 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe

In the quest for ever-higher track speeds, NASCAR has been the catalyst for a lot of memorable street cars over the years, ranging from the outrageous Chrysler "wing cars" 1969-70, to cars like this 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe. Following a dismal season of racing in 1985, where Ford's ultra-slippery Thunderbird soundly trounced the GM entries (the Chevrolet Monte Carlo, the Oldsmobile Cutlass, and the Pontiac Grand Prix), Chevrolet embarked on an aggressive motorsport program whose only goal was to take back the big oval tracks. The result was cars like this Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe with a sloping rear window and trunk lid designed to improve aerodynamic performance.

Both Chevrolet and Pontiac attacked the problem of high-speed stability and performance independently, although they both came up with a similar solution in the form of the angled rear window glass. Pontiac claimed that their design produced better numbers in the wind tunnel, but it was the Monte Carlo's backlight and revised decklid spoiler (along with a 2.7% reduction in drag) that actually brought home the checkered flags.

This Aerocoupe shows 57,413 well-cared-for miles on its odometer, and presents itself as a great survivor in 95% original condition. Like all the '87 S Aerocoupes, it is loaded with every feature Chevy could throw at it, from air-conditioning to cruise control to power windows and locks. However, this one also includes optional T-tops, which is somewhat rare among the 6052 Aerocoupes built in 1987. The code 12U silver metallic exterior over a burgundy cloth interior is sporty and elegant, and doesn't suffer from the exaggerated orange-on-red decal set that a lot of other Aerocoupes seem to have as standard equipment.

Only 200 Aerocoupes were built in 1986, the minimum required for NASCAR homologation, and they were all white with burgundy interiors. Production capacity was expanded in 1987, giving GM the ability to build as many as 20,000 RPO Z16 Aerocoupes. Ultimately, only 6052 were built, and you had your choice of colors by selecting from the standard Monte Carlo SS's color palette that included silver, white, black, and burgundy with contrasting stripe packages.

The Aerocoupe shared the Monte Carlo SS's high output L69 small block V8. Displacing 305 cubic inches, it cranked out 180 horsepower and 225 ft-lb. of torque using 9.3:1 compression and a 4-barrel Rochester Quadra-Jet carburetor. It rumbles through an SS-specific dual exhaust system that really gives the car a true musclecar feel and helps you forget that this really is a large, luxurious coupe and not a compact pony car. A 200-4R 4-speed automatic transmission backs up the engine, and was standard equipment in 1987. Out back, there's a 3.73 gear with limited slip, which was standard equipment on the SS and Aerocoupe.

For a 22-year-old car to have only 57,000 miles means that it was driven less than 2600 miles a year, and it's clear that this was someone's fair-weather toy and never a daily driver. It is super-clean inside and out, showing signs of fastidious and careful maintenance. Under the hood, the engine is highly detailed and clean, again suggesting that someone really cared about this car. The original buyer, Billy G. Ferrell of Kansas City, was apparently a GM employee judging by the paperwork included with this car. It has spent its more recent years in beautiful Virginia as a collector piece. The original owner's manual and maintenance schedule are also included with the car.

Externally, the factory paint on this car presents well with some well-done touch-ups. The original decals are still crisp and sharp with no fading, and all the blacked-out trim is still black and not faded to an ashy gray as so often happens. The glass, including that incredibly hard-to-replace rear backlight, is flawless all around. The T-tops are unmarked, indicating careful handling whenever they were off—the original bags for storing the tops are still in the trunk, by the way—and the weather seals are supple. It rolls on a set of 15-inch SS aluminum wheels with 215/65/15 Goodyear Regatta touring radials.

Under the hood, there's more evidence that this was a cherished toy and not a daily driver. First of all, it's incredibly clean—engine compartments don't stay this nice if nobody is looking after them. All the factory bits and pieces are still in place, which is nice, since small-block Chevys like this are so easy to modify. When the new parts go on, the old parts are tossed and lost forever, making it difficult and expensive to take a car back to stock condition. And with 100% stock pieces on there, you know this car has not been raced or abused.

GM interiors of this vintage have a bad reputation for both styling and quality, but in this sporty Monte Carlo, they seem to have gotten it right. The gauges are sport and legible round faces with bold graphics that are easy to read day or night. The controls fall easily to hand and suddenly it's 20 years ago and everything is simple again. No computers, no vast arrays of buttons, no video screens, just simple controls that work perfectly. The seats are big and cushy—the Monte Carlo is a luxury car, remember—and the upholstery is pure '80s, no doubt about it, but that's what makes it so cool. For a little color and a performance attitude, the dashboard sports some orange striping that actually does make it look a little racier in there. Of course, everything works as it should, and this is a car you can easily take on long highway drives, which is where a high-speed cruiser like this is most comfortable.

When I was looking for more information on these cars, I found at least four separate reports on buyers who, when they first came out in 1987, purchased them with the intent of putting them away as collector's items. These rare cars are starting to find an appreciative audience who grew up when Bill Elliot and Geoff Bodine were slugging it out in some of the greatest Ford vs. Chevy racing in decades. We also continue to endorse the belief that the best cars in the hobby are the cars that make you grin when you drive them, and this car's rumbling exhaust and killer looks will certainly do that. The fact that it's big and comfortable at the same time only adds to its appeal, especially if you have a family that enjoys the hobby, too.

FACTS & FIGURES Year:1987 Mileage:57413 VIN:1G1GZ11G3HP138973 Transmission Type:Automatic Type of Vehicle Title:Clear Number of Cylinders:8 Primary Color:Silver Interior Color:Other About this auction & Best of Show Automotive

Convinced that collector car values are plummeting? Don't be fooled! While the value of mediocre cars has been steadily sliding with the economy over the past two years, the value of incredible cars has stayed level and, is rising. In times of economic uncertainty, capital flows to the highest quality assets which contain the least amount of risk and the classic car market is no exception. The lesson is simple: buy the very best you can find!

Please note that all sales are binding and final. Our cars are sold "as-is" with no warranty expressed or implied. Please carefully read the terms & conditions of the sale before bidding. Winning this auction does not entitle you to come inspect the car and decide if you want to buy it, but obligates you to complete the purchase! A $1000.00 deposit via PayPal is due within 24 hours of the auction close ... NO EXCEPTIONS.

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Note that our cars are on display in our showroom in Mentor, Ohio, in national print advertisements, listed for sale on our website, and listed for sale in multiple, nationally known, online dealer showrooms at all times. Since our cars are for sale in a number of other mediums, we reserve the right to cancel the auction at any time.

Best of Show Automotive sells approximately 40 cars each and every month to collectors worldwide. Each and every one of these cars is listed on Ebay, but only one sale, on average per month, actually occurs on Ebay. Accordingly, if you see a car you like, don't wait! Call us! When you see it disappear, it means that it sold to someone who saw it somewhere else. Lastly, note that we do not change our pricing on any car based on Ebay auction activity. Ebay is a wholesale marketing platform, which we use primarily for marketing purposes.

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This car can be inspected at our 60,000 square foot office complex and showroom facility, operated as the Mentor Museum of Speed, located at 7700 Tyler Boulevard, in Mentor, Ohio, six days per week. Museum hours are 10 am to 5 pm daily, Monday through Friday, and 10 am to 4 pm Saturdays. You may stop in at any time during museum hours to view our collection. If you would like to make a sales appointment (and avoid paying the ten buck admission fee), we would be happy to schedule a personal appointment with you. To do so, contact Joseph Carroll below. For those of you who need to fly in, we can provide transportation to and from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. We can also provide accommodations within walking distance of our facility.

We can transport your new vehicle to you in one of our enclosed car haulers. Cost depends on mileage and location. Our Transportation Manager, Ron Meek, stands ready to help you with your transport needs. For a quote, call Ron at: (440)350-1480. Ron's direct email address is: class="wmatterbold">For those international buyers, note that we've shipped cars to collectors and classic car fans world-wide for years. You can feel confident in our representations, and post-sale service. Our Transportation Manager, Ron Meek, stands ready to help your transport & shipping needs.

A common question we receive is: "do you accept trades"? We do accept trades, but will only consider #1 or #2 condition vehicles. If you would like us to review a trade, please send detailed pictures of the entire car, including the underside. Also send a detailed description which includes all specifications, facts, figures, history and documentation present with the car. Lastly, give us a clear idea of what you are seeking in trade value. Email information on your trade directly to Joseph Carroll. Joe's email address is: class="wmatterbold">Best of Show Automotive, LLC has a valid Ohio Used Car Dealer's License. Our showroom, located at 7700 Tyler Boulevard, in Mentor, Ohio, is open to the public from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturdays, with viewing by appointment only Monday through Friday. We 100-140 incredible cars on display, and there's always something new. Feel free to stop in and meet our staff, and, more importantly, see the Greatest Showroom on Earth! Each and every one of our 25 member staff is an absolute car nut and we do this because we love cars!

In addition to our main showroom in Mentor, Ohio, we own two secondary facilities, including a restoration mechanical/assembly facility and a restoration body/paint shop. We perform complete restorations for classic car fans around the globe. Best of Show car have won numerous national weekends and our cars won their classes at both the 2009 Mopar Nationals and 2009 Pontiac Nationals. We own all of our facilities and have a significant investment in our business. We stand behind our work and value long-term relationships with our customers! For information on your restoration project, our Restoration Manager, Tim Wilhelm, can be reached at: (440)354-3279. Tim's direct email address is: class="wmatterbold">Do you want your car customized? New wheels? Air conditioning? We have a full service shop staffed with veterans who have been there and done that …we can give you what you want! For a quote on customizing or add-on products, contact our Inventory Manager, Doug Croxford, at: (440)350-1480. Doug's direct email address is: class="wmatterbold">Check out our feedback from other customers who have purchased cars from us in the past. Here's what some of customers have to say: We pride ourselves on describing our cars accurately, and, our cars really do look better in person than in the pictures! Bid with confidence!

For general information, call us at: (440)350-1480. You can send an email directly to our President, Joseph Carroll, at: Joseph M. Carroll
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5782 Heisley Road
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7700 Tyler Boulevard
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5782 Heisley Rd.
Mentor, OH, 44060

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7700 Tyler Boulevard
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